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bigbookgeek's review
5.0
I still can't explain why I took an 8 year break from reading Michael Slade novels. Just held on to this and a couple others and waited for the perfect moment to get back into him, I guess. And, well, given the fact that he is currently working on re-imagining the early Special X novels for e-book format, and is working on yet another book in the series, well, the timing was perfect!
I loved this story. As is the norm with Slade, you get engrossed in their research, which is always extensive, and keeps you wanting to learn more about the subject. Slade has an uncanny ability to really delve deep into history, and cleverly blend in myth, conspiracy theories, mystery, suspense, and sheer horror for an all-out thrill ride! Swastika was no exception to that rule. I was thrown by the twist at the climax, and got a chill over the ending. If you like horror, and like to have some chilling real life history mixed in, this is a must-read for you!
I loved this story. As is the norm with Slade, you get engrossed in their research, which is always extensive, and keeps you wanting to learn more about the subject. Slade has an uncanny ability to really delve deep into history, and cleverly blend in myth, conspiracy theories, mystery, suspense, and sheer horror for an all-out thrill ride! Swastika was no exception to that rule. I was thrown by the twist at the climax, and got a chill over the ending. If you like horror, and like to have some chilling real life history mixed in, this is a must-read for you!
booksandcatsgalore's review
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
kittyburritoland's review
4.0
For a random book I picked up at a secondhand book store, this one really surprised me. A serial crime thriller with WWII history and mysteries thrown in? Yes please.
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