The Waking Dark
The Waking Dark by Robin Wasserman, published by Alfred A. Knopf in 2013, is a gripping horror narrative that unfolds in the small town of Oleander, Kansas. This edition spans 454 pages and is presented in English. The story begins with a tragic event known as the “killing day,” where twelve individuals are murdered, leaving the town in chaos and one survivor without answers. As dark forces awaken within the community, the narrative explores the descent into madness and violence, challenging the residents to confront their own inner demons.
Readers will find a blend of horror and mystery as five survivors grapple with the aftermath of the killings and the sinister presence threatening their town. The book delves into themes of death, grief, and the complexities of social life in a small community. With its suspenseful plot and vivid writing style, The Waking Dark invites readers to experience a chilling exploration of fear and survival in the face of overwhelming darkness.
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“The Waking Dark”is a horror story worthy of Stephen King (“Booklist”) and a book you won t soon forget (Cassandra Clare, author of the Mortal Instruments series) perfect for readers of Gillian Flynn and Rick Yancey.
They called it the killing day. Twelve people murdered, in the space of a few hours, their killers also all dead by their own hand . . . except one. And that one has no answers to offer the shattered town.
Something is waking in the sleepy town of Oleander, Kansas something dark and hungry that lives in the flat earth and the open sky, in the vengeful hearts of its upstanding citizens. As the town begins a descent into blood and madness, five survivors of the killing day are the only ones who can stop Oleander from destroying itself.
They have nothing in common. They have nothing left to lose. And they have no way out. Which means they have no choice but to stand and fight, to face the darkness in their town and in themselves.
Suspense, chills, gasps all that and a gem-like writing style that will make you shiver with beauty and horror. A book you won t soon forget. Cassandra Clare, author of the bestselling Mortal Instruments series and Infernal Devices trilogy
Twisted, pulse-pounding, shocking, and very, very scary. With”The Waking Dark, “Robin Wasserman conjures vintage Stephen King as she peers into the dark heart of a nightmare America, where violence and evil lurk behind the golden glow of small-town life, and new terrors arrive by the hour. A superb horror story that is by turns visceral and lyrical, heartrending and heart-stopping. Libba Bray, bestselling author of the Gemma Doyle trilogy and the Diviners series
This book has the combination of mystery and fright that I love. So many twists and shocks, I nearly jumped out of my chair several times! Trust me this is a true chiller. Not to be missed! R. L. Stine
A thriller dark and beautiful and yes achingly romantic at every unexpected twist and turn. Astounding. Lauren Myracle, New York Timesbestselling author of”The Infinite Moment of Us”and”Bliss”
Wild, nihilistic madness that will get true horror fans raising their pitchforks and torches in frenzied glee. Wasserman writes as if hooked up to IVs of Stephen King and John Carpenter’s spiked blood. Daniel Kraus, author of”Rotters”and”Scowler”
“Great dialogue and intriguing subplots add to the action-packed story . . . the suspense doesn t let up until the final pages.” “School Library Journal, ” Starred Review
“From the Hardcover edition.””
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