Fear Itself

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Summary: One of the best suspense novels I've read!
Review: Combining supernatural abilities with a murder mystery, medical research, relationships and even a little romance, Barret Schumacher has written a page-turning, can't-put-it-down novel! I have only read a few novels that keep my interest and excitement long after the last page, and this has been added to the list. I think I will add it to the top of my favorite discoveries, right up there with Katherine Neville! I highly recommend the book.

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Summary: Original and intriguing story. Anxiously await a new work!
Review: Couldn't put this one down. It kept my interest on so many dimensions -- I must say, I was sad to reach the last page. If only there were more books like this one!
If you typcially have a hard time staying interested in a book, this is the read for you.

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Summary: Don't walk, run to buy this book!
Review: FEAR ITSELF has a fantastic & intuitive style of writing. With each chapter, there's a little bit more to pull us deeper into the novel. The characters, the locations, & the suspense (which is extraordinary) all come together for a journey that leaves the reader feeling perfectly satisfied. Bravo to Barret Schumacher for writing a debut that already deserves a standing ovation.

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Summary: Quite a surprise, a bit different
Review: Found this book at the library and loved every page of it! I look forward to Mr. Schumacher's next novel (whenever that comes along). I was really surprised that this was his first!

I recommend this for anyone looking for something slightly different.

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Summary: A Real Page Turner
Review: I enjoyed this book immensely, couldn't put it down, actually sat up'til five am to see the outcome.
I would very much like to see more of Mr. Schumacher's creativy and captivating writing in the near future. Good Job!

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Summary: Original and intriguing story. Anxiously await a new work!
Review: I read about this book in the New York Times Book Review and simply had to read it. It did not disappoint!

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Summary: Could NOT put it down!
Review: The author was very good at creating suspense and keeping the reader turning the pages. It was like watching a movie. In fact, it seemed intended as a feature film. Not surprisingly, the author works for the film industry. I felt myself annoyed at the writing. It was clumsy and stilted. In spite of this, I had to know what happened next. So, if you're looking for a good beach book and don't mind less than fine literature, it's a good read.

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Summary: Could NOT put it down!
Review: This 1st novel joins the serial killer genre with the paranormal, yet earns its real success with more basic writing. The author creates characters we really care about and when bad things happen, we take it personally. Well done all around, a few really dreadful moments, and I look foward to more.

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Summary: In the tradition of Dean Koontz
Review: This book was great! I wish there were a way for me to contact Mr. Schumacher to tell him how much I enjoyed it. I could not put it down, and was up until 1am because I could not go to bed until I knew how it turned out. If you like the newer Dean Koontz such as "From the Corner of His Eye", you will like "Fear Itself". I am looking forward to another tale from Mr. Schumacher.