The Complex by Brian Keene: Book Review
A horde of naked lunatics storms an apartment complex. Eleven strangers fight through the night in this fast, brutal siege horror that grabs you and doesn't let go.
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Fever House by Keith Rosson: Book Review
A severed hand in a fridge sends Portland spiraling into chaos. A debt collector, government agents, and a former rock star collide in this pulpy, darkly twisted horror thriller.
Carl’s Doomsday Scenario by Matt Dinniman: Book Review
Carl and Princess Donut hit the third floor. The dungeon gets deadlier, an undead circus prowls the ruins, and Carl still needs to find some pants.
Japanese Gothic by Kylie Lee Baker: Book Review
Dive into my review of Japanese Gothic by Kylie Lee Baker, the April pick from Illumicrate Evernight. Find out why this haunting blend of ghost story, Japanese mythology, and psychological horror became one of my top reads of the year.
The Bloody Brick Road by Maude Royer: Book Review
Here's my review of The Bloody Brick Road: a messy, self-claimed Oz retelling with too many characters, a predictable plot, and more thriller than true horror.
Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman: Book Review
A cynical vet and a diva cat fight for survival in a deadly dungeon game show. Absurd, action-packed, and surprisingly heartwarming. A must for LitRPG fans!
Into The Drowning Deep by Mira Grant: Book Review
The perfect mix of science and mythology can be found in Into the Drowning Deep, which shows us that sometimes the ocean can be a scary reminder that humans aren't really in control of things.
Artificial Condition by Martha Wells: Book Review
Artificial Condition delivers snarky AI, relentless pacing, and a protagonist you’ll love. A must-read sci-fi sequel that is impossible to put down.
King Sorrow by Joe Hill: Book Review
Joe Hill's King Sorrow mixes coming-of-age storytelling with dark fantasy and chilling horror. This spoiler-free review looks at the reading experience and whether the story's emotional core actually delivers.
Esther Is Now Following You by Tanya Sweeney: Book Review
In this Esther Is Now Following You review, I'm going to take a look at the writing, pacing, and how well the characters feel like they fit into the story. I'll also talk about how the novel focuses on social media, loss, and grief. Here's a clear, spoiler-free breakdown of what worked and what didn't.
