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The Island Kindle Edition

by Clarissa Johal (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Exploring a remote island can sometimes get you into trouble.
Especially when you stumble upon a cave and awaken two demons.

Rumours and superstition.
That’s what Emma thinks about local gossip concerning her family's “cursed” private island. After the death of her grandmother, Emma journeys to the island to ready it for sale. While out exploring, she unearths a hidden cave that holds answers to the island’s dark past.
There may be more to the rumours than she thought.

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A Bookaholic's Fix: Feeding the Addiction "...simply brilliant...I loved how the suspense built throughout...I never knew what to expect next. If it had been a movie, I would have chewed my nails down to the quick. As it was, I couldn't put my Kindle down."

Us Girls & A Book "It was an AWESOME book! I absolutely loved it! I would give it more than 5 stars if I could. This book gripped me right from the beginning. The suspense kept the pages turning. I couldn't put it down! This is the first I have read by this author, but it definitely will not be the last."
*Top 10 Finisher - Preditors and Editors Readers Poll 2016, Best Cover Art

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Clarissa Johal is the bestselling author of paranormal novels, Whispers in the Wood, Poppy, The Island, Voices, Struck and Between. When she's not listening to the ghosts in her head, she's dancing, taking pictures of gargoyles, or swinging from a trapeze. She shares her life with her family and every stray animal that darkens their doorstep.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01GI3DRPC
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Faeriemoon Press; 2nd edition (June 1, 2016)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 1, 2016
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 594 KB
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 212 pages

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Clarissa Johal is the bestselling author of paranormal novels, The Lighthouse, Whispers in the Wood, Poppy, The Island, Voices, Struck and Between. When she's not listening to the ghosts in her head, she's taking pictures of gargoyles or swinging from a trapeze. She shares her life with her family and every stray animal who darkens their doorstep.

Author Website: www.clarissajohal.com

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Cheap and Lazy

Helluva Scary Read

Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2015

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A bit grittier than her previous books, still not too gory (no swearing or sex either). More mainstream horror than psychological paranormal (like her last book, Voices). It’s the psychological aspect that really hits home. Clarissa Johal gets this. I find I enjoy each book more than the last. They’re all good, all interesting, all different. She knows how to build the tension, characters, and plot until you feel as tortured as her poor heroines. This one, though, gave me nightmares! I was careful where I stopped reading after that and made sure to do a little web surfing before turning out the light. The writing is superb. I don’t do spoilers (or even care to describe stories—I leave that to others), but will tell you Emma is terribly brave (too brave, I kept wanting to yell into the book “don’t!”—I know you know what I mean). Yet it’s totally believable for her character. The romantic element, Nathaniel, adds to the story without taking over (another thing this author does well). Same thing with her friend, Paisley. I may never look at the ocean or small islands the same again. Oh, and I think I need a bell, or two. Yes, this is one of those books.

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Chris J.

Creep Factor Nine

Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2016

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This one is a slow starter, though I give it a lot of points for suspense and general creepiness. The entire first half of the book (or more) is spent in slowly and deliberately working up to the main part of the conflict. I kept picturing the several chapters after Emma arrived on the island as a very creepy horror movie - one where you ultimately question the idiocy of the main character for not catching on to the fact that there is something terribly wrong. I was torn between 3 stars and 4, I would probably give this one 3 1/2 as I loved the suspense and the dark, creepy build-up. Even the reveal of the antagonist was somewhat interesting and enticingly mysterious. However there are several convenient phenomenon which are never really explained and an epilogue which seems a bit conciliatory. Overall, though, worth the read, if you're into suspenseful horror. Which I am.

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NancyC

A Good but Not So Scary Story

Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2016

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This was a good book with an interesting storyline. Very easy to read. A few times I thought to myself, "don't go in there," or "how stupid can you be going back in there." Not really scary but some parts were a bit intense and kept my interest. There is a little something for anyone who likes ancient and evil superstitions or ancient folklore, some supernatural creatures, a little romance and a non-stop action-filled story with twists and turns. Fun read and not scary unless you scare very easily! Go ahead and get this one.

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MasterI-Gray

CREEPY ISLAND by JOHAL

Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2016

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I know Johal by a friend who lend me a book. I was intrigue. I love paranormal, mystery, ghosts, horror, gore, etc. I like the book so much that I check & "The Island" where choose.

As opposed as other reviews that begin with the name & story I will be different.

The story is compelling, create suspense. A main character who doesn't believe.

What's going to happen? The time will change the everyday thinking (me, not clear enough, YES). If I told you name, places, what's happening; do you buy the book?

Books by Indie Authors are the new literature. They don't had a whole group of people doing things for them.

So, we, READERS, are there voices & public relations.

Read this INCREDIBLE BOOK, & REVIEW.

Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2016

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Unlike most well known horror novels out there, The Island is relatively short and simple. To be fair there are times when it's too simple and things happen too easily, but I much prefer that to 400 pages of complicated background and needless details that, for me, bog down the story till I've completely lost interest.

The Island was original and entertaining and often got my pulse pounding for various reasons. I don't need 300 pages of background and thought processes to feel connected to a character. I felt 100% connected to Emma from the first chapter and hated putting the book down because I wanted to know what would happen to her and how she would deal with whatever situation presented itself.

I will admit that the ending was a bit easy. Honestly, another 50-100 pages for...dealing with the island's issues...probably would've been better but at least I had no time to get bored. I don't want to give anything away. ;)

It's a fun read unless you like overly drawn-out stories that make you read till your eyes fall out. Then you'd probably be disappointed with it.

I liked it a lot and am so going to be looking for this author's other books.

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kind of like iCarli meets Buffy directed by Wes Craven

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2016

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For me, this novel could be broken up into sections. The first 40 per cent or so was establishing that there was something amiss on the island and that Derek was a jerk. Okay, Derek was a jerk but our unlikable heroine was not much better, finding fault in everything Derek said or did. Derek was incapable of doing or saying anything that Emma did not find offensive. For over a third of the book, this was the main point. I got it. Derek was a creep. When we finally get started dealing with the evil, the story takes a turn and our struggling, heroic couple spend about a third of the book strolling around the city romancing each other. Then the great, great, great, however many greats there are for over 300 years, ancestor of good old Ancil meets with Emma and Nathanial, and though she has never met them before, she just gives them this 350 year old keepsake mirror because "it's just clutter.". WHAT??? No way. Finally, we get to the final showdown and somehow, though it beats me how, Derek helps out the gal that dumped him like he was last years bathing suit. Of course, Derek is rewarded for his gracious act. Then, the resolution is lame, but not the worst part. How did it end? SPOILER ALERT: and they lived happily ever after. I kid you not! Unfortunately, the author was not finished, jumping 4 generations into the future. What is that between 80 and 100 years or so? This epilogue screamed sequel, but if there is, it would be set way in the future. I gave this one two stars because I finished it. Not a totally bad plot, but could easily been have as long as it was which would have imptoved it greatly.

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Great book

Reviewed in Canada on August 17, 2016

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Awesome book, very good story. I really enjoyed reading it, I thought it was finished when Emma left the island. To keep it going for her to return to the island was great , looking forward to reading more from you. Thank you, Debbie

C. Browne

Well written and intriguing.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 25, 2015

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Having read 'Voices' and 'Struck' by the same author, I seized the opportunity to get a copy of 'The Island' when a free download became available. Likeable protagonist Emma goes to the private island that belonged to her late grandmother, intending to get it ready for sale. However, she soon finds a hidden cave and answers to the island's dark past are revealed.
Using her clean, contemporary style of writing, Clarissa Johal creates a bleak, cold, and lonely setting for the unfolding story and there is a sense of unease from the start.
The difficulties encountered by Emma made me want to climb into the novel and help her. Making readers care about people who don't actually exist is one of the skills an author must possess. In 'The Island' this is facilitated by the dialogue which is very natural - and I think this is one of Clarissa Johal's strengths as a writer.
The nature of the two demons wasn't what I expected and they intrigued me to the extent that I never felt the outcome was predictable and so I had to keep reading.
'The Island' has good story value and I could see it being made into a movie. I wonder if the author has considered turning her book into a screenplay?
Because I enjoyed this well-written novel and could find no fault with it, I am giving it five stars.

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Bartlett

The Island - Quirky read

Reviewed in Australia on May 28, 2016

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A very quirky book. It was okay but a little sketchy in parts. Good enough to read through.

Hannah spencer

chilling and creepy

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 18, 2017

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This is a chilling story set on a deserted and reputedly cursed island. Emma visits the island after her grandmother, who lived there, vanished without trace. Her grandmother had strange quirks and believed someone - or something - was after her. As Emma spends more time on the island she gradually starts to wonder if she was actually right.
She begins to unravel the story behind the curse and realises it is up to her to break it.

This is the first book I have read from this author and I am looking forward to reading more.

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