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Spiderstalk
Life hasn't been kind to Adam Sellars lately...
In the past year he has broken up with his fiancee, barely survived a terrible car wreck, and had his brother's family vanish while he lay unconscious in the hospital. All they left behind was a frantic call on his cell phone's voice messages, and a blurry photo of a spider. Since then he has been a crippled shell going through the motions of life with nothing but the search for his brother to keep him going.
But Adam is about to discover that things can still take a turn for the worse. Much worse.
His quest for his brother has brushed up against a very dark corner of the world and something has come out of that darkness with an unholy vengeance. Something unbelievable. He can't fight it, he can't hide from it, and not even the police can protect him as his world descends into chaos.
His only hope lies in a mysterious pair of strangers who have appeared out of nowhere with an offer of aid. But they have their own agenda, and his survival may not be their top priority. Now Adam must keep his wits about him and learn to believe in himself again as events send him on a collision course with a monster more horrific than he ever dreamed possible.
In the past year he has broken up with his fiancee, barely survived a terrible car wreck, and had his brother's family vanish while he lay unconscious in the hospital. All they left behind was a frantic call on his cell phone's voice messages, and a blurry photo of a spider. Since then he has been a crippled shell going through the motions of life with nothing but the search for his brother to keep him going.
But Adam is about to discover that things can still take a turn for the worse. Much worse.
His quest for his brother has brushed up against a very dark corner of the world and something has come out of that darkness with an unholy vengeance. Something unbelievable. He can't fight it, he can't hide from it, and not even the police can protect him as his world descends into chaos.
His only hope lies in a mysterious pair of strangers who have appeared out of nowhere with an offer of aid. But they have their own agenda, and his survival may not be their top priority. Now Adam must keep his wits about him and learn to believe in himself again as events send him on a collision course with a monster more horrific than he ever dreamed possible.
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First published September 1, 2013
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May 31, 2014
When his brother's family vanishes, leaving behind only a frantic phone message and a blurry photo of an immense spider, Adam Sellar hires a private detective to find them. He soon finds himself ensnared in a centuries old web of hate between two secret factions...
The cover and prologue made me think this was going to be a book about dog-sized spiders running people down and devouring them. It didn't turn out to be that kind of book at all but I still enjoyed it.
Spiderstalk is the story of two warring native American tribes, The Dog People and The Spider People, who both derive their power from neurotoxin in a particular species of spider's venom. The Dog People merely use the venom but the Spider People live in symbiosis with the giant spiders. Adam Sellars gets caught in the middle when his family takes a wrong turn and falls victim to one of the spiders.
The book this most reminded me of was The Furies, which I read earlier in 2014, although I liked this approach to the "secret beings fighting a secret war among us" much better.
The worldbuilding was top notch, as were the various factions within the Dog People and the Spider People. For a book that I originally thought was going to be a bunch of people killed by giant spiders, things were very intricately plotted regarding the spiders and the history surrounding them. Carbon nanotubes, bitch! Actually, the reason I thought prevented spiders from becoming super huge monsters, namely their book lungs, wasn't mentioned but I really liked that they had webbing and exoskeletons made of naturally occuring carbon nanotubes.
That being said, I thought some of the characters were a little thing and a lot of thriller cliches were present. There wasn't any gun porn, though, so that was a plus.
Spiderstalk was an entertaining thriller not without a lot of creepy bits. And free on the Kindle as well. If you're into spiders, you'll enjoy it quite a bit. 3.5 out of 5 stars.
The cover and prologue made me think this was going to be a book about dog-sized spiders running people down and devouring them. It didn't turn out to be that kind of book at all but I still enjoyed it.
Spiderstalk is the story of two warring native American tribes, The Dog People and The Spider People, who both derive their power from neurotoxin in a particular species of spider's venom. The Dog People merely use the venom but the Spider People live in symbiosis with the giant spiders. Adam Sellars gets caught in the middle when his family takes a wrong turn and falls victim to one of the spiders.
The book this most reminded me of was The Furies, which I read earlier in 2014, although I liked this approach to the "secret beings fighting a secret war among us" much better.
The worldbuilding was top notch, as were the various factions within the Dog People and the Spider People. For a book that I originally thought was going to be a bunch of people killed by giant spiders, things were very intricately plotted regarding the spiders and the history surrounding them. Carbon nanotubes, bitch! Actually, the reason I thought prevented spiders from becoming super huge monsters, namely their book lungs, wasn't mentioned but I really liked that they had webbing and exoskeletons made of naturally occuring carbon nanotubes.
That being said, I thought some of the characters were a little thing and a lot of thriller cliches were present. There wasn't any gun porn, though, so that was a plus.
Spiderstalk was an entertaining thriller not without a lot of creepy bits. And free on the Kindle as well. If you're into spiders, you'll enjoy it quite a bit. 3.5 out of 5 stars.
December 31, 2013
“Spiderstalk” is a surprisingly developed novel and not at all what you’re expecting from the cover. The characters are attractive and real, and they change in surprising ways during the story. Initial judgments of good and bad, positive and negative, dangerous and safe, are all turned on their head as the plot delightfully works itself out. Honestly, I really like this book.
You truly don’t expect to find an insightful cultural exploration (or two) within the pages of what looks like a typical “monster” book. “Spiderstalk” turns out to be an intelligent, rewarding revelation of hidden cultures hiding in plain sight within our own world. And yes, in case you’re worried, the novel absolutely does deliver a whole series of very prickly moments for all of us who suffer from arachnophobia.
This is a well written book with good dialogue, both internal and external, along with well drawn (and disturbing) characters. It features an remarkable concept with elements of secret societies, alien cultures, hidden truths, historic oddities and Native American underpinnings while still pulling off a believable romance to boot. I am so used to being disappointed (or angry, or disgusted) with the majority of Indie novels I read that I was holding my breath for the first third of “Spiderstalk” fearing that it was too good to be true and expecting it to suddenly turn to mush. But it didn’t! Instead, the book just kept getting better. Complex scenes were deftly handled and clever. The unveiling theme kept deepening as the risks continued to grow. The novel held up to the end and beyond. Well done Mr. Hilliard!
My only real complaint is the book’s cover art. I suppose it’s not so much a complaint as it is a concern. I want a larger audience for this book and the current cover runs the risk of attracting only monster or creepy spider readers (yeah, I know, I’m one of those). I worry, though, that the current imagery is unappealing to a whole host of thoughtful readers who would love the book. Perhaps, instead of just the hanging spider, the cover could show part of a naked shoulder with a spider tattoo, or an actual spider perched on that shoulder beside such a tattoo. I’m trying to imply that the book needs a quick way to alert potential readers that while this story deals in real spiders there’s a whole fascinating world hidden here, and that things are never what they seem.
Just my 2 cents worth. This is a wonderful book and I highly recommend it.
You truly don’t expect to find an insightful cultural exploration (or two) within the pages of what looks like a typical “monster” book. “Spiderstalk” turns out to be an intelligent, rewarding revelation of hidden cultures hiding in plain sight within our own world. And yes, in case you’re worried, the novel absolutely does deliver a whole series of very prickly moments for all of us who suffer from arachnophobia.
This is a well written book with good dialogue, both internal and external, along with well drawn (and disturbing) characters. It features an remarkable concept with elements of secret societies, alien cultures, hidden truths, historic oddities and Native American underpinnings while still pulling off a believable romance to boot. I am so used to being disappointed (or angry, or disgusted) with the majority of Indie novels I read that I was holding my breath for the first third of “Spiderstalk” fearing that it was too good to be true and expecting it to suddenly turn to mush. But it didn’t! Instead, the book just kept getting better. Complex scenes were deftly handled and clever. The unveiling theme kept deepening as the risks continued to grow. The novel held up to the end and beyond. Well done Mr. Hilliard!
My only real complaint is the book’s cover art. I suppose it’s not so much a complaint as it is a concern. I want a larger audience for this book and the current cover runs the risk of attracting only monster or creepy spider readers (yeah, I know, I’m one of those). I worry, though, that the current imagery is unappealing to a whole host of thoughtful readers who would love the book. Perhaps, instead of just the hanging spider, the cover could show part of a naked shoulder with a spider tattoo, or an actual spider perched on that shoulder beside such a tattoo. I’m trying to imply that the book needs a quick way to alert potential readers that while this story deals in real spiders there’s a whole fascinating world hidden here, and that things are never what they seem.
Just my 2 cents worth. This is a wonderful book and I highly recommend it.
June 26, 2015
First off, this is the synopsis for the book because I am just too lazy to sum it it for you:
"Life hasn't been kind to Adam lately.
In the past year he has broken up with his fiancee, barely survived a terrible car wreck, and had his brother's family vanish while he lay unconscious in the hospital. The only thing he has left of them is a frantic call in his cell phone's voice messages, along with the blurry photo of a spider. Since then he has been a crippled shell going through the motions of life with nothing but the search for his brother to keep him going.
But Adam is about to find out that things can still take a turn for the worse. Much worse.
His quest for his brother has brushed up against a very dark corner of the world and something has come out of that darkness with an unholy vengeance. Something unbelievable. He can't fight it, he can't hide from it, and not even the police can protect him as his world descends into chaos.
His only hope lies in a mysterious pair of strangers who have appeared out of nowhere with an offer of aid. But they have their own agenda, and his survival may not be their top priority. Now Adam must keep his wits about him and learn to believe in himself again as events send him on a collision course with a monster more horrific than he ever dreamed possible."
The next thing you need to know is, "I HATE SPIDERS!" Little ones, palm sized ones...then this book comes along and you have some the size of a small house!
It was a decent tale, if a tad too long (434 pages!), but it kept my interest. It flowed well and there are some vivid scenes with the spiders that were nerve wracking. Seriously, I read some of this book outside on the patio and anytime a bug got close to me, I freaked out!
I also enjoyed the description of the tribes woven in with some Native American folklore and a tribal war that has been going on for centuries. The only thing that got on my nerves was the constant whiny, "oh poor is me-I am so pathetic- no one is going to want me" attitude of the main character, Adam. Frankly, I wanted to punch the guy and tell him to man up!
In conclusion, I am giving this one a spider-stomping 3 1/2 stars (rounded to 4 here). Those with arachnophobia need not apply.
(I had some cool pics and gifs for this review but for some reason I cannot get them to work. Phooey!)
"Life hasn't been kind to Adam lately.
In the past year he has broken up with his fiancee, barely survived a terrible car wreck, and had his brother's family vanish while he lay unconscious in the hospital. The only thing he has left of them is a frantic call in his cell phone's voice messages, along with the blurry photo of a spider. Since then he has been a crippled shell going through the motions of life with nothing but the search for his brother to keep him going.
But Adam is about to find out that things can still take a turn for the worse. Much worse.
His quest for his brother has brushed up against a very dark corner of the world and something has come out of that darkness with an unholy vengeance. Something unbelievable. He can't fight it, he can't hide from it, and not even the police can protect him as his world descends into chaos.
His only hope lies in a mysterious pair of strangers who have appeared out of nowhere with an offer of aid. But they have their own agenda, and his survival may not be their top priority. Now Adam must keep his wits about him and learn to believe in himself again as events send him on a collision course with a monster more horrific than he ever dreamed possible."
The next thing you need to know is, "I HATE SPIDERS!" Little ones, palm sized ones...then this book comes along and you have some the size of a small house!
It was a decent tale, if a tad too long (434 pages!), but it kept my interest. It flowed well and there are some vivid scenes with the spiders that were nerve wracking. Seriously, I read some of this book outside on the patio and anytime a bug got close to me, I freaked out!
I also enjoyed the description of the tribes woven in with some Native American folklore and a tribal war that has been going on for centuries. The only thing that got on my nerves was the constant whiny, "oh poor is me-I am so pathetic- no one is going to want me" attitude of the main character, Adam. Frankly, I wanted to punch the guy and tell him to man up!
In conclusion, I am giving this one a spider-stomping 3 1/2 stars (rounded to 4 here). Those with arachnophobia need not apply.
(I had some cool pics and gifs for this review but for some reason I cannot get them to work. Phooey!)
January 15, 2014
I’ve been sitting here for about 30 minutes, trying to figure out the best way to start this review. I have so many things I want to say about SPIDERSTALK, but words cannot seem to convey just how amazing this book really is. And it is truly that: amazing. If you are familiar with my reviews, you know this is not a designation I give out very often…maybe only once or twice a year (I read a lot). But this book is worthy of that mark and so much more.
Where do I even begin? The plot synopsis only scratches the surface of what this book is about, but that’s not a bad thing at all. The story is a treasure trove of plot work and detail. The result is an astounding book that will blow you away.
As with Hilliard’s previous works, SPIDERSTALK is written well and flows smoothly at a nice pace. I am once again impressed with the editing as well; many self-published books contain several errors, whether they are grammatical or spelling. This book only has one editing error that I found (an omitted word). As a result, the finished product looks and reads like a professional piece.
The story is very unique, a refreshing blast of originality in a medium that is filled with rehashed ideas and reused cliches. I am not going to give away big aspects of the plot, as discovering what is going on is part of the fun, but I will tell you there is much more going on than you will initially think. I’m not sure where Hilliard got the idea for this story, but I’d love to know. Perhaps I will have to schedule an interview with him to find out.
The prologue alone was enough to have me squirming, which is a huge testament to the intensity level this book has throughout. I would classify this one as part horror, part dark fantasy, part historical fiction…a huge diversity, I know, but read the book and you’ll understand. I could definitely see this as a major-length motion picture as well.
SPIDERSTALK is my first Must Read recommendation I’m going to give for 2014. It is a hell of a book, and I cannot wait to see what Hilliard does for a follow-up. Visit Hilliard’s website or the book’s Amazon page for ordering information…either way, make sure to give this one a look.
Where do I even begin? The plot synopsis only scratches the surface of what this book is about, but that’s not a bad thing at all. The story is a treasure trove of plot work and detail. The result is an astounding book that will blow you away.
As with Hilliard’s previous works, SPIDERSTALK is written well and flows smoothly at a nice pace. I am once again impressed with the editing as well; many self-published books contain several errors, whether they are grammatical or spelling. This book only has one editing error that I found (an omitted word). As a result, the finished product looks and reads like a professional piece.
The story is very unique, a refreshing blast of originality in a medium that is filled with rehashed ideas and reused cliches. I am not going to give away big aspects of the plot, as discovering what is going on is part of the fun, but I will tell you there is much more going on than you will initially think. I’m not sure where Hilliard got the idea for this story, but I’d love to know. Perhaps I will have to schedule an interview with him to find out.
The prologue alone was enough to have me squirming, which is a huge testament to the intensity level this book has throughout. I would classify this one as part horror, part dark fantasy, part historical fiction…a huge diversity, I know, but read the book and you’ll understand. I could definitely see this as a major-length motion picture as well.
SPIDERSTALK is my first Must Read recommendation I’m going to give for 2014. It is a hell of a book, and I cannot wait to see what Hilliard does for a follow-up. Visit Hilliard’s website or the book’s Amazon page for ordering information…either way, make sure to give this one a look.
November 6, 2013
Giant Spiders, Gunfights, and Secret Tribes
It sounds like a bad B-movie, but it actually works. There were some truly unforgettable scenes in this book that the author has you seeing in your head…a close encounter of the big arachnid kind in a movie theater, a shootout in a hospital with a chick named Maggie (who is freaking scary in her own right), and a final showdown on a small foggy farm with a monster that is as creepily alien as it is powerful. And those are just a few. There’s even a philosophical theory on dating that I guarantee you have never heard before.
The characters are the other strong point, and they carry the book between action scenes. I still haven’t decided which is my favorite…either Olivia, Billy, or maybe even Maggie. It’s a big book, but definitely worth your time.
It sounds like a bad B-movie, but it actually works. There were some truly unforgettable scenes in this book that the author has you seeing in your head…a close encounter of the big arachnid kind in a movie theater, a shootout in a hospital with a chick named Maggie (who is freaking scary in her own right), and a final showdown on a small foggy farm with a monster that is as creepily alien as it is powerful. And those are just a few. There’s even a philosophical theory on dating that I guarantee you have never heard before.
The characters are the other strong point, and they carry the book between action scenes. I still haven’t decided which is my favorite…either Olivia, Billy, or maybe even Maggie. It’s a big book, but definitely worth your time.
November 25, 2013
This was a well-written mystery that had more than its share of scary events. Personally, I hate spiders, but I continued to read it nonetheless. I was intrigued by the characters and couldn't wait to find out what was going to happen next. The main character is the most accident prone individual I've read about to date. To make matters worse, a crazy "Viking Chick" named Maggie is trying to kill him. As if that isn't bad enough, a giant spider is stalking the population. There are a few plot twists that I cannot describe without spoiling it for readers.
I recommend this book for individuals who love mysteries, science fiction, and horror. This book has it all.
I recommend this book for individuals who love mysteries, science fiction, and horror. This book has it all.
November 27, 2013
I really loved this book. It was a real nail-biter. Maggie was really scary at first - I thought she was going to kill the main character. The spiders were really terrifying - not to mention the tribes and their powers. I can't write too much without spoiling the book!
I would recommend this to other YA readers who like scary thrillers. It was really hard to put this book down.
I would recommend this to other YA readers who like scary thrillers. It was really hard to put this book down.
May 5, 2014
Exceptionally good, well written horror novel that has tons of edge of the seat action throughout. This one had me squirming on many occasions with the intensity of the action involving characters that you get to know and care about through the storytelling ability of D Nathan Hilliard. A thrill ride that stands head and shoulders above most of the competition out there.
April 29, 2015
Though I'm a serious arachnophobe I enjoyed this book. The development of the history involved was well done and well thought out. I found the characters interesting and believable, and the story moved along quickly and kept me drawn in. The author's style flowed well and was very descriptive. I would recommend this book, even to others who cringe at spiders!
February 20, 2017
Absolutely one of the BEST tales I've every read!!!
I enjoy creepy, thriller stories, especially where "critters" are involved. I also have had a life-long love and fascination with Spiders. It was then not a difficult decision when I saw the title of this book., and read the synopsis, it was something I would most likely enjoy a good deal. To what extent lay ahead, part of the surprise that gradually opened with the turning of each and every page.
A young family is on a day trip of sorts, out in the countryside. It doesn't take long for these "townies" to get themselves good and lost, and then the young Mother notices a very old and slightly run-down cemetery just back a little way from the road. She had to stop and check it out. As the family get out of the car, the little dog catches a glimpse of something in the distance, and on the other side of the road and takes off in pursuit. Dad chooses to go after the dog while Mother and young son check out the head stones. The family is never seen nor heard from again.
At the same time far away a young man has been seriously injured in an accident and will require months of care before he is released, and even then his mobility is greatly restricted because of damage to his back and legs. While he is in hospital recovering numerous surgeries he learns of the disappearance of his brother, sister-in-law and young nephew. When he is released from hospital he hires a private investigator to go in search of his brother and family, and then his investigator goes missing too. Next thing he knows the police are questioning him about the possible murder of the investigator...........................and so the tale begins.
It would be criminal for me to say any more. This one you just have to read for yourself. It is scary, thrilling, exciting, fascinating and simply one of the very best stories I've ever read. This is a story I can see myself reading again and again, just to look for the tiny little things I may have missed the first time round. I was at the edge of my seat, I was laughing, and once I even had tears. The main characters are so interesting but also likeable, and very well filled out. Especially our "hero," the injured brother. During this adventure he not only learns so much about a people he never knew existed before, but a lot about himself as well.
I strongly recommend this one, and if I could give it 10 stars, I would do so!
I enjoy creepy, thriller stories, especially where "critters" are involved. I also have had a life-long love and fascination with Spiders. It was then not a difficult decision when I saw the title of this book., and read the synopsis, it was something I would most likely enjoy a good deal. To what extent lay ahead, part of the surprise that gradually opened with the turning of each and every page.
A young family is on a day trip of sorts, out in the countryside. It doesn't take long for these "townies" to get themselves good and lost, and then the young Mother notices a very old and slightly run-down cemetery just back a little way from the road. She had to stop and check it out. As the family get out of the car, the little dog catches a glimpse of something in the distance, and on the other side of the road and takes off in pursuit. Dad chooses to go after the dog while Mother and young son check out the head stones. The family is never seen nor heard from again.
At the same time far away a young man has been seriously injured in an accident and will require months of care before he is released, and even then his mobility is greatly restricted because of damage to his back and legs. While he is in hospital recovering numerous surgeries he learns of the disappearance of his brother, sister-in-law and young nephew. When he is released from hospital he hires a private investigator to go in search of his brother and family, and then his investigator goes missing too. Next thing he knows the police are questioning him about the possible murder of the investigator...........................and so the tale begins.
It would be criminal for me to say any more. This one you just have to read for yourself. It is scary, thrilling, exciting, fascinating and simply one of the very best stories I've ever read. This is a story I can see myself reading again and again, just to look for the tiny little things I may have missed the first time round. I was at the edge of my seat, I was laughing, and once I even had tears. The main characters are so interesting but also likeable, and very well filled out. Especially our "hero," the injured brother. During this adventure he not only learns so much about a people he never knew existed before, but a lot about himself as well.
I strongly recommend this one, and if I could give it 10 stars, I would do so!
January 22, 2015
When his brother and family disappear, Adam gets unintentionally involved in a conflict between two ancient tribes of Native Americans that have been at war for centuries. One of the tribes has telepathic abilities that they share with giant spiders as companions, the other tribe has been trying to achieve this ability. Mayhem ensues, Adam becomes targeted for assassination for his knowledge, all he wants is his nephew returned.
January 22, 2015
When his brother and family disappear, Adam gets unintentionally involved in a conflict between two ancient tribes of Native Americans that have been at war for centuries. One of the tribes has telepathic abilities that they share with giant spiders as companions, the other tribe has been trying to achieve this ability. Mayhem ensues, Adam becomes targeted for assassination for his knowledge, all he wants is his nephew returned.
October 26, 2015
Spiders
Even though I hate and am deathly afraid of these 8 legged creatures, I finished this book....almost the scariest book I have ever read...Mr. Hilliard did a great job on characters and especially the big and I do mean big spiders...war between the Dog People and the Spider People has been fought for centuries and it was coming to an end...all I can say is Wow and thank the author for my nightmares that I will be having for months to come...
Even though I hate and am deathly afraid of these 8 legged creatures, I finished this book....almost the scariest book I have ever read...Mr. Hilliard did a great job on characters and especially the big and I do mean big spiders...war between the Dog People and the Spider People has been fought for centuries and it was coming to an end...all I can say is Wow and thank the author for my nightmares that I will be having for months to come...
October 18, 2013
Rating: 8.0/10.0
Review: This book told the story of a everyday man who has a stream of bad luck. In search of his brother, Adam must overcome darkness and fight to live. The characters were well built and the descriptions of scenes were pretty good too. I’d definitely recommend this book to any Adventure reader out there. I enjoyed it, and so would they.
Review: This book told the story of a everyday man who has a stream of bad luck. In search of his brother, Adam must overcome darkness and fight to live. The characters were well built and the descriptions of scenes were pretty good too. I’d definitely recommend this book to any Adventure reader out there. I enjoyed it, and so would they.
January 18, 2016
Good supernatural thriller
Native American tribes that share a common ancestry have been at war for centuries. Giant spiders and the secret venom they possess are at the heart of the conflict. Now there's a common threat that brings changes.
Good story with lots on action. Well written. Interesting characters.
Enjoyed this story.
Native American tribes that share a common ancestry have been at war for centuries. Giant spiders and the secret venom they possess are at the heart of the conflict. Now there's a common threat that brings changes.
Good story with lots on action. Well written. Interesting characters.
Enjoyed this story.
May 20, 2016
Great read
I really enjoyed this story.I would call it a blend of sci fi ,horror, and a bit of Native American fiction.It is well written well edited with only a couple of typo errors.Could have been a little long but it didn't drag.Can't wait to read some more of his work.Good job Mr Hillard
I really enjoyed this story.I would call it a blend of sci fi ,horror, and a bit of Native American fiction.It is well written well edited with only a couple of typo errors.Could have been a little long but it didn't drag.Can't wait to read some more of his work.Good job Mr Hillard
December 24, 2013
This is a horror story. A really good horror story, one that conjures up terrifying images as you read. But it's more than that - it's a horror story with finesse. It's backed up by a really good polt and solid characters. A total winner.
January 29, 2014
Great
I do not like spiders so when I saw this book it peeked my imagination, I just had to find out what the book was all about. Spiders and more spiders, the plot was very thrilling. the book was very interesting and fascinating.
I do not like spiders so when I saw this book it peeked my imagination, I just had to find out what the book was all about. Spiders and more spiders, the plot was very thrilling. the book was very interesting and fascinating.
June 2, 2017
I didn't want this book to end!
I know it's a scary book, and I know it should end, but it's just refreshing reading about real monsters for a change. I hope there's another book coming...
I know it's a scary book, and I know it should end, but it's just refreshing reading about real monsters for a change. I hope there's another book coming...
August 1, 2014
One of the better horror books I have ever read. Very good story and creepy as heck. Highly recommended!
August 16, 2014
This book was a great read!
June 17, 2015
Spiderstalk
Spiderstalk is a very creative, scary book that is hard to put down. The concept of telepathic spiders was something most people wouldn't even consider. Great read!
Spiderstalk is a very creative, scary book that is hard to put down. The concept of telepathic spiders was something most people wouldn't even consider. Great read!
November 3, 2015
Thoroughly enjoyed this spooky book !!! Have found a new horror/sci fi author in D Nathan Hilliard. Starting Tales of Nur : the Borrow Wolf tonight
April 23, 2018
Horror isn't my most often read genre, in fact
Spidertalk
is the first horror book that I have read in quite some time but
Spidertalk
has rekindled (no pun intended) my interest in reading more horror. At 400 plus pages it was a little on the long side, reminding me of some of the tomes that Stephen King has been known to write. It was a little slow moving in places so I feel if the author had picked up the pace just a little, he could have kept the page count down. This was one of those cases where more wasn't better. Great characters, great plot, great dialogue. and a mind blowing ending. I recommend this book to anyone that loves a good horror story. I would have rated it a five if it hadn't been so long.
November 29, 2023
Excellent! I took the time to read the top 10 spider themed books and this is by far the best. It's so good I read every book by the talented author. I cannot recommend this book enough. It's genuinely good...much better than I expected, maybe better than it should be. The book needs a sequel asap and I hope the author reads this and k ow how much we like his art. An exciting, thrilling , surprising book which is about spiders without being too scary for arachiphobes. If you like horror and can handle spiders then this is the book for you!
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July 1, 2018Spiderstalk
A surprising above average read! Didn't expect much, but was pleasantly surprised! Well written, great characters and an almost believable storyline makes for a real page turner. Thoroughly enjoyed this fun ride.
A surprising above average read! Didn't expect much, but was pleasantly surprised! Well written, great characters and an almost believable storyline makes for a real page turner. Thoroughly enjoyed this fun ride.
February 24, 2020
What a book. Sure wasn't what I was expecting. It is very well written and the characters seem so real. Not one of those campy horror stories. Adam goes searching for his family that disappeared while out on a day road trip. What Adam finds goes beyond his wildest imaginations.
April 8, 2025
What a surprise!
I thought this was just going to be a horror story about huge spiders, but I was wrong! The plot was intense and very well written. I put off reading this book because I hate spiders...it was a mistake. This story was intense!
I thought this was just going to be a horror story about huge spiders, but I was wrong! The plot was intense and very well written. I put off reading this book because I hate spiders...it was a mistake. This story was intense!
February 9, 2017
Great read!!
I loved this story. Kept me entertained and following along. Enough said. I'm starting to become a big fan of Hilliard 's work.
I loved this story. Kept me entertained and following along. Enough said. I'm starting to become a big fan of Hilliard 's work.
February 26, 2019
So much much more than a killer spider story! Can't recommend enough. Full of action, unique characters, a deep but not convoluted story, and of course some killer spiders.
I highly recommend!
I highly recommend!
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