William Meikle is one of the reasons that I joined the Darkfuse book club.

I am a big fan of William Meikle but I am a bit torn on this one.

I found the first third to be a bit disjointed. It also seemed like too much was going on at one time. Too many threats from too many places. This is minor and may just be me, but I was also a bit put off by the dialogue, which I found to at times be at times repetitive and annoying, occasionally stereotypical country bumpkin and at other times inexplicably filled with terms used in the UK (lad, lass, etc.). I chalk this up to Mr. Meikle poking fun and keeping with a B-movie style that is reminiscent of classic sci-fi/horror films of the 50’s and 60’s but it was a bit odd at times.

The middle third perked up when the characters took the show on the road. I always enjoy a good government “cover-up/containing of the threat” plot-line and I thought this part was well done.

By far my favorite part was the trip underground. I was genuinely creeped out the whole time and it provided a great final third and finish to the novel.

I see others giving higher reviews so remember this is just one opinion.
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4.5 stars!
When a hole opens up in the rich area of town, people are intrigued but not scared. When the humming starts and everyone's nose begins to bleed, people DO get scared. And rightfully so.

I just loved this fast paced, original story. A couple of the characters were quite memorable and realistic. (I think every small town has an Ellen.)There are some seriously horrific scenes and the tension level stayed high throughout the book. By the time I was done I needed a muscle relaxer because I was so tense. It's true. I have found very few authors who can create that level of tension and sustain it the entire way. I'm impressed!

I've read a few of Mr. Meikle's creature features and I've loved them. This was my first novel by him, but it certainly won't be the last. If you're looking for a unique read with some memorable characters and scary scenes, choose The Hole.
Treat yourself to some fun! Highly recommended! ( )

The Hole by William Meikle is a story about a peculiar hum which brings headaches and nosebleeds to a small, country town.

Plot 5/5: A very interesting plot which I have never read about.

Characters 5/5: The author doesn't give a whole lot of descriptions as to what his characters may be like, but he definitely brings them to life.

World building 5/5: Again, not a lot of descriptions, but you feel as though you are in the world his books are set in.

Pacing 5/5: Steady pace with bursts of action.

Writing 5/5: Great writing, and hardly any typos.

Overall 5/5

William Meikle is fast becoming one of my favorite authors. With his writing style and his imagination, I know I will not be disappointed.

I won this book in a giveaway. ( )

Creepy yes, weird yes, all that scary no. It's a pretty good story all in all. My biggest complaint was the use of some really stupid grammar for some of the "country" characters. I'm from the country and only hear people talk like that when somebody writes what they think would be said. Dumb and a little demeaning. But outside of that it was a pretty good story. ( )

It starts with an odd hum that brings headaches and nosebleeds to the inhabitants of a remote, sleepy country town. Then a sinkhole begins to form…and out from that hole comes the townspeople's worst nightmares.

Facing their fears and the growing madness, a group of survivors descend into the collapsed area in an attempt to save what is left of their town. Sacrifices will be required, but will they be enough?

The hole is growing…spreading…and the horror within it is growing stronger…
This really reminded me of early KING.
It kept me turning pages to find out what was next in this gripping story.
The ending was perfect. ( )