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pantehnreads's review
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I disliked the main character for over half the book. Thought she had I'm so much better and special syndrome.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Slavery, Death of parent, Gore, Car accident, Death, and Murder
Moderate: Violence, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, Gaslighting, and Misogyny
theperksofbeingmarissa's review against another edition
4.0
It took a while for me to finish this book, but it was worth it! I enjoyed the twist at the end!
peyton_'s review
fast-paced
4.0
“Bad Moonlight” is part of the Fear Street Super Chiller series. These books are similar to the Fear Street originals, but tend to be longer (around 175 to 250 pages). Although the books are longer, they are still short compared to most young adult literature and remain quick and easy reads.
“Bad Moonlight” follows Danielle and her new band as they perform gigs and begin to get popular. Danielle, having just suffered the recent death of her parents, is suffering from traumatic violent fantasies. Danielle has to learn that her fantasies are related to the bands secret.
I liked how Stine incorporated the group’s identity into the music, especially when Danielle discuss some of the lyrics for a new song with the band. “Bad Moonlight” actually had me guessing for longer than most Fear Street novels. I think this was because of the way Stine focuses on Danielle’s experiences more than the bands comradery. I was glad for this because it made the book more exciting than other Fear Street novels.
corkycorcoran's review against another edition
3.0
Some really sweet 90s outfits on the cover. The songs inside are definitely Disney channel movie worthy. The story is pretty ridiculous as expected.
jselliot's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
Not one of Stine's better books, but passingly entertaining.
peyton_'s review against another edition
4.0
“Bad Moonlight” is part of the Fear Street Super Chiller series. These books are similar to the Fear Street originals, but tend to be longer (around 175 to 250 pages). Although the books are longer, they are still short compared to most young adult literature and remain quick and easy reads.
“Bad Moonlight” follows Danielle and her new band as they perform gigs and begin to get popular. Danielle, having just suffered the recent death of her parents, is suffering from traumatic violent fantasies. Danielle has to learn that her fantasies are related to the bands secret.
I liked how Stine incorporated the group’s identity into the music, especially when Danielle discuss some of the lyrics for a new song with the band. “Bad Moonlight” actually had me guessing for longer than most Fear Street novels. I think this was because of the way Stine focuses on Danielle’s experiences more than the bands comradery. I was glad for this because it made the book more exciting than other Fear Street novels.
“Bad Moonlight” follows Danielle and her new band as they perform gigs and begin to get popular. Danielle, having just suffered the recent death of her parents, is suffering from traumatic violent fantasies. Danielle has to learn that her fantasies are related to the bands secret.
I liked how Stine incorporated the group’s identity into the music, especially when Danielle discuss some of the lyrics for a new song with the band. “Bad Moonlight” actually had me guessing for longer than most Fear Street novels. I think this was because of the way Stine focuses on Danielle’s experiences more than the bands comradery. I was glad for this because it made the book more exciting than other Fear Street novels.
mountainblue's review against another edition
5.0
5 stars full of 90s nostalgia
My Rating of this book has a lot to do with nostalgia because R.L.Stine was my favourite author during my early teens. Just seeing this cover brings back happy memories of reading his Fear Street, Goosebumps and Point Horror series. In fact, I think R.L.Stine sparked off my love of paranormal and urban fantasy genre.
I think it's time to introduce my kids to these books and Nancy Drew. :)
My Rating of this book has a lot to do with nostalgia because R.L.Stine was my favourite author during my early teens. Just seeing this cover brings back happy memories of reading his Fear Street, Goosebumps and Point Horror series. In fact, I think R.L.Stine sparked off my love of paranormal and urban fantasy genre.
I think it's time to introduce my kids to these books and Nancy Drew. :)
manwithanagenda's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
Fear Street # 48
Danielle Verona has been selected to be the other lead singer in a hot new rock band. They don't have a name, but as soon as they find one that Mary Beth likes, they WILL. Danielle and her little brother Cliff have been raised by their Aunt Margaret ever since their parents died three years before. Aunt Margaret supports Danielle's decision to take a gap year after graduating to tour with the band.
The band has gigs lined up all summer, or, maybe, I don't know, only three, with weeks in-between them, but they're gonna be big! Danielle's only issue is that the other lead singer Dee Waters seems really bent out of shape that the band hired another singer for some reason. Every one else seems pretty cool, there's Joey, your typical perve, friendly Caroline and the intense Mary Beth. There's also Kit Kragen, the dedicated roadie. The band members are all around 18-19, their manager, Billy Dark, is only 20 and described as the oldest member of the group. With such seasoned leadership, what could go wrong?
Danielle is still traumatized from the death of her parents, she wasn't present but the accident was awful, and often has violent fantasies. It doesn't help when one of the band members comes to a grizzly end after their first show at the Rocket Club. Is there some kind of connection with Danielle's violent fantasies?
Well, duh. But you're along for the ride anyway. I had high hopes for this because of that sweet cover. The book was unfortunately a bit of a dud, but it gets points for the most calculating and evil villains yet in the series. Evil had a PLAN this time.
Fear Street in Publication Order
Next #49: 'College Weekend', Fear Street #32
Previous #47: 'Switched', Fear Street #31
Danielle Verona has been selected to be the other lead singer in a hot new rock band. They don't have a name, but as soon as they find one that Mary Beth likes, they WILL. Danielle and her little brother Cliff have been raised by their Aunt Margaret ever since their parents died three years before. Aunt Margaret supports Danielle's decision to take a gap year after graduating to tour with the band.
The band has gigs lined up all summer, or, maybe, I don't know, only three, with weeks in-between them, but they're gonna be big! Danielle's only issue is that the other lead singer Dee Waters seems really bent out of shape that the band hired another singer for some reason. Every one else seems pretty cool, there's Joey, your typical perve, friendly Caroline and the intense Mary Beth. There's also Kit Kragen, the dedicated roadie. The band members are all around 18-19, their manager, Billy Dark, is only 20 and described as the oldest member of the group. With such seasoned leadership, what could go wrong?
Danielle is still traumatized from the death of her parents, she wasn't present but the accident was awful, and often has violent fantasies. It doesn't help when one of the band members comes to a grizzly end after their first show at the Rocket Club. Is there some kind of connection with Danielle's violent fantasies?
Well, duh. But you're along for the ride anyway. I had high hopes for this because of that sweet cover. The book was unfortunately a bit of a dud, but it gets points for the most calculating and evil villains yet in the series. Evil had a PLAN this time.
Fear Street in Publication Order
Next #49: 'College Weekend', Fear Street #32
Previous #47: 'Switched', Fear Street #31