Tag: Cynthia Murphy

Welcome To Camp Killer is a great novel. The plot is simple: an American-style summer camp, Camp Miller, run by teenagers, is set up in the grounds of an English mansion. Rumours spread that a tragedy took place on the grounds, along with unexplained ghost sightings. Then, the incidents begin; someone almost drowns, a fatal fall during rock climbing, and other occurrences.

This book is excellent, it is full of suspense, and includes little nods at franchises, like Supernatural. At 121 pages long, this is a fast-paced read, which unfortunately leaves the characters slightly underdeveloped, but that is just a minor issue, as the reader’s experience was not damaged by it.

The plot twist at the end was unexpected, but really heightened my experience of the book. You’re waiting for the big reveal, wondering if the current events are connected to the rumours associated with the camp, and then the twist is thrown right in your face.

The writing in Welcome To Camp Killer was captivating and descriptive, it made me feel immersed in the story, not being able to put the book down until I had turned over the last page.

Overall, I really enjoyed reading Welcome to Camp Killer, a horror novel in an English setting which is well worth reading if you’re looking for a short, gripping read. 

Sarah O’Connor, 16