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Sinister
From the #1 bestselling author of the Haunted series
IT STARTED LIKE ANY OTHER DAY, BUT THEN THINGS TURNED...SINISTER
For the residents of Meadow Lane, the terror began unobtrusively. A comet in the sky. A missing pet. But then those other things happened... Evil, horrific things.
For Sophie Cooper, the day began like any other. Only today isn’t just any other day. Today, is her 21st birthday and life as she knows it is about to change, forever.
IT STARTED LIKE ANY OTHER DAY, BUT THEN THINGS TURNED...SINISTER
For the residents of Meadow Lane, the terror began unobtrusively. A comet in the sky. A missing pet. But then those other things happened... Evil, horrific things.
For Sophie Cooper, the day began like any other. Only today isn’t just any other day. Today, is her 21st birthday and life as she knows it is about to change, forever.
413 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 20, 2022
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About the author
Tony Marturano
20 books126 followersTony Marturano is a British bestselling author and photographer with a passion for storytelling and creativity. He began his writing career as a playwright before turning to novels, with his first book, NIMBUS – ‘Hell on Earth’. Tony's range of work spans across genres, with successful books including the supernatural thriller, UNSPEAKABLE, and the critically acclaimed psychological thriller, PSYCHOSIS. Both PSYCHOSIS and its sequel, HAUNTED, became Amazon No1 Bestsellers, and the third installment, CURSED, followed suit. With his new supernatural horror series, Sinister, set to achieve similar success.
Tony's love of photography also fuels his creative expression, with a focus on stock photography available from multiple sites, including GETTY-ISTOCK, ADOBE, SHUTTERSTOCK, and others. Tony's photographic eye is evident in his writing, as he often incorporates rich visual details and atmospheric descriptions to create immersive stories.
When not writing or photographing, Tony retreats to the rugged coastline of the Southwest coast of England, Cornwall. This beautiful setting serves as a source of inspiration for both his writing and photography, providing the backdrop for some of his most compelling work.
With a talent for storytelling and a keen eye for capturing stunning images, Tony Marturano is a multi-talented artist whose work spans across mediums and genres. His books are available on Amazon and Audible sites worldwide, and his photography can be found on various stock photography sites.
Tony's love of photography also fuels his creative expression, with a focus on stock photography available from multiple sites, including GETTY-ISTOCK, ADOBE, SHUTTERSTOCK, and others. Tony's photographic eye is evident in his writing, as he often incorporates rich visual details and atmospheric descriptions to create immersive stories.
When not writing or photographing, Tony retreats to the rugged coastline of the Southwest coast of England, Cornwall. This beautiful setting serves as a source of inspiration for both his writing and photography, providing the backdrop for some of his most compelling work.
With a talent for storytelling and a keen eye for capturing stunning images, Tony Marturano is a multi-talented artist whose work spans across mediums and genres. His books are available on Amazon and Audible sites worldwide, and his photography can be found on various stock photography sites.
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Displaying 1 - 17 of 17 reviews
January 14, 2023
Well written but...... !
I really didn't enjoy this story, far too depressing. No doubt the majority of readers will disagree with me. However, I thought the story was too long and drawn out before reaching its explosive conclusion. We had Sophie, an emotionally troubled young woman whose life started badly and went down hill from there. Then we had the foul mouthed friend from Hell, the horrible Victoria. The plot contained what appeared to be separate and unconnected strands but, the reasoning behind them finally became apparent at the conclusion. A conclusion I found to be totally unbelievable and rather ridiculous.
I really didn't enjoy this story, far too depressing. No doubt the majority of readers will disagree with me. However, I thought the story was too long and drawn out before reaching its explosive conclusion. We had Sophie, an emotionally troubled young woman whose life started badly and went down hill from there. Then we had the foul mouthed friend from Hell, the horrible Victoria. The plot contained what appeared to be separate and unconnected strands but, the reasoning behind them finally became apparent at the conclusion. A conclusion I found to be totally unbelievable and rather ridiculous.
January 19, 2023
Fantastic story and beautiful narrated, very excited for the next one.
October 23, 2022
Page Turner!
I was hooked from page one! It was a roller coaster that I didn’t want to end. Cannot wait for book two.
I was hooked from page one! It was a roller coaster that I didn’t want to end. Cannot wait for book two.
March 14, 2023
Delicious and Creepy
Got lost in the story the good way. I was having panic attacks with the characters. I want the second book Pronto!
Got lost in the story the good way. I was having panic attacks with the characters. I want the second book Pronto!
May 28, 2023
Interesting!
Sinister is an awesome book. I enjoyed reading this book. It was a little slow from beginning. It definitely got better as I continued reading.
Sinister is an awesome book. I enjoyed reading this book. It was a little slow from beginning. It definitely got better as I continued reading.
July 24, 2023
Wonderful fantastic
What an intriguing and exciting book. I haven't read anything this well written in a long time. I love Sophie! I can't wait to read the next book.
What an intriguing and exciting book. I haven't read anything this well written in a long time. I love Sophie! I can't wait to read the next book.
June 19, 2024
Sinister by Tony Marturano is yet another example of terrific horror. I picked this one up after reading the same author’s haunted trilogy. And it’s just as addictive. Not since Stephen King have I read a series of novel so compelling. Unlike the three books in the haunted trilogy – – and I hear there is yet another coming out this October – –Sinister is not a standalone novel, but one that is tied to the next two in the series. Sinister is not quite as compelling, nor as humorous, as the books in the haunted trilogy, and yet, I’m excited about reading the next two. This one is told in third person, not first, and like so many other horror novels, details, perspectives other than the protagonist’s—Sophie Cooper. But if you’re a fan of horror, like I am, you’ll find the first and this trilogy exciting, grotesque, and original. highly recommended!
November 1, 2022
Brilliant book, best in a while
Just finished reading this book, I thought it was amazing, the best I have read in a long while. The author has portrayed the characters brilliantly and the storyline is fantastic, my only criticism is that I have to now wait for the second instalment. Will definitely be on my list of authors, can’t wait to read more of his books. Must read, highly recommend
Just finished reading this book, I thought it was amazing, the best I have read in a long while. The author has portrayed the characters brilliantly and the storyline is fantastic, my only criticism is that I have to now wait for the second instalment. Will definitely be on my list of authors, can’t wait to read more of his books. Must read, highly recommend
February 21, 2023
I couldn't finish this book. I made till the 67%. There is a lot happening and a lot of useless info is thrown at you. There's a chapter with a Detective in it and she's talking about her marriage and this and that and it leads to the actual plot of the book. The info about her was useless and pointless. I couldn't get attached to the characters, they were very boring. The spooky stuff that does happen is good. it's like 80% unless info from characters that are not that important, 10% spooky and 10% mystery.
May 6, 2024
Format: audiobook
Narrator: Kate Walsh & Jayson Baird
On Sophie Cooper’s 21st birthday everything for her is about to change!
What evil horrors are unfolding and why does Sophie seem to be at the centre of it all?
I did find this story a bit slow to begin with and the whole thing was somewhat drawn out and it does get weird towards the end.
An unusual but interesting story but I’m not sure I’d follow it on to the next book which I suspect you’d need to do to answer the questions you’re left with.
Narration was good.
Narrator: Kate Walsh & Jayson Baird
On Sophie Cooper’s 21st birthday everything for her is about to change!
What evil horrors are unfolding and why does Sophie seem to be at the centre of it all?
I did find this story a bit slow to begin with and the whole thing was somewhat drawn out and it does get weird towards the end.
An unusual but interesting story but I’m not sure I’d follow it on to the next book which I suspect you’d need to do to answer the questions you’re left with.
Narration was good.
January 5, 2023
Highly recommend this as an article of horror literacy for those looking for a nice introductory piece !
Characters, for the most, delightful and wonderful written - some could’ve been fleshed out a little more, like Janay and her relationship with Sophie but that might already be addressed in the sequel book for all I know !
March can come soon enough !
Characters, for the most, delightful and wonderful written - some could’ve been fleshed out a little more, like Janay and her relationship with Sophie but that might already be addressed in the sequel book for all I know !
March can come soon enough !
February 14, 2023
Well l don't really know what to say about this book! Some parts were gripping and had me quickly turning the pages, other parts were just awful and badly written. I haven't decided if l want to read the sequel yet
April 8, 2023
I really did enjoy this book but unfortunately only gave it four stars as the very end really let it down. Towards the end it was good but then how it was left didn't give me much incentive to go for book two so sorry Tony, I'll give it a miss.
December 31, 2022
Not sure great read in places but hard in others
May 16, 2023
Well it was certainly different! It took an unexpected twist which I enjoyed so much I’m going to read the next one.
March 10, 2024
Page Turner
This story holds your attention. The characters are believable and the plot is interesting and mysterious. I am looking forward to the next installment of the series.
This story holds your attention. The characters are believable and the plot is interesting and mysterious. I am looking forward to the next installment of the series.
July 4, 2024
2.5
It just kept going.
It just kept going.
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