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Amber's family think she's gone to Cornwall on holiday, but really she's left home. She's forging a new life - new housemates, new job and (with a little luck) new boyfriend. She feels bad because her mother and Poppy need her, but she's got to make the break, get out of their clutches... Then Amber falls ill and her family come to look after her. Something in the house responds to Poppy's presence, something malign and threatening. When Poppy moves into the attic, it gets even stronger, until evil seems to permeate everywhere and Amber thinks she might never be able to escape... A chilling and absorbing novel from a brilliant storyteller.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Leaving Poppy is an intense psychological thriller that will stick in your mind long after you finish it. It is definitely one to read with as much of yourself tucked under the duvet as possible!
Meet Amber, a nervous, timid girl who, all her life has been put second best by her mother to keep her 'difficult' and overly sensitive half-sister Poppy happy. Because when Poppy is angry, things can get very, VERY ugly...
On the pretence of a fortnight's holiday in Cornwall before starting university, Amber creates a new life for herself, getting a job and moving into a student house, and slowly gains confidence and acceptance. Only, something about the house isn't quite right, the shadow on the staircase to the attic... and the mad old lady down the street who keeps asking questions. And she has yet to admit to her mother and Poppy that she isn't coming back.
However, Amber soon learns that it won't be so easy to escape Poppy's clutches...or whatever it is in the attic that seems to be drawing strength from her.
This stands out from the usual 'stalk and slash' teenage thrillers as a more sophisticated read, and is all the more terrifying for it. If, like me, you enjoy books that push your imagination with subtle hints of REAL horror,(as well as moments that will make your stomach churn) you won't be disappointed.
Well done, Kate.
Meet Amber, a nervous, timid girl who, all her life has been put second best by her mother to keep her 'difficult' and overly sensitive half-sister Poppy happy. Because when Poppy is angry, things can get very, VERY ugly...
On the pretence of a fortnight's holiday in Cornwall before starting university, Amber creates a new life for herself, getting a job and moving into a student house, and slowly gains confidence and acceptance. Only, something about the house isn't quite right, the shadow on the staircase to the attic... and the mad old lady down the street who keeps asking questions. And she has yet to admit to her mother and Poppy that she isn't coming back.
However, Amber soon learns that it won't be so easy to escape Poppy's clutches...or whatever it is in the attic that seems to be drawing strength from her.
This stands out from the usual 'stalk and slash' teenage thrillers as a more sophisticated read, and is all the more terrifying for it. If, like me, you enjoy books that push your imagination with subtle hints of REAL horror,(as well as moments that will make your stomach churn) you won't be disappointed.
Well done, Kate.
Format:Paperback
I've been a massive fan of Kate Cann for a while and when this book came out I felt compelled to read it although it's not at all what I usually read!
This book is gripping; it is definitely one of those books which you never start reading after dark because
a) you won't be able to sleep
b) you'll be up all night needing to know what happens next!
Very well written, as all Kate Cann's books are, and I would thoroughly recommend this author and this book to anyone as, although `spooky' most of the way through, it's quite an easy introduction into the world of gothic horror if you've never read anything like that before seeing as there's still the hint of romance and fun.
Happy Reading!!
This book is gripping; it is definitely one of those books which you never start reading after dark because
a) you won't be able to sleep
b) you'll be up all night needing to know what happens next!
Very well written, as all Kate Cann's books are, and I would thoroughly recommend this author and this book to anyone as, although `spooky' most of the way through, it's quite an easy introduction into the world of gothic horror if you've never read anything like that before seeing as there's still the hint of romance and fun.
Happy Reading!!
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is one of Kate Cann's best, a gripping drama with a very creepy edge. From the first page I was drawn right into the story, and felt like the characters were living with me in my house, they were so real. The plot is so strong that throughout the whole book I couldn't wait to read on. The main character Amber is clearly suffering emotionally due to her mum and sister's weirdness, and this drives the whole story. In fact their relationship is so twisted that I wanted to give her mum a good slap. This is a brilliant story full of intense emotions and creepiness. It's very gripping, and you will love it.
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A Great Teenage Horror
This is a great book for teenagers. Although, I think it will be enjoyed more by younger teenagers say between 13-16. I'm 18 and found it a very easy read. Read more
Published on 19 Jan 2009 by Jess Hearts Books
leaving poppy
i dnt read horrors n i picked this up cos i lyk books by the author, it was worth it. the book is excellent. its gt turns n stuff. Read more
Published on 21 Nov 2007 by rose mcgowan
Leaving Poppy
Its been a long time since i read a book, this great by Kate Cann.
I couldn't put it down, its such a page turner, this book as it all, the girl that could be so much... Read more
I couldn't put it down, its such a page turner, this book as it all, the girl that could be so much... Read more
Published on 1 July 2006 by Ms. Ry Rodgers
Leaving Poppy - Must read!
I thought that this book was FANTASTIC!! As soon as I started reading it I couldn't stop and ended up reading half of it in only a few hours. Read more
Published on 26 Jun 2006 by Deborah
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