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The Rainman
“I started reading [THE RAINMAN] one night at 11:00 p.m. and could hardly make myself put it down to get to bed. The first terrifying stories paved the way for the rest of the book.”
With forty novels under his belt, IKE HAMILL delivers a masterful tale of a supernatural murderer. At 450 pages, THE RAINMAN brings plenty of scares, each one more terrifying than the last. This book is available in paper or eBook.
Reader THE RAINMAN contains scenes of graphic violence, gore, and death. Proceed with caution.
With forty novels under his belt, IKE HAMILL delivers a masterful tale of a supernatural murderer. At 450 pages, THE RAINMAN brings plenty of scares, each one more terrifying than the last. This book is available in paper or eBook.
Reader THE RAINMAN contains scenes of graphic violence, gore, and death. Proceed with caution.
- GenresHorror
456 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 29, 2022
33 people are currently reading
27 people want to read
About the author
Ike Hamill
54 books189 followersIke Hamill writes fast-paced horror novels with strong, relatable characters. His books have gained a steady following amongst readers who enjoy his blend of sci-fi, paranormal, occult, and suspense. Whether focused on a small family trying to survive the move to a haunted house, or following a band of angry rebels determined to withstand an apocalypse, his stories draw the reader into the lives of real people in crisis. Readers are always sad to leave the characters behind when the book is finished.
Reviewers compare Ike to Dean Koontz and Stephen King—two of his favorite authors. His narrative often jumps between interwoven stories, presenting readers with a fresh perspective and keeping them guessing until the last chapter. Most of Ike’s readers are repeat customers. Pick up one of his books to learn why.
Reviewers compare Ike to Dean Koontz and Stephen King—two of his favorite authors. His narrative often jumps between interwoven stories, presenting readers with a fresh perspective and keeping them guessing until the last chapter. Most of Ike’s readers are repeat customers. Pick up one of his books to learn why.
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October 21, 2022
I think this is one of his best!
What a breath of fresh air for horror. The rain man feels like a new villain. I don't get creeped out easily but the writing created such a visceral picture of him, I could see and smell him in my mind. Great character development. I felt like I got to know the survivors, and like in real life, liked some and not others which makes for a better story. It felt like the story started in one direction and then bent into a new area. Great twists and a book with closure! Thanks Ike for not setting this up for a sequel, those get old.
What a breath of fresh air for horror. The rain man feels like a new villain. I don't get creeped out easily but the writing created such a visceral picture of him, I could see and smell him in my mind. Great character development. I felt like I got to know the survivors, and like in real life, liked some and not others which makes for a better story. It felt like the story started in one direction and then bent into a new area. Great twists and a book with closure! Thanks Ike for not setting this up for a sequel, those get old.
February 22, 2022
This is one of my favorite Ike Hamill books. It has his signature attention to detail that brings the story to life in my mind, like how a character puts the tea bag onto her spoon and how another's cigarette burns orange. I started reading it one night at 11:00 p.m. and could hardly make myself put it down to get to bed. The first terrifying stories paved the way for the rest of the book. Bit of a lull midway through with the characters going down a red herring/rabbit hole with a misunderstanding, but that was quickly resolved. This was another unique and clever tale. Keep 'em coming, Ike!
February 11, 2022
I love Ike Hamill`s novel and this is one of my new favorites! A woman who survived a horrible attack on her family by a mysterious stranger discovers that this stranger has done this many times to many people and he always comes with the rain. She joins an interesting support group and, as she hears their stories and becomes more involved, she discovers that there may be more to this killer than meets the eye.
This is a great novel. It has great characters, it`s original and unexpected.
This is a great novel. It has great characters, it`s original and unexpected.
February 26, 2022
Top Notch
I've always enjoyed an Ike Hamill book. He is definitely in my top 20 of horror authors. I never have trouble relating to his characters, as I've done with other authors before. The book flows well, and the story is intriguing. Thanks, Mr. Hamill for sharing your stories with us.
I've always enjoyed an Ike Hamill book. He is definitely in my top 20 of horror authors. I never have trouble relating to his characters, as I've done with other authors before. The book flows well, and the story is intriguing. Thanks, Mr. Hamill for sharing your stories with us.
February 28, 2022
Couldn't put it down!
I loved the pace of the book. It was fast enough to keep you turning pages, but not so fast that you didn't get to know the characters. Scary and surprising, made me hope I could be as brave as they were.
I loved the pace of the book. It was fast enough to keep you turning pages, but not so fast that you didn't get to know the characters. Scary and surprising, made me hope I could be as brave as they were.
March 9, 2022
I was pleasantly pleased with this story. Lots of characters, with one main character. Very suspenseful and entertaining. After reading Elder by this author, I wasn't going to read any more of his books, but I'm sure glad I read this one. Full of twists and turns. Would recommend it to anyone.
April 24, 2025
Scariest book I've read this year
When I first started this book it was because I was familiar with the author. After I got a few pages in my heart started racing and I was hooked and scared at the same time! Do yourself a favor and read this book! No regrets!!
When I first started this book it was because I was familiar with the author. After I got a few pages in my heart started racing and I was hooked and scared at the same time! Do yourself a favor and read this book! No regrets!!
February 11, 2022
It hurts me to rate this one poorly but I just didn’t get into this one. The concept was interesting but so damn bananas that I struggled to take it seriously. It reads like one of Graham Masterton’s crazier books or something whacky by Bentley Little. I liked the ending but I was glad to move on from this one.
May 18, 2022
One of his best from one of the best
How is this author not well known is a mystery to me. No one keeps me reading as fast or as late as Ike. This was a really good book.
How is this author not well known is a mystery to me. No one keeps me reading as fast or as late as Ike. This was a really good book.
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