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ageekybibliophile's review
3.0
Great beginning, boring mid section and a decent twist at the end to draw you back in. Decent characters and well written.
rjdenney's review
5.0
Creepy as hell and entertaining!
I could not put this book down. It was so dark, creepy, and had a mystery element that came out of nowhere, which I loved. If you are looking for a spooky & thrilling read, then pick up Unrest by Michelle Harrison ASAP!
I could not put this book down. It was so dark, creepy, and had a mystery element that came out of nowhere, which I loved. If you are looking for a spooky & thrilling read, then pick up Unrest by Michelle Harrison ASAP!
melonep08's review
4.0
I won this book from the author's website and although i really wanted to read it, it sat on my shelf for a while before i actually did. It was different from my normal books but i got into it straight away and even gave it to my friend to read afterwards who loved it too. I am glad that i didn't read it when i had it because i think i would of been a little too young.
butterfly2507's review against another edition
3.0
Es war ganz gut wobei ich denke dass man noch viel mehr hätte rausholen können :)
just_tommye's review
4.0
This novel is one of the most terrifying things you will ever read but the wonderful storytelling my Harrison will keep you reading until the very end. Elliot is a character you can't not like but the horrors he faces will drench your pillows in sweat at night.
leari's review against another edition
4.0
Ein wirklich schönes Buch mit interessanter Handlung, obwohl es zwischendurch auch um belanglose Dinge, beziehungsweise sehr nebensächliche, die mit dem Buchtitel und der eigentlichen Story wenig gemein hatten, ging. Das Ende war für meinen Geschmack zwar etwas zu sehr wie ein Happy-End, aber auch nicht weiter schlimm, da ich die Charaktere sehr gut fand. ;D
labalkana's review against another edition
4.0
Wie ein düsteres Märchen...
Mich hat die angespannte Atmosphäre schnell gepackt und die Entwicklung ist wirklich authentisch.
Die Geschichte beginnt relativ schleichend und es braucht schon länger bis das Ganze richtig Fahrt aufnimmt aber die unheimliche Stimmung hält sich aber vom Anfang bis zum Ende. Dazu ist es wirklich fesselnd geschrieben.
Was mir wirklich gefällt ist Elliot. Als Charakter ist er interessant und auch die anderen Figuren sind eigen und toll gezeichnet. Dazu es ist mal was Anderes einen YA Roman aus der Sicht eines Jungen zu lesen.
Mich hat die angespannte Atmosphäre schnell gepackt und die Entwicklung ist wirklich authentisch.
Die Geschichte beginnt relativ schleichend und es braucht schon länger bis das Ganze richtig Fahrt aufnimmt aber die unheimliche Stimmung hält sich aber vom Anfang bis zum Ende. Dazu ist es wirklich fesselnd geschrieben.
Was mir wirklich gefällt ist Elliot. Als Charakter ist er interessant und auch die anderen Figuren sind eigen und toll gezeichnet. Dazu es ist mal was Anderes einen YA Roman aus der Sicht eines Jungen zu lesen.
liezjo's review
4.0
"Sleep tight." Why thank you Michelle Harrison but as this is a freaky creepy book I can't promise, only try.
keirasweet02's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I didn’t have high expectations for this book I just thought it sounded cool but after reading it this book is so good. I loved the way it was written and the atmosphere is made as I was reading it. I felt actually creeped out reading it. I love the way Harrison went with the plot and how it wasn’t a cliche demon haunting Elliot and he needs to do an exorcism but it more murder mystery with ghosts and I loved that about it. The mystery of Sean’s disappearance and finding out that the ghost of Sebastian was actually Sean after hodge had killed him was such a twist. The deaths were quite brutal in this aswell like they really stick with you despite them being fictional. I also liked Elliot he was a well written main character, reading about how he has changed since his accident and how he’s dealing with his out of body experiences and his relationship with Ophelia was so good. The whole book was such a pleasure to read, I highly recommend it.
serendipity_viv's review
5.0
This book blew me away. Once I began reading it, I just couldn't put it down. Michelle Harrison is excellent at hiding the truth from you until she is ready for you to hear it. There were elements that I really didn't see coming and I really should have. The story builds at a slow pace, which adds to the tension as you become desperate to find out what is happening to Elliott. As the book progressed, I had to finish reading it in daylight, as some of the scenes really did freak me out.
Past Lives, a living and working museum really came to life for me.The author made the village accessible to her readers; I felt I could walk down the streets and be able to name all the buildings and which ghosts haunted them. I have visited a similar museum and I really felt Michelle had captured its essence in exquisite detail.
Elliot was an excellent character, right from the start you want him to discover the truth and learn to deal with everything happening to him. He wasn't perfect and I think that is why I liked him so much. Before his accident, he really had been one of those boys your mother always told you to avoid, yet the accident changed him, opened his eyes and his emotions to the world. You could see how he looked up to his brother, yet he soon realises that the people you love the most are not are not infallible.
The blossoming romance between Ophelia and Elliott was beautiful, yet edgy. Each hiding a difficult past they still haven't learnt to live with. They both have flaws, neither one perfect, yet they still fell in love with each other. The scenes between them were quite breathtaking.
There is something very British about they way Michelle writes, no fancy and far fetched ideas, the writing is realistic and gritty. Certain scenes in the book really creeped me out.
If you love programmes such as Most Haunted you will love this.
I think Michelle Harrison has easily shown that she is capable of taking on the YA market as well as the children's genre. She has created a spine tingling spooky tale, guaranteed to give you goose bumps. Michelle Harrison is always at the top of my list of recommended authors; she writes with a voice that entrances you; gently leading you away from what you are supposed to be doing and losing you in the story. A modern day Pied Piper!
This book has been written as a standalone, but I do feel there is room for a sequel. I want to see Elliot's abilities grow over time; I want to see where they will lead him. I am also a sucker for romance and I definitely need to find out what happens with Ophelia and Elliot as life throws a few more obstacles in the way. If there isn't a sequel, I may petition!
Past Lives, a living and working museum really came to life for me.The author made the village accessible to her readers; I felt I could walk down the streets and be able to name all the buildings and which ghosts haunted them. I have visited a similar museum and I really felt Michelle had captured its essence in exquisite detail.
Elliot was an excellent character, right from the start you want him to discover the truth and learn to deal with everything happening to him. He wasn't perfect and I think that is why I liked him so much. Before his accident, he really had been one of those boys your mother always told you to avoid, yet the accident changed him, opened his eyes and his emotions to the world. You could see how he looked up to his brother, yet he soon realises that the people you love the most are not are not infallible.
The blossoming romance between Ophelia and Elliott was beautiful, yet edgy. Each hiding a difficult past they still haven't learnt to live with. They both have flaws, neither one perfect, yet they still fell in love with each other. The scenes between them were quite breathtaking.
There is something very British about they way Michelle writes, no fancy and far fetched ideas, the writing is realistic and gritty. Certain scenes in the book really creeped me out.
If you love programmes such as Most Haunted you will love this.
I think Michelle Harrison has easily shown that she is capable of taking on the YA market as well as the children's genre. She has created a spine tingling spooky tale, guaranteed to give you goose bumps. Michelle Harrison is always at the top of my list of recommended authors; she writes with a voice that entrances you; gently leading you away from what you are supposed to be doing and losing you in the story. A modern day Pied Piper!
This book has been written as a standalone, but I do feel there is room for a sequel. I want to see Elliot's abilities grow over time; I want to see where they will lead him. I am also a sucker for romance and I definitely need to find out what happens with Ophelia and Elliot as life throws a few more obstacles in the way. If there isn't a sequel, I may petition!