This short story had me hooked from the first page, being a short book, I thought the story would be rush and everything will be jammed into it and then had a bad ending, but boy was I wrong on all of this. Even for a short read this story flowed very well and was very well written. The story line itself was well done and flowed very well that I never felt lost or didn’t understand what was going on. The characters were so amazingly done that it was hard not to relate or find yourself rooting for them. Rene had lost his siter and trying to cope he turns to substance, but then he starts hallucinating a woman. Belladonna has lived her life in a forest and everything she has been living for is not all that great, but then she finds Rene and it seems to her everything has changed. There was so much packed into this story there’s drama, magic, the supernatural, a dark romance, thrill and a murder mystery to be solved.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Reimerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Reimer2024-09-02 09:29:472024-09-27 12:42:22Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Jennifer Reimer
I read this book in just a few hours. I absolutely loved it. I think you will too. Sinister Styx is a very talented writer that will keep you on the edge of your seat, all the while wondering if René and Belladonna’s twisted relationship will develop into more.
He’s my new obsession and the key to avenging my people. René is the only one who cares about the dead, because he knows deep loss. We’re kindred spirits. I’ll give him relief from his pain, and he’ll give me everything – including his life.
René
Three years of being steeped in death, booze, and pills have finally caught up with me. I think I might be cracking apart. Who is the otherworldly woman that visits me in the darkness? She’s the new addiction I can’t give up; and she’s left her mark on me – literally.
It takes a special kind of writer to craft such a unique and gripping story condensed into a quick read. While it did give me the impression that it was just an opener to a new and bigger world, I thoroughly enjoyed each and every page. The characters were well developed and interesting to read about. I kind of feel like I barely know Belladonna and that there’s SO much more to her story. I anxiously await a sequel and will be one of the first to snag it up.
Corpse Pixie By: Sinister Styx Review by: Susan Ratchford 5 Stars
I had an absolute blast reading this book. I loved the way the characters played off each other! Corpse Pixie has the perfect blend of comedy, romance, and dark fantasy! Belladonna and Renè’s story was sexy and very intriguing. I also loved Seraphine! I only wish there was more! The length did make it a wonderful date night read! With fast paced action and a mystery to boot you will absolutely love this eccentric fantasy! I truly hope this is the start of a series. I need more of this group!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Susan Ratchfordhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSusan Ratchford2023-05-15 14:34:402023-05-24 07:55:15Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Susan Ratchford
Corpse Pixie is a Dark Paranormal Romance that is a short story that is packed with, magic, drama, murder, greed, and pixie dust. This authors style of writing and her attention to detail along with her creative yet supportive and fully developed characters make for one heck of a ride. From the moment I started reading I knew this was going to be a hell of a ride. I couldn’t stop reading even if I wanted to there was no putting it down. This may be short but holy cow what a punch it throws and the twists and turns had me on edge trying to figure out what was going to happen next. René is suffering from the loss of his twin sister’s murder. He will stop at nothing to find the killer but what will happen when he starts seeing a silhouette in his dreams? Belladonna for years has been trying to keep herself safe by hiding out. But when bodies start showing up in her forrest something has to be done. Can Belladonna and Rene’ find the killer? I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading more from this Author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Dawn Daughenbaughhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDawn Daughenbaugh2023-05-15 04:05:262023-05-22 21:35:01Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh
I truly enjoyed this book and can’t wait to see how the story continues. The paranormal storyline was a unique combination I believe I have come across before. It was a quick, easy enjoyment read that I would recommend reading.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Sarah Kinghttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngSarah King2023-05-14 22:52:382023-05-24 07:47:33Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Sarah King
What a great novella. Honestly I typically stay away from novellas because we often see them rushed/ lacking info that would benefit the story but this author slays novellas. This story packed a heck of a punch being well rounded, thrilling and mysterious with the supernatural mixed in. I was head over heels for the characters, the ideas and I read it as fast as humanly possible! The story line is brilliant and I know I’m going to have a hard time finding something to read that illicits the same feels for a while!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00April McCoyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngApril McCoy2023-05-14 22:12:032023-05-24 07:51:45Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by April McCoy
Corpse Pixie wasn’t what I imagined it would be. It’s definitely original and interesting. There aren’t any heroes in this book (in my opinion) just lesser of a few evils. It’s a short book. You can read it in a few hours. It’s a page turner. I’ve never read a book with so many hybrid supernatural characters. I really hope there will be more like this one. There’s romance but it’s hard to describe what it’s like. It’s not hallmark movie romance and it kinda creeps up on the characters. I think my favorite character is Seraphine. She seems so interesting and I hope we get to learn more about her life.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amber Howardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmber Howard2023-05-14 21:48:362023-05-24 07:51:26Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Amber Howard
Corpse Pixie was a quick rollercoaster of emotions from Sinister Styx! I’m not sure how they fit in so much detail and emotion in such a short read, but they did an amazing job. You’ll find plenty of dark, paranormal romance scenes here with murder, crime-solving, grief, and more! I was surprised by not only being gripped by the very first page but speeding through what felt like a very involved book. I highly recommend picking this up if the darker side of paranormal is your groove. I can’t wait to see what other adventures Sinister Styx has for us!
You’ve got Belladonna who has fallen for Rene and will do anything for him as he will be everything and more for her. You’ve got Rene, who’s been down in the dumps ever since losing his twin sister. He has something to distract him, that ends up being Belladonna. When another crime happens, they both work together to see what happens. This dark paranormal romance is a great book to try!
This was a great, quick easy read. It is a dark paranormal with grief being at the forefront. I almost thought this was a predictable story at one point, but a few twists were thrown in. Even with this being such a fast read, the characters and story were never lacking. The details really came through beautifully.
This is the first book I’ve read by Sinister Styx and I’m hooked! This is a dark paranormal story filled with plenty of paranormal creatures, lust, love, murder and more. The cover caught my attention and the synopsis was intriguing, but the story was more than I’d hoped for. It was very fast paced and an easy read. I felt a connection with Belladonna. I can only hope there is more to come. I highly recommend this book if you like dark paranormal stories. I can’t wait to see what else this author has in store.
René is a young man who is going through a tough time and to get himself through it, he is drowning his sorrows in booze, pills and solitude, apart from his one friend who tries to keep him alive, at least. Belladonna is a fae who watches over the dead and sees that they are respected, but she hides away in her forest where she is safe, that is until she comes across a man who could be the answer to a long lost dream.
Once Belladonna sets her sights on René, she cannot look away, she feels that he could be a kindred spirit, he has also suffered a loss which has left a deep mark, but she is cunning with how she approaches him and decides how to proceed with her plan. Meanwhile, René is having vivid dreams of a mysterious and enchanting woman, which he believe are starting to bleed Into his reality and that he is beginning to lose his mind after the last three years of abusing it, but is this figment just his imagination running wild, or is something truly out of the ordinary happening to him?
René has no idea what the future will hold for him, especially while he battles his new addiction, but he knows he has a dream to fulfil before he can surrender to his inner darkness and its deathly call, but will Belladonna decide how to keep René by her side forever and will he get a choice in the matter? This is a dark paranormal romance where dreams can either be made, or broken when death is in the air, as two individuals come together to try and make their dreams come true in this dark tale which pulls you in and keeps you on your toes throughout.
This was a cute story. I had not heard of a corpse pixie before so this was a little different for me but I found myself liking Belladonna. I especially liked how she grew and changed when she developed feelings for Rene. The story was interesting and I did like the twist in the ending about who the killer was. It is a good book and I recommend it.
This book is a refreshing take on the fae and how they interact with the mundane of the world. Such an original story. I love the characters and interactions as well as the plot line. I will definitely be reading more Sinister Styx!
Rene’s twin sister was killed and he made a promise to avenge her by finding the murderer. When another body appears the same way his sister’s body was, he knows the killer is back. He’s trying his hardest to keep it together while working different angles. Rene thinks he is losing his mind. At night he keeps having sensual dreams about a beautiful woman so when he starts seeing her in the daytime as well, he knows it’s only a matter of time before he has a mental breakdown.
Belladonna is half pixie, half necromancer. When she sees Rene at the latest crime scene, she knows that he is going to be hers. She loves playing with him, making him crazy. They are kindred spirits. He lost his sister and she lost her whole family. She makes a deal with him, whether he agrees with it or not it’s happening. Belladonna will help him avenge his sister if Rene helps to kill her enemies.
I absolutely love this author! Their writing is so unique and interesting.Very fast paced and always has multiple elements. The author has a way with imagery, even though this was only a novella, it was packed full with detail. Magic, pixies, witches, necromancy, with the killer being a twist, you are in for an exciting ride with this read!
This was a great short paranormal romance. This author has an amazing way of creating new and unique stories in a way that captivates a reader and doesn’t let go. This story was great with a murder mystery to solve, magical beings, and a romance that I didn’t see coming. Belladonna is a pixie of the deadly kind. She has live a secluded life away from people and the risk of hunters. When Rene comes on her radar she sees her opportunity to use him to get her revenge on the hunters that hunt her and other paranormal beings. Rene is suffering from deep grief over the loss of his twin sister. He still doesn’t know who murdered her but when another body turns up exactly the same he know he needs to get to the bottom of this. This is when he meets his angel. However Belladonna is a lot of things but an angel she is not.
What evolves is a story full of danger, secrets being reveled, and twists that I didn’t see coming. The end also leaves an opening for other books in the series which I really hope the author creates.
A dark paranormal book that sucked me in from the beginning. René is hurting after his twin sister is murdered. He can’t seem to process the fact that she’s gone and doesn’t want to stop searching for the killer. He visits crime scenes where other women are found to see if any leads might help find the killer. I can feel the pain and loss René is experiencing since I’ve lost several family members in my lifetime. Belladonna has been hiding for a long time to keep herself safe. When bodies are left in her woods, she must act to save her home. When she sees René, he intrigues her enough that sh starts showing herself to him in dreams. What does she want to do with René? Will they ever find the killer and keep others safe? That my friends, you will figure out as you read along.
Rene has spent the last three years wallowing in grief over the loss of his twin sister, Cerise. He spends most of his time wallowing in self pity, drinking away his sorrows, and popping pills in an effort to forget his pain. For three years Rene has been trying to find the person who murdered his sister by visiting other crime scenes that appear to be murders similar to those of his sister. When he visits a murder scene where the body has been laid out with flowers and a circle of bones it feels as though somebody cared for the deceased person. Rene cannot help but feel as though something is different and senses another presence watching him. When he looks over, he catches a quick glimpse of someone with violet-colored eyes, but she disappears as fast as he saw it. Once Rene returns home, he continues to feel the presence and catches fleeting glimpses of an otherworldly female. He feels as though he is slowly losing his grip on reality and starts to question his own sanity.
Belladonna has been hiding in the forest and acting as a recluse for years where she can feel at peace with nature. Her life was a quiet one until humans entered her forest and desecrated the body, she had laid out so peacefully as a way to honor the deceased person. The humans came and carelessly tossed the bones into a bag and destroyed the shrine she had so lovingly created. When Belladonna sees Rene at the crime scene, she senses his grief and knows that he is different from the other humans. She feels as though they are kindred spirits because he has sensed deep loss and becomes obsessed with Rene. Belladonna decides that Rene will be the one to avenge her people and follows him home. She pops in and out and shows glimpses of herself, making her presence known to Rene until the time is right and she is ready to make him hers.
This was another delightfully sinister and dark novella by this brilliant and talented author. Albeit a brief read it packs a lot of punch and is beautifully written. The storyline is chocked full of suspense, danger, intrigue, murder, mayhem, pixies, magic, and the desire to seek revenge. The characters of Belladonna and Rene are engaging and intriguing. Both have a desire to help the murdered women but have their own ways of doing so. Rene is a shell of his former self after his twin sister was murdered. He has been slowly killing himself with booze and pills and has become obsessed with fining his sister’s killer. Belladonna senses his grief and becomes obsessed with making him hers. Rene and Belladonna do seem drawn to one another and have a connection. As their connection grows the two of them work together to try to find out who is murdering these women and dumping their bodies. I highly recommend this dark paranormal romance.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tara Johnson Barneshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTara Johnson Barnes2023-05-10 11:57:202023-05-12 13:40:51Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes
This was a very good dark paranormal romance. You have Rene who tragically lost his twin sister, and is desperately trying to solve his twin’s murder, when he comes across a strange murder. A corpse in a bone circle. He then encounters Belladonna. The pixie whom the bone circle belongs to. Their romance starts off on an interesting note, and then blooms into something else. Belladonna wants to exact revenge on those who ruined her sacred circle, but Rene somehow curbs her want for revenge and her wrath. I would definitely find myself rereading this short story multiple times when I can’t find something to read!
Being a short book, you would expect it to be over quickly. This story has everything you would expect from a longer novel yet the author packs it into 82 pages. I’m amazed. There’s drama, magic, the supernatural, a dark romance and a murder mystery to be solved.
Rene can’t move past the grief of losing his sister. Swearing to find her murderer, he visits the crime scenes of the other victims. Relying on drugs and alcohol to get through his days, now he’s hallucinating if a woman visiting him during the night. What exquisite pleasure!
Many years Belladonna has spent in solitude in the forest. Her serenity has been broken by the desecration of these women. The otter disrespect for the dead infuriates her. The only thing able to calm her is Rene; her new obsession.
This is the second book that I have read from this author. It’s truly amazing what she puts into her stories. The ending left off in a perfect way to turn this book into a series. I’m looking forward to more.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Anna Hirschhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAnna Hirsch2023-05-08 15:36:522023-05-12 13:26:57Corpse Pixie by Sinister Styx – Review by Anna Hirsch
This is the second book I have read by the incredible mind that is Sinister Styx. You can read the synopsis a hundred times but until you read the first page and dive deeper into their world you never know what you’re going to find. Something I didn’t expect was to connect so much with Rene, having suffered the loss of my Irish twin in June 2020. So, I felt myself connecting deeply to him and understanding his grief and drive to bring justice for his sister’s murder. Told from two perspectives, Belladonna Shade, and Rene Corbin. Belladonna has been hiding for her survival in the woods, becoming content with the existence and plotting revenge schemes in her mind. Never imagining she would get a chance to follow through to have her own Thrall to help her get the justice her people deserve against the Hunters. Rene has grieved for three long years, only finding a distraction from his self-destructive ways three days ago at the latest crime scene. His twin sister Cerise and now three other women have become victims to an unknown killer. The interesting little twists and turns are one of the most captivating parts of this author’s work. Just when you think you know what to expect a little twist is thrown in deepening the plot and fleshing out the story more. Each discovery seamlessly leads to more questions with some answers in between. Belladonna and Rene become entranced with each other. She spent decades hiding without worry but since meeting him she’s lost count of the number of times she has left the woods to follow him, until she finally commits and makes him hers. Will they find the killer in time before they claim another victim? After all this time, can Belladonna finally get her people some justice? Does Rene truly mean more to her than a means to an end? The worlds the author can create in such a quick read is a true talent. More so the depth of the characters truly pulls you in with their claws holding on to you until the last word. I can’t wait to read more of the amazing books by this author, don’t think it’s possible to get enough.
This was a really good read! This author never seems to disappoint and once again I’m proven right with this book. I wasn’t expecting so much to be put in a book this short (less than 100 pages) and I was pleasantly surprised and impressed with what a good story it was. The end seemed to be left open to me, so I’m hoping there’s more to come with these characters. I would love to visit them again!
What a little firecracker of a book! Only took me an hour & 20 minutes to read & omgoodness it packed a punch. Sinister Styx has truly mastered the art of ‘leave em wanting more’. Sexy & exciting & twisty & wild, I devoured this. Entirely delightful way to spice up a peaceful afternoon. Bring the sweet tea for perfect balance!
This story is a brilliant dark paranormal romance that is original and refreshing to read. I was hooked from the moment I started reading and couldn’t not put it down until I had finished. This is a short story but it is packed full of action and amazing characters. I loved how the author developed the story and it is easy to see it could be followed by another. I have loved all of this authors work so far and I think this book has to be one of my favourites. I would urge everyone to read it.
This is an author that I have read all her books and loved each one. I never hesitate to pick up one of her books as I know that I will be lost in her world from the start of the book to the end. This is a shorter story that I read in one sitting. I found this book to be well written and engaging. A dark story that is full of addiction, romance and something that two people can only find with each other. The characters are creative, strong and supportive. They could cause some triggers for some but if you get past those you will find an awesome story. I enjoyed watching their growth as well as their chemistry. I really enjoyed this story and what the characters added to the story. I found this an entertaining story and one you don’t want to miss. This is a must read story. I highly recommend this book and this author.
I loved this dark paranormal romance that gave me all the feels of magic, murder, greed, pixie dust, twists and turns. This novella is short, easy read that really packs a punch and also the author and her creative mind and story-line is top notch!
René is feeling guilt driven all over the passing of his twin sister, unexpectantly and trying to cope, feeling alone, and would love nothing more to solve his sisters murder. When another body is found in the woods, like his sister, he vows to determine whom is capable of these heinous crimes. When René sees this beautiful fae woman in his dreams, little did René know she becomes a vital part of trying to solve these murders as well. When Belladonna and René team up, all heck breaks loose…with more magic, witches and also the love that Belladonna has for René .
Will Belladonna and René solve the murderous crimes before it is to late?
This is a fun, fantastic ride of a read and I highly recommend this story!
This is the second novella I’ve read by this author, and I think I may even have enjoyed it more than the other. This novella has all the elements I love in a good story – murder, mystery, twists and the paranormal. Once again the novella’s short length does not take anything away from the story and the author’s style of writing makes it much more enjoyable . The world the characters inhabit has been described very effectively in such a short piece of writing. The vivid imagery still made me feel as if I had stepped into the story and the characters were very intriguing. The dark grittiness to the novel is present throughout and I love it, I was gripped beginning to end; not everything is as it seems so it added another layer to the enjoyment I had reading this. There are twists and surprises which are revealed as the story progresses and as with everything else, the author does a great job of timing it right. I thought the storyline was unique and I only wish it were longer so that there would be more for me to devour. Once again, I look forward to more from this author!
5 stars I love a Dark Paranormal Romance tale and Sinister Styx certainly delivers on that. Corpse Pixie is another original and captivating read by Sinister. It is a quick short read. Being such a great read makes me wish it was longer but it packs so much in to a punch as it is. I don’t know where Sinisters stories come from but I love the uniqueness of them making for delightfully refreshing reads. This cleverly woven tale has a plot that is well thought out and a narrative that draws you in. Of course the story would not be complete without things that go bump in the night like zombies, witches, fae, hunters and demons and much more. Leaving the ending open makes way for some more delicious darkness to come. I can’t wait. If you are a Dark Paranormal lover then I highly recommended reading any of Sinister Styx’s work. There is no way you will be disappointed. No spoilers here because the story is so short you will have to read it to find out what happens.
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