A review by michelles_book_nook
Scorpius by Ryker Strode

challenging dark fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

⚠️ TW: animal death, cannibalism, drug use, brief mentions of miscarriage ⚠️ This was such a trippy read that gives off creepily disturbing 90's horror vibes! This horror novella follows Jay and his long term girlfriend, Sadie, who are at a beach front hotel to celebrate Valentine's Day but unfortunately Sadie decides she can't be with him anymore and they split up over dinner. He knows they have had a treacherous relationship in recent years and as he begins to understand the issues that have caused their break up and the fact only he can change these things he decides to go for a walk along the beach to clear his mind. But little does he know that his afternoon walk will turn into a night of terror as he battles his own demons. This novella is written so cleverly and makes you so uneasy in parts. And despite Sadie and Jay not being very likeable characters, you couldn't help but feel for them both especially as the picture of what goes on during Jay's terror filled night starts to really come to light. Overall, this was a great quick read and if you are a horror fan I recommend giving it a go.

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