Horrifying Thrillers discussion

I read A Canticle for Liebowitz way back in high school. The holy missive that is its basis made me realize I had to read it.

I'm in the middle of Sharp objects, I already figured out who the killer is, but i still think it a very good book, some chapter I find it hard to put it down. I'm also read, a few other book, but the R not thrillers, Running with scissors haven't read enough to give a reveiw, The Millionaire"s this is also a very good book, (drama).

Hey Rhonda, I'm guilty too, I'm always reading at least 3 books at once.LOL

Susan C wrote: "The Deviant,nonfiction about Edward Gein (serial killer. The Killer's Wife. It from the point of view of a wife who didn't know her husband was a serial killer."

Ketchum's book is based on an event that took place in Indiana in the 1960s. Not highly fictionalized either; much of what he wrote did take place.

In Cold Blood by Truman Capote was like that. It was largely based on fact. Whowould have ever thought that little guy could write something so sick?

Tom wrote: "Susan C wrote: "The Deviant,nonfiction about Edward Gein (serial killer. The Killer's Wife. It from the point of view of a wife who didn't know her husband was a serial killer."

Ketchum's book..."
It's horrible that actually took place. I had to will myself to read the book, because I knew it was going to be so wrong what was gonna happen with the girl and it was. The fact it was mostly reality will probably give me nightmares.

I'm taking some time to read nonfiction -- E.K. Rand's Founders of the Middle Ages. It is the text of a lecture given at Harvard in the 1920s. I am using it as research for a new horror novel I'm writing based in the mediaevum.

I'm currently reading Traitor by Stephen Coonts. I read "The Saucer" and enjoyed it very much so I figured I would read another by him.

Also on a side note I know it's been a while since this was brought up but I get many of my books from 3 sources. One is new and that is Mysteryguild.com where I started a deal with them where I got 5 hardbacks for 14 bucks.

The next one I do is Borders bargin books. I was able to get the Dark Tower series book VII and VI for only 10 bucks with both being hardbacks. Many times I go in there I get hardbacks for only 5.99.

The other place I go is to a book outlet that has 70% off all books. Many of them are brand new so I get a book that goes for $24 for only 7 bucks.

I bought my wife "The Last Goodbye" and Mr. Murder" for only 15 bucks.

I just ordered Kilborns Afraid and the first 4 books in his "Jack" Daniels novels. I hope I enjoy them.

I'm reading Ritual by William Heffernan and Deviant, about the serial killer Ed Gein. Both books are very good.

Oh I remeber the first time I read Salem's Lot. I was in high school. We had gone camping. I made the mistake of reading it in a canvas tent by lantern light. Oh my when I needed a bathroom trip it was just too scarey. LOL

I found Salem's Lot fun, but not scary. King admits he ripped off Bram Stoker for that one.

I think pretty much all Vampire stories rip off Bram Stoker. I think he was the one that took all the folk legneds and solidified them into what we now consider a vampire.

Didn't John Polidori start it with the Vampyre in the early 19th Century?

Salem's Lot was the second Stephen King novel I read but I don't remember the story, only that I liked it and read more King books.

It gets way better trust me

Has anyone here read Elizabeth Kostova's book The Historian? Very gothic and has a lot of history about the ottoman empire and Vlad the Impaler/Vlad Dracula. It is a work of fiction and a long read but worth the time. Loved it.

Good historical fiction is hard to come by. I'm working on my second novel, which will be horror historical fiction. I didn't realize the enormous amount of reasearch involved, even though it is a period about which I have read extensively. I've had to worry about knowledge of geography, architecture, and even fashion -- as well as knowledge of biographies of important people of the times.

I'll have to check out The Historian as a break to my research.

Yes, I have read it (THE HISTORIAN). As an author, I do not have much time to read for pleasure...so I choose my books very carefully. I loved this book!
It is filled with historical details and to be true to following the locations I had a world atlas handy...the eastern block of Europe is not a geography that is readily in my mind.

What I loved about the book is that the story is true to the taproot of horror and the Dracula folklore...vampires are not glamorized (So tired of that!). If you enjoy tidbits of history interwoven in a tale of authentic horror, not Hollywood horror, not romance horror, then go for it..it is a good and long read!
www.ElizabethEaganCox.net

Just finished Legion by William Peter Blatty, the sequel to The Exorcist. Though I think Braunbeck's Coffin County is the scariest thing I've ever read currently, there's nothing creepier than Blatty's old possession novels, IMO. Am about to start Wolf's Gambit by W.D. Gagliani.

Hi, new to this group. Thanks for all the suggestions. As an avid reader I am always looking for new authors and series. I would HIGHLY recommend the Michael Slade books. They are in my opinion one of the best series out there. Great myteries with some wonderful surprises. The characters and some threads go from book to book and I anxiously await all his new books. Happy Reading.

i,m read anne rice book pandora its good but not that scary

pbs is a website on ty shows not books



Brett wrote: "Powells is the best! I went to Portland one time specifically to go there and get lost among the shelves.

PBS.com is a great site for getting books. It is very structured and since it's first come..."

i am almost done with anne rice pandora and i will be reading anne rice
Servant of the Bones next

I'm reading Poe's Children, which is an anthology of horror/sci-fi short stories from the past decade compiled by Peter Straub. His goal in putting these stories together was to show people that horror is more than blood, gore, monsters, and cheesy covers but rather, it's a legitimate literary genre. I love it so far, and it's definitely worth a read.

I have this at home now; in my 'to read' pile. I'm looking forward to it.

Jess wrote: "I'm reading Poe's Children, which is an anthology of horror/sci-fi short stories from the past decade compiled by Peter Straub. His goal in putting these stories together was to show..."

Tom wrote: "I have this at home now; in my 'to read' pile. I'm looking forward to it.

Jess wrote: "I'm reading Poe's Children, which is an anthology of horror/sci-fi short stories from the pa..."

It's good! I'll be interested to hear what you think of it. Admittedly, I haven't liked all of the stories, if only because they weren't "my cup of tea," but I can definitely understand why they were chosen for the anthology. At the same time, a few of the stories have made their way onto my favorites list!

I'm reading Under the Dome by Stephen King and on audio book, I'm listening to Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck.

I found these books in science fiction but I found them to be very suspenseful. The HAB Theory by Allan W. Eckert and Dark Inheritance by W. Michael Gear and Kathleen O'Neal Gear.

Horns by Joe Hill. Simply awesome....smells of King a bit, but what else to expect from his spawn. Love that family.

Me too!!!

It's not a horror novel, but, currently reading "The Road To Serfdom" by FA Hayek.

deleted user wrote: "I used to buy books on ebay all the time, but now it seems their isn't as many I'm looking for. It seems to definatly have gone downhill."

Dylan wrote: "I buy books on Powels.com and amazon.com. Those two sites are good. :D"

deleted user wrote: "I used to buy books on ebay all the time, but now it seems their isn't as many I'm looking for. It seems to definatly have gone downhill."

Dylan wrote: "I buy books on Powels.com and amazon.com. Those two sites are good. :D"



I get a lot of books on www.bookcloseouts.com and they have a great selection cheap!

Half way through 'Teach Me' by R.A. Nelson. It's not a thriller but still very thrilling.

Just began Joyride by Jack Ketchum

Reese wrote: "Just began Joyride by Jack Ketchum"

I just finished that last week, pretty good, then I read Death Dance by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child ( Pendergast book #6, amazing) and now I'm about to start Dweller by Jeff Strand, page one is off with a bang from what I saw.

That's cool, I kinda thought it was starting slow, but after a few pages, it's picking up a bit.

I am also reading Dweller and finding it pretty good so far.

Gatorman wrote: "I am also reading Dweller and finding it pretty good so far."

80 compelling pages and I'm digging it :(

I am currently reading Carrion Comfort by Dan Simmons.

Tracy wrote: "I am currently reading Carrion Comfort by Dan Simmons."

That's supposed to be very good, enjoy!

I loved Carrion Comfort. Great book!

Thanks Kasia and Gatorman for the feedback!

I just finished The Whisperer, it was really great and I can't wait other books from this author!!

I'm currently reading Black House by Stephen King. Just finished The Girl Next Door by Jack Ketchum though, it was fantastic.

Kailie wrote: "I'm currently reading Black House by Stephen King. Just finished The Girl Next Door by Jack Ketchum though, it was fantastic."

Hi Kailie, I read Hide And Seek by Jack Ketchum and thought it was OK, have you read it? I'm wondering if The Girl Next Door was better? It tempts me but I'm not too sure if I should go for it.

I'm reading Naked Heat by Richard Castle, my sis-in-law lent it to me. Meanwhile, my list of books to read keeps growing..

aprilla wrote: "Kailie wrote: "I'm currently reading Black House by Stephen King. Just finished The Girl Next Door by Jack Ketchum though, it was fantastic."

Hi Kailie, I read Hide And Seek by Jack Ketchum and ..."

I haven't read that one, but I loved The Girl Next Door. It was kind of slow at first, but once you get into it, it really picks up. The details towards the end were extremely vivid, and as sad as it was, fantastic.

Kailie wrote: "aprilla wrote: "I haven't read that one, but I loved The Girl Next Door. It was kind of slow at first, but once you get into it, it really picks up. The details towards the end were extremely vivid, and as sad as it was, fantastic...."

I think that's what I wanted to hear, The Girl Next Door does appeal to me... I'll report back when I've got to it. At the mo I just finished The Last Child, which after a slow start had it's moments but overall only gets a 3* from me, and now I'm about to start The Hypnotist by Lars Kepler...

Anyone else have problems with classifying books?

I just picked up Angels & Demons for a re-read. I know a lot of people think Dan Brown's a crappy author, but I get so caught up in his books. This one makes for a good summer read to kick back with.

Another book I really enjoyed was Can't Get There from Here by Todd Strasser. I think it barely took me 2 days to finish the entire book. Granted it's a very easy read and only a max of 300 pages, it was fantastic. I really suggest anyone looking for a quick random read to give this one a shot.