I had no idea what to expect but a fun thriller. I soon discovered this book was an erotic psychological thriller (is that a real genre or did I just make it up?) I enjoyed that aspect because I've never read anything scandalous like this before. my biggest problems with the book are repetitive ramblings of inner monologue of the main character and then how easily (it seemed) that she overcame her psychosis and was like "ok time to solve some crime, yo!"

either way I still rated it a 4 and I'm getting the next 2 books in the series because I'm thirsty for more!

The Widow is a book I picked up because I kept seeing it and Barton's second book, The Child, basically everywhere. I enjoyed the plot but something just seemed to be missing when all was said and done... and I can't quite put my finger on it. The beginning of the book was incredible and then there was a little lull amidst some police investigations... and the ending underwhelmed me. A few more pages should have been devoted to THAT moment in my opinion. But still a quick, easy read and I give it a solid 3.5 out of 5. I will be picking up The Child at some point - Barton's an author to look out for!

Wow! I grew up watching Carrie so many times... it was one of the first scary movies I ever remember watching. I thought reading this book would be boring because of the movie, remake, reboot-sequel, etc. I was WRONG! The way King writes this tale we all know is wonderful. and the format is genius... the novel has interviews, newspaper clippings, book articles, etc sprinkled throughout that help tell this story. if anything, reading this helps me even further understand Carrie White and my heart breaks for her even more. may she RIP.

What an amazing, haunting book! I had to stop myself from comparing it to Kubrick's film so much after the first 50 pages or so. Literally... like... nothing is the same other than the fact there is a family who watches over a hotel in the offseason and a black cook and some random things happening in room 217. The book, though, went so much more into "the shine" than Kubrick did and I loved that! I never even knew why it was called The Shining until a few years ago, even. But after reading the book, it was pretty damn obvious! I love how strong Wendy was in the book. I love how smart Danny was portrayed in the book, too. So many good feels from this one (scary, chilling, murdery, feels... but still good!)

I reaaaaaally enjoyed this book! all kinds of slasher vibes, suspense, and all that good stuff! I could see "the movie" as I read and it was so cool! a solid 4.5 out of 5 from me on Final Girls!