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3.27 AVERAGE
3.27 AVERAGE
(3.5) Cute is probably not an appropriate adjective for this book and yet here we are.
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Decent Return to Fear Street, but Lacks Originality
"You May Now Kill the Bride" is a decent addition to the "Return to Fear Street" series by R.L. Stine. As a long-time fan of the original "Fear Street" books, I was excited to revisit the chilling atmosphere of Shadyside.
The story follows Caitlin and her wedding party as they find themselves trapped on Fear Island, facing a series of mysterious threats. While the premise is engaging, the execution feels somewhat formulaic for those familiar with Stine's previous works. The twists and turns, though suspenseful, lack the freshness and originality that characterized the early "Fear Street" series.
The characters, while relatable, don't stand out as much as some of Stine's previous protagonists. The dialogue and interactions often feel predictable, and I wished for more depth in character development.
Despite these drawbacks, the pacing is well-maintained, and the book is a quick, enjoyable read. Stine still knows how to build tension effectively, keeping readers hooked until the end. The nostalgic return to Fear Street is appreciated, but it might not fully satisfy readers seeking a groundbreaking addition to the series.
In conclusion, "You May Now Kill the Bride" offers a nostalgic trip to the world of Fear Street, but it falls short of delivering the innovative twists that would elevate it to the level of the original classics. It's a solid read for fans of Stine's work, but newcomers might find it lacking the punch of the earlier Fear Street novels.
Not bad, reminded my of my days reading these types of books. The ending felt rushed, though.
I’m back reliving my youth by reading some R.L. Stine and this book was amazing!! Netflix did R.L. Stine dirty by not doing this story in their Fear Street story because this story was so creepy!
I love how much story collided at the end of the story. I wish the ending was a little more scary and one of those endings that leave you guessing.
I love how much story collided at the end of the story. I wish the ending was a little more scary and one of those endings that leave you guessing.
Wanted to take a trip back down to Fear Street. It was a good read but I think I may have outgrown these books. As an adult I really can’t connect but the 10 year old me loved every minute of the story! So overall I guess it was a win. I listened to the audio as I read and the narrator was really good!
I have mixed feelings. I really enjoyed how everything came together at the end; however, it is just too slow in some parts.
3.5 out of 5 Stars
Okay, this book is pure nostalgia for me. I read a ton of Fear Street books back when they were originally released, the Fear Street Saga, 99 Fear Street, the Cataluna Chronicles and my all time favorite, the Cheerleaders saga. I read a lot of R.L. Stine books back when I was a young kid, coming out of the library with an arm full of books. Didn’t matter how many times I had read them before, returning to them was just as fun as reading them the first time. Coming back to Fear Street is always coming back to something familiar and comfortable.
You May Now Kill The Bride is not the greatest work, the plot is a little predictable, the dialogue and characters a little cheesy but its familiar and fun and always a quick read. The book takes place for a few chapters in the past but spends most of the time in the current time as Harmony prepares for her sisters wedding. But Harmony is a Fear and Fear’s are a cursed bunch of folks because of their ancestors single action that has followed them throughout the years. The Fears certainly don’t make it easier for themselves, Harmony is a bit of a brat, her sister flighty who hurts people and blames other. They parallel the sisters that are in the 1924 section.
Neither section gets fully fleshed out characters and the backstories around the Fears and the Goodes never gets fully fleshed out. You have to know Fear Street books to really understand what is going on which is kind of a downside. The villain is just kind of there, who hooks up with another character who is also kind of there. Like I understood one of their reasons the other was just a big ole what? But thats just what you kind of get with an R.L. Stine book, some big ole I’m sorry what!?! There isn’t many consequences to this, it has a bit of a happy ending which doesn’t really vibe with the rest of the Fear Street books which is kind of sad.
While this book is categorized as young adult its definitely on the younger end, I started reading these books back when I was about 10-12 and they were that perfect level of scary for me so I would put these on the young end. Most of what made me love this at the end was the nostalgia of returning to Fear Street.
Okay, this book is pure nostalgia for me. I read a ton of Fear Street books back when they were originally released, the Fear Street Saga, 99 Fear Street, the Cataluna Chronicles and my all time favorite, the Cheerleaders saga. I read a lot of R.L. Stine books back when I was a young kid, coming out of the library with an arm full of books. Didn’t matter how many times I had read them before, returning to them was just as fun as reading them the first time. Coming back to Fear Street is always coming back to something familiar and comfortable.
You May Now Kill The Bride is not the greatest work, the plot is a little predictable, the dialogue and characters a little cheesy but its familiar and fun and always a quick read. The book takes place for a few chapters in the past but spends most of the time in the current time as Harmony prepares for her sisters wedding. But Harmony is a Fear and Fear’s are a cursed bunch of folks because of their ancestors single action that has followed them throughout the years. The Fears certainly don’t make it easier for themselves, Harmony is a bit of a brat, her sister flighty who hurts people and blames other. They parallel the sisters that are in the 1924 section.
Neither section gets fully fleshed out characters and the backstories around the Fears and the Goodes never gets fully fleshed out. You have to know Fear Street books to really understand what is going on which is kind of a downside. The villain is just kind of there, who hooks up with another character who is also kind of there. Like I understood one of their reasons the other was just a big ole what? But thats just what you kind of get with an R.L. Stine book, some big ole I’m sorry what!?! There isn’t many consequences to this, it has a bit of a happy ending which doesn’t really vibe with the rest of the Fear Street books which is kind of sad.
While this book is categorized as young adult its definitely on the younger end, I started reading these books back when I was about 10-12 and they were that perfect level of scary for me so I would put these on the young end. Most of what made me love this at the end was the nostalgia of returning to Fear Street.
RATING: 3 STARS
2018; HarperTeen/HarperCollins Canada
Fear Street is back in another relaunch, with Stine still at the helm. I loved Fear Street as a preteen to my late teens. This series was unlike any other as it wasn’t just vampire love stories. The series had romance but it wasn’t the central theme of the books. I have read the new “Fear Street Relaunch” books, but I am not really feeling them. I don’t know if it is me, being an adult, or the books have lost their magic, or they aren’t written as well. I will have to go back and read an old Fear Street book to put the to the test. I started this novel with a bit of trepidation, but liked it a lot more tan I expected. This novel goes back to the Fears if Fear Street and their enemy the Goodes. Two sisters are torn apart when they fall for the same boy, and tragedy leads to more tragedy in present day Fear Street. It was a decent story that was perfect for the Halloween season. I will be continuing with with book two!
***I received an eARC from EDELWEISS***
My Novelesque Blog
2018; HarperTeen/HarperCollins Canada
Fear Street is back in another relaunch, with Stine still at the helm. I loved Fear Street as a preteen to my late teens. This series was unlike any other as it wasn’t just vampire love stories. The series had romance but it wasn’t the central theme of the books. I have read the new “Fear Street Relaunch” books, but I am not really feeling them. I don’t know if it is me, being an adult, or the books have lost their magic, or they aren’t written as well. I will have to go back and read an old Fear Street book to put the to the test. I started this novel with a bit of trepidation, but liked it a lot more tan I expected. This novel goes back to the Fears if Fear Street and their enemy the Goodes. Two sisters are torn apart when they fall for the same boy, and tragedy leads to more tragedy in present day Fear Street. It was a decent story that was perfect for the Halloween season. I will be continuing with with book two!
***I received an eARC from EDELWEISS***
My Novelesque Blog
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