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Beast of Death Cavern: A Cryptid Thriller
They were expecting boredom. They got a bloodbath.
Outpost Four was supposed to be a quiet rotation—babysit a radar dish in the frozen mountains
and count the days. But when Bravo Team arrives, they find the base in ruins. No signs of life.
No signs of Alpha Team. Only wreckage… and something watching.
A monstrous predator has awakened beneath the ice—an ancient terror shaken loose by a recent
earthquake. Towering at eighteen feet, possessed by murderous instinct, it has emerged from the
cavern to kill.
Now Bravo Team is being hunted—stalked, ambushed, and torn apart one by one.
The snow runs red.
The beast has come.
And it wants more than territory.
It wants blood.
Outpost Four was supposed to be a quiet rotation—babysit a radar dish in the frozen mountains
and count the days. But when Bravo Team arrives, they find the base in ruins. No signs of life.
No signs of Alpha Team. Only wreckage… and something watching.
A monstrous predator has awakened beneath the ice—an ancient terror shaken loose by a recent
earthquake. Towering at eighteen feet, possessed by murderous instinct, it has emerged from the
cavern to kill.
Now Bravo Team is being hunted—stalked, ambushed, and torn apart one by one.
The snow runs red.
The beast has come.
And it wants more than territory.
It wants blood.
- GenresHorror
132 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 6, 2025
153 people are currently reading
21 people want to read
About the author
Michael R. Cole
40 books118 followersMichael R. Cole is an author of creature horror and science fiction. He was born in Toledo, Ohio and grew up in lower Michigan. He has a profound love for monster movies and book as well as the action genre. In addition to writing, his hobbies include martial arts and fishing.
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October 10, 2025
So exciting!
Mr. Cole never disappoints. But how on earth did he manage to bring space tavel, frozen planet, brave soldiers and huge rats to round out the Yeti? Like all really wonderful fiction the pace is fast, but slows down to let you get to feel you know, love and hate, who the cast are. You care, darn it. Can't thank you enough for all the entertainment you have brought me and so many others.
Mr. Cole never disappoints. But how on earth did he manage to bring space tavel, frozen planet, brave soldiers and huge rats to round out the Yeti? Like all really wonderful fiction the pace is fast, but slows down to let you get to feel you know, love and hate, who the cast are. You care, darn it. Can't thank you enough for all the entertainment you have brought me and so many others.
September 1, 2025
Ok
The concept of a Yeti on another planet is a bit bizarre. But then again, so is the idea of something similar to Godzilla also being on said planet. Perhaps there will be another book explaining the origins of the creatures?
The concept of a Yeti on another planet is a bit bizarre. But then again, so is the idea of something similar to Godzilla also being on said planet. Perhaps there will be another book explaining the origins of the creatures?
August 23, 2025
A fast, fun read
Beast of Death Cavern is a short, fast paced book about a military team who encounters an unknown animal after an quake on a distant planet exposes a previously unknown ecosystem. Its more action and gore than substance and we don't get to know the characters well, but, beyond that, its well written and a good choice for the right reader. 4/5 stars, recommended for adults looking for a fast paced, gore laden horror thriller.
Beast of Death Cavern is a short, fast paced book about a military team who encounters an unknown animal after an quake on a distant planet exposes a previously unknown ecosystem. Its more action and gore than substance and we don't get to know the characters well, but, beyond that, its well written and a good choice for the right reader. 4/5 stars, recommended for adults looking for a fast paced, gore laden horror thriller.
December 18, 2025
Loved this. Just my type of read. Doesn't break any new ground, but it's a fun ride.
Mix of short and long chapters keep the story pacing good. It's a relatively quick read, and the author details characters, the environment, and the creatures very well. Very immersive.
If you're looking for a cryptid action thriller then this will more than do the job. Reminded me a lot of the S Squard series by William Meikle.
Mix of short and long chapters keep the story pacing good. It's a relatively quick read, and the author details characters, the environment, and the creatures very well. Very immersive.
If you're looking for a cryptid action thriller then this will more than do the job. Reminded me a lot of the S Squard series by William Meikle.
August 31, 2025
The beasts are horrifying!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow this story is so exciting.I was turning the pages over so quickly because I was so caught up in the action.A thrill a minute.More please.Recommended
Wow this story is so exciting.I was turning the pages over so quickly because I was so caught up in the action.A thrill a minute.More please.Recommended
September 21, 2025
As their routine rotation starts, Bravo Team finds Alpha Team missing and the base camp in disarray. As the situation escalates, the team finds themselves up against a giant yeti, who seems to enjoy inflicting pain and destruction. Good story with an interesting set of characters.
October 22, 2025
Ho hum
Just what you might expect from cryptic horror book. Your typical Yeti kills everything, except on another planet. If you like no character development, blood and guts, this one's for you. No surprises, except maybe the 18 foot crocodile.
Just what you might expect from cryptic horror book. Your typical Yeti kills everything, except on another planet. If you like no character development, blood and guts, this one's for you. No surprises, except maybe the 18 foot crocodile.
August 16, 2025
Furiously fast paced
Such a good read. Space exploration, Yeti and dinosaurs. A little romance and a mad scientist. What more can you ask for? Gory and highly entertaining.
Such a good read. Space exploration, Yeti and dinosaurs. A little romance and a mad scientist. What more can you ask for? Gory and highly entertaining.
September 21, 2025
Good story
This was a good story. It was fast paced and there were characters to like. Plus you have a couple of real great monsters.
This was a good story. It was fast paced and there were characters to like. Plus you have a couple of real great monsters.
October 9, 2025
Survival
Cole's books are always intense, propelling you to turn the pages. The characters draw you in. You choose sides and root for the victor. Adventure and imagination.
Cole's books are always intense, propelling you to turn the pages. The characters draw you in. You choose sides and root for the victor. Adventure and imagination.
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