Déjà Vu | AstraDaemon

ICE CREAM MAN by J.D. Krueger reminds me of another flash fiction story I read, almost exactly a year ago, with the same title, but different author name (Ben Larracey). I don't know if the author switched pen names and changed up the cover, or if this person plagiarized the other author.

Much like the first version I read, there is a lot of emphasis on how fat the kid is. If I didn't know any better, I'd think this IS the same story, re-released. Once again, I will say, more could have been done with the characters, and the ending is abrupt.

As always,

AstraDaemon

Diabeetus

THE ICE CREAM MAN by Ben Larracey is a flash fiction piece which incorrectly claims to be in the vein of Stephen King. I disagree. Much space is wasted, emphasizing how fat Little Billy is, as well as how bad his eating habits are.

The Ice Cream Man is a meager part of the story, when the author could have done more with the character. I am really disappointed with the abrupt ending.

Larracey's story had potential, but it's now rotting in a basement.

As always,
AstraDaemon