Toxic Therapy | AstraDaemon

CURTIS by Syon Das absolutely needs to be made into a movie. Even though I correctly guessed where the author would take this short, I still enjoyed every page. I don't understand why Das felt the need to include an explanation, pointing out this is horror fiction...this is not supporting or glorifying violence in any way. This is simply a careful-what-you-wish-for situation, written in the dark style Das wields as a master of terror.

I also highly recommend WORKHORSE by Das, written in a similar vein.

As always,

AstraDaemon

Failure | AstraDaemon

Ryan Dansfield had known Josea Cunningham since they were freshmen in high school. For four long years, Josea had tormented him for no apparent reason. No one else seemed to care about Ryan's pain, or even notice what a jerk Josea was. Much to Ryan's dismay, he realized that he would be attending the same university as his high school bully. Ryan cringed at the thought of having to spend another four years looking at Josea's face. Once college started, he couldn't stand the constant academic and athletic praise the idiot seemed to get. Things always seemed to get better for Josea Cunningham. But then... something happened. Something that shocked the campus, Josea's friends, and the wrestling coach. People were heartbroken about the event that had transpired. But not Ryan. No, Ryan Dansfield had been waiting for an opportunity like this all along. He had wished for a chance to disrespect, and mock Josea...and now he had it. What Ryan forgot, however, is that everything comes with a price.

HIGHER LEARNING by Syon Das is told through the POV of a bullied student planning his revenge. I have to say, I think his plan is incredibly stupid. However, the characters are intriguing and the end is a shocker.

As always,

AstraDaemon

Let The Bodies Hit The Floor | AstraDaemon

ENDINGS by Syon Das is a brutal flash fiction story of how people change, and the horror those changes bring. Not as graphic as most extreme horror, but not for tourists of the genre...recommending only to hardcore horror fans.

If you like this kind of story, I also recommend WORKHORSE by Das.

As always,

AstraDaemon

Giving Notice | AstraDaemon

WORKHORSE by Syon Das is a flash fiction blood fest about a guy snapping at work. His grievances with his co-workers are legitimately terrible, and he has zero consummations left to give. His resignation is tendered in blood. Horror fans will appreciate the creative confrontations.

This is my favorite story by this author.

As always,

AstraDaemon

Should've Used Ear Plugs | AstraDaemon

DARJEELING by Syon Das is a short story filled with graphic horror. I love how the author builds suspense through Sunil's POV: a teen too curious for his own good. The descriptions are brutal, but not over-the-top. Das balances the gore and action perfectly, and adds a touch of cultural folklore to keep the readers frozen in fear.

I also recommend the author's story FAMILY.

As always,

AstraDaemon

Late Night Visitor | AstraDaemon

Joshua and Daniel Duncan love Halloween. The unhealthy snacks, gory horror films, and corny decorations warm their teenage hearts like no other holiday ever could. However, on this Halloween night, someone special is at their front door. Someone they've known their whole lives. There's always room for family.

FAMILY by Syon Das is a great flash piece of horror, and I wish I had read this story closer to Halloween. I love the details about the boys and what they were watching on the TV. Great setting, solid build-up of suspense, and a perfect "oh shit" ending.

As always,

AstraDaemon