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cheeraven21's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
sleepysamreads's review against another edition
3.0
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Actual rating 2.5 stars
Kurtagich has become my favorite horror writers. I randomly picked up And the Trees Crept In by her earlier this year and loved it. The Dead House was also really good, so I had high expectations going into this.
I was immediately pulled into this story. I love books that have characters from different time periods that are all connected in one way or another. I found Roan's time in the 1800's the most intriguing, though I did enjoy Hermione (1500's) and Zoey's (present day) too.
I don't normally like horror novels very much because they always seem to fall flat to me. Kurtagich makes her stories actually creepy, which I love.
Unfortunately, I didn't entirely love this story. The ending felt incredibly disconnected from the rest of the story. I thoroughly loved it until around the 80% mark though. The story ended so abruptly and left me with so many questions.
If the ending had been wrapped up better, I think this would have been a 4 or maybe even 5 star book.
Another reason I'm giving it such a low rating is because I'm seriously tired of incest story lines. Like I guess it made sense in this case, but still. It's annoying how often it's been cropping up lately.
The questions I am left with after finishing: Why did Dr. Maudley bring Roan, Seamus, and Emma to the mountain? Was he their half brother too? Why would Roan's father sign Roan over to him?? I can see why Roan would be immortal, but why would Len? If Roan didn't kill Fostos, why wasn't he still living in the house on the mountain in Zoey's time? Also, Len says she's been on the mountain for 5 years. Why? Did she get stuck there, or was she there for some purpose? You would think her mother would have warned her away from it.. Oh! What happened to Jenny? I swear she just disappeared. And not in the way Maudley and Seamus did. Literally she was there one page and then never mentioned again??
Maybe these will be answered in a sequel, though I don't think one has been officially announced.
I will say I'm also a little uncomfortable with Zoey becoming a quadriplegic. I'm not even 100% sure how it happened...
Ultimately, I didn't love this one. I did really love the tone and atmospheric quality of it. I also enjoyed the characters, but the ending just really disappointed me.
Actual rating 2.5 stars
Kurtagich has become my favorite horror writers. I randomly picked up And the Trees Crept In by her earlier this year and loved it. The Dead House was also really good, so I had high expectations going into this.
I was immediately pulled into this story. I love books that have characters from different time periods that are all connected in one way or another. I found Roan's time in the 1800's the most intriguing, though I did enjoy Hermione (1500's) and Zoey's (present day) too.
I don't normally like horror novels very much because they always seem to fall flat to me. Kurtagich makes her stories actually creepy, which I love.
Unfortunately, I didn't entirely love this story. The ending felt incredibly disconnected from the rest of the story. I thoroughly loved it until around the 80% mark though. The story ended so abruptly and left me with so many questions.
If the ending had been wrapped up better, I think this would have been a 4 or maybe even 5 star book.
Another reason I'm giving it such a low rating is because I'm seriously tired of incest story lines. Like I guess it made sense in this case, but still. It's annoying how often it's been cropping up lately.
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The questions I am left with after finishing: Why did Dr. Maudley bring Roan, Seamus, and Emma to the mountain? Was he their half brother too? Why would Roan's father sign Roan over to him?? I can see why Roan would be immortal, but why would Len? If Roan didn't kill Fostos, why wasn't he still living in the house on the mountain in Zoey's time? Also, Len says she's been on the mountain for 5 years. Why? Did she get stuck there, or was she there for some purpose? You would think her mother would have warned her away from it.. Oh! What happened to Jenny? I swear she just disappeared. And not in the way Maudley and Seamus did. Literally she was there one page and then never mentioned again??
Maybe these will be answered in a sequel, though I don't think one has been officially announced.
I will say I'm also a little uncomfortable with Zoey becoming a quadriplegic. I'm not even 100% sure how it happened...
Ultimately, I didn't love this one. I did really love the tone and atmospheric quality of it. I also enjoyed the characters, but the ending just really disappointed me.
naxley's review against another edition
1.0
Why did I read another ofher books? The endings are always the worst.
charvi_not_just_fiction's review against another edition
4.0
This was an amazing structured book that starts off slowly and builds up as you go along. One of my favourite things has to be that the author manages to keep us in the dark at every freaking point in the book, until the very end. We literally get to know nothing and are hooked to the plot. My favourite characters have to be Zoe and Emma because they were both fiery and no-nonsense girls and had a lot of spirit in them. Seamus and Roan come in second because one absolutely cannot not love sweet little Seamus and well Roan just grows onto you somehow.
I think the author did a wonderful job keeping up with the three timelines and merged them seamlessly without leaving her readers confused. I don't usually enjoy horror but this one bordered a bit more on paranormal and mystery and I was just really drawn into the story, even though it creeped the hell out of me sometimes.
I read this book in audiobook version and I feel that is the BEST decision I've ever made. If you're ever grabbing a copy of this book I would highly advise that you listen to the audiobook because the narrators do full justice to the book. I was beyond creeped out by their voices and the background music as well as sound effects. I would literally jump 2 feet in the air every time someone would enter the room because I was so on edge. The narrators took on AMAZING accents, I absolutely adore them for breathing life into this book. I absolutely loved the experience.
Thank you so much to Hachette Audio for sending me an audiobook to review :)
I think the author did a wonderful job keeping up with the three timelines and merged them seamlessly without leaving her readers confused. I don't usually enjoy horror but this one bordered a bit more on paranormal and mystery and I was just really drawn into the story, even though it creeped the hell out of me sometimes.
I read this book in audiobook version and I feel that is the BEST decision I've ever made. If you're ever grabbing a copy of this book I would highly advise that you listen to the audiobook because the narrators do full justice to the book. I was beyond creeped out by their voices and the background music as well as sound effects. I would literally jump 2 feet in the air every time someone would enter the room because I was so on edge. The narrators took on AMAZING accents, I absolutely adore them for breathing life into this book. I absolutely loved the experience.
Thank you so much to Hachette Audio for sending me an audiobook to review :)
100pagesaday's review against another edition
4.0
Centuries ago, the monk Faustus learned to read the Devil's tongue and made a deal with the devil that will affect people for generations to come.
In 1583, Hermoine Smith accompanies her new husband into the wilds of the North Wales Mountains. She is following her husband's dream of building a large mill and Medwyn Mill House on a mountain that seems to have no water. The dairy pages that she leaves behind tell a story of brutality and a descent into madness.
1851, three teenage wards are sent to Medwyn Mill House to be cared for by Dr. Maudley. Roan, Seamus and Emma join the Doctor's other ward, Rapley. They learn very little about why they are there, but Roan feels that it may have something to do with the abilities she has and she feels that the others may have as well. When the storms of the mountain keep the group trapped and the disappearances begin, Roan is sure that something evil is at play.
Present day, Zoey is drawn to Medwyn Mill House after her father's powers make him forget and her own powers make her bleed. Zoey and her friend Poulton investigate the abandoned house, but they are not alone.
Teeth in the Mist is an experience, not merely a book. Combining the legend of Faust, with dark horror, magic and a touch of romance, Dawn Kurtagich creates a unique story that kept me ensnared in its grasp. The physical book offers much more than just words on a page, diary excerpts, photos, symbols and color differences make the reader feel like part of the story. I was immediately drawn into the story by the mystery of the symbols and the power that Roan and Zoey held. The point of view in the story switches between Roan, Zoey and Hermoine's diary entries with the majority of the story from Roan's point of view. Because of this, I felt the most connected to Roan as she tried to reveal the secrets of Medwyn Mill House, their purpose and powers and the evil that exists around the mountain. Since none of the characters really know what is going on with the force that is keeping them on the mountain, the reader is left in the dark as well. At moments, this was a little confusing, however the pull of the mystery was strong for me as well and kept me reading. Overall, a distinctive young adult horror that ties together many elements for an amazing reading experience.
This book was received for free in return for an honest review.
In 1583, Hermoine Smith accompanies her new husband into the wilds of the North Wales Mountains. She is following her husband's dream of building a large mill and Medwyn Mill House on a mountain that seems to have no water. The dairy pages that she leaves behind tell a story of brutality and a descent into madness.
1851, three teenage wards are sent to Medwyn Mill House to be cared for by Dr. Maudley. Roan, Seamus and Emma join the Doctor's other ward, Rapley. They learn very little about why they are there, but Roan feels that it may have something to do with the abilities she has and she feels that the others may have as well. When the storms of the mountain keep the group trapped and the disappearances begin, Roan is sure that something evil is at play.
Present day, Zoey is drawn to Medwyn Mill House after her father's powers make him forget and her own powers make her bleed. Zoey and her friend Poulton investigate the abandoned house, but they are not alone.
Teeth in the Mist is an experience, not merely a book. Combining the legend of Faust, with dark horror, magic and a touch of romance, Dawn Kurtagich creates a unique story that kept me ensnared in its grasp. The physical book offers much more than just words on a page, diary excerpts, photos, symbols and color differences make the reader feel like part of the story. I was immediately drawn into the story by the mystery of the symbols and the power that Roan and Zoey held. The point of view in the story switches between Roan, Zoey and Hermoine's diary entries with the majority of the story from Roan's point of view. Because of this, I felt the most connected to Roan as she tried to reveal the secrets of Medwyn Mill House, their purpose and powers and the evil that exists around the mountain. Since none of the characters really know what is going on with the force that is keeping them on the mountain, the reader is left in the dark as well. At moments, this was a little confusing, however the pull of the mystery was strong for me as well and kept me reading. Overall, a distinctive young adult horror that ties together many elements for an amazing reading experience.
This book was received for free in return for an honest review.
someonetookit's review against another edition
5.0
It's midnight and I work at 8 so I'll review this soon but not tonight!
megz88's review against another edition
5.0
O.M.G loved this book. Love Dawn's work and am a huge fan.
georgilvsbooks's review against another edition
5.0
“For those who scream in silence.”
I am such a huge fan of Dawn’s work! She ALWAYS knows how to give me the chills!
From page 1 I was sucked in. I just loved it.
The book itself is just beautiful, from the cover, to the pages inside.
Perfect for fans of gothic, horror, paranormal stories.
I am such a huge fan of Dawn’s work! She ALWAYS knows how to give me the chills!
From page 1 I was sucked in. I just loved it.
The book itself is just beautiful, from the cover, to the pages inside.
Perfect for fans of gothic, horror, paranormal stories.