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Winter Moon Review

Dean Koontz, Aaron Wolfe, Alien Invasion, Crime, Family Life, Fiction, Ghost, Horror, Literature, Paranormal, Rural, Small Town, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller, Zombie

Winter Moon

Published: 1975 (as Invasion) - 1994 (as Winter Moon)
Author: Dean Koontz (Written as Aaron Wolfe)
Genre: Alien Invasion, Crime, Family Life, Fiction, Ghost, Horror, Literature, Paranormal, Rural, Small Town, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller, Zombie

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The Review

Dean Koontz's 1975 horror-thriller Invasion was initially published under the pen name Aaron Wolfe. Koontz reissued the book under the title Winter Moon in 1994, with additions and improvements. Winter Moon is the current title under which the book may be purchased.

The Winter Moon is broken into two halves. Chapters one through thirteen are included in Part One: The City of the Dying Day. Chapters fourteen through twenty-two form Part Two: The Land of the Winter Moon.

I honestly forgot I was reading Dean Koontz and thought it was a Stephen King novel because it reads nearly exactly as if King wrote it, and if someone discovers a copy without the cover and information that it was written by Koontz, that person will undoubtedly assume it was a King novel. That should be enough to convey what was going on in this work, as well as how fascinating and bizarre the story must be. A fantastic present for Dean Koontz and Stephen King followers.

Winter Moon was a fantastic book for me. I think it was a brilliant idea to alter the title from Invasion to Winter Moon because the story takes place in the winter. 

Koontz alternates between writing supernatural horror fiction and thrillers. This is unquestionably among the former. 

The writing is excellent, as always. The characters are nicely developed, and I didn't mind moving between scenes in Los Angeles and those in Montana in the first half of the novel. I knew the characters in both areas would ultimately interact because they weaved a fantastic plot. The second part of the novel combined the two storylines into a single engrossing conflict between good and monster evil.

One of the moments where one character opens the door and sees a familiar person standing in front can be a heart attack triggering moment for the character as well as the reader or audience if it was a movie. But I'm not going to say anything else about it except that I enjoyed it.

A metropolitan street in Los Angeles is transformed into a fiery Armageddon. A weird entity invades a woodland in a remote part of Montana. Neither the living nor the dead are safe when these events collide and spiral out of control.

The plot is compelling, and the dialogue and descriptions are as we've come to expect from this author, but it's tough to suspend disbelief in some of the creature's otherworldly features and skills. In several places, I also thought it was overly gruesome. For Koontz lovers, it's still an interesting narrative that's definitely worth reading.

I've heard some of my reader friends complain that it's a book with unbelievable things happening in it, and they didn't enjoy it because of that, and I've merely informed them by saying... Yes, it is difficult to believe what is occurring in many instances, but remember that this is a fantasy and fiction book, so if you got it without understanding what genre it is, it is your fault, so just have fun reading or gift it to someone who likes this type of material.

The primary characters, Jack and his family, are quite endearing. They are storing people, and I found myself reading their ideas and feeling the same way about things in life. 

Koontz is a fantastic writer whose words evoke the ultimate terror of the unknown. I admired the child's ingenuity yet lamented the loss of innocence.

Eduardo is an elderly guy who lives alone on Quatermass ranch, distant from any towns or people, and he discovers strange things. Animals acting strangely around him, dirt and odor in his home, terrifying pulsing, and noises that become stronger and stronger.

I think it can be difficult to read at night, especially if you are alone, as the old guy was, and I practically had to remind myself to breathe as he continued uncovering things. After all, it was a good read, another good novel from Koontz.

It can be frightening, as I indicated earlier about the lonely old guy and not reading the book at night, so keep the lights on if you dare to read such passages.

I wish the conclusion was a little longer and the book had a few dozen more pages, but at least the author gave some kind of hint that if he wants, he can write a sequel to it, but I'm still waiting after all these years.

I can make a connection between this book and another, but just in the backdrop of this narrative and not actually related. If you like Stephen King's The Tommyknockers, you will most likely enjoy this. The novel is quite entertaining. It was another of the King's works that I enjoyed, so I'm sure you'll enjoy this old classic as well. It was also about a form of invasion, so just try it and watch the movie, which was also not bad.


Final Thoughts

I enjoy Dean Koontz's writings, and one of the themes in many of his novels is the interconnectedness of individuals, a sense of belonging to a larger picture. He draws strangers together to fight evil and defend what is good and true. This book's strongest feature is its sense of interconnectivity. 

In more than one way, the McGarvey family is linked to Eduardo Fernandez. Fernandez's son died in the line of duty but had enormous regard and affection for McGarvey, and Fernandez himself maintains the link. 

Eduardo's generosity allows the McGarveys to fight evil with Eduardo even though he is not physically present with them.

I really like this book and wanted to give it a perfect score, but I couldn't since it appears to take heavily from previous works, notably Phantoms, which may lead many of my readers to believe I'm prejudiced. 

As a result, it is rather formulaic. I still had a great time with it and couldn't put it down. Another thing that can be mentioned about this topic is that it is a book that can obtain full marks if you are not an ardent reader and have never read novels that are comparable to it, particularly Dean Koontz's own works and Stephen King's books. So have fun and marvel at this lovely gem.

This story begins with what could be described as a conventional police action thriller. The injuries, healing, and escape from the hazards of life in a large metropolis with numerous difficulties seemed reassuring. At first, I was skeptical about how well this novel would go.

The good fortune of being given a home in the woods of a distant state appeared ideal. Unfortunately, obtaining a windfall is not always as beneficial as it appears. Things might undoubtedly become much worse, but as the situation worsens, an unexpected avenue to escape the misery emerges.

This novel really lived up to my expectations, which was a good thing. I highly suggest this book.


Synopsis

“"Koontz is brilliant in the creation of his characters and in building tension."
CHICAGO SUN-TIMES

In Los Angeles, a hot Hollywood director, high on PCP, turns a city street into a fiery apocalypse. Heroic LAPD officer Jac McGarvey is badly wounded and will not walk for months. His wife and his child are left to fend for themselves against both criminals that control an increasingly violent city and the dead director's cult of fanatic fans.

In a lonely corner of Montana, Eduardo Fernandez, the father of McGarvey's murdered partner, witnesses a strange nocturnal sight. The stand of pines outside his house suddenly glows with eerie amber light, and Fernandez senses a watcher in the winter woods. As the seasons change, the very creatures of the forest seem in league with a mysterious presence. Fernandez is caught up in a series of chilling incidents that escalate toward a confronation that could rob him of his sanity or his life--or both.

As events careen out of control, the McGarvey family is drawn to Fernandez's Montana ranch. In that isolated place they discover their destiny in a terrifying and fiercely suspenseful encounter with a hostile, utterly ruthless, and enigmatic enemy, from which neither the living nor the dead are safe.

BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Dean Koontz's The City.”


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Rating: 90/100
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Dreamcatcher Review

Stephen King, Alien Invasion, American, Fiction, Horror, Literary, Literature, Occult, Science Fiction, Suspense, Thriller

Dreamcatcher

Published: 20, February 2001
Author: Stephen King
Genre: Alien Invasion, American, Fiction, Horror, Literary, Literature, Occult, Science Fiction, Suspense, Thriller

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The Review

Stephen King's Dreamcatcher is a science fiction horror story with themes of body horror, suspense, and extraterrestrial invasion. The book, written in cursive, helped the author recover from an automobile accident in 1999, and it was finished in about 6 months. Cancer was the working title, according to the author's afterword. Tabitha King, his wife, convinced him to modify the title.

"I don't like Dreamcatcher very much," King told Rolling Stone in 2014, adding that the book was written under the influence of Oxycontin, which he was taking to treat the agony from his injuries, but I think it was a magnificent work.

In 2003, a cinematic adaptation was released. The movie was not as bad as many people claim and it is truly based on the narrative, with the exception of a few aspects that are always changed in adaptations. I saw the movie a long time ago and can't quite pinpoint the changes right now, but after re-watching it, I'll definitely put that information here, so keep an eye on this section of the review for an update, but I still recommend the movie on its own for an enjoyable viewing.

The novel begins with introductions to the main characters, Pete, Jonesy, Henry, and Beaver, in classic King form. 

However, the first few portions appear to be a little disjointed and difficult to understand. The pace increases after the first few chapters, though.

Much of the novel appears to be based on concepts from other books or movies, including Tommyknockers, Alien, and It. 

Kurtz, who is introduced later in the novel and is essentially a study of a murderous psychopath, in my opinion, is the most intriguing of all the characters.

Stephen King's subtle, unique style leads you from the natural to the surreal. Before you know it, the hook is placed, and you're reading the X-Files and the Alien in the same macabre, perplexing tale, which is the novel's true brilliance, although it may be confounding for non-fans. 

The majority of the primary characters are well-developed and either likable or horrifyingly ugly. 

Finally, you want to learn more about these individuals and their stories. The plot rambles in portions, runny and emotional, and while it may seem unusual and wild for others, it is still a unique story for Stephen King’s fans. 

I hope to read the book again someday in the future, but the same can't be said about the book for non-fans or readers who will never read it twice. 

The plot is peppered with enough graphic violence and gore, making it unsuitable for the faint of heart or the queasy!

Because King is so prolific and popular, his work is readily ignored by professional reviewers, which is a tragedy. 

Dreamcatcher is a good illustration of Stephen King's artistic talent. The core notion of body-snatching aliens is an old one, but King breathes fresh life into it. 

Stephen King's narrative is inventive, fascinating, and just the perfect amount of scary, as it usually is. 

His main characters are comparable to the ordinary guy protagonists in most of his stories, but they are more deep and complex. 

There are characters inside characters, both literally and metaphorically. The novel is nicely paced, as King brilliantly weaves together the several plotlines, much like a dreamcatcher. Even elements that would ordinarily put me off a book are executed wonderfully.

Only Stephen King can take you on a mental journey as he does in "Dreamcatcher." Four adolescent guys form a connection in a wonderfully crafted psychological masterwork, only to have their bond strengthened by a down's syndrome youngster named Duddits. 

The master's charming, humorous, terrifying, sensitive, page-turning suspense. At times in the narrative, it's difficult to tell if a character's mental condition is genuine or a dream. 

Aliens, telepathy, and friendship all exist in this world. Hold on for the psychological roller coaster of a lifetime!

I'm utilizing the names of other novels again since it includes elements of Tommyknockers, vampires, and the incubus/succubus approach. 

His allusion to "The Horror!" is spot on. References to his past works, offered as if they were a private joke, add to the depth. 

Very well written. My admiration for the narrative and the concept rose when I realized it appears to be about madmen dealing with alternate lunacy.

King's approach to children is as remarkable as it has always been, and no one does it better!

Although the military, specifically the National Guard/Reserve, which are central to the plot and clearly assigned to run the show, appear to be mostly portrayed as goons and madmen, which helps the plot, I believe that is what the author was attempting to convey as what is actually happening in our world and the people who are supposed to protect us treat us as enemies. I know he isn't Tom Clancy, but he isn't trying to be either.

I understand that many people consider this to be one of King's weaker works, but I adore this tale and had a fantastic time reading it. 

However, I do not recommend reading it when it is snowing, and you will understand why if you do. 

It has a few ideas that were also utilized in Under the Dome, but it is an engaging plot that hooked me in immediately.

There are some sweet indications for ardent King fans that suggest that this novel connects in with It and The Dark Tower series, as is customary for the author to connect his constructed universes, which is an amazing thing for readers.


Final Thoughts

I enjoy how Stephen King keeps constantly coming up with innovative and exciting concepts as time passes. 

Many elements in Dreamcatcher have been utilized before, but I enjoy how King utilizes his own particular touch on a narrative, which is what he does best in many aspects, much like a few other current writers who employ the same style like Jeremy Bates. 

A novel about longevity and long-lasting bonds, about the power that ties us all, about something we can all relate to and admire. 

Dreamcatcher is unique, and it occasionally leaves out parts that may be explored further, but I thought it was extremely intriguing.

Overall, the book isn't horrible; it is, after all, a Stephen King masterpiece. If you're a regular King reader, you should buy it since the author is continually coming up with new twists and will ultimately immerse you in the story. 

If this is your first experience with Stephen King, I recommend starting with one of his stronger works, such as 'The Stand' or 'It.' it will prevent you from dismissing a brilliant writer and storyteller. But keep in mind that these books are massive, even for a book aficionado.


Synopsis

“From master storyteller Stephen King comes his classic #1 New York Times bestseller about four friends who encounter evil in the Maine woods.

Twenty-five years ago, in their haunted hometown of Derry, Maine, four boys bravely stood together and saved a mentally challenged child from vicious local bullies. It was something that fundamentally changed them, in ways they could never begin to understand. These lifelong friends—now with separate lives and separate problems—make it a point to reunite every year for a hunting trip deep in the snowy Maine woods. This time, though, chaos erupts when a stranger suddenly stumbles into their camp, freezing, deliriously mumbling about lights in the sky. And all too quickly, the four companions are plunged into a horrifying struggle for survival with an otherworldly threat and the forces that oppose it...where their only chance of survival is locked into their shared past—and the extraordinary element that bonds them all...”


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Rating: 90/100
Recommended: 90/100 Yes.

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The Tommyknockers Review

Stephen King, Alien Invasion, Classic, Contemporary, Fiction, Ghost, Horror, Literature, Media Tie-In, Science Fiction, Suspense, Thriller

The Tommyknockers

Published: 10, November 1987
Author: Stephen King
Genre: Alien Invasion, Classic, Contemporary, Fiction, Ghost, Horror, Literature, Media Tie-In, Science Fiction, Suspense, Thriller

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The Review

Stephen King's The Tommyknockers is a science fiction novel with a touch of horror. While the novel maintains a horror tone, it is author's first foray into science fiction, as the citizens of Haven, Maine, gradually come under the sway of a strange device hidden in the woods. Stephen King has now changed his mind on The Tommyknockers, calling it "an awful book." But I don't see it that way, and I believe the author expressed it in his own style for his own reasons, such as perhaps he wasn't satisfied with what he wanted to produce since I always assumed he would publish the second part, but I have yet to get it.

Stephen King credits the main notion to H. P. Lovecraft's short tale "The Colour Out of Space" in his book On Writing.

However, writer and critic Kim Newman said of the novel that King had "more or less rewritten Quatermass and the Pit," a television serial from the late 1950s in which an alien spacecraft excavated in London evokes latent psychic abilities in some of the people who come near it, but I believe it was just a close idea that he may have never seen.

This novel was his last before he sobered up or cleaned himself up from drugs and the type of stuff he was into, and it's possible that's why he believes it's not his best work. 

That supports my theory that he was planning to write it in a different way but decided to stick with what we read, and in his own words, if he wrote it now, it would be shorter than it was before. 

In 1993, ABC aired a two-part television miniseries based on the novel, starring Jimmy Smits as Jim Gardner and Marg Helgenberger as Bobbi Anderson. 

King claimed that he "didn't like it," describing it as "cheap and thrown together." I on the other hand enjoyed it and felt like so much more was possible when I saw the technology used in it. However, the book was far more superior to the movie. 

I believe a new film is in the works, but there is no link or news at this time. I'll share the results as soon as I learn more about it.

The book's topic, I believe, was "off." I had the impression that Stephen King was only skimming the surface of the subject matter. 

He touches on group thinking, addiction, and obsession, but he doesn't quite smash the ball out of the park—just a few singles here and there, which is what he meant when he stated he wasn't satisfied with the book. 

Yes, even though I adored this book, I believed it had the potential to go deep, broad, and vast, which is why I hoped for, and continue to hope for, a sequel in this universe. 

Don't think it's dull or doesn't have a decent tale because it isn't. And it was fascinating to see the seeds of his later work Under the Dome sown all over this book. 

You may read it if you're a Stephen King diehard fan, and it'll be fine for you, but if you don't know and understand how he writes, chances are you won't enjoy it as much as I or any other fan of his. 

There are numerous types of Stephen King novels, but this one adheres to the classic structure of characters, town, tragedy, and inescapable devastation. In Needful Things, the formula works well, and it looks to be roughly identical to the author's approach in this book as well.

Author's ability to draw a reader into a tale is unparalleled, the pacing is excellent, and the finish is rewarding. Some of the portrayals of technology feel dated, but it's still a page-turner.

It's similar to Under the Dome, except instead of the horrible things people can do when they're isolated; it's the terrible things individuals can do when they lose control due to addiction. A little community crumbles, there's a lot of wickedness, and don't forget about the aliens.

For whatever reason, this novel is not regarded as one of author's most successful! Personally, I've always enjoyed it and have read it a few times. 

What I discovered about this book is that it is essentially a blend of old-fashioned sci-fi movies with a dash of Lovecraft horror, as stated by the author himself. 

If a book can give you nightmares or the most dreadful of dreams, which I call loop dreams because they trap you in your sleep and you can only wake up by realizing you are dreaming or being awakened by someone, then that book is a masterpiece in my eyes.

I had several loop dreams when reading this book for the first time and had to stop reading for a few days since I was basically reading too quickly, and my advice to new readers is to read it leisurely rather than like a page eater.


Final Thoughts

This novel, one of Stephen King's most divisive, nearly reads like two: a prequel and a sequel. 

The first is entirely focused on character development, whereas the second is entirely focused on action. 

Both are Stephen King trademarks, therefore I interact with them. I don't mind reading about the characters, the boring aspects of their existence, since I know the author will deliver in the end. 

I never got bored or lost track of where I was. the author writes with a ferocity that demonstrates his commitment to the narrative, and he is one of the few authors who never fails to satisfy my ravenous reading hunger. 

'The Tommyknockers,' while not his greatest, was certainly not his worst. Aside from the lengthy 'intro,' it is vintage Stephen King throughout. 

After reading some of his more recent works, reading 'Tommyknockers' is like returning to your childhood home. It's all about the anticipation of what you just know is going to happen, and it's a touch predictable, familiar, and like the same ghost story recounted over and over.

If you like vintage King, the good old' Maine backwoods King, you should read it. Because you're a fan of his wacky characters.

If you're a slow reader, you shouldn't read it. If you're impatient and don't understand subtleties, this is the book for you. If you don't care for well-crafted text and want nonstop action, this is the book for you.

The story is strong; all you have to do is put in the effort.


Synopsis

“Stephen King never stops giving us his all” (Chicago Tribune) in this #1 national bestseller about the idyllic small town of Haven, Maine, and its encounter with a deadly evil out for a diabolical invasion of body, soul—and mind.

Something was happening in Bobbi Anderson’s idyllic small town of Haven, Maine. Something that gave every man, woman, and child in Haven powers far beyond those of ordinary mortals. Something that turned the town into a deathtrap for all outsiders. Something that is buried in the woods behind Bobbi’s house. With the help of her friend, Jim Gardener, they uncover an alien spaceship. And as they learn more about this strange discovery, the citizens of Haven begin to change: The townspeople are being welded into one organic, homicidal, and fearsomely brilliant entity in thrall to the Tommyknockers, who piloted the alien ship.

In Tommyknockers, “Stephen King at his best” (San Francisco Chronicle), King has given us a “brilliant, riveting, marvelous” (The Boston Globe) novel. “You will not be able to put this down” (Los Angeles Times Book Review). And the next time someone raps at your door, you may want to keep the chain on. It just might be the Tommyknocker Man.”


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Rating: 90/100
Recommended: 100/100 Yes.

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The Host Review

Stephenie Meyer, Action, Adventure, Alien Invasion, Dystopian, Fantasy, Fiction, Media Tie In, Paranormal, Post Apocalyptic, Romance, Science Fiction, Young Adult

The Host

Published: 6, May 2008
Genres: Action, Adventure, Alien Invasion, Dystopian, Fantasy, Fiction, Media Tie In, Paranormal, Post Apocalyptic, Romance, Science Fiction, Young Adult

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The Host Summary


The Review:

Stephenie Meyer did an excellent job with the plot of The Host, blending romance, friendship, and a larger struggle. Instead of cramming this book with physical action sequences, Stephenie Meyer used a little calmer approach, convincing readers to care about these individuals and then presenting us with a moral issue that fits the backdrop of their narrative. This may have backfired, but it ended up working out beautifully.

To be honest, the book's beginning was a little tough. It took a few chapters for me to become immersed enough to keep turning the pages, but once it connected, the drive to know what occurred next persisted with me until the conclusion.

It seemed like a rip-off of Invasion of the Body Snatchers, but with far more depth and storyline. That film is a masterpiece, but when it came to the aliens, it fell flat on its face, most likely on intention.

What planet did they come from? What brought them here? What was their backstory, exactly? Who were they, exactly? Aside from pointing and yelling, what were they like?

Mel and Wanderer's inner conversations were one of my favorites. But I didn't like the moniker Wanda since it reminded me of Wanda the witch, whose persona has been irreparably destroyed for me due to the overacting. However, this is only my viewpoint, and others may have enjoyed the same acting that I did not.

This book shocked me in a variety of ways, all of which were positive. I wasn't expecting much; after finally reading the Twilight series, my impression of Stephenie Meyer's writing style was mixed; I didn't detest Twilight, but I also didn't adore it.

The Host's inventiveness, as well as a certain degree of charisma, amazed and charmed me. Then there was the richness of the characters and environment, which beyond anything Stephenie Meyer had ever created.

In a nutshell, I adored this book. I was a little hesitant at first, but then I forgot who wrote it and simply went with the plot. And I believe it is the only way to enjoy reading books.

The Host was unlike any other novel I've ever read in terms of surprising, entertaining, and enthralling me. This is a significantly superior book to the Twilight series, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

The plot is well-written and intriguing, and the characters are well-rounded and well developed. The entire world is well described and has a rich history. The author takes her time engrossing the reader and doesn't let go until the very last page.

Even though I was upset by some of the characters at times, I understood it was only because I was genuinely rooting for the ones I loved. And, let's face it; we wouldn't enjoy all of the characters in a novel even if we did want it.

I adored how shocked I was by the book. I was so engrossed in the convoluted love triangle that I didn't notice when the author slipped in the true love story. But it's more than a love story; it's a sci-fi marvel and a thought-provoking exposé of our society's greatest and worst aspects.

I realized while I was reading this novel that it was nothing like Twilight. Instead, I believe the closest analogy is to the film Avatar, in which an outsider enters a foreign planet and succumbs to its and the residents' charms.

The only problem is that the stranger in a foreign place isn't a human who gives up his humanity to live with a smurfified version of himself. The stranger, on the other hand, is something really foreign, but real, with goals, dreams, and feelings, who is attracted into becoming human.

The Host has piqued my interest, therefore I'm hoping for a sequel. Given how it finished, I believe one is a distinct possibility. I just hope they don't ruin the tale by making it into something geared just at teens who like the Twilight books.

I'm surprised by how the author was able to portray her narrative from a female viewpoint without going into flowery trendy literature, which I believe many men would avoid. As I've proceeded through the novel, I've developed a strong attachment to the major characters.

I almost awarded The Host a perfect score, but I had to admit that it wasn't quite there. It's close, but it's not quite there. The novel's opening, like the rest of it, is plodding. I wanted to keep reading, although I wished more had happened in some parts.

Even though it was released with an adult classification, it was really a young adult book, especially in the romance aspect. We only receive a few kisses and hugs. The type of love triangle, on the other hand, was really fantastic.

Because the connections in this novel were so intricate, I had no idea how Stephenie Meyer would manage them. However, she did a wonderful job of providing each couple with a happy conclusion. It was all so lovely and chaotic at the same time, with Jared and Melanie, Wanderer and Ian.


Final Thoughts:

First and foremost, Stephenie Meyer's "The Host" is not about vampires. It deals with aliens and humans, as well as what it means to be human.

This is an excellent book. I enjoy science fiction, and I enjoyed The Host's characters and ideas, even if I thought it was a rip-off of a famous film. Reading about an extraterrestrial invasion from the perspective of a sympathetic alien is fascinating.

It raises the question of who is the villain and who is the hero. The story's moral and psychological dilemmas are just as complex as the exterior ones.

The people are believable, their emotions are palpable, and the Arizona desert location is thrilling and enjoyable.

The author has created a narrative that is not only action-packed but also compels us to contemplate the wonder of life and what it is to be human.

I know I'm repeating myself, but I never imagined I'd read, much less enjoy, The Host as much as I did. I didn't think the Twilight Saga author could produce a narrative that would appeal to anybody other than the young ladies, usually teens, who have been consuming a story about a heroine torn between a handsome vampire and an equally magnificent werewolf.

The Host is now one of my top twenty all-time favorite books. It's not perfect, but it's pretty darn near, at least for me. You'll quickly fall in love with every character. Furthermore, the plot will leave you wanting more. This is a must-read book and it comes highly recommended.


Synopsis:

“Now available as a special edition eBook:

New Bonus Chapter and Reading Group Guide, including Stephenie Meyer's Annotated Playlist for the book with linking to and back from text.

Melanie Stryder refuses to fade away. The earth has been invaded by a species that take over the minds of human hosts while leaving their bodies intact. Wanderer, the invading "soul" who has been given Melanie's body, didn't expect to find its former tenant refusing to relinquish possession of her mind.

As Melanie fills Wanderer's thoughts with visions of Jared, a human who still lives in hiding, Wanderer begins to yearn for a man she's never met. Reluctant allies, Wanderer and Melanie set off to search for the man they both love.

Featuring one of the most unusual love triangles in literature, THE HOST is a riveting and unforgettable novel about the persistence of love and the essence of what it means to be human.”


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Rating: 90/100
Recommended: 90/100 Yes.

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The Dark

Published: 13 July 2021

Author: Jeremy Robinson

Genres: Alien Invasion, Science Fiction, Adventure, Post-Apocalyptic, Supernatural, Thriller


One of the very few original stories that I read in a long time, it is full of twists and turns with darkness and horror and a protagonist who jokes a lot. I am not sure if I can add this book to comedy and humor genres just so I don’t take away the horror appeal of this book because I know many readers like me don’t want to read a horror that has comedy. After all, it is not actually horror if you add comedy but this book is different. The jokes show this character has kind of seen it all and that is what my opinion about him is but I want to know what everyone else thinks after reading the book so comment and message me about your thoughts.

Jeremy Robinson isn't your average writer. He writes with wit, compassion, and humanity. Without fail, his books are well-written, well-executed, and thought-provoking. His characters are flawed and complex and his stories are fast-paced and mind-bending.

The author writes mostly fast-paced stories but this book started a bit slow, just to give you an idea of what is happening and what is about to come, then it starts running and turns into a fast-paced page-turner. His imagination is wild and the ideas he has are amazing to read, I recommend reading all his books during the Halloween season. I am planning to review all his books very soon.

I was surprised to find a secret in this book and I can only say that it is connected to another book from the same author. I think it is better I must not mention the book at the moment so you can just read and find out for yourself.

This book makes you want to finish it in one sitting and once you are done, you are going to call yourself a fan of Jeremy Robinson.

Synopsis:

“From the twisted imagination of New York Times and #1 Audible bestselling author, Jeremy Robinson, comes a horrifying revelation about the centuries old Three Days of Darkness prophecy, during which the legions of Hell will be unleashed on the Earth...

THERE SHALL COME OVER THE WHOLE EARTH, AN INTENSE DARKNESS LASTING THREE DAYS AND THREE NIGHTS.

Miah Gray is a twenty-seven-year-old, former Army soldier living in rural New Hampshire with his sister, mother, and her boyfriend. He is plagued by PTSD, finding solace, but not redemption, with the aid of prescribed cannabis. All he wants to do is get high, relax with a good sandwich, and watch a meteor shower with his neighborhood crush--Jen.

HE WHO OPENS HIS WINDOW OR DOOR OUT OF CURIOSITY, OR LEAVES HIS HOME, WILL FALL DEAD ON THE SPOT.

But when the sun's light is blotted out the following morning, and the world is plunged into darkness, Miah finds himself locked down with his family, covering windows with trash bags, lighting candles, and following the arcane rules of an ancient prophecy. But there is no escaping what comes next.

THE AIR WILL BE INFECTED BY DEMONS, APPEARING IN ALL SORTS OF HIDEOUS FORMS.

A brilliant flash of light fills the sky, leaving Miah changed, and an Old Norse death rune etched onto his forehead. He fears he has been marked for death until the neighborhood's parents start disappearing, and he's left behind. Leading Jen and a ragtag group of parentless kids, Miah hunts for answers and for their parents, while trying to keep his sister safe. He charges headlong down a path that will take him to the gates of Hell--and then straight through.

ALL OF HELL WILL BE LET LOOSE.

The Dark is a mind-bending and character driven sci-fi-infused horror novel like no other.”


Rating: 95/100
Recommended: 100/100 Yes.

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