The Ritual
The Ritual
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Scandinavian Wilderness • 2010s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Ritual by Adam L.G. Nevill, four lifelong friends venture into the Scandinavian wilderness, embarking on a hiking trip. As tensions rise within the group, they encounter an ancient presence lurking in the forest. Wrestling with both external and internal demons, the hikers struggle for survival against an ominous force.
Dark
Unnerving
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Ritual by Adam L.G. Nevill masterfully blends psychological horror and survival narrative. Critics laud its atmospheric tension and character depth, though some critique its slow pacing in the midsection. The blend of folklore with modern fears offers a chilling experience. Overall, it's praised for its eerie setting and compelling plot.
Who Should Read The Ritual?
A reader who enjoys The Ritual by Adam L.G. Nevill would likely appreciate atmospheric horror with psychological depth, similar to readers of The Blair Witch Project or The Silence of the Lambs. They enjoy stories of survival, mythological elements, and tension-filled narratives that explore human fears and inner struggles.
34,049 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Scandinavian Wilderness • 2010s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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