The Hunger
The Hunger
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
American West • 1840s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Hunger by Alma Katsu reimagines the harrowing journey of the Donner Party, infusing historical events with supernatural elements. Travelers face unrelenting challenges and mysterious threats, blending historical fiction with horror. The narrative explores themes of survival, human nature, and the unknown dangers lurking beyond the physical hardships of their expedition.
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Hunger by Alma Katsu has received praise for its unique blend of historical fiction and supernatural horror, with a compelling, atmospheric narrative that keeps readers engaged. Positive reviews highlight its rich character development and the eerie reimagining of the Donner Party. Some criticisms include a slow pacing in parts and occasional predictability.
Who Should Read The Hunger?
Readers who enjoy The Hunger by Alma Katsu are likely fans of historical horror blended with supernatural elements. They would appreciate the suspenseful twist on the Donner Party tale. Comparable to readers of The Terror by Dan Simmons, they relish immersive, eerie narratives with rich historical settings.
38,097 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
American West • 1840s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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