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The Religion
PREPARE TO BELIEVE!
The carcasses of several animals are discovered in Central Park. They have been ritually slaughtered. After a fire in a Manhattan apartment block, a necklace and brightly coloured figurine are found in the ashes. As well as the body of a child...
It can't be happening. Not in 20th Century New York City. But the Religion exists. And it will exert an hypnotic and horrifying spell, from which no one can escape...
The intensive research for this novel took Nicholas Conde into the innermost circle of voodoo rites and secrets. The story behind The Religion is shockingly real...so real that the author is unwilling to reveal his true identity.
The carcasses of several animals are discovered in Central Park. They have been ritually slaughtered. After a fire in a Manhattan apartment block, a necklace and brightly coloured figurine are found in the ashes. As well as the body of a child...
It can't be happening. Not in 20th Century New York City. But the Religion exists. And it will exert an hypnotic and horrifying spell, from which no one can escape...
The intensive research for this novel took Nicholas Conde into the innermost circle of voodoo rites and secrets. The story behind The Religion is shockingly real...so real that the author is unwilling to reveal his true identity.
427 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1982
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May 28, 2024
A rather dated and problematic book with some exciting sequences, but I am rather mixed. Our protagonist, Cal Jamison, is a young, upcoming anthropologist just getting ready to write his first big book when tragedy strikes, killing his wife (a defective toaster of all things!). Bereaved, he leaves his job at the University of New Mexico and returns to NYC and Columbia, where his old mentor got him a job. Change of scenes and all that. So, Cal packs up his young son Chris and off to the Big Apple.
The authors (Conde is a pen name) slowly but surely start introducing voodoo aspects that come to take over the novel. In Cal's new apartment, for example, the housekeeper gets caught doing some spells and Cal fires her. Cal, wandering around one day stumbles across a voodoo store. Cal, going to pick up his furniture and stuff from a storage place come across a murder scene next door, where Cal hears about ritual sacrifices. Cal and Chris wandering in a park and stumbling across some sacrificed animals... You get the idea.
Well, Cal decides to take a deep dive into voodoo and off he goes with a new summer project. I have no idea if the authors did a lot of homework or just pulled ideas out of their ass regarding Santería and all the other offshoots of this; it seems they did some. When Cal starts learning about Santería, he of course approaches it via a rational scientist and his inner dialogue gets annoying fast. Yet, when he finds out his new girlfriend believes it, he starts to get second thoughts. I had some serious issues with Cal; what modern anthropologist would call people 'savages'? His endless moralizing also got annoying fast. Finally, his 'conversion'? Please.
I really cannot go more into the book to avoid spoilers. This was first published in 1982 and a movie came out shortly thereafter staring Martin Sheen as Cal. Maybe the film was better than the book. 2 voodoo dolls.
The authors (Conde is a pen name) slowly but surely start introducing voodoo aspects that come to take over the novel. In Cal's new apartment, for example, the housekeeper gets caught doing some spells and Cal fires her. Cal, wandering around one day stumbles across a voodoo store. Cal, going to pick up his furniture and stuff from a storage place come across a murder scene next door, where Cal hears about ritual sacrifices. Cal and Chris wandering in a park and stumbling across some sacrificed animals... You get the idea.
Well, Cal decides to take a deep dive into voodoo and off he goes with a new summer project. I have no idea if the authors did a lot of homework or just pulled ideas out of their ass regarding Santería and all the other offshoots of this; it seems they did some. When Cal starts learning about Santería, he of course approaches it via a rational scientist and his inner dialogue gets annoying fast. Yet, when he finds out his new girlfriend believes it, he starts to get second thoughts. I had some serious issues with Cal; what modern anthropologist would call people 'savages'? His endless moralizing also got annoying fast. Finally, his 'conversion'? Please.
I really cannot go more into the book to avoid spoilers. This was first published in 1982 and a movie came out shortly thereafter staring Martin Sheen as Cal. Maybe the film was better than the book. 2 voodoo dolls.
June 27, 2015
"Οι δαιμονισμένοι", εκδόσεις Bell.
Ενδιαφέρον και καλογραμμένο θρίλερ τρόμου, με όλα τα καλούδια και τα κλισέ του είδους του και της δεκαετίας που γράφτηκε. Αν σας λέει κάτι ο τίτλος στ'αγγλικά (The Believers), είναι ίσως επειδή έχετε δει την ταινία του 1987, σε σκηνοθεσία John Schlesinger και με πρωταγωνιστή τον Martin Sheen, η οποία βασίζεται στο βιβλίο αυτό. Βέβαια βλέπω ότι έχουν κάποιες σημαντικές διαφορές, όμως το γενικό πλαίσιο είναι ίδιο. Κάποια στιγμή θα ψάξω να βρω την ταινία.
Βρισκόμαστε στην Νέα Υόρκη, όπου μια σειρά φόνων μικρών παιδιών έχουν θορυβήσει τις αρχές και τους πολίτες. Κατά τα φαινόμενα, πρόκειται για ανθρωποθυσίες της θρησκείας Βουντού, με σκοπό να ευχαριστηθούν οι Θεοί και να αποφευχθούν μεγάλες συμφορές. Αυτό πιστεύουν οι φανατικοί πιστοί της. Ο ανθρωπολόγος Καλ Τζάμισον, που θέλει να κάνει μια νέα αρχή μετά τον τραγικό θάνατο της γυναίκας του, μετακομίζει με τον εφτάχρονο γιο του στο Μανχάταν. Μετά από διάφορες συμπτώσεις ή ακόμα και θεϊκές επεμβάσεις, ο Καλ θα μπλέξει σε μια επικίνδυνη ιστορία με την μυστηριώδη αυτή θρησκεία και θα καταλάβει ότι ο γιος του ίσως να είναι το επόμενο παιδί που θα πρέπει να θυσιαστεί για το καλό της Γης...
Πρόκειται για ένα θρίλερ που κινείται με σχετικά αργούς ρυθμούς, με λίγες καλές δυνατές σκηνές, μικρές εκπλήξεις στην πλοκή και αγωνία για το τέλος. Γενικά διαβάζεται πολύ ευχάριστα και με ενδιαφέρον από την αρχή μέχρι το τέλος, η ατμόσφαιρα είναι αρκούντως σκοτεινή, οι χαρακτήρες αρκετά καλά σκιαγραφημένοι και ενδιαφέροντες και η γραφή ευκολοδιάβαστη και σίγουρα καλή. Επίσης, το τέλος μου φάνηκε αρκετά ανατρεπτικό και υπό μια έννοια συγκλονιστικό. Αξίζει να ψάξετε το βιβλίο και να το διαβάσετε.
Ενδιαφέρον και καλογραμμένο θρίλερ τρόμου, με όλα τα καλούδια και τα κλισέ του είδους του και της δεκαετίας που γράφτηκε. Αν σας λέει κάτι ο τίτλος στ'αγγλικά (The Believers), είναι ίσως επειδή έχετε δει την ταινία του 1987, σε σκηνοθεσία John Schlesinger και με πρωταγωνιστή τον Martin Sheen, η οποία βασίζεται στο βιβλίο αυτό. Βέβαια βλέπω ότι έχουν κάποιες σημαντικές διαφορές, όμως το γενικό πλαίσιο είναι ίδιο. Κάποια στιγμή θα ψάξω να βρω την ταινία.
Βρισκόμαστε στην Νέα Υόρκη, όπου μια σειρά φόνων μικρών παιδιών έχουν θορυβήσει τις αρχές και τους πολίτες. Κατά τα φαινόμενα, πρόκειται για ανθρωποθυσίες της θρησκείας Βουντού, με σκοπό να ευχαριστηθούν οι Θεοί και να αποφευχθούν μεγάλες συμφορές. Αυτό πιστεύουν οι φανατικοί πιστοί της. Ο ανθρωπολόγος Καλ Τζάμισον, που θέλει να κάνει μια νέα αρχή μετά τον τραγικό θάνατο της γυναίκας του, μετακομίζει με τον εφτάχρονο γιο του στο Μανχάταν. Μετά από διάφορες συμπτώσεις ή ακόμα και θεϊκές επεμβάσεις, ο Καλ θα μπλέξει σε μια επικίνδυνη ιστορία με την μυστηριώδη αυτή θρησκεία και θα καταλάβει ότι ο γιος του ίσως να είναι το επόμενο παιδί που θα πρέπει να θυσιαστεί για το καλό της Γης...
Πρόκειται για ένα θρίλερ που κινείται με σχετικά αργούς ρυθμούς, με λίγες καλές δυνατές σκηνές, μικρές εκπλήξεις στην πλοκή και αγωνία για το τέλος. Γενικά διαβάζεται πολύ ευχάριστα και με ενδιαφέρον από την αρχή μέχρι το τέλος, η ατμόσφαιρα είναι αρκούντως σκοτεινή, οι χαρακτήρες αρκετά καλά σκιαγραφημένοι και ενδιαφέροντες και η γραφή ευκολοδιάβαστη και σίγουρα καλή. Επίσης, το τέλος μου φάνηκε αρκετά ανατρεπτικό και υπό μια έννοια συγκλονιστικό. Αξίζει να ψάξετε το βιβλίο και να το διαβάσετε.
October 30, 2023
Way back in the 80s, I watched a tidy little film from director John Schlesinger starring Martin Sheen about voodoo in modern day NYC called The Believers. Fast forward to the 2020s, where I stumbled onto this used paperback that was the source material for that wonderful gem from so long ago.
The Religion, by author Nicholas Conde, is a novel about recently widowed anthropologist, Cal Jamison, who is looking to finally put the unfortunate accident that claimed his wife behind him. Along with his seven-year-old son, Chris, Cal takes a university position in NYC. In a freak occurrence, Cal stumbles upon a murder scene that he later finds out was a possible voodoo sacrifice. With his expertise rooted in little known world religions, Cal is pulled into the hidden voodoo scene growing in NYC as the source of his next research project. The more he probes into the forbidden knowledge, the more his life gets tangled in its mysterious web. And the more he discovers their sinister plans, including the possible sacrifice of his son Chris.
The Religion is a competent tale using voodoo as the hidden boogeyman in the background. I’m sure there are plenty of discrepancies between actual voodoo practices and the version Conde lays out for us, but I wouldn’t know the difference. Sometimes, I question Cal’s experience as an anthropologist and why he would react/handle things the way he does. But I do like how the subject matter of religion makes you think, particularly about how much control we actually have of our life and how much is on autopilot, regardless of your religious beliefs. It’s a solid horror offering from the early 80s that has a wart here and there, but nothing you wouldn’t normally expect from a novel written 40 years ago.
4 Dried Herbs and Roots out of 5
The Religion, by author Nicholas Conde, is a novel about recently widowed anthropologist, Cal Jamison, who is looking to finally put the unfortunate accident that claimed his wife behind him. Along with his seven-year-old son, Chris, Cal takes a university position in NYC. In a freak occurrence, Cal stumbles upon a murder scene that he later finds out was a possible voodoo sacrifice. With his expertise rooted in little known world religions, Cal is pulled into the hidden voodoo scene growing in NYC as the source of his next research project. The more he probes into the forbidden knowledge, the more his life gets tangled in its mysterious web. And the more he discovers their sinister plans, including the possible sacrifice of his son Chris.
The Religion is a competent tale using voodoo as the hidden boogeyman in the background. I’m sure there are plenty of discrepancies between actual voodoo practices and the version Conde lays out for us, but I wouldn’t know the difference. Sometimes, I question Cal’s experience as an anthropologist and why he would react/handle things the way he does. But I do like how the subject matter of religion makes you think, particularly about how much control we actually have of our life and how much is on autopilot, regardless of your religious beliefs. It’s a solid horror offering from the early 80s that has a wart here and there, but nothing you wouldn’t normally expect from a novel written 40 years ago.
4 Dried Herbs and Roots out of 5
May 24, 2018
White guy discovers a religion practiced by millions, gets it wrong repeatedly, maybe causes nuclear Armageddon.
September 2, 2022
Starts off normal enough. There's a series of child murders that all seem very ritualistic, and the main character is an anthropologist who becomes interested. Beyond that, this goes to some very dark and apocalyptic places.
April 6, 2018
I found this book terribly disappointing - even before reading my colleagues' criticisms that it misrepresents Santeria (if true, that's an unforgivable failing in what was supposed to have been a well researched project).
(Spoiler alert)
The main character was a pathetic individual who seemed to not only lack a moral compass but also the professional integrity to analyze his subject matter. Like the anti-hero of another book that drove me to distraction recently (Nirvana Blues), he would fly off the handle and resort to violence at the drop of a hat. It seemed to be his default response to anything he didn't like, even the behaviour of his own son, who we are later asked to believe he would risk everything for (did he want a child or a puppet to remind him of his dead wife?).
What was interesting for me about the book was the contrast between individual interests and the greater good of society. It is not surprising that in the good 'ole US of A the latter was sacrificed for the former (with supposedly dire consequences), but the approach was simplistic anyway. The key is to what extent one should balance the two, which are both important and need to be reconciled. In that respect, it is a very topical question, because that is precisely the question that is being asked of us today, as we stand at a crossroads in human evolution. Let's hope we choose wisely, rather than responding to media provocation.
(Spoiler alert)
The main character was a pathetic individual who seemed to not only lack a moral compass but also the professional integrity to analyze his subject matter. Like the anti-hero of another book that drove me to distraction recently (Nirvana Blues), he would fly off the handle and resort to violence at the drop of a hat. It seemed to be his default response to anything he didn't like, even the behaviour of his own son, who we are later asked to believe he would risk everything for (did he want a child or a puppet to remind him of his dead wife?).
What was interesting for me about the book was the contrast between individual interests and the greater good of society. It is not surprising that in the good 'ole US of A the latter was sacrificed for the former (with supposedly dire consequences), but the approach was simplistic anyway. The key is to what extent one should balance the two, which are both important and need to be reconciled. In that respect, it is a very topical question, because that is precisely the question that is being asked of us today, as we stand at a crossroads in human evolution. Let's hope we choose wisely, rather than responding to media provocation.
October 28, 2020
Great horror, finished just in time for Halloween. I love the setting in NYC and the descriptions of the barrio. The ending didn't surprise me, but it was well done and my favorite part of the novel.
August 24, 2012
"Intriguing, informative and suspenseful" is the best way to describe this well written book. It was also an educational experience to read more about Santeria and Voodoo religions, which also so happens to be very common here in Los Angeles.
In the beginning of the novel, I found it a little unbelievable that Cal, an anthropologist who studied in the Philippines and other primitive communities found the beliefs of Voodoo in civilized societies to be inconceivable. It only makes sense that immigrants, whether transplanted by slavery or by choice, would bring their beliefs with them. It was hard to believe that Cal was ignorant to this idea. But I liked how Kate embraced the understanding of other cultures to the fullest extent - so the contrast between the two anthropologists, especially in terms of immersion, was evident. Although I agree with Cal that the sacrificing of people is a primitive, immoral, and unethical concept, I liked the portrayal of religion in terms of controlling people, and their mind, to the point of belief and action, despite some sad realities of their practices.
Thus, I really liked and appreciated the extensive amount of research that was put into this work, in terms of the religion, beliefs, cultures, practices, language, herbal cures, etc. I have a great deal of respect for authors who go far beyond their imagination to make their books REAL. Although, the disclaimer in the beginning said the book is fiction, there is a deep connection that the reader can receive from the work, especially a reader who understands that such events and beliefs can [and do] happen in real life, in modern societies, all in the name of 'faith'. The discovery of the religion by Cal and his journey to becoming a believer, complete with his personal doubts and participation in rituals, in modern-day New York, is described in epic detail.
In the beginning of the novel, I found it a little unbelievable that Cal, an anthropologist who studied in the Philippines and other primitive communities found the beliefs of Voodoo in civilized societies to be inconceivable. It only makes sense that immigrants, whether transplanted by slavery or by choice, would bring their beliefs with them. It was hard to believe that Cal was ignorant to this idea. But I liked how Kate embraced the understanding of other cultures to the fullest extent - so the contrast between the two anthropologists, especially in terms of immersion, was evident. Although I agree with Cal that the sacrificing of people is a primitive, immoral, and unethical concept, I liked the portrayal of religion in terms of controlling people, and their mind, to the point of belief and action, despite some sad realities of their practices.
Thus, I really liked and appreciated the extensive amount of research that was put into this work, in terms of the religion, beliefs, cultures, practices, language, herbal cures, etc. I have a great deal of respect for authors who go far beyond their imagination to make their books REAL. Although, the disclaimer in the beginning said the book is fiction, there is a deep connection that the reader can receive from the work, especially a reader who understands that such events and beliefs can [and do] happen in real life, in modern societies, all in the name of 'faith'. The discovery of the religion by Cal and his journey to becoming a believer, complete with his personal doubts and participation in rituals, in modern-day New York, is described in epic detail.
December 8, 2014
I loved it. A thrilling and scary page turner. The Religion is the story of an anthropologist, Cal Jamison, who gets pulled into dark and frightening activities involving Voodoo and Santeria.
The Religion is a straight forward thriller, but within the narrative Condé subtly and intriguingly explores deeper considerations of family, spirituality, power, ethics, and psychology. However, this book is no more about real Santeria than The Exorcist is about real Catholicism. Santeria is a device, like Catholicism in The Exorcist, that opens myriad fictional possibilities and reaches the reader at a place of deep spiritual fear and uncertainty. It's a simple and common plot device that allows the reader to accept a potentially paranormal world that is validated in a sense by the thousands of active faithful. For me it's irresistibly thrilling when done well, and I think Nicholas Condé did it well.
An unfortunate problem with the story is Cal's cultural insensitivity and ignorance. Normally, this wouldn't be a big deal, most characters aren't perfect and they learn and grow, but Cal is supposed to be an anthropologist! And a professor! His consistent tactless comments are a real distraction. The director of the movie version must have recognized this because in The Believers Cal is not an anthropologist. Despite this, I would not say that the book is culturally insensitive. There is plenty of religious skepticism but also much respect, and Condé puts a lot of effort into demonstrating just how deeply similar so many religions are at many levels.
Despite the flaws, The Religion was tense, thoughtful and hard to put down.
The Religion is a straight forward thriller, but within the narrative Condé subtly and intriguingly explores deeper considerations of family, spirituality, power, ethics, and psychology. However, this book is no more about real Santeria than The Exorcist is about real Catholicism. Santeria is a device, like Catholicism in The Exorcist, that opens myriad fictional possibilities and reaches the reader at a place of deep spiritual fear and uncertainty. It's a simple and common plot device that allows the reader to accept a potentially paranormal world that is validated in a sense by the thousands of active faithful. For me it's irresistibly thrilling when done well, and I think Nicholas Condé did it well.
An unfortunate problem with the story is Cal's cultural insensitivity and ignorance. Normally, this wouldn't be a big deal, most characters aren't perfect and they learn and grow, but Cal is supposed to be an anthropologist! And a professor! His consistent tactless comments are a real distraction. The director of the movie version must have recognized this because in The Believers Cal is not an anthropologist. Despite this, I would not say that the book is culturally insensitive. There is plenty of religious skepticism but also much respect, and Condé puts a lot of effort into demonstrating just how deeply similar so many religions are at many levels.
Despite the flaws, The Religion was tense, thoughtful and hard to put down.
December 1, 2019
Held my interest. And had some really cool sequences. And some interesting ideas. BUT... I have some criticisms: notably, the protagonist suffers from overblown emotions that make him hard to understand at critical moments. Also, I get the feeling a lot of the research on Santeria and voodoo isn't as accurate as we would expect. It plays as heavily sensationalized, not grounded. Inauthentic. Finally, this book was written in the early-80s and you can certainly tell. I definitely try to give older books the benefit of the doubt: after all, context is everything. But there are just too many cliches, stereotypes and mischaracterizations that start moving into cringe territory. Other books from this era, notably early Stephen King, are a product of their time/place but don't fall prey to these issues. With these criticisms noted, there are some interesting ideas at play. This book was made into the 1987 film "The Believers," starring Martin Sheen. I'd be cruious to see a modern Blumhouse-style adaptation. There's certainly some strong enough ideas to get something cool. Although a lot of careful thought will need to be given to the voodoo subject matter.
October 25, 2012
I read this book when I was quite young, perhaps 13/14 and it had quite a strong impact upon me. I'd never read anything so disturbing however I think it served to open my mind rather than influence me in any particular direction. I can only vaguely recall the plot but my reactions of disgust at some scenes remain strong. I remember feeling a certain dirtiness after reading it but even at that age it helped me to understand that life was sometimes like that and that the best attitude to have is to roll your sleeves up and deal wit it with grim determination. My own life was a bit of a horror story at the time and perhaps I took solace that someone else was having to deal with evil and that I was not the only one. I could have developed an unhealthy interest, perhaps, in seizing personal power through voodoo as a solution but despite what some people tend to believe it did not have that effect on me at all. This was one of the first horror books I'd read... I did then go on to read most of Stephen Kings works over the following years.
February 6, 2017
This book Was a trip and my very first look into what Santeria was. As far as introdction's go? It was horrible. It was okay writing but the research involved witht he writing of this book and the the making of it's eventual movie was a travesty to not only Santeria but of writing and of story telling ever. I don't reccomend reading this book, unless you want a distorted view of what Santeria is.
July 15, 2014
Would have been better if the main character had not been an anthropologist and instead was some other type of academic. Too much of the book was spent thinking that a real anthropologist would not be having the bigoted reactions Cal was having.
Other than that (I'm forgiving the racism due to the year this was written), the pacing was slow but the plot was interesting.
Other than that (I'm forgiving the racism due to the year this was written), the pacing was slow but the plot was interesting.
January 7, 2015
One of the most terrifying novels of our time. Nicholas Conde is a master at creating atmosphere and suspense. You really feel for the good guys and fear the villains, all of which are three dimensional. There are plenty of juicy twists and the ending is a knockout. I also recommend the film based on it called The Believers with Martin Sheen and Helen Shaver.
February 14, 2019
It's a very good book, full of suspence and interesting twists and turns.It has well developed characters but Ι didn't enthuse over any of them...I give it 4 stars and not 5 because even though it is well written I think something was missing...
July 31, 2015
I found this novel to be a surprisingly good thriller. The title on my book said The Believers which made it a little hard to find in Goodreads.
November 21, 2022
Si tuviera una palabra para describir esta obra sería TERRORIFICA. Totalmente va a una de mis mejores lecturas de este año, tarde bastante en leerla por cuestiones de tiempo, esta divida en tres partes y por capítulos cortos eso hace que se lea mas rápido.
Los personajes me encantan, siento que el autor hizo un excelente trabajo al desarrollarlos tan bien. Las descripciones de los crímenes son totalmente atroces por eso en mi opinión esta novela es tan poco conocida, incluso mucha gente desconoce que se tradujo al español.
Simplemente no se pierdan esta novela, es bastante complicada de conseguir, pero si la ven no lo duden.
October 10, 2022
This was pretty good - a bit scary with some gory crime scenes - but it was also pretty cliche - chose to sensationalise a religion that the majority of readers don't understand or only know of as a horror trope (me until I did some research after reading this and becoming interested in the topic of voodoo and Santeria). Worth the read, but I've passed it on as I wouldn't read it a second time.
May 13, 2023
This book was pretty slow to start and get into. I was hoping there would be more of the police side of the investigation, but anyway it finally got really interesting and dark near the end. Could have explored more of the psychological horror of the anthropologists. Definitely could have edited out like 100 pages.
August 19, 2022
Rated up because I liked where it leaves you on the ending. Found it to be poorly written, really did not like the main character. Content matter could have made a very interesting story but found it a bit lacking. Would make a decent movie but wasn’t too enthusiastic getting through this one.
December 10, 2023
An engrossing story, beautifully written. Most books are better than the movies they're based on but this book is head, shoulders and Mt. Everest above its film adaptation -- which was was pretty good! Perfect choice for anyone seeking supernatural mystery, urban Gothic, or slow-burn horror.
December 5, 2019
An utterly weak ending - really disappointed me though the overall concept was interesting.
August 31, 2020
Read in 1983. Horror novel about voodoo and human sacrifice.
September 6, 2023
Não gostei muito
June 8, 2025
brilliant
Love the movie, the book even better. Gripping from start to finish. Going to watch the movie again to compare
Love the movie, the book even better. Gripping from start to finish. Going to watch the movie again to compare
October 9, 2015
Este foi o mais recente livro a ser arrumado numa das prateleiras do quarto. Comprei-o num alfarrabista da Feira do Livro de Losboa deste ano por me ter parecido interessante. Por vezes gosto de fugir um pouco da fantasia e da FC para me refugiar noutros estilos...
Infelizmente para mim desta vez a coisa não correu bem. Temos então a história de um professor de antropologia e do seu filho pequeno que se mudam para Nova Iorque após o falecimento da mulher (assassinada por uma torradeira). É pouco depois de chegar à cidade que nota uma alteração de comportamento no seu filho e toma conhecimento da existência de práticas de sacrifícios rituais de animais...
Temos assim uma história que nos leva aos vários tipo de voodoo e práticas de magia na era moderna e um grande mistério. Quem andava a sacrificar crianças e porquê?
A primeira metade do livro é bastante interessante e deixa o leitor curioso. No entanto à medida que a história avança esse interesse começa a ser perdido e o autor começa a empatar um pouco os acontecimentos. A segunda parte poderia ter sido escrita em metade das páginas que ocupa que não se perderia nada de importante.
Foi assim um livro que me desapontou pois esperava algo mais interessante.
in: http://folhaembranco.blogs.sapo.pt/a-...
Infelizmente para mim desta vez a coisa não correu bem. Temos então a história de um professor de antropologia e do seu filho pequeno que se mudam para Nova Iorque após o falecimento da mulher (assassinada por uma torradeira). É pouco depois de chegar à cidade que nota uma alteração de comportamento no seu filho e toma conhecimento da existência de práticas de sacrifícios rituais de animais...
Temos assim uma história que nos leva aos vários tipo de voodoo e práticas de magia na era moderna e um grande mistério. Quem andava a sacrificar crianças e porquê?
A primeira metade do livro é bastante interessante e deixa o leitor curioso. No entanto à medida que a história avança esse interesse começa a ser perdido e o autor começa a empatar um pouco os acontecimentos. A segunda parte poderia ter sido escrita em metade das páginas que ocupa que não se perderia nada de importante.
Foi assim um livro que me desapontou pois esperava algo mais interessante.
in: http://folhaembranco.blogs.sapo.pt/a-...
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August 21, 2012we it was ok ,getting turn in to something like at wow
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December 4, 2014August 2006 -- Monroe Public Library, Monroe, CT -- Horribly and Trashy horror novel. Unlikeable book about Voodoo.
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