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Rodenticider

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Rodenticider is the book that announces Roseberry as a stunning new presence in suspense thrillers. Yes, there's a bit of 1950s B-movie hommage in this one, but that doesn't begin to do it justice. Roseberry has researched her rats as painstakingly as Crichton did dinosaurs in Jurassic Park. The result is a reading experience that not only rivets the reader, but gives them a much a sharper perspective of the subject at hand. These rats are just plain terrifying, too. Think of the shark in Jaws, or the velociraptors in the Jurassic Park series. These are viscous creatures, and part of the brilliance behind this work is that Roseberry gives us a "good guy" rat with the toungue-in-cheek name Snuggums. The idea of simultaneously hating the rats and yet rooting for one seems odd, but Roseberry makes it work and then some. This is one author I intend to follow from now on!

Rodenticider is a grisly account of a strange and menacing world just beyond the consciousness of us "Outer Earth dwellers." This clever tale is full of non-stop action, contrasting the good versus depraved nature of living creatures, both humans and whiskered beasts. The author uses absolute genius to maintain a connection between the reader and the book's unusual characters, allowing us to experience their intense terror, stubborn pride and underlying compassion. I found myself urging them on; not convinced there could be an acceptable outcome to their plight. Sorry to have it end, Rodenticider is a must read. It left me anxiously anticipating the sequel.

From page one, I was drawn into the story, so absorbed that I couldn't put it down until I finished it. I can relate to Bethany and her fear of rats and how she must have felt in the job she did. My imagination soared at the thought of an inner earth like the writer created. A must read for all sci-fi fans...or someone like me who just enjoys a wonderfully crafted story.

How can a story that gives me the creeps be considered good? Read Dinah's book & you'll get the drift. Excellent writing & interesting premise. Just amazing.

Dinah Roseberry,s 'Rodenticider" really grabbed my attention right from the start. Not being a regular reader of sci fi, I was surprised and delighted that it kept me so interested. The author definitely has a fresh new approach to horror writing. An easy and terrifying read.

From the first sentence I was captivated! I felt fear and it never left me! This author has a way with words. This is probably a good candidate for a Movie!

Talent in a writer is often a combination of two things - an imagination to come up with a great story idea and the ability to develop that idea. This author definitely has these going for her and used them to write an exciting novel. I was intrigued first of all by the name. Once my curiosity was sufficiently aroused I started reading the first chapter. I didn't have to read long to find a great plot unfolding and the promise of a budding romance. These, plus a smooth writing style and great descriptions hooked me!

D.P.Rosenberry expertly makes us feel the cold chill of fear that is almost palpable. More than just a tale of fear and loathing, is it a suspense about a broader war... one that encompasses two worlds.

If you liked the horror flicks of the 1950's, as well as the interesting plots of the likes of King, Koontz, and Straub, you'll like this one!

In my Czechoslovak childhood nightmares the horror began with rats emerging from walls and ceilings. I blame one of my school friends for the horror he caused me because he kept a domesticated rat as a pet. He seemed to have an almost messianic obsession with rats ;-)

In many ways D. P. Roseberry has written Animal Farm in the 21st Century. It is a fascinating story. Rats can do more than chew up the carpet or gnawed away a valuable furniture. Inside this book are many things which were unthought-of ... A great horror of horrors read.

I enjoyed reading Rodenticider. Ms. Roseberry has written a compelling, chilling, unnerving book. It is fast-paced and pulls the reader through the story with vivid imagery. Her command of language is brilliant. Definitely a must read.