Wearing Shadows: A devilishly dark horror novella & 9 short stories (Wearing Horror)

by Simon Woodward

FBT review:

Step into the world of darkness and terror with "Wearing Shadows: A devilishly dark horror novella & 9 short stories". In this collection, author Simon Woodward weaves together haunting tales that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

In the eponymous novella, a troubled actress delves into the realm of the occult, undergoing a horrifying cosmetic surgery that amputates her very own shadow. What follows is a nightmare of gruesome consequences.

But that's just the beginning. With stories like "The Man with Sticks and Hooks" and "The Master Workshop", Woodward delivers chilling tales of obsession, revenge, and the macabre. Each story is a twisted journey into the depths of human darkness, with surprises lurking at every turn.

For fans of Stephen King, Joe Hill, and Clive Barker, "Wearing Shadows" is a must-read collection. Prepare to be captivated, disturbed, and terrified as you uncover the secrets hidden within these pages.

Publisher Description:

None of us can escape the darkness that haunts our souls. We are all pretending. We are all wearing shadows.

Wearing Shadows: In this eponymous novella, a troubled actress undergoes the most extreme, occult cosmetic surgery - the amputation of her shadow - with gruesome results.

The Man with Sticks and Hooks: A game of cat and mouse unfolds as the diabolical Man with Sticks and Hooks preys on a blind, but equally ruthless businesswoman.

The Master Workshop: An apprentice violin maker learns that pain and murder are essential parts of the creative process.

Chalk Bodies: A father’s lies lead his son to the scene of a historic betrayal, where a dark shadow patiently waits to claim its revenge.

This is the second installment in Simon Paul Woodward's midnight-dark Wearing Horror collection. If you're a fan of Stephen King, Joe Hill or Clive Barker, you'll love these unsettling stories with a twist.