The Stand by Stephen King holds a special place, but “Cell” disappoints. The first half is enjoyable with compelling characters and an intriguing premise. However, the second half falls apart with confusing plot developments and lack of believability, leaving the reader disappointed and unsatisfied with the lazy ending. Continue reading Cell by Stephen King Review
Stephen King has consistently been my go-to supplier for all things literary horror. Having immersed myself in roughly a third of his extensive body of work, each novel has been a captivating journey into the depths of fear. While I’ve generally relished these experiences, few have genuinely unsettled me—exceptions being “Revival,” “IT,” and now, “Misery.” This book, in particular, had the power to induce nightmares … Continue reading Misery by Stephen King Review
With Netflix releasing a well recieved TV adaptation I’ve taken a look again at the written inspiration. In this novel Harlan Coben once again demonstrates his narrative prowess, hitting the bull’s eye with a taut tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The story revolves around Maya Burkett, a combat veteran grappling with disgrace, whose domestic tranquility takes a spine-chilling turn when … Continue reading Fool Me Once by Harlan Coben Book Review
The central character, Molly, seems to exhibit characteristics consistent with neurodivergence, although it is never explicitly addressed or labelled within the narrative. While I lack professional expertise or personal experience with autism, Molly’s traits align with classically shown symptoms. The fact that others in the story dismiss Molly’s idiosyncrasies as mere oddities, considering them a running joke, mirrors real-life situations where individuals may misinterpret behavioural … Continue reading The Maid by Nita Prose Review
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