FantasticLand
FantasticLand
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Florida • 2010s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
FantasticLand by Mike Bockoven follows the aftermath of a natural disaster that leaves employees and patrons of a theme park stranded. As supplies dwindle and societal norms disintegrate, the survivors form rival factions, leading to violent confrontations. Through interviews and reports, the story explores human behavior and survival instincts in extreme conditions.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Bockoven's FantasticLand offers a gripping survival horror narrative, praised for its unsettling premise and psychological depth. Critics commend its interview-style format, enhancing realism and tension. However, some find character development lacking. Overall, it's a stark examination of human nature under duress, but may not appeal to those seeking traditional horror.
Who Should Read FantasticLand?
Readers who relish dark, psychological thrillers and survival narratives will be captivated by FantasticLand by Mike Bockoven. Fans of William Golding's Lord of the Flies or Stephen King's Under the Dome will appreciate the intense human behavior exploration and societal breakdown within this harrowing theme park setting.
35,464 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Florida • 2010s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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