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The Ridge

Michael Koryta
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The Ridge

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Michael Koryta

The Ridge

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

357

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kentucky • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Ridge by Michael Koryta, a small-town detective investigates mysterious deaths linked to a lighthouse in rural Kentucky. The story intertwines supernatural elements with human experiences, as the detective uncovers secrets and confronts eerie phenomena. Themes of grief, exploration, and mysticism are explored through a suspenseful narrative that emphasizes personal journeys and unexpected connections.

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Suspenseful

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.0

5,352 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Ridge by Michael Koryta offers an intriguing blend of mystery and supernatural elements. Reviewers praise the atmospheric setting and engaging plotline, though some find the pacing uneven. The characters are well-developed, enhancing the suspense. While some readers appreciate the existential themes, others feel they could have been explored more deeply.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Ridge?

Readers who enjoy The Ridge by Michael Koryta are likely fans of atmospheric thrillers with supernatural elements, similar to Stephen King's The Shining or Joe Hill's Heart-Shaped Box. They appreciate suspenseful narratives with a blend of mystery and horror set in vividly rendered settings.

4.0

5,352 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

357

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Kentucky • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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