What books are you reading/have you recently read? 2023

[Rosalyn]

A reimagining of a classic that not only expands on events that were originally off-page, but offers a new point of view and improves upon the source of inspiration, an impressive feat.

Also, Hob FTW!

My full 5/5 star review here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...


What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher

[C.J.]

Rosalyn wrote: "A reimagining of a classic that not only expands on events that were originally off-page, but offers a new point of view and improves upon the source of inspiration, an impressive feat.

I also thought it was a great retelling. It's kind of clear what's going on early if you've read certain horror novels, but I don't think that detracted from the story at all. There were some great gothic moments, and the length was just right.

[WendyB]

Finished Cackle. I enjoyed it.

Started two other books: Black River Orchard and A Man Among Ghosts

So much good stuff to read for this time of year.

[Monica]

I started a new manga series, never heard of it but I'm enjoying. I'm on volume 2

[Jennifer]

Just finished
The Carrow Haunt

I loved it! The characters weren't flat (in my opinion) and this book was actually spooky. Definitely recommend it if you like ghost hunting/haunted-house vibes. I have enjoyed a few of her books so I will definitely be reading more from her soon!

[WendyB]

Finished A Man Among Ghosts... it was just alright.

Started All Hallows

[Marie]

Jennifer wrote: "Just finished
The Carrow Haunt

I loved it! The characters weren't flat (in my opinion) and this book was actually spooky. Definitely recommend..."

Love that book! That book creeped me out when I read it a few years ago. One of my all time favorites by Darcy Coates. :)

[Marie]

I finished: How to Sell a Haunted House

Reading now:

Cutter's Deep: Welcome to Hell

The Demonic

and

Hidden Pictures

[Monica]

I'm also re reading the illustrated editions of Harry POtter. I'm already on the third book though. I love to listen to them but they go by so quickly.

[Erin]

Marie wrote: "I finished: How to Sell a Haunted House

Reading now:

Cutter's Deep: Welcome to Hell

The Demonic



and

Hidden Pictures"


How was the Hendrix book?

[Erin]

The Exchange: After The Firm

[inciminci]

I'm currently reading and

[MsYinry]

I just finished reading Near the Bone by Christina Henry. I'm still deciding on my next book deciding The Least of My Scars by Stephen Graham Jones or Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Harrison. I have no idea how I'll choose which one.

[Jennifer]

MsYinry wrote: "I just finished reading Near the Bone by Christina Henry. I'm still deciding on my next book deciding The Least of My Scars by Stephen Graham Jones or Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Harrison. I have no..."

I really enjoyed Near the Bone. I read that a bit ago. What did you think of it?

[Cole]

I finished Near the Bone earlier this year, as well. I liked it and thought it was incredibly fast paced and, of course, I’m a sucker for a creature feature.

In other news, I’m reading The Fisherman, finally.

[MsYinry]

Jennifer wrote: "MsYinry wrote: "I just finished reading Near the Bone by Christina Henry. I'm still deciding on my next book deciding The Least of My Scars by Stephen Graham Jones or Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Har..."

Oooh I enjoyed the themes of resilience, Mattie deserves some applause for her character development. Despite this, I do wish the author filled in some mysteries she left us. In my opinion, she might have left too many questions in the end. I wish at least some of them got answered. But overall it was an enjoyable read

[MsYinry]

Cole wrote: "I finished Near the Bone earlier this year, as well. I liked it and thought it was incredibly fast paced and, of course, I’m a sucker for a creature feature.

In other news, I’m reading The Fisher..."

Ohh I love that book as well. I hope you enjoy it. I love Lovecraftian horror :))

[Cole]

Oh gosh, yes. I looooove cosmic horror. It’s probably my favorite genre. Have you read American Elsewhere by Robert Jackson Bennett?

[MsYinry]

Omg i wanna read that but im a little intimidated by books with lots of pages rn (trying to get out of a slump)

[WendyB]

Cole wrote: "Oh gosh, yes. I looooove cosmic horror. It’s probably my favorite genre. Have you read American Elsewhere by Robert Jackson Bennett?"

American Elsewhere suprised the hell out of me by how good it was. For a thick book, it reads really fast.

[Randy]

Currently reading in (The Horror Stories of Robert E. Howard) until I settle on something else to read. I have lots of options -- maybe too many.

[Cole]

American Elsewhere is a thick book, but it reads sooooo fast. If you like cosmic horror, I definitely recommend it. It’s incredible. And Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins is the same way. Kinda thick, but the cosmic horror is incredibly well done.

[Pisces51]

My last few horror selections were books by Jon Athan, Triana, and Daniel J. Volke. The latter was steeped with historical fiction from the Nazi's occupation of Poland which started the War. It is beautifully written and incorporates the Nazi fascination with occultism. It also features of the the Greater Demons from he'll whose powers has been harnessed temporarily by the German and later the righteous. It is a terrific story.Rated it 5 Stars.

[Christopher]

Widow's Point
I’m mystified by the good reviews I’ve seen for this cliche-ridden found-footage story. There isn’t a single original idea in it—not one.

[MsYinry]

Cole wrote: "American Elsewhere is a thick book, but it reads sooooo fast. If you like cosmic horror, I definitely recommend it. It’s incredible. And Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins is the same way. Kind..."

Ohh Library at Mount Char, I read that a year ago. I found it super interesting with all the abilities of the characters

[MsYinry]

Cole wrote: "Oh gosh, yes. I looooove cosmic horror. It’s probably my favorite genre. Have you read American Elsewhere by Robert Jackson Bennett?"

Speaking of Lovecraftian horror, I always forget to read Lovecraft Country by Matt Ruff. Have you read it and is it any good for you?

[MsYinry]

Cole wrote: "I finished Near the Bone earlier this year, as well. I liked it and thought it was incredibly fast paced and, of course, I’m a sucker for a creature feature.

In other news, I’m reading The Fisher..."

If you play video games, I think you'll link Dredge, its super similar in my opinion

[Erika]

Finished this short novella the other day. Really liked it!

[WendyB]

MsYinry wrote: "Cole wrote: "Oh gosh, yes. I looooove cosmic horror. It’s probably my favorite genre. Have you read American Elsewhere by Robert Jackson Bennett?"

Speaking of Lovecraftian horror, I always forget ..."

I've read Lovecraft Country and thought it was great. I love how each smaller story in it is unique and yet they all linked together to make one complete story. It was very clever and I loved the characters.

[Cole]

I haven’t read Lovecraft Country yet. But I keep forgetting to add it to my TBR. I need to do that now! Thanks for the reminder. 😆

I play some games. Not very often. But I’ll check out Dredge. I’m always looking for a game to catch my attention. :)

[MsYinry]

Cole wrote: "I haven’t read Lovecraft Country yet. But I keep forgetting to add it to my TBR. I need to do that now! Thanks for the reminder. 😆

I play some games. Not very often. But I’ll check out Dredge. I’..."

Ohh if you want a good idea of what Dredge is about in terms of atmosphere and a bit of game mechanics, watch the Dredge's Official Release Date Reveal Trailor. The Official Feature Length Animated Trailer of the game gives too much stuff away in my opinion, and Official Release Date Reveal Trailor got me hooked in less than 2 minutes (though I did watch it before the other trailor).

[MsYinry]

MsYinry wrote: "Cole wrote: "I haven’t read Lovecraft Country yet. But I keep forgetting to add it to my TBR. I need to do that now! Thanks for the reminder. 😆

I play some games. Not very often. But I’ll check o..."

And its DLC is coming out soon, that DLC will take place in the artic. So that's something to look forward too

[MsYinry]

WendyB wrote: "MsYinry wrote: "Cole wrote: "Oh gosh, yes. I looooove cosmic horror. It’s probably my favorite genre. Have you read American Elsewhere by Robert Jackson Bennett?"

Speaking of Lovecraftian horror, ..."

Ohhh they're smaller stories slowly becoming one? I have to check it out soon. I feel like this month will be a Lovecraft month

[Christopher]

The New Annotated H.P. Lovecraft: Beyond Arkham

[Shera]

I’m reading Slewfoot by Brom. Really good so far. I’d never read this author before, but I like his writing and the artwork adds to the creepy feel throughout the book.

[Erin]

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

[Monica]

I started and am almost done with, The dead zone by King. This is really engaging I'm really enjoying it.

[Monica]

Here's my september wrap up :) https://youtu.be/e4dKiUbnnTY

[Monica]

I just started The hunger by Alma Katsu

[inciminci]

I'm reading
nothings worse than a clown gone bad

and
Shakespeare Unleashed

[WendyB]

Finished Black River Orchard yesterday. Interesting story but like many of Wendig's books, it could have been a few pages shorter.

[RJ - Slayer of Trolls]

I finished the disappointing Edgar Award winning mystery novel


The Bottoms by Joe R. Lansdale
Rating: 2 stars
Review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

and I started reading


A Simple Plan by Scott Smith

These are more "suspense" than horror, I should mention.

[Theresa (mysteries.and.mayhem)]

I recently finished Black River Orchard by Chuck Wendig. It was ok, but it wasn't as good as I was hoping it would be.

Now I'm reading Edenville by Sam Rebelein and I seem to be loving it a lot more than many of the reviewers on GR.

[WendyB]

Been reading The Horror at Pleasant Brook. I have a nice copy signed by the author. Cool.

[DarkLioness22]

i just finished the Fourth Wing, loved it.
now reading Malice

[WendyB]

Theresa (mysteries.and.mayhem) wrote: "I recently finished Black River Orchard by Chuck Wendig. It was ok, but it wasn't as good as I was hoping it would be. ..."

I just read this book too and I guess I'd been hoping for something a little better too. To me it had a slight YA feel to it, except maybe for the parts (view spoiler)[about the sex house (hide spoiler)]

[Theresa (mysteries.and.mayhem)]

WendyB wrote: "Theresa (mysteries.and.mayhem) wrote: "I recently finished Black River Orchard by Chuck Wendig. It was ok, but it wasn't as good as I was hoping it would be. ..."

I..."

Yeah! I got a strong YA vibe from it too (with the same exception that you mentioned). His books are always hit or miss with me. So I'm hoping the next one will be a hit!

[Erin]

The Love of my Life


Just finished: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

Fantastic book, would highly recommend.

[Monica]

I'm going on with the Monster manga series, which is great. I'll be starting volume 7

[Jennifer]

Just finished
Snow

I absolutely loved it! The imagery was so well done. A bit disappointed with the ending, but overall good read.