Flash Fiction Fail

Blackouts have always been Melissa's problem, but now she has a new one. People are missing, and she isn't entirely convinced she's not responsible.

Stained by Kayla Krantz is an interesting twist on sleepwalking, but failed to deliver any real horror. Several elements are introduced into the story, such as an "incident" in Melissa's childhood, which has affected her relationship with her mother. However, the author never reveals what happened in the family's past.

Very little is revealed about Melissa and her relationships, or non-relationships, with other people, making it difficult to feel anything for the character in any way. When Melissa creates a drawing, I thought Krantz would go somewhere with that detail, but, again, no explanation.

I think Krantz had a good idea for a story, and she could've went in many different directions with the storyline. Unfortunately, the idea is wasted on a flash fiction piece which stagnates in Melissa's head.

As always,
AstraDaemon