House by Frank Peretti & Ted Dekker

I was at my local Library, checking out the new section which isn't new books but the books that the library has just gotten. I didn't know that at the time I picked up House by Frank Peretti and Ted Dekker, which was published in 2006, but I don't think it really matters now that I've already read the book, because It's an amazing book. It's a book that gives me chills just by reading a single sentance, have to try and be niceand that is something to rave about.

The main characters of the book are Stephanie and Jack. They are a married couple who are toying with the idea of getting a divorce. Steph is a rising country singer/songwriter on her way to a show with Jack. He is a writer; somewhat bitter and pessimistic but strong-willed. While on their way, they take a detour and are pointed to a backroad that will get them back on time for their trip. But, there are spikes on the road that op all the tires on their car and leaves them stranded in front of a strange Inn.

They find the Inn empty except for another couple, who aren't exactly a couple. Randy is the owner of a chain of hotels and restaurants and Leslie is a professor of psychology at a University. They are not 'together' but they are close and are staying together. But, soon the owners show up; a creepy bunch they are. Betty is an older woman, Stewert is a crazy guy who hates disrespect and Pete is their adopted son who used to be in the circus. Pete is big and strong and is in love with Leslie.

Dinner gets out of hand when all these people have to try and be nice. But, it gets worse when a serial killer comes to the house for the guests. He has a few rules; rule #2: He will kill anyone who steps foot in that house, and rule #3: Give him one dead body by dawn and he might let the previous rule slide. In a sick, sadistic game, the four realize that they have to either kill one of them and all live, or not kill anyone and all die. It's not long before they start to turn on eachother.

RED'S ALL STAR REVIEW: 3 3/4 out of 5. This book was thrilling and shocking. I love the psychological elements. If you love this book, then see the movie, which is rated R, but very good as well.

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