Review: Exotic Horror
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 10 17, 2013
At first glance, Sacrifice Island seems to have those horror tropes: a mysterious island, suspicious natives, foreigners who intrude where they aren't wanted and who may pay the ultimate price.However, Sacrifice Island is much more.The book is lush, full  of exotic, yet dark and grimy aspects.  As you read, the author puts you on edge.  Even more unsettling is Jemma, one of the most unusual characters I've read lately.  I won't tell you her particular affliction - just that it's an unusual curse - or blessing.This is an unrelenting read.  It isn't really that brutal, but an underlying edge of violence is pervasive through the book.  I also enjoyed the glimpse into an unfamiliar culture.A fast read but full of unexpected dark pleasures, culminating in a very satisfying ending.