Official Review: Something (Wisteria 1) by Shelby Lamb

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Re: Official Review: Something (Wisteria 1) by Shelby Lamb

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Thank you for the insightful review. I was originally excited about this book; it seemed like it had a lot of potential as a thriller/horror novel. However, the mention of gratuitous sexual scenes has really put me off of reading this one.
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Wow. This book is totally not for me. But, congrats on the BOTD and the well-written review.
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I haven't read a horror for ages but did read up on this book a couple of times. This is a really good review ALynnPowers, and makes me want to try the book. It's a shame I cannot download it from Amazon in my country (UK)
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Post by Sindhu Srinath »

Sounds creepy and bold. Definitely not my type of book. Congrats on the informative review! I'm sure people who like this genre would enjoy it. Thanks for warning me...
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Great review. Not much for horrors books but will keep this in mind.
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Great, thorough review! The plot sounds very creative, with something evil emanating frm the used book. Glad you enjoyed the book, although it sounds too creepy for me.
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Post by christinac_2585 »

Sounds like an interesting book to read. I have downloaded it so I hope to read it next. Great review. It really describes the book well. Thank you for your review.
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Sounds like it is almost a YA book, but not recommended for young readers. Sounds pretty creepy, a must read for me. Thanks for your nice review!
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Post by Taresh Bansal »

'Something' as the name suggests is definitely going to be something and after reading the reviews. I can guarantee that! Seriously i am looking forward to read that.
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Post by Sarah_Khan »

Great job on the review! The title of this book and the fact that some people compared it to The Ring made me interested. But now that you've mentioned the sexual content... it makes me rethink whether I would like this story, specially since the characters are supposed to be teenagers.
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Thanks for the review. Sounds like I would totally love this book, and the cover drew me right in with its creepiness! Most horrors are poorly written, or tend to be, in my experience, so if this one is written well, more power to the author! Can't wait to read it!
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I don't really think that I'm in the mood for the "gag-worthy" sexual content right now, but this book sounds really successful in the horror genre. I really like the concept of a book bringing evil spirits. I like being scared, but this may be a little too effective for me. :lol2: Thanks for the review!
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This sounds like a well-crafted and original story, but I don't think that it's for me. But as usual, you've given us an excellent review and I enjoyed reading your take on this book!
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This sounds awesome. I actually think I'll read this myself. Thanks for the great review, I'm definitely sold!
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OMG!! Suspense horror books scare and at the same time excite me. I know I am going to avoid reading this but end up reading this one :) Congrats on being the BOTD.. :)
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