When Bill Anderson loses his job, he is forced to move his wife Karen and their twin daughters to Mateguas Island. Bill's aunt left him a home on the island, but Karen prefers city life and is not looking forward to the move. The novel starts off as the story of a family going through a huge life change. Once you've started to identify with this family and their strengths and weaknesses, the terror begins.

The author brilliantly builds the tension of the plot. This is a fascinating mix of literary fiction and horror; I enjoyed the subtle creepiness of this story. Linda Watkins is a talented author who creates believable characters and fascinating plots and sub-plots.

Mateguas Island, by Linda Watkins, took hold and did not let go. This book was so well written that I believed that it all was happening. This is jaw dropping, suspenseful and full of life. We are brought right into the action and this story has been on my mind ever since I started reading. Bone chilling and startling, in a good way, of course. This book was so entertaining that I had to finish. Was so involved with the characters and the drama that was playing out.

Mateguas Island is full of suspense that had me gasping to myself. You have to hold on as the tension builds and builds. Everything that is happening feels realistic. I was read at top speed hoping for a happy resolve though I feared for the worse.

There is horror that will shock you and entertain you. This well written book is a heart thumping thriller that I would highly recommend to any adrenaline junkies or someone who just likes a great horror story.