Review: Rookfield by Gordon B. White

Rookfield by Gordon B. White Trepidatio Publishing (October 15, 2021) 108 pages; $12.95 paperback; $5.95 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann An unusual horror story set during a global pandemic, Rookfield hits close to home. A man named Cabot, seriously lacking in self-awareness and full of privilege, is looking for his son and estranged wife … Continue Reading! “Review: Rookfield by Gordon B. White”

Review: Nothing But Blackened Teeth by Cassandra Khaw

Nothing But Blackened Teeth by Cassandra Khaw Tor Nightfire (October 19th, 2021) 128 pages; $19.99 hardback; $10.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann It’s one of the most beloved horror tropes: A group of friends travels to an abandoned building rumored to be haunted. The friends are either going to film a documentary, or … Continue Reading! “Review: Nothing But Blackened Teeth by Cassandra Khaw”

Review: Queen of Teeth by Hailey Piper

Queen of Teeth by Hailey Piper Strangehouse Books (August 2021) 198 pages; $14.95 paperback; $9.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann You might be surprised to learn that Queen of Teeth is the debut novel from Hailey Piper. Her name is everywhere! How can this be her debut? Well, up until this book’s release, Piper … Continue Reading! “Review: Queen of Teeth by Hailey Piper”

Review: Red X by David Demchuk

RED X by David Demchuk Strange Light (August 31st, 2021) 272 pages; $17.95 hardcover; $12.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann I’m officially a fan of authors breaking the fourth wall within their novels in order to communicate directly to their readers in their own voice. I’m here for it. Red X is the … Continue Reading! “Review: Red X by David Demchuk”

Review: My Heart is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones

My Heart is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones Saga Press (August 31st, 2021) 416 pages; $26.99 hardcover; $12.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann “Do you like scary movies?”- Scream (1996) Sometimes movies take their inspiration from books and sometimes books are inspired by movies. In the case of My Heart is a Chainsaw, … Continue Reading! “Review: My Heart is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones”

Review: Of Men and Monsters by Tom Deady

Of Men and Monsters by Tom Deady Crystal Lake Publishing (May 28th, 2021) 120 pages; $10.99 paperback; $3.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Of Men and Monsters is the perfect summer read. It’s short, accessible, and capitalizes on all that wonderful coming-of-age nostalgia so many of us love and crave.

Review: Summer Sons by Lee Mandelo

Summer Sons by Lee Mandelo Tor.com (July 20th, 2021) 384 pages; $22.99 paperback; $0.00 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Summer Sons takes a long, hot, minute before it reaches down to stir up all those horror vibes simmering just under the surface. The story centers on the relationship between Andrew and Eddie. Their … Continue Reading! “Review: Summer Sons by Lee Mandelo”

Review: Survive the Night by Riley Sager

Survive the Night by Riley Sager Dutton (June 29th, 2021) 336 pages; $20.39 hardcover; $14.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Despite the fact that she is still emotionally recovering from the violent murder of her roommate and best friend by a suspected serial killer, Charlie Jordan accepts a rideshare request from a young … Continue Reading! “Review: Survive the Night by Riley Sager”

Review: Deathtripping by Andersen Prunty

Deathtripping by Andersen Prunty Grindhouse Press (July 2020) 424 pages; $16.95 paperback; $2.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann A short story is a love affair, a novel is a marriage. A short story is a photograph; a novel is a film. -Lorrie Moore I discovered Andersen Prunty during the beginning of the Coronavirus pandemic … Continue Reading! “Review: Deathtripping by Andersen Prunty”

Review: Goddess of Filth by V. Castro

Goddess of Filth by V. Castro Creature Publishing (March 2021) 156 pages; $14.64paperback; $9.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann This is a possession story with a twist. A few friends gather together to channel their inner witch vibes and unintentionally conjure up an ancient goddess. This sudden presence in the friend group causes … Continue Reading! “Review: Goddess of Filth by V. Castro”

Review: Your Turn to Suffer by Tim Waggoner

Your Turn to Suffer by Tim Waggoner Flame Tree Press (March 2021) 256 pages; $21.74 hardcover; $14.16 paperback; $6.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Lori suffers from stress-induced migraines. She is enjoying a pain-free day shopping for groceries when she is approached by a woman crowding her personal space. Lori notices the woman has … Continue Reading! “Review: Your Turn to Suffer by Tim Waggoner”

Review: Take Your Turn, Teddy by Haley Newlin

Take Your Turn Teddy by Haley Newlin New Degree Press (December 2020) 382 pages; $18.04 paperback; $4.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann Haley Newlin’s Take Your Turn, Teddy is a dark, psychological horror story exploring the manifestations of early childhood trauma. Newlin uses themes of domestic violence, anxiety, and isolation to create a provocative … Continue Reading! “Review: Take Your Turn, Teddy by Haley Newlin”

Review: In Nightmares We’re Alone by Greg Sisco

In Nightmares We’re Alone by Greg Sisco Off Limits Press (March 2021) 260 pages; $16 paperback; $6.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann As far as introductions to an author’s work goes, I can’t think of a better offering than a collection of three, novellas differing in style and substance but sharing the same … Continue Reading! “Review: In Nightmares We’re Alone by Greg Sisco”

Review: Hearts Strange and Dreadful by Tim McGregor

Hearts Strange and Dreadful by Tim McGregor Off Limits Press (February 15, 2021) 276 pages; $16 paperback; $6.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann My favorite book series for the longest time was “The Little House” books by Laura Ingalls Wilder. These books were set in the American Midwest in the late 1800s. Hearts Strange … Continue Reading! “Review: Hearts Strange and Dreadful by Tim McGregor”

Review: The Searching Dead by Ramsey Campbell

The Searching Dead by Ramsey Campbell Flame Tree Press (February 16th, 2021) 256 pages; hardcover $24.95; $14.95 paperback; $6.99 e-book Reviewed by Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann “The Three Births of Daoloth” series is a trilogy that was previously released in hardcover, limited editions by PS Publishing. Now, the series is getting a reprint by Flame Tree … Continue Reading! “Review: The Searching Dead by Ramsey Campbell”