The Model

by J.M. Moris

Desmond is no stranger to beautiful women. He's an artist, after all, and makes his living painting them. But there's something odd about the studio's newest model--something downright disturbing. Why does she keep staring at him, like she knows his deepest secrets? And what's causing the ghastly injuries all over her body? Discover the frightening truth in this short horror story.

8 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 23, 2012

About the author

J.M. Moris has been filling notebooks with stories since she was old enough to write. A self-proclaimed geek, her passions include reading, video games, napping, and vast quantities of iced tea. Her goal is to one day make it to Ireland, where she can roam free amongst her fellow redheads. Currently she lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she is constantly penning whatever odd stories pop into her head. She is supported in her efforts by her loving husband and her two overfed cats.

Reviews

[LX · Rating 2 out of 5]

Just finished reading the ebook of The Model and I have to admit it is a great short story. Only around 8 pages or so it is a very short story.

Big spoiler!
As you read on it does become clear what the ending is going to lead to, but it still does deliver in the end. I like how the ending with her eyes staring at him represent the eyes he saw while 'in class' that stare became more clear which I thought was really good for a link

Would be very interesting if the story would be created into a full novel, to see how things turned out that way - or if incidents have happaned before.

[R. Shea · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this (very) quick read. It's well crafted and keeps you guessing, right up to the very end.

[Robin · Rating 1 out of 5]

I didn't like this all that well. It was a rushed ending. From the art classroom to the bedroom...it was just too fast.

[Jo · Rating 2 out of 5]

Short story. Good descriptions but I felt the ending was rushed.