"When dark creeps in and eats the light,
Bury your fears on Sorry Night.
For in the winter's blackest hours,
Comes the feasting of the V... read full description
Bury your fears on Sorry Night.
For in the winter's blackest hours,
Comes the feasting of the V... read full description
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Feb 27, 2011
I wouldn’t classify myself as a fan of scary things. I’ve been afraid of the dark for as long as I can remember, yes, I am still afraid of the dark. I do not like scary movies, I happened to watch It, the movie based on the novel of the same title by Steven King, when I was in elementary school, I don’t think I slept for weeks, and I still haven’t been able to watch the movie again. So, when I grabbed a copy of the Devouring by Simon Holt and read the synopsis, I have to admit I was a little sca
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Jan 26, 2009
Rachael
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Reggie is a horror fan; she figures reading all those scary books and watching all those scary movies is a sort of preparation for the real thing, real fear. But for Reggie, real fear is just arachnophobia for example, something real she can name. So when she stumbles upon a mysterious journal detailing the horrors of certain demonic beings called Vours that take over human bodies, she dismisses it as a work of fiction. But she can’t deny the strange coincidence of her little brother Henry actin
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Sep 20, 2008
Becky
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Holt, Simon. 2008. The Devouring: Sorry Night.
"Stop, Reggie!" Henry barked from beneath his quilt. "Don't read anymore!" Regina Halloway shut the book. (5)
Regina--called Reggie by most of her friends and family--loves to read horror. Loves it. So much so that she works at a used bookstore devoted to the genre. But perhaps Reggie should have been a bit more thoughtful as to what she was reading her younger--and much more gullible--brother, Henry. Then a More...
"Stop, Reggie!" Henry barked from beneath his quilt. "Don't read anymore!" Regina Halloway shut the book. (5)
Regina--called Reggie by most of her friends and family--loves to read horror. Loves it. So much so that she works at a used bookstore devoted to the genre. But perhaps Reggie should have been a bit more thoughtful as to what she was reading her younger--and much more gullible--brother, Henry. Then a More...
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Sep 03, 2008
Lucy
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Regina Halloway loves scary stories. She reads them compulsively--she even works in a horror book store. Sometimes, she thinks she might be reading them to distract her from the truly scary things in her life--like the fact that her mom ran out on them, and they haven't heard from her in over a year, or the fact that her father is more and more distant every day. Or the fact that she is singlehandedly raising her little brother, Henry.
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But mostly, Reggie just reads horror because s More...
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Feb 09, 2011
Bluemoon
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This was an ok read for me. It's not really the best read of my life, but it kept my interest long enough. I wasn't really into the book, maybe because half the time it was talking about spiders and eating it. So yea, I'm deathly afraid them and if Vours are real I'd be Henry by now.
Anyways, the concept of the book is good. My only problem with this book is, it seems like the author wrote it thinking it would be made into a movie or maybe it just reminded me of a scary movie. Eh, I don More...
Anyways, the concept of the book is good. My only problem with this book is, it seems like the author wrote it thinking it would be made into a movie or maybe it just reminded me of a scary movie. Eh, I don More...
Jan 15, 2011
carole
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Freaky, with a capital F. You know those books you read that really play out in your head like a movie? Well, this is one of them. Holt does an excellent job really creating images from words. I can't say I'm a huge horror fan. But, this is the first book I've read on the subject so maybe my opinion is based on lack of exposure. Great book, amazing yet terrifying story.
Regina and her best friend Aaron are all about anything scary. Regina is a high school freshman who works part time More...
Regina and her best friend Aaron are all about anything scary. Regina is a high school freshman who works part time More...
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Aug 13, 2008
Jackie
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This is an extremely well written horror story that kept me cringing and reading late into the night. It concerns Regina and her younger brother Henry, who has become possessed by a demon-like entity called a Vour. Adults are pretty much absent in the picture (with one mysterious exception), so it's up to Reggie to figure out how to save her brother. This is one creepy book, and it leaves plenty of leeway for this to turn into a series. Yes, there's even a clown involved (ugh!). I'd liken
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Oct 23, 2008
I LOVED IT!
This book grabbed and held my attention. I raced through to the end and wasn't too disappointed. I was hoping for a stronger ending, but not all books can end the way I want them to.
The general premise is someone is inhabited by a Vour which is basically and alien-like creature who takes over a human's body. The original human ends up in a place of eternal terror where all his/her biggest fears are realized and made into reality. Well, the person you love e More...
This book grabbed and held my attention. I raced through to the end and wasn't too disappointed. I was hoping for a stronger ending, but not all books can end the way I want them to.
The general premise is someone is inhabited by a Vour which is basically and alien-like creature who takes over a human's body. The original human ends up in a place of eternal terror where all his/her biggest fears are realized and made into reality. Well, the person you love e More...
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Mar 30, 2009
Vania
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This book is instantly chilling. I was sucked in int he deep abyss of Reggie's fears. This tale is dark and deep, chilling me to the bone. A gripping tale of overcoming your deepest darkest fears turning them in on themselves.
Reggie starts off as a weaker character growing stronger and more assertive through her love and devotion for her little brother. She begins the novel with a theory that proves useful later: she immerses herself in horror and fright through movies and literature, More...
Reggie starts off as a weaker character growing stronger and more assertive through her love and devotion for her little brother. She begins the novel with a theory that proves useful later: she immerses herself in horror and fright through movies and literature, More...
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Feb 01, 2012
BookChic
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This is a perfect Halloween read if you want to keep the Halloween spirit going. It's difficult to put this book down, and Holt's prose keeps the pages turning. It's an intriguing storyline and extremely original. It sounds like there will be more books regarding the Vours, as the ending is left fairly open, but I can't find anything confirming anything more from this author. I also absolutely LOVE the cover- it's so eye-catching and beautiful in a sort-of horror-ish way. A little warning though
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Jan 22, 2012
Isadora
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Esta es mi primera incursión en el género del horror/terror. Aunque sea más bien atisbos de él. Siempre me ha gustado, y soy una gran aficionada al cine de este mismo género. Así que sabía que algún día me tendría que topar con algún libro que lo tratase. Pensaba en comenzar con Stephen King, pero este libro se me cruzó en el camino y no perdí la oportunidad.
Nuestra protagonista, Regina, tiene 15 años. Debe hacerse cargo de su hogar después que su madre los abandonara, a ella, a su her More...
Nuestra protagonista, Regina, tiene 15 años. Debe hacerse cargo de su hogar después que su madre los abandonara, a ella, a su her More...
Aug 30, 2011
Becky
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Once you get past the shock value of this book (and there are some distracting moments, including eating spiders and small animals dying), this book does have a few strengths.
The two protagonists, Reggie and Aaron, are likable. They both have their flaws, but we're given the chance to see them grow and change by the end of the book, which sometimes gets overlooked in favor of plot. Both Reggie and Aaron are big fans of horror, but have crippling fears they eventually have to address. More...
The two protagonists, Reggie and Aaron, are likable. They both have their flaws, but we're given the chance to see them grow and change by the end of the book, which sometimes gets overlooked in favor of plot. Both Reggie and Aaron are big fans of horror, but have crippling fears they eventually have to address. More...
Aug 15, 2011
Emma
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Oh. My. Jellybeans.
This book was kind of amazing.
I'm not sure what I was expecting; all I knew was that I didn't think the Devouring would or could possibly be as good as it was.
At risk of getting gushy here (something I try to avoid), the Devouring was unlike any other book I've read for a while. It combined a blend of good, strong, likeable characters with new, interesting premise with well executed storyline. It's a paranormal book, yes, but there's nothi More...
This book was kind of amazing.
I'm not sure what I was expecting; all I knew was that I didn't think the Devouring would or could possibly be as good as it was.
At risk of getting gushy here (something I try to avoid), the Devouring was unlike any other book I've read for a while. It combined a blend of good, strong, likeable characters with new, interesting premise with well executed storyline. It's a paranormal book, yes, but there's nothi More...
Aug 11, 2011
Jessica
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The Devouring: Sorry Night, by Simon Holt is a teen horror novel. The story revolves around a demonic race called the Vours (rhymes with 'sour' rather than 'moor') who once a year, on the night of the winter solstice (or 'sorry night') can use the fears of humans to steal their souls and take over their bodies.
Reggie Halloway loves horror stories, so when an old journal that appears to be an unpublished horror novel arrives at the used bookshop where she works, she borrows it without t More...
Reggie Halloway loves horror stories, so when an old journal that appears to be an unpublished horror novel arrives at the used bookshop where she works, she borrows it without t More...
Aug 10, 2011
Makaelabaker
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The Devouring by Simon Holt.
I’ve never really been a horror fan, I’ve screamed my head off while watching The Grudge and Paranormal Activity, but I’ve never really been a HORROR fan. And unfortunately The Devouring didn’t convert me. I don’t know why really, Simon Holt’s writing is very good his characters are relatable and easily likeable, but this type of HORROR story just doesn’t strike my fear fancy. So please don’t let my…lack of enthusiasm deter you away from this book, because you More...
I’ve never really been a horror fan, I’ve screamed my head off while watching The Grudge and Paranormal Activity, but I’ve never really been a HORROR fan. And unfortunately The Devouring didn’t convert me. I don’t know why really, Simon Holt’s writing is very good his characters are relatable and easily likeable, but this type of HORROR story just doesn’t strike my fear fancy. So please don’t let my…lack of enthusiasm deter you away from this book, because you More...
Jul 26, 2011
Pam
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The Devouring was an okay read.
The plot was original and exciting. It was also fast-paced, and had *pure* horror all throughout the book. I have to admit that I had a problem believing what was happening because it felt unreal. It just wasn't convincing enough. I think this may have been because the writing was targeted to a younger audience... or I don't know. It's quite confusing, because some parts in the book might freak kids out, but I felt the writing in this book was... childi More...
The plot was original and exciting. It was also fast-paced, and had *pure* horror all throughout the book. I have to admit that I had a problem believing what was happening because it felt unreal. It just wasn't convincing enough. I think this may have been because the writing was targeted to a younger audience... or I don't know. It's quite confusing, because some parts in the book might freak kids out, but I felt the writing in this book was... childi More...
Jul 20, 2011
Crystal (Elegantly Bound Books)
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I loved this book! I was a little hesitant to pick it up for a couple reasons. 1. It's a little bit older of a book and I hadn't heard much about. 2. It's a bargain book on Amazon (sometimes a bad sign). 3. The synopsis makes it sound kind of weird and definitely different. I was completely thrown off by all these factors and ended up falling in love after only a few chapters. I was so engrossed that I read it in one sitting!
The Devouring is a horror novel so for all of you who d More...
The Devouring is a horror novel so for all of you who d More...
Apr 06, 2011
The Devouring is about girl, Reggie, who loves ghorry horrer things. She's really into scary stuff and when she finds a strange journal in the stock pile of the library that she works at, she decides to snatch it for herself and return it before anyone notices. The Devouring was written on the cover. It had strange entries from a woman describing what her brother was going through while possessed by what they call 'vours.' Reggie was pretty intrigued by all that stuff. She even started reading i
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Mar 07, 2011
Violet
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I used to despise horror. I would watch a horror movie or read a Stephen King novel and stay up all night twitching and dreaming of horrible, insanity-inflicted deaths. Both maturity and getting into a certain horror show that I won't mention here (hints: CW. Hot men. Gore. Don't judge me.) eased me into the genre and now I'm in love with all things scary, insane, violent, and gory. What can I say? Violence appeals to the animal in all of us. Nom nom nom. But, I digress, and I loved this book. I
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Dec 30, 2010
Karissa
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This is the first book in a series by Simon Holt. The 2nd book "Soulstice" is coming out in September '09. I wasn't able to find how many books are planned for this series so if anyone knows; speak up!
Reggie and Aaron are horror fanatics. Reggie finds an old journal at the horror bookstore she works at. The journal talks about Vours, evil entities that can take over your soul during winter soulstice. The Vours can only enter the minds of people who are truly afraid. In an e More...
Reggie and Aaron are horror fanatics. Reggie finds an old journal at the horror bookstore she works at. The journal talks about Vours, evil entities that can take over your soul during winter soulstice. The Vours can only enter the minds of people who are truly afraid. In an e More...
Dec 21, 2010
Asher
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The Devouring (Book 1/3)
Author: Simon Holt (@ Goodreads)
Release Date:9/1/08
Publisher: Little Brown Books for Young Readers
Age Group: Young Adult (14+)
Source: Borrowed (School Library)
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Rating: ☺☺☺☺ - Super!
"When Reggie finds an old journal and reads about the Vours, supernatural creatures who feast on fear and attack on the eve of the winter solstice, More...
The Devouring (Book 1/3)
Author: Simon Holt (@ Goodreads)
Release Date:9/1/08
Publisher: Little Brown Books for Young Readers
Age Group: Young Adult (14+)
Source: Borrowed (School Library)
Go Buy It! Amazon/Barnes&Noble/BookDepository
Rating: ☺☺☺☺ - Super!
"When Reggie finds an old journal and reads about the Vours, supernatural creatures who feast on fear and attack on the eve of the winter solstice, More...
Sep 11, 2010
YA Reads
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As far as covers go, The Devouring is pretty spectacular. In fact, it’s so good that I picked it up off the shelf in the store and decided I was going to buy it even before I looked at the blurb. Apart from being visually stimulating, it manages to capture the real essence of the story without giving too much away.
The blurb is pretty enticing as well. Check this out:
Vours:
Evil, demonic beings that inhabit human bodies on Sorry Night, the darkest hours of the winter solst More...
The blurb is pretty enticing as well. Check this out:
Vours:
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Apr 13, 2010
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This book was so good I wanted to stay up at night to finish it. The prologue was so good and gripping that I had to continue reading it to see what would happen. The book had all the makings to become a horror movie itself. The writing was great and an easy read. It had very well written descriptions of horror scenes which is enough to put the reader on edge. Some parts were so well written I found myself reacting to it out loud while reading.
Fear is the main theme here, and Reggie h More...
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Mar 25, 2010
Kirsten
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A truly creepy story -I'm glad I only read it alone, and not alone at night! Even though I knew some of the characters who would be involved at the end, there were a few surprises. I appreciated the strength of the characters -nobody stood back and waited to be rescued. Reggie, the main character, is tough and protective of her brother, when she could be just another whiny teenager. She has a tough life; her mother left them, her dad can't cope, and she's now responsible for her younger brot
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Dec 11, 2008
Kate
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When I first heard of this book and what it was about, it sounded a little stupid. The title is fine--"The Devouring" sounds pretty cool. But to have monsters called "Vours"? Then I kept hearing buzz about how scary this book was, and the cover is pretty cool, so I had to read it.
The main character, Regina, is pretty similar to me--obsessed with horror movies and books. I think it's hard to write trippy kinds of scenes, because the imagination needed by the More...
The main character, Regina, is pretty similar to me--obsessed with horror movies and books. I think it's hard to write trippy kinds of scenes, because the imagination needed by the More...
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Oct 17, 2011
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Woooooooow.
If I can be corny for a moment, I am pretty sure this book is called The Devouring because it's how you will absorb this book. I completely devoured it. In one sitting. Start to end.
Definitely, unquestionably the best horror novel I have ever read, YA or otherwise. I was completely engrossed and sucked into this storyline by the first chapter. I have never ever read a book quite like this, the story line was so original. I can imagine this book making an incredible More...
If I can be corny for a moment, I am pretty sure this book is called The Devouring because it's how you will absorb this book. I completely devoured it. In one sitting. Start to end.
Definitely, unquestionably the best horror novel I have ever read, YA or otherwise. I was completely engrossed and sucked into this storyline by the first chapter. I have never ever read a book quite like this, the story line was so original. I can imagine this book making an incredible More...
Nov 02, 2010
Karen
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I LOVED this book! The writing style, the characters, the story...I loved it all.
This was definetly a scary story and the descriptions and details in this book is what did it for me. Yes, this book is a YA book, but Simon knows how to be description enough w/out going over the top because it is a YA book.
I could definetly see this story play out in my head like a movie and I would watch it again and again!
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This was definetly a scary story and the descriptions and details in this book is what did it for me. Yes, this book is a YA book, but Simon knows how to be description enough w/out going over the top because it is a YA book.
I could definetly see this story play out in my head like a movie and I would watch it again and again!
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Jul 16, 2009
Sara
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thought this was a good book, but I didn't really find it all that scary. The concept of Vours was really interesting - and freaky I suppose, but none of the scenes themselves really scared me. So I suppose this is a horror novel in the way that if you think that something like this could happen to you, you have a really good reason to be freaked out!
Otherwise, there really isn't all that much to say - I feel kind of lame, actually. I thought the writing was solid and the world well More...
Otherwise, there really isn't all that much to say - I feel kind of lame, actually. I thought the writing was solid and the world well More...
Dec 30, 2010
Laura
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Reggie loves all things Horror. She came across an old journal, where she reads about these demonic being called "vours." On Sorry Night, Reggie reads a couple of entries to her younger (and very gullible) brother, thinking that the Vours aren't real. But after that night, Henry isn't acting like he usually does.
As Reggie tries to figure out what's wrong with her brother, sh More...
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Reggie loves all things Horror. She came across an old journal, where she reads about these demonic being called "vours." On Sorry Night, Reggie reads a couple of entries to her younger (and very gullible) brother, thinking that the Vours aren't real. But after that night, Henry isn't acting like he usually does.
As Reggie tries to figure out what's wrong with her brother, sh More...
Jun 09, 2010
Vanessa
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