Showing posts with label The Lake House. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The Lake House. Show all posts

Friday, August 11, 2023

Book List: Cruel Summer


I just finished the second season of Cruel Summer (recap of the first season).

If you also enjoyed the show, here are some YA book recommendations. 
Girl Forgotten by April Henry
Liar's Beach by Katie Cotugo
Lying in the Deep by Diana Urban (on my shelf to read)
The Lake House by Sarah Beth Durst
Live Your Best Lie by Jessie Weaver
The Headmaster's List by Melissa de la Cruz 



 

Monday, May 15, 2023

Review: The Lake House

 

Claire is afraid of everything, but nothing horrific has ever happened to her until this summer. Her parents sent to her to The Lake House, where they had their own summer experience. They are hoping a summer away will break Claire out of her disaster pessimistic style thinking.

But when Claire arrives with two other girls, they find the house burned to the ground. And then they discover the dead body in the woods. Something is happening - something bad. 

It's Claire's time to shine. All her worst fears are coming true. But the best part is that Claire, Reyva, and Mariana stick together. Could their friendship keep them safe together?

My Thoughts: I was a little skeptical at first - because I'm not a horror fan. The cover is a little creepy for me, but Sarah Beth Durst swore it wasn't too scary. And she was right. First, I love her novels. Second, I couldn't stop turning the pages on this book. I needed to know what happens next! I loved the friendship between the three girls - their banter and how they opened up to each other. I loved how they struggled to survive. The action, danger, tension and the suspense kept me turning the pages quickly. And that ending! 

Cover Thoughts: Creepy!
Source: ARC sent for review
Library Recommendation: A Must Have thriller for your library's collection