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Hell's Bells
Andrew and James are looking forward to meeting their favorite author, but when a homeless woman, who claims to be the author’s “biggest fan,” begins to stalk the two friends, they have to wonder if this creepy old woman is who she appears to be, and why the sound of bells follows her wherever she goes.
46 pages, ebook
First published May 6, 2013
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January 3, 2018
Hell’s Bells is a short horror story; apparently loosely based on actual events.
James and Andres are off to meet their favourite author, Richard Gordon, at a book signing. On the way they meet an old hag on the subway; her hair lank and her face covered with pus-filled spots (read here volcanoes). Unfortunately she is Richard Gordon’s biggest fan and is also on the way to see him. The more they try to stay away from her at the book signing, the more she tries to befriend them. Grossed out by her appearance and behaviour they decide to play a prank on her. Big mistake…
This is a well-written, fun (?) story with classic horror inserts. It’s quick to read, yet with a moral that should be heeded. The characters could have been fleshed out a little more, but I guess you can only fit so much into a short story. I liked the snippets of other work by the authors also included in the book. I’ll definitely be looking for these writers in the future.
James and Andres are off to meet their favourite author, Richard Gordon, at a book signing. On the way they meet an old hag on the subway; her hair lank and her face covered with pus-filled spots (read here volcanoes). Unfortunately she is Richard Gordon’s biggest fan and is also on the way to see him. The more they try to stay away from her at the book signing, the more she tries to befriend them. Grossed out by her appearance and behaviour they decide to play a prank on her. Big mistake…
This is a well-written, fun (?) story with classic horror inserts. It’s quick to read, yet with a moral that should be heeded. The characters could have been fleshed out a little more, but I guess you can only fit so much into a short story. I liked the snippets of other work by the authors also included in the book. I’ll definitely be looking for these writers in the future.
November 12, 2013
This was a ghoulishly fun story.
Best friends Andrew and James take the subway to the dark side of town. Their favorite author is having a book signing and they have to be there.
While on the train, a hideous homeless woman befriends them.
Once they finally reach the book signing, they bump into her again and can’t get away from her. When she does something unspeakable, they do something unforgivable, and now they are racing for their very lives.
Sure, the premise might be kind of predictable, but the authors scare ya good while telling it. I could smell the old lady, see her tattered face and hear those bells. Oh yea, the bells are ringing.
Excellent writing, vivid descriptions, and putting you there are what these authors do.
I don’t think I’ll be taking the subway any time soon!
Best friends Andrew and James take the subway to the dark side of town. Their favorite author is having a book signing and they have to be there.
While on the train, a hideous homeless woman befriends them.
Once they finally reach the book signing, they bump into her again and can’t get away from her. When she does something unspeakable, they do something unforgivable, and now they are racing for their very lives.
Sure, the premise might be kind of predictable, but the authors scare ya good while telling it. I could smell the old lady, see her tattered face and hear those bells. Oh yea, the bells are ringing.
Excellent writing, vivid descriptions, and putting you there are what these authors do.
I don’t think I’ll be taking the subway any time soon!
April 1, 2014
Think Misery, but add a supernatural element, and you have Hells Bells. The two friends who are on the way to see their horror writer icon are not really sympathetic or likeable so anything that happens or may happen along the way is of little consequence. The "biggest fan" is a cool rift on the Misery tale and is, on the whole a decent and solid story. With a little work, it could be great, not quite there yet.
November 13, 2014
The story is pretty nice, it kept me wanting to read what happens next.
Two stars because I didn't feel much of a difference between the characters and didn't click with them, the other was the ending and I felt the need of closure and some form of explanation for the paranormal in the book is lacking.
Overall it is a good short read, no shivers or anything but that's just me.
Two stars because I didn't feel much of a difference between the characters and didn't click with them, the other was the ending and I felt the need of closure and some form of explanation for the paranormal in the book is lacking.
Overall it is a good short read, no shivers or anything but that's just me.
July 8, 2014
Very entertaining and fast paced story about two young men whose trip to the city to see their favorite horror author turns out to be as horrific as the stories they so enjoy. The length of this had me expecting a short novella, but about a third of this was just packing, promos and all that, so really this is just a short story. Fun quick read.
February 2, 2017
Ding. Dong.
I love it when an author(s) can take an ordinary part of life that most people have experienced and turn it into a nightmare. This is precisely what Hell's Bells is. No longer will you mock for fear of stepping into another world well the bells of shell toll for you. Great, short read.
I love it when an author(s) can take an ordinary part of life that most people have experienced and turn it into a nightmare. This is precisely what Hell's Bells is. No longer will you mock for fear of stepping into another world well the bells of shell toll for you. Great, short read.
October 3, 2015
Amazingly Visual!
This author duo really rang my bell(s). The greatest stories transport readers to their time and place ... embracing us within them. This is such a tale. Mysterious and unpredictable, I thoroughly enjoyed HELL'S BELLS.
This author duo really rang my bell(s). The greatest stories transport readers to their time and place ... embracing us within them. This is such a tale. Mysterious and unpredictable, I thoroughly enjoyed HELL'S BELLS.
July 26, 2015
I loved this story!!! It was so well written and the descriptions of the old lady were great! haha I wish it would have been longer of course, but still a great read.
June 24, 2013
Interesting story. Strange that the authors referred to NYC as a ghost town... wondering if I missed an "in the future" reference. Could definitely pick out a King inspiration.
August 2, 2013
Stalking ? HA!
August 24, 2013
creepy short story. Shades of "Misery"
January 13, 2014
Great read
loved the short story with a touch of other works will down load other works of both, thank you keep up the good work
loved the short story with a touch of other works will down load other works of both, thank you keep up the good work
February 11, 2014
This book was ok, I think the ending could have been much better. I kept my attention so much that I finished in 1 night.
March 20, 2014
A very short but creepy story, I loved it.
September 16, 2014
Really good book, enjoyed it but thought it was too short.. :( I will be reading more from the author!
March 12, 2015
Creepy but slow
Didn't care for the ending, story was creepy enough and nice concept but I just couldn't really get into it...
Didn't care for the ending, story was creepy enough and nice concept but I just couldn't really get into it...
May 14, 2016
Made me jump a little!
Had me at the edge of my seat!!!! I recommend that you are not by yourself while reading this book!!!!!
Had me at the edge of my seat!!!! I recommend that you are not by yourself while reading this book!!!!!
February 2, 2017
Great read
I really enjoy ed this book a lot. It was well written and the idea was Great. I really recomend it to other readers.
I really enjoy ed this book a lot. It was well written and the idea was Great. I really recomend it to other readers.
January 8, 2014
Interesting story, weird characters, surprising ending.
February 3, 2014
Creepy, gross and downright nightmarish. Loved it!
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