Are You Afraid of the Dark?

An excellent story, and a very good read, from one of our literary masters.

I have only read a handful of books written by author, Sidney Sheldon. I can't remember the last time I picked up a book and read it all the way through without putting it down. Before I finished page one I was hooked. I was there. I don't know how he does it but I had been transported as though I was in the room with all of the characters. Never have characters been so real to me before. I only wish the book were twice as long! More..more...please and thank you!

In different parts of the world four people died in accidents, or that's what the killer wants it to look like. The victims were all strangers with one thing in common...they all worked for Kinsley International Group, the world's largest think tank. Two of the victim's wives, Diane Stevens and Kelly Harris attend a meeting at Kinsley International and soon after they are attacked by an unknown assailant. Not knowing who to trust or where to turn the two women must work together if they are to find out what happened to their husbands. Traveling the world, Diane and Kelly dodge bullet after bullet while racing to get the answers surrounding their husband's death's until they realize the answers may be buried within the walls of Kinsley International. `Are You Afraid Of The Dark' is excellent! I did not put this down until I finished it. This is pure non-stop entertainment and should be judged as just that. Yes, the plot gets a little silly, but it's highly enjoyable. Yes, the two women manage to stay ahead of the killers at every turn, but they are so likable you can overlook how unrealistic it is. Yes, the two women thwart the attacks on their life throughout the whole story, but it keeps the pages turning. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it's filled with action, murder and several surprises. I can describe this novel only one way...international intrigue filled Gucci and Prada. Sidney Sheldon has been one of my favorite authors for years and his long awaited new novel is the proof as to why; the man writes books that simply can't-be-put-down. `Are You Afraid Of The Dark' is a thrilling read filled with twists and surprises. A must read blockbuster! Nick Gonnella

Four people have died in so-called accidents. However, each one died separately, in a different area of the world. New York, Paris, Denver, and Berlin. There is one thing that links the four deceased together, the fact that each one was employed by Kingsley International Group, the biggest think tank in the world. Kingsley International Group just happens to be involved with various causes in existence, from environmental issues, to major military strategy, and worldwide communications. Soon the murder toll begins trying to increase, when two of the dead men's wives, Kelly Harris and Diana Stevens, have their lives threatened. The two women, suspicious of each other, yet looking for an ally, seek solace in each other, and begin investigating the mystery. Before they know it, they have stumbled upon the horrifying truth about Kingsley International Group, and just how much influence they have over the world. This was my first Sidney Sheldon book ever, and I enjoyed it immensely. The characters of Diana and Kelly are exciting, and determined, yet scared, and worried at the exact same time. The mysteries that ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK? hold are enticing, and exhilirating, featuring shocking new twists and turns upon every page. Fans of mystery novels will find that Sheldon's latest holds a whole new level of deception in ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK?, while fans of thrillers will find intrepid descriptions that will leave them begging for more. Overall this was an absolutely fantastic novel, that will be loved by all. Erika Sorocco Book Review Columnist for The Community Bugle Newspaper