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barb4ry1's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5
Pig Island is a disturbing thriller with horror overtones. It's bleak but not as gory as one might expect/fear based on the description.
Joe Oakes, a skeptical journalist, arrives on the west coast of Scotland to investigate a reclusive cult on remote Pig Island. The rumor has it there's a half-animal, half-human creature there.
The story is narrated alternately by Oaksey and his wife Lexie. I enjoyed most of it, but I struggled with the pace in places, and I can't say I found the final shocking twist shocking.
All told, it's a solid thriller with genuinely terrifying moments.
Pig Island is a disturbing thriller with horror overtones. It's bleak but not as gory as one might expect/fear based on the description.
Joe Oakes, a skeptical journalist, arrives on the west coast of Scotland to investigate a reclusive cult on remote Pig Island. The rumor has it there's a half-animal, half-human creature there.
The story is narrated alternately by Oaksey and his wife Lexie. I enjoyed most of it, but I struggled with the pace in places, and I can't say I found the final shocking twist shocking.
All told, it's a solid thriller with genuinely terrifying moments.
go_elletee's review against another edition
1.0
Note to authors: If you're going to write in a dialect, keep it consistent. "Oakesy" went from scottish (?) to american real fast. This book was pretty horrible, sloppy, and not at all scary. It was just gross.
norma_cenva's review against another edition
2.0
I registered a book at BookCrossing.com!
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remigves's review against another edition
2.0
It was too slow. Perhaps the pace was to prepare the reader for the macabre content but it just made the story drag on. I also guessed the end.
mcintoshheidi's review against another edition
4.0
This is the story of the Psychogenic Healing Ministries Foundation and their off-the-rails cult leader, Malachi Dove. This secretive religious community live in isolation on Pig Island. In the face of accusations of devil-worship and Satanism, a journalist, Joe Oakes, is invited out to meet them. Little does he realise that things are going to get very personal...
Like all good thrillers, this book has got some real heart-stopping moments, and plenty of twists and turns along the way. It is told alternately from the perspective of Joe, and that of his slightly delusional wife, Lexie. Normally this would irritate me in a book, trying to keep track of who is speaking, but in this book it kind-of works, as you get the story from different viewpoints. the writing style is a bit clunky and heavy-handed. I read on the back that the author teaches courses in Creative Writing, and it feels very much as though she has thrown things in to tick boxes of "what makes good writing", rather than it flowing naturally. However, the book does whisk you up in the story, gripping as it is, so in terms of escapism it is a real treat!
Like all good thrillers, this book has got some real heart-stopping moments, and plenty of twists and turns along the way. It is told alternately from the perspective of Joe, and that of his slightly delusional wife, Lexie. Normally this would irritate me in a book, trying to keep track of who is speaking, but in this book it kind-of works, as you get the story from different viewpoints. the writing style is a bit clunky and heavy-handed. I read on the back that the author teaches courses in Creative Writing, and it feels very much as though she has thrown things in to tick boxes of "what makes good writing", rather than it flowing naturally. However, the book does whisk you up in the story, gripping as it is, so in terms of escapism it is a real treat!
barnsey's review against another edition
4.0
I'd heard Mo Hayder's name mentioned on several occasions in various book discussion groups, which immediately piqued my curiosity. I decided it was time to find out more. Looking through her back catalogue I settled upon Pig Island, one of her standalone novels with seemingly dark undertones. I was excited - it could be right up my alley. It immediately appealed with it's cover art of foreboding dark skies and Celtic cross towering above the landscape. From the outset I found it to be an atmospheric and creepy read.
When a video comes to light of a strange creature seen on Pig Island's beach, it leads to rumours of Satanic worship and rituals. Journalist Joe Oakes goes in search of his old nemesis - cult leader and all-round madman, Malachi Dove - who has made the island his home. What Joe discovers is a divided community with Dove's ex-followers now living in fear.
Skillfully written with a plot that slowly grips and doesn't surrender, I really enjoyed this novel. It's dark and creepy; encompassing different genres. Yes, there are moments that will leave you chilled but it's not a blood-curdling shocker. It instills a growing sense of unease and a strong feeling that something's not right. Admittedly it wont be everyone's idea of a bedtime read, but I loved the journey it took me on and look forward to reading more by this author.
Read my review on my blog: https://bit.ly/2LK7h6U
When a video comes to light of a strange creature seen on Pig Island's beach, it leads to rumours of Satanic worship and rituals. Journalist Joe Oakes goes in search of his old nemesis - cult leader and all-round madman, Malachi Dove - who has made the island his home. What Joe discovers is a divided community with Dove's ex-followers now living in fear.
Skillfully written with a plot that slowly grips and doesn't surrender, I really enjoyed this novel. It's dark and creepy; encompassing different genres. Yes, there are moments that will leave you chilled but it's not a blood-curdling shocker. It instills a growing sense of unease and a strong feeling that something's not right. Admittedly it wont be everyone's idea of a bedtime read, but I loved the journey it took me on and look forward to reading more by this author.
Read my review on my blog: https://bit.ly/2LK7h6U
mrsbooknerd's review against another edition
1.0
I had to finish this book, not sure if it was the characters or plotline or a combination!
amothersmusings1's review against another edition
4.0
Mo Hayder writes quite disturbing books, this being no exception. Well written I enjoyed the storyline and would recommend.