Friday 56 is hosted at Freda's Voice and Book Beginnings is hosted by Rose City Reader. The idea is to share a sentence or so from the first page and the 56th page of the book you are currently reading!
Book Beginning:
"I placed my thumb and forefinger on the icy flesh, spreading it out above the breastbone as Uncle had showed me."
Friday 56:
"The murderer truly must be a madman if he thought what he was doing was helpful or righteous. And that thought was more terrifying than any other."
I am only just starting this book but that first sentence certainly sets a tone! I am a fairly squeamish person (and something about the word flesh just creeps me out) but I am excited for this book. And I definitely see her point on the 56 - a murderer who thinks they're in the right is much more terrifying to deal with.
I totally agree with you, the beginning really sets up a creepy vibe. Thanks for mentioning the book. It does seem interesting. Enjoy the book! :-)
ReplyDeleteI'm not generally good with creepy things but I've heard such good things about this one so I am hoping i will end up really enjoying it!
DeleteThis does look like a spooky one- not sure if I would like it or not but it looks thrilling!
ReplyDeleteIt has Jack the Ripper in the title so I am not sure why I am surprised at the level of gory/creepy details but I really am!
DeleteI am definitely curious now! That first, rather creepy line...I do want to know more. Thanks for sharing, and here's mine: “ECHOES OF FAMILY”
ReplyDeleteIt's certainly very quick into the action which is exciting!
DeleteSounds like my kind of book! :-)
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend!
I am mostly enjoying it so far!
DeleteI've been seeing this book literally EVERYWHERE lately and am now super intrigued, although a bit scared all the recent hype will mean a huge disappointment if I pick it up. Still--that first sentence is killer, and so attention-grabbing! Thank you so much for sharing--I hope you enjoy the rest of the read!
ReplyDeleteHere's my Friday 56 if you're interested in checking it out, though no pressure or worries if you're not! Happy book-ing to you, and happy Friday! Stay rockin'! <3
I am always worried about that with hyped up books! So far this one is really surprising me but it's too early to tell if I will love it or not!
DeleteThis book is in my TBR pile! I hope you enjoy it.
ReplyDeleteHere is my 56: http://shoshireads.weebly.com/home/friday-569548264
I actually just finished it and I really did enjoy it overall!
DeleteI'm really looking forward to reading this! :)
ReplyDeleteI ended up really enjoying it! Hope you get to read it soon!
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