When It Leaves

by Savannah Rayne, Rebel Angel Designs (Cover Artist)

Playing in the leaves is something all children do; twins Steven and K.C are no different. One autumn evening the five year olds ask to go out and play until dinner is ready. What happens that night will haunt Steven for the next twenty years. Nightmares return every autumn to remind him of what happened, and what he saw. Now, on the night of Steven’s twenty-fifth birthday, his thoughts are on the brother he lost so long ago. While crossing the yard, the nightmare becomes a reality…with his young daughter caught in a frightening struggle. Can he stop history from repeating itself?

32 pages, Kindle Edition

First published November 23, 2011

About the author

Savannah Rayne is a fun-loving Midwestern girl with a weakness for coffee, chocolate, antiques, and anything Christmas. She loves reading, listening to music, scrapbooking/card making, or decorating with a country themed finesse. She also has a quirky sense of humor, enabling her to see the funnier side of life.

At the age of forty-eight, publishing her first book was a happy unexpected surprise and she is excited to share her creepy tales and romantic stories with you. Her characters can be classy, sassy and in search of love and adventure, or a scary phenomenon that leaves you sleeping with the lights on. She now has several published books and many more in the works.

When Savannah isn’t tracking down her latest find at a thrift store or rummage sale, you can find her drinking a cup of coffee while enjoying time in the north woods with her family and friends…especially her grandson.

Reviews

[Naomi · Rating 2 out of 5]

OK, this short story just didn't do it for me. It moved and was written really well, but I just really didn't find it as creepy as I thought, given the premise that it was going to be. Sometimes, having to use one's mind can make it really creepier than graphic scenes and sometimes it can just fall flat. This one just fell flat to me.

[Marla Blowers · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a quick read, shorter than I had expected. It was well written and kept me interested and worried what would happen the entire time. Almost has a twilight zone feel to it. I wanted more and look forward to reading more from this author.
Marla

[Lyn Croft · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the setting of this story. The scenery ties perfectly with the plot, leaving you with chills and wonderment of how so much could be packed into this sweet little read.

[Heather Mckay · Rating 5 out of 5]

When it Leaves was amazing. Gave me chills. Makes you think twice next time you hear a rustling in the leaves.

[John · Rating 3 out of 5]

A Good Concept Well written, and well paced, this was let down by predictability and a lack suspense.  Still fun to read, though.

[Kimberly · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was scary and then it just stopped!