The Lost and the Lurking

Rating:
Summary: Treacle
Review: I picked up this book because of an interest in its Appalachian setting and the folk and magical beliefs of that part of the country. I was disappointed in that, because the villains here are a standard, boring Satanic cult; little in the book escapes cliche. At the same time, the usual sex and gore found in horror books are missing, which means that it isn't even entertaining on a base level. Wellman's protagonist, John, is never really challenged or in danger. He's too much of a nice guy, too flawless, and consequently boring. Also, the constant unthinking, sentimental Christian references give the book a sickly-sweet, treacly quality. Give this one a miss.