Name: I Hunt Killers
Author: Barry Lyga
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company
Release Date: April 3, 2012 (US)
Pages: 361, Hardcover
Source: Online Audiobook Library
Rating: 5 Teacups
What if the world's worst serial killer...was your dad?
Jasper "Jazz" Dent is a likable teenager. A charmer, one might say.
But he's also the son of the world's most infamous serial killer, and for Dear Old Dad, Take Your Son to Work Day was year-round. Jazz has witnessed crime scenes the way cops wish they could—from the criminal's point of view.
And now bodies are piling up in Lobo's Nod.
In an effort to clear his name, Jazz joins the police in a hunt for a new serial killer. But Jazz has a secret—could he be more like his father than anyone knows?
[summary taken from Goodreads]
Jen's Review
In anticipation for
Halloween, I decided to pick up I Hunt Killers. I've had my eye on it for
awhile now, but I've always been hesitant to pick it up, because it's WAY out
of my comfort zone! I'm a weenie and I can never handle anything too scary.
Luckily, it had JUST enough creep factor to keep me excited and reading,
instead of pushing me away from it. I Hunt Killers was a fantastic,
bone-chilling murder mystery that I thoroughly enjoyed!
One of the many
things I loved in I Hunt Killers were the characters, especially Jazz. Jazz,
the son of the world-famous serial killer. Jazz was not bad-ass. He was not the
bravest person, but he proved to be a strong character. Even though his
thoughts wavered from time to time, he was able to overcome the bad thoughts
and stay as a good person (not kill anyone). I also freaking loved Jazz's best
friend, Howie. Howie was hilarious and kind of stupid, in a way, but also
adorable. He definitely lightened up the story when it was dark and scary. And
we can't forget Connie, Jazz's girlfriend! Connie was extremely supportive, and
unbelievably brave! Being the girlfriend of a serial killer's son? Talk about
courage. The characters were fantastic and very well done!
The next-best-thing
was the PLOT. Ahh, Barry Lyga, you are incredibly awesome! The plot for I Hunt
Killers was so intense, captivating, and gripping! I couldn't stop reading
until I knew who the new killer in Lobo's Nod was! I loved the suspicion, plot
twists, and the creepy scenes. It's suspenseful for sure, and awesome. I had no
problems with it whatsoever!
Pretty much what I'm
trying to say is: GO READ THIS BOOK. If you're a fan of Pretty Little Liars
(without the romance-y part), creepy and spine-tingling emotions, this is THE
book for you! Even if you don't like that area of YA, I'd still give it a shot!
This one surprise me, to say in the least. Outstanding!
Audiobook Review: SO GOOD. I so so so recommend
the audio! Of course, it's narrated by a male and it's just perfect for the
voice of Jazz! It definitely adds to the story, and it's flawless. 5 teacups
for the audio as well!
5 Teacups for I Hunt Killers!
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I've had this book for ages, Jen, I just need to read it. Your review gives me that extra push. I can't wait to meet Jazz. :)
ReplyDeleteJust thinking about this book again gives me chills! I loved Jazz- and how the author so wonderfully portrayed the son of a serial killer. It was so perfect! Like, it was creepy AND perfect the way that Jazz tended towards being a serial killer. The author also managed to give me some insight on why some serial killers do what they do, even if I don't agree with it at all. And I loved Connie too! I loved how brave she was. And the plot was so OMG ish. Like, I couldn't even put this book down at times because of all the awesome twists and turns!
ReplyDeleteFantastic review Jen! <3 I'm glad you enjoyed this one so much!
YES! :D I am SO glad you enjoyed this one! I loved it and I can't WAIT for the sequel! I love the cover of it already and I'm hoping it's as deep and provocative as this one was. Wonderful review, Jen! :)
ReplyDeleteI won this book on Goodreads and it was great! I'm glad you enjoyed it too =)
ReplyDeleteI've had several books by Barry Lyga on my to-be-read pile but I've never quite gotten around to reading them yet. But I'd like to! This one sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteAnother brilliant review for this book! I won a copy months ago but haven't had the chance to read it yet. I do really like the sound of it, and I'm convinced after your review that I'll enjoy it too. So glad you liked it! :)
ReplyDeleteI've wanted to read this book for a while now but reading your review makes me want to read it now! What a perfect book to read over Halloween :)
ReplyDeleteSam @ love-sami13.blogspot.com.au
I get easily scared too Jen,but with this being more creepy than scary, a fantastic bunch of characters and but with the great reviews on this I think this book is too good too pass up. Great review Jen, I'm so glad you loved this one! :)
ReplyDeleteYAY I'm so glad you liked this! I have this at my library and now I'm like DYING to read it! I love mysteries, but I'm also a weenie too! I'm like "OMG HIDE ME" but I'm glad Jazz was awesome and so was the plot! you sound so excited amazing review as always Jen! <3
ReplyDeleteWow..this sounds SO amazing! I remember reading Mimi's glowing review & decided I MUST pick this up one day! OMG. I LOVE PRETTY LITTLE LIARS! Looks like I'll definitely love this as well :) Fab review Jen!<3
ReplyDeleteI absolutely loved this book. I had the audio and the narrator was awesome. Great review!
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