Poisoned | AstraDaemon

THE OMEN TREE by Fredrick Niles centers on a town with a serial killer, demonic entities, and a secret society. The main characters are three middle school students who realize there is something very wrong with their town, but none of the adults will listen to them. Even after a young lady goes missing, most folk continuing living in denial about the severity of the situation. Thank goodness for the school librarian, and the power of books.

I couldn't figure out how everything fit together, until Ian, Ella and Ben make a horrifying discovery in the woods. Even then, I had no idea where the rest of the story would take me. The epilogue is terrifying, and makes me think we might see a sequel. If I'm wrong, this novel still works as a stand-alone. However, I predict Ben becomes a Harbinger, Ella becomes a librarian, and Ian becomes the Sheriff. For a twist, Claire could be the next one to carve skin-stars.

I've read a couple of short stories by Niles, but this is definitely his best work.

As always,

AstraDaemon

Werewolf or Wendigo?

THE MOON WAS SOAKED IN WINE by Fredrick Niles is a tale about consumption. Wasted on wine, a guy searches through the woods for his missing girlfriend, and discovers a secret about her. While somewhat predictable, still entertaining.

I also recommend NDA by Niles, a twisted warning about revealing insider info.

As always,
AstraDaemon

Termination Is Final

NDA by Fredrick Niles is an obvious jab at a well-known real-life corporation...and not far off from the truth. The author has created a great twist on the concept of revealing insider info. The ending includes a bit of dark humor.

I will definitely be reading more from Niles this year.

As always,
AstraDaemon