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Tap, Tap

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Roscoe Bird (Martin has some of the greatest character names) is living a nice, peaceful suburban life until his wealthy childhood friend, Peter, shows up on his doorstep. Peter Tummelier was always an odd, dark character, and Roscoe befriended him because he was also an outsider on the exclusive island where they both grew up. Now after several years, Peter shows up again to ask Roscoe and his wife to sail around the world with him. But Peter also has a major revelation to disclose to Roscoe; he's not the same Peter from their childhood. Peter has now developed a unique appetite and needs someone to help be his daytime look-out as he sails from port to port.
Now this all sounds typical enough; in fact, it doesn't sound so much different than hundreds of horror novels weighing down the shelves. BUT Martin adds his wry sense of humor, his dark characters and his incredible writing to create a truly disturbing little novel. His story never fully answers any questions until the very end, and his attention to detail makes the novel even more believable despite the incredible situations presented here. Peter is outlandishly diabolical and dashing, and poor Roscoe is the hapless victim trying to save his good name before Peter totally pulls him into his web. This novel is just incredible! It's so rare that I run across a book that totally captivates me and has me guessing until the very end. Tap, Tap is delightfully wicked and utterly dark; it's a great read and will have you begging for more of Martin's works.

David Martin is a creative story-teller with a soulful and a sick, vivid imagination. He's got a way with words and has come up with another unpredictable storyline. A master of suspense, he opens the story with an intruder in the house and let's you know the married couple are doomed in the first couple of pages. Yet, the chapter is filled with suspense. Afterwards, everytime a chapter ends or starts with "Tap Tap," the reader holds on tight, knowing something horrible is about to happen. But you read on. You have to! Hollywood, instead of filming re-makes, should turn this book -- and others by Martin -- into movies ASAP.

The subject, characterizations, and plot were all full and intriguing. However, by the end,when loose ends were beginning to tie together, I found myself becoming a bit frustrated. In order to create tension and suspense, the author made certain authorities behave in uncharacteristic ways, and made situations arise that I found to be a bit implausible. However, this is a small criticism in a book I found hard to put down. A fast, solid, creepy read. "Tap Tap" will satisfy.

In two words Quick Fun. This novel is no great piece of literature, but it was a good quick solid read, that was interesting to say the least.
The concept, alone was what riveted me, to read the book. Imagine that your best friend from 10 years ago suddenly comes to your front door and strikes up a conversation, about this or that. Then at some point he asks you who do you hate, and who hurt you or your family. No big deal. Right?
Then suddenly all the people who you mentioned the day before start turning up dead.
So starts the adventure, that is both interesting and never failing. I like these type of books from time to time, short in length, long in suspense. Good Clean Fun.

Just an FYI This book is also published under the title "Love Me to Death". I read Tap, Tap first. This is a very enjoyable story. After, I wanted to read more from this author, David Martin. After doing a search on his name I saw a listing for the book "Love Me to Death" and ordered it. When it arrived, I was sadly surprised to find out I had already read it. I hope this helps others.

The book "TAP, TAP" gave me the chills all the way to the last page! I loved the scarey little doll, Dondo. Best of all, the gore scenes are very discriptive (the best kind)! Could not put it down! I recommened it to everybody. =)

There's "Single White Female" and then there's "Tap Tap". Now this is a movie I'd like to see. I bought a copy and lent it to all my coworkers who couldn't put it down. Scary stuff. Enjoy.

This is one of the most frightening books that I have ever read. My husband tapped at the door last night and I was instantly afraid. Mr. Martin draws you in to all the characters in a very short time and you are transported along with them in this story. I have never written a review, but I just wanted to let people know that you will not be sorry to take the time to read this book.

Not your regular, run-of-the-mill vampire story. Is Peter really a vampire? Moving from present day to childhood memories this book kept me spellbound for hours! I have the most vivid picture of Peter in my head and he scares me to death! If the shark music in Jaws made your heart beat faster, you'll never hear a "tap tap" noise again without jumping out of your skin! This book is in my 'read again soon' pile

First off...I love David Martins writing. I can't place it, but I can read his books over and over again and still feel the same thrills as before.

I was excited to read this one, and I finished it within two days...but just something about it kinda threw me off track. I mean, the book has its thrills and chills...but it gets a little "Fantasy" like towards the end, and one thing I liked about Martins books is that you can actually picture it in your head without hesitation, but in this book I couldn't do it...