Teacher's Pet (Point Horror Book 10) Kindle Edition

It's a shame that Tankersley Cusick didn't write more adult horror because she has such an amazing style and I feel like when she tries to sanitize it for her young adult audience, so much of the vitals are lost. I mean, when you compare this book to the magnificence of BLOOD ROOTS, it's almost like apples and oranges.That said, across all her works, this author does many things that I love. Her attention to atmosphere is truly incredible and reminiscent of those old gothic novels from the 60s and 70s that are all towering castles and mist-tossed moors. She also understands my (that's right, me, personally-- obviously this author writes for MEEEEE alone) personal need for villainous love interests, because her books always offer not one, but at least TWO suspicious hot guys. And best of all, she just has some really wonderful passages of writing, whether it's descriptions of nature, wistful meditations on human emotion, or obsessive teen passion.At first I thought this book would get a much higher rating from me. he heroine, Kate, is a high school student on her way to a writing retreat with her teacher. Right away, though, things are weird. She's greeted at the train by an ominous dude who immediately tries to warn her away. Then there's another ominous dude who claims to be the brother of the famous writer who headlined this retreat, and he starts talking about how important fear is, how it's such a necessary drive, and just generally skeeving everyone out, but because he's hot it's ok. And then there's the way-too-friendly teen cook who is Kate's accomplice but maybe also an assailant. Who is the bad guy and who is the good guy? I guess you'll just have to find out.What ended up making this a bit of a slog for me was how circular it all felt. I felt like in my favorite YA Cusick book, HELP WANTED, there were some really chilling scenes and some really impressively colorful characters. But that was a different teen horror imprint and maybe Point Horror wants their authors to reel it in, because this felt reeled in. The ending was ridiculous, in the way that some of those 70s and 80s teen slasher movies could be ridiculous (I'm thinking of one in particular), and I found myself rolling my eyes a little at the drama of it all. Also, there's a girl in here named Tawney who's also working in the kitchen and I think she's supposed to be developmentally disabled, but she also ends up being the butt of a lot of jokes. WHOOPS. HI 90S. DIDN'T SEE YOU THERE.So overall, this was kind of eh. I mostly just skimmed it to read her interactions with the suspicious (but hot) guys and to get to the actual passages with creepy horror. You could definitely give this one a miss.2.5 out of 5 stars

This book is a great example of why Richie Cusick is my favorite author.The protagonist was very likeable--beautiful, yet modest and very down-to-earth. The setting of Teacher's Pet wasn't as unique as that of Someone at the Door or The Drifter, but as usual Richie described it with enough detail to make it realistic and creepy, while still giving the reader the opportunity to fill in the space with his/her imagination. I could see the characters there, just like actors in a movie. This is one of the few books in which I'd say every one of her characters was well-developed, from the teacher (who was barely in it) to the main love interest. I grew really attached to them all. Sometimes Richie's endings involve a character doing something in total opposition to his/her development, or she has issues resolving the love triangles she creates. I didn't feel either of these things happened in Teacher's Pet. There are three reasons I read her work, and this book excelled in them all: suspense, tight writing, and romance. Nobody has a talent for these like Richie. Someone at the Door is still my favorite book of hers, and judging by Amazon's ratings that will never change. But this book has replaced The Drifter for second place and given me another story to look back on and re-read with pleasure. Thanks, Richie. I plan to read it again in a few days, able to enjoy it in a different way now that I know how it ends.

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Thin plot line that is extremely slow moving and hard to believe. Can I get a refund? Don't buy this.

GREAT BOOK, VERY INSPIRING!

"Teacher's Pet" by Richie Tankersley Cusik reminded me a lot of the books I used to read as a younger person, including the Fear Street series and the Christopher Pike novels.As one would expect, there is not room for a lot of character development in such a short book, but I felt I got enough info to go on in this novel to make me feel appropriately close to the characters and understand their situations.This book was never boring. There was quite a lot of interesting happenings and one scene moved to the next without too much effort. I did find a few of the events a bit predictable, but overall the feeling of tension and terror was ever present in this story and (even as an adult) gave me chills.I liked the way the author chose to end this story, it was unexpected and made a lot of sense when I stopped to consider what had happened earlier in the book. There was a bit of romance (appropriate for younger audiences,) and strong friendships created along the way.This was a fun and easy read. I also thought it was kind of cute that I finished this on April 1st which, incidentally is the author's birthday.If you are looking for some light and fun reading, this story would be a good choice.This review is based on a complimentary copy from Netgalley and the publisher, Open Road Media.

A quick read, but maybe not long enough to be satisfying. I liked the voice Cusick created, but but it wasn't for me.

The ending pulled this book up a star, throughout most of the book I felt confused at what was going on, I understand that psychological thrillers can often acchieve this but I personally didn't feel particularly "thrilled" the ending was enjoyable though. The book was getting 2 stars before the last few chapters. If you are into horror give it a go, its not all that long and you may get more out of it than I did

Kate wins a holiday to a writer's event at a secluded location. Obviously she jumps at the chance to meet one of her favourite Authors and learn all she can.But things aren't all they seem. Events take a turn for the worst and just who can she trust. Who is on her side? Who's out to sabotage this event.A interesting little book, I quite enjoyed reading it. But it wasn't really my kind of story.

Cannot WAIT for Santa to give my 11 year old this book in her stocking. I loved this book at her age and I am excited about passing the pulp fun of Point Horror down to the next generation!

Fast delivery and good quality book

the ending was all over the place and confused the hell out of me. the rest of the story was alright but not how i remembered it as a kid. the other point horror books are better.