Bird Box is a great pick for those who gravitate towards the horror and post-apocalyptic novels. I place it at 4.5 out of 5 stars. 
 I really can't say enough good things about the author and this story. It is Josh Malerman's first novel, and brother I hope it won't be his last. It turns out that he is also a musician - a man with more than one talent! Here are some of the words others have used to describe this book: Chilling, beautifully told, immersive and mesmerizing. Hugh Howey even says, "There has never been a horror story quite like this." I agree with all of these descriptions. This book just had me from the start. 
 What set this book apart are the concept, the way it is laid out, and finally the intensity. The concept is a very original idea within the increasingly jammed-up post-apocalyptic genre. While most recent apocalyptic novels have followed the super popular zombie and virus trend, Malerman does something different. He introduces a terror that we cannot look upon. When people do, it drives them to deadly violence. On the surface, this sounds ludicrous as a plot. But it works. Believe me. After introducing us to our main character Malorie, the author intertwines past and present in a way that consistently kept me on the edge of my chair. I loved the intensity of the story, which I'd say was due to the plot and the writing. It felt like I was there with Malorie, like I was blindfolded with her (you'll have to check out the book to fully understand what I mean by this). Near the end, I thought the story waned just a tad, and is the only reason I take away half a star.