Soul Searching

SHEPHERDS ON THE HILLS OF ETERNITY by Gary Jonas is a fantastic metaphysical story! I thought I would be reading a vampire story...I suppose in some ways it is, but the author has put an interesting twist on this particular predator.

I think all readers will be able to relate to Steve's thoughts and feelings, as he faces an inner struggle on multiple levels. The ending is thrilling, and I wish the author had written an entire novel to include Brother Benjamin's personal history.

As always,
AstraDaemon

Under The Gun

What would you do if someone jammed a gun to your head?
Let Larry live the experience so you don't have to.
But the real question is: would you have his reaction?

SINCE I HAD A GUN TO MY HEAD by Gary Jonas is an extremely disturbing flash fiction piece. I felt extreme sympathy for Larry, considering the post-traumatic stress he suffered from. The ending shocked me. 

This is not horror, as much as a personal drama. While I appreciate the attention Jonas gives to a very real problem, I prefer the author's paranormal stories far more.
As always,
AstraDaemon

It's Just A Question

When Alex Peterson touches people, he gets flashes of the terrible things they've done. When he admits this in a game of Truth or Dare, his friends dare him to touch the creepy neighbor, who may be a murderer.

TAKING THE DARE by Gary Jonas begins with a fascinating hook: seeing people's guilty memories, quickly followed up with rumors of a child killer in the neighborhood. For some reason, one line in particular hit me like a strobe light, so I thought I knew what would unfold, but Jonas managed to surprise me.

This is only the second story I've read by this author, but I really enjoy his writing style, so far.

As always,
AstraDaemon