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Tag: Horror
The Encampment by the Gorge & Blood Memory (Short Sharp Shocks! Book 30) – Zachary Ashford – Review
“If Sole Survivor demonstrated Zachary Ashford’s obvious skill as a horror writer in an ever-crowded genre, then The Encampment by the Gorge & Blood Memory firmly cements that reputation and provides clear evidence that Ashford is a rising star in the genre…”
The Mysteries of Zillah Harvey: Volume One – Paul Leone – Review
“The publication of The Mysteries of Zillah Harvey: Volume One is nothing less than a triumph for author Paul Leone, and provides ample proof that a fresh, innovative and skillful new voice has emerged within the Occult Detective genre. Leone has blended together memorable characters, engaging plots and a quietly chilling and oppressive atmosphere in order to create a deeply compelling and highly enjoyable collection of short stories, one which I have no hesitation in recommending to any fan of the Occult Detective genre, or gothic horror in general…”
Cover Reveal – The Mysteries of Zillah Harvey: Volume One by Paul Leone
“The Mysteries of Zillah Harvey: Volume One is scheduled to be released on the 1st September 2020, and I absolutely cannot wait to get my hands on a copy and start reading through it. I’ll have an interview with Paul Leone up on the blog in the next couple of weeks, where the author will be able to tell us more about what inspired him to write these stories, as well as his background and influences as a writer; and of course, I’ll be hosting my own review of the collection just before it’s released.”
Curse of Honor – David Annandale – Review
“With Curse of Honor David Annandale once again demonstrates why he is one of the premier authors in the fantasy (and science fiction) genre, able to utilise his absolute mastery of atmosphere, sublime prose and skilful characterisation to turn his hand to any setting that he is tasked with writing. Curse of Honor is a deeply compelling and sophisticated novel, with Annandale using the Five Rings setting to weave a thoroughly enjoyable story about arrogance, ambition and rigid caste systems that are deftly merged with the grim realities of the demon-infested Shadowlands and its many occult dangers.”
Days Pass Like A Shadow – Paula R.C. Readman – Review
“Days Pass Like A Shadow is a deeply impressive accomplishment, bringing together a series of short stories and vignettes that comprehensively demonstrate Paula Readman’s undoubted skill as a writer of intense, engaging and often darkly gothic horror and mystery stories.”
Wrath of N’Kai – Josh Reynolds – Review
“Ultimately, Wrath of N’Kai is yet more evidence, were it needed, that Reynolds is the reigning master of the occult detective genre. There is no-one who does it better, and Wrath of N’Kai should take pride of place in anyone’s occult horror collection.”
Warhammer Horror: Sepulturum – Nick Kyme – Review
“Fast-paced, gore-soaked and the epitome of the industrial horror subgenre, Sepulturum is another fantastic novel from the pen of Nick Kyme. It grabs you by the throat and pulls you into the terrifying, atrocity-laden world of Blackgeist and its many hidden horrors, and doesn’t let go until the last page has been turned.”
Sole Survivor (Rewind or Die Book 6) – Zachary Ashford – Review
“Populated by a cast of irritating reality show stereotypes that the author takes great delight in eviscerating in a series of imaginative and gory ambushes and fight sequences, and laced with biting, satirical humour, Sole Survivor is a gorily entertaining horror novella with a memorable story that’s a perfect fit for the Rewind or Die series.”
The Birthday Girl & Other Stories (Short Sharp Shocks! Book 46) – Christopher Beck – Mini-Review
“The Birthday Girl & Other Stories is a fantastic debut by author Christopher Beck, demonstrating some real talent as a horror writer, including a particularly vivid imagination and a distinct knack for being able to reach into the very core of deeply emotional subjects and then moulding them into harrowing, memorable stories that stay with the reader long after the book itself has been finished.”
#DemainDecember: The One That Knows No Fear (Short Sharp Shocks! Book 45) – Steve Stred – Mini-Review
“I’ll readily admit that I really, really enjoyed The One That Shows No Fear, taken in by the deft blend of human and supernatural horrors orchestrated by Stred to develop the overarching narrative…”
Tales of The Al-Azif – Matthew Davenport & C.T. Phipps (eds.) – Review
“Hugely accomplished and demonstrating a fresh angle on the genre, Tales of the Al-Aziz is a crucial Cthulhu Mythos anthology for those with even a passing interest in Lovecraft’s creations, and the genre as a whole.”
Orford Parish Books (Orford Parish Murder Houses; 3 Moves of Doom; Old Gory) – Mega-Review
“Chilling, unsettling, often bizarre or transgressive, and always well-written, all three chapbooks demonstrate why Weird Horror is in such safe hands…”
Tormentor – William Meikle – Review
“Tormentor is delicately-paced, atmospheric and wields a hefty and surprising emotional punch throughout its narrative, and should be considered an iconic version of a venerable (and often cliched) Horror fiction scenario; a classic that all future Haunted House titles should be measured against.”
Tales From The Lake – Volume 5 – Kenneth W. Cain (Ed.) – Review
“Tales From The Lake – Volume 5 is an absolute triumph, a wonderfully inclusive celebration of the best that the Horror genre can produce, unhindered by the constraints of themes or specific topics…”
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