WORTH THE HYPE: a bone-chilling YA thriller
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📖 Name of the Book: Tender Beasts
📄 Plot: Sunny Behre is the second youngest of a weather and prestigious Black family but after the death of their matriarch, she is tasked with keeping her youngest brother, Dom safe. Accused of murder, Dom has always been an outsider amongst his family but with Sunny’s help they’ll unearth the truth behind the killings as well as more than a few family secrets. Blood, gore, family trauma and more will keep you on your toes with this intense YA thriller.
📖 Genre: YA thriller
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💭 My Thoughts: right now, I am loving how everything is unfolding. I love mystery that makes me feel like EVERYONE did it because I know the author has sufficiently trapped me in a maze. Liselle Sambury can craft a truly horrifying coming of age tale that makes you feel both shaken and stirred with the truth layered into the fiction.
⭐ Star Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
In 'Tender Beasts,' readers are treated to an intricately woven tale filled with suspense and emotional depth. Liselle Sambury expertly crafts a narrative that explores the complexities of family dynamics within the context of a murder mystery. The themes of sibling representation resonate throughout the story, making Sunny and Dom's relationship relatable and compelling. As the plot unfolds, the tension mounts with each page, revealing dark twists and turns that keep readers guessing. Many who appreciate the genre find comfort in the familiar tropes of young adult thrillers, yet Sambury elevates the genre with her unique perspective on wealth and privilege intertwined with horror elements. With a fast-paced plot and a vivid portrayal of a seemingly perfect family, 'Tender Beasts' promises to be a captivating read for those seeking a chilling yet psychologically rich story. Prepare to be immersed in a world where appearances deceive, and every character holds a secret worth uncovering. Whether you're a long-time fan of YA thrillers or new to the genre, this book is one that truly lives up to the hype.
I’m downloading it now I’ve been looking for more horror/thriller books! I love a good drama or romance but I love scary movies so much I know I would love the books more