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    Hidden Pictures: A Novel
    Hidden Pictures: A Novel
    Hidden Pictures: A Novel
    Audiobook9 hours

    Hidden Pictures: A Novel

    Written by Jason Rekulak

    Narrated by Suzy Jackson

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    About this audiobook

    “I loved it." —Stephen King

    From Jason Rekulak, Edgar-nominated author of The Impossible Fortress, comes a wildly inventive spin on the classic horror story in Hidden Pictures, a supernatural thriller about a woman working as a nanny for a young boy with strange and disturbing secrets.

    Fresh out of rehab, Mallory Quinn takes a job as a babysitter for Ted and Caroline Maxwell. She is to look after their five-year-old son, Teddy.

    Mallory immediately loves it. She has her own living space, goes out for nightly runs, and has the stability she craves. And she sincerely bonds with Teddy, a sweet, shy boy who is never without his sketchbook and pencil. His drawings are the usual fare: trees, rabbits, balloons. But one day, he draws something different: a man in a forest, dragging a woman’s lifeless body.

    Then, Teddy’s artwork becomes increasingly sinister, and his stick figures quickly evolve into lifelike sketches well beyond the ability of any five-year-old. Mallory begins to wonder if these are glimpses of a long-unsolved murder, perhaps relayed by a supernatural force.

    Knowing just how crazy it all sounds, Mallory nevertheless sets out to decipher the images and save Teddy before it’s too late.

    A Macmillan Audio production from Flatiron Books.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMacmillan Audio
    Release dateMay 10, 2022
    ISBN9781250855794
    Author

    Jason Rekulak

    Jason Rekulak is the author of Hidden Pictures, a national bestseller and winner of the Goodreads Horror Book of the Year, and The Impossible Fortress, a finalist for the Edgar Award. For many years, he was the publisher of Quirk Books, an independent press. He lives in Philadelphia with his family.

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    4.5/5

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    What our readers think

    Readers find this title to be a thrilling and captivating read. The book is praised for its unexpected twists, well-written characters, and addictive storyline. Many readers enjoyed the spooky vibes and psychological elements of the story. The narration is also highly praised. While some reviewers found certain chapters to be slightly dragging, overall, the book is considered a gem with a great ending. The twist at the end is particularly lauded, leaving readers shocked and wanting more. Despite a few criticisms about the protagonist's portrayal and some uncomfortable fat phobia, the majority of readers highly recommend this book and are eagerly awaiting more from the author.

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    • 2/5
      It was a good read but not a best one but I didn't see the twist coming But the way the main character is portrayed kind of in a dumb way and she is annoying ?

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      I enjoyed this book. It wasn't dragged out and I liked the twist at the end.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      This book held my attention but it did get weird toward the end. I didn't care for the supernatural element. But overall I enjoyed it. Narration was great

      1 person found this helpful

    • 5/5
      Some chapters did drag a slight bit but the book was thrilling and the end was unsuspecting. Recommended read.

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    • 4/5
      Book was a bit slow but the ending was really good

      1 person found this helpful

    • 3/5
      If you are looking for a book that for 90% of it gives you that uneasy creep factor, you know the kind that just makes the hair on the back of your neck bristle every now and again, and a great atmosphere then I would recommend this book. It's not a horror book really though, in my opinion, I'd classify it as more mystery suspense. The ending blew the rating for me, but it was still an enjoyable listen. The narrator was great. Put on some tea, cuddle up under your favorite blanket, turn out the lights, listen, and prepare to be a bit creeped out. Perfect book for the end of Summer.

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    • 5/5
      Thoroughly enjoyed the book. Lots of twist and turns with a shocking ending!
    • 5/5
      Great story and twist and turns in the story!!! Can't wait to read another by this author
    • 5/5
      This was a really good book. I did not expect the plot twist at the end.
    • 5/5
      I enjoyed every page of this book! Literally read it in one day. I felt the main character Mallory pain during the book.
    • 5/5
      Never in a million years would I have guessed the ending!!! Captivating!!!
    • 4/5
      I liked this read, it was well paced and engaging. Some characters were a bit weird. Like they don't like the mc at first and in the next interaction when they meet again they are superfriendly, which seemed inconsistent. It is explained for one of them, but there were others where it just seemed they needed to be off-ish to have a variety in interactions. I really enjoyed the ending!
    • 5/5
      Wow. That’s all I have to say. This book went left then right then up then right again.
    • 5/5
      I really enjoyed this book. Just when I thought I knew what was going on, it was made clear I didn’t. Pacing is decent, so I wasn’t ever really bored.
    • 5/5
      Great book kept my interest the whole time it also had a great ending I would have never guessed.
    • 5/5
      Fun thrilling read for October! Loved the story line and how they gave the main lead a second chance turning her life around. Loved the twist at the end!! Did not see that coming!
    • 5/5
      LOVE LOVE LOVE . I just love how the stories intertwined it gave me enough details without being overwhelming or repetitive. I enjoyed this book during every single chapter.
    • 5/5
      This book has it all! Spooky vibes, psychological twists and an amazing ending. Can’t believe I waited this long to read it! I highly recommend this book.
    • 5/5
      This book is amazingly written. I really didn’t expect anything till the end. Loved every minute.
    • 5/5
      Amazing twist and story. Loved the characters and whole plot !
    • 5/5
      A GEM of a book. It has everything. Loved every single moment ?❤️
    • 5/5
      I had a great time with this one! 4,75/5 stars
    • 4/5
      What a twist!! Didn’t see that one coming! A very good book!
    • 4/5
      Well written with several surprise twists! Really held my interest!
    • 5/5
      This was an absolutely great book. I loved every minute of it.
    • 5/5
      Best book I read this year but I feel like the book is great because you can see the pictures. Try and google them
    • 5/5
      Wow! Just wow! The ending I did not see coming at all! The narrator did a fabulous job delivering the story. I highly recommend this book!
    • 5/5
      Amazing! Absolutely wonderful and exciting! Very well written and addictive
    • 5/5
      A really great book! I listened in one sitting! More!
    • 5/5
      Great book! Kept me on edge. I would definitely recommend.