kaysbookcase's review
4.0
The Devil's Gift is a great short horror story which a think is best described as a 'coming-of-age horror'. I think what makes this so creepy is the mix of innocence and young love with violence and gruesome murders. I would like to have read more about how the developing relationship between the two main characters but other than that it was a really enjoyable read.
~I received a copy of The Devil's Gift in exchange for an honest review~
~I received a copy of The Devil's Gift in exchange for an honest review~
charmandi's review
5.0
Wow, I did not expect to like this as much as I did or become enraptured as heavily as I did based on the short synopsis. This is definitely not what you expect based on that description.
This novella had me eating out of the palm of its hand, I devoured it. I caught myself jumping ahead lines just to find out what would happen next. What is it about kids that make us think from surface level, the story will be aimed to immature audiences? Kids can be really creepy if done correctly, and boy does this story do it well.
I highly recommend this, it's a short read but a fun, thrilling one.
This novella had me eating out of the palm of its hand, I devoured it. I caught myself jumping ahead lines just to find out what would happen next. What is it about kids that make us think from surface level, the story will be aimed to immature audiences? Kids can be really creepy if done correctly, and boy does this story do it well.
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Creature/monster stories are definitely a favorite genre of mine and I loved the creativity, eeriness, creepiness, and innocence this story portrays-all in one. You get the whole spectrum.I highly recommend this, it's a short read but a fun, thrilling one.
screamdogreads's review
4.0
Disclaimer: I was offered a free e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This has in no way affected my rating, and the below thoughts are mine alone.
Ah, first loves. We all know how intense and all-consuming those can be. How it can feel like the world is ending when they come crashing down. That's certainly the case for Daniel, who's first love has a very peculiar appetite...
This short, sweet and oh so violent little novella is the perfect blend of a folk horror tale, and a coming of age story. This really is one of those novels that'll keep you up late, reading it in the dark, with the covers pulled over your head. I know, I know, you can do that with pretty much every novel, but this one nails that nail biting, shivers down your spine, late night reading atmosphere so damn well.
While it is a quick read, it's a gruesome one. In fact, it's pretty damn disgusting, which if you're the kind of horror fan I am, will excite you. Robinson has created something special here, not only does it make for the perfect summer horror read, but it's also a creeptastic thrill ride, that can proudly sit next to the likes of King.
If you're at all on the fence about this one, pick it up, providing you have the nerves to handle it.
Ah, first loves. We all know how intense and all-consuming those can be. How it can feel like the world is ending when they come crashing down. That's certainly the case for Daniel, who's first love has a very peculiar appetite...
This short, sweet and oh so violent little novella is the perfect blend of a folk horror tale, and a coming of age story. This really is one of those novels that'll keep you up late, reading it in the dark, with the covers pulled over your head. I know, I know, you can do that with pretty much every novel, but this one nails that nail biting, shivers down your spine, late night reading atmosphere so damn well.
While it is a quick read, it's a gruesome one. In fact, it's pretty damn disgusting, which if you're the kind of horror fan I am, will excite you. Robinson has created something special here, not only does it make for the perfect summer horror read, but it's also a creeptastic thrill ride, that can proudly sit next to the likes of King.
If you're at all on the fence about this one, pick it up, providing you have the nerves to handle it.
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