This was the first book by this author, but I couldn’t pass it up after the cover caught my attention. After reading the synopsis, I knew I had to dive in immediately. I’m a huge fan of the horror and thriller genres which meant this was right up my alley. Throw in a paranormal twist and I’m in heaven! From the very beginning, the author subtly drew me in and before I knew it I was reading the last page. I couldn’t put it down because I had to know what was going to happen. The plot is expertly crafted with twists and turns woven seamlessly throughout. No matter how well I thought I had it nailed down, the author threw another surprise curve at me! I don’t want to give away any spoilers but will say that this was a magnificently dark book. I have already recommended this book to all of my old school horror-loving friends. If you enjoy a suspenseful thriller with a paranormal theme, I highly recommend giving this book a chance. I can’t wait to pick up more work by this author!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shannen Kernhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShannen Kern2024-09-06 22:05:472024-09-27 13:17:11Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Shannen Kern
I’m not a big fan of horror thrillers but I found this to be a real page turner. Josh and his loyal dog return to his small hometown after some disappointments and mishaps at college. However, Midnight Falls is not the pleasant town he remembers from his childhood. Josh feels like an outsider now and there is a sinister evil feel about the place. He believes there is something dark and chilling going on and doesn’t know who he can trust. Josh is also ‘butting heads’ with the sheriff who seems to have a grudge against him. As Josh is deciding whether to stay or run, the monster lurking in the dark might not let him live long enough to make his decision. This story had a sinister and chilling atmospheric feel to it, which made me feel immersed in the storyline. The plot kept me hooked and I felt the characters and setting came to life through the descriptive narrative.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2024-09-06 16:49:542024-09-27 13:16:43Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Jennifer Gordon
I was hooked from the beginning and had a hard time putting this down. I loved Evan’s writing style and the pacing of the book was fantastic. He really allows you to get a feel for the characters and pulls you into the story and before you realize it, it’s the wee hours of the night and you’ve got to get some sleep! I loved the dark, creepiness of the tone and the downright scariness of it as well. There are so many twists and turns throughout this story that you don’t see coming. This is the perfect read for spooky season so get your copy now!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Megan Kimleyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMegan Kimley2024-09-06 12:31:152024-09-27 13:12:28Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Megan Rea
This book was really good. Josh returns home to Midnight Falls to work freelance for the local paper. He makes friends with his neighbors and gets a girlfriend Lizzie. Josh’s dog Nimrod is really upset he bust through the door and they look at the window and see this thing with glowing red eyes. The sheriff in town also has beef with Josh. It is very hard to know who to trust in that town. I’m looking forward to more from this author.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Amelia Stansellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAmelia Stansell2024-09-05 15:08:082024-09-27 13:15:04Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Amelia Stansell
This story was an excellent read! It was a great horror book! I’m usually super picky about my horror and thriller books since I grew up reading Stephen King. Josh comes back to his hometown after a few things happened at college, but things aren’t exactly as it seems. The suspense was the undertone throughout the entire book. I was on pins and needles the entire time. The story was very detailed and the story building was excellent!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Crystal Jimmohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCrystal Jimmo2024-09-04 20:57:032024-09-27 12:58:16Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Crystal Jimmo
Midnight Falls by John Evans is a dark and moody werewolf thriller that reminds me of all the ‘classic’ horror movies I devoured growing up in the 80’s. I can see this making a great John Carpenter-esque horror movie, or something along the lines of The Howling etc. Mr. Evans writing style is detailed and descriptive, which set the scene and mood of the story to a gripping and chilling level- the whole way through. I loved how the story twisted and turned- never quite letting me get too comfortable. The story is imbued with plenty of dark, broody, moody tones- with mystery, suspense, secrets, and intrigue aplenty. This book brought back a lot of nostalgic memories of my teenage self, devouring every horror novel I could get my hands on- not to mention the countless hours spent watching double feature horror movies at the local cinema with my friends… good times. I will definitely be keeping my eye out for more from Mr. Evans in the future. Happy Reading…
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Hayeshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Hayes2024-09-04 00:00:052024-09-24 19:43:22Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Angela Hayes
Fascinating book. I absolutely loved how the suspense built right from the start. I had the chills as he was describing the worlves. It sounds weird to say but it is one of the better horror novels that I’ve read this year. Intriguing characters. The whole premise of the story really grabs you from the beginning and hooks you in. He’s a new author to me and I’ll be there to buy new works from him. It’s an entertaining read.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2024-09-03 19:38:322024-09-27 12:52:41Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Shelly Kittell
Midnight Falls is a thriller that involves a writer who has looked into the eyes of an evil monster intent on killing him and anyone who stood in its way. Josh had chosen to move to Midnight Falls, where he obtained a job as a freelance writer for the local paper. Bringing along his faithful dog, Nimrod, he settles into a house with his neighbors, Brad Jefferson and Joey Ackerman, being unofficial outsiders to Midnight Falls. Brad was the only black man in the town, and Joey was homosexual. One afternoon, Josh and Brad had been working on the roof when Elizabeth “Lizzie” Caldwell came to Josh’s house to offer some iced tea. Life was ideal for Josh… for a while.
Jarrod Earlywine was the son of the sheriff and spoiled. Josh was shining his Dodge Charger when he first met Jarrod. The impudent teen wanted to buy the car, but Josh refused to sell it. In an attempt to intimidate Josh, Jarrod started to invade his personal space. Normally a big goofball, Nimrod came to his aid by growling at the boy. Later that day, Sheriff Earlywine gave Josh a sinister warning to watch out or he would come after him. A week later, Josh and Lizzie go to the community potluck. When Lizzie dragged Josh out on the dance floor, she caught the attention of Jarrod and his two friends. Josh hears Jarrod and his buddies call Lizzie a slut. Josh attempts to show Jarrod he isn’t afraid of him. Despite his nose being broken, Jarrod suffers humiliation by an accidental depantsing.
Josh and Lizzie were attempting to finish the night with romance, but Nimrod was upset. Locking him out of the bedroom failed to dissuade the dog. Nimrod broke through the door. Before Josh could address the dog’s intrusion, Lizzie points at the window. For a fraction of a moment, he saw something with burning red eyes. A gunshot, and Josh finds his neighbors staring at a creature that none of them can identify. The next morning, the creature had decomposed beyond recognition. The neighbors and Lizzie are about to face a legend that has been hidden in Midnight Falls that nobody will ever believe.
John Evans masters the suspense in this novel. The vivid details of the monsters that emerge in the story are terrifying, and Josh’s inclination to run was understandable. The opening to the book foreshadowed his desperate attempt to escape the creatures that haunted him, which immediately caused tension to build from the first page. The multiple opportunities that Josh had to escape the chaos that he would eventually face showed his compassion for Lizzie, especially when her grandmother was upset. Ironically, Nimrod has a major role in the story, but I won’t reveal any secrets. This book would be best suited to readers who are mature and enjoy horror stories.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Runyonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Runyon2024-09-03 19:16:002024-09-27 12:52:11Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Stephanie Runyon
I almost put this book down before finishing it. It started off very rough, very slow, and I wasn’t quite sure where it was going. There was enough there to keep me intrigued so I made it through. There are twists and turns you won’t see coming and the story ended up coming together well in the end.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2024-09-03 18:14:032024-09-27 12:57:23Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Julie Johnson
Interesting story. It’s a horror/thriller type of story. There are monsters very similar to werewolves. It’s descriptive especially when it comes to the location, characters, and death scenes. My favorite character was the main characters dog, Nimrod.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rose McCaskeyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRose McCaskey2024-09-03 15:51:442024-09-27 12:56:31Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Rose McCaskey
This is a new author for me. I enjoyed his creative writing style as well as his attention to details that made this story realistic. I enjoyed how I was pulled into the story from the start by the characters. Josh is a great character and adds so much to the story. What happens Josh thought going home would be good but there is something missing for him. He now has a choice to make, face his problems or keep running. There is something lurking in the dark that may just make the choice for him. This is a story that you don’t want to miss. This is a fast paced story with twists and turns that you won’t see coming. This is an engaging, hard to put down story that had me turning pages to the end. I really enjoyed reading this story. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2024-09-03 14:06:092024-09-27 12:56:00Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Bobbi Wagner
This book is a great horror story, that builds the more the more the book goes on. When I first started reading this book I was a little unsure if I would like it. It was a bit confusing to read and I didn’t know what the author would do with it. However, I am pleased I stuck with it because it developed so well as the book went on and by the end I was completely engrossed in what I was reading. This is the first book that I have read by this author and it was an interesting story. He clearly took his time to build up the characters and integrate them with the ongoing storyline. I became invested in the world he was building and enjoyed the story. I will definitely read more from this author in the future.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2024-09-03 13:55:322024-09-24 20:11:45Midnight Falls by John Evans – Review by Kerry Baker
After a series of disappointments and mishaps at college, Josh Blevins returns to his small hometown, loyal dog in tow, and begrudgingly settles in. Though he feels like a failure and his life is at a crossroads, he’s made new friends and even found a girl.
But the pleasant facade of Midnight Falls he remembered from childhood hides a sinister evil. One that goes beyond the hate festering within the borders and etched in the streets to something much deeper and chilling. Anyone and everyone could be a monster lurking behind the mask of hospitality. Knowing who to trust is impossible, especially when he’s constantly butting heads with the sheriff, who has a grudge against him, an axe to grind, and no intentions of burying it unless it’s maybe in Josh’s back.
Somehow, he’s become an outsider in a place he once called home, and is suddenly forced to choose between facing his problems or to keep running for the rest of his life. And what lingers in the dark may not let him survive long enough to decide.
Tropes: mysterious neighbor, being watched, everywhere monsters, clumsy escape, left with bruises, the final man, humans are monsters, secrets
John Evans is the debut author of the pulse-pumping book Midnight Falls. He also writes the Tobias Halson Vampire Hunter series and various short stories. Inspired by greats like Stephen King and Gary Brandner, he loves all things “old school” horror, and often claims his purpose is to give readers a little bit of fun Lovecraftian escapism from the scarier real world. Follow: facebook.com/JohnJEvansauthor and @roninmercllc
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After a series of disappointments and mishaps at college, Josh Blevins returns to his small hometown, loyal dog in tow, and begrudgingly settles in. Though he feels like a failure and his life is at a crossroads, he’s made new friends and even found a girl.
But the pleasant facade of Midnight Falls he remembered from childhood hides a sinister evil. One that goes beyond the hate festering within the borders and etched in the streets to something much deeper and chilling. Anyone and everyone could be a monster lurking behind the mask of hospitality. Knowing who to trust is impossible, especially when he’s constantly butting heads with the sheriff, who has a grudge against him, an axe to grind, and no intentions of burying it unless it’s maybe in Josh’s back.
Somehow, he’s become an outsider in a place he once called home, and is suddenly forced to choose between facing his problems or to keep running for the rest of his life. And what lingers in the dark may not let him survive long enough to decide.
Tropes: mysterious neighbor, being watched, everywhere monsters, clumsy escape, left with bruises, the final man, humans are monsters, secrets
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It is the Victorian era and it is an era full of the power of steam which is just beginning to develop, but what happens when this new age of steam and steam, powered contraptions becomes mashed with the challenges of time, but not as we know it? Time when chaos is added into the mix, this is where we find the chaos clock .
This book is a selection of short stories based on this concept however, not in the traditional sense. From the creation of the chaos clock and the effects it has on the world around them, this collection explores the evolution of creation and creator alike, from the Eldritch monsters that live in a parallel version of this world as it collides into ours.
This collection will take you from madness and mayhem, desperation and despair. A collection where people confront their deepest darkest fears, as the time that they know of disintegrates, and moulds itself into something completely new.
So forget what you knew about time, and how it runs, instead dive into this dystopian past, where nothing is as it seems, time has no meaning and the chaos clock rules all, but will you survive the spiral, or will you experience the same madness as those being watched over by the Eldritch monsters above, below and all around them in the spreading darkness.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Roxsanne Lesieurhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRoxsanne Lesieur2024-08-06 04:13:382024-09-27 07:36:47The Chaos Clock: Tales of the Cosmic Aether by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.
What an incredible anthology! This collection of steampunk horror tales is by far one of the most gripping and interesting reads of the year for me. The cover was intriguing and drew me in without fail. I picked it up without reading the synopsis but once I did, I knew I had to dive in immediately. After opening the first page, I realized that there was no turning back. I lost an entire day devouring this absolutely magnificent collection. You could absolutely read a story and put it down for another time, but I have no self-control! Phenomenally unique stories that have a common theme, but all differ from each other. I don’t think I can pick a favorite because they were all exceptional. I highly recommend picking this up if you enjoy the Lovecraft and Wells vibes!
This is a unique collection of short stories by 13 different authors. Most of these authors were new to me and it was a pleasure to read their stories. Each story is different and unique in their own way but they all are thought provoking . Each story is to do with time and the effect this has on our life’s and the dangers that happen when we try to control or change time. All the stories deal with chaos, destruction and madness. It gives you an insight into the danger that could happen if we were to give into the madness. Some of the stories I found a little hard to get into at first but I am so glad I kept reading else I would have missed out on some amazing stories. This is definatley a book you could settle down with a lose yourself and lose hours of the day as the stories twist and turn. I couldn’t put it down the stories were so gripping. I will definitely be keeping my eye on some of the authors in this anthology to see what else they produce. If you love stories that are so thought provoking that they mess with your mind, contain twist and turns that you don’t see coming and keeps you hooked for hours then this is definately the collection for you. There is something for everyone in this anthology.
The Chaos Clock: Tales of Cosmic Aether is a wonderfully well written multi-author anthology. Right away I want to mention how much I love the cover, just a stunning work of art that absolutely snatches your attention. Each of these stories will do the same, grab your attention and absolutely not let go. Each one is different and unique, with each following the concept of time in beautiful, interesting, and some odd ways. I thoroughly enjoyed reading each one, and had trouble trying to put it down!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Finn Cunninghamhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngFinn Cunningham2024-08-05 08:42:272024-09-27 07:34:37The Chaos Clock: Tales of Cosmic Aether edited by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Finn Cunningham
This is not my usual read, but I enjoyed the collection of short works. It’s always a gamble when you pick up a collection like this, so it’s a treat when it turns out to be good. There are thirteen stories included, but three that intrigued me were: On the Face of It by Danielle Ackley-McPhail, Lighthouse at the Edge of Time by Teel James Glenn, and Accelerando by James Chambers. If you enjoy stories with Lovecraftian vibes and steampunk elements, pick up this collection today.
This is an awesome collection of short stories that all share a similar theme: time. For anyone who loves steampunk and the like will appreciate this anthology. Admittedly, I am not too familiar with the writings of H.P. Lovecraft or H.G. Wells, but I may be after reading this. I found this to be entertaining and definitely intriguing. I love the late 19th/early 20th century Industrial Revolution era when inventing and creating were so prevalent. Each story is engrossing, and I wanted to spend a great deal more pages intertwined in each of their worlds. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking to spark their creative energy and travel across time and space.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christine J. Spulakhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine J. Spulak2024-08-02 12:20:172024-09-26 13:21:06The Chaos Clock: Tales of Cosmic Aether edited by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Chrissy Spulak
What a fun anthology of short stories! Ackley-McPhail has put together a fun and thought provoking anthology. Each author’s story is unique but all are told with a steampunk theme. The anthology delves into the chaos, horror, and power of time. I felt like even though all the stories were unique they flowed well together.
This book had multiple writers who each wrote a chapter to the story. Each chapter was a short story about different characters that meld into one story. It’s not the type of book I would usually choose to read. It was creative and interesting.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rose McCaskeyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRose McCaskey2024-08-01 09:20:462024-09-26 12:54:47The Chaos Clock: Tales of Cosmic Aether edited by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Rose McCaskey
I normally prefer stories that are much longer and filled with more information, but this anthology was concise and allowed the reader to feel satisfied. Some anthologies are disjointed and you can easily get confused by the change from one story to the other, but this anthology is refreshingly cohesive and transitions beautifully. Though I’ve never read any Lovecraft or Wells, this anthology definitely reflects references I’ve heard before with great twists! These stories will give you full-body shivers, have the hairs on the back of your neck standing up, and make you question time. I love the horror and chaos of these pieces and thoroughly enjoyed the thrills each offered!
Not gonna lie, the cover of this one pulled me in instantly, but the synopsis of the anthology made me too curious I had to find out what was inside. While I love works and shows inspired by HP Lovecraft and HG Wells, I have never personally read any of their work or anything like their work until now. This book is composed of fourteen stories by a total of thirteen authors. One key backbone across them all, time. The steampunk and clocks pull everything together flawlessly to fully immerse you in each of the stories. While they are in this anthology, they are not continuations of each other they all have their unique voice. I don’t usually take my time with anthologies, I tend to devour them quickly, but this one really makes you take a moment to think about the depth of the stories and keeps you coming back to see what’s next. I hope to see more from this group of incredible authors and their visions.
This is a truly fantastic collaboration from 13 talented authors to create an anthology you will remember for a long time. Filled with twists and turns and even pure madness at times LOL you will be kept captivated each step of the way.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Juleshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJules2024-07-30 08:17:312024-09-26 12:50:49The Chaos Clock: Tales of Cosmic Aether edited by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Jules Herbert
This book had 14 different stories that kept me entertained and thoroughly enjoyed. Each story had its own little spin, but all had the same concepts around time. Some stories were dark in nature, horrifying, to a fantasy world, the paranormal or the unknown, to sci-fi, that it wouldn’t matter what your favorite is there is something in here that you would thoroughly enjoy. The stories each were a different world that really made you feel the story, the twists and turns in some holds you close and won’t let go. The worlds in each one were interesting on their own, and the story lines of each were easy to follow. Each story had its own mystery element and the thought of unknown to it, that for being short stories im always amazed at how much plot, development twists and turns, mystery, and the story itself can be packed into the small number of pages. One after the other my attention was held by each and every one of these stories.
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 Reimer2024-07-29 10:08:212024-09-26 12:47:36The Chaos Clock: Tales of Cosmic Aether edited by Danielle Ackley-McPhail – Review by Jennifer Reimer
The Chaos Clock is made up of 14 short stories about time and clocks. I really enjoyed the concept and ideas that went into this anthology, and how each story is remarkably unique from the others. I really loved the steampunk vibes and how each author was able to capture their own take on the power of time. This can be a bit of a slower read if you do not enjoy similar writings of HP Lovecraft or HG Wells (both of which I respect and enjoy). This is one you can read straight through or pick and choose your way around the book, and I hope more anthologies are to follow! The stories included are:
-The Birth of Mechanical Things By: Maxwell I. Gold –The Thirteenth Hour By: Heidi Silverman –On the Face of It By: Danielle Ackley-McPhail –Lighthouse at the Edge of Time By: Teel James Glenn –Accelerando By: James Chambers –The Last Flight of the One-Eyed Jack By: F.R. Michaels –The Ring of Hours and Seconds By: Jeffrey Lyman –Saving Time By: Jody Lynn Nye –Reimagining the Mechanism: An Exposition On the Nature of Time By: Bernie Mojzes –Sky Rivers of Gray By: Will McDermott –The Reclaiming of New York City By: Mark L. Abbott –Visions of the Manor By: Carol Gyzander –Tick Tock By: Rachel A. Brune –The Eye at the Centre of Existence Never Blinks Out By: Maxwell I. Gold
This is a collection of short stories. Each of the short stories centers on the theme of time/ space. Each story is set in the late nineteenth to early twentieth centuries. It was a time when people were able to experience and begin to understand many wonderful inventions. Perhaps, readers may be meant to glean that humans are not meant to know everything, that some mystery must remain in the universe. The short story format allows readers to reflect upon what they have ingested.
“The Chaos Clock” by Danielle Ackley-McPhail is a mesmerizing fusion of steampunk and cosmic horror that explores the terrifying power of time. The narrative’s poetic reflection on time’s fluidity and the lurking dangers within its ticking seconds creates an atmosphere of suspense and intrigue. Ackley-McPhail’s imaginative storytelling and richly developed characters ensure a gripping and thought-provoking read. “The Chaos Clock” is a masterful read that will leave readers pondering the nature of time and the unknown forces that govern it. The many stories “The Chaos Clock” takes you thru was truly an enjoyable ride.
Really makes you think. Has you thinking nothing is related and then bam it all connects. Exactly like a puzzle you have to find the right piece to make it fit. I highly recommend reading this book. I can’t wait to read more from this author
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