Hush! A Horror Anthology eBook Justin MacCormack Oliver Davenport
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Winner of the Blackfeather Award for Best New Horror 2014!
"A powerful myriad of horror styles... deeply chilling!"
"Terrifying and personal!"
A man haunted by a movie which defined his childhood, forced to
confront memories best left forgotten...
Three urban explorers whose quest for adventure finds them only death and insanity in the bowels of the earth...
A detective struggles to piece together the clues to a grizzly series of crimes which will push her past her limits...
An a quiet road in ancient Japan leads a young monk on a journey into the darkest parts of his soul...
The lies that men tell live on in a strange message left as a silent cry on the digital network of the internet...
These stories and more are contained in
HUSH! - A HORROR ANTHOLOGY
By the pen of acclaimed horror writer Justin MacCormack, author of
Diary of a Gay Teenage Zombie, and Darkness Bites!
Just tell yourself that it’s only a story...
Hush! A Horror Anthology eBook Justin MacCormack Oliver Davenport
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Hush! A Horror Anthology eBook Justin MacCormack Oliver Davenport Reviews
I'm not usually a reader of horror fiction, but a friend recommended this collection to me as a diversion from my normal sci-fi and thriller reading.
And I'm very glad he did. I began to read the short story collection from the first story, and almost immediately I found my imagination engaged. The language used is descriptive, but not too lengthy or expository, and Justin uses multiple viewpoints - first person, third person, and so on - for each story as fits the events, meaning that each short story feels refreshing and new compared to the last.
The changing subject matter also keeps the collection fresh, and leaves the reader wondering what the scare - or twist - may be each time.
For me, I found that the stories were reminiscent of short stories read in my teenage years, or short movies seen on television; and perhaps the author had seen many of the same things, and added his own ideas to them. As such, I connected easily with the ideas in the collection, finding my imagination stretching back to younger years and made-up 'ghost stories' with friends about my local area.
I would have to recommend the collection to anyone looking for something new and a bit different to add to your library of horror fiction, or even just a library of new and interesting reads.
Return to Oz and Other Takes is an eclectic mix of short stories. Each has it's own vibe and each character has his or her own voice. None of these stores "feels" like any of the others, which is a feat in itself.
The main story, Return to Oz, is frightening in itself because we know the story of Dorothy, her little dog Toto, the Flying Monkeys and everything that comes with it. The main character in this short story is, however, either wrapped up in something he can't possibly understand or is totally schizophrenic. Either way, it makes for a great story.
There are several tales here, but I think I most enjoyed the one titled The Old Hag. It centers around sleep paralysis, which I actually suffer from, so the story hits home in more ways than I could have imagined.
This book as a whole is a great read for horror and suspense fans and I recommend it wholeheartedly.
Return to 'Return to Oz' and Other tales by Justin MacCormack
Written in the narrative form, a young boy now a man is haunted by his past. His mother always told him of the "curse" he had upon him. All his traumatic events comeback to the old movie Return to Oz. He learns of his childhood, and a secret he never knew, and that his "horrors" are much closer to home than he ever imagined.
A very original writing style, written in narrative. The Author does give a great introduction into horror stories, he also gives some brief commentary before each story. I really liked that.
This collection of short stories including, Return to Oz-childhood nightmares, Footprints on the Lakeside- a chilling tale, Old Hag-psychologically charged, Undercurrent-sex based bloodshed, and many more .
Being short stories, I won't give any spoilers. But I will say that each story is original, not any particular genre, and very thought provoking. The intro to each story gives the reader something to think about before you start the interesting, original story.
Some were shocking, others were intriguing but all were original and left a lasting impression. Return to 'Return to Oz' and Other Tales is a unique book that I recommend to those of all genres (some stories do have sexual content, and/or violence).
(*I was given this book as a gift)
Well this book hooks you right from the get-go! It's unique, with some refreshingly original concepts that are totally addictive and enthralling. Such a diverse collection that hits all the right spots.
I struggle to think of anything like this publication in the horror fiction market today, with a new writing style to boot!
We begin with 'Footprints On The Lake', a very strong start, and a remarkable journey. Not at all what I expected from the title. This one thrives on intrigue and mystery. We are taken back to the caveman era, and shown how they communicated and lived. This one holds its own. But when one of the tribe notices something bizarre about a nearby lake, the tale takes an unforeseen twist. Magical, enchanting, and leaves you peculiarly emotional. But don't worry horror addicts, there is violence, strangeness, and supernatural elements at play.
The next story felt very personal. Realistic characters and a living situation that you sympathize with. With the exception of a young boy claiming the existence of a monster underneath his bed. This is a new take on an old classic fear that dates back centuries. The irrational, childish worry that something dangerous and evil lurks beneath the bed. But is it so irrational in this case?
The next insertion into this collection will blow your mind. 'Return To Oz' is sensational and gripping. And again, not at all what I expected. Everyone will read a title and make different presumptions. But I could never have been prepared for this superb ride. Expertly crafted, bewitching, explosively vivid, a stand-out chunk of fiction. This will stay with you forever. A first person account of a creepy voyage compared to the classic movies 'The Wizard Of Oz' and 'Return To Oz'. Equally educating as it is astounding.
One thing I love about Justin's writing is that he takes on a distinct energy for each story. That matches perfectly with the flow and pace of each individual short. His narrative not only explains the happenings, but places you there in lifelike detail. Also, the introductions to each story give you an idea what you're in for, or do they? They most certainly have you hungering to find out!
'Concrete Cage' is brutal, raw and rough. A brash and obnoxious piece of fiction that will make you feel uncomfortable, but curiously unable to stop reading. A confrontation between two gangs that bears witness to violence and bloodshed, with an oddly poetic ending.
Although all stories appease in contrasting ways, 'Undercurrent' has to be my favourite. Which is weird as technically speaking it's not a horror in the strictest sense. There are no monsters, psychopaths, ghosts, or spooky old ladies. A group of explorers take a trek like no other. Some like-minded individuals decide to head out on an expedition of underground tunnels. But we as readers are wary of the millions of ways this could go wrong. Deep underground, rocks, slippery surfaces, and unsteady earth. You'll be on the edge of your seat constantly. I felt claustrophobic, anxious, and very unsettled. But the fear of the unknown gives the excursion a dose of adrenaline needed to make it riveting. This one packs a punch and adds even more variety to the mix.
Now we are back to traditional horror with 'Old Hag'. A haunting account of a young girl's experience with a disorder known as sleep paralysis. An ancient, frightening entity lurches onto this innocent girl as she sleeps. Breathless terror, quite literally as the victim feels the weight of the Hag on their chest. While this is horrifying, and possibly the worst sleep disorder I could imagine, we are educated, with very real circumstances and characters. We go beyond the fright and myths, and expose the life-destroying side effects of living with this ailment. As we would expect, she has difficulty sleeping, or even wanting to hit the sack, knowing what is waiting in her unconscious.
'Bacchanal' is an experiment in human behaviour. Students fall under a spell that compels they worship Bacchanal as they visit his temple. But there are no prayers or chants in this worship. This type of praise involves the releasing of inhibitions. Doesn't sound scary until you realise how it produces crazy, irrational, impulsive attitudes. It reveals deep-seated, malicious desires that we hold inside, and forces us to act on them. But just what do they all crave?
These are but a few of what Mr MacCormack offers us, each outstanding, each addictive, each extraordinary.
Possibly the most diverse collection I've ever read. One minute you'll be petrified, the next angry, then awkward, emotional, defeated, empathetic, disturbed. But one thing is for sure, each will entertain, and shock the hairs from your body. Justin is a very talented writer in both his authentic, alluring content, and the execution of it.
The cat Condo was very cheaply made
Return to Oz is a film everyone should see , even if you don't read thgis book. If you do give the book a shot see the movie first.
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