The Amityville Curse is a 1990 horror film that is part of the Amityville series. This movie was directed by Tom Berry and written by Barry Schneider. It is the fourth installment in the Amityville series and was released direct-to-video. The film follows the story of a family who moves into the infamous Amityville house. They soon discover that the house is haunted and that an evil force is trying to possess them. As the family tries to escape the curse of the house, they must confront their own demons and fight for their lives.
I don't think the book alone would show up that quickly on a used seller's list this quickly.
My avatar is the Queen of Wands from this deck and I m working on getting myself a top hat like hers and beading a flames hat band for it, then putting a silk sunflower on the side. An outcast teenage lesbian witch finds her coven hidden amongst the popular girls in her school, and performs some seriously badass magic in the process.
As the family tries to escape the curse of the house, they must confront their own demons and fight for their lives. The Amityville Curse stars Kim Coates, Dawna Wightman, and Cassandra Gava. Despite being a direct-to-video release, the film gained some attention due to its association with the Amityville series.
Fantastical News!
There’s been some announcements and discoveries lately that I could not resist writing up. Just in case any of you haven’t heard yet!
Tarot Sequence
First and foremost, rejoice: KD Edwards has signed the deal on two more books of the Tarot Sequence.
This is a BIG DEAL! Fans and fanatics are probably already aware that the Tarot Sequence is a planned NINE-book series, but publishers never buy the rights to that many books all at once. From what I understand, it’s a special occasion when they buy an entire trilogy in one go, rather than nabbing one and seeing how it sells before committing to more.
So Pyr buying the rights to two more books of the Sequence. Is excellent. It means they have faith not just in KD, but in us, the fans – typically sales decline for every subsequent book in a series, so Pyr is basically saying that they believe that enough of us really love these books that it’s worth their while to keep publishing the Sequence. All the reviews and memes and fanart and playlists and the hive of activity that is the Sequence Discord. It’s all worked to convince them that we’re in this for the long haul.
KD announced that the title of Tarot #3 is THE HOURGLASS THRONE, which is…more than a little terrifying for those of us who’ve read The Last Sun and The Hanged Man. I may write a speculation post in the near future.
But ultimately: Congrats, KD.
(And massive thank you to Pyr. )
Queer Witches, Hell Yeah!
The sequel to the fucking incredible Scapegracers – The Scratch Daughters – is now available to pre-order – at least the Kindle edition! (And yes, I realise Scapegracers itself isn’t actually out yet…but I promise you, you are going to want the entire trilogy after you read the first five pages!)
Probably none of you are actually going to hit that pre-order button, but I had to share the news, okay.
And look, if you’re not going to pre-order the sequel, at least go order Scapegracers! I promise you won’t regret it!
The Scapegracers (Scapegracers, #1) by H. A. Clarke
Genres: Queer Protagonists
Representation: Lesbian MC, assorted queer cast, Characters of Colour
Published on: 15th September 2020
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An outcast teenage lesbian witch finds her coven hidden amongst the popular girls in her school, and performs some seriously badass magic in the process.
Skulking near the bottom of West High’s social pyramid, Sideways Pike lurks under the bleachers doing magic tricks for Coke bottles. As a witch, lesbian, and lifelong outsider, she’s had a hard time making friends. But when the three most popular girls pay her $40 to cast a spell at their Halloween party, Sideways gets swept into a new clique. The unholy trinity are dangerous angels, sugar-coated rattlesnakes, and now–unbelievably–Sideways’ best friends.
Together, the four bond to form a ferocious and powerful coven. They plan parties, cast curses on dudebros, try to find Sideways a girlfriend, and elude the fundamentalist witch hunters hellbent on stealing their magic. But for Sideways, the hardest part is the whole ‘having friends’ thing. Who knew that balancing human interaction with supernatural peril could be so complicated?
Rich with the urgency of feral youth, The Scapegracers explores growing up and complex female friendship with all the rage of a teenage girl. It subverts the trope of competitive mean girls and instead portrays a mercilessly supportive clique of diverse and vivid characters. It is an atmospheric, voice-driven novel of the occult, and the first of a three-book series.
Grab it now from Bookshop.org (USA) or Hive (Europe), both ethical alternatives to You Know Who; or here at Book Depository!
From the Author of Red, White, and Royal Blue
Casey McQuiston’s newest novel (out next year) had its cover reveal today!
One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston
Representation: F/F or wlw, Love Interest of Colour
Published on: 1st June 2021
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"Dreamy, other worldly, smart, swoony, thoughtful, hilarious - all in all, exactly what you'd expect from Casey McQuiston!" - Jasmine Guillory, New York Times bestselling author of The Wedding Date and
Cynical twenty-three-year old August doesn’t believe in much. She doesn’t believe in psychics, or easily forged friendships, or finding the kind of love they make movies about. And she certainly doesn’t believe her ragtag band of new roommates, her night shifts at a 24-hour pancake diner, or her daily subway commute full of electrical outages are going to change that.
Party for TwoBut then, there’s Jane. Beautiful, impossible Jane.
All hard edges with a soft smile and swoopy hair and saving August’s day when she needed it most. The person August looks forward to seeing on the train every day. The one who makes her forget about the cities she lived in that never seemed to fit, and her fear of what happens when she finally graduates, and even her cold-case obsessed mother who won’t quite let her go. And when August realizes her subway crush is impossible in more ways than one—namely, displaced in time from the 1970s—she thinks maybe it’s time to start believing.
Casey McQuiston’s One Last Stop is a sexy, big-hearted romance where the impossible becomes possible as August does everything in her power to save the girl lost in time.
I’m really excited to see McQuiston go for more fantastical elements (time-travel!) and featuring a queer activist from the 70s.
Check out the link up above to hear more about the book and McQuiston’s thoughts behind it!
That’s it for today – I’m sure there’ll be more great bookish news soon!
(And massive thank you to Pyr. )
However, it received negative reviews from critics, who criticized its low-budget production value and lack of originality. The Amityville Curse is just one of many films inspired by the real-life events that took place in the Amityville house in the 1970s. The original Amityville Horror book and subsequent film adaptations have captivated audiences for years with their tale of supernatural terror. The Amityville Curse attempts to continue this legacy but falls short in its execution. While The Amityville Curse may not be considered one of the stronger films in the Amityville series, it can still be enjoyed by fans of the horror genre. It offers some scares and suspense, albeit with a low-budget feel. Overall, The Amityville Curse is a middling entry in the Amityville franchise that may only appeal to die-hard fans of the series..
Reviews for "The Amityville Curse: The Most Haunted House in America"
1. Jake - 1 star
The Amityville Curse was a complete waste of time. The story was poorly developed, and the acting was atrocious. The characters lacked depth, and I couldn't connect with any of them. The movie relied heavily on jump scares, but they were predictable and didn't have any impact. Overall, I found it to be a generic and forgettable horror film that failed to deliver any real scares or intrigue.
2. Sarah - 2 stars
I was disappointed with The Amityville Curse. The plot felt disjointed and the pacing was all over the place. The movie failed to build any tension or suspense, and it felt like a series of random events put together. The acting was mediocre at best, with the actors delivering their lines without any real emotion. The special effects were also underwhelming and lacked creativity. Overall, I found it to be a lackluster horror film that didn't live up to its potential.
3. Michael - 1 star
The Amityville Curse was an absolute disaster. The story was confusing and poorly executed, leaving me feeling frustrated and unsatisfied. The characters were one-dimensional and unlikable, making it hard to care about their plight. The film relied too heavily on cheap jump scares and gore, without any real substance. It felt like a cash-grab attempt at capitalizing on the Amityville franchise, rather than a thoughtful and well-crafted horror film. I would not recommend wasting your time on this movie.
4. Emily - 2 stars
I had high hopes for The Amityville Curse, but it fell flat. The plot lacked originality and felt like a rehash of other haunted house movies. The scares were predictable, and the film relied too heavily on clichés and worn-out horror tropes. The acting was passable, but the characters were forgettable and uninspired. The ending was unsatisfying and felt rushed, leaving me feeling underwhelmed. Overall, it was a mediocre horror film that failed to bring anything new to the genre.
5. Mark - 1 star
The Amityville Curse was a complete letdown. The story was convoluted and lacked cohesiveness, making it hard to follow. The acting was wooden and unconvincing, with the actors delivering their lines with no emotion. The scares were cheap and unoriginal, relying on loud noises and jump scares rather than building genuine tension. The film felt like a missed opportunity to explore the Amityville lore in a fresh and compelling way. I would not recommend wasting your time on this disappointing horror film.