William Sleator

2 summariesThriller, Fantasy, Children's

William Sleator was an American author known for his works of fiction, particularly in the young adult genre. His notable books include "House of Stairs," a psychological thriller exploring themes of manipulation and survival, and "Hell Phone," which delves into the consequences of technology and obsession. Sleator's writing often combines elements of suspense and horror.

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Books by William Sleator

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House of Stairs
William Sleator
3.9 (4k) average on GoodreadsThriller
Five orphans are trapped in an Escher-esque labyrinth of endless stairs, forced to psychologically surrender to a mysterious red machine that demands their obedience and threatens to consume their very souls.
Hell Phone
William Sleator
3.5 (613) average on GoodreadsThriller
When Nick buys a cheap used cell phone to impress his girlfriend, he unwittingly dials into a supernatural conspiracy, forcing him to commit increasingly dark crimes for an unseen entity that won't let him hang up.