Travis, Zayd, Danielle and Selene are back, and this time they are determined to find a way to head down to the Red Rock Mines in order to get to the bottom of what is going on in Hazzard, and why the witch in the woods is the way she is. Getting into the mines seems relatively easy, but once they are down there, things take a dramatic turn and the group are suddenly faced with more problems than they could have ever anticipated. With danger lurking at every turn, they will need to work together and keep their wits about them if they want to escape unharmed.
It's really no secret that I'm a massive Jennifer Killick fan, and the Dread Wood series remains one of my favourites. When it finished, I sobbed that it was over but then rejoiced when Serial Chillers arrived in book stores. I Loved The Witch In The Woods (you can read my review here) but I have to say that I think The Monster In The Mines was even better!
The scare factor is seriously ramped up a notch in this book as the friends prepare to investigate the mines beneath their town. The drama begins from the very start with them sneaking away from the Hazard vigil to honour those who lost their lives in the sink-hole tragedy in order to locate the map of the mines. And things just don't stop. There are scare-jumps and starts a-plenty, along with unusual creatures... worms with sharp, bitey teeth, creatures that unfurl like Goliath spiders ... this book gives Dread Wood vibes in the very best way.
We get to know the main characters more as their personalities come to the fore (I love Seline's sass!), and we're also left with more questions about what is going on in Hazzard - this is a series I definitely want more of!
Prepare to be scared and captivated in equal measure in this unputdownable book that, once again, reminds us of Jennifer's MG horror writing prowess.
Top tip: unless you are seriously brave, read it with your teddy and a torch for company... or during daylight hours!
Monster In The Mines is out now.
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