Will O’ the Wisp by C.S. Boyack #bookreview #TuesdayBookBlog @Virgilante

On January 10, 2017 By Teri PolenIn Book Reviews

There is something evil up Bergamot Holler, and it’s been targeting the Hall family for generations.

Patty Hall is fifteen years old. She loves stargazing, science fiction, and all things related to space exploration. This leaves her perfectly prepared for the wrong problem.

Patty is afraid her mother will send her to a care facility if she tells her what she’s seen. If she doesn’t figure things out soon, she’s going to join her father in the Hall family cemetery plot.

Patty is going to have to come to grips with her own physical handicap, survive the wilderness, and face an ancient evil all alone if she’s going to survive.

Will O’ the Wisp is suitable for young adults. It involves strong elements of suspense, and is set in the mid 1970s.- Goodreads.com

The strange goings on in their town and friendship between these characters brought to mind Stranger Things on Netflix and Stand By Me, the movie based on The Body by Stephen King. And I enjoyed the hell out of it.

Patty is stubborn, spunky, and will find a way to get things done, approval or not – I liked her style. The conversations between her and friends Pete and Laura had me laughing more than once. Being set in the 70’s, I thought the author did a wonderful job at capturing that time period, as well as the insecurities and mindset of teenagers. Just when I thought I knew where the story was going, another layer of the plot was revealed, which just added to the intrigue.

Eerie, suspenseful, and sometimes humorous, this YA urban fantasy with supernatural elements easily has crossover appeal for adults – you don’t want to miss this one.

39 thoughts on “Will O’ the Wisp by C.S. Boyack #bookreview #TuesdayBookBlog @Virgilante”

Mae Clair

Great review. I’ve read this one and couldn’t agree with your comments more!

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January 10, 2017 at 3:56 pm Reply
1. tpolen
  
  Thanks, Mae – just kept thinking about those kids in Stranger Things.
  
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  January 10, 2017 at 4:03 pm Reply
  1. Mae Clair
    
    I’m not sure if I know Stranger Things, but I do remember Stand by Me 🙂
    
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    January 10, 2017 at 5:23 pm Reply
    1. tpolen
      
      If you have Netflix, you need to check it out – set back in the 80s with a great cast of young actors.
      
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      January 10, 2017 at 5:57 pm Reply
      1. Mae Clair
        
        Ahh, that’s the one I keep hearing about! I don’t have Netflix but that show actually has me tempted to sign up for it.
        
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        January 10, 2017 at 6:02 pm Reply
        
        tpolen
        
        I vote for signing up.
        
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        January 11, 2017 at 1:39 am
2. coldhandboyack
  
  Thanks, Mae.
  
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  January 10, 2017 at 5:33 pm Reply
D. Wallace Peach

Excellent review, Teri. Thanks for the recommendation. The way you describe the teen’s friendships is what hooked me. 🙂

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January 10, 2017 at 4:40 pm Reply
1. tpolen
  
  Thanks, Diane – Craig really nailed the dynamics between the teens.
  
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  January 10, 2017 at 4:45 pm Reply
Hemangini

Fabulous review. Just the name is enough… Gotta read. Thanks 😀

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January 10, 2017 at 5:05 pm Reply
1. tpolen
  
  Thanks so much! Think you’ll enjoy it.
  
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  January 10, 2017 at 5:23 pm Reply
2. coldhandboyack
  
  Thank you.
  
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  January 10, 2017 at 5:33 pm Reply
coldhandboyack

Thank you for the wonderful review, and I’m so glad you liked the story. I have to reblog it now.

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January 10, 2017 at 5:34 pm Reply
1. tpolen
  
  You’re welcome, Craig and I understand – duty calls.
  
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  January 10, 2017 at 5:37 pm Reply
coldhandboyack

Reblogged this on Entertaining Stories and commented:
Check out Teri’s wonderful review of Will O’ the Wisp. While you’re there, consider following this great blogger and author.

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January 10, 2017 at 5:35 pm Reply
John W. Howell

Super Review Teri. I also enjoyed this book and I think you nailed it.

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January 10, 2017 at 5:51 pm Reply
1. coldhandboyack
  
  Thanks, John.
  
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  January 10, 2017 at 5:57 pm Reply
  1. John W. Howell
    
    🙂
    
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    January 10, 2017 at 6:34 pm Reply
2. tpolen
  
  Thanks, John!
  
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  January 10, 2017 at 5:59 pm Reply
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    🙂
    
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    January 10, 2017 at 6:34 pm Reply
PHS

Reblogged this on Story Empire and commented:
This is a good review of a book I need to read when I get the chance. Craig does good work and I’ve enjoyed several of his books so I’m not surprised to see this positive review.

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January 10, 2017 at 6:12 pm Reply
1. tpolen
  
  Thanks for the reblog – and I agree!
  
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  1. PHS
    
    You are welcome!
    
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    January 11, 2017 at 2:02 am Reply
2. coldhandboyack
  
  Thanks for sharing this.
  
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  January 11, 2017 at 12:26 pm Reply
  1. PHS
    
    Happy to help!
    
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    January 11, 2017 at 1:33 pm Reply
S.K. Nicholls

Great Review. I just love this author’s creativity and his productiveness is a marvel.

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January 10, 2017 at 8:39 pm Reply
1. tpolen
  
  I agree – couldn’t have said it better, Susan!
  
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  January 11, 2017 at 1:38 am Reply
coldhandboyack

Thanks, Susan.

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January 11, 2017 at 12:16 am Reply
The Owl Lady

Reblogged this on The Owl Lady.

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January 11, 2017 at 11:38 am Reply
1. coldhandboyack
  
  Thanks for sharing this one.
  
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  January 11, 2017 at 2:05 pm Reply
Georgina Cromarty

Reblogged this on The Little Blue Balloon.

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January 11, 2017 at 1:57 pm Reply
1. tpolen
  
  Thanks for sharing, Georgina!
  
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  January 11, 2017 at 3:17 pm Reply
  1. Georgina Cromarty
    
    Welcome 🙂
    
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    January 11, 2017 at 3:18 pm Reply
2. coldhandboyack
  
  Thanks for sharing, very helpful.
  
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  January 11, 2017 at 4:38 pm Reply
  1. Georgina Cromarty
    
    Welcome 🙂
    
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    January 11, 2017 at 10:25 pm Reply
Staci Troilo

Teri, great spotlight on Craig and his book. I’m adding it to my reading list, and I just followed your blog. 🙂

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January 11, 2017 at 3:33 pm Reply
1. tpolen
  
  Thanks, Staci – highly recommend Craig’s book. Followed you back – and congrats on your book!
  
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  January 11, 2017 at 3:41 pm Reply
2. coldhandboyack
  
  Aww, you guys will love each other. Enjoy Wisp.
  
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  January 11, 2017 at 4:39 pm Reply
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January 11, 2017 at 7:36 pm Reply

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