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Asylum (Asylum, Bk 1)
Asylum - Asylum, Bk 1
Author: Madeleine Roux
For sixteen-year-old Dan Crawford, New Hampshire College Prep is more than a summer program -- it's a lifeline. An outcast at his high school, Dan is excited to finally make some friends in his last summer before college. But when he arrives at the program, Dan learns that his dorm for the summer used to be a sanatorium, more commonly known ...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780062220974
ISBN-10: 0062220977
Publication Date: 8/26/2014
Pages: 336
Rating:
  • Currently 3.6/5 Stars.
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3.6 stars, based on 36 ratings
Publisher: HarperCollins
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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reviewed Asylum (Asylum, Bk 1) on + 46 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
This book is simultaneously compelling and annoying as hell. The premise has potential, and I kept reading because I really wanted to know the answer to the mystery. Unfortunately, once it's revealed, it's silly and only halfway explained (presumably leaving the rest of the explanation for the sequel).

But the worst part is the CHARACTERS. They're so erratic, never telling each other the truth, constantly bickering and second-guessing each other. Imagine if Harry, Ron, and Hermione did nothing but lie to each other and argue, and you'll have the three main characters in this book. And everything they do is straight out of a horror movie. "What's the stupidest thing we could possibly do?" "Go downstairs to meet a psychotic serial killer all on our own without telling anybody?" "Good idea! Let's go!!"

I wanted to smack them all so many times.

My advice: skip it.
mspoet569 avatar reviewed Asylum (Asylum, Bk 1) on + 42 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
A quick read is exactly what Asylum was for me. The writing flowed. It's a bit reminiscent of R.L. Stine for us 90's kids. It's creepy, not Stephen King scary. Creepy enough for this (almost) 29 year old to jump at night when I hear my stairs creak!

The main character of the story is Daniel Crawford; a typical teenager dealing with the usual adolescent tribulations of fitting in, making friends, and the occasional break out. The setting: New Hampshire College Summer Prep school hosted at Brookline; a retired mental health facility and historical site. Perfect place for college prep, right? Dan's inner dialogues usually consist of wondering if he'll make friends. Upon arrival, he meets his roomate, Felix, and finds an old photograph in his desk. It's a man with his eyes scribbled out. Felix immediately tells Dan that an office in the closed off section is unlocked, and would be an awesome place to explore. Dun dun dun!

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daredevilgirl013 avatar reviewed Asylum (Asylum, Bk 1) on + 746 more book reviews
Amazing, well written page turner that leaves you guessing. The story line is great and constantly keeps you wondering, adding in new twists and turns with every page. Loved it. The photos also add a nice creepy touch as well.
TakingTime avatar reviewed Asylum (Asylum, Bk 1) on + 1072 more book reviews
Great YA story that keeps you turning pages - quickly! Three high school kids meet at a summer program for gifted children - and end up rooming in a former mental hospital. The deeper the story goes, the deeper the nightmare - all puns intended. This novel is reminiscent of Miss Peregrines...by including real life pictues of old mental hospitls and asylums. I found another new author. Enjoyed this book - worth the read - 4 stars


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