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Alma Harper has been trying to forget what happened in Widowsfield 16 years ago. She has a good life as a music teacher now, and might rekindle her relationship with her one true love. However, the number 314 haunts her, and threatens to bring her back to the day that her brother disappeared. When a reporter shows up, just days before March 14th, Alma realizes that her past is coming back to haunt her. What happened on March 14th, at 3:14, 16 years ago? No one but The Skeleton Man can remember.
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First published December 24, 2012
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December 20, 2013
I read some pretty nasty reviews about this book when I first downloaded it for my kindle, but after the first chapter I realized it was just the wrong people reading a book they obviously had no interest in. If you don't like graphic, highly psychological, horror or even horror in general, this isn't a book you would want to read.
I thought it was wonderful, I loved every moment and I couldn't put it down without running back to see what might happen next. I'm still curious what happens in the sequel. I found it well written and it moved forward the entire time. The characters I fell in love with after I discovered their full stories. It seemed at first like something I wouldn't like, but I am so glad I gave it the time, it surprised me. And the ending... Oh wow, what a twisted ending.
I loved this book and everything in it, nothing bothered me about it and I enjoyed every page. I definitely recommend it if you are a horror lover.
I thought it was wonderful, I loved every moment and I couldn't put it down without running back to see what might happen next. I'm still curious what happens in the sequel. I found it well written and it moved forward the entire time. The characters I fell in love with after I discovered their full stories. It seemed at first like something I wouldn't like, but I am so glad I gave it the time, it surprised me. And the ending... Oh wow, what a twisted ending.
I loved this book and everything in it, nothing bothered me about it and I enjoyed every page. I definitely recommend it if you are a horror lover.
July 8, 2013
I had high hopes for this book based on the ratings. I was immediately uncomfortable and creeped out in the first chapter. That's the key to a great horror in my opinion so I was okay with it.
But it didn't stay on that high note.
I understand that the author wanted to create a sense of running in circles with the timelines...all it did was annoy me. The pieces we were shown about the Skeleton Man in 1996 didn't MATTER to the main plot line. It was just to keep up the "see how creepy this guy is" vibe. I didn't care. I wanted story pieces that mattered. If we're never going to hear from the UPS guy again, I don't care that he's dead.
I'm also not sure what role Jacker *really* played in the story. He's Paul's sponsor and buddy and he has a hard-on for that other RANDOM chick...so what?
I'm incredibly picky so take my review with a grain of salt. I only felt the need to write one because of the low rating.
But it didn't stay on that high note.
I understand that the author wanted to create a sense of running in circles with the timelines...all it did was annoy me. The pieces we were shown about the Skeleton Man in 1996 didn't MATTER to the main plot line. It was just to keep up the "see how creepy this guy is" vibe. I didn't care. I wanted story pieces that mattered. If we're never going to hear from the UPS guy again, I don't care that he's dead.
I'm also not sure what role Jacker *really* played in the story. He's Paul's sponsor and buddy and he has a hard-on for that other RANDOM chick...so what?
I'm incredibly picky so take my review with a grain of salt. I only felt the need to write one because of the low rating.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 28, 2013
This book sucks bilge water! I read this disjointed piece of garbage all the way to the bitter end vainly hoping that it would make even the tiniest shred of sense but alas no cigar. A pox on teaser novels!
December 10, 2014
So, this book has been in my Kindle library for a long time. In fact, it was one of the first ones I downloaded for free on Amazon. Come to find out, it is always free.
No big deal, there. I have been introduced to a couple of great authors by that means, a noteworthy example would be Kealan Patrick Burke's The Turtle Boy.
This month I have been trying to read some indie authors and see if I can find a winner in the bunch and I will say, A.R. Wise is in contention after this book.
The book starts off with one of the most shocking prologues in my recent memory. I was hooked right away. I burned through the 300 some pages in a couple of days.
I have to say that after the prologue, the book became somewhat underwhelming by comparison, but I also came to realise that this is part one of a trilogy, so I do have high hopes for more mind bending terror.
Overall, 314 is well written, though it could use the attention of a good editor as there are quite a few typos peppered throughout. In spite of errors, it was an easy and pretty satisfying read populated with likeable characters, and a few scary moments here and there.
The mystery of 314 was somewhat explained, but I figure the sequels will elaborate more fully on the mystery behind the number and its central connection to the town of Widowsfield and the evil that seems to call the town its home.
No big deal, there. I have been introduced to a couple of great authors by that means, a noteworthy example would be Kealan Patrick Burke's The Turtle Boy.
This month I have been trying to read some indie authors and see if I can find a winner in the bunch and I will say, A.R. Wise is in contention after this book.
The book starts off with one of the most shocking prologues in my recent memory. I was hooked right away. I burned through the 300 some pages in a couple of days.
I have to say that after the prologue, the book became somewhat underwhelming by comparison, but I also came to realise that this is part one of a trilogy, so I do have high hopes for more mind bending terror.
Overall, 314 is well written, though it could use the attention of a good editor as there are quite a few typos peppered throughout. In spite of errors, it was an easy and pretty satisfying read populated with likeable characters, and a few scary moments here and there.
The mystery of 314 was somewhat explained, but I figure the sequels will elaborate more fully on the mystery behind the number and its central connection to the town of Widowsfield and the evil that seems to call the town its home.
March 10, 2023
this book is one of those books that have you like ‘what the duck did i just read’
bro this book had me on the edge of my seat, wondering what was gonna happen but this book messed with my head.
my face the entire book: 😦😦😦😟😟😟😟😯😦😦
the ending GODDAMN🧍🏽♀️
bro this book had me on the edge of my seat, wondering what was gonna happen but this book messed with my head.
my face the entire book: 😦😦😦😟😟😟😟😯😦😦
the ending GODDAMN🧍🏽♀️
June 22, 2016
This was nearly a DNF. I started it a couple of weeks ago, reading a couple of pages every few days. I guess I wasn't in the mood at the time - and was going to read something else instead, but decided to give it go...and I'm glad I did.
The story starts off in Widowsfield (sounds creepy enough) where the children of the town are killing their parents, by the order of an entity known only as 'The Skeleton Man.' From there it skips ahead sixteen years, where we meet Alma Harper (a music teacher) and the protagonist of the book. Alma has a troubled past: her older brother Ben (along with the rest of the townfolk) disappeared in Widowsfield on 14th March 1996 - and she has forgotten what happened to him. As fate would have it; a reporter turns up (Rachel) who wants Alma to return to Widowsfield - to help uncover what happened with the town's mysterious mass disappearance of its citizens - and to help her remember what happened to Ben. Alma's father (Michael Harper) turns up and tries to convince her not to return, as he doesn't want Alma to remember anything. I won't elaborate as it will spoil any surprises, probably.
There are a few different time-lines to keep track of: 1996 and 2012 - so it can get confusing at times; as each chapter bounces from one to the other - and back again. A lot of the chapter's are repeated with a slight change each time, which at first seems repetitive, but makes more sense as you progress (a bit more sense).
Most of the characters were fleshed out in the first half of the book, so you get to know a bit about their history.
This book conjures up some disturbing imagery, and is very confusing at times - but once I got it, I wanted to know what was going on with Alma and the significance of the number 314 - which is central to the story, and is one big puzzle.
I thought Hopkin's Bend in Depraved was bad enough, but Widowsfield? Now that is one crazy-messed-up-place, for sure.
Anyway, once I got into it - there was no stopping until I reached the end, which was a total mindfuck - forcing me to buy book 2 in the trilogy (dammit) and very likely book 3.
The story starts off in Widowsfield (sounds creepy enough) where the children of the town are killing their parents, by the order of an entity known only as 'The Skeleton Man.' From there it skips ahead sixteen years, where we meet Alma Harper (a music teacher) and the protagonist of the book. Alma has a troubled past: her older brother Ben (along with the rest of the townfolk) disappeared in Widowsfield on 14th March 1996 - and she has forgotten what happened to him. As fate would have it; a reporter turns up (Rachel) who wants Alma to return to Widowsfield - to help uncover what happened with the town's mysterious mass disappearance of its citizens - and to help her remember what happened to Ben. Alma's father (Michael Harper) turns up and tries to convince her not to return, as he doesn't want Alma to remember anything. I won't elaborate as it will spoil any surprises, probably.
There are a few different time-lines to keep track of: 1996 and 2012 - so it can get confusing at times; as each chapter bounces from one to the other - and back again. A lot of the chapter's are repeated with a slight change each time, which at first seems repetitive, but makes more sense as you progress (a bit more sense).
Most of the characters were fleshed out in the first half of the book, so you get to know a bit about their history.
This book conjures up some disturbing imagery, and is very confusing at times - but once I got it, I wanted to know what was going on with Alma and the significance of the number 314 - which is central to the story, and is one big puzzle.
I thought Hopkin's Bend in Depraved was bad enough, but Widowsfield? Now that is one crazy-messed-up-place, for sure.
Anyway, once I got into it - there was no stopping until I reached the end, which was a total mindfuck - forcing me to buy book 2 in the trilogy (dammit) and very likely book 3.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 14, 2013
Reminiscent of Stephen King and James Herbert, this book has all the ingredients to scare and manipulate the imagination. It has mystery, intrigue and held my attention throughout. I liked the 'circular' feel and how it went forward and back in time - cleverly done, with a surprise 'ending'.
The characters were believable, although the impression of Alma quickly changed from when first introduced - we certainly follow her through the ups and downs of her journey.
I don't give spoilers but will say that if you like to be wowed with fear and mystery then this story is for you. A well-written tale that will bring tingles to your spine.
Of course, I've had to buy book 2 of the trilogy.
The characters were believable, although the impression of Alma quickly changed from when first introduced - we certainly follow her through the ups and downs of her journey.
I don't give spoilers but will say that if you like to be wowed with fear and mystery then this story is for you. A well-written tale that will bring tingles to your spine.
Of course, I've had to buy book 2 of the trilogy.
May 9, 2013
First of all i got this book for free from smashwords so if you're reading this head over there in case its still free but even so its worth buying.
wow this book came along right when I was looking for something different, I wanted something that would make me go woah and keep me turning pages and this book delivered.
The plot is very original and scary and although I won't be writing any of it in here (read the blurb) it will sure keep you on your toes and asking questions.
In all honestly I would have given this book 5 stars (or more if poss) if not for the part in the middle that involves a make-over for the main character, I,m sorry author but I just didn't see the point to that section and found it very unrealistic (says me on a book about ghosts etc) but this may just be me and others might like the break from an otherwise quite creepy book.
Like a few other books I've read imo this book would make a great movie and author I doubt you'll ever see this review but on the 1% chance you do...please hurry the hell up with a part 2..I have more questions and I want more answers thanks your new fan =D
if you want to be scared shitless and you want to go ohhh gross a few times read this book people
now if you'll excuse me I am going to hide under my bed for the rest of my life in case the skeleton man comes after my butt
wow this book came along right when I was looking for something different, I wanted something that would make me go woah and keep me turning pages and this book delivered.
The plot is very original and scary and although I won't be writing any of it in here (read the blurb) it will sure keep you on your toes and asking questions.
In all honestly I would have given this book 5 stars (or more if poss) if not for the part in the middle that involves a make-over for the main character, I,m sorry author but I just didn't see the point to that section and found it very unrealistic (says me on a book about ghosts etc) but this may just be me and others might like the break from an otherwise quite creepy book.
Like a few other books I've read imo this book would make a great movie and author I doubt you'll ever see this review but on the 1% chance you do...please hurry the hell up with a part 2..I have more questions and I want more answers thanks your new fan =D
if you want to be scared shitless and you want to go ohhh gross a few times read this book people
now if you'll excuse me I am going to hide under my bed for the rest of my life in case the skeleton man comes after my butt
September 4, 2013
Horror stories are my fav., but this one just didn't live up to what I hoped it would. I was especially annoyed that the story didn't resolve at the end & not in the "leave you hanging for a sequel" sorta way. It plain 'ole was a "to be continued". I didn't enjoy part one enough to bother picking up the second half...
August 1, 2013
He had me with the Deadlocked series. Then came The Body Farm part 1 and 2. I thought that there would be a drop in something... character depth, plot, something; that would make me say 'Okay, he's decent, but he's running out of steam'. Well, I just read the first of the Widowsfield trilogy, and now I'll tell you all: This guy will be a big name soon. 314 ROCKED. ARW's stories have a movie-like pace, they read fast, but he manages to fill out his world and characters like movies could never do. I certainly hope he's got a LOT more up his sleeve, because I plan on reading everything he writes, even if it's a travel itinerary.
BTW - I NEVER read author's notes. They tend to be attempts at philosophizing the book, or meanderings about life during the writing of said book...boring. ARW is the only author who can even make the author's notes interesting. It's like a chat with the fans, and always gives insight into what's coming next. I'm starting book 2 tomorrow, and can't wait for the third!
BTW - I NEVER read author's notes. They tend to be attempts at philosophizing the book, or meanderings about life during the writing of said book...boring. ARW is the only author who can even make the author's notes interesting. It's like a chat with the fans, and always gives insight into what's coming next. I'm starting book 2 tomorrow, and can't wait for the third!
April 6, 2013
Enjoyed reading this. It's been a long time since I've read a pure horror novel. One thing I wish the author knew: breathe and breath are not the same word and are not interchangeable. Spell check will not fix those errors.
March 17, 2014
Thank the gods today is payday... I was scraping the bottom of the freebies when I came upon this. I should have left it there, but the 300+ five star ratings to the 150 or so one/two/three star ratings... I figured I couldn't go wrong... LOL.
Anyway... don't waste your time. The grammar is atrocious. The plot and pacing... oh boy... no, just no *shakes head*. My poor Kindle. I was getting whiplash from constant flitting back 16 years, then ahead 16 years, then back again, and again, and again.
Then there is the repetition of the adjectives 'spiral' and 'swirling'... the latter coming up six times in just a couple of chapters.
The icing on the cake with this one, is that the author is another one of these serial shysters. I don't care if this is part of a series, a good author gives the reader a conclusion in each book, even if it is part of a series or, in this case, a trilogy.
Do not waste your time on this freebie, or money on the rest of the trilogy.
October 8, 2013
A gripping story about what happened to the town of Widowsfield on 3-14-96. The town's inhabitants disappear, and no one knows or remembers why.
The main protagonist Alma Harper might be a major player in what happened, if only she could remember the incident, or her older brother Ben.
She is prodded along by a Rachel & Stephen, a news team couple with aspirations of having a supernatural reality show. Along with Alma's on-off love interest Paul, his friend with a past-Tracker, and a bartender named Aubrey, they all venture to Widowsfield to try and solve the mystery.
I found the story to be quite compelling, especially the 3-14, Skeletonman interludes. Those are suitably unsettling and mysterious.
I am not at all fond of how the author portrays the main female characters as all being insecure and jealous of each other. If this is a case of write what you know, the author should try hanging around a different type of woman.
Maybe I was just tired from reading the book in one sitting, but I think the mystery falls apart a bit by the end. Still, it's good enough to make me want to read the next in the series.
The main protagonist Alma Harper might be a major player in what happened, if only she could remember the incident, or her older brother Ben.
She is prodded along by a Rachel & Stephen, a news team couple with aspirations of having a supernatural reality show. Along with Alma's on-off love interest Paul, his friend with a past-Tracker, and a bartender named Aubrey, they all venture to Widowsfield to try and solve the mystery.
I found the story to be quite compelling, especially the 3-14, Skeletonman interludes. Those are suitably unsettling and mysterious.
I am not at all fond of how the author portrays the main female characters as all being insecure and jealous of each other. If this is a case of write what you know, the author should try hanging around a different type of woman.
Maybe I was just tired from reading the book in one sitting, but I think the mystery falls apart a bit by the end. Still, it's good enough to make me want to read the next in the series.
February 5, 2015
Wise had me going for a minute with this book. In the beginning it's a little slow but it picks up and I'm thinking that it's going to turn out to be a really good book and then it just falls. The middle of the story is why I am giving it 2 stars instead of 1.
The similarities to Stephen King's The Mist are way to similar for me. In 314 there is a fog that shrouds the town before the skeleton man shows up. Now in King's Mist there isn't a skeleton man but the mist does some really horrific things to a person. Sorry for bringing anther authors book into my review but I feel that 314 was not original enough not to. OK so maybe that's where the similarities end but still.
Alma lost her brother to...well she doesn't exactly know and though the story leads you to believe it's one thing it really turns out to be something else. So I'm guessing that's the authors was of adding a little twist to the story. She goes back to the cabin that it all started and then I got a little lost. I caught back up but didn't feel that I gained much by finishing this one.
Please don't let me dissuade you from trying this one out because it could totally be me.
The similarities to Stephen King's The Mist are way to similar for me. In 314 there is a fog that shrouds the town before the skeleton man shows up. Now in King's Mist there isn't a skeleton man but the mist does some really horrific things to a person. Sorry for bringing anther authors book into my review but I feel that 314 was not original enough not to. OK so maybe that's where the similarities end but still.
Alma lost her brother to...well she doesn't exactly know and though the story leads you to believe it's one thing it really turns out to be something else. So I'm guessing that's the authors was of adding a little twist to the story. She goes back to the cabin that it all started and then I got a little lost. I caught back up but didn't feel that I gained much by finishing this one.
Please don't let me dissuade you from trying this one out because it could totally be me.
May 25, 2016
Legit creepy, but mostly just gory. Sadly there is a major cliffhanger at the end of the book so I missed out on my favorite part of horror novels: the big reveal that explains what is happening and why it's happening. Apparently if I want to figure out what is happening at Widowsfield I need to buy the next few books. Unfortunately, I don't see that happening. I guess I will forever live in a state of mystery...
February 10, 2014
Not good in my opinion. It isn't scary it's just gross. And things just don't add up. I know it's a series but there's no real stopping point. There's quite a bit of bad language for no apparent reason. And whoever did the proof reading missed a lot of stuff. Which I could overlook if it had been a good story. I didn't become attached to any of the characters. Sorry. It's just my opinion.
April 10, 2018
314 (A Widowsfield Trilogy)
WOW! What a book! I'm really not a fan of the supernatural, however this author has a unique way of combining life with that. For going everything, I really don't like to slip spoilers. I will say each character has their own personality that works. READ IT ONE EVENING! 😀😈
WOW! What a book! I'm really not a fan of the supernatural, however this author has a unique way of combining life with that. For going everything, I really don't like to slip spoilers. I will say each character has their own personality that works. READ IT ONE EVENING! 😀😈
March 19, 2017
Really weird, can't decide how I feel about it.
December 2, 2018
I disliked this novel so much I would rather say nothing about it.
June 10, 2014
“The Skeleton Man is here….
This is honestly the best horror book I have read so far. I am not easily scared, I’ve read and watched all kinds of horror and remained calm and collected. This book opened my eyes to uncertainty, to the uncomfortable feeling that someone might be lurking in the shadows..
The book flits from 1996 to 2012 from chapter to chapter and in doing this the author builds an extremely tense atmosphere whilst simultaneously telling the story of the main character, Alma. At first when the book swapped from some rather nasty happenings to a more neutral setting I was unsure, but A R Wise has a fantastic writing style and the skill to pull off this structure of story telling.
The Skeleton Man is quite possibly one of the scariest book characters I have come across, resembling a mixture of Jack Skellington (Nightmare Before Christmas) and The Slender Man he had taken up residence in my head the first time he was mentioned. Each appearance only adding to the horrific image I had built up.
There are three books in the 314 series and I am definitely going to read them all, I want to know more about this story, before I was even through with the first page I had become hooked on the curse of 314. By the time I was into the third section of the book I was checking in the mirror whilst brushing my teeth to ensure than nobody was behind me.. like.. The Skeleton Man.
I feel like inspirations behind this story may have included Silent Hill the creatures described and the way they make their appearances remind me of that. However there is also a fantastic imagination behind these stories and I cannot wait to delve further in to the mind of Mr A R Wise.
…..and he taught me how to hate”.
This is honestly the best horror book I have read so far. I am not easily scared, I’ve read and watched all kinds of horror and remained calm and collected. This book opened my eyes to uncertainty, to the uncomfortable feeling that someone might be lurking in the shadows..
The book flits from 1996 to 2012 from chapter to chapter and in doing this the author builds an extremely tense atmosphere whilst simultaneously telling the story of the main character, Alma. At first when the book swapped from some rather nasty happenings to a more neutral setting I was unsure, but A R Wise has a fantastic writing style and the skill to pull off this structure of story telling.
The Skeleton Man is quite possibly one of the scariest book characters I have come across, resembling a mixture of Jack Skellington (Nightmare Before Christmas) and The Slender Man he had taken up residence in my head the first time he was mentioned. Each appearance only adding to the horrific image I had built up.
There are three books in the 314 series and I am definitely going to read them all, I want to know more about this story, before I was even through with the first page I had become hooked on the curse of 314. By the time I was into the third section of the book I was checking in the mirror whilst brushing my teeth to ensure than nobody was behind me.. like.. The Skeleton Man.
I feel like inspirations behind this story may have included Silent Hill the creatures described and the way they make their appearances remind me of that. However there is also a fantastic imagination behind these stories and I cannot wait to delve further in to the mind of Mr A R Wise.
…..and he taught me how to hate”.
September 23, 2013
I have never, ever read a horror book like this. I read the first chapter, and wanted to put it down. If made me sick. I jumped on GR and read some reviews and decided to give it another shot. Each time it flashed back to the past, I got a feeling that I can only describe as- why the good heck am I really reading this? I couldn't read those stories.. I found them morbid at best. However, the parts of the story that were based in the "now" I found intriguing and that is the only think that kept me going with this book. Now that I'm done I know this book was for sure not my thing. I'm afraid that I'm now put off on all horror books in the future.
I'm going to stick with my 2 start rating, on the sole basis that I finished the book. It kept my interest until I felt it was too late to jump ship, my OCD kicked in and wouldn't let me quit with less than half the book to go. Just not the book for me.
I'm going to stick with my 2 start rating, on the sole basis that I finished the book. It kept my interest until I felt it was too late to jump ship, my OCD kicked in and wouldn't let me quit with less than half the book to go. Just not the book for me.
January 1, 2014
I found 314 to be an intense and gripping thriller. From the beginning page and right on down to the last page this book blazed. Bouncing between 1996 and 2012 it's protagonist, Alma was in sheer terror for her life. From the age of 10, Alma had secrets in her head. When the secrets finally overwhelmed her in 2012, events would occur that would forever change the lives of several. I'll admit this isn't the typical mystery or thriller I usually go after. However from page 1 I was hooked. Very difficult to put it down.Just had to find out what came next and then next. I'm really looking forward to 314 book 2 !! This is most definitely a 5 star(out of 5) effort from Author A.R. Wise. I've already given several of my friends a strong recommendation of 314 ! Please do not miss this thriller. Reads very quickly and it's intense addiction is too good to miss !! Check your watch, is it 3:14 yet ? Read it, you won't be sorry !
July 25, 2013
Loved. This. Book.
There, I said it! And I will say it again! I loved this book!! And I can't wait to read the next one in the series! I couldn't put it down, and finally finished this one just before 3AM last night!
I have never heard of Chaos Magick before, but I will never look at Pi the same way, EVER again!
The thing about this book is that, while it's quite a thrilling horror story (Yay Skeleton Man!), there's still a mix of government conspiracy thrown in there (can't wait until the next book, to find out just what the Cada EIB is!). The characters are all really well-developed. You feel like they're all old friends, and I love the feeling that they've all got something of their own to hide, it makes the story so much more interesting!
Without getting into detail (don't want to spoil any of this story for you), I would HIGHLY recommend giving it a go! You won't be sorry!!
There, I said it! And I will say it again! I loved this book!! And I can't wait to read the next one in the series! I couldn't put it down, and finally finished this one just before 3AM last night!
I have never heard of Chaos Magick before, but I will never look at Pi the same way, EVER again!
The thing about this book is that, while it's quite a thrilling horror story (Yay Skeleton Man!), there's still a mix of government conspiracy thrown in there (can't wait until the next book, to find out just what the Cada EIB is!). The characters are all really well-developed. You feel like they're all old friends, and I love the feeling that they've all got something of their own to hide, it makes the story so much more interesting!
Without getting into detail (don't want to spoil any of this story for you), I would HIGHLY recommend giving it a go! You won't be sorry!!
April 5, 2013
314 is a fantastic supernatural horror novel by the talented A.R. Wise. I was so excited to download it because I am already a big fan of the author and his Deadlocked series. And let me tell you, this gem does not disappoint. In fact, I like it the best out of all the books by this writer and that’s saying a lot since I consider the Deadlocked zombie tales to be some of my all-time favorite horror stories.
314 is just incredible–a wild ride from start to finish. Jeez, that first chapter! (I actually want to call it a scene since it plays out just like a movie.) Loved it! My full review is at www.eReaderPerks.com.
314 is just incredible–a wild ride from start to finish. Jeez, that first chapter! (I actually want to call it a scene since it plays out just like a movie.) Loved it! My full review is at www.eReaderPerks.com.
May 12, 2013
Loved this book although a bit disappointed to find it is to be continued.....
Alma is haunted by the number 314 and can't quite remember why.
Something traumatic happened to her in 1996 but her memory is patchy to say the least.
This book skips from the gory, creepy goings on in 1996 where a gruesome creature called THe Skeleton Man orders children into carrying out hideous acts....to Alma's life in 2012 where she goes back to her childhood town to try to remember what happened to her.
A free download that is really worth a read if you like paranormal, gory horror
Alma is haunted by the number 314 and can't quite remember why.
Something traumatic happened to her in 1996 but her memory is patchy to say the least.
This book skips from the gory, creepy goings on in 1996 where a gruesome creature called THe Skeleton Man orders children into carrying out hideous acts....to Alma's life in 2012 where she goes back to her childhood town to try to remember what happened to her.
A free download that is really worth a read if you like paranormal, gory horror
August 30, 2014
Time is on Your Side...Or is It?
A.R.Wise has created a horrific tale that goes in circles. The story of Alma and Ben which jumps between a terrifying past and an uncertain present. The story goes back and forth between an event in Alma's past that she has spent her life trying to forget and how that same event continues to haunt her present life. After a "chance" meeting with a reporter, Alma is finally ready to face her past, or is she? 314 is a must read if you like a horrific mystery wrapped in conundrum. Dare to be scared.
A.R.Wise has created a horrific tale that goes in circles. The story of Alma and Ben which jumps between a terrifying past and an uncertain present. The story goes back and forth between an event in Alma's past that she has spent her life trying to forget and how that same event continues to haunt her present life. After a "chance" meeting with a reporter, Alma is finally ready to face her past, or is she? 314 is a must read if you like a horrific mystery wrapped in conundrum. Dare to be scared.
November 16, 2014
Loved it!
This is the first book I've read by A.R. Wise and I could not put it down! It had just the right amount of creepy, gory details that let me picture what I was reading without being too horribly disgusted by it. At first, I was confused going back and forth between 1996 and 2014. I had read some of it a couple of times before I realized things were happening simultaneously. I honestly only read this book because it was free on kindle but now I'm gonna have to buy the rest of the Widowsfield series because I NEED to know what happens next.
This is the first book I've read by A.R. Wise and I could not put it down! It had just the right amount of creepy, gory details that let me picture what I was reading without being too horribly disgusted by it. At first, I was confused going back and forth between 1996 and 2014. I had read some of it a couple of times before I realized things were happening simultaneously. I honestly only read this book because it was free on kindle but now I'm gonna have to buy the rest of the Widowsfield series because I NEED to know what happens next.
April 9, 2015
I was absolutely hooked from the first chapter (it sent chills down my spine, it was that good! ) Even better? The ebook is free on Amazon. Good writing AND free? Can't beat that! Of course, now I have to grab book 2 as I MUST know what happened!
Author notes at the end that the ebook version of Book 1 in her Deadlocked series is free on Amazon, as well. Already grabbed - I'm all about some great writing :)
Author notes at the end that the ebook version of Book 1 in her Deadlocked series is free on Amazon, as well. Already grabbed - I'm all about some great writing :)
February 23, 2014
Reading this book was like watching a horror version of the movie "Groundhog's Day". There was no plot that took you from point A to point B, instead it was round and round you go like being on a merry-go-round and just like that merry-go-round the book never went anywhere.
Good thing about the book is that there were very few grammatical errors.
Good thing about the book is that there were very few grammatical errors.
October 27, 2014
A great read and not what I expected. I need a break before I read book 2&3, it scared the bloody shit out of me!!!
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