Penpal
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
243
Novel • Fiction
Suburban America • 1990s
2012
Adult
18+ years
Penpal by Dathan Auerbach follows a man recounting his eerie childhood experiences that began with an elementary school penpal project and unravel into a series of unsettling events. These memories lead him to uncover disturbing truths about his past and the people involved.
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Dathan Auerbach's Penpal received mixed reactions. Reviewers praised its eerie atmosphere and gradual buildup of suspense, making it a captivating read for horror enthusiasts. However, some criticized its fragmented narrative and occasionally confusing structure. The ending garnered divided opinions, with some finding it satisfying and others deeming it lackluster. Overall, Penpal succeeds in delivering chills despite its structural flaws.
A reader who enjoys Penpal by Dathan Auerbach would likely appreciate suspenseful psychological thrillers with an undercurrent of horror. Fans of Stephen King’s It or Gillian Flynn’s Sharp Objects will find similarities in the eerie atmosphere and compelling, unsettling storytelling. Suitable for readers who enjoy unraveling dark, mysterious pasts.
57,327 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
243
Novel • Fiction
Suburban America • 1990s
2012
Adult
18+ years
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