A Head Full of Ghosts is The Exorcist meets Ghost Adventures, a modern take on a both possession and the world of reality TV. Majorie Barrett is only 14 when she begins acting bizarrely. None of her doctors are able to help her, and as the family begins to fall apart, they turn to the church. In an odd twist, it is the priest that not only suggests an exorcism but who involves a reality TV production.
Nothing about that could go wrong, right?
The power of A Head Full of Ghosts is found in its narrative. Most of the story is told through the perspective of Merry, some of it through a present narrative but the majority by a younger Merry. The other, less frequent narrative is that of a horror fan blogger named Karen. It’s a great style that helps bring the reader right into the story, and keeps them there.
The horror of this novel was not found in blood and gore. It was found in uncomfortable moments and in the atmosphere. There is an ever-present sense of foreboding, moments that are cringe-worthy. Such a great read!
My recommendation: If you love a book that gets into your head and makes you think, this is a great read!