Middle of the Night | Riley Sager | Psychological Thriller | Book Review

 

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Name of Book: Middle of the Night

Author: Riley Sager

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Publication Date: July 2, 2024

No. of Pages: 366

Format: Digital

On July 15, 1994, ten-year-old Ethan and his best friend Billy fell asleep together in their quiet New Jersey cul de sac.

In the morning, Ethan woke up alone. The tent was sliced open, and Billy was gone, taken. He was never seen again.

Thirty years later, Ethan has returned to Hemlock Circle, still desperate for answers.

Who took Billy?

Plagued by bad dreams and insomnia, he begins to notice strange things happening on the street under the cover of darkness. Someone is prowling the cul de sac when no one is awake to see them.

Are they still out there?

This isn't a bad neighourhood. These aren't bad people.

What if they are?

Riley Sager is the New York Times bestselling author of seven novels, most recently The House Across the Lake and Survive the Night. His first novel, Final Girls, has been published in more than 30 countries and won the ITW Thriller Award for Best Hardcover Novel. His latest book, The Only One Left, will be published in 2023 by Dutton Books.

A native of Pennsylvania, he now lives in Princeton, New Jersey.

My Opinion

"Middle of the Night" by Riley Sager: A Thrilling Horror Ride with a Chilling Twist

"Middle of the Night" by Riley Sager is a horror novel that grabs your attention from the very first page. The plot is intensely interesting, packed with sharp twists and turns that create a chilling atmosphere. Sager’s storytelling keeps readers on the edge of their seats, delivering the thrill with every page.

Ethan’s character truly steals the limelight, but the supporting characters are equally compelling. Each one has a motive, which becomes a major turning point in the story, adding depth and intrigue.

While the narrative flows smoothly, the climax is where things take an unexpected turn. The ending felt a bit cold and left me wanting more. Despite the hype built throughout the book, the final reveal was somewhat underwhelming, like being pushed down the mountain just when you’re expecting to reach the peak.

Overall, "Middle of the Night" offers an engaging horror experience, but the climax may leave some readers feeling a bit disappointed.

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