Heads Will Roll

WITCH ISLAND by David Bernstein has the setting and characters one would usually find in an 80s horror-thriller. While not even close to the outstanding level of writing Bernstein is capable of, this novel is still quite entertaining. Anyone looking for a deep meaning or complex relationships need to look elsewhere, but horror fans looking to pass a few hours on a plane, train or bus will not be disappointed.

The concept of the witch cursing her murderers and damning their descendents is somewhat similar to The Grudge. The way in which she exacts her revenge is more like the action in Freddy vs. Jason, where everyone is screwed.

I wasn't crazy about the ending. After all the pain and suffering on all sides, I would have preferred some resolution for the witch. In any case, I read this book in one sitting, and, as I stated earlier, this is a great way to pass some time.

As always,
AstraDaemon