A book that gained a lot of popularity was 'Heart - Shaped Box' by Joe Hill. It's about a retired rock star who buys a ghost in a heart - shaped box. The story is full of creepy moments and Hill's writing really makes the horror come alive.
I think 'The Reapers Are the Angels' is also quite popular. It's set in a post - apocalyptic world filled with zombies. The main character's journey through this desolate world is both harrowing and full of horror, which made it a favorite among horror fans.
Well, 'Horns' by Joe Hill was also quite popular. It's about a man who wakes up one day with horns growing out of his head and discovers some very dark secrets about himself and those around him. The book is filled with strange and disturbing situations that appeal to horror fans.
One popular one is likely 'The Keep' as it was widely read and had a unique take on horror with its blend of historical and supernatural elements.
Probably 'The Amityville Horror'. It got a lot of attention back then and was even made into a movie. People were really intrigued by the idea of a haunted house with such a dark history.
Probably 'The Ruins' was quite popular. Its premise of a group in a deadly situation in a jungle setting was really gripping.
I think 'The Girl with All the Gifts' was quite popular. It got a lot of attention for its fresh take on the horror genre. Another popular one was probably 'The Fireman' as Joe Hill is a well - known name in horror. And 'My Best Friend's Exorcism' also had a good following due to its unique blend of horror and '80s nostalgia.
Probably 'The Green Mile'. It was widely read and later adapted into a successful movie. People were drawn to its unique blend of horror and human drama.
I think 'Misery' by Stephen King was also quite popular. It's about a writer who is held captive by his so - called 'number one fan'. The psychological torture he endures is truly horrifying.
'The Changeling' had its share of popularity too. Its combination of horror and deep - seated human emotions like fatherhood made it a hit. It was different from the typical horror fare, and that uniqueness made it appealing to a wide range of readers who were looking for something new in the horror genre in 2017.
I'm not sure which are the absolute most popular, but 'The Throat' was quite popular as it was well - received for its spooky plot. It had a lot of fans who liked Straub's writing style.
Probably 'The Girl with All the Gifts'. It was widely read and even got adapted into a movie. Its popularity stems from its fresh take on the horror genre, with a sympathetic 'monster' in the form of Melanie.
I think 'The Silence of the Lambs' is quite popular. It was not only a great horror book but also had a very successful movie adaptation which increased its popularity. It's a story that gets under your skin with its exploration of the human psyche in relation to extreme violence and madness.