I bought this book (mobi format).
My rating: ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Plot
(by Goodreads)
Seventeen-year-old horror fan Cain Shannon thought helping a ghost find her killers would be the supernatural adventure of a lifetime. Now, he just hopes to survive long enough to protect his family and friends from her.
A bet between friends goes horribly wrong, resulting in Sarah’s death. When she returns to seek justice against those responsible, Cain agrees to help her. But when he discovers Sarah has been hijacking his body, he realizes she wants retribution instead of justice.
Terrified of what could have happened when he wasn’t in control, Cain commands Sarah to leave his house – but exorcising her isn’t that easy. She retaliates against her murderers in bloody, horrific ways, each death making her stronger, then sets her sights on Cain. With the help of friends, Cain fights to save himself and his loved ones and searches for a way to stop Sarah before she kills again.
| Genre(s): | Kindle eBooks > Teen & Young Adult > Horror Books > Teens > Science Fiction & Fantasy > Horror Kindle eBooks > Teen & Young Adult > Literature & Fiction |
| Series: | n.a. |
| Length: | 203 pages |
| Release date: | 2016-12-07 |
Teaser
My heart was pounding and deep within my gut I knew what I’d just experienced wasn’t a dream. Still looking around the room for Eby, my gaze fell on the attic door. The chair that had been wedged beneath the knob was now turned over on its side, the door wide open, revealing the heavy, threatening darkness behind it.
My Opinion
This book introduces you to 17-year-old Cain Shannon. He and his family had to move to a smaller house, he cares for his younger sister and his cat, is on the soccer team, does not have the heart to break up with his trying girlfriend. Luckily he has his friend Finn to support him in hard times.
With Sarah, Teri Polen has created a remarkable and thrilling horror story for young adults, centred on a boy who suddenly has to face Sarah – a ghost. It is a compelling read, drawing you close to Cain, his family – including Eby the cat, his best friend Finn, Erin, and to Lindsey. Teri Polen expertly combines the horror and young adult genres; I had the feeling of being an invisible and close ally. Cain is complex and likeable, so is Finn; Sarah is complex – obviously less likeable. The other characters are of sufficient depth (according to their relevance). The story comprises realistic characters in a “normal” environment with interesting turns and nicely fitting surprises; it has a great flow. Sarah’s story disturbing; Cain and Finn need to solve the mystery about Sarah’s demise, find out if she is telling the truth.
This is a book for you if you like well written and compelling young adult horror stories with a touch of mystery, if you like getting close to likeable and believable characters.
Highly recommended!
In brief:
| Cover | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Writing | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Plot | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Characters | ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ |
| Mood | Suspenseful |
| Pace | Steady |
| POV | First person – past tense |
| Language |  – 😳 |
| Violence | 😳 – 😡 |
| Sexual content | – 😳 |
About the author:
Teri Polen reads and watches horror, sci-fi, and fantasy. The Walking Dead, Harry Potter, and anything Marvel-related are likely to cause fangirl delirium. She lives in Bowling Green, KY with her husband, sons, and black cat.
Connect with the author:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/tpolen6
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16114393.Teri_Polen
Amazon: Teri Polen
Buy link: books2read.com/u/bP1MVx
Please take a look at my statement on reading in My train of thoughts on …reading. Now I am asking you. 🙂
My questions for you bibliophiles:
What about you? What did you think about Sarah? Or – if you did not yet read Sarah – are you now interested in reading it yourself?
I am looking forward to reading your comments. 🙂
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This sounds like the movie “stir of echoes”. Your story sounds terrific.
Teri’s story is amazing.
And I’ll check the IMDB for ‘Stir of Echoes’…
This is one that I look forward to reading. Thank you, Karen!
My pleasure, Raymond. Enjoy the read.
This was a strong review. I have Sarah on my kindle. Looks like a great read.
Thank you, John. This book is excellent, due to great writing, great characters, and a nicely woven plot.
Thanks for sharing this wonderful review, Karen! 🙂
Thanks for the praise, Natalie. It is a remarkable read! 🙂
I don’t read a lot of YA fiction, but I really liked this book. It’s suspenseful and creepy, the way a ghost story should be!
You took the words right out of my mouth, Mae: This is how a ghost story should be! 🙂
Karen – thanks so much for your wonderful review – I’m glad you enjoyed Sarah!
My pleasure, Teri. I love your characters – some are likeable, some are despicable; I was among them.
And most important: the cat lives! 🙂
The cats will always live in my books.
Great! This is good to know, Teri.
Do you also check for ‘No animal was harmed…’ after a movie? 😉
‘Do you also check for ‘No animal was harmed…’ after a movie?’ I do notice those statements sometimes!
Reblogged this on Books and Such and commented:
After not sleeping well last night, this review sure brightened my dreary Monday morning!
Seems like a perfect and uplifting start of the week, Teri. 🙂
That’s a powerful review. Thanks for this, Karen. I’m way behind on my reading, but I want to read this one.
Thank you very much, Craig. You’re welcome. 🙂
It is a great read. Enjoy reading it when you find the time.
A marvelous and mindful review, Karen. I loved your comment, “I had the feeling of being an invisible and close ally.” Mega hugs.
Thank you very much for the praise, Teagan. 🙂
Hugs.