A review by kat_reads_horror
Whisper Down the Lane by Clay McLeod Chapman

dark emotional mysterious sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

This is one of those stories that keeps you guessing until the very end. 

The Satanic Panic of the 80s meets the present day and shows just how fast a rumor can catch fire and destroy everything in its path.  I loved this book and the twists he takes you on. 
Another story done in a duo timeline, which I usually struggle with liking but he does a great job of separating the past but still making it extremely relevant. 

The ending had me audibly gasping and reeling from what someone would maliciously do...