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Nowhere, Ohio
In the quiet bedroom communities surrounding Akron, Ohio, a series of brutal animal attacks leaves a trail of mutilated bodies. Fourteen-year-old Ryan Hatcher, burdened by the challenges of separated parents, a distant older brother, and a mother battling cancer, stumbles upon a chilling belief. Convinced that his father and other locals will transform into werewolves during the impending full moon, Ryan grapples with the weight of this ominous prophecy.
As if werewolves weren't enough, Ryan also contends with spectral entities communicating exclusively with his younger sister, Layla, using her toys as conduits for otherworldly messages. Despite the skepticism of his friends, Ryan embarks on a paranormal investigation, uncovering eerie behaviors in neighbors and even his own family. The result is a blood-soaked coming-of-age horror story set against the backdrop of a small town with just weeks to unravel the clues and convince loved ones that a horrifying event is looming.
Nowhere, Ohio weaves a tale of horror, drawing inspiration from real places and events of the era while infusing 80s nostalgia, offering a terrifying narrative that explores the challenges of growing up.
As if werewolves weren't enough, Ryan also contends with spectral entities communicating exclusively with his younger sister, Layla, using her toys as conduits for otherworldly messages. Despite the skepticism of his friends, Ryan embarks on a paranormal investigation, uncovering eerie behaviors in neighbors and even his own family. The result is a blood-soaked coming-of-age horror story set against the backdrop of a small town with just weeks to unravel the clues and convince loved ones that a horrifying event is looming.
Nowhere, Ohio weaves a tale of horror, drawing inspiration from real places and events of the era while infusing 80s nostalgia, offering a terrifying narrative that explores the challenges of growing up.
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368 pages, Hardcover
Published October 1, 2024
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August 20, 2024
Bloodthirsty werewolves, set in the 80s, a group of teenage friends, and a slight Final Destination vibe... what more could you want?
When a werewolf terrorises a small town one Halloween night, everything changes. Ryan, a young teenage boy, witnesses the wolf attacking family and sees what happens once the wolf is killed. Now he's seeing dead people, and feels like he's the only one who can stop what happens next.
This was, I felt, a slow-burner. It took me a lot longer than usual to get through this one because I felt that it was just incredibly slow at points. The moments with the werewolf attacks were brilliantly brutal, and I had hoped there would be so much more of it than there actually was. At around the 75% mark, the story was amped up, and it was full steam ahead from then until the end. I loved the idea that Ryan was having visions of what was going to happen, but it definitely messed with my feelings a little as it didn't let on that these were visions until afterwards.
If you love 80s werewolf movies/books, this is definitely one for you.
When a werewolf terrorises a small town one Halloween night, everything changes. Ryan, a young teenage boy, witnesses the wolf attacking family and sees what happens once the wolf is killed. Now he's seeing dead people, and feels like he's the only one who can stop what happens next.
This was, I felt, a slow-burner. It took me a lot longer than usual to get through this one because I felt that it was just incredibly slow at points. The moments with the werewolf attacks were brilliantly brutal, and I had hoped there would be so much more of it than there actually was. At around the 75% mark, the story was amped up, and it was full steam ahead from then until the end. I loved the idea that Ryan was having visions of what was going to happen, but it definitely messed with my feelings a little as it didn't let on that these were visions until afterwards.
If you love 80s werewolf movies/books, this is definitely one for you.
July 31, 2024
This werewolf/supernatural novel is a good mix of terrifying blood thirsty creatures, haunting gruesome spirits, and a coming of age story.
I love a good werewolf story and these ones are the unsettling type. They're vicious, hungry, and have nothing but predatory instincts in that form.
Of course, when a close knit group of teens realise what's behind the "animal attacks" in the town, convincing others isn't so easy. So it's going to fall on them to try and stop the carnage as the bodies pile up. But other people have secrets and might know more than they're letting on.
In between the gruesome murders, our main protagonist and his little sister experience horrifying ghostly visions. These spirits are trying to tell them something but it's unclear to either of them how it factors in to the killings.
As the next full moon gets closer, they have to make some life changing choices as the identity of the werewolves are revealed.
Overall, this is a fantastic novel especially if, like myself, you love the werewolf vibes. My only minor criticism is only a personal one and probably won't affect most readers. I thought perhaps it was a tad too descriptive in some sections and slowed the otherwise fast paced narrative down. Again, I know people who LOVE this kind of descriptive narrative so I'm probably in the minority. This is, in no way, a criticism of the author. This novel is well written and he knows his stuff!
I definitely highly recommend it especially if you like your werewolves horrifyingly brutal!
I received a copy of this book through Netgalley. This review is voluntary and is my own personal opinion.
I love a good werewolf story and these ones are the unsettling type. They're vicious, hungry, and have nothing but predatory instincts in that form.
Of course, when a close knit group of teens realise what's behind the "animal attacks" in the town, convincing others isn't so easy. So it's going to fall on them to try and stop the carnage as the bodies pile up. But other people have secrets and might know more than they're letting on.
In between the gruesome murders, our main protagonist and his little sister experience horrifying ghostly visions. These spirits are trying to tell them something but it's unclear to either of them how it factors in to the killings.
As the next full moon gets closer, they have to make some life changing choices as the identity of the werewolves are revealed.
Overall, this is a fantastic novel especially if, like myself, you love the werewolf vibes. My only minor criticism is only a personal one and probably won't affect most readers. I thought perhaps it was a tad too descriptive in some sections and slowed the otherwise fast paced narrative down. Again, I know people who LOVE this kind of descriptive narrative so I'm probably in the minority. This is, in no way, a criticism of the author. This novel is well written and he knows his stuff!
I definitely highly recommend it especially if you like your werewolves horrifyingly brutal!
I received a copy of this book through Netgalley. This review is voluntary and is my own personal opinion.
August 23, 2024
This book is a thrilling departure from my expectations. It is truly a gem for those with a taste for the extraordinary, especially if you have a penchant for werewolves!
Nowhere, Ohio is a horror story set in a quiet town near Akron, Ohio. Fourteen-year-old Ryan Hatcher believes that his father and other locals will transform into werewolves during the full moon. He also discovers spectral entities communicating with his younger sister through her toys. Despite skepticism from his friends, Ryan investigates paranormal activities in the town, uncovering eerie behaviors in neighbors and his own family. The story explores the challenges of growing up in a small town with a terrifying twist.
In this gripping tale, a group of teenagers stumbles upon the dark truth behind a string of vicious animal attacks in their small town. Despite their best efforts to warn others of the impending danger, they find themselves battling against disbelief and skepticism. As they race against time to put an end to the bloodshed and unravel the enigma, they are haunted by ghostly apparitions and faced with life-altering decisions as the sinister identity of the werewolves is unveiled.
The novel has garnered high praise for its spine-chilling werewolf elements, though some have noted that certain descriptive passages may momentarily slow down the breakneck pace of the narrative. Nevertheless, it comes highly recommended for aficionados of savage werewolf sagas. Prepare yourself for a wild ride through the shadows of the unknown!
Thank you NetGalley and Anthropolis Publishing for digital ARC copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Nowhere, Ohio is a horror story set in a quiet town near Akron, Ohio. Fourteen-year-old Ryan Hatcher believes that his father and other locals will transform into werewolves during the full moon. He also discovers spectral entities communicating with his younger sister through her toys. Despite skepticism from his friends, Ryan investigates paranormal activities in the town, uncovering eerie behaviors in neighbors and his own family. The story explores the challenges of growing up in a small town with a terrifying twist.
In this gripping tale, a group of teenagers stumbles upon the dark truth behind a string of vicious animal attacks in their small town. Despite their best efforts to warn others of the impending danger, they find themselves battling against disbelief and skepticism. As they race against time to put an end to the bloodshed and unravel the enigma, they are haunted by ghostly apparitions and faced with life-altering decisions as the sinister identity of the werewolves is unveiled.
The novel has garnered high praise for its spine-chilling werewolf elements, though some have noted that certain descriptive passages may momentarily slow down the breakneck pace of the narrative. Nevertheless, it comes highly recommended for aficionados of savage werewolf sagas. Prepare yourself for a wild ride through the shadows of the unknown!
Thank you NetGalley and Anthropolis Publishing for digital ARC copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 23, 2024
Norton, Ohio is a small community close to Akron, Ohio. A place struggling after it's largest industry shuts down leaving many of it's residents in hardship to find work. Ryan and his family are not immune to the struggles of their town. With his mom and dad separated, and his mom dying of cancer, Ryan and his older brother Devin, and younger sister Layla try to navigate their new existance.
When a father and daughter in town are brutally killed by a giant wolf, the entire town is turned upside down. Reality is suspended when Ryan and his sister start seeing spirits that seems to be trying to tell them something. With the adults in their lives completely ignoring the attacks, it's up to Ryan and his friends to figure out what is going on and to keep everyone safe.
This book reminded me of a mix of 80's classic horror movies and Final Destination. Full of 80's pop culture references, this brought back so many childhood memories for me. My main beef with this book was the writing style of flowing between characters POV's in the same chapters. Most of the story is told from Ryan's point of view but in the middle of paragraphs we switch into the other characters thoughts. It was disorienting at times and I found myself having to reread to figure out how events were playing out. Despite this, I really liked this book. It was was gory, and scary with "I can't believe that just happened" moments. The ending was gripping with action and a sequence of events that had my jaw on the floor. If you're looking for a good monster horror book for spooky season, I can't recommend this enough.
Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read and review this book.
When a father and daughter in town are brutally killed by a giant wolf, the entire town is turned upside down. Reality is suspended when Ryan and his sister start seeing spirits that seems to be trying to tell them something. With the adults in their lives completely ignoring the attacks, it's up to Ryan and his friends to figure out what is going on and to keep everyone safe.
This book reminded me of a mix of 80's classic horror movies and Final Destination. Full of 80's pop culture references, this brought back so many childhood memories for me. My main beef with this book was the writing style of flowing between characters POV's in the same chapters. Most of the story is told from Ryan's point of view but in the middle of paragraphs we switch into the other characters thoughts. It was disorienting at times and I found myself having to reread to figure out how events were playing out. Despite this, I really liked this book. It was was gory, and scary with "I can't believe that just happened" moments. The ending was gripping with action and a sequence of events that had my jaw on the floor. If you're looking for a good monster horror book for spooky season, I can't recommend this enough.
Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read and review this book.
September 22, 2024
For someone that doesn’t usually enjoy werewolf novels, I’m so glad I read this!
Full of 80s nostalgia with major retro slasher vibes, this book takes your basic werewolf story and morphs it into something completely unexpected.
I think what really grabbed me with this one is that it’s not ONLY your typical tale of werewolves chasing people under a full moon, but a whole entire different take including some reasonably chilling supernatural events and total final destination like visions.
If you’re looking for a fast paced read for this spooky season, I’d definitely add this to your list
Full of 80s nostalgia with major retro slasher vibes, this book takes your basic werewolf story and morphs it into something completely unexpected.
I think what really grabbed me with this one is that it’s not ONLY your typical tale of werewolves chasing people under a full moon, but a whole entire different take including some reasonably chilling supernatural events and total final destination like visions.
If you’re looking for a fast paced read for this spooky season, I’d definitely add this to your list
August 21, 2024
This book was so freaking good. Like every moment was good time. Must read.
August 28, 2024
This werewolf novel delivers a brisk, no-nonsense narrative, spiced up with a supernatural twist involving ghosts for an extra layer of excitement. It’s also packed with 80s nostalgia, making it a treat for anyone who grew up during that era and appreciates those nostalgic nods. Will say though I love that this was in Ohio, and the premise was intriguing so thank you Netgalley for the arc
July 26, 2024
Love a nostalgic read and werewolves, PLUS it’s based in Ohio (where I reside) so I had to read it! Aside from grammatical errors-this was a solid story. Loved the take on the curse of werewolves. Very atmospheric throughout. Slow to start, but picks up in the middle! Will definitely look for more from this author!
June 18, 2024
First I want to thank Netgalley for giving me the chance to read this book!
I love horror and when I saw this was about a town in Ohio I had to read it. As an Ohio resident, it felt like it had to be done.
I enjoyed the supernatural elements in this story and the werewolves. They were interesting in the way that they thought. Less of the person becoming a mindless werewolf machine, more of them attempting to "fight" back against their curse. My favorite part of this book was the apparitions though and how things could feel so real and then not be. I did struggle at the beginning of this book because it took a bit for me to get into it. The action picked up more towards the middle and that ending! I was not expecting the plot twist that was thrown. I can often tell when a story is going to go a certain way and the author really got me this time.
The main reason this was a 3-star read for me and not a 4-star is due to mechanical errors within the story that would stop me in my tracks. There was one point when Valerie was thinking of the wife but instead husband was written, for example. I don't think these errors mean the book isn't worth reading though.
If you love horror and things that go bump in the night you will enjoy this book. I also felt rather nostalgic about the 80s setting of the story. So many toys that I had as a child were included. My husband still has his garbage pail kids cards from when he was Ryan's age. If you remember the 80s and 90s this book will send you on a terrifying trip down memory lane.
I love horror and when I saw this was about a town in Ohio I had to read it. As an Ohio resident, it felt like it had to be done.
I enjoyed the supernatural elements in this story and the werewolves. They were interesting in the way that they thought. Less of the person becoming a mindless werewolf machine, more of them attempting to "fight" back against their curse. My favorite part of this book was the apparitions though and how things could feel so real and then not be. I did struggle at the beginning of this book because it took a bit for me to get into it. The action picked up more towards the middle and that ending! I was not expecting the plot twist that was thrown. I can often tell when a story is going to go a certain way and the author really got me this time.
The main reason this was a 3-star read for me and not a 4-star is due to mechanical errors within the story that would stop me in my tracks. There was one point when Valerie was thinking of the wife but instead husband was written, for example. I don't think these errors mean the book isn't worth reading though.
If you love horror and things that go bump in the night you will enjoy this book. I also felt rather nostalgic about the 80s setting of the story. So many toys that I had as a child were included. My husband still has his garbage pail kids cards from when he was Ryan's age. If you remember the 80s and 90s this book will send you on a terrifying trip down memory lane.
July 9, 2024
This reads like a 90s slasher!
Nowhere, Ohio follows Ryan, a 14 year old whose world is turned upside down on Halloween night when he and a small group of others discover werewolves are real. He watches as his neighbor kills the werewolf so why are people in their town still being attacked by a wild animal? Ryan begins having visions and seeing apparitions that seem to want to tell him something but he doesn't know what. With the help of his brother, younger sister, and group of friends, Ryan intends to get to the bottom of the killings.
This book is gory, fast paced, and a fun read.
Thank you NetGalley, Bryan Wayne Dull, and Anthropolis Pubishing for allowing me to review.
Nowhere, Ohio follows Ryan, a 14 year old whose world is turned upside down on Halloween night when he and a small group of others discover werewolves are real. He watches as his neighbor kills the werewolf so why are people in their town still being attacked by a wild animal? Ryan begins having visions and seeing apparitions that seem to want to tell him something but he doesn't know what. With the help of his brother, younger sister, and group of friends, Ryan intends to get to the bottom of the killings.
This book is gory, fast paced, and a fun read.
Thank you NetGalley, Bryan Wayne Dull, and Anthropolis Pubishing for allowing me to review.
October 9, 2024
Nowhere, Ohio by Bryan Wayne Dull #dnf
#arc #nowhereohio
CW: death, werewolves, ghosts, demons, assaults, violence, cancer, alcoholism
From NetGalley: In the quiet bedroom communities surrounding Akron, Ohio, a series of brutal animal attacks leaves a trail of mutilated bodies. Fourteen-year-old Ryan Hatcher, burdened by the challenges of separated parents, a distant older brother, and a mother battling cancer, stumbles upon a chilling belief. Convinced that his father and other locals will transform into werewolves during the impending full moon, Ryan grapples with the weight of this ominous prophecy. As if werewolves weren’t enough, Ryan also contends with spectral entities communicating exclusively with his younger sister, Layla, using her toys as conduits for otherworldly messages. Despite the skepticism of his friends, Ryan embarks on a paranormal investigation, uncovering eerie behaviors in neighbors and even his own family. The result is a blood-soaked coming-of-age horror story set against the backdrop of a small town with just weeks to unravel the clues and convince loved ones that a horrifying event is looming.
I DNFed this one at 47%. I wanted to stop reading much earlier but I kept going hoping it would get better. The writing is not great and the book really needed an editor. Perspectives change mid-paragraph. There are tons of inconsistencies in location, timing, repeating of phrases, general mistakes, etc. The story could have been interesting and I enjoyed the 80s timeframe but there’s too much going on. Werewolves, ghostly spirits, visions, demons, I couldn’t keep the supernatural details straight. I think the idea had promise but the lack of editing wasn’t going to change in the second half, and I didn’t have the energy to finish. I was getting too annoyed. The cover is great though.
Thank you to @netgalley and #anthropolispublishing for the advance copy. (Available now, pub date was 10/1/24)
#arc #nowhereohio
CW: death, werewolves, ghosts, demons, assaults, violence, cancer, alcoholism
From NetGalley: In the quiet bedroom communities surrounding Akron, Ohio, a series of brutal animal attacks leaves a trail of mutilated bodies. Fourteen-year-old Ryan Hatcher, burdened by the challenges of separated parents, a distant older brother, and a mother battling cancer, stumbles upon a chilling belief. Convinced that his father and other locals will transform into werewolves during the impending full moon, Ryan grapples with the weight of this ominous prophecy. As if werewolves weren’t enough, Ryan also contends with spectral entities communicating exclusively with his younger sister, Layla, using her toys as conduits for otherworldly messages. Despite the skepticism of his friends, Ryan embarks on a paranormal investigation, uncovering eerie behaviors in neighbors and even his own family. The result is a blood-soaked coming-of-age horror story set against the backdrop of a small town with just weeks to unravel the clues and convince loved ones that a horrifying event is looming.
I DNFed this one at 47%. I wanted to stop reading much earlier but I kept going hoping it would get better. The writing is not great and the book really needed an editor. Perspectives change mid-paragraph. There are tons of inconsistencies in location, timing, repeating of phrases, general mistakes, etc. The story could have been interesting and I enjoyed the 80s timeframe but there’s too much going on. Werewolves, ghostly spirits, visions, demons, I couldn’t keep the supernatural details straight. I think the idea had promise but the lack of editing wasn’t going to change in the second half, and I didn’t have the energy to finish. I was getting too annoyed. The cover is great though.
Thank you to @netgalley and #anthropolispublishing for the advance copy. (Available now, pub date was 10/1/24)
August 5, 2024
Nowhere, Ohio
Bryan Wayne Dull, Bryan W. Dull
The setting is a community close to Akron, Ohio.
Werewolves are blood thirsty creatures; they hunger for flesh and the fresh blood that oozes from it. They are vicious and when transformed they are mere predators. In a community on the outskirts of Akron, Ohio vicious animal attacks are leaving mutilated bodies.
On Halloween night Ryan Hatcher and his friends discover werewolves are real. As though Ryan does not already have the weight of the world on his shoulders. His parents are separated, his brother is withdrawn, and his mother has cancer. Ryan believes his father and several other men in the community are werewolves. He believes they transform during the full moon. Ryan and a group of teens are sure the animal attacks are caused by werewolves, and it is their responsibility to stop the werewolves and their vicious attacks.
Something is communicating with Layla, Ryan’s younger sister. Whatever the entities are they are using her toys to send her messages. They are unsure what the “spirits” are trying to tell them. Coult it have something to do with the murders? Ryan is determined to discover what is going on. The closer he gets the more paranormal activity he discovers. His neighbors are acting weird, and his family is even stranger.
This is a supernatural HORROR tale. I found the werewolves interesting. They no longer thought like a person, they became animalistic and a killing machine. They tried to resist the transition between being a human and being a werewolf, but the curse was too strong.
The plot of this book is well done unfortunately, this book needs a good proofreader/editor. It is very distracting to attempt to read a book when it is filled with grammatical errors.
Thank you NetGalley for providing a review copy.
Bryan Wayne Dull, Bryan W. Dull
The setting is a community close to Akron, Ohio.
Werewolves are blood thirsty creatures; they hunger for flesh and the fresh blood that oozes from it. They are vicious and when transformed they are mere predators. In a community on the outskirts of Akron, Ohio vicious animal attacks are leaving mutilated bodies.
On Halloween night Ryan Hatcher and his friends discover werewolves are real. As though Ryan does not already have the weight of the world on his shoulders. His parents are separated, his brother is withdrawn, and his mother has cancer. Ryan believes his father and several other men in the community are werewolves. He believes they transform during the full moon. Ryan and a group of teens are sure the animal attacks are caused by werewolves, and it is their responsibility to stop the werewolves and their vicious attacks.
Something is communicating with Layla, Ryan’s younger sister. Whatever the entities are they are using her toys to send her messages. They are unsure what the “spirits” are trying to tell them. Coult it have something to do with the murders? Ryan is determined to discover what is going on. The closer he gets the more paranormal activity he discovers. His neighbors are acting weird, and his family is even stranger.
This is a supernatural HORROR tale. I found the werewolves interesting. They no longer thought like a person, they became animalistic and a killing machine. They tried to resist the transition between being a human and being a werewolf, but the curse was too strong.
The plot of this book is well done unfortunately, this book needs a good proofreader/editor. It is very distracting to attempt to read a book when it is filled with grammatical errors.
Thank you NetGalley for providing a review copy.
June 7, 2024
ARC Review
This book had a good premise, I really enjoyed the mix of supernatural creatures & being from Ohio, i was intrigued.
With that being said, this book had a lot of grammatical errors. Whether that be due to spelling mistakes, using the wrong word (example: “the” instead of “there” or “an” instead of “and”, etc), forgetting quotations or periods or commas & occasionally using the wrong medical terms. Not to mention there were several times in the story where one character would speak but then the next character would use the wrong characters name or one character would be in the scene but then all of a sudden, a new character took over the scene. It also felt like i was reading a book written by someone who found a thesaurus & wanted to tryout all the complicated similar words besides just a normal one and like they were trying to reach a word count.
I was going to DNF at about 50% but decided to push through. It got a little better with the story picking up, though the grammatical errors kept coming. The “plot twist(s)” were also pretty predictable.
All in all, the story has good bones, if you will, but just needs a good look over to correct the grammar errors & plot issues.
This book had a good premise, I really enjoyed the mix of supernatural creatures & being from Ohio, i was intrigued.
With that being said, this book had a lot of grammatical errors. Whether that be due to spelling mistakes, using the wrong word (example: “the” instead of “there” or “an” instead of “and”, etc), forgetting quotations or periods or commas & occasionally using the wrong medical terms. Not to mention there were several times in the story where one character would speak but then the next character would use the wrong characters name or one character would be in the scene but then all of a sudden, a new character took over the scene. It also felt like i was reading a book written by someone who found a thesaurus & wanted to tryout all the complicated similar words besides just a normal one and like they were trying to reach a word count.
I was going to DNF at about 50% but decided to push through. It got a little better with the story picking up, though the grammatical errors kept coming. The “plot twist(s)” were also pretty predictable.
All in all, the story has good bones, if you will, but just needs a good look over to correct the grammar errors & plot issues.
February 5, 2025
Bryan Wayne Dull delivers a chilling blend of supernatural horror and coming-of-age drama in Nowhere, Ohio. Set against the eerie backdrop of small-town Ohio in the 1980s, the novel follows fourteen-year-old Ryan Hatcher as he navigates the struggles of adolescence while uncovering a terrifying truth—his father and neighbors may be turning into werewolves.
Dull masterfully taps into the anxieties of youth, layering Ryan’s fears of family turmoil and his mother’s illness with the growing horror of his supernatural suspicions. The added presence of spectral entities communicating through his sister’s toys adds a disturbing, Poltergeist-like edge, creating a sense of relentless dread. The pacing is sharp, balancing moments of quiet tension with bursts of gruesome action as Ryan pieces together the town’s dark secrets.
Fans of Stranger Things and Silver Bullet will appreciate the nostalgic 80s setting, which enhances the atmosphere without feeling forced. The novel’s strength lies in its ability to capture the helplessness of growing up in a world where adults refuse to believe, making Ryan’s journey all the more compelling. Nowhere, Ohio is a blood-soaked, nerve-wracking horror tale that lingers in the mind long after the final page.
Dull masterfully taps into the anxieties of youth, layering Ryan’s fears of family turmoil and his mother’s illness with the growing horror of his supernatural suspicions. The added presence of spectral entities communicating through his sister’s toys adds a disturbing, Poltergeist-like edge, creating a sense of relentless dread. The pacing is sharp, balancing moments of quiet tension with bursts of gruesome action as Ryan pieces together the town’s dark secrets.
Fans of Stranger Things and Silver Bullet will appreciate the nostalgic 80s setting, which enhances the atmosphere without feeling forced. The novel’s strength lies in its ability to capture the helplessness of growing up in a world where adults refuse to believe, making Ryan’s journey all the more compelling. Nowhere, Ohio is a blood-soaked, nerve-wracking horror tale that lingers in the mind long after the final page.
October 31, 2024
I snagged this off of Netgalley and I was really looking forward to this one.
Its very funny campy horror, so a lot of nostalgia for me here, and around this time of year, its really what I'm looking for, not the most horrifying or scarring, but good old, campy slasher kinda small town horror.
This was a slow burn, so please go in prepared, its not your , first page, everyone is dying, and the rollercoaster isn't stopping kind of read, but a building, tense, background creeping horror that lingers on your skin in goosebumps as you read.
This was a absolute fun 80s themed kind of horror, and I loved it, but you have to enjoy this kind of campy story line, and nothing is going to make you never want to sleep again, this is just a fun horror read.
I would absolutely recommend this to my friends that like this kind of horror, its good.
i liked the characters, and the burn, the small town claustrophobia, and this was my first trip with this author, will keep an eye on them now.
Its very funny campy horror, so a lot of nostalgia for me here, and around this time of year, its really what I'm looking for, not the most horrifying or scarring, but good old, campy slasher kinda small town horror.
This was a slow burn, so please go in prepared, its not your , first page, everyone is dying, and the rollercoaster isn't stopping kind of read, but a building, tense, background creeping horror that lingers on your skin in goosebumps as you read.
This was a absolute fun 80s themed kind of horror, and I loved it, but you have to enjoy this kind of campy story line, and nothing is going to make you never want to sleep again, this is just a fun horror read.
I would absolutely recommend this to my friends that like this kind of horror, its good.
i liked the characters, and the burn, the small town claustrophobia, and this was my first trip with this author, will keep an eye on them now.
September 2, 2024
“Nowhere, Ohio” has a fun premise and feels like a fun 80s werewolf horror story. But the execution is just not there. There are so many extra words in the sentences, when it’s not necessary. It feels like someone wrote a rough draft and then threw every thing the thesaurus had available into it. Even the first page of Anna getting ready for a Halloween party was a mix of too many words and just mansplaining makeup to the reader and how she didn’t really wear makeup, just concealer & mascara but when she did it attracted so much extra attention. It was honestly really off-putting. And some of the action scenes need some editing and work. I have a pet peeve about authors describing a fight and details don’t line up throughout. Door was shut but all of a sudden something appears in the doorway? I honestly had to DNF at 30%. It was just too much detail and the dialogue was so forced and unnatural.
Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read and review this.
Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read and review this.
October 31, 2024
Alright, so this one totally serves up some classic horror nostalgia! Picture small-town Ohio, spooky werewolf vibes, and a kid named Ryan who's gotta save everyone—like, no big deal, right? There’s all this creepy stuff going down, and Ryan’s handling family drama while unraveling a supernatural mystery with his little sister.
The story gives you this eerie, slow-build suspense that’s perfect for a chilly night, and the ’80s throwbacks add such a fun touch. Buuut, honestly? It dragged a bit. Like, I love a good slow-burn, but some parts were like, “Can we get to the full moon already?” But if you're down for a bloody, small-town mystery that might take a hot minute to pick up, then sure, dive in, because it's totally worth it!
Big thanks to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion!
The story gives you this eerie, slow-build suspense that’s perfect for a chilly night, and the ’80s throwbacks add such a fun touch. Buuut, honestly? It dragged a bit. Like, I love a good slow-burn, but some parts were like, “Can we get to the full moon already?” But if you're down for a bloody, small-town mystery that might take a hot minute to pick up, then sure, dive in, because it's totally worth it!
Big thanks to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion!
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August 17, 2024DnF at 12%
I should have read the reviews first. I usually do, but I was so excited for a werewolf story that I skipped it and requested the book anyway.
First off, the grammar was terrible. I personally don't know much about grammar and spelling etc, but I can tell whether something is readable. This is not. I mean, I could have stuck it out but then this review would be a lot worse. The writing comes off as a young teenager first experiencing a thesaurus. It is like the author had to meet a word limit so they went through their story and added big words, extra words, and even more spelling and grammar mistakes.
In saying this, with a nice big edit this book has potential. I would give it another go if there was some editing done on it.
I should have read the reviews first. I usually do, but I was so excited for a werewolf story that I skipped it and requested the book anyway.
First off, the grammar was terrible. I personally don't know much about grammar and spelling etc, but I can tell whether something is readable. This is not. I mean, I could have stuck it out but then this review would be a lot worse. The writing comes off as a young teenager first experiencing a thesaurus. It is like the author had to meet a word limit so they went through their story and added big words, extra words, and even more spelling and grammar mistakes.
In saying this, with a nice big edit this book has potential. I would give it another go if there was some editing done on it.
March 26, 2025
When a werewolf terrorizes a small town one Halloween night, everything changes. Ryan, a young teenage boy, witnesses the wolf attacking several families & then he sees what happens once the wolf is killed. He watches as his neighbor kills the werewolf and wonders why people in their town still being attacked by a wild animal? Now he's seeing dead people, and feels like he's the only one who can stop what happens next.
If you love horror, things that literally GO BUMP in the night, then you will absolutely love this book! I felt rather nostalgic about the 80s setting of the story, even though I am a child of the 90's.
This is a fast paced and gory read! Huge thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for a copy of this eARC in exchange for my honest review.
If you love horror, things that literally GO BUMP in the night, then you will absolutely love this book! I felt rather nostalgic about the 80s setting of the story, even though I am a child of the 90's.
This is a fast paced and gory read! Huge thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for a copy of this eARC in exchange for my honest review.
September 6, 2024
If you love your supernatural/werewolf books, this this book is definitely for you. Filled with 80s nostalgia and thoroughly descriptive language.
The book begins at a slow pace, then around 2/3rds of the way in picks up pace. The “animal attacks” are bloody and brutal. You can really get a sense of how the characters are feeling during and between these scenes.
If you enjoy things such as teen wolf/final destination and you aren’t a young reader, then I definitely recommend this book.
I enjoyed it, and would like to thank Bryan for allowing me to read this as one of his ARC readers.
The book begins at a slow pace, then around 2/3rds of the way in picks up pace. The “animal attacks” are bloody and brutal. You can really get a sense of how the characters are feeling during and between these scenes.
If you enjoy things such as teen wolf/final destination and you aren’t a young reader, then I definitely recommend this book.
I enjoyed it, and would like to thank Bryan for allowing me to read this as one of his ARC readers.
March 7, 2025
Alright, this one hit all the right nostalgia buttons for me—small-town horror, creeping tension, and werewolves? Yes, please. Nowhere, Ohio is a slow burn, so don’t expect chaos from page one, but the eerie buildup makes it worth it. Ryan’s family drama mixed with supernatural chaos felt real, and those ghostly moments? Chilling. Some parts dragged a bit, but the 80s throwbacks and final twists kept me hooked. If you love campy, atmospheric horror that creeps up on you rather than jumps out, this one’s a solid pick.
July 29, 2024
This was a fast paced straightforward werewolf novel with some added ghosts to make it even more fun. There’s a lot of 80s nostalgia thrown in as well, so anyone that grew up during this time period is going to enjoy those references for sure. There are some typo and grammatical issues that hopefully will be corrected before release, if so then I would raise my star rating to 3.5-4 stars.
Arc from NetGalley provided in return for honest review.
Arc from NetGalley provided in return for honest review.
October 4, 2024
"Nowhere, Ohio" is a supernatural horror set in the 80s, where mysterious werewolf attacks plagued the town. The premise was great, however, the execution wasn't so great. The story itself felt flat, and a lot of sentences and even chapters felt like fillers. I wasn't a fan of the style of writing either. It just made the story feel underdeveloped.
Thank you NetGalley, Anthropolis Publishing, and Bryan Wayne Dull for this ARC.
Thank you NetGalley, Anthropolis Publishing, and Bryan Wayne Dull for this ARC.
August 11, 2024
I really love that this was in Ohio, and the premise was intriguing. It starts off strong and creepy and then kind of fizzles out but does pick back up a little over halfway. I felt like it was very predictable and just didn't vibe with me. However, the writing style was enjoyable, and if werewolves are your scene, give this one a try.
October 27, 2024
This book has to be the best one to come from Bryan Dull. I love the references that he makes to the 80s and I love the way he makes you really fall in love with the characters. If you likes books or movies about werewolves I would definitely recommend reading this one
July 16, 2025
Werewolves in Ohio?!
This story was quite the adventure! Four families work through growing up, growing apart, and growing together in this sleepy mid-80s Ohio town. Come for the gore; stay for the story!
This story was quite the adventure! Four families work through growing up, growing apart, and growing together in this sleepy mid-80s Ohio town. Come for the gore; stay for the story!
August 30, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher!
Sometimes things are just not for me, and that’s okay! Three stars for an interesting premise, and commitment to the 80’s.
Sometimes things are just not for me, and that’s okay! Three stars for an interesting premise, and commitment to the 80’s.
October 9, 2024
EXACTLY what I needed in a werewolf tale. This was an enjoyable read with a supernatural element! Always love a ghostly presence. This book did not skimp on the character and plot development. The character development worked a lot for creating a connection with the characters. You felt more attached to them throughout the book. I loved the nostalgic details as well with movie and music references, Garbage Pail Kids, Light Bright, and more.
I loooove how it felt like a horror film. It opened strong with some action and then led right into the story. Well done! Thank you Bryan Wayne Dull and NetGalley for the ARC!
4.5 Stars!!
I loooove how it felt like a horror film. It opened strong with some action and then led right into the story. Well done! Thank you Bryan Wayne Dull and NetGalley for the ARC!
4.5 Stars!!
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