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Not too much to report here, just more hiding from the sun for this ginger. Seriously, I can’t tan! I only burn. 🙁 You know what that means? More reads!
Today I’m sharing my book review of Dead End Tunnel by Nick Roberts.
I’ve heard a lot about this author, but this is my first time reading something by then. I actually got my physical copy of the book on my birthday back in May thanks to my thoughtful boyfriend.
So is this author worth the hype? Let’s find out!
Blurb
Maverick Hall has spent years trying to forget the chilling events of his thirteenth birthday in the summer of 1999. That fateful night, he and his best friends ventured through a seemingly innocuous tunnel on their bikes — a journey from which not all of them returned.
Now, as an adult, Maverick is haunted by a sinister force that compels him to return to his old neighborhood, a place shadowed by secrets, deceit, and an unsettling sense of death. Drawn back against his better judgment, he must face the dark forces that have lurked in waiting, eager for his return. As Maverick confronts the shadows of his past, he finds himself entangled in a web of mystery that threatens not only his sanity but his very survival.
This harrowing tale of memory, fear, and the power of the unseen delves deep into the heart of a nightmare that refuses to be forgotten, beckoning Maverick to resolve the terrifying mystery that has haunted him for decades.
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The Review
This is my first read by this author, and man am I impressed!
Maverick’s life as a 90s kid has been great. On the cusp of the new millennium he celebrates his 13th birthday with his two best friends. But when one of his besties suggests a late night adventure it sets forth a chilling series of events that will change their lives forever. Years later, Mav returns to the scene of his childhood terrors, determined to put a stop to the evil force that destroyed their lives.
I loved the nostalgia of this book. Hijinks with neighborhood kids and sneaking out on our bikes was a rite of passage back in those days. I also turned 13 around the time of the millennium, so it was super easy to relate to Mav’s point of view and really take in the story.
Mav was a great main character. In the present day, Mav has never been able to fully move on with his life due to the horrors he witnessed. That preserved his childlike nature, and I really enjoyed the interesting juxtaposition. His friends Max and Blake were great. Their dialogue and interactions felt so real and I’m pretty sure the author experienced something similar to my upbringing in the 90s.
The story is mainly told in the past, and the storytelling is great. The writing was very smooth and the plot moved quickly, keeping me on the edge of my seat at every twist and turn. I have no complaints, only that I haven’t read something by this author sooner. Can’t wait to read more. Highly, highly recommend!
That’s A Wrap!
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