Sleep Tight

by J.H. Markert
Sleep Tight cover
Good Books rating 3.67
Horror
Technical:
  • ID: 1003
  • Added: 2025-09-24
  • Updated: 2025-09-24
  • ISBN: 9781639108749
  • Publisher: Crooked Lane Books
  • Published: 2024-09-10
  • Reviews: 3

In the rural town of Twisted Tree, Father Silence, a serial killer disguised as a priest, left a trail of horror with nineteen victims and one survivor, a boy now institutionalized. Nearly two decades later, with Father Silence executed, a new killer emerges, the Outcast, claiming responsibility for the detective's murder who originally arrested Father Silence. Tess Claibourne, the detective's daughter, is drawn back to Twisted Tree to confront her past and the survivor's secrets to save her kidnapped daughter./n/nTess's journey is a harrowing exploration of trauma and fear, as she delves into the twisted mind of the survivor to uncover the truth behind the Outcast's motives. The novel's atmospheric prose and classic horror elements make it a gripping read for fans of the genre.

Reviews
What Is Quinn Reading · 2025-04-15
engaging 3.50

The reviewer enjoyed the book but felt some aspects didn't align with their preferences. They found it engaging overall.

The reviewer found 'Sleep Tight' to be an engaging read, though they noted that certain elements didn't quite match their preferred vibe. They appreciated the overall story but felt some parts could have been refined. The book's dark and twisting nature kept them hooked, even if it wasn't a perfect fit for their tastes.

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    Not a dealbreaker by any means, but perhaps not the vibe I would've preferred for everything going on in this story.

    The book's dark and twisting nature kept me hooked.

    Engaging overall, but some aspects could have been refined.

Kat Loves Books Blog · 2024-09-28
captivating 5.00

The reviewer absolutely loved the book, giving it a rare 5-star rating. They found it captivating from start to finish.

The reviewer was thoroughly captivated by 'Sleep Tight,' going so far as to give it a rare 5-star rating. They mentioned that the book held their attention from beginning to end, highlighting its compelling narrative and engaging characters. This level of praise is a testament to the book's ability to immerse and entertain its readers.

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    Overall, I loved the book.

    I don't give that many 5 star reviews, but this one deserved every star!

    It held my attention from start to finish.

But First Kafka · 2024-09-13
ambitious 2.50

The reviewer felt the book tried to do too much, which ultimately detracted from its overall impact.

The reviewer found 'Sleep Tight' to be ambitious but ultimately felt it tried to do too much. This overambition led to a lack of focus, which they felt weakened the overall impact of the story. While they appreciated the effort, they believed the book would have benefited from a more streamlined approach.

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    Ultimately, this book's downfall is that it tried too hard to do too many things.

    The overambition led to a lack of focus.

    The book would have benefited from a more streamlined approach.

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