3.5 stars rounded up


Disjointed follows 5 short horror stories all dealing with a type of psychological horror/ cursed object.

✨Veil of Despair- a cursed wedding veil shows people what they want to see, that is until it doesn’t…

✨Nightmare Bleed- A group of friends start having interconnected nightmares

✨Mirrors of The Damned- A trip to the boardwalk from The Lost Boys turns into a living nightmare once the group enters the hall of mirrors.

✨ The Obsidian Mirror- A therapist takes a new approach with her clients. Can looking in the mirror truly change everything?

✨ The Twisted Canvas-A cursed painting keeps an artists legacy living on

I gave this short story collection 3.5 stars ⭐️

I really think the author did a fantastic job for her debut collection. Overall the writing was polished. The stories were easy to read and I flew through them all in one sitting. The collection was creepy. I loved the spooks it delivered.

I do wish that the stories were a bit lengthier. While I loved that they were quick, I would’ve enjoyed to see each one elaborated on just a bit. I feel like expanding upon the characters a bit and adding a bit more to the spooky scenes would go a long way.

I did love how each story ended with an open ending of sorts! If done right, that can be my favorite endings in horror. I love having that ambiguity. It leaves the reader wondering and thinking about the story.

If you’re looking for a short read to knock out a reading goal, check out this book. It’s on kindle unlimited and is a perfect book to read in one sitting. Plus a few of the stories mention Christmas, making it the perfect time of the year!

Another twisty installment! I loved how new characters were introduced throughout the story. I really liked the additions. This book was also extremely twisty! I did feel like this story went by a little too fast and that some of the characters feelings didn't feel fleshed out enough for me. I would love to see this as a full length story. I feel as if it wouldn't feel as rushed then. The ending still left me wanting more! I had to keep reading to find out what happened to the characters.

You Don't See Me by M. Marques was a fast and fun read.

It's a short story collection that I consumed in less than two hours. The stories were short, sweet, to the point, and some of them had some chilling final paragraphs.

Overall I really enjoyed this collection. Would've loved to see a few of the stories expanded a bit more.

It's time to talk about Hiding Lies by Stephanie Rose

✨First, let me tell you that Stephanie Rose is the proud owner of an online indie bookstore named Death By TBR Books. If this book catches your attention be sure to preorder it from her for a signed personalized edition! ✨

Hiding Lies is told in alternating POVs. We have Lydia, who has had a traumatic childhood. She's now a forensic photographer for the police. Then there's Adam. He works in a bookstore and has also had a horrible childhood. He's also a serial killer...

When people are found dead at campsites, Lydia is called in to document the scene. But the messages behind the kills are starting to get to Lydia. She starts to question everything.
Phew. This book is fantastic, but also not for the feint of heart. It has some violent scenes. Be sure to look up trigger warnings and such before diving in!

This book was very reminiscent of YOU and The Butcher and The Wren. It has a cat and mouse detective style to it and kept me hooked from the very beginning. This book is perfect for true crime lovers. It's beautiful ode to Silence Of the Lambs.
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I loved how deep it dived into the secrets we hide from one another and how they affect everyone—not just us.

Eldritch was born with a veil over his face. He's always been able to see ghosts and demons. Life has not been kind to him, but now Eldritch must face his biggest challenge yet. He must face a demon who wants nothing but to torture him.
This book was great. It focuses on religious trauma and overcoming it. I really enjoyed the author's writing and the message within.