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Las Posadas
Las Posadas is V. Castro's first Christmas horror novelette set in Texas.
Nola has been single for years as she has put her success over love, but this Las Posadas she hopes to find something more with the gorgeous mortician who has just moved into town to take over the local funeral home after the owners die in a house fire.
For weeks the tension has been building between Nola and Henry during their weekly meetings at Puzzle Club. At the start of Las Posadas, and her turn to host Puzzle Club, Nola has an unexpected guest in her new home.
Pozole and pinata sticks at the ready...
Nola has been single for years as she has put her success over love, but this Las Posadas she hopes to find something more with the gorgeous mortician who has just moved into town to take over the local funeral home after the owners die in a house fire.
For weeks the tension has been building between Nola and Henry during their weekly meetings at Puzzle Club. At the start of Las Posadas, and her turn to host Puzzle Club, Nola has an unexpected guest in her new home.
Pozole and pinata sticks at the ready...
1 pages, Audio CD
First published January 1, 2022
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January 25, 2025
a holiday horror novella to start off the year!
you can tell that castro had fun with this one. it's horny af, drenched in sexuality. the horror elements go very quickly once they begin, and i think this could have been longer to really flesh out the backstory of the freaky creatures. the writing is rough in some places, but i still enjoyed it, as the story is festive and fun and genuinely creepy.
you can tell that castro had fun with this one. it's horny af, drenched in sexuality. the horror elements go very quickly once they begin, and i think this could have been longer to really flesh out the backstory of the freaky creatures. the writing is rough in some places, but i still enjoyed it, as the story is festive and fun and genuinely creepy.
November 29, 2025
Very quick little Christmas horror novlette and I enjoyed it.
October 3, 2025
This was an interesting short story, or “novelette,”to kick off spooky season I suppose. But it felt more like a rough draft than a fully fleshed out published work. The story isn’t exactly cohesive and the writing at times is silly. One example being, “My nipples wanted to fly into his mouth.” There was a lot of talk of nipples actually. “My cheeks burned and so did my nipples. They could have been unlit candle wicks beneath the second-day hoodie I now regret throwing on.”Burning nipples and unlit candle wicks. Whatever. The MC thinks about sex a lot, which is fine, but maybe don’t have her thinking about wanting to make love to Henry for Christmas while in the midst of literally battling murderous vampires.
Some of the actual horror elements worked. The descriptions of the Perchta witch and the vampires were interesting. I wish this story had focused less on the horniness and more on the actual background of the funeral home and where the witch and her vampires even came from. There’s no explanation or backstory on them. The creepiness is fleeting and once the vampire hunting begins, the atmosphere turns into more of a B list unserious horror film. It’s so short though, I don’t really feel like I wasted my time. I just wanted a more polished horror story.
Some of the actual horror elements worked. The descriptions of the Perchta witch and the vampires were interesting. I wish this story had focused less on the horniness and more on the actual background of the funeral home and where the witch and her vampires even came from. There’s no explanation or backstory on them. The creepiness is fleeting and once the vampire hunting begins, the atmosphere turns into more of a B list unserious horror film. It’s so short though, I don’t really feel like I wasted my time. I just wanted a more polished horror story.
November 28, 2022
Castro posted this was available and I bought it and started reading it right away. A Christmas Romance Horror novelette!? By one of my horror writers! Sign me up!
It was a great little story. I loved how Las Posadas was tied into it and how pozole and a piñata stick became a weapons! Although, it did make me want some pozole, and I can't have it anymore with my bladder issues 😭😭.
If you are looking for something short and fun then definitely check this one out. V. Castro deserves all the love!
It was a great little story. I loved how Las Posadas was tied into it and how pozole and a piñata stick became a weapons! Although, it did make me want some pozole, and I can't have it anymore with my bladder issues 😭😭.
If you are looking for something short and fun then definitely check this one out. V. Castro deserves all the love!
December 2, 2022
V Castro has done it again!
This was a perfect way to kick off my holiday reading. It has everything I love, it’s sexy, atmospheric, spooky, and a bloody good time! I read it without checking out the synopsis and every time I thought I knew where it was headed I was pleasantly surprised. Definitely add this one to your list.
This was a perfect way to kick off my holiday reading. It has everything I love, it’s sexy, atmospheric, spooky, and a bloody good time! I read it without checking out the synopsis and every time I thought I knew where it was headed I was pleasantly surprised. Definitely add this one to your list.
December 15, 2022
This was so much fun! I love V’s work.
June 21, 2023
B
Nola is single and successful. Following a lifetime of heartbreak, she swore off men to focus on her writing career. After finding her niche as a telenovela screenwriter, Nola buys her mother a house in a small Texas town. While her mother is on vacation, Nola meets local funeral home owner Henry. There are immediate sparks, but after a chain of events that includes joining a local puzzle club, a mysterious package, and vampires, Henry and Nola find themselves in the fight of their lives.
V. Castro is a fantastic writer who uses folklore to breathe new life into tired horror tropes. "Las Posadas" combines Castro's usual Mexican folklore and imagery with the Eastern European folk story of the Perchta witch into a unique vampire story. Castro's characters are fresh and multi-dimensional, and her plot moves along swiftly. As the name implies, "Las Posadas" is set during Christmas. The result is a delicious, multicultural mix of religious theology, mythology, and folklore.
The only reason I'm not rating "Las Posadas" higher is because it's too short. It feels like a novel (or at least a novella) waiting to burst from its short story seams. As a result, the second half of the story feels rushed, with the resolution coming way too quickly.
Nola is single and successful. Following a lifetime of heartbreak, she swore off men to focus on her writing career. After finding her niche as a telenovela screenwriter, Nola buys her mother a house in a small Texas town. While her mother is on vacation, Nola meets local funeral home owner Henry. There are immediate sparks, but after a chain of events that includes joining a local puzzle club, a mysterious package, and vampires, Henry and Nola find themselves in the fight of their lives.
V. Castro is a fantastic writer who uses folklore to breathe new life into tired horror tropes. "Las Posadas" combines Castro's usual Mexican folklore and imagery with the Eastern European folk story of the Perchta witch into a unique vampire story. Castro's characters are fresh and multi-dimensional, and her plot moves along swiftly. As the name implies, "Las Posadas" is set during Christmas. The result is a delicious, multicultural mix of religious theology, mythology, and folklore.
The only reason I'm not rating "Las Posadas" higher is because it's too short. It feels like a novel (or at least a novella) waiting to burst from its short story seams. As a result, the second half of the story feels rushed, with the resolution coming way too quickly.
November 25, 2024
Celebrating Las Posadas, Nola, a successful telenovela writer, buys a new house for her mom, may have found the perfect man, and fights ancient bloodsuckers with a piñata stick while hosting her puzzle club.
I'm a sucker for holiday horror and have long awaited to read V. Castro's work. I recently saw her promoting Las Posadas on social media and thought it would be the perfect introduction to her writing and kick off my 2024 Christmas season.
The short story perfectly blends the Christmas holiday with new steamy romance and a slow-building creepy atmosphere. It's easy to be fully immersed in the novelette, especially with elements of humor, horror and surprise.
I absolutely love that the setting is in New Braunfels, Texas. Castro perfectly depicts living in between San Antonio and Austin. I'm an Austin native living in SA, so I felt that the story was authentic and accurate. I also love that the plot is centered around Mexican traditions and food. I related to the cultural holiday season a lot in this book.
I wish that the climatic parts of the story were longer. The fights with the vampires were too rushed for me. But, overall, the short story is epic, a bit gory and a little spicy. I can't wait to read more of Castro's work.
I'm a sucker for holiday horror and have long awaited to read V. Castro's work. I recently saw her promoting Las Posadas on social media and thought it would be the perfect introduction to her writing and kick off my 2024 Christmas season.
The short story perfectly blends the Christmas holiday with new steamy romance and a slow-building creepy atmosphere. It's easy to be fully immersed in the novelette, especially with elements of humor, horror and surprise.
I absolutely love that the setting is in New Braunfels, Texas. Castro perfectly depicts living in between San Antonio and Austin. I'm an Austin native living in SA, so I felt that the story was authentic and accurate. I also love that the plot is centered around Mexican traditions and food. I related to the cultural holiday season a lot in this book.
I wish that the climatic parts of the story were longer. The fights with the vampires were too rushed for me. But, overall, the short story is epic, a bit gory and a little spicy. I can't wait to read more of Castro's work.
November 29, 2022
V. Castro is coming into the holiday season with a fast-paced, sexy, and deadly horror novelette. LAS POSADAS will give you that Christmas cozy feel, warm you up with some really hot scenes, and satisfy all your horror desires. The tour of the funeral home sets the stage for the scares, but the final act is where all the mayhem begins and ends. Our protagonist has some simple yearnings: to not be alone, to be loved, to feel the heat and intimacy from another human, to live. She likes puzzles and pozole. And she likes Henry, the local funeral director. I don't know about you, but I am quite intrigued by lovemaking on a coffin! It's giving Night of the Demons vibes but even better. This is a must-read from V. Castro!
September 26, 2025
I listened to the audio book. The only reason why I listened to the whole thing was because I was getting my nails done and couldn’t press stop.
It was both too long and too short .
Not enough spooky . Too much description of her surroundings.
It was both too long and too short .
Not enough spooky . Too much description of her surroundings.
December 7, 2025
V. Castro holiday horror with monsters, brujas, cultural lore, and a bit of mortician lusting? Sign me up!
This was enjoyable and enticing even if very short. It was honestly over too fast, leaving me wanting more. That's really a good thing though as I liked the characters and horror on hand and wanted to enjoy them longer. The monsters/ horror element felt a little rushed and like it could have used more time to soak in, almost as soon as it was there and I was getting into the creatures nature and our lead's fiery impulses it was over. It was meant to be a bite size horror novella so I get it, but I definitely think if it was little longer and had a little more time for exploration it could have stood stronger.
I really enjoyed the cultural elements too, especially around Las Posadas and the holidays from our MC's perspective, especially as darkness emerged.
An enjoyable quick read.
This was enjoyable and enticing even if very short. It was honestly over too fast, leaving me wanting more. That's really a good thing though as I liked the characters and horror on hand and wanted to enjoy them longer. The monsters/ horror element felt a little rushed and like it could have used more time to soak in, almost as soon as it was there and I was getting into the creatures nature and our lead's fiery impulses it was over. It was meant to be a bite size horror novella so I get it, but I definitely think if it was little longer and had a little more time for exploration it could have stood stronger.
I really enjoyed the cultural elements too, especially around Las Posadas and the holidays from our MC's perspective, especially as darkness emerged.
An enjoyable quick read.
December 21, 2022
Las Posadas by V. Castro is a holiday, horror novelette. Yes, it is mainly horror but it's set around the holidays which makes it a perfect read if you're looking for a nontypical holiday book! It's about two people who meet in a funeral home, fall for eachother but then get more than what they bargain for.
It's got an fmc who knows and takes what's she wants, an mmc who is swoon worthy, fun side characters and, of course, great writing!
I read this story at 2am when I couldn't sleep and that was probably not the best idea. But I am glad I read it! It was spooky and sexy in all the right ways
It's got an fmc who knows and takes what's she wants, an mmc who is swoon worthy, fun side characters and, of course, great writing!
I read this story at 2am when I couldn't sleep and that was probably not the best idea. But I am glad I read it! It was spooky and sexy in all the right ways
December 9, 2024
This book was a blast! Things go off the rails so quickly. A piñata stick and pozole are used as weapons. 😂
This novelette has all the over-the-topness of a telenovela and I loved it! It’s set in New Braunfels, Texas which is so cool and it’s full of Mexican culture and traditions. It’s creepy, gory, fast-paced and doesn’t take itself too seriously. There’s also a little spice thrown in.
If you’re looking for a quirky, festive, horror for your holiday season, this book is for you!
As an added bonus, there’s a short story at the end called Pancho Claus vs Krampus that’s also a lot of fun. Pancho Claus goes to Iceland for vacation with his faithful pooch, Cholo. While there, they come across Krampus. It’s a very quick wintery read that’s sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
This novelette has all the over-the-topness of a telenovela and I loved it! It’s set in New Braunfels, Texas which is so cool and it’s full of Mexican culture and traditions. It’s creepy, gory, fast-paced and doesn’t take itself too seriously. There’s also a little spice thrown in.
If you’re looking for a quirky, festive, horror for your holiday season, this book is for you!
As an added bonus, there’s a short story at the end called Pancho Claus vs Krampus that’s also a lot of fun. Pancho Claus goes to Iceland for vacation with his faithful pooch, Cholo. While there, they come across Krampus. It’s a very quick wintery read that’s sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
December 13, 2024
So the writing for this one was rough. Sometimes, it seemed like the author was writing about herself with her narrative about a woman that likes to write over the top stories. I don't have a problem with over the top. I have a problem with phrases like
"my nipples wanted to fly into his mouth"
and dialogue like
"How much garlic is in there?
A lot. I'm Mexican."
Or
"All I wanted was to see my mother again and to make love to Henry for Christmas."
I finished this because it was so short, tbh.
"my nipples wanted to fly into his mouth"
and dialogue like
"How much garlic is in there?
A lot. I'm Mexican."
Or
"All I wanted was to see my mother again and to make love to Henry for Christmas."
I finished this because it was so short, tbh.
December 21, 2024
Nola's a telenovela writer. She buys her mom a house. She falls for the local mortician. She joins a puzzle club. Then vampires happen. That's the plot.
Everything happened so quickly in this novelette that it almost felt collegiate. There was no real buildup of tension. The romance was heavy from the jump. I think this could've been better extended into a novella.
There were a couple of clever additions with a touch of foreshadowing with Las Posadas elements, but in general, this tried to do too much in too short a time.
Everything happened so quickly in this novelette that it almost felt collegiate. There was no real buildup of tension. The romance was heavy from the jump. I think this could've been better extended into a novella.
There were a couple of clever additions with a touch of foreshadowing with Las Posadas elements, but in general, this tried to do too much in too short a time.
January 3, 2023
A bloody good time. This is great for those who mostly read horror and want something fun to read around the holidays.
There's some romance, horror, blood, pozole, and tamales. What more could you ask for?
I'd recommend especially if you liked Hairspray and Switchblades and/or Goddess of Filth.
There's some romance, horror, blood, pozole, and tamales. What more could you ask for?
I'd recommend especially if you liked Hairspray and Switchblades and/or Goddess of Filth.
October 7, 2023
Meraviglioso, praticamente divorato all'alba. Caffè caldo, coperta, gatto addormentato, ed un bigio cielo di ottobre a completare il setting sinistro ed inquietante della stagione più spaventosa dell'anno.
Un primo appuntamento con V. Castro che lascia con la voglia di saperne di più.
Da non perdere!
Un primo appuntamento con V. Castro che lascia con la voglia di saperne di più.
Da non perdere!
June 15, 2025
A slim little collection of two Christmas themed horror stories. The titular "Las Posadas" makes up the bulk of the book, with a short and silly "Pancho Claus vs. Krampus" rounding it.
It's quick, it's cute, and both stories are pretty fun. A nice, light, one day read that's perfect for reading on a day trip. Assuming you're not driving that is.
It's quick, it's cute, and both stories are pretty fun. A nice, light, one day read that's perfect for reading on a day trip. Assuming you're not driving that is.
December 6, 2022
This! This is the kind of book I want to read during the holiday season. It's a perfect kick-off and the right touch of sexy, funny, and badass "you fucked with the wrong woman" attitude I love in female MC. It's a quick read and the perfect book to read just before going to bed.
December 27, 2022
Castro Christmas cracker!
My first time reading V Castro but won't be the last. This fast paced novella had so many elements that I didn't know I needed in a story. From the funeral parlour to the puzzle nights, interspersed with lust and gore, everything fell together perfectly.
My first time reading V Castro but won't be the last. This fast paced novella had so many elements that I didn't know I needed in a story. From the funeral parlour to the puzzle nights, interspersed with lust and gore, everything fell together perfectly.
January 7, 2024
JUSTICE 4 ROBIN.
I'm convinced V. Castro can do no wrong at this point. Everything she has done, I have loved. All the books I have read thus far are absolute bangers. Nearly deducted a star for being too short. I needed more puzzles.
I'm convinced V. Castro can do no wrong at this point. Everything she has done, I have loved. All the books I have read thus far are absolute bangers. Nearly deducted a star for being too short. I needed more puzzles.
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December 18, 2024
Wow. Much like Las Posadas, life love, and this story are all about the journey. 👌🏻
Can’t believe this one has slipped under my taser for so long!!! At no point in this story I knew where it was gonna go and I’m SO happy about it.
Great for fans of Silver Nitrate.
Can’t believe this one has slipped under my taser for so long!!! At no point in this story I knew where it was gonna go and I’m SO happy about it.
Great for fans of Silver Nitrate.
December 21, 2024
Seems like the author is not sure what type of genre she wanted to write so she included several horror tropes. It's OK but I only finished it because it was short, I don't know that I'd have kept going otherwise.
December 20, 2022
If you want a Christmassy romantic horror tale that won't take hours to read, this is for you. Raunchy. Gory. Fun!
February 16, 2023
Great fast paced read
I didn’t know I needed a steamy Christmas vampire story in my life, but I did!
I didn’t know I needed a steamy Christmas vampire story in my life, but I did!
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November 29, 2024
This story is the perfect introduction to V Castro's work for someone who is curious.
December 1, 2024
I was interested in the novella the whole time, but parts were kind of cheesy.
December 22, 2024
3.50 stars
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