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Dead Girls and Dead Things edited by RJ Roles

 


Here is an anthology of stories by some of Books of Horror’s fabulous women. Each story carries the distinct, amazing voices of these women. There is no way anyone can pick a favorite in this book. Below, I share the synopsis of each story.

One For Sorrow by AJ Mullican. A young lady crosses paths with a crow. A dark and twisted story. A fantastic story to lead us into this anthology. 

The Watcher by Angelique Jordanna. Aja has a stalker who is looking after her. I haven’t read many Jordanna stories, but this one seems different from what I have read. I absolutely think this story is so unique and amazing. 

Admission by Rayne Havok. Avery wants to go to this club and is going to do whatever it takes. Havok always brings her best to her writing. Freaking loved this one!

Living in Sin by Nat Whiston. A woman is grieving her husband’s death. I was blown away by this story. So many twists and turns and the ending was so unexpected.

Stay Awhile by Donna Latham. Lilly has a fascination with death. By now, Latham has put herself on my favorite author’s list. Great writing and storytelling. You never know what to expect from Latham.

In Her Reflection by Tara Losacano. Chelsea has lived a hard life and just wants a break from it all. Wow, this story was unexpected! Totally jaw-dropping.

The Doll’s Revenge by Peggi Boone. James, newly single, is having a hard go of life lately. A fun and quick story, a kind of palette cleanser story. 

Shuffler by Regina Watts. Opal is a young lady trying to survive day-to-day life. I really liked this story, but the ending!!! Ugh… 

Modern Relationships by Natasha Sinclair and Ruthann Jagge. Two women battle over what each other wants and deserves. These two authors are amazing with imagination and expressive writing.

Don’t Look In The Box by Allisha McAdoo. Maria is having a really bad run of luck lately. A dark, twisted, fantastic story to keep your heart rate up!

Good Eatin’ by Judith Sonnet. Ryann is a homeless man that spends the night in the woods. If you’ve read Sonnet, you know it’s a rough story. Highly emotional writing that puts you in the story and gives you everything you need to feel the darkness. Fantastic story.

The Cavity Wall by Michelle von Eschen. A married couple are in mourning and rely heavily on each other for support. A completely unexpected, warped story. I’d love to know how Eschen came up with this story. 

I think every story in this book is a hit. Amazing stories by very talented female authors. RJ knows how to find the stories that give a wide range of emotions. Every single story ranges from dreadful to happiness. It is like RJ makes a list of emotions and checks off each one as he finds the story to fill that feeling. You need this book!!

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