Hidden Pictures: A Novel

Written by Jason Rekulak

Narrated by Suzy Jackson

“I loved it." —Stephen King

From Jason Rekulak, Edgar-nominated author of The Impossible Fortress, comes a wildly inventive spin on the classic horror story in Hidden Pictures, a supernatural thriller about a woman working as a nanny for a young boy with strange and disturbing secrets.

Fresh out of rehab, Mallory Quinn takes a job as a babysitter for Ted and Caroline Maxwell. She is to look after their five-year-old son, Teddy.

Mallory immediately loves it. She has her own living space, goes out for nightly runs, and has the stability she craves. And she sincerely bonds with Teddy, a sweet, shy boy who is never without his sketchbook and pencil. His drawings are the usual fare: trees, rabbits, balloons. But one day, he draws something different: a man in a forest, dragging a woman’s lifeless body.

Then, Teddy’s artwork becomes increasingly sinister, and his stick figures quickly evolve into lifelike sketches well beyond the ability of any five-year-old. Mallory begins to wonder if these are glimpses of a long-unsolved murder, perhaps relayed by a supernatural force.

Knowing just how crazy it all sounds, Mallory nevertheless sets out to decipher the images and save Teddy before it’s too late.

A Macmillan Audio production from Flatiron Books.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Macmillan Audio
• Release date: May 10, 2022
• ISBN: 9781250855794

Jason Rekulak

Jason Rekulak was born and raised in New Jersey. He has worked for many years at Quirk Books, where he edits a variety of fiction and nonfiction. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife and two children. The Impossible Fortress is his first novel. To learn more and play a version of The Impossible Fortress game, visit JasonRekulak.com.

Reviews for Hidden Pictures

[April · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

It was a good read but not a best one but I didn't see the twist coming But the way the main character is portrayed kind of in a dumb way and she is annoying ?

[Sarah · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I enjoyed this book. It wasn't dragged out and I liked the twist at the end.

[inisha taylor · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This book held my attention but it did get weird toward the end. I didn't care for the supernatural element. But overall I enjoyed it. Narration was great

[ram · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Some chapters did drag a slight bit but the book was thrilling and the end was unsuspecting. Recommended read.

[Erica · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Book was a bit slow but the ending was really good

[Holly England · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

If you are looking for a book that for 90% of it gives you that uneasy creep factor, you know the kind that just makes the hair on the back of your neck bristle every now and again, and a great atmosphere then I would recommend this book. It's not a horror book really though, in my opinion, I'd classify it as more mystery suspense. The ending blew the rating for me, but it was still an enjoyable listen. The narrator was great. Put on some tea, cuddle up under your favorite blanket, turn out the lights, listen, and prepare to be a bit creeped out. Perfect book for the end of Summer.

[yp9knk5z5n · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a really good book. I did not expect the plot twist at the end.

[crystalbookworld · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I enjoyed every page of this book! Literally read it in one day. I felt the main character Mallory pain during the book.

[stephaniepgcc · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Never in a million years would I have guessed the ending!!! Captivating!!!

[Lylli89 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I liked this read, it was well paced and engaging. Some characters were a bit weird. Like they don't like the mc at first and in the next interaction when they meet again they are superfriendly, which seemed inconsistent. It is explained for one of them, but there were others where it just seemed they needed to be off-ish to have a variety in interactions. I really enjoyed the ending!

[Catherine Goodballet · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow. That’s all I have to say. This book went left then right then up then right again.

[Leandra · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I really enjoyed this book. Just when I thought I knew what was going on, it was made clear I didn’t. Pacing is decent, so I wasn’t ever really bored.

[Cynthia Holvenstot · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book kept my interest the whole time it also had a great ending I would have never guessed.

[Lisa Mudge · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Fun thrilling read for October! Loved the story line and how they gave the main lead a second chance turning her life around. Loved the twist at the end!! Did not see that coming!

[Imelda Fernandez · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

LOVE LOVE LOVE . I just love how the stories intertwined it gave me enough details without being overwhelming or repetitive. I enjoyed this book during every single chapter.

[Danielle Metteer · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book has it all! Spooky vibes, psychological twists and an amazing ending. Can’t believe I waited this long to read it! I highly recommend this book.

[Jennifer · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing twist and story. Loved the characters and whole plot !

[Dominika Tylečková · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book is amazingly written. I really didn’t expect anything till the end. Loved every minute.

[Noha Nabil · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A GEM of a book. It has everything. Loved every single moment ?❤️

[Milla · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I had a great time with this one! 4,75/5 stars

[Heather Glover · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

What a twist!! Didn’t see that one coming! A very good book!

[Katie · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Well written with several surprise twists! Really held my interest!

[Jacquelyn · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was an absolutely great book. I loved every minute of it.

[Katy Arditti · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Best book I read this year but I feel like the book is great because you can see the pictures. Try and google them

[Nancy Coats · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Awesome story, wonderfully written characters and an unexpected twist! Loved it!

[Amanda Ramsay · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Amazing! Absolutely wonderful and exciting! Very well written and addictive

[Dale Drake · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A really great book! I listened in one sitting! More!

[Don Senkus · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book! Kept me on edge. I would definitely recommend.

[Tara Gordon · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Wow! Just wow! The ending I did not see coming at all! The narrator did a fabulous job delivering the story. I highly recommend this book!

[Jessica Warnke · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Absolutely incredible book, I didn’t want to ever pause it because I was so captivated. Also I just cried and cried at the end, will definitely read other books by this author!