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ronophica's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
darkmark's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
A fun collection of horror short stories set around Halloween.
I picked this up without realizing the author is from the same city as me, so it was fun to hear all the nods to where we grew up.
I picked this up without realizing the author is from the same city as me, so it was fun to hear all the nods to where we grew up.
kindlemecozy's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
If you’re in search of this a horror book that gives “tales from the crypt” or a much darker “are you afraid of the dark” vibes — this book is it! 18 horror stories based out of one location, where things always get a little weird around Halloween!
bean0530's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed this! Definitely recommend for a Halloween read since all of the stories are set on Halloween. I also found it neat that all of the stories were about that one town (Devil's Hill) and the first and last stories went together to really bring it full circle.
I also thought the stories in this book would make a super neat Halloween tv anthology series! I was imagining how each one would be perfect for that. I'm really excited to read the Grindhouse book now.
I also thought the stories in this book would make a super neat Halloween tv anthology series! I was imagining how each one would be perfect for that. I'm really excited to read the Grindhouse book now.
bean0530's review
5.0
I really enjoyed this! Definitely recommend for a Halloween read since all of the stories are set on Halloween. I also found it neat that all of the stories were about that one town (Devil's Hill) and the first and last stories went together to really bring it full circle.
I also thought the stories in this book would make a super neat Halloween tv anthology series! I was imagining how each one would be perfect for that. I'm really excited to read the Grindhouse book now.
I also thought the stories in this book would make a super neat Halloween tv anthology series! I was imagining how each one would be perfect for that. I'm really excited to read the Grindhouse book now.
erinxmegan's review against another edition
dark
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Self harm
jenniferlwatson's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
bookish_spren's review against another edition
4.0
My rating is actually closer to 3.5. This is such a good Halloween book. It's an anthology and it has some really good creepy and disturbing stories. My favorite stories were: I Heart Serial Killers, Cats of Friday the 13th, La Llorona Returns, House of Souls and Groceries. There were a couple that were a little too gory for me so I skipped the remaining of the story. I would of rated it four stars but I did feel that it needed some editing specially in the beginning. I did see that the author posted that he is getting an updated edited version coming out so I know I'll most likely reread them again next year. Plus the cover is amazing!!! Looking forward to reading more stories by this author.
ghostinthepages's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
5.0
I loved this collection! I love how some of the stories tied into the others and I will definitely read this one again in the future!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide
Minor: Domestic abuse and Self harm
spookyoctopusreads's review against another edition
4.0
OMGGG! Were you one of the awkward teenagers who grew up devouring every R.L. Stein, Christopher Pike, and Caroline B. Cooney book in the school library? **raises hand** I know I was, and this book totally brought back those "middle school horror" feels, but in a totally more grown-up way.
I loved that even though every story in this book could be a stand-alone short, they were all tied together with the the town of Devil's Hill, Arizona. Devil's Hill is such a creeptastic town that reminded me a little of Fear Street. Every story was unique, and it is evident that E. Reyes certainly has a mind for the dark, ominous, and eerie.
There are so many different horror troupes, so there is really something in this book for every horror fanatic to sink their claws into. I especially loved "Isabella's Doll" and "First Day on the Job." Who doesn't love a creepy doll story or a story in which the bad guy "gets his." Seriously though, the whole concept of someone working for the devil to recruit men who commit crimes against women to a damnation in Hell...well, that was an awesome story!
The only reason I had to take a star off of my review is simply because the book could use some editing and revision. There were some simple errors that may have been typos, but there were other areas where the wording was awkward and drew me out of the story I was immersed in. (EDITED TO ADD: The author has since created another edition that corrects may of the previous errors.)
Overall, I would FOR SURE recommend this book to horror lovers and horror newbies alike, and I will certainly be looking for more E. Reyes in the future!
I loved that even though every story in this book could be a stand-alone short, they were all tied together with the the town of Devil's Hill, Arizona. Devil's Hill is such a creeptastic town that reminded me a little of Fear Street. Every story was unique, and it is evident that E. Reyes certainly has a mind for the dark, ominous, and eerie.
There are so many different horror troupes, so there is really something in this book for every horror fanatic to sink their claws into. I especially loved "Isabella's Doll" and "First Day on the Job." Who doesn't love a creepy doll story or a story in which the bad guy "gets his." Seriously though, the whole concept of someone working for the devil to recruit men who commit crimes against women to a damnation in Hell...well, that was an awesome story!
The only reason I had to take a star off of my review is simply because the book could use some editing and revision. There were some simple errors that may have been typos, but there were other areas where the wording was awkward and drew me out of the story I was immersed in. (EDITED TO ADD: The author has since created another edition that corrects may of the previous errors.)
Overall, I would FOR SURE recommend this book to horror lovers and horror newbies alike, and I will certainly be looking for more E. Reyes in the future!