Scowler
Scowler
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Realistic FictionIowa • 1980s
2013
Adult
14-18 years
850L
Super Short Summary
Scowler by Daniel Kraus follows a young person named Ry Burke grappling with a traumatic past as he navigates life on a troubled family farm. Set against the backdrop of the 1981 Idaho landscape, the narrative explores themes of survival, fear, and the impact of family dynamics while unseen forces and mysterious figures loom.
Dark
Unnerving
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
1,645 ratings
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Review Roundup
Scowler by Daniel Kraus is praised for its intense atmosphere and chilling narrative, successfully blending horror and psychological elements. Kraus's character development and vivid prose are highlights, though some readers find the story's graphic violence overwhelming. Overall, Scowler offers a gripping but unsettling experience for horror enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Scowler?
Readers who enjoyed The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman or The Wasp Factory by Iain Banks would appreciate Scowler by Daniel Kraus. Fans of psychological horror, coming-of-age tales, and illusory realities will be drawn to its eerie narrative and exploration of familial bonds amidst terror.
1,645 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Novel • Fiction
•
Realistic FictionIowa • 1980s
2013
Adult
14-18 years
850L
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