Devil's Cradle/The

With a sophisticated but uncomplicated writing style, Kate Stewarts novel, The Devil's Cradle, is an experience I won't be forgetting any time soon. The theme is fascinating, the characters are realistic, with the atmosphere being both rich and dreadful. The action starts quickly, but takes its time in the telling, building up a wonderful atmosphere that grabs your brain and squeezes it silly. Anyone interested in horror or the occult will most likely dig this offering; give it a chance if you run into it. It's worth it.

This is possibly the most frightening book I ever read and I've read all of Stephen King. It has ROSEMARY'S BABY beaten by a mile. The author should be praised, and also whoever inspired her to make the main character a librarian which is an especially deft touch.