This is what happens when you talk-up scary books on social media. A read along is born! Sandy and I were talking about our Summer of King reads and scary books in general and somehow this book came up. I think I was looking up the scariest reads ever and Ray Bradbury’s Something Wicked This Way Comes was on the list. I remember jotting down a few others as well but this one, this one I have NEVER read.
When I read the blurb for the book I immediate saw, small town, a carnival/circus like setting, Halloween Eve and thought…YESSSSSS. Plus, for you busy folks, it’s a short read. (300 pages give or take depending on what version you pick-up).
Details:
-Hosted by Ti (Book Chatter) and Sandy (You’ve Gotta Read This!)
-The read along begins on October 1, 2014 and ends on October 31, 2014 (Halloween, muahahaha!)
-This read along will take place mostly on Twitter using the hashtag #EnterTheRingmaster. Use the hashtag to share your thoughts while reading. Search for that hashtag on Twitter to see what readers are saying.
-The book is short and broken down into three sections but with my Kindle version I don’t have page numbers so for those who want structure, here are some guidelines:
- Finish Section 1 (Chapters 1-24) by Friday, October 10th
- Finish Section 2 (Chapters 25-44) by Friday, October 24th
- Finish Section 3 (Chapters 45-54) by Friday, October 31st
-On each of those dates, I will try to post a little update on the blog for anyone who’d rather chat there.
Sound like fun? I believe the book cover is being redesigned, at least, all of his other books have been redesigned so give yourself some time to either buy a copy or order it from the library so that you will have it for October. Right now, the Kindle version is very reasonable.
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Book Chatter 
Oh my god, I read this book when I was 12 or 13. That was many years ago and its haunted me ever since. I honestly can’t remember what it’s about other than there’s 2 boys, a ringmaster and a circus or carnival. I saw the movie afterwards but it was a disappointment. Please count me in! I have been meaning to reread this for years. In part, I’m scared that reading it as an adult will diminish some of the magic I felt as a child but what the heck, I’m in!
I can’t recall if I commented back or not so I am going to again just in case.
I love carnivals. Especially the dark side of carnivals. Another reason why I cannot wait for American Horror Story this October. It’s a freak show theme this time around and I am so there.
So glad you can join us.
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Must be fate, I just picked this book up yesterday :D. I remember watching the movie when I was just a kid, but never got to the book. Great choice.
Thís sounds like scary good fun! I am thinking about it but scary books scare me…lol!
I haven’t read it before so I can’t give you a scare quotient but carnivals can be creepy on their own. I imagine it will be good.
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I thought you guys were going to avoid circuses, carnivals, and such! Therefore I must decline, lest I be sleep-scarred for life….
So very excited for this! I looked at the scary carnival movies, and only two are streaming Netflix. Boo. May have to defer to my pirating son.
I was thinking that a “dark” carnival, if it ever came to town, would be pretty popular around Halloween. Let’s hit the road, Sandy! You can be the ringmaster and our kids can provide the entertainment. I will be the hired lackey.
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sounds like such fun! I will have to dust off my copy if I can find it!
Yes!! Join us! It’s short.
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I got the book so I’m reading, but won’t be on Twitter much because my parents are visiting the little one.
That’s fine! I don’t think anyone will be tweeting much until we get past part one.
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Total bibliophile fail when I don’t think I ever realized it was the name of a book. I always associate the title with a BTVS episode. Yes, I am ashamed.
I decided to join in! My husband is going to participate and read this one as well. 🙂
Ypu have your fall season nicely carved out for you reading wise — enjoy
I’ve already read this one and it was a lot of fun but my library has the digital audiobook so maybe I’ll listen along with y’all. I’ve been looking for shorter audiobooks to listen to on my “commute”
I’m in — can’t wait. I haven’t read any Bradbury so I’m eager!
I can’t remember if I responded or not but I am so glad you can join us!
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