![]() ![]() ![]() But yes, overall, both the cover and the blurb do their job quite well.Ī few months ago, Charlie’s best friend was murdered. The imagery surely promises a thrilling adventure, albeit a sinister and diabolical one. If one can get around this small obstacle, the book is a simple enough read for beginners.īoth the cover and the blurb do a great job of grabbing the attention of the prospective reader. However, the references to the popular culture of 1990s America, particularly the American movies and songs, might prove to be a little cumbersome for beginners. The language of the book is simple enough to be picked up by beginners. ![]() Read on to know more about Riley Sager’s Survive the Night and my experience of reading it. It didn’t come as a surprise when the book kept me hooked for a good eight hours. But gosh! The enthusiasm and excitement I experienced were something. And this time, it is about a serial killer.Įven though the book was released months ago, I could only pick it up last week. Imagine my excitement when I realized that the author is back again with yet another creepy thriller. Sometimes you need to choose one.”Įver since I read Riley Sager’s Home Before Dark last year, I’ve been meaning to pick up other books written by him (Lock Every Door, Final Girls, and The Last Time I Lied). “Sometimes you can’t simultaneously be smart, brave, and careful. ![]()
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