329. The Dead Zone by Stephen King

BOOK REVIEW: The Dead Zone by Stephen King

We have all heard of psychics or people with a certain sixth sense. Some were born with this gift or curse, whichever way you want to look at it. But what happens when life decides to give you a blow and you turn into a psychic with dire consequences? This dark story twisted by the master of horror is sure to make your behind glued to your chair.

Johnny Smith has a curse. When this young man touches someone, he has the power to perceive the evil in men's souls. After a freak accident, he makes people recoil in horror when he senses these emotions.

His ability to see into the future forces him into a terrifying confrontation with a charismatic, power-hungry and infinitely dangerous man.

This book got me thinking about how psychics don't actually live a life of gratitude. You are actually foreseeing things that could really shake you or someone close to you to the core. Thoroughly dark and disturbing, I loved this novel to bits, just like every obe of Stephen King's books.

328. High Voltage Tattoo by Kat Von D

 

BOOK REVIEW: High Voltage Tattoo by Kat Von D

Some of you ladies may be familiar with the Kat Von D make-up line, especially that oh-so-sexy Tattoo Eyeliner which gives you an effortless cat eye wing like no other eyeliner can. But do you know the equally sexy and strong lady behind this brand?

Kat Von D is the star of LA Ink, a TV program that was launched in 2007. A talented tattooist, she set the Guinness World Record for doing the most tattoos in a 24-hour period.

This book is a raw look at her childhood as well as her trials and tribulations in the tattoo world. As with any great tattooist, she gives her insights on what and who inspired her to create her world-famous renditions of body art.

If you are a tattoo aficionado or thinking to get one, this book will get you striding to the nearest tattoo parlor nearby. Filled to the brim with various tattoo designs, from Kat Von d and other famous tattooists around the world.

I found this book to be an eye-opener as tattoos are always looked upon as taboo in conservative Asian cultures. Getting a tattoo also has negative connotations due to unnecessary misconceptions. By reading this book, I fully understand tattooing as a personal form of expression and a form of beauty as well. Awesome read!  

327. Needful Things by Stephen King

BOOK REVIEW: Needful Things by Stephen King

The reason why I don't give up on Stephen King is because of his superb writing skills, although it spans only the horror genre. The way the plot twists seem to kick you in the gut everytime you read, sending you reeling is one to look out for. And Needful Things certainly doesn't dissapoint.

There was a new shop in town, run by a stranger (Leland Gaunt, spoiler alert!). Needful Things, the sign said. The oddest name. A name that caused some gossip and speculation among the good folks of Castle Rock, Maine, while they waited for opening day.

11-year-old Brian Rusk was the first customer and he got just what he wanted, a very rare 1956 Sandy Koufax baseball card signed by the baseball player himself. Cyndi Rose Martin was next. A Lalique vase which seemed to be the perfect match for her living room decor.

There was something for everyone, something you really had to have. And always at a price you could just about afford. The cash price that is because there was another price. There always is when your heart's most secret, true desire is for sale...

The story roughly revolves around how innocent people are roped in to do the work of evil, specifically the order of Yog-Sothoth, the Dark Keeper of Time and Space. It wasn't scary but the novel had an eerie, jumpy feel which was almost realistic. The author is truly the blessing of all horror lovers.