Horror
The Monstrumologist by Rick Yancey
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on May.15, 2015, under Historical Fiction, Horror, Student Reviews, Supernatural
Review by Anne H.
Who would like this book? It’s for the monster lovers and fans of the grotesque.
The goods on this book: This book is about Will Henry, an orphan who works for a doctor of let’s say “the unearthly.” Will Henry and the doctor in this book team up with a monster hunter to hunt something that has been eating bodies in the cemetery. Along the way we learn about the doctor’s father, who plays a big role in this book’s theme. Can they kill what’s causing the trouble? Can Will Henry survive the doctor’s life style ?
You tell me! Read The Monstrumologist.
The details: 454 pages; 2009 Review by Anne H.
The Name of the Star by Maureen Johnson
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Dec.02, 2014, under Detective/Spy, Horror, Student Reviews, Supernatural
Review by Anne H.
Who would like this book? This is a book for those who like the supernatural.
The goods on this book: Rory (short for Aurora) is a fairly normal girl from Louisiana who has just moved to a Britain boarding school. Her daily activities consist of going to seven classes with an hour of field hockey, talking to her best friend and roommate Jazz, snogging Jerome, and — oh yeah — seeing the dead. After Rory’s brush with death, she can suddenly see people that no one else can. Next thing she knows, one of the people that no one else can see is right next to a murder and she’s a witness. She thinks the police will think she is crazy until she finds out her new roommate Boo is a cop that is from a special branch of the government assigned to the supernatural, or should I say ghosts. The copy-cat Jack the Ripper killer is a ghost, and it’s up to them to stop him. But remember this: ” THE NAME OF THE STAR IS WHAT YOU FEAR.”
The details: 372 pages; 2011
The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Nov.20, 2014, under Horror, Romance, Student Reviews, Supernatural
Review by Jaden L.
Who would like this book? This book appeals to people who love romance, as well as horror.
The goods on this book: Mara Dyer was a normal girl. She had a boyfriend, best friend, and all was well.
Until she woke up in a hospital with no recollection of the last few days and is told that all her friends were dead.
She and her family have to move. On her first day of school, she starts to see things that can’t possibly be happening. She encounters a strange boy who seems to know more about her than she does herself. Over the weeks, more things start happening that she can’t explain. What’s happening to her? This book is full of mystery, and what Mara discovers about herself is very mysterious indeed.
The details: 456 pages; 2012 Review by Jaden L.
Cirque du Freak #11: Lord of the Shadows by Darren Shan
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on May.14, 2014, under Horror, Student Reviews, Vampire Fiction
Review by Tyra D.
Who would like this book? All ages, all genders, EVERYONE should read this series.
The goods on this book:
If you have read and enjoyed the other Cirque du Freak books, then this will NOT disappoint. Not too much horror, not too much humor, and the perfect characters to keep the drama interesting.
A part of me hates this book, though – it’s made me feel things I should NEVER feel… there’s SO many twists and crazy plot devices, and the writing for Darren makes you feel as if you’re actually in the room. Beautiful, but don’t plan to read this if you aren’t prepared.
The details: 220 pages; 2006 Review by Tyra D.
The Green Mile by Stephen King
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on May.07, 2014, under Historical Fiction, Horror, Student Reviews
Review by Nick Y.
Who would like this book? I recommend this book for teenagers 14 years or older. There is some foul language here and there, and the story is very dark and takes place in a prison. But overall it is a great novel about friendship and mystery. Enjoy!
The goods on this book: Paul Edgecombe has seen many criminals die through the electric chair (or “Old Sparkey”) of Cold Mountain Penitentiary in E Block. Although he has never seen someone like John Coffey. John was accused of the deaths of two little girls he was found with near a riverbank. When the policemen found John, he was holding the two dead little girls in his arms and crying. A crying that sounds more like the howling of an animal. Later Paul Edgecombe will uncover the secret that hides within John Coffey… a secret which will change Paul’s life forever! This story might even change yours!
The details: 536 pages; 1999 Review by Nick Y.
Morpheus Road #1: The Light by D.J. MacHale
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Feb.28, 2014, under Horror, Mystery, Student Reviews, Thriller
Review by Silas L.
Who would like this book? The best audience for this book, is probably teens who like mystery. It’s also a good beginning horror book for new-comers. You should be prepared to read more of the series because the end brings more mystery and questions.
The goods on this book: The Light is the first book in a series of horror/mystery books. Marshall Seaver is a normal kid, maybe a little nerdy but… okay really nerdy, but when he breaks a gift from his deceased mother, Marsh’s life takes a grim turn. His best and only friend Cooper Foley is getting in more and more trouble until finally he has to go to his parents’ summer house for the whole summer after scalping fake tickets. Marsh is highly disappointed, and he and Coop get into a fight before he leaves. That night when his dad goes out of town, Marsh hears dripping, and starts seeing faces in the window. The next day he has a full blown encounter with his own creation. Marsh is getting scared, but this is just the beginning. When Cooper disappears, Marshall has to team up with Cooper’s sister to solve the mystery of everything. Marshall has to face himself and figure out if he’s being haunted or going crazy.
The details: 341 pages; 2010 Review by Silaas L.
Ten by Gretchen McNeil
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Feb.25, 2014, under Horror, Mystery, Student Reviews, Thriller
Review by Mazzy N.
Who would like this book? I think people who like horror, mystery, and a little bit of drama would like this book. Both genders would like it and ages 13 and older.
The goods on this book: Ten teens are stuck on an island for a party but little do they know that it won’t turn out as planned. It was supposed to be the best party in their life, but Meg didn’t think so; she wasn’t the party type and dreaded it. Her friend Minnie made her go, but when they got there Meg was in for a big surprise. When the horror begins Meg might be the only one who can solve the mystery, but can she do it when she can’t trust anyone?
The details: 304 pages; 2012 Review by Mazzy N.
City of Bones (Mortal Instruments Book 1) by Cassandra Clare
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Dec.17, 2013, under Horror, Student Reviews, Supernatural, Teen Top 10, Thriller, YRCA
Review by Brailey
Who would like this book? People 7th grade and up who enjoy suspenseful and dark, slightly graphic, and humorous novels would like this book.
The goods on this book: City of Bones is set in New York, in the present. Clary Fray, Jace Wayland, Isabelle Lightwood, and Alec Lightwood are a species of demon slayers known as Shadowhunters, and face a lot of trouble, such as Valentine Morgenstern. When the Mortal Cup is hidden, Clary must find it- it may be her only chance to save her mother, who is in a coma. But it’s not easy for her to obtain the Cup when there is trouble around every corner, and she has to adjust to a Shadowhunter lifestyle, and deal with the irritatingly handsome Jace, as well as her human friend Simon. She quickly learns to trust nobody, which is the theme of this book.
The details: 485 pages; 2007 Review by Brailey
Escape from Furnace #3: Death Sentence by Alexander Gordon Smith
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Nov.06, 2013, under Horror, Science Fiction, Student Reviews
Review by Seth C.
Who would like this book? The people who follow the Furnace series and who like horror.
The goods on this book: In the real world, three strikes means you’re out. In Furnace, one time escaping means a month in solitary; two times escaping means becoming a monster of Furnace. Alex now has a dark nectar in his veins and is trying to escape another time after literally losing himself. He has to band the inmates of furnace together for one last escape.
The details: 261 pages: 2009 Review by Seth C.
Escape from Furnace #2: Solitary by Alexander Gordon Smith
by Sam Arnold-Boyd on Nov.06, 2013, under Horror, Science Fiction, Student Reviews
Review by Seth C.
Who would like this book? If you read the first book, Lockdown, you would like this equally horrific book.
The goods on this book: His first escape failed, Alex is now in solitary. He is being visited by an unknown presence which says that in time they will escape. But will the time be sooner or later? Alex’s mind can’t handle his cell of darkness and solitary. Will he die or go insane?
The details: 225 pages; 2009 Review by Seth C.
