51 pages 1 hour read

Natasha Preston

The Cellar

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014

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Super Short Summary

The Cellar by Natasha Preston follows the harrowing experience of a young person who is kidnapped and held captive by a disturbed individual. Struggling to survive, they form complex relationships with others in confinement. The narrative unfolds with suspense and emotional challenges, portraying the will to withstand and overcome dire circumstances.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Natasha Preston's The Cellar captivates readers with its suspenseful and gripping narrative surrounding a young girl's abduction. Positive reviews highlight the intense emotional depth and well-developed characters, while critiques mention its repetitive nature and pacing issues. Overall, it's a compelling psychological thriller best suited for fans of dark, tension-filled stories.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Cellar?

Readers who enjoy suspenseful, psychological thrillers like Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or Room by Emma Donoghue will be captivated by Natasha Preston's The Cellar. This novel appeals to those who appreciate dark, gripping narratives and complex character dynamics in mystery fiction.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Psychological Fiction

Topics

Trauma / Abuse / Violence

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Conflict

Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance

Values/Ideas: Good & Evil