This short story is a modern tale of un-dead horror. I won’t spoil exactly what type of monster is involved, but readers will probably be able to guess. There’s a clever twist on some classic mythology that enables three high school kids to do battle with an ancient evil.
There are elements of dark comedy as well as horror. And despite its brevity, Abbott gives us more than enough info to care about the characters, and even weaves in a sort of redemptive arc for one of them.
The text is supplemented with excellent illustrations by Kate Whitmore that provide a face to go with the name for several characters.
This is darker and gorier than Abbott’s other short story, Harvest, but both of them are very good in their own ways. There are plenty of references to classic horror stories and films in this one that fans of the genre will surely appreciate. All in all, a great short story for the Halloween season.
Another good review. Telling the prospective reader all they need to know without giving any of the prospective tension away.
Keep up the good work.
Thank you! Short stories are tougher to review, since it’s harder to discuss them without giving away plot info.
And there’s the skill and art of it.
Well done!
I’m adding this to my list of stories to read and review! Sounds great.
I think you’ll enjoy it! 🙂