#ShareAReviewDay Tuesday – TheGlade by Harmony Kent

/ Marcia Meara

So happy to get back into the swing of things with a wonderful–and wonderfully funny–review of Harmony Kent’s apparently very scary book, The Glade. This is the kind of review most of us would love to get, and I know you’ll enjoy reading it. I did! Please pass it along far and wide so the rest of social media can enjoy it, too. Thanks!


The Very Scary Book Cover!

REVIEW:

Colm Herron
5.0 out of  5 stars
This book scared the pants off of me

(i) I didn’t enjoy this book
(ii) I highly recommend it
(iii) I didn’t enjoy it because it scared the pants off of me
(iv) This author, Harmony Kent, the lady who wrote The Glade, has a lovely charming face. I saw it. There’s a kind of kindness about it too … something good and wholesome
(v) And then you start to read The Glade and discover what goes on behind that charming face. You’ll be drawn into a plot that will probably frighten you half to death. Helen and her husband Geoff get away from stress (ha!) by renting an idyllic country cottage and that’s how they discover the glade
(vi) Ah yes, the glade. Don’t go there. It’s terrifying enough to read about it. No need to go there. Better not
(vii) Did I tell you that Geoff gets murdered and Helen gets blamed? No? Well, I’m telling you now. And her friends rally round. As well as her enemies. But which are which? That’s the question: which are which?
(vii) I’ve given away too much. And the little cottage in Donegal that my wife and I were planning on renting for two weeks next summer …. well, I’ll have to think about that.

BLURB:

“Readers who like to curl up during the long winter evenings and feel the delicious chill of fear running up and down their spines need only turn to The Glade to have all their expectations fulfilled.

“The Glade is a horror story in the mould of Stephen King, and rendered the more so by its faint echoes of Pet Cemetery and the even stronger resonance of the pervasive malignancy of It.”—Review by Brian O’Hare

This gripping, edge-of-your-seat mystery/thriller will have you thinking twice about booking that idyllic cottage in the country. Nothing in this woodland paradise within the Forest of Dean is what it seems. 

The Wenstrops have it all: health, wealth, and happiness. Until everything falls apart. Helen gets arrested for murder, and yet is either unable or unwilling to give a defence. During her detention, vital evidence goes missing and tensions run high.

Meanwhile, in the woods, malignant forces gather power. 

This sensational second novel by acclaimed author Harmony Kent will have you alternately laughing, crying, and gripping the edge of your seat as this roller-coaster ride of a plot unfolds. It will keep you guessing through its many twists and turns, and hijack your attention right up until you turn the final page. This book has it all: murder, intrigue, the supernatural, a broken marriage, a love affair, courage against impossible odds, suspense, and high drama. 

“Expertly written, the book keeps you guessing at every turn. What can I say? You really have to read this book … if you’re brave enough!”—Review by Fantasy Queen

The Glade is an IndieB.R.A.G.Medallion honoree, and an Official Selection for the New Apple Book Awards 2015.

Praise for Harmony Kent: 

“Kent gives the reader mystery, intrigue, sex, action and characters risking their lives for a greater good. Kent’s writing is an immersive experience.” T. Dewhirst (Rabid Reviews) 

“With a very contemporary voice, Ms. Kent has found a place in this genre as she easily entertains and captures the reader…” J. Malinoski 

“Kent…is a master of her craft. There is magic in her writing.” J. Brooke 

Buy The Glade HERE


Author Harmony Kent

After spending around thirteen years as an ordained Buddhist monk, living in a Zen Buddhist temple, and six years after a life-changing injury following a surgical error, Harmony Kent returned to the world at the tender age of forty.

Now, she is famous for her laughter, and has made quite the name for herself … she’s also, um, a writer … and fairly well known for that too. She’s even won a few awards. Harmony lives in rural Cornwall with her ever-present sense of humour, adorable husband, and quirky neighbours.

Harmony is passionate about supporting her fellow authors.

Find Harmony on Social Media here:

Website | Story Empire (co-authored) | Amazon Author Page | Goodreads
Twitter: @harmony_kent
LinkedIn: Harmony

 

 

 

37 thoughts on “#ShareAReviewDay Tuesday – TheGlade by Harmony Kent”

  1. That is such a cool review of The Glade!
    I’ve read this book and can vouch it’s a creepy read, perfect at this time of year.

    Congratulations, Harmony, and so glad to see regular features popping up on your blog again, Marcia!

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    • Isn’t it a great review? So funny! Glad you enjoyed it, and Harmony is my only guest today. But I AM bringing things back online as energy and time allow. I’ll be out for a couple of hours this afternoon, but will try to respond to comments when I can. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂 ❤

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  3. Marcia, you’ve done a delightful job with this post today. Thanks just doesn’t seem to cut it. I’m so appreciative and grateful. I agree with your words, this review is so wonderfully funny. Thanks so much for sharing it today. Hugs x

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    • I just loved it, Harmony! It’s the best kind of review–one that’s entertaining in its own right–and it made me smile the whole time I was reading. I’m very happy to share it here on TWS, and as always, you’re welcome to share reviews, promos, new releases, etc, whenever you like. I’ll always do my best to accommodate you, assuming the ceramic tile floor hasn’t decided to jump up and smack me in the back of the head! 😯 😀

      Thanks for being here today! 🙂 ❤

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  11. Great review – the clever beginning came as a shock! This looks like an atmospheric, Halloween read. I’ve earmarked it for when I’ve finished Fallout. Thanks, Marcia, for the post and greetings on your return to the fold! x

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