The Oath
by Frank E. Peretti
Taste attributes: horrorfantasythrillerfresh & originalunsavouryheavyimaginaryintricatelinearglossyrescue/escape/jeopardysolving the riddle/not as it seemshuman spirit/resilience/survival
Boxlist takeExpect an otherworldly, dark horror novel, glossy rather than gritty. Best if you like edge over warmth.
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Pace: balanced · Originality: fresh · Tone: very dark · Weight: heavy · Realism: imaginary world · Story: intricate · Structure: linear · Look: glossy · Scale: balanced · Emotional punch: balancedHow we score
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4.8 / 5
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About This Book
Something evil is at work in Hyde River, an isolated mining town in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Under the cover of darkness, a predator strikes without warning―taking life in the most chilling and savage fashion. The community of Hyde River watches in terror as residents suddenly vanish.
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- Author
- Frank E. Peretti
- Published
- 1995
- Pages
- 560
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- Open Library
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