Dark Corner

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Summary: Great Reading
Review: This book is great. I could not put it down. Massey has a way of building suspense and leaves you with end-chapter cliff hangers that just enthrall you to read on.

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Summary: Remind me to never visit Mason's Corner...
Review: Wow...This book appeals to the senses and then some. Brandon's literary style really makes this book come to life. I think I was actually scared for a few chapters. The characters in this book are very real and believable. Many of them are troubled with their own personal demons. Yet, they come together as one to fight real demons that seek to rob the townspeople of their humanity.

This book had me hooked from the first page to the last. I read it in less than a week and enjoyed every minute of it. It surprised me to the very end. Talk about leaving you hanging...

I can't wait until the next book. Brandon...I hope you've started on it already.

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Summary: Thunderland was great, Dark Corner--even better
Review: I've been a Brandon Massey fan since "Thunderland" as I was very pleased with his writing style and interesting storyline. I was very excited about his second release "Dark Corner" and after reading it I wasn't a bit disappointed. The world of vampires has never looked so realistic; this novel was well thought out. Massey is a very good, young writer who's love for and honing of his craft becomes more evident with each novel. Highly recommended.

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Summary: One of the Best
Review: I have been reading Horror Books for many years. Brandon Massey's Dark Corner is one of the best books I have read in a very long time. This story grabs you and does not let go until the very end. Mr. Massey, I want more.

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Summary: Dark Corner. . .Bright Future
Review: Many writers have broached the subject of dysfunctional families. Even more, I'm sure, have taken a stab at Vampires. Few do both-in the same novel, that is. Brandon Massey appears to be immune to the sophomore jinx; DARK CORNER surpasses his debut novel THUNDERLAND in scope, style and ambition but maintains his signature plotting and eye for the horrific that will keep this writer putting nightmares to page for years to come. Horror fans and Vampire lovers would be remiss to pass on a trip to DARK CORNER.

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Summary: Exciting new book from a new author
Review: If you love best selling authors Stephen King and Tananarive Due make room for a new best selling author of Horror and Suspense, Brandon Massey. Set in a small town in Mississippi, an unspeakable horror has come to town - strong, immortal and dressed in black. He will turn this sleepy town upside down challenging beliefs and awakening fears. A must have page turner! You're gonna love this book! Settle down in a comfortable chair, grab "Dark Corner" and be ready to be thrilled!

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Summary: Dark Corner
Review: I highly recommend this book being an avid reader. I am also a lover of vampire books & movies. I fell in love with the book from the beginning pages. I would reccomend anyone who reads this book to also read "Thunderland". Brandon is definately on the road to greatness. I have put him on my list of must read authors.

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Summary: Keep your Night-light on...
Review: Brandon Massey takes his place among the literary greats of macabre with his sophomore novel "Dark Corner." Set in Mason's Corner, Mississippi, this novel captures the serenity of small town life...until all hell breaks loose. Massey cleverly fuses African American folklore with vampires and southern charm. The mysteries of "Dark Corner" will enthrall you until the very last page; but be forewarned, you might want to leave your night-light on.

--Pamela Walker-Williams, PageTurner.net

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Summary: Wonderfully Crafted
Review: After visting the author's website at www.darkcornerbook.com at the suggestion of a friend I had to get this book. I'm a hard core S King fan and I must say I think I've found a new "KING"! The book caught my attention from the first chapter. The characters are well developed and you hate for the story to end because they feel like friends, relatives, people you know. There are funny moments, thought provoking relationships and then there's the terror! This book in a small aspect reminded me of Salem's Lot but Diallo definetly was more terrifying than any parts of that book and the story surpassed it in so many ways. Kyle, Diallo's son grew scarrier as the story progressed. Lisha has her own agenda (hopefully to be covered in another book) and there were so many other characters I just loved like Jahlil and not to mention David and Nia. Nia presents a strong female lead, not a wimpy, do nothing character and the father-son relationships with David, Jahlil and even Kyle leads you on a different journey. I liked the twist in David's last name being Hunter. There's a lot of little twists in the book that you'll find if you look closely. It's a tightly woven, intricate story that leaves you caring about the characters. This wasn't just a horror story. It is a well crafted, entertaining novel that I hope has a sequel. As someone said, it is to well written and intriguing to end here. And I say it MUST have a sequel!

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Summary: The Start of An African-American Vampire Chronicle?
Review: Great novel ... really enjoyed it. I have read most of Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles ... I found this revisitng of the vampire ideology both interesting and refreshing. The choice of making them simply another life form, versus the antithesis of good and negate the religious context was an interesting twist.

Strong lineup of secondary characters added to the texture of the book. This book represents a strong step forward for Massey in the area of character development ... as well as context setting. The history of Mason's Corner was very well laid out and created a visual that was in itself a supporting character

Would have like to see more on the background of the main vampire characters, especially Kyle and Lisha. As the book unfolded they became more secondary and I found myself at time wondering what they were doing and their motivations. Hopefully more of this will unfold in subsequent books.

The resolve of David's father was an interesting twist and will give readers something both to anticipate and to debate ... If there is a sequel, certain unfoldings potentially set the stage for the 'hunter' to become the hunted.

The consistent 'father son' theme revisted from several dimensions was very thought provoking ...

Great work, and best of luck