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Poor Things
Summer crashes to an end on a winding road. Just like that, football superstar Joel Harper finds himself rolling his wheelchair into a new school in a strange town. Soon he’s making friends of misfits, taking lessons in Iron Maiden, and trying to keep away from a ruthless bully with a penchant for switchblades. Little is he aware, something ancient and wounded has awoken deep beneath the tiny mountain community, and when it surfaces, all of Honaw will know its pain. -- Poor Things is Daniel Barnett's third novel, following Longreave and The Safe.
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291 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 7, 2016
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Daniel Barnett
15 books258 followersDaniel Barnett lives in Portland, Oregon and is a lover of stories--especially ones where things go bump in the night. His work has appeared in Crowded Magazine, and his short story The Sadie Hawkins placed in the top 6 for the 2015 Aeon Award. When he isn't writing or reading, he's discussing fiction with others. Whether they want to or not.
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May 27, 2019
I’m noticing a pattern in Daniel Barnett’s books: he loves exploring tragedy — of all sorts — and its impact on survivors. Longreave is a long, brutal look at a haunted (both literally and metaphorically) man recovering from the end of his marriage, and more. Poor Things also deals with recovery, but unlike Longreave it is loud and fast and angry. Longreave deals in nuance and stealth; Poor Things beats the reader in the head with manic glee — our main character, Joel, is involved in a car wreck and is splattered with gore from his brother’s crushed body . . . and that’s only chapter one.
I am happy to report Barnett is a master of both the loud and soft, the direct and indirect. He can scream and he can whisper and he’s damn good either way.
Poor Things is brave in its examination of PTSD: the author is unafraid of making Joel angry, and unlikable. I must be honest: Joel’s personality did turn me off a bit, and that contributed to my dropping a star in the rating. But his arc is pulled off well; he is nothing if not interesting.
This novel is populated with other interesting characters, too — most of whom I actually enjoyed more than Joel. Nip, what a weirdo. Love him. Ash, too. Barnett fills this book out with odd folks, people society would usually cast off or count off. He writes these people with great love and care.
This is a coming-of-age novel in the classic sense: a rag-tag group of friends must come together and fight a monster (about which I’ve purposefully remained vague; I am nothing if not mindful of spoilers!), and they’re forever changed by the experience . . . yes, we’ve seen this before — many times, okay — but Barnett pulls these tropes off with style, making them his own.
I quite enjoyed reading this book, but I think I prefer Longreave just a bit more. Poor Things is occasionally prone to cloying sentimentality, and the teenage characters sometimes feel inauthentic, stiff . . . but the overall experience is fast and raw and tons of fun, like your favorite Ramones song.
I am happy to report Barnett is a master of both the loud and soft, the direct and indirect. He can scream and he can whisper and he’s damn good either way.
Poor Things is brave in its examination of PTSD: the author is unafraid of making Joel angry, and unlikable. I must be honest: Joel’s personality did turn me off a bit, and that contributed to my dropping a star in the rating. But his arc is pulled off well; he is nothing if not interesting.
This novel is populated with other interesting characters, too — most of whom I actually enjoyed more than Joel. Nip, what a weirdo. Love him. Ash, too. Barnett fills this book out with odd folks, people society would usually cast off or count off. He writes these people with great love and care.
This is a coming-of-age novel in the classic sense: a rag-tag group of friends must come together and fight a monster (about which I’ve purposefully remained vague; I am nothing if not mindful of spoilers!), and they’re forever changed by the experience . . . yes, we’ve seen this before — many times, okay — but Barnett pulls these tropes off with style, making them his own.
I quite enjoyed reading this book, but I think I prefer Longreave just a bit more. Poor Things is occasionally prone to cloying sentimentality, and the teenage characters sometimes feel inauthentic, stiff . . . but the overall experience is fast and raw and tons of fun, like your favorite Ramones song.
October 3, 2018
Had fun with my new kindle reading this one, sharing lots of good quotes as some may have seen. This book is perma-free on Amazon and if you like horror and gore with characters in the Stephen King mould, you'll enjoy this.
A devestating event sends Joel to live with his Aunt Sandy in the town of Honaw; a place with more than one skeleton in its closet. New school, new friends, new bullies - pretty soon we're treated to a cast of characters to become attached to, and horrors to endure.
“In the dictionary under ‘adolescence’ you’ll find a bunch of stuff about transitional periods and developmental phases, and that all may be accurate enough if you’re writing a paper for Health class, but only one word defines ‘adolescence’ and that word is ‘earthquake.”
I shared many quotes and could've chosen any of them to put above, but the truth is the writing is just extremely solid throughout. There's a definite style which lends itself well to suspense and horror, and in first person it is peppered with incisive observation.
“I think we all have that place where we feel closest to ourselves, where the mind slides into perfect orbit around the heart.”
And when it arrives, the crawling horror is satisfyingly bloody, and splatty, gorey and squelchy - almost too much, stretching the believable, testing the limits of our narrator. But then it's reigned in again, lulling us into its safe space. Before kicking on, shifting into a higher gear, crescendoing to a satisfying conclusion.
Did I mention it's free?
A devestating event sends Joel to live with his Aunt Sandy in the town of Honaw; a place with more than one skeleton in its closet. New school, new friends, new bullies - pretty soon we're treated to a cast of characters to become attached to, and horrors to endure.
“In the dictionary under ‘adolescence’ you’ll find a bunch of stuff about transitional periods and developmental phases, and that all may be accurate enough if you’re writing a paper for Health class, but only one word defines ‘adolescence’ and that word is ‘earthquake.”
I shared many quotes and could've chosen any of them to put above, but the truth is the writing is just extremely solid throughout. There's a definite style which lends itself well to suspense and horror, and in first person it is peppered with incisive observation.
“I think we all have that place where we feel closest to ourselves, where the mind slides into perfect orbit around the heart.”
And when it arrives, the crawling horror is satisfyingly bloody, and splatty, gorey and squelchy - almost too much, stretching the believable, testing the limits of our narrator. But then it's reigned in again, lulling us into its safe space. Before kicking on, shifting into a higher gear, crescendoing to a satisfying conclusion.
Did I mention it's free?
January 23, 2024
PEDAL TO THE METAL LOUD HORROR!
It's that time of the year again. Aside: what does Poor Things mean to me?
Years ago, I was but a scrawny teenager of sixteen looking for books to read on Wattpad, you know, the land of highbrow literature freebies. Sick of the fanfics, the teen pics, and outrageous typos, I found that cover. This cover. Slick with blood and hands on it. Daniel Barnett was publishing his works there for exposure — thank God. It was my saving grace. If not for him, I wouldn't be the reader I am. So guess which inarticulate fool flooded his book notifications with all-capital comments going on and on and on about how big of a hole it left? Who constantly messaged him? Dogged his announcements, stalked his reading lists? Tacked down influences? Even e-mailed him again when he left the site to tell him a poor, poor thing is stuck in his world? I blame him. I do. I didn't know books had that magic until then. From there on, I developed this strange eclectic itch to find the next unusual thing. The novel junkie in me was wide awake, an insomniac now frankly, Poor Things as a sleep totem. I failed constantly and made peace with revisiting a random chapter on a bad day. A good day. A good bad day. I annoyed strangers and friends to read it. Everybody I know who reads knows his name by now.
I couldn't stop, okay? It was, like, my Moby Dick or something. I could recite passages at will.
"Adolescence is an earthquake, one that feels like it will never end while you're living it, and eventually there comes a choice. You can crawl under your desk and hide, or you can stand up on top of that shaking desk and dance.”
Teenage is a weird phase. Hormones are acting up. You're mostly bored or tired, pretending to be both, tussling with pent-up everything. And here it is pinioned in all the shame and sentimentality, bow-tied with catharsis that is Barnett's writing.
And the writing, gosh, I have not the energy in me to gush anymore. Joel's narrative voice did me in. It is so consistent, so deliberate. A juggling act of subverted tropes, casually submerged similes, lilting rhythm, recurring details tying into a sighing and screaming examination of themes such as loss, grief, letting go. Barnett makes it seem easy and natural, it rolls off him like a shrug. The fractured storytelling pre-finale and the final chapter may leave some in a daze. For me, it's coherent, inspiring and a cherry on top of a fully realised style.
"Sometimes a person can have a lot of good things but not the right thing, or at least not enough of it. Sometimes passion is like falling in love alone."
The characters totalled into my personal boundaries, made a home in the wreck. Felt like I know them from another life. They're real, all right, flawed, big-hearted, loud, swearing blue into the night, my people, aided by angst and deafening metal notes and, my favourite inanimate thing ever, Bitchmaster. Ash and Nip, please, never ever change. Billy, I'm angry but not at you. I love you, aunt Sandy.
Even the town of Honaw, with its permeating indifference and buried secrets, is a looming character in its own right. I catch myself wondering what became of it after the events were done and dusted, wanting to wander its streets. Cue the quote.
"I think we all have that place where we feel closest to ourselves, where the mind slides into perfect orbit around the heart."
This is mine.
Yeah, yeah, again this is an attempt to get over this book, write off a debt, a soggy love-note to an abandoned wheelchair, me talking to a blaring radio so move along. If you do decide to visit and stay, I hope you don't mind the fog.
It's that time of the year again. Aside: what does Poor Things mean to me?
Years ago, I was but a scrawny teenager of sixteen looking for books to read on Wattpad, you know, the land of highbrow literature freebies. Sick of the fanfics, the teen pics, and outrageous typos, I found that cover. This cover. Slick with blood and hands on it. Daniel Barnett was publishing his works there for exposure — thank God. It was my saving grace. If not for him, I wouldn't be the reader I am. So guess which inarticulate fool flooded his book notifications with all-capital comments going on and on and on about how big of a hole it left? Who constantly messaged him? Dogged his announcements, stalked his reading lists? Tacked down influences? Even e-mailed him again when he left the site to tell him a poor, poor thing is stuck in his world? I blame him. I do. I didn't know books had that magic until then. From there on, I developed this strange eclectic itch to find the next unusual thing. The novel junkie in me was wide awake, an insomniac now frankly, Poor Things as a sleep totem. I failed constantly and made peace with revisiting a random chapter on a bad day. A good day. A good bad day. I annoyed strangers and friends to read it. Everybody I know who reads knows his name by now.
I couldn't stop, okay? It was, like, my Moby Dick or something. I could recite passages at will.
"Adolescence is an earthquake, one that feels like it will never end while you're living it, and eventually there comes a choice. You can crawl under your desk and hide, or you can stand up on top of that shaking desk and dance.”
Teenage is a weird phase. Hormones are acting up. You're mostly bored or tired, pretending to be both, tussling with pent-up everything. And here it is pinioned in all the shame and sentimentality, bow-tied with catharsis that is Barnett's writing.
And the writing, gosh, I have not the energy in me to gush anymore. Joel's narrative voice did me in. It is so consistent, so deliberate. A juggling act of subverted tropes, casually submerged similes, lilting rhythm, recurring details tying into a sighing and screaming examination of themes such as loss, grief, letting go. Barnett makes it seem easy and natural, it rolls off him like a shrug. The fractured storytelling pre-finale and the final chapter may leave some in a daze. For me, it's coherent, inspiring and a cherry on top of a fully realised style.
"Sometimes a person can have a lot of good things but not the right thing, or at least not enough of it. Sometimes passion is like falling in love alone."
The characters totalled into my personal boundaries, made a home in the wreck. Felt like I know them from another life. They're real, all right, flawed, big-hearted, loud, swearing blue into the night, my people, aided by angst and deafening metal notes and, my favourite inanimate thing ever, Bitchmaster. Ash and Nip, please, never ever change. Billy, I'm angry but not at you. I love you, aunt Sandy.
Even the town of Honaw, with its permeating indifference and buried secrets, is a looming character in its own right. I catch myself wondering what became of it after the events were done and dusted, wanting to wander its streets. Cue the quote.
"I think we all have that place where we feel closest to ourselves, where the mind slides into perfect orbit around the heart."
This is mine.
Yeah, yeah, again this is an attempt to get over this book, write off a debt, a soggy love-note to an abandoned wheelchair, me talking to a blaring radio so move along. If you do decide to visit and stay, I hope you don't mind the fog.
September 3, 2017
Really liked this one. Takes off from the very beginning and keeps going. The characters are likeable and relatable. Not that keep you up late at night kinda scary, but rather that keep you up late at night because you want to know what happens next. Definately gory at times but nothing overwhelming. Can easily see this one with a film adaptation.
February 13, 2018
Great Pace & Character Development
Superb writing style. Plot kept me guessing. Imagery as vivid. Looking forward to more works from Daniel. Would pay for paperback.
Superb writing style. Plot kept me guessing. Imagery as vivid. Looking forward to more works from Daniel. Would pay for paperback.
May 17, 2019
Great read!!
When getting into this I was coming in pretty blind. I did not expect to care so much for these characters or this town! Will be looking into more by the author!
When getting into this I was coming in pretty blind. I did not expect to care so much for these characters or this town! Will be looking into more by the author!
March 31, 2017
A good horror action tale
This was a jolly good tale. Well thought out and well written with likable characters. Imagery was well done and dialogue believable. I thoroughly enjoyed it and hope to see more from this author.
This was a jolly good tale. Well thought out and well written with likable characters. Imagery was well done and dialogue believable. I thoroughly enjoyed it and hope to see more from this author.
June 11, 2017
Sooooo close to excellent......
But it failed me at the end. Great horror story which takes you on an even greater ride. I didn't want to put it down but the end was not to my liking so no five stars but close.
But it failed me at the end. Great horror story which takes you on an even greater ride. I didn't want to put it down but the end was not to my liking so no five stars but close.
April 25, 2017
Excellent read!
Not at all what I was expecting from a dystopian novel. Totally unique and a refreshing twist on an end of the world type scenario. Would definitely read this author again.
Not at all what I was expecting from a dystopian novel. Totally unique and a refreshing twist on an end of the world type scenario. Would definitely read this author again.
July 2, 2019
Review to follow.
September 1, 2021
This book began with a lot of promise. Unlike a lot of horror books, which give us unlikable characters that you almost want to see killed off by the monster/serial killer/disaster, this one took time to develop its characters and make them sympathetic. And it built a convincing portrayal of grief that helped add to the story. Unfortunately, once the actual horror elements kicked in, it immediately went downhill -- it felt like the author was striving to make it as edgy as possible, and in doing so it became almost goofy instead.
Joel is attending a new school in a new town, still reeling after losing both his ability to walk and his family in a devastating car accident. He falls in with a pair of misfits, learns to appreciate metal music, and makes enemies in a ruthless bully with a penchant for switchblades. But an ancient evil is awakening under the town, and Joel and his friends will find themselves facing its menace... and wondering if either the entity or a sinister government agency will allow them to leave town alive.
The writing of this book was solid, and I did like that the author took time to make his characters feel fleshed-out and real, and not like the stock horror-movie victims I've expected from stories like this. His teenage characters do come across as rather bitter and foul-mouthed and angsty... but then, there are teenagers that are that way in real life. And I do appreciate that even the bully character manages to have a more human side instead of being a stock character.
Sadly, once the book hits its horror elements, I feel it comes apart at the seams. The author's definition of "horror" seems to be "throw in as much blood and gore as you can." And I mean that literally -- EVERYTHING is covered in blood once the horror bits kick in, no joke. That, and at times the book feels like a zombie novel in disguise -- which isn't all bad, I've read phenomenal zombie books, but after awhile it does feel like it takes more to make something a horror book than to add zombie-esque beings to it. And the graphic descriptions of blood, gore, broken bones, and carnage become so over-the-top that after awhile they get ridiculous and borderline-goofy instead of horrifying.
Also, the threat menacing the town never feels adequately explained. I know that sometimes making the horror vague and unknown can make it more terrifying, but here it just felt maddeningly vague. And the ending frustrated me... though I won't spoil it here.
"Poor Things" had promise, but actually takes a turn for the worse once the eldritch elements kick in, becoming more cartoony and ridiculous than actually horrifying. I get that the author was trying to be edgy, but it's easy to go too far with edginess, and sadly this book falls into that trap.
Joel is attending a new school in a new town, still reeling after losing both his ability to walk and his family in a devastating car accident. He falls in with a pair of misfits, learns to appreciate metal music, and makes enemies in a ruthless bully with a penchant for switchblades. But an ancient evil is awakening under the town, and Joel and his friends will find themselves facing its menace... and wondering if either the entity or a sinister government agency will allow them to leave town alive.
The writing of this book was solid, and I did like that the author took time to make his characters feel fleshed-out and real, and not like the stock horror-movie victims I've expected from stories like this. His teenage characters do come across as rather bitter and foul-mouthed and angsty... but then, there are teenagers that are that way in real life. And I do appreciate that even the bully character manages to have a more human side instead of being a stock character.
Sadly, once the book hits its horror elements, I feel it comes apart at the seams. The author's definition of "horror" seems to be "throw in as much blood and gore as you can." And I mean that literally -- EVERYTHING is covered in blood once the horror bits kick in, no joke. That, and at times the book feels like a zombie novel in disguise -- which isn't all bad, I've read phenomenal zombie books, but after awhile it does feel like it takes more to make something a horror book than to add zombie-esque beings to it. And the graphic descriptions of blood, gore, broken bones, and carnage become so over-the-top that after awhile they get ridiculous and borderline-goofy instead of horrifying.
Also, the threat menacing the town never feels adequately explained. I know that sometimes making the horror vague and unknown can make it more terrifying, but here it just felt maddeningly vague. And the ending frustrated me... though I won't spoil it here.
"Poor Things" had promise, but actually takes a turn for the worse once the eldritch elements kick in, becoming more cartoony and ridiculous than actually horrifying. I get that the author was trying to be edgy, but it's easy to go too far with edginess, and sadly this book falls into that trap.
February 15, 2017
Tragic
A great tale of rebuilding a life after a huge loss. Live the life of someone who no longer has anything to lose. Well done.
A great tale of rebuilding a life after a huge loss. Live the life of someone who no longer has anything to lose. Well done.
December 28, 2016
'Poor Things' builds its tension slowly but steady. What starts out as a story about some kids who are the bullied 'freaks' at their school ends up a horror story of first-rate proportions. A serious car accident makes Joel Parker an orphan and puts him into a wheelchair, which he lovingly names the 'Bitchmaster'. Staying with his Aunt Sandy, he befriends the weird guys of the school, 'Ghost Girl' Ash who loves Heavy Metal and claims to hear strange voices of dead people over the radio and her nondescript sidekick (whom I already forgot the name of).
When something ancient beneath the grounds of Honaw stirs, a red apocalypse is sweeping the old mining town, turning its inhabitants into very dangerous beings. Now it's up to Joel and his friends to bring an end to this nightmare - that is, if they can survive long enough.
While this is also a horror story, it is mainly a coming-of-age story about a group of kids that do not fit in. Joel and Ash are very strong characters, but also with fears and insecurities like all teenagers. While the horror spreads, the focus remains on the kids, through whose eyes we perceive the development of events. A very unusual but gripping coming-of-age horror tale.
When something ancient beneath the grounds of Honaw stirs, a red apocalypse is sweeping the old mining town, turning its inhabitants into very dangerous beings. Now it's up to Joel and his friends to bring an end to this nightmare - that is, if they can survive long enough.
While this is also a horror story, it is mainly a coming-of-age story about a group of kids that do not fit in. Joel and Ash are very strong characters, but also with fears and insecurities like all teenagers. While the horror spreads, the focus remains on the kids, through whose eyes we perceive the development of events. A very unusual but gripping coming-of-age horror tale.
December 1, 2017
Poor Things
How often do you cross a book you DON'T want to end? This is mine A SUPERNATURAL THRILLER that will haunt you long after it's done. Three kids nobody likes have been thrown together by HORRIBLE HAPPENINGS. Now they are together, alone, FIGHTING to stay alive long enough to destroy the ultimate EVIL. WILL THEY, CAN THEY, AND WHY ? I RECOMMEND THIS HORRIFIC THRILLER! You WON'T SOON FORGET THIS ONE. ENJOY!
How often do you cross a book you DON'T want to end? This is mine A SUPERNATURAL THRILLER that will haunt you long after it's done. Three kids nobody likes have been thrown together by HORRIBLE HAPPENINGS. Now they are together, alone, FIGHTING to stay alive long enough to destroy the ultimate EVIL. WILL THEY, CAN THEY, AND WHY ? I RECOMMEND THIS HORRIFIC THRILLER! You WON'T SOON FORGET THIS ONE. ENJOY!
December 10, 2022
3.5 I’m assuming this is one of Barnett’s earlier books. It has some of the genius I saw in the Nightfall books but lacking the clarity. The absurdity and unknown of horror is very difficult to portray and while I think he excels at it in later works this was just a confusing mess at the end. I wish there was more explanation and more realism. I also feel like there was stuff that went over my head regarding the Bear.
June 6, 2018
Fair
Not great but ok. Story goes on longer than it should. Some parts are a little vague and disjointed. Could be mildly entertaining for younger readers
Not great but ok. Story goes on longer than it should. Some parts are a little vague and disjointed. Could be mildly entertaining for younger readers
September 29, 2021
DNF 40%
March 5, 2018
I absolutely loved this book. I’m not a voracious YA reader, but this has really encouraged me to check out more YA horror because I just adored everything about it. For me, it had everything I loved about old school original horror, reminiscent of King and Koontz and Herbert. It was cleverly crafted and kept me addicted page after page. I found myself smiling at the funny moments, crying at the tragic moments and screeching in delight and fear at all the scary moments (of which there are many). If you’re looking for YA horror that’s grittier than the rest, this is the book for you.
October 14, 2024
I found this book in a local used book store and was immediately hooked by the cover. I wasn't really sure what to expect, especially since the book and its author seem pretty unknown. Having finished it, I can confidently say that this book is a hidden gem that deserves a much bigger following. It's original, well-written, has engaging and relatable characters, and is quite gripping. The author has impressive skill with the written word, and I hope he publishes more books in the future. 4 stars.
October 10, 2017
Move over, Stephen King -- there's a new horror master on the rise!
This book was absolutely amazing. I loved everything from the witty, believable characters to the stunning imagery at every turn. The plot itself was gripping and left me guessing to the end, and even now my head is spinning with crazy theories.
Barnett is truly a master of his genre, and I can't wait to get started on his other works.
This book was absolutely amazing. I loved everything from the witty, believable characters to the stunning imagery at every turn. The plot itself was gripping and left me guessing to the end, and even now my head is spinning with crazy theories.
Barnett is truly a master of his genre, and I can't wait to get started on his other works.
January 6, 2018
A twisted horrific adventure. I loved every bit.
Great characters, no drawn out teenage sappy love story. I especially want to seriously thank you, and congratulate you for the Realistic-Kick Ass female character. In these days of a trend of finally being taken seriously in some mediums, hopefully soon in reality, you wrote Two females teens can look up to. Thanks for a great read.
Great characters, no drawn out teenage sappy love story. I especially want to seriously thank you, and congratulate you for the Realistic-Kick Ass female character. In these days of a trend of finally being taken seriously in some mediums, hopefully soon in reality, you wrote Two females teens can look up to. Thanks for a great read.
March 24, 2018
Besides some mild language near the end it is an overall good read. This is recommended to people with a strong gut and a love for mystery. Joel and his crew, The Freaks as they call themselves, will take you on an emotional roller coaster, such a short book holds an entire universe to get lost in. Do not read this book, however, if you are sensitive to closed in areas, death, gore/blood, bears, insanity, or suicide.
July 18, 2022
I enjoyed the writing style of this. It is reminiscent of King. I’m giving it 4 stars even though my enjoyment wasn’t quite 4 stars, probably 3.5 star. The main plot line, the core events that are bringing about the arc, is not my usual cup of tea. I don’t want to spoil anything, but the circumstances of the town that create the plot just isn’t a basis that I usually enjoy. Still, I remained interested in the book.
November 20, 2022
A Dreadful Book that you wish would never end.....
I don't even write and I'm jealous of Mr. Barnett. I read this book right after wrapping up the Nightmareland series. His style, the depth of the characters and the things that they say, think and feel is talent beyond comprehension. Mine at least. Yes the subject matter is devastating and dark and his hero's and heroines will break your heart in a million pieces. And you'll be jonsing for more on the deepest level.
I don't even write and I'm jealous of Mr. Barnett. I read this book right after wrapping up the Nightmareland series. His style, the depth of the characters and the things that they say, think and feel is talent beyond comprehension. Mine at least. Yes the subject matter is devastating and dark and his hero's and heroines will break your heart in a million pieces. And you'll be jonsing for more on the deepest level.
November 6, 2017
Great characters
Really solid read. Gripping intro makes you want to read more. Excellent character development. Weird overall theme, but the characters are so likable you want the weirdness to be over for them.
Really solid read. Gripping intro makes you want to read more. Excellent character development. Weird overall theme, but the characters are so likable you want the weirdness to be over for them.
February 4, 2018
Okay, so the author is not afraid to kill his darlings. I'm still not convinced that I fully appreciated this book - it has features from several books /movies /TV series I've seen lately, so I'm not sure
December 28, 2018
Kinda cheesy at parts, but pretty riveting throughout
This was a pretty decent story. The prose lost me sometimes, and there's plenty more teen angst than I'd expect from a cosmic horror story, but overall I enjoyed the ride. Lots of gore, not for the squeamish.
This was a pretty decent story. The prose lost me sometimes, and there's plenty more teen angst than I'd expect from a cosmic horror story, but overall I enjoyed the ride. Lots of gore, not for the squeamish.
February 17, 2019
This book is a great adult read. The characters in this story will really draw you in. Daniel Barnett provides a good plot, especially with the ending. You'll find answers to the questions you may have had along the way and find the loose ends tied.
April 2, 2019
This book sounded really familiar: a horrible car crash at the beginning, including a severed head; "waterfall of hair"; and tons of heavy-metal music. It had its moments but was mostly kids hanging out and no horror.
August 19, 2019
Really liked the first half
Loved the first half of the book but 2nd half....not so much. I really liked the characters and the story but something just didn't click with me in the 2nd half of the book. I will be trying some of the authors other books.
Loved the first half of the book but 2nd half....not so much. I really liked the characters and the story but something just didn't click with me in the 2nd half of the book. I will be trying some of the authors other books.
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