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Book Info:
There’s No Way I’d Die First by Lisa Springer
Genre:Young Adult Horror
Publishing Date:September 5, 2023
Synopsis:
Debut author Lisa Springer delivers a spine-tingling, contemporary horror that follows a scary movie buff as she hosts an elaborate Halloween bash on her family’s estate but soon finds the festivities upended when she and her guests are forced to test their survival skills in a deadly party game.
Noelle Layne knows horror. Every trope, every warning sign, every survival tactic. She even leads a successful movie club dedicated to the genre. Thus, who better to throw the ultimate, most exclusive Halloween party on all of Long Island?
And with the guest list including the coolest kids in her senior class, her popularity is bound to spike. Hopefully, enough to warrant an expansion into podcasting. Plus, the fact that attractive, singer-songwriter Archer Mitchell is coming is honestly the candy corn on top. Nothing is going to kill her party vibes.Except...maybe the low-budget It clown she hires to lead a classic round of tag.
He’s supposed to be terrifying, though in a comforting, nostalgic way. Instead, the guy is giving major creeps. But maybe Noelle’s just that good at hosting?Her confidence is immediately rocked when the night’sentertainment axes one of her guests. And he’s not done yet. If an evil, murderous clown thinks life is a game, then Noelle is ready to play. She’s been waiting a long time to prove that she’s a Final Girl.
Content Warning:Murder, Blood, Clowns
Review:
Title: A Thrilling Page-Turner! ⭐⭐⭐⭐
"There's No Way I'd Die First" is an electrifying rollercoaster ride that kept me hooked from start to finish. As a fan of suspense and mystery novels, I can confidently say that this book did not disappoint.
The story kicks off with a bang, and from the very first chapter, the tension begins to build, pulling you into a web of secrets, lies, and unexpected twists. The author's writing style is engaging and immersive, making it easy to lose yourself in the story. The pacing is well-executed, with just the right amount of suspense and intrigue to keep you turning the pages.
The plot twists in this book are nothing short of mind-bending. Just when you think you have it all figured out, the author throws a curveball that leaves you gasping in surprise. It's a testament to the author's storytelling skills that they can keep readers guessing until the very end.
I was also impressed by the author's ability to create a vivid and atmospheric setting. The world-building is excellent, and you can easily visualize the eerie and suspenseful environments that the characters find themselves in. The attention to detail in describing the surroundings adds to the overall immersive experience.