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We Sang in the Dark
Eighteen years ago tragedy struck The Refuge cult in northern Minnesota. Forty people committed suicide and the entire compound burned to the ground. At just thirteen, Clare was the sole survivor found wandering miles from the encampment, hands blistered, memories of the horrific event wiped from her mind.
Now a sociology professor and liaison to the FBI specializing in cults, Clare has fought to put the past behind her. She has a successful career, a quiet home, and is deeply in love. But intrusive memories and fear of inheriting her cult-leader father’s mental illness threaten to strangle Clare’s budding life when she receives a call from the past. A call informing her a woman has been found claiming to be her sister Shanna—a sister she long thought dead.
Wracked with guilt but determined to prove herself to the sister she thought was lost, Clare returns to her hometown only to be stalked by a threatening stranger and haunted by hallucinations which seem all too real—hallucinations that plagued her father as well. Before long Clare begins to question what is real as the past overshadows the present and memories return that should’ve stayed forgotten.
Now a sociology professor and liaison to the FBI specializing in cults, Clare has fought to put the past behind her. She has a successful career, a quiet home, and is deeply in love. But intrusive memories and fear of inheriting her cult-leader father’s mental illness threaten to strangle Clare’s budding life when she receives a call from the past. A call informing her a woman has been found claiming to be her sister Shanna—a sister she long thought dead.
Wracked with guilt but determined to prove herself to the sister she thought was lost, Clare returns to her hometown only to be stalked by a threatening stranger and haunted by hallucinations which seem all too real—hallucinations that plagued her father as well. Before long Clare begins to question what is real as the past overshadows the present and memories return that should’ve stayed forgotten.
370 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 24, 2020
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Joe Hart
52 books1,376 followersJoe Hart is the Edgar Award-winning and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of seventeen novels including The River Is Dark, Obscura, The Last Girl, and Or Else. His work has been optioned for film and translated into eight languages. He lives with his family in Minnesota.
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July 26, 2023
I really enjoy this subject matter, but I wish the execution were better.
Clare is a fascinating main character and I appreciated the ominous vibe throughout the book.
A narrator questioning her sanity is nothing new, but the author doesn’t handle this in a trite manner.
It’s quite tense throughout. Some slight adjustments to either the pacing or the length of the material would have been beneficial.
The anxiety and panic attacks are written adeptly.
I liked the reveal involving Shanna and…the final twist.
I’m glad that Clare’s memories returned. There’s not a whole lot of growth with her character, though.
The ending does not feel sufficient. Clare has been through Hell and back, so killing off someone very close to her for no narrative reason whatsoever did not resonate well with me. At all.
Clare is a fascinating main character and I appreciated the ominous vibe throughout the book.
A narrator questioning her sanity is nothing new, but the author doesn’t handle this in a trite manner.
It’s quite tense throughout. Some slight adjustments to either the pacing or the length of the material would have been beneficial.
The anxiety and panic attacks are written adeptly.
I liked the reveal involving Shanna and…the final twist.
I’m glad that Clare’s memories returned. There’s not a whole lot of growth with her character, though.
The ending does not feel sufficient. Clare has been through Hell and back, so killing off someone very close to her for no narrative reason whatsoever did not resonate well with me. At all.
December 15, 2020
3.5 stars?
For awhile this book was really great at keeping the suspense, but towards the 70% mark (when i feel like i was actually supposed to be afraid) i wasnt very nervous at all.
the ending of this book was satisfying and generally unexpected, though, so i appreciated that.
This is a book about Clare Murdock, who survived a horrible mass suicide of the cult her dad assembled. Only ever being the second cultish book ive read, i enjoyed it. I love it when surprises are thrown into the story and you sit there staring at the words in shock! i just wish it hadnt slowed down the way it did in the end.
For awhile this book was really great at keeping the suspense, but towards the 70% mark (when i feel like i was actually supposed to be afraid) i wasnt very nervous at all.
the ending of this book was satisfying and generally unexpected, though, so i appreciated that.
This is a book about Clare Murdock, who survived a horrible mass suicide of the cult her dad assembled. Only ever being the second cultish book ive read, i enjoyed it. I love it when surprises are thrown into the story and you sit there staring at the words in shock! i just wish it hadnt slowed down the way it did in the end.
May 26, 2022
This book I picked on a whim and Im glad I did the audio version was amazing the ending for me fell short a little I think theres a book 2?? I hope so!
March 28, 2023
I liked this and will likely read another featuring Clare, though as others have said, I would’ve liked to see a bit more growth for her. It does make sense that she’ll do that in the next book. The story was an interesting take on cults, and the twists were good and definitely unexpected. The writing was great and the pace good too. I’d recommend this one for sure.
June 23, 2021
It’s cliche but I couldn’t put it down.
It’s been a while since I’ve read one of Joe Hart’s and I had forgotten what a great writer he is. This one was excellent and I never saw the end coming. I definitely will be going back and reading any of his I’ve missed as well as recommending him to friends and family. Thanks, Mr. Hart, for the gift of your excellent story telling.
It’s been a while since I’ve read one of Joe Hart’s and I had forgotten what a great writer he is. This one was excellent and I never saw the end coming. I definitely will be going back and reading any of his I’ve missed as well as recommending him to friends and family. Thanks, Mr. Hart, for the gift of your excellent story telling.
January 3, 2021
Closer to 4.5 for me. This was a great book to start 2021 with. Perfect combo of all the weird things that fascinate me (cults, mh, and thrillers). Can’t wait for book 2.
October 17, 2025
I really love this author, and I’m reading all of his books! I really don’t care for books with a cult theme, but I love this author enough that I gave it a go. It was really interesting and has some good twists. There was one tragedy that was senseless and my reason for docking a star. It’s still worth a read!
November 23, 2021
Started reading this last night when I found myself waiting on a bus with not a lot of juice left on my phone but with potentially a while to wait and then the bus ride. So: What’s on my Kindle? I had read Joe Hart’s sci-fi thriller Obscura and really liked it, so GoodReads sent me an alert when he had a new book out. Paid for the ebook months ago. Just like Obscura, this book sucked me in fast and wouldn’t let me go. I finished reading within 24 hrs. without trying much and meanwhile busting my butt working all day. While the setting and themes of this book are completely different from us Obscura, there are some similarities. One, the female protagonist whose own obsessions lead her into a very dangerous situation. Two, Hart’s ability to write in a way you can’t resist. Finally, while they’re different genres, they’re both thrillers. I’d call this one a psychological thriller
👍🏻 I would definitely recommend this but with a serious warning:
❌ Absolutely do NOT read if you’ve ever been in a cult, been traumatized by a cult, traumatized by religion, or mentally or physically traumatized. Also probably if you or someone you know or have known has schizophrenia or serious mental illness.
👍🏻 I would definitely recommend this but with a serious warning:
❌ Absolutely do NOT read if you’ve ever been in a cult, been traumatized by a cult, traumatized by religion, or mentally or physically traumatized. Also probably if you or someone you know or have known has schizophrenia or serious mental illness.
January 27, 2021
After loving Obscura, and reading well over a dozen books by Joe Hart, I had to read We Sang in the Dark. The cult aspect of the horror isn't what I typically find interesting. But, the strong female protagonist and plot were than enough to capture me. Clare, as with many female characters in Joe's novels display real emotions. Though emotionally scared, she had an inner strength and drive to find answers to her past. I'm a huge fan of Joe Hart and have been reading his work for six or more years. This is a writer that knows how to write one great book after another.
April 11, 2022
A Disappointing Mystery
This story went along very nicely and read very well. There were several times that I thought I knew the answer but each time I was wrong.
However, I have to admit that I could have come up with several alternate endings that I would have preferred to the one Hart used.
This story went along very nicely and read very well. There were several times that I thought I knew the answer but each time I was wrong.
However, I have to admit that I could have come up with several alternate endings that I would have preferred to the one Hart used.
December 22, 2020
4++ stars. Every time I read a Joe Hart book, my first question to myself is 'why haven't I read EVERYTHING Joe Hart has written yet?' And "We Sang In The Dark" does nothing to diminish that reaction!
I think if I had to - sorry, HAD TO (feel them caps!) - judge this book against "Obscura", which surprisingly enough is VERY similiar in tone and its sheer spookiness, I'd have to say I liked the non-Terran tale better (I only now went and changed my rating of same from 2018 from 4 stars to 5). Only because so much of that book was even harder to imagine than what transpires here in a somewhat non-surprising quite mentally unwell America. Militias my ass, the number of crazies out there should scare all of us.
But to be clear, "WSitD" is a triumph of sheer creepiness where Hart's skills at capturing the voices in his characters' heads is masterful. Its truly rare that a male author can fit himself inside the skin and soul of a female character without her voice being skewed somehow. I really respect how he pulls the male leads back and let's his female stars do their thing. He and Joe Hill are really at the forefront of this kind of story-telling and character building in these environments and if that isn't a testament to what you're in for, well, I don't know what else to say.
I will tack on that I did find my reading experience a tad bit uneven, though not distractingly so. To be completely honest, the first third of this book scared the absolute bejeebus out of me. I was pretty much breathless throughout and I've had nightmares non-stop since opening it (its also that ever-so-stressful holiday time of the year what with no light, miserable weather and - shudder - Christmas upon us). The 2nd part frustrated ME ever so slightly in that I found the actions of Clare/Clara to be somewhat, well, stupid and impulsive ... even though we can fully understand why she was being and NEEDED to be, well, stupid and impulsive. That alone made the middle bit drag a tad as things needed to work the necessary kinks in the plot out. And the finale, well, it was amazingly well-handled and exquisitely climatic... but some of it wasn't that much of a surprise even though most of it was a total scream!!!
Conclusion? Really edge of your seat goodness here, fans. And along with that Hart's truly top-notch writing will keep you moving and involved in the action as if you're sitting there yourself. Even now only comprehending what the title means sends a chill down my spine and back. Honestly, this one will stick with me for a while. No, again, it's not horror per se but - for lack of a more clever description - it was creepier than creepy.
Enjoy. With the lights on. And a big stick handy. Lock the doors, too.
I think if I had to - sorry, HAD TO (feel them caps!) - judge this book against "Obscura", which surprisingly enough is VERY similiar in tone and its sheer spookiness, I'd have to say I liked the non-Terran tale better (I only now went and changed my rating of same from 2018 from 4 stars to 5). Only because so much of that book was even harder to imagine than what transpires here in a somewhat non-surprising quite mentally unwell America. Militias my ass, the number of crazies out there should scare all of us.
But to be clear, "WSitD" is a triumph of sheer creepiness where Hart's skills at capturing the voices in his characters' heads is masterful. Its truly rare that a male author can fit himself inside the skin and soul of a female character without her voice being skewed somehow. I really respect how he pulls the male leads back and let's his female stars do their thing. He and Joe Hill are really at the forefront of this kind of story-telling and character building in these environments and if that isn't a testament to what you're in for, well, I don't know what else to say.
I will tack on that I did find my reading experience a tad bit uneven, though not distractingly so. To be completely honest, the first third of this book scared the absolute bejeebus out of me. I was pretty much breathless throughout and I've had nightmares non-stop since opening it (its also that ever-so-stressful holiday time of the year what with no light, miserable weather and - shudder - Christmas upon us). The 2nd part frustrated ME ever so slightly in that I found the actions of Clare/Clara to be somewhat, well, stupid and impulsive ... even though we can fully understand why she was being and NEEDED to be, well, stupid and impulsive. That alone made the middle bit drag a tad as things needed to work the necessary kinks in the plot out. And the finale, well, it was amazingly well-handled and exquisitely climatic... but some of it wasn't that much of a surprise even though most of it was a total scream!!!
Conclusion? Really edge of your seat goodness here, fans. And along with that Hart's truly top-notch writing will keep you moving and involved in the action as if you're sitting there yourself. Even now only comprehending what the title means sends a chill down my spine and back. Honestly, this one will stick with me for a while. No, again, it's not horror per se but - for lack of a more clever description - it was creepier than creepy.
Enjoy. With the lights on. And a big stick handy. Lock the doors, too.
December 18, 2020
We Sang In The Dark is a psychological thriller by author Joe Hart, and the first instalment in a new series about its lead character, Clare Murdock.
Religious cults have long captured our imaginations and this particular novel looks at the fallout affecting the high-functioning sole survivor of a mass-suicide event in a doomsday cult, and, in particular, her mental health as she struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), repressed and intrusive memories where dreams and reality become indiscernible.
The third person narrative unfolds the story through the eyes of the main character, Clare, switching between the present events (which take place within a few weeks) and her past in the cult, through dreams and flashbacks.
We Sang In The Dark is well researched, and uses the premise of Clare being a sociology professor, with a specialism in cults, to give us an insight into their practices and psychology so that we can immerse ourselves in Clare's psyche and get drawn into her struggles with reality, memories and seemingly supernatural forces. Is it all in her mind? Is she the victim of false memories? Or is there more at play of a truly supernatural nature?
Suffering from PTSD, I felt that Hart's portrayal of Clare, who is a very strong and intelligent female character, was very genuine, from her reactions, to her mental state and her coping mechanisms. As well as her sense of guilt, which is a recurring theme. The storyline involving her long-lost sister also felt plausible.
The writing was flowing, mixing atmospheric descriptions with sections of dialogue and developing the mystery and a nightmarish feeling. You know a book is good when you don't find yourself questioning details and dialogue - I just wanted to keep turning the pages and learning more. Hart keeps you guessing and then hits you with unforeseen twists. And, as I am writing this, I realise that this is one of the few books for which I don't have any niggling issues or particular criticisms.
We Sang In The Dark doesn't contain any excessive bad language, padded sex scenes, over-descriptive or gory violence, and nothing is there for shock value - every detail moves the story forward. Be aware that it does include mass suicide involving children.
We Sang In The Dark is a strong opening to the Clare Murdock series and lays the foundations for Hart to explore wide ranging topics throughout the series and with the potential to span several genres. I found his writing captivating and cannot wait to see where he will take Clare next.
[ARC received from the author, Joe Hart, with thanks.]
BooksChatter
Religious cults have long captured our imaginations and this particular novel looks at the fallout affecting the high-functioning sole survivor of a mass-suicide event in a doomsday cult, and, in particular, her mental health as she struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), repressed and intrusive memories where dreams and reality become indiscernible.
The third person narrative unfolds the story through the eyes of the main character, Clare, switching between the present events (which take place within a few weeks) and her past in the cult, through dreams and flashbacks.
We Sang In The Dark is well researched, and uses the premise of Clare being a sociology professor, with a specialism in cults, to give us an insight into their practices and psychology so that we can immerse ourselves in Clare's psyche and get drawn into her struggles with reality, memories and seemingly supernatural forces. Is it all in her mind? Is she the victim of false memories? Or is there more at play of a truly supernatural nature?
Suffering from PTSD, I felt that Hart's portrayal of Clare, who is a very strong and intelligent female character, was very genuine, from her reactions, to her mental state and her coping mechanisms. As well as her sense of guilt, which is a recurring theme. The storyline involving her long-lost sister also felt plausible.
The writing was flowing, mixing atmospheric descriptions with sections of dialogue and developing the mystery and a nightmarish feeling. You know a book is good when you don't find yourself questioning details and dialogue - I just wanted to keep turning the pages and learning more. Hart keeps you guessing and then hits you with unforeseen twists. And, as I am writing this, I realise that this is one of the few books for which I don't have any niggling issues or particular criticisms.
We Sang In The Dark doesn't contain any excessive bad language, padded sex scenes, over-descriptive or gory violence, and nothing is there for shock value - every detail moves the story forward. Be aware that it does include mass suicide involving children.
We Sang In The Dark is a strong opening to the Clare Murdock series and lays the foundations for Hart to explore wide ranging topics throughout the series and with the potential to span several genres. I found his writing captivating and cannot wait to see where he will take Clare next.
[ARC received from the author, Joe Hart, with thanks.]
BooksChatter
January 15, 2021
On the one hand, this book could keep a person on the edge of their seat. This part of the book is fine.
On the other hand, this book is about a "cult" and about a sociologist, one who managed to get a Ph.D. and has a university position. This part of the book enraged me. In sociology, we generally refer to New Religious Movements, NOT cults. While some are disturbing, others maybe not so much. For instance, Christianity certainly would have qualified as a New Religious Movement back in the day, as would have Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Wicca and more. Essentially, the author took the most horrific stereotype of a cult and exploited it. In order to do that, he completely trashed my discipline and those of us who worked very hard to many years to achieve that Ph.D. and are members of the profession. We do NOT go about totally irresponsibly, putting the lives of others at risk, breaking laws, and more, as portrayed in this novel. I like a good story as much as the next person, but an author should do their homework.
The two stars above are my attempt to balance the story with the lack of insight into, and disregard for, my discipline.
On the other hand, this book is about a "cult" and about a sociologist, one who managed to get a Ph.D. and has a university position. This part of the book enraged me. In sociology, we generally refer to New Religious Movements, NOT cults. While some are disturbing, others maybe not so much. For instance, Christianity certainly would have qualified as a New Religious Movement back in the day, as would have Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Wicca and more. Essentially, the author took the most horrific stereotype of a cult and exploited it. In order to do that, he completely trashed my discipline and those of us who worked very hard to many years to achieve that Ph.D. and are members of the profession. We do NOT go about totally irresponsibly, putting the lives of others at risk, breaking laws, and more, as portrayed in this novel. I like a good story as much as the next person, but an author should do their homework.
The two stars above are my attempt to balance the story with the lack of insight into, and disregard for, my discipline.
December 1, 2020
3.75 stars rounded to 4.
I read We Sang in the Dark solely because of how much I absolutely loved Joe Hart’s Obscura, and I want to support his work. Obscura was one of those books that I noticed randomly on a library shelf and never looked back. It’s a damn good read so if you haven’t yet, give it a try.
We Sang in the Dark boils down to a thrilling and mysterious story of a cult survivor, Clare. Her character is intelligent, headstrong, vulnerable, and keeps the pages turning. The book was weaker in the beginning, but I think once the story moved to Minnesota, the dialog really shined. Overall, there was just the right amount of suspense, mystery, action, and weird culty s**t. I was worried that I would be able to predict too much, but the twists were good enough to throw me off balance.
I read We Sang in the Dark solely because of how much I absolutely loved Joe Hart’s Obscura, and I want to support his work. Obscura was one of those books that I noticed randomly on a library shelf and never looked back. It’s a damn good read so if you haven’t yet, give it a try.
We Sang in the Dark boils down to a thrilling and mysterious story of a cult survivor, Clare. Her character is intelligent, headstrong, vulnerable, and keeps the pages turning. The book was weaker in the beginning, but I think once the story moved to Minnesota, the dialog really shined. Overall, there was just the right amount of suspense, mystery, action, and weird culty s**t. I was worried that I would be able to predict too much, but the twists were good enough to throw me off balance.
February 22, 2021
Tension
Whenever a book has Joe Hart's name on it I jump at the chance to read it. But Hart's talent mixed with a cult and the boatman escort to the realm of the dead was beyond everything I ever wanted to read. And, let me tell you, it so did not disappoint.
Clare was a great perspective character with a lot of demons in her closed and locked closet. I enjoyed getting to know her and all she'd been through. The story had a lull around 60% until mid- to late-80%. Otherwise, it was filled with tension and hanging questions.
Whenever a book has Joe Hart's name on it I jump at the chance to read it. But Hart's talent mixed with a cult and the boatman escort to the realm of the dead was beyond everything I ever wanted to read. And, let me tell you, it so did not disappoint.
Clare was a great perspective character with a lot of demons in her closed and locked closet. I enjoyed getting to know her and all she'd been through. The story had a lull around 60% until mid- to late-80%. Otherwise, it was filled with tension and hanging questions.
December 1, 2020
Different
Yes, this was a good read yet totally different from previous books by Mr. Hart. I always look forward to a deep delve into the all seeing end of the world, apocalyptic, what happens now kind of story but this one about the occult world of crazies is a whole new pathway. I will follow this path as a huge fan in hopes that book 2 will bring back another Obscura or First City.
Yes, this was a good read yet totally different from previous books by Mr. Hart. I always look forward to a deep delve into the all seeing end of the world, apocalyptic, what happens now kind of story but this one about the occult world of crazies is a whole new pathway. I will follow this path as a huge fan in hopes that book 2 will bring back another Obscura or First City.
April 13, 2021
Not recommended.
I found this story to be very contrived. I never really became involved with the main protagonist, not caring what happened to her. The big reveal was not that big.
Some Amazon reviewers stated this was not at all like his previous books with a less of a horror inclination so I will give this author another try. Those same reviewers also stated they liked this book (4-5 stars) which does not fill me with confidence for their valuation system.
I found this story to be very contrived. I never really became involved with the main protagonist, not caring what happened to her. The big reveal was not that big.
Some Amazon reviewers stated this was not at all like his previous books with a less of a horror inclination so I will give this author another try. Those same reviewers also stated they liked this book (4-5 stars) which does not fill me with confidence for their valuation system.
June 22, 2021
Slow start but spellbinding...
This book was slow to start but I hung in there.
After the first half of the book, it really picked up the pace. Facts began to weave into a coherent story, you always wonder along the way if Clare was crazy or not. You spend most of the time deciding if this story turns out to be a psychological thriller and not some pathetic attempt at the supernatural. The ending did not disappoint.
This book was slow to start but I hung in there.
After the first half of the book, it really picked up the pace. Facts began to weave into a coherent story, you always wonder along the way if Clare was crazy or not. You spend most of the time deciding if this story turns out to be a psychological thriller and not some pathetic attempt at the supernatural. The ending did not disappoint.
October 28, 2021
If you have read my reviews before you know I LOVE anything cult-related... they just fascinate me. Well, this was a twisted story that left me with my mouth wide open in surprise! I read this book in about 1 day and while the main character, Clare, somewhat annoyed me I feel like what she has been through made sense.
This book mainly talks about the time after the cult that Clare was a part of. Her coping with life, her marriage life, and then a discovery occurs and she has to struggle through that. Her husband honestly seems like the best man ever... I wanted him to be my husband haha. If you are worried there isn't enough "cult" activity... let me tell you this. There really isn't much until the very end but she has a lot of flashbacks that bring you into the past and things she went through. From what I heard Joe Hart is an amazing author and I am very excited to try his other books!
It also sounds like there is a possibility of a second book, to continue Clare's journey!
This book mainly talks about the time after the cult that Clare was a part of. Her coping with life, her marriage life, and then a discovery occurs and she has to struggle through that. Her husband honestly seems like the best man ever... I wanted him to be my husband haha. If you are worried there isn't enough "cult" activity... let me tell you this. There really isn't much until the very end but she has a lot of flashbacks that bring you into the past and things she went through. From what I heard Joe Hart is an amazing author and I am very excited to try his other books!
It also sounds like there is a possibility of a second book, to continue Clare's journey!
February 10, 2025
I wish the main character had more growth, I see there’s a second book so maybe there is? I’m not loving how cartoon things played out. The twists were great, but it didn’t really leave me wanting to know more about the main character’s story. There’s no pull to dive into that second book immediately.
It was an enjoyable story though. It definitely kept me hooked the whole way through, just not hooked enough to follow into a second book.
It was an enjoyable story though. It definitely kept me hooked the whole way through, just not hooked enough to follow into a second book.
April 16, 2022
I gave the book four stars because of grammatical errors.
1. Adam speaking;
Sometimes I wonder what everything would have
been like if mom and brother would've stayed with
dad and I. The sentence should read 'with dad
and me.'
Where are the editors and proof readers?
1. Adam speaking;
Sometimes I wonder what everything would have
been like if mom and brother would've stayed with
dad and I. The sentence should read 'with dad
and me.'
Where are the editors and proof readers?
November 23, 2023
Long and tedious
Certainly not writing as a literary critic, I must say I found this story fascinating, but tiring. Too many twists and way too much personal misery. I kept wishing Clare would smell the coffee or roses or whatever and get on with her life. Religious cults are fascinating enough without all the Stephen King macabre stuff thrown in.
Certainly not writing as a literary critic, I must say I found this story fascinating, but tiring. Too many twists and way too much personal misery. I kept wishing Clare would smell the coffee or roses or whatever and get on with her life. Religious cults are fascinating enough without all the Stephen King macabre stuff thrown in.
June 3, 2024
Great book for suspense, but took away one star due to ending it instead of creating a sequel. I like Clare and I wanted much more! Ending was upsetting and confusing as many details are left up to our imaginations. The cover states this is book one so I assumed there was a book two. Terribly disappointing!! Three stars...
March 22, 2025
Emotional Ride
Emotionally scarred Clare has a terrible past to try to overcome. Mind games that people try to pull over on her. From childhood on she is faced with more drama and scaring than most people can’t survive . Growing up in a crazed cult that doesn’t go away. Read this crazy, terrifying ordeal she has to face…..
Emotionally scarred Clare has a terrible past to try to overcome. Mind games that people try to pull over on her. From childhood on she is faced with more drama and scaring than most people can’t survive . Growing up in a crazed cult that doesn’t go away. Read this crazy, terrifying ordeal she has to face…..
March 31, 2021
Enthralling book
So many twists and turns keep this psychological thriller in your mind from start to finish. It’s hard to put down. It has an uncanny ability to touch you in your soul.
So many twists and turns keep this psychological thriller in your mind from start to finish. It’s hard to put down. It has an uncanny ability to touch you in your soul.
April 7, 2021
Good book
The book was good with some interesting twists and turns. Unfortunately I did not like the main character, Clare. I tried and tried but could not engage with her. I don't know if it was her turning to alcohol constantly or stupid choices.
The book was good with some interesting twists and turns. Unfortunately I did not like the main character, Clare. I tried and tried but could not engage with her. I don't know if it was her turning to alcohol constantly or stupid choices.
May 2, 2022
This was a terrifying read
To know that there are cults in our world just like the one in this book made my heart skip a beat! I couldn't put this down , I had to know the how and why!
To know that there are cults in our world just like the one in this book made my heart skip a beat! I couldn't put this down , I had to know the how and why!
May 21, 2022
Vampires? Werewolves? Aliens? Meh.
As a die-hard horror enthusiast, nothing truly scares the bejezus out of me as much as the "monsters among us." And Hart illustrates that sick darkness residing in the world as well as any author I follow. Cults are so awesomely frightening!
As a die-hard horror enthusiast, nothing truly scares the bejezus out of me as much as the "monsters among us." And Hart illustrates that sick darkness residing in the world as well as any author I follow. Cults are so awesomely frightening!
September 30, 2022
3.5. I remember liking it but it took me a while to actually finish it. I just couldn’t commit to it and it didn’t grab my attention enough to need to finish ASAP. I love books involving cults and this was very well written.
April 30, 2024
I need the second book like now. So many twists and turns and keeping me on the edge of my seat! LOVED IT! I won this maybe 2 years ago and put off reading to see if they second one would've been out but had to read it.
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