The Narrows is a horror novel written by Ronald Malfi. Published in 2013, the book follows the story of a small town called Stillwater, where a mysterious and malevolent force begins to haunt its residents.
The narrative revolves around the main character, Sheriff Jim Kent, who finds himself investigating a series of bizarre and gruesome incidents that occur in Stillwater. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he discovers that these events are connected to an ancient evil lurking within the town.
The story begins with the discovery of a dead body in the woods near Stillwater. The victim’s death is surrounded by strange circumstances, leaving Sheriff Kent puzzled. As more bodies start to pile up, it becomes evident that there is a dark force at work.
Sheriff Kent teams up with a group of townspeople who have also noticed the strange occurrences happening around them. Together, they uncover a hidden history of Stillwater and its connection to an entity known as “The Narrows.” This supernatural force feeds on fear and despair, preying on the weaknesses of its victims.
As the tension escalates, Sheriff Kent and his allies must confront their own fears and past traumas to stand against The Narrows. They embark on a dangerous journey to unravel the mystery behind this malevolent force and find a way to stop it before it consumes the entire town.
Throughout the book, Malfi skillfully builds suspense and creates an atmosphere of dread. He explores themes of fear, loss, and redemption while delving into the psychological depths of his characters. The Narrows is not only a tale of supernatural horror but also an exploration of human resilience in the face of darkness.
Malfi’s writing style is descriptive and evocative, immersing readers in the eerie atmosphere of Stillwater. He crafts well-developed characters with complex backstories, making them relatable and engaging. The pacing of the story keeps readers on the edge of their seats, as the tension steadily rises towards a climactic showdown with The Narrows.
In conclusion, The Narrows by Ronald Malfi is a gripping horror novel that combines supernatural elements with psychological depth. It takes readers on a thrilling journey through the dark secrets of a small town and explores themes of fear, resilience, and redemption. Malfi’s masterful storytelling and well-crafted characters make this book a must-read for fans of the horror genre.
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The Narrows
- Narrated by: David Stifel
The town of Stillwater has a very unwelcome resident.
The town of Stillwater is dead – the long and painful death of a town ravaged by floods and haunted by the ghosts of everyone who used to live there. However, this most recent flood has brought something with it – a creature that nests among the good people of Stillwater… and devours them. The children who have not disappeared whisper the same word – “vampire”. But they were wrong. What happened to Stillwater was far more terrible.
I used to say that the mark of a great story is when you’re sad to see it end and this boy is one of them. Hooray for creating a monster that is both unique and describes it in such detail that you can literally smell its breath.
I have listened to 2 books by Ronald Malfi and both are very good. Very scary… reminds me of Stephen King’s book Salem’s Lot, but also different. Completely different type of monster. I find the use of children in horror books always disturbing… but in a good way. It’s the scariest book I’ve heard in a long time. I recommend and I will buy more of his books!!!
Sounds interesting, new to Ronald Malfi’s books but I love them! It’s no shame that the narrator is one of my favorites! I really enjoyed this story. The narrator did a great job and I finished it in record time. I definitely recommend it.
