I Was Late To The Party With This Oneā¦.
HIDDEN PICTURES By Jason Rekulak
Mallory Quinn is fresh out of rehab when she takes a job as a babysitter for Ted and Caroline Maxwell. She is to look after their five-year-old son, Teddy.
Mallory immediately loves it. She has her own living space, goes out for nightly runs, and has the stability she craves. And she sincerely bonds with Teddy, a sweet, shy boy who is never without his sketchbook and pencil. His drawings are the usual fare: trees, rabbits, balloons. But one day, he draws something different: a man in a forest, dragging a womanās lifeless body.
Then, Teddyās artwork becomes increasingly sinister, and his stick figures quickly evolve into lifelike sketches well beyond the ability of any five-year-old. Mallory begins to wonder if these are glimpses of a long-unsolved murder, perhaps relayed by a supernatural force.
Knowing just how crazy it all sounds, Mallory nevertheless sets out to decipher the images and save Teddy before itās too late.
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In 'HIDDEN PICTURES,' Jason Rekulak immerses readers in a blend of suspense and supernatural intrigue as Mallory Quinn navigates her new role as a babysitter. With Teddy's unnerving illustrations resembling a murder mystery, the plot thickens as secrets unfold. Readers will find themselves captivated by the juxtaposition of innocence and darkness that Teddy's sketches present. Rekulak crafts a narrative that explores themes of recovery, trust, and the unseen forces that can impact our lives, making this novel a complex psychological journey. As Mallory attempts to protect Teddy, the story delves into how the past can haunt the present ā a prevalent theme in modern literature that resonates deeply with fans of psychological thrillers. The duality of a playful child and a sinister undertone adds layers of complexity to the reading experience. This bookās exploration of mental health, combined with its eerie undertones, may appeal to those who enjoyed works by Stephen King or other acclaimed thriller authors. Overall, 'HIDDEN PICTURES' promises a gripping read that artfully blends a chilling narrative with relatable characters.
One of my faves