A review by pedro_repolho
The Twisted Ones by Kira Breed-Wrisley, Scott Cawthon

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

4.25

 "The Twisted Ones" is written in a similar style to the first book, with short, fast-paced chapters and a tense, suspenseful atmosphere. The characters are well-developed, and their relationships with each other are complex and interesting. The horror elements are well-done, with plenty of creepy imagery and jump scares to keep readers on edge.

One of the strengths of the book is its exploration of the themes of family, identity, and trauma. Charlie is still grappling with the aftermath of her father's crimes and the trauma she experienced as a child, and these issues are explored in a thoughtful and nuanced way. The book also delves deeper into the mythology of the Five Nights at Freddy's universe, revealing new information about the animatronic characters and their origins which, as a massive FNaF lore nerd, I adore.

Overall, "The Twisted Ones" is a strong follow-up to "The Silver Eyes" that delivers on the scares and adds depth to the series' mythos. It will appeal to fans of horror and the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise alike, as well as readers who enjoy character-driven stories with themes of trauma and identity. 
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