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Normal
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They say what you don't know can't hurt you. They're wrong...
When Julie Sterling was diagnosed with narcolepsy, she thought her debilitating medical condition would be the biggest challenge in her life. Years later, she's found that to be far from the case. The Pacific Predator has descended on the city of Portland, and his trail of gore leads straight to Julie and her twin sister Nev. Meanwhile, Eleanor Willoughby is about to find out that her lifetime of bad luck is worse than she thought - she's a death magnet, making her the ideal unwitting pawn for the Predator's perverted game.
But when heads start to roll and familiar faces choke to death on their own blood, it's not the crazed murderer that Julie, Nev and Eleanor are most afraid of - it's the secrets lurking in their subconscious. Because when the Predator comes out to play, what you don't know will, in fact, destroy you. This is NORMAL.
NORMAL: Book One is the first installment in an ongoing fast-paced psychological thriller series. (Due to violence and adult language, this book is not recommended for readers under 18.)
They say what you don't know can't hurt you. They're wrong...
When Julie Sterling was diagnosed with narcolepsy, she thought her debilitating medical condition would be the biggest challenge in her life. Years later, she's found that to be far from the case. The Pacific Predator has descended on the city of Portland, and his trail of gore leads straight to Julie and her twin sister Nev. Meanwhile, Eleanor Willoughby is about to find out that her lifetime of bad luck is worse than she thought - she's a death magnet, making her the ideal unwitting pawn for the Predator's perverted game.
But when heads start to roll and familiar faces choke to death on their own blood, it's not the crazed murderer that Julie, Nev and Eleanor are most afraid of - it's the secrets lurking in their subconscious. Because when the Predator comes out to play, what you don't know will, in fact, destroy you. This is NORMAL.
NORMAL: Book One is the first installment in an ongoing fast-paced psychological thriller series. (Due to violence and adult language, this book is not recommended for readers under 18.)
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First published November 12, 2013
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December 17, 2013
After reading the prologue to Normal I was instantly hooked. This book is UNBELIEVABLY good! It is written in such an engaging, fast-paced style that it sucks you in from the start and there's no letting go. The cleverly structured narrative interweaves many different character plot lines so cleverly and effortlessly, without becoming confusing at any point. The descriptions are so vivid, the dialogue so convincing, but you also get a real sense of the author's voice through the writing, and, for a psychological thriller, it is surprisingly amusing in places. It has the mood and feel of David Lynch's Mulholland Drive... but this is even better. We will be hearing a lot more from K.M. Kinsley, that is for sure. She has got a very big future ahead of her. Top class!
January 4, 2014
Okay, I'm addicted. I don't think calling this book a "thriller" does it justice. Don't get me wrong - it is crazy suspenseful and chilling! But the characters are so much less wooden than you see in most thriller/suspense novels. They're relatable. The dialogue in particular is excellent. Kinsley weaves her web deftly, and you get the sense that the climax of this series is going to be absolutely mind-blowing. I'm with the others who say they're dying for the next installment. The ending of book one was CRUEL. No one who reads this book will be able to resist buying the second one. Trust me, this series is going to be on everyone's reading lists soon.
December 22, 2013
just finished this. intriguing ending which instantly made me go back to the start and page through, something which is easier in Kindle format than a " normal" book. Also needed to look up narcolepsy on google to understand the nature of the condition. Quite a lot of characters and situations which may fall better into place on my second reading but maybe not as I guess thats the whole point of this genre of story, it keeps you guessing!! enjoyed it and looking forward to next instalment with great expectations.
January 5, 2014
This book is really, really good. I wasn't sure how I'd like it, as I'm not generally keen on scary books. But this is a mixture of creepy, intriguing, and sometimes even funny. It's like a TV miniseries in book form, one where you can't wait to tune into the next episode because the twists keep building. I already love the characters, and look forward to find out how the loose ends fit together. Cheers, Ms. Kinsley! I'm a new fan.
December 28, 2013
I found this book highly gripping, and couldn't wait to get to the next chapter. Each word had me on the edge of my seat to find out what would happen next. I like the doses of subtle humour that the author put in throughout, giving it a light feel here and there. I highly recommend this book to everyone, it really is a page turner. I cannot wait for the next book to come out.
January 3, 2014
Very good writing, I was a bit confused with all the characters over lapping but the very end kind of explains all of that. This is mostly character and plot development for the next book, saying that there is plenty of action and intrigue to be a good read in and of itself but now I long for the next book to see where this goes and get some resolution.
February 25, 2014
Loved this book! The first chapter hooked me and I read the whole thing in one sitting. Great characters, wonderful word smithing, and a twist at the end! Can't wait for Book 2...I would have kept right on reading!
December 22, 2013
Absolutely amazing! The book takes off running and doesn't stop, not even at the end! Leaves the reader craving more! Anxiously awaiting book two! FANTASTIC JOB KINSLEY!
January 5, 2014
You think you know whats going on then TWIST, cant wait for the next one
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