“My dear, haven’t you learned by now? Women are much crueler to each other than men.”

This book was recommended to me by a close friend and she really knows how my brain works. That I love books that make me feel extremely uneasy and ones that creep me out. That is exactly what seventy percent of this book did to me.

There's not much that I can say about this book without giving a lot away, so I'll leave it short. If you can't handle bizarre horror, uneasy & difficult situations, and some of the most terrifying scenes imaginable, then this book won't be for you. If you can handle the best of what bizarro has to offer then hop aboard. This is going to be one f**ked up ride!

Book one and two were amazing. They were eerie and honestly terrifying and I really enjoyed it. Book three kind of took a lot away from the story as a whole. The big reveal lost me and made the books not as scary as I first thought. It was all definitely messed up but if they would have left you in the dark, this would have been really scary. The twists were really out there but I'm not sure how to feel about how it all ended.

The Many was so disturbing and gruesome! I loved most of it. I really enjoyed the first two books and it kind of lost me with the last book. I would still highly recommend this series for people who can handle all kinds of horror.

Just be careful who you meet online. Money and looks aren't everything.

RATING: ⭐️ ⭐️ 🌟/5
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My SYNOPSIS: The Many is a group of faceless men set to control every aspect of life. Reproduction. 👶 Government. Sanity. 2 friends set to destroy them.
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PROS: Such a cool and neat plot line with the characters and the group of the many. Definitely kept me interested until the end.
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CONS: The language was a little much and I definitely feel like there should of been a trigger warning for sensitive subjects involving abuse.

Right now I'm giving this book 2.5 to 3 stars. My reason for this score is I wasn't feeling this book probably because of the mood I'm in at the moment. I'm hoping to be able to get more time or be able to check it out again. I will definitely give it another chance because I feel like this book can be a good suspense, but at this current time I'm in a reading slump, and this book is just not helping me get out of it.

This is a fast-paced story that won’t allow the reader to drift off. From the start, I was led into the emotions of these characters with what begins as a normal setting takes a strange turn. The format of the book and the plot keeps you turning the pages. It’s like stepping into a whirlpool that drags you in as you think you find the answers to your questions. The twists and turns will keep you riveted.

Ok, where do I begin?

The Many, is just above and beyond any trilogy I have ever read. It does not drag, it is not a slow burn but instead the complete opposite. This is a fast paced, mind blowing, electric psychological thriller with a hint of horror element.

When you decide to read The Many, make sure you clear your calendar. This novel is over 800 pages. Although, this might seem long, i zipped right through it. Every element of this book comes together to just make it such an incredible read. I am completely consumed by what I just read.

Each character is well developed and you feel as though you know them on a level deeper than just a character in a book. The first chapter draws you in and you feel an instant connection of having to speed through the pages to find out what happens next. This book is filled with twists and turns and so many elements of surprise that you will not see coming.

I highly recommend The Many to all psychological suspense readers! Nathan Field, I can not wait to see what you come out with next and you have become an instant favorite of mine. Easy 5 star rating .

To be totally honest, I am having a hard time writing this review. I almost finished the first of the three books but I was not able to keep reading. I am a big fan of thriller, suspense, conspiracy theories et al… but I struggled with the subject matter once you start to get into the meat of what Karl and Dawn were dealing with. Also, I might be getting more prudish as I get older but it was a little more graphic than I was expecting.

Thank you to NetGalley for this copy of The Many trilogy for my honest and unbiased review!

This books traps you from the start. You keep reading in hopes for learning the story behind the weird events happening. The first book is more fast paced that the rest in my opinion but the story throughout is filled with plot twist, it makes you don't want to put it down. I think the overall story is great, and when you reach the point of the truth being revealed It blows your mind, totally unexpected and actually quite genius. I would certainly recommend this book. I just wish a more "final point we're done" ending because it seems to me that it could continue but I rather not. I had a great time reading this book.

Really enjoyed this three book trilogy. A quick read for sure that kept me wanting more - quick page turner. Anyone looking for a suspense book that is easy to get through this is your go to!

Sadly not my type of book. I didn't care for the writing style. Just not for me but a lot of reviewers gave it high marks so what do I know? I say give it a try and judge for yourself.

A Sinister Story That'll Stick With You

I have a real fondness for dark psychological thrillers, and I often say the more twisted, the better. When I saw the description for Nathan Field’s Trilogy (The Many/Ancestral/The European School), it promised all that and more. It lived up to the hype. And now I might need to adjust my tolerance quotient.

If you are sensitive to foul language; if you are triggered by sexual or violent crimes; if you are bothered by explicit depiction of death and dismemberment… this body of work is not for you. If none of that bothers you, read on.

I’m finding this review particularly difficult to write without giving away any of the surprises. And there are several. The two main characters undergo incredible changes over the course of the trilogy. While I can understand how their lives ended up the way they did, I was shocked by some of the decisions they made and wasn’t certain all of Karl’s decisions were true to his character. Though I suppose given the intense situations he faced, his extreme changes and reactions could be within the realm of believability. Dawn’s arc was at times difficult to experience, but if you accept the premise of the story, it is probably usually true to character.

This trilogy requires excessive suspension of disbelief, a high tolerance for the macabre, and a willingness to accept some surprise turns that weren’t forecast early on. If you can bring all that to the table, you’ll likely enjoy this body of work. But if you’re looking for a tame mystery with obvious breadcrumbs that lead to an easy resolution, this isn’t for you. I usually fall into the former, and having read this, I’m still not certain how I feel about it. Some of the content left me unsettled, which is difficult to do. Perhaps not because of the content, but because it didn’t always feel story-driven but rather sometimes gratuitous. Regardless, I know this trilogy will stick with me for a while.

A solid 3.5 stars that rounds up to 4.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for a gratis copy of the work in exchange for my honest opinion.

This is a trilogy, books are The Many, Ancestra and The European School. If you love conspiracy theories and shocking twists with surprise endings, then this book won't disappoint. I love the way it is written. Descriptive, smooth story line and a few warnings. Such as I would not for anything do online dating!! It starts with a brother noticing there is something really odd about his sister's manner after a date. She reacts badly and leaves. Months later he finds her and thinks things are fine until he says an obvious trigger word and she reverts to the nasty side. The story continues through the books with a roller coaster ride of red herrings and curves. I thought I had it figured out several times, but I was wrong.
Thank you NetGalley for providing me with this copy in exchange for my unpaid, honest review.

[ Thanks to Netgalley for giving me a copy for an honest and unbiased review!!]

Mysterious past tragedy. A lot of sexual tension. Really unnerving. Undeniably creepy. The atmosphere's so immersive. I have no idea. Why I'm writing this review like this. But at this point. I've gone too far with the bit to stop now.

"A strange woman was standing in front of the mirror, bathed in the intensity of the bathroom lights. Clumps of dark hair covered the bathroom floor. The sink was full of bloody water. A pair of scissors lay on the countertop. Dawn's fears shifted to repulsion. The strange woman was Isobel.”

And so, the mysteries start to compound in The Many: The Complete Trilogy. The book was hard to put down! The adults-only book is filled with suspense from the beginning through the ending. I often felt there was no way out for our main characters, but they would escape just to encounter another horror, culminating in the third book which you’ll have to read to find out what happens.

I recommend this book. 4 stars!

This is a trilogy collection featuring The Many, Ancestral, and The European School. It will certainly leave you with a creepy feeling about online dating as Karl and Dawn dig into their dating pasts to make sense of the murders of their family members. Part thrill, part horror, and part mystery, this trilogy is a well thought out novel with many twists and turns. The conspiracy and cult references made the book all the more interesting and added to the overall creepy-in-a-good-way feel of this story.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the opportunity to read and review this book.

I thought this book had an interesting premise, but I had issues with both the writing and the content. The writing felt elementary and not sufficiently complex to keep me engaged. The plot had some overly gratuitous details and I couldn't finish it- something I rarely do, especially with a thriller. Sorry, this is a hard pass for me.

"The Many Trilogy” By Nathan Field
(Contains the Complete Novels: “The Many,” “Ancestral,” and “The European School”)

Just Because You're Paranoid Doesn't Mean They're Not After You…

Meaty and intense, Nathan Field’s, “The Many” Trilogy, is a dark, brooding and deeply terrifying read that will haunt many dreams far after the last page.

Graphic assaults by conspiratorial, faceless antagonists are only the beginning of this creep-show psycho-fest. Gore-ridden and mind-taunting, this read is for those who persevere, as well as those with steely nerves.

It is three books merged into one lengthy tome heading for one unexpected “dynastic” conclusion. Meet the “The Stepford Wives” intersects “Rosemary's Baby” and “The Boys from Brazil”—a ruthless neo-Ira Levin ensemble long to be remembered in readers’ memories.

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The Book Maven’s Journal—Reviews for Word Connoisseurs
REVIEWER: J. Hunt
STAR RATING ⭐️⭐️⭐️

“The Many Trilogy”
By Nathan Field
General Fiction (Adult), Mysteries & Thrillers
Publication Date: March 2021
Independently Published

My Sincere Appreciation to NetGalley and Author Nathan Field for Providing this Advance Reader's Copy for Review.

Excellent read! Thank you to the author and Netgalley for allowing me to read the full trilogy. Each book got better and better. This is considered horror/thriller. Dawn looses her Mom after a suspicious date and seeks revenge with the help of her friend, Karl. Theres so much more fo this original murder. Dating sites, faceless men, deep conspiracies, and travel. I loved this series!

I loved this trilogy!

I've been stuck in a reading rut and I just thought it was so much fun. Lots of twists and turns and interesting characters. I loved the fact the final part was set in the future (wasn't completely sold on Spotify and refs to Whatsapp but no matter) – this was an absolute breath of fresh air and cheered me up no end. Definitely 5 stars from me.

This series had an interesting premise but it fell flat for me. The world and character building was under developed and the writing was simplistic, but ultimately, uninteresting. There should have been more lead up to the sister's initial date so that we understood her character before she changed. It's hard to get on board that's something wrong with her when we don't even know who she was to start.

Overall, I didn't enjoy this much but I think there's an interesting idea here to work with.

Excellent conspiracy horror that just keeps twisting and going deeper. I love the way this was written...it really gets under your skin. The ending might be lost on readers who don't know their history but I thought it was mind-blowing. I would definitely recommend. Definitely a book I’ll be recommending ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️