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Available
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Publication
Harper (HarperCollins)
Pages
343
Description
"Plagued by nightmares from their summer in the Brookline asylum, Dan, Abby, and Jordan return to New Hampshire College for a prosective students weekend, only to find themselves caught in a dark and dangerous mystery"--
Description
In the chilling second book in the New York Times bestselling Asylum series, three teens must return to the asylum that still haunts their dreams to end the nightmare once and for all. With the page-turning suspense and horror that made Asylum such a standout, and featuring found photographs from real vintage carnivals, Sanctum is a mind-bending reading experience that's perfect for fans of the smash hit Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.
Dan, Abby, and Jordan remain traumatized by the summer they shared in the Brookline asylum. Much as they'd love to move on, many questions remain, and someone is determined to keep the terror alive, sending the teens photos of an old-timey carnival, with no note and no name. Forsaking their plan never to go back, the teens return to New Hampshire College under the guise of a weekend for prospective students, and there they realize that the carnival from the photos is not only real, it's here on campus, apparently for the first time in many years.
Sneaking away from sample classes and college parties, Dan and his friends lead a tour of their own—one through the abandoned houses and hidden places of a surrounding town. Camford is hiding a terrible past, and the truth behind Dan's connection to the asylum's evil warden is more terrifying than Dan ever imagined.
Dan, Abby, and Jordan remain traumatized by the summer they shared in the Brookline asylum. Much as they'd love to move on, many questions remain, and someone is determined to keep the terror alive, sending the teens photos of an old-timey carnival, with no note and no name. Forsaking their plan never to go back, the teens return to New Hampshire College under the guise of a weekend for prospective students, and there they realize that the carnival from the photos is not only real, it's here on campus, apparently for the first time in many years.
Sneaking away from sample classes and college parties, Dan and his friends lead a tour of their own—one through the abandoned houses and hidden places of a surrounding town. Camford is hiding a terrible past, and the truth behind Dan's connection to the asylum's evil warden is more terrifying than Dan ever imagined.
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Language
Original language
English
Physical description
343 p.; 8 inches
ISBN
9780062221001
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LibraryThing member Bookswithbite
Wanting another scary read for this Halloween, I thought a take a dive back in the asylum.
Plot: This story still follows Dan and his crazy past or rather his relatives. This time it circus time. With more crazy people telling Daniel things and Daniel following his past, things get crazier and
Circus: This time Daniel is being stalked with old creepy circus photos. There were a few that made the hairs raise on my arm. Seriously creepy. I like how well the plot tied into the circus and the experiment that Daniel was doing in the past. We learn more about why he is doing it and for what purpose.
Ending: The ending ends still creepy and leaving room for more. I would’t mind reading more into what Dan is becoming. It seems that the further I got into the book, the less Dan became Dan and was becoming Daniel. I’m curious to know what is going through his head.
This is a great story for this time of month. A good creepy read and a fun plot to follow, the reader is entertained plenty. Sanctum is awesome.
Plot: This story still follows Dan and his crazy past or rather his relatives. This time it circus time. With more crazy people telling Daniel things and Daniel following his past, things get crazier and
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crazier.Circus: This time Daniel is being stalked with old creepy circus photos. There were a few that made the hairs raise on my arm. Seriously creepy. I like how well the plot tied into the circus and the experiment that Daniel was doing in the past. We learn more about why he is doing it and for what purpose.
Ending: The ending ends still creepy and leaving room for more. I would’t mind reading more into what Dan is becoming. It seems that the further I got into the book, the less Dan became Dan and was becoming Daniel. I’m curious to know what is going through his head.
This is a great story for this time of month. A good creepy read and a fun plot to follow, the reader is entertained plenty. Sanctum is awesome.
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LibraryThing member avanders
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
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...
So, what's it about: Dan continues to have weird
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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...
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LibraryThing member Beammey
I thought this book was a solid sequel to the first. I liked Asylum better, but this was still really good and kept me interested. I liked the characters, I liked the story line, the creepy photos were awesome. I can't wait to read Catacomb now to see where this story goes! I would recommend this
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book. 4.5 out of 5 stars. Show Less
LibraryThing member Jadedog13
Dan, Abby & Jordan are back at NHCP following clues that Felix gave them, coordinates, all near the college. The college is having a special weekend event for anyone interested in attending. The perfect reason for them to be there and to hide their real motives. Meanwhile, is Felix helping them or
This book did not disappoint. It was as thrilling and creepy as the first one. If you liked Asylum, you will enjoy this book as well.
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sending them into a trap?This book did not disappoint. It was as thrilling and creepy as the first one. If you liked Asylum, you will enjoy this book as well.
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LibraryThing member Claudia_Colin
As in the first installment, there were no real surprises in this part of the series either, but the narrator's voice is still good and the book flows well enough
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and that is a good thing, in the end, since it looks like there will at least be a third installment
****SPOILER*******
and that is a good thing, in the end, since it looks like there will at least be a third installment
LibraryThing member nphill85
I wish I could give half-stars because I'm really on the fence between rating this book with 3 or 4 stars. I liked it, but thought it was less successful than "Asylum" was.
LibraryThing member EdenSteffey
I liked it and will read the next one. I thought it was kind of weak in explanations.
LibraryThing member Tiffy_Reads
A great sequel to Asylum this book was a quick easy read that had me reading quickly to figure out what the hell was happening. With its creepy pictures this makes for a nice spooky read.
LibraryThing member cassie.peters1
I liked this one.
LibraryThing member cassie.peters1
I liked this one.
LibraryThing member amyghilton
Not as good as the first one, but still creepy. I know the characters are teenagers, but their silly banter became a little annoying after a while. It had a great ending though.
LibraryThing member lenamaybooks
even better than asylum. still love the pictures - I look forward to them every time
LibraryThing member NykiK
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
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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! Show Less
LibraryThing member avanders
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
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...
So, what's it about: Dan continues to have weird
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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...
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LibraryThing member hazysaffron
A good YA read. I think it should categorized as horror/paranormal rather than fantasy.
Call number
YA B Rou