Sunday Suspense: Lifted

I recently read Hoarder by Patti Larsen in May, and decided to read her story Lifted to see if she is consistent with her storytelling. No..not at all...Lifted is far superior to Hoarder. Jenny's shoplifting experience is so original and shocking, I would love to see Larsen do more with this particular storyline...maybe more short stories centered around the store, Curious, or a full-length novel about the store's owner.

This is the kind of story Stephen King himself would enjoy.

As always,
AstraDaemon

Jane's Addiction

Hoarder by Patti Larsen is not the "paranormal" horror story I was expecting. While the doll involved does bring a touch of the supernatural, this story is more a sad drama exposing the hidden side of hoarding. Even though it is a work of fiction, I found myself captivated by the realistic downfall of Jane. The author put so much detail into Jane's mental breakdown, the doll wasn't even necessary to keep me captivated. Larsen is a natural storyteller.

As always,
AstraDaemon