Mlpmom (Book Reviewer)'s Reviews > The Suffering

Having loved the richly dark and creepy Japanese lore from the first book, it was without a second thought (other than if the lights were on, it was daylight out, and someone else was home with me) that I picked up The Suffering.

I was so ready to be on that scary roller coaster ride with Tark and Ki once again and couldn't wait to strap in, hang on tight, and get the ride of a lifetime, or at the very least, be scared silly by the thought of the creepy possessed dolls and monsters that seemed to lurk around every corner or rather, persons, from the first book.

I was not disappointed.

This time told in Tark's point of view, the story was not only ramped up in every way possible, but so much fun coming from a male (sarcastic) point of view. I didn't realize how much I loved Tark until getting inside his head and seeing things the way he does.

And yes, in case you were wondering, the fear factor is definitely ramped up as well. Chuleco knows how to write and write well. This story was completely captivating and wonderfully done.


The lore, the monsters, the curses, possessions, ghosts, demons, I just loved all of it. The ending was very satisfying as well. I am so happy I took a chance and gave this series a try. It really was entertaining and creepy in all the right ways.


*An ARC Copy of this was provided by the Publisher in exchange for an honest review.*