Welcome to My 31 Days Of Thrills And Chills 2019! I did this the last couple of years and so excited to do it again. I’ll be sharing reviews and lots of extra spooky stuff every day leading up to Halloween. I hope you’ll join me!
I’m sharing all kinds of books, movies, and other spooky stuff for every day in October. Gots to get those scares on for the 31st!
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Something Deadly
by Rachel Lee
Genre: Horror / Supernatural
My Review
I was trying to figure out what it was about this book that made me love it so much.
Was it the setting? The story takes place on a secluded island. Islands are small and have secrets. Everyone knows each other’s business. And if something goes wrong, there’s nowhere to run.
Was it the characters? Being an animal lover, I couldn’t help but like Markie. She’s the new vet hired for the exclusive island. And the medical examiner, Declan, has an open mind. And I thought he was the perfect fit for Markie. And then there’s Kato, Markie’s wolf/husky companion. He and Markie have this almost spiritual connection. They seem to actually communicate with each other.
Or was it the plot? Something was preying on the inhabitants of the beautiful island. The attacks appeared random, leaving the victims hollowed out husks. The condition of the bodies defied explanation and there was no telling who would be next.
I think it was all of three of these and something more. The writing. Rachel Lee had me hooked right from the beginning. The characters could have stepped off the pages, they felt so genuine. I could visualize the island. And it was chilling to “see” the attacks.
Everything worked for me. I read this book several times, returning to it when I wanted to relax with a favorite story in between new books. This is one of those books that isn’t part of a series, but I sure wish it was.
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Synopsis
An island of beauty becomes A GATEWAY TO TERROR…
Few could argue that the exclusive island of San Martin is anything less than paradise. In this wealthy enclave, veterinarian Markie Cross has a thriving practice, but her almost psychic connection to animals has made human relationships — especially with men — harder to navigate. Until mystery, murder and something unfathomable shatter her world…
People are dying strange, unexplained deaths. Island medical examiner Declan Quinn is stunned at the unearthly condition of the bodies, and he and Markie share a dark suspicion that something terrifying and impossible is at work here. Something that may not be human.
As a sinister message becomes clearer, Markie and Dec race to understand the tragic history of this island paradise and unlock the true nature of the evil now descending. Because if they can’t, Markie may become the next victim…
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Secluded islands are one of my favourite settings and I like wolf husky furry guys!
I think I can recommend this one to you. I have a feeling you’d like these characters and love the dog!
I love that there is a dog in this story, and also that the MC is a vet!
Those are two big wins for me too! The bond those two have is something else:)
i love stories set on islands and everything about this one appeals to me. great review laura
sherry @ fundinmental
I know you would love this one, Sherry!
It’s always such a great feeling when all aspects of a book work for you. I’m glad you enjoyed this one so much.
I love that feeling. And this book!
If something goes wrong there is nowhere to run …did you REALLY have to say this and frigthen me Laura??? LOL I love your review to the point yet conveying a truckload of chills and thrills 😉
You know me. The worst scenarios are my favorites. LOL
This sounds fabulous! It is always a good sign when you wish a book was part of a series.
I keep coming back to this when I have a hard time deciding what to read next. I just love it:)