A Child Alone with Strangers A novel of spell-binding chills by critically acclaimed horror author, Philip Fracassi Henry’s father tells him he will never leave him—then he holds Henry tight and steps into oncoming traffic. Thus begins the young boy’s perilous journey from being raised by family in San Diego to being held prisoner in … Continue reading A Child Alone With Strangers by Philip Fracassi
Category: Short Stories & Quick Reads
My Book Review of Falls the Shadow (Warmer collection)
Falls the Shadow by Skip Horack My rating: 3 of 5 stars I'm uncertain...This story was a little bizarre for me. It was definitely original and related to climate, but it felt scattered. There were some poignant comments, but overall, I was left feeling uncertain as to the point of the tale.Neither good nor bad, … Continue reading My Book Review of Falls the Shadow (Warmer collection)
My Book Review of Signal Moon: A Short Story
Signal Moon by Kate Quinn My rating: 5 of 5 stars What a lovely storyI'm a huge historical fiction fan, and I've been on a big WWII kick as of late. This short story was right in line with my reading. The paranormal elements reminded me of "Philadelphia Experiment" and "The Lake House." I liked … Continue reading My Book Review of Signal Moon: A Short Story
My Book Review of There’s No Place Like Home (Warmer collection)
There's No Place Like Home by Edan Lepucki My rating: 4 of 5 stars A Tale of Hope Despite LossEven in the darkness of the story, I found a sense of hope. Somehow, despite the terrible loss and conditions, connections were made and kindness expressed. It was like stars shining on a moonless night. I … Continue reading My Book Review of There’s No Place Like Home (Warmer collection)
My Book Review of Controller (Warmer collection)
Controller by Jesse Kellerman My rating: 3 of 5 stars Oddly DarkI understand the darkness of this tale... how it fits this series. Still, it is oddly out of place for me. It felt more "Twilight Zone" than "climate."I liked the vastly different approach of the writer because it's not the same take regurgitated. Yet, … Continue reading My Book Review of Controller (Warmer collection)
J.M. NORTHUP 