A review by betweentheshelves
Wake the Bones by Elizabeth Kilcoyne

dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This is a creepy, atmospheric, horror fantasy novel that definitely works if you're looking for horror to read in the summer. It reminded me a little of [book:Summer Sons|53290204] but more YA with a little more magic to it. It gave me similar kind of vibes, though. 

The characters in this are well done; you have a diverse group, working together to fight this bone monster that has shown up at Laurel's farm. Isaac was probably my favorite character, even though his story was probably the most heartbreaking. The scene with his dad in their apartment? Devastating. 

The only thing that really turned me off was the changing perspectives throughout. I understood the necessity of it, but it kind of threw me off, listening to the audiobook. It would take me a minute to realize that we were in a different character's mind.

All in all, if you're looking for a new YA horror book to check out, definitely pick this one up!
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