Friday, February 26, 2010

The Farm - Scott Nicholson


This book was my first by this author, and even though it was decent, I just wasn't very excited about it. Typical horror cliches can be found in this book. I think the only thing that scared me about this was my fear of goats(childhood incident that traumatized me). There are some scenes with goats and other farm animals and that bothered me/creeped me out more than anything. Decent book, but not my cup of tea.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Scissors by Ray Garton


So I recently read Scissors, the newest book by Ray Garton. Let me tell you, this book is a thrill ride into madness. It's definitely not for the weak or easily disturbed. It's not horribly over the top with violence, but it does latch on and won't let go until the very end. This is one you will not want to put down.

Stuart Mullond seems like your normal, average, everyday guy. He's got a job he hates, an ex-wife he hates, a new girlfriend, and a son who ignores him. Stuart also happens to be paranoid and slightly delusional.

As a child, Stuart's overly religious mother aided in putting him through an operation done by Dr. Furgeson. This operation traumatized him so badly that he now believes the doctor has come back to do the same thing to his son.

Stuart begins seeing the doctor everywhere he goes and each sighting is accompanied by the snick-snick of scissors. Does this mean Stuart is crazy or is the nasty doctor really coming for his son?

Scissors is a fast-paced adrenaline rush that takes over and doesn't let go until the very end. With each chapter, you begin to feel as though your spiraling out of control right along with Stuart. And when you finally do discover what's really going on, it hits you like a ton of bricks.

Scissors is definitely one to read if you like your horror dipped in insanity and sprinkled with a healthy dose of love, loss, and the power of human nature.

Pick up a copy and see for yourself just how awesome this book really is.

Book Reviews by Jazz

Ok, so this is my new blog. I kind of gave up on my horror movie blog because I tend to read more than I watch movies. So starting later today, I will be reviewing some recent books I have read. I'll try to update each day, but I can't guarantee anything. :) So I hope you enjoy my reviews and maybe find something new to read.