I Finally Read a Darcy Coates Book! // THE WHISPERING DEAD
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3 жыл бұрынOn today's episode of Library Macabre, I will be reviewing and reacting to my very first Darcy Coates book, The Whispering Dead! This will be released from Poisoned Pen Press (Source Books) on May 4, 2021. I can safely recommend this spooky novel if you like cozy horror, ghost stories, and haunted house books. For me, this is the big summer read of 2021 and the must-read book of the year. I cannot wait to read more from Darcy Coates, who is being called the rising queen of atmospheric horror!
But I'm going to need the help of you Darcy Coates fans out there... which one should I read next? The Haunting of Ashburn House, The Haunting of Rookward House, The House Next Door, or The Carrow Haunt? I can't decide.
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@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching! Don’t forget to give this video a 👍, and go vote on the poll in my community tab. Later, creeps!
@ElizabethSagewood 3 жыл бұрын
I’m really looking forward to this one. I love that it takes place in a cemetery (we all know my undying love of graveyards) and it has Coates cozy writing style. With the weather getting nicer, maybe I’ll do a little cemetery reading when it comes out. Great review as always 🖤❤️🖤
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
It’s *perfect* cemetery reading! I hope you enjoy it. I’m excited to hear what you think!
@The92Waffles 3 жыл бұрын
Imagining it must have been an interesting sight to see some dude sitting in a cemetery with a book just vibing. Good review, your style is great
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I’ll admit, I get a lot of strange looks. 😂🤣
@TalesFromTheHauntedLibrary 3 жыл бұрын
Never apologize for enjoying 'formulaic' stories - I LOVE books and films that do the classic style well. I'll always choose an atmospheric haunted house story that doesn't stray far from the genre conventions over a needlessly convoluted narrative that tries too hard to reinvent the wheel!
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Same here! It’s nice to curl up with something familiar. It’s comfort food. :)
@cindywingetbooks 3 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!!!
@icky_nikky 3 жыл бұрын
I'm always on the hunt for some creepy/cozy mysteries or horrors. I just picked up the Haunting of Ashburn house so I can't wait!
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
That one is winning in the poll so far, so I should be checking it out soon. 👻📚
@marytormey4522 Жыл бұрын
Hi Cameron ,love your channel I love DArcy Coates too and will be reading more of her books this winter and love the whispering dead series and have all of her books in my library ,thanks for sharing ,
@JohnBurke67 3 жыл бұрын
Just ordered this one. Will read after book 4 of the Black Winter series. Thanks for the great review
@NakiasHideaway 3 жыл бұрын
Great review, Cameron! This one sounds more up my alley. I need the mystery part added in, which was missing from Carrow Haunt. And I agree that Darcy Coates does dialogue really well so hopefully I'll enjoy The Whispering Dead more.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
This has alllll the mystery! I’m looking forward to seeing what you think about it. :)
@LyyraBat 3 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy Darcy Coates! While none of her books are favorites of mine and all land in the 3-4 star range, they're a lot of fun and I always want to read more. Some of them I've found have genuinely scary moments (to me, anyways), but they still all retain the cozy vibe.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
This was a five-star read for me! I’m excited to read some more and compare. :)
@deborahminter6231 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the recommendation of The Whispering Dead. I can't wait to give these books a try.📖
@ConstantlyRead 3 жыл бұрын
You went to the cemetery to read to get into the book, best review I ever heard! Thank you for the interesting review.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! 🪦
@august3777 3 жыл бұрын
Nice review. I purchased a few Darcy Coates novels a few months back, and haven't got into them yet, just due to a TBR that never seems to stop growing. But I do look forward to reading her soon.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I relate to the TBR thing 😂🤣
@natalie3678 3 жыл бұрын
Darcy Coates is great! I discovered her a few months ago and I've binged heaps of her books since. I have to agree about her dialogue, I've noticed that with all of her books that I've read so far - the conversations and interactions between characters are all very realistic and flow very well, especially compared to some other books I've read. She's also amazing at building up relationships between characters. My absolute favourite book by her is Hunted (wasn't a huge fan of this when it first started off, but then it was absolutely amazing - it has some fantastic characters too), and I really loved Dead Lake too. For cozy horror feels, I'd definitely recommend checking out The Carrow Haunt.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I’m reading Ashburn House now and I’m loving it! I’ll have to get a copy of Hunted soon.
@marytormey4522 Жыл бұрын
Hi Cameron I love DArcy coates and just got her latest book and will be reading it during the winter months ,love your channel ,
@MarinaAndEmma 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks to a previous video of yours, on this latest trip back to the Dayton area to see my family, I went to Browse Awhile Books in Tipp City. I had never heard of them until you mentioned them on a book haul video. I cannot even guess how much time I spent in their basement alone 😁 They will now be a regular stop every time I am down here. Thank you for turning me on to them! 😊
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Oh that’s great!! I hope you were able to find some gems. I always take home so many books when I leave there. I’ve been shopping there since I was a kid! 😎
@MarinaAndEmma 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre My daughter and I both left with overflowing bags. That is a great bookstore 😊
@mindysbookjourney 3 жыл бұрын
I am glad you enjoyed your first Darcy Coates. I really liked both that I have read.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I just read the Haunting of Ashburn house and really enjoyed that too! 👻
@ReginasHauntedLibrary 3 жыл бұрын
I love the image of you reading in a cemetery, Cameron. I've been meaning to get into Darcy Coates. I love cozy mysteries.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I read and write in cemeteries all the time 😂 Thank you, Regina! I hope you enjoy her books!
@ReginasHauntedLibrary 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre I'd love to see you vlog in a cemetery sometimes. Perhaps you've already done that and I missed it. There is a lovely historical cemetery in Philadelphia called Laurel Hill where my family plot is located. It's like a park with benches and trees and stunning statuary and mausoleums. There are some cool photos of it online. One of the creepiest things I remember about visiting that cemetery as a kid is seeing a child's grave with his toys perserved under glass.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I posted a reading Vlog about a month ago where I go to the cemetery in my town, but I definitely want to incorporate it more often! It’s a nice little cemetery. It also has one of those child grave with toys encased in glass. It’s sad, but a really nice monument.
@the_dancerjen1773 3 жыл бұрын
The Black Winter series is really good too! I'm looking forward to this one as well. And YES her dialogue is what keeps me reading.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I need to read her Black Winter books! I will say, I’m not big on apocalypse stories, but I’ve heard so many good things about that one that I just have to try it out. :)
@chikaka2012 3 жыл бұрын
Agree. That was a cool series. Can't say I liked the female lead but there were enough other likable female characters to make the series acceptable. I don't need to have a female character in every book I read, but when they are there, I prefer them to be strong, relatable, and not overly attached to a male character.
@WorkingManReads 3 жыл бұрын
I have been working my way through parasite by this author and it's kind of Science Fiction horror and I'm enjoying it. Great great review I'm going to be keeping this one on the radar my friend
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I’m curious about that one. It seems like a strange genre for her, but hey it might surprise me!
@ghostinthepages6628 3 жыл бұрын
Now I REALLY want to read some Coates! I love a cozy mystery when I need some lighter fare. I want to start with The Haunting of Ashburn House. Thanks for the review video!
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Ashburn House is a great place to start! I’m almost done reading it and it’s brilliant!
@ghostinthepages6628 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre Fantastic to hear! That just tipped me over to definitely buying it! Thank you
@cindywingetbooks 3 жыл бұрын
I have read (and own) every single Dracy Coates book she has ever written lol so yes, definitely a fan. Although there were a couple of her books that I didn't like as much as her other ones, you really can't go wrong 😉 The House Next Door is one of my personal favorites, so that would be my vote for the next one you read.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I finished The Haunting of Ashburn House this month and really liked it too! Her books are totally my style. :)
@cindywingetbooks 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre me too. She's great!
@Mostly_Horror 3 жыл бұрын
Great review. I have only read 1 Darcy Coates book “The Haunting of Blackwood House” and I would agree with you that her books are probably meant to be an easy cozy read. I was able to finish the book really quickly which is always nice. It’s funny you mentioned that there was an unlikeable character because my biggest complaint about the “Haunting of Blackwood House” is how unlikeable the main character was. Essentially I felt I couldn’t connect with any of the characters in the story but I definitely plan on reading more of her work and this one sounds like it might be a good time.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
The main character in The Whispering Dead was definitely likable... but Zoe... 😖 hahaha
@chikaka2012 3 жыл бұрын
I agree. I love Darcy Coates's stories but some of the lead female characters are a bit annoying. So far, I like Kiera in the Whispering Dead. One book that really surprised me was Hunted, which really deviates from the cozy horror genre and actually has a relatable, likable (although flawed) female lead
@anthonyamburn8594 2 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@reginaw9766 3 жыл бұрын
Darcy Coates books are my favorite! Her short story collections are dope (titled Small Horrors and Quarter to Midnight). Best horror short stories I've ever read.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I really need to check out Small Horrors!
@Books_BrewsandBeyond 3 жыл бұрын
Omg The Whispering Dead sounds awesome!!. N to read it in a cemetery would make a super creepy, brilliant atmosphere. I'm glad you enjoyed it Cam and once I get my copy I'll be diving into it. 📚🖤🤍👍 I've also heard really good things about The Haunting of Ashburn House so I may pick that one up as well tomorrow during my next book haul.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I’m reading Ashburn House now and am LOVING it! It’s so good!
@Books_BrewsandBeyond 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre I'll be picking up my copy next week once I recover from the flu and laryngitis. I'm really glad you are enjoying it.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my, I hope you feel better soon, Jenny!
@Books_BrewsandBeyond 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre Thanks Cam!. My voice is back after 6 days of nothing but a croak so it's a partial win- lol. 😁👍
@DarkBetweenPages 3 жыл бұрын
Loved this review! Thank you for sharing this. I keep hearing people mention how they are disappointed by Darcy’s work and their main thing is “it didn’t scare me at all and a paranormal read should be scary”. Or something along that. But I love a haunting story that has lots of aspects around it over and above being terrifying so Darcy’s work intrigues me!
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t get scared of anything, so that’s never what I’m looking for anyway 😂 I hope you enjoy some of her work!
@DarkBetweenPages 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre exactly! lol. Oh I think I will when I get around to it for sure!
@chikaka2012 3 жыл бұрын
Some of her books are genuinely scary. The Dark Winter series creeped me out, at least the first book. The other books in the series were less creepy but had a lot of tension, making them page turners. Many of her stories have a survivalist element, which adds a fear factor that is not there with a simple haunting. Try Hunted, Dead Lake, and the later books in the Dark Winter series. I also heard that her first book, Ghost Camera, was extremely scary and looking forward to reading it next. I'm impressed with Coates' range.
@musingsofafinalgirl5040 3 жыл бұрын
Great review! This certainly made me curious to read Darcy Coates myself. I have a copy of The Haunting of Ashburn House that I plan to read this month-- will be my first introduction to Darcy Coates as well!
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Let me know what you think of it! So far, everyone is voting for me to read that next so I should be getting to it soon. :)
@musingsofafinalgirl5040 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on it as well!
@musingsofafinalgirl5040 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre Maybe we could buddy read it? :D
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Whoops, I’m just seeing this! I’m so sorry, I’m already almost done with Ashburn House 🤣
@musingsofafinalgirl5040 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre Ooh, I'm looking forward to hearing your review of it!
@ashleybundybooks Жыл бұрын
I'm new to Darcy Coates too. I've only read three so far but enjoyed them all. I'm still thinking about The Haunting of Ashburn House.
@GabrielTheMagolorMain 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh, I need to read her books! I’m bummed they’re not at my library. It’s tough cause I want the author to get paid, they deserve to get paid, I just read so many books I have to utilize the library. I think I’m going to buy one of her books off Amazon, and then hopefully I can find more elsewhere. I’ve got a stack of maybe 20 library books right now, but all I want to do is read one of hers! 😋
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I would request that your library order them! They usually take requests. 📚😎
@chikaka2012 3 жыл бұрын
I love spooky novels so I think I'm in the right place. I came here because I became a Darcy Coates fan on Kindle. She has an incredible range and, in my opinion, some really great stories although some are only mediocre. She seems to do best when she combines creepy with survivalist elements. I just finished The Hunted, which was not at all what I expected from Coates but was actually pretty amazing. The Dark Winter series is good - it gets better as you move through the books (less creepy but more exciting). I get the sense Coates usually follows a formula she thinks her fans want, but occasionally breaks that formula to try something a little different.
@killerkross8942 3 жыл бұрын
Cameron read the book before the release very well 👋👋. And the book looks very Interesting.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I did it!! hahaha
@killerkross8942 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre 😁😁
@horror-sickness 3 жыл бұрын
You are not alone Cameron, I also have not read any Darcy Coats 👀 so I guess I am going to now. There are many paranormal/Supernatural books that are closer to a thriller/mystery than a horror. I have been recommended the Dead Voices series I think is what they are called. Sometimes a nice easy cosy story is all we need. I really enjoyed The House on Cold Hill by Peter james. Definitely recommend it to you if you have not checked it out yet.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I’m onto my second Coates book which is The Haunting of Ashburn House. So far, it’s got those cozy vibes that I need right now, but I still recommend starting with The Whispering Dead. That book was electric for me! Haha I’ll add Cold Hill to my wishlist now! Thank you for the rec 😁😁
@horror-sickness 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre Cozy vibes is what we need sometimes. I love myself a good cozy haunted house story or even one of those small town thrillers with cats in the cover LOL
@Sandman60077 Жыл бұрын
Have you read the Jack Nightingale series by Stephen Leather? I think it's excellent.
@teriaugustine6464 3 жыл бұрын
I've read Craven Manor and The Hunted by Darcy Coates. Craven Manor was really good but does follow her formula, but The Hunted was a little crazy and not what I expected from her.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Hunted is one that has skated under my radar, so I need to look into it! :)
@NamasteBbooktube 3 жыл бұрын
You went to a cemetary to read the book 😂😂 hats off Sir 😛
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome 😂😂 It enhances the atmosphere, yes??
@NamasteBbooktube 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre absolutely. But now you have to stay in a haunted house overnight while reading 'The Haunting of Ashburn House'. And record a vlog of your experiences. 😇 😛
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha Great idea 😂😂
@jonathanjernigan8075 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Cameron, have you ever heard of the Smurl Family haunting, that started in the 1970s and on up into the 80s. Janet and Jack Smurl, and their four daughters, a family that experienced poltergeist activity in there home. They made a movie of it that was released in 1991, called The Haunted.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I haven’t seen it, but I’ve heard of it! I think the full movie is on KZfaq. I’ll have to give it a watch!
@jonathanjernigan8075 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre yes it is on youtube, I watched it there. It's called The Haunted 1991, very creepy.
@ABFrank. 3 жыл бұрын
I wanted to check out your thoughts on this because I thought The Haunting of Ashburn House was a catastrophe, but I enjoy that everyone has different opinions and experiences
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I haven’t read Ashburn House yet so I can’t say anything about it, but I thought this was a very enjoyable, breezy read. 👻📚
@DitaSka 3 жыл бұрын
I`ve heard so much about Darcy Coates from horrortube people but somehow still have not read anything written by her. After hearing your review I`m really interested in this book. Reading in cemetery - that`s some reading style right there :D
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Cemetery reading is just how I do 😎😂 I hope you enjoy her books! 👻📚
@johanna_The_Reader 3 жыл бұрын
I have one book from this Author but I haven’t read it After this review I’m going to try sound like a good author
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I hope you enjoy it! Which book is it?
@johanna_The_Reader 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre the Haunting of Blackwood house my husband buy me this book is been sitting in my shelf but time to read it
@Terminate1101 3 жыл бұрын
If you like super shirt stories, read her collection cllsdc “small horrors” it's really hoof
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I believe all of her short stories from that book are now spread out over a few different books with her novellas.
@Terminate1101 3 жыл бұрын
@@LibraryMacabre she has two collections. One is a quarter to midnight which is longer shirt stories and small horrors which is super shirt ones that make you look behind you, or make you look outside the window to make sure no one is creeping around.
@andreamichelevincenti 3 жыл бұрын
💜🎵💜
@saxawinters4261 3 жыл бұрын
Mate you should have like a show or a podcast on youtube. You could make like a bookclub show or something.
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I do have a show on KZfaq 😂😂 Seriously, thank you though! I don’t have time for a podcast at this point, but I’m really working hard to build this channel up. The hard part is just getting it in front of more people, but I’m trying 😎
@SuperStrangSshadow 3 жыл бұрын
Nice review. Only read Craven Manor by her and didn't like it that much. :/
@LibraryMacabre 3 жыл бұрын
I have that one in my stack too so I’ll give it a go, but this one was the bomb 💣 😆
@dolongowoods4274 Жыл бұрын
I agree. It was not anything what I expected.
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