ryw132 's review for:

Let the Right One In by John Ajvide Lindqvist
4.0

If originally heard of this through the film which I was surprised to find was the highly sanitised version of the story. The peasophilia aspects are uncomfortable to read but they are integral to the story rather than being used for shock factor as they often are in horror. This is an extremely well-written book, with the pacing (often an issue in horror as the scares come either too late or too early) perfect for the story. I’ve seen the comparison made between this author and Stephen king a lot but it’s hard not to when it’s so well written and eerie, and is only intended as a compliment from me.