A good YA read. I think it should categorized as horror/paranormal rather than fantasy. ( )

It was a great addition to the series. As with the first book, it was a quick and easy read. The pictures were amazing, but it still didn't really have that scare factor. Although it was more so with this one than with Asylum.

The twists and turns in the mystery part of the story was great as well and I really didn't see it coming. Some of the story was in my opinion a bit far fetched and even the things the characters guess seem to be reaching. Still it was fun and entertaining to read. I would love to see some better relationship developement between the characters but even that only needs a bit of tweeking. ( )

Sanctum is a fine sequel to Asylum. Not amazing. Not terrible. Like Asylum, Sanctum is a very quick read; like Asylum, Sanctum has many holes. But, if you read it quickly enough, you almost don't notice the holes and you almost don't mind the lack.

So, what's it about: Dan continues to have weird nightmares and day-mares relating back to the history of Brookline and its warden. His contact with Jordan and Abby has started to fade, and Dan is eager to resolve the issues he's having with both his friendships and his obsession with Brookline. The three decide to return to New Hampshire College, pretending to be prospies, interested in actually going to college there.

So that's weird. Like, return to the place where you almost died? Sure, yeah, believable. And since it's not, the whole premise is weak. BUT, as I say, it's a quick read. We *quickly* run through all kinds of creepy experiences, hallucinations, and dreams. We meet a handful of new, suspicious characters. We are introduced to a whole new society of people. And although it's all rather surface, it's enjoyable to read. I read it in just a few hours, and I will definitely pick up the next one (yep, there's a next one).

I enjoy these. They're not amazing, but they're enjoyable quick reads.

Recommended to someone looking for a creepy escape on a dreary day... ( )

I started this book off in high hopes that it would make up for the first book in the series was lacking. I truly do love horror novels, the mystery factor and books that keep me on the edge. I am giving this book 4 stars simply because I was intrigued enough throughout the entire book to keep reading until the end. However, I do feel that the entire premise of the book did seem very basic compared to what it was apparently building up to. I'm hoping that the remaining books in the series, will really pick up and give what they are promising! ( )

The author did a bit better with this book. Story focus didn't have such abrupt changes, and the pacing is better overall. Unfortunately she still has a major organization in the story, with no explanation of how it came to be, how far reaching it is, or anything like that.

Any characters aside from the main three feel flat, like they don't exist outside the sphere of influence the main 3 have. I'd still rate this book better than the first one though. ( )