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Cracked Smile
My name is Britney and I'm 12 years old. My parents dragged me out to the middle of nowhere away from my hometown and my friends. All I have now is my goody two shoes sister, and my dog Benji.
To make things worse my Dad got this real ugly doll with the creepiest smile I've ever seen. It was just laying around here. Maybe it found us?
Some weird things started the day we moved in. As usual, I got the blame. I needed to know what was going on, but all the evidence was making me look crazy. I could have sworn the doll moved some times. But it couldn't really be alive.....right?
To make things worse my Dad got this real ugly doll with the creepiest smile I've ever seen. It was just laying around here. Maybe it found us?
Some weird things started the day we moved in. As usual, I got the blame. I needed to know what was going on, but all the evidence was making me look crazy. I could have sworn the doll moved some times. But it couldn't really be alive.....right?
94 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 6, 2017
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December 3, 2018
Not to bad For a short story. Reminded me of the GooseBumps books.
November 12, 2017
This short story was creepy indeed! I'm not sure it I will be able to sleep tonight without looking around for a creepy doll! And, the ending was totally unexpected! Everything that a horror story should be.
However, this book needs a good proofreader. The punctuation and grammar were lacking and the names were often misused. Britney was often called Ella (her sister) and one time the name was changed to Sarah. Also, the story line had some problems. The book would have been great if it wasn't for the poor editing.
I was given a copy of this book by Candid Book Reviews and choose to review.
However, this book needs a good proofreader. The punctuation and grammar were lacking and the names were often misused. Britney was often called Ella (her sister) and one time the name was changed to Sarah. Also, the story line had some problems. The book would have been great if it wasn't for the poor editing.
I was given a copy of this book by Candid Book Reviews and choose to review.
October 31, 2017
I picked this up because the blurb interested me. The story is a quick read and intriguing as it opens up. As a début novel, I think it's an amazing start. Loved the story from start to finish and enjoyed losing myself in Williams' world.
January 17, 2018
this book was kinda creepy. if i ever had that happen to me i would be like see ya! its about a young girl who moves to another town. her dad buys a creepy doll. now things are happening that she is being blamed for. what to you see what is going on.
October 18, 2017
Britney and her family have just moved into their grandfather’s old house. On the first day their father finds this old, cracked, creepy doll. Britney’s sister Ella falls in love with it. But then things start happening around the house. Ella painting and a freshly painted room are destroyed with red paint. Other things happen and everyone blames Britney. No one wants to believe it was the doll. Britney keeps getting blamed and into trouble and is about ready to be sent to a doctor when she gets help from an unlikely source.
This was a quick, creepy read. I admit that some dolls weird me out. So, reading this story gave me the chills thinking some creepy Annabell like doll is causing trouble and worse. The ending really sealed the story for me. It is that perfect twist that gave me the chills.
If you like horror stories you need to check out Cracked Smile. It’s a first book for Amanda Williams and if this is the start, I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next.
I received Cracked Smile from Ari at Candid Book Reviews for free. This has in no way influenced my opinion of this book.
This was a quick, creepy read. I admit that some dolls weird me out. So, reading this story gave me the chills thinking some creepy Annabell like doll is causing trouble and worse. The ending really sealed the story for me. It is that perfect twist that gave me the chills.
If you like horror stories you need to check out Cracked Smile. It’s a first book for Amanda Williams and if this is the start, I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next.
I received Cracked Smile from Ari at Candid Book Reviews for free. This has in no way influenced my opinion of this book.
July 11, 2017
This is the first book I've read from this author, and I commend her on her debut novella. The horror/thriller genre is not an easy one and I think she's done a good job with this.
I'm giving it a 3.5 star rating! The only reasons it didn't quite get the four, is that there were a few editing issues, and it felt a little rushed. I would have liked to see things play out a little more.
Cracked Smile tells the tale of Britney and her family, and a creepy doll with a cracked smile. All sorts of crazy things start happening around their new home, and the blame falls on Britney.
I thought this was quite an original tale, and I loved how creepy the doll was. I'll never look at another doll the same way again! And then there was the ending! Now, it takes a lot to surprise me, but I have to say, I did not see that ending coming! Fab little twist there!
I look forward to seeing what else this author brings to the table.
I'm giving it a 3.5 star rating! The only reasons it didn't quite get the four, is that there were a few editing issues, and it felt a little rushed. I would have liked to see things play out a little more.
Cracked Smile tells the tale of Britney and her family, and a creepy doll with a cracked smile. All sorts of crazy things start happening around their new home, and the blame falls on Britney.
I thought this was quite an original tale, and I loved how creepy the doll was. I'll never look at another doll the same way again! And then there was the ending! Now, it takes a lot to surprise me, but I have to say, I did not see that ending coming! Fab little twist there!
I look forward to seeing what else this author brings to the table.
September 23, 2017
For me, this book was really quite poor, technically speaking. I've spoken to the author about it and she has assured me that the issues were being fixed with Amazon but there's still just too much that doesn't sit well with me.
There are a lot of mistakes between the American/British use of English words, repetitions and inconsistencies. There are sections of the book that just sit well in my gut...letting a 12 year old look after her little sister? Nope. Not ok.
I guess the last chapter held a bit more suspense, there were a couple of little surprises to pick things up.
In general a disappointing attempt that needed more work.
There are a lot of mistakes between the American/British use of English words, repetitions and inconsistencies. There are sections of the book that just sit well in my gut...letting a 12 year old look after her little sister? Nope. Not ok.
I guess the last chapter held a bit more suspense, there were a couple of little surprises to pick things up.
In general a disappointing attempt that needed more work.
November 16, 2018
Britney is twelve years old. Her grandfather passed away, leaving her father a huge, ole house in California. Bad things begin to happen after her dad buys a creepy doll from a local pawn shop at the edge of town. Britney believes the doll is evil, only no one will believe her. Quite the contrary. They think she is doing the destructive things. Time is running out to convince them that she isn’t crazy.
I loved the twist at the end!
I loved the twist at the end!
December 17, 2017
omg... so i got this book to review right.. and i was like hmm.. ya... ok.. not a biggie.. then i read the blurb and im like.. oooooo i am entirely too excited to read this.. this was amazing.. it was creepy and i am totally buying it for my doll obsessed 10yr old daughter haha.. i am super excited to read more of this. it was a very good and short read. i am glad i got to review it
January 2, 2019
My 14 year old son is a very reluctant reader but I believe it's about finding the one book/author that will somehow capture his imagination,so we keep trying. I thought I'd get him this mild horror book and guess what? Not only did he really like it, I've just caught him reading it again a few months later!
Amanda - please bring out another. This is unheard of!
Amanda - please bring out another. This is unheard of!
April 16, 2019
Cracked Smile
A short creepy story about a doll who will ruin your life.
Ick this book reminded me why I hated my stepsister's creepy @ss clown dolls and pictures. Ugh. But regardless I did enjoy reading the book even if it was short. But now I wanna know more..*raises hand to author* Will there be more?
A short creepy story about a doll who will ruin your life.
Ick this book reminded me why I hated my stepsister's creepy @ss clown dolls and pictures. Ugh. But regardless I did enjoy reading the book even if it was short. But now I wanna know more..*raises hand to author* Will there be more?
August 30, 2017
Oh wow this book was awesome! I never expected that ending! I really enjoyed this it was refreshing to read something from the horror genre! Well written with great characters. I really felt for poor Britney. I can't wait to read more from this author
May 4, 2018
well what can I say I'm freaked out right now that crazy doll help
Amanda Williams know how to freak her reader out, in not a fan of horror but I did like this book. it was a quick read and glad about the ending
Well done for a brilliant read
Amanda Williams know how to freak her reader out, in not a fan of horror but I did like this book. it was a quick read and glad about the ending
Well done for a brilliant read
November 26, 2018
This is the perfect spooky story! I loved the way the author introduced us to the creepy doll. It’s just the right amount of creepy and eerie! Will definitely read more from this author and absolutely recommend!
October 7, 2017
Creepy! I will never look at dolls the same way. LOVED IT!
April 3, 2019
A STORY ALTHOUGH SHORT IT GIVES YOU SEVERE CHILLS. ONE OF MY ACTUAL FEARS, MAYBE READING AT 3AM DIDNT HELP. A GREAT BOOK FULL OF SUSPENSE CANT WAIT TO READ MORE FROM THIS AUTHOR.
August 27, 2018
Enjoyed
Really enjoyed writing this book and cannot wait to share the rest of the series with you lovely people. Thank you for reading.
Really enjoyed writing this book and cannot wait to share the rest of the series with you lovely people. Thank you for reading.
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