A review by philibin
FantasticLand by Mike Bockoven

dark fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

(4.0 Stars)

This is the second book I've read by this author. I really like his style, and I really liked this book. It is a psychological thriller. The book description said it was like a cross between Lord of the Flies and Battle Royale, and I can't disagree with that. 

The author weaves a disturbing tale, builds a descriptive world, and has great characters and dialog. It is written like a "shockumentary" and while I'd love to say the story is far-fetched... It is probably eerily accurate. 

The narration is done by one of my very favorite narrators (Luke Daniels), and Angela Dawe, who worked great together.