Helpful Score: 3
I thought that I was done with stories about boarding schools, ghosts, and/or secret societies. But it turns out that all I needed was the expert hands of a talented author. THE NAME OF THE STAR introduces a freakishly delicious creepfest of a new series that had me gasping, shuddering, and turning pages almost faster than I could read them.
At first glance it seems like THE NAME OF THE STAR has the odds stacked against it. Rorys a decent protagonist, though she doesnt quite stand out; the plot doesnt drag, but it does move languidly; and secondary characters can feel a little, well, secondary. But its a testament to Maureen Johnsons skill that she can take all of these average-sounding elements and spin them together into a tight and suspenseful story.
Ill be the first person to admit that Im not much of a horror fan. But THE NAME OF THE STAR is just so creepy in its deliberate slowness that I found myself simultaneously wanting to squeeze my eyes shut and devour the book in one sitting. The person behind the murders is a true villain, very, very scary. I was biting my nails through the last two-thirds of this novel, and couldnt even relax when Rory and her friends discovered the killers identity, thats how dangerous this killer is.
If youre a fan of horror, this is a must-read. If you enjoy Maureen Johnsons novels, this is a must-read. Dont miss out on this creepiest of creepy reads this fall.
At first glance it seems like THE NAME OF THE STAR has the odds stacked against it. Rorys a decent protagonist, though she doesnt quite stand out; the plot doesnt drag, but it does move languidly; and secondary characters can feel a little, well, secondary. But its a testament to Maureen Johnsons skill that she can take all of these average-sounding elements and spin them together into a tight and suspenseful story.
Ill be the first person to admit that Im not much of a horror fan. But THE NAME OF THE STAR is just so creepy in its deliberate slowness that I found myself simultaneously wanting to squeeze my eyes shut and devour the book in one sitting. The person behind the murders is a true villain, very, very scary. I was biting my nails through the last two-thirds of this novel, and couldnt even relax when Rory and her friends discovered the killers identity, thats how dangerous this killer is.
If youre a fan of horror, this is a must-read. If you enjoy Maureen Johnsons novels, this is a must-read. Dont miss out on this creepiest of creepy reads this fall.
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