I went into this fine novella blind. I’d bought it a while back and added it to the massive TBR pile and as such, had forgotten what it was about. I think I did things right, though because if I’d… Read More ›
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Book Review – Seeing Double by Karen Runge
Wow, this book was definitely an experience. And I mean a good one! It won’t be for everyone, but if you like your fiction dark with a capital darrrr, then you can’t go wrong with this story of sexual brutality…. Read More ›
Book Review – The Mortecarni by Kelly Evans
I’m not an avid reader of zombie fiction. I do enjoy the genre but feel I need to pace myself with it as many of the stories in this world tend to be a little samey. Thankfully, that cannot be… Read More ›
Book Review – I Dream of Mirrors by Chris Kelso
This really was a superb read. So superb in fact, it’s a struggle to really put it across in this review. But I’ll give it a bloody good go anyway. This was only my second venture into Chris Kelso’s work…. Read More ›
Book Review – Screechers by Kevin J Kennedy and Christina Bergling
You’ve gotta love a good old post-apocalyptic tale. And this certainly was a good one. The genre is saturated with stories where survivors turn on each other while trying to not die at the hands of whatever caused the apocalypse,… Read More ›
Book Review – Nexilexicon by Keith Anthony Baird
At the time of writing this review, Nexilexicon has no reviews or ratings on Goodreads, and that is a great shame because this book really is excellent. When a story can feel epic, yet flies by in no time at… Read More ›
Book Review – By Year’s End: A Year 47 Anthology by Bo Chappell
Themed anthologies can be either great, or not so great. If the theme is one you’re familiar with and a big fan of, chances are you’re probably going to enjoy it. Of course, this depends on the standard of stories… Read More ›
Book Review – The Girl Who Hid in the Trees by Steve Stred
This short novella was one creepy-ass ride. Urban legends are unnervingly scary at the best of times, and here Steve Stred has crafted one that certainly delivers with chills aplenty. There’s a legend of a girl who lurks in the… Read More ›
Book Review – A Plague of Pages by John F Leonard
John F Leonard’s latest offering once again showcases this man’s talent at constructing a terrifying, yet realistic story. His novel, Bad Pennies was one of my favourite reads last year, and I’m pleased to say, he’s done it again. There’s… Read More ›