My occult horror novella, RAVEN HILL, is available from Amazon. It’s a kind of eco-horror story with a strong occult witchcraft theme. Hopefully, it will be the first of a series.
4.0 out of 5.0 stars
Great story
I truly enjoyed this story. It grabbed my attention quickly and held onto it throughout. Will definitely look for more by this author
5.0 out of 5.0 stars5.0
Horror novella
At first I wasn’t sure what to think about this novella. It does have horror and relateable characters. I could see this as an episode in a horror show. Although, I think that someone falling in love as quickly as Nate and Abbie is silly or just way to fast the rest of the book was great and fast paced.
4.0 out of 5.0 stars
A town ensnared by black magic
Nate and Miranda’s long-standing relationship appears to be coming to an end. But the relationship takes an unexpected turn when upon visiting the local pub one evening, both are accosted by a raving patron. Shortly thereafter, strange marks show up on Nate’s face and Miranda begins to act weird. Then after an encounter with the loon that lives on the outskirts of town, Miranda insists that Nate go make amends, but on the way there he meets up with a traveling band of folk performers. Through them, he learns that all is not as it seems in Raven Hill. The village has fallen under the control of a rogue witch who has caused the land to fester and rot before their eyes. With the only option being to rid the village from the witch’s influence Nate tags along with the troupe to help. What he learns in the process opens his eyes to an entirely new and sinister world that he had never before imagined existed.
Raven Hill is an addictively suspenseful horror novella by author Jools G. King. Starting slowly, King paints a suspenseful picture of a town gripped by a sinister entity. For me this was reminiscent of how the town of Gatlin was at the mercy of the children of the corn. (And the irony of this statement is not lost on me either) Raven Hill’s problems are not the result of mere children, but a 300-year-old rogue witch and her minions. The story quickly picks up once Nate meets Abbie and her coven and learns about their true reasons for being at the village. After he makes the decision to join them I can only say that the pace, narrative and overall vibe of the book kicked into hyperdrive. King’s descriptions of the witch’s lair were so vivid I was practically gagging while reading. And for a long-time fan of horror – the bloodier the better – this is a feat that only a few authors have ever achieved.
Clocking in at around 150 pages, Raven Hill is a quick read that will suck you in and keep you entertained and maybe even a little grossed out. If you are a fan of horror, suspense, and are not squeamish then Raven Hill would be a good quick hit to add to your TBR. This is the first book that I have read from this author, but I am looking forward to reading more.
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Brilliantly Crafted Story
Truly enjoyed this book…the character development was robust and storyline engaging. The imagery created was as intense as watching each scene from my front porch. Sorry, you’ll get no spoilers from me but you will get a high recommendation to add to your reading list. Looking forward to reading more works from Mr King!
Here’s the blurb:
A grim horror overshadows the village. A horror over three hundred years old. Here lives a witch who seeks vengeance on the folk who live beneath Raven Hill.
A witch gone rogue, an evil crone with a vengeance that must be satisfied at all costs.
Fish are dying. Crops are withering. The birds no longer sing. Everywhere, flocks of malevolent ravens darken the skies. The air is poisoned.
Nate fears the life is slowly being choked from the village. But he has no idea why.
For the villagers, time is running out.
Who is the mysterious but enchanting Abbie who has set up camp close by? Is her travelling folk band here merely to entertain the locals?
Or is their purpose far more ominous?
Nate must uncover the haunting legacy of Raven Hill before it’s too late for both him and the village. That means he has no choice but to confront the evil crone in her lair.
This gripping tale of horror and redemption will envelop you in its chilling embrace, inviting you to confront your deepest fears and uncover the dark secrets of Raven Hill.
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