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The Grange
Some towns keep their secrets buried deep…
After tragedy rips her family apart, fifteen-year-old Audra Pratt and her father, Kevin, try to start over in the rolling farmlands of Fleetwood, Pennsylvania. But the quiet fields hold more than corn and cattle. Beneath the soil lies something ancient, something hungry, and it’s been waiting.
When Audra begins to sense strange visions and whispers she can’t explain, her search for answers pulls her toward the Grange, a powerful organization that hides behind the friendly face of an agricultural co-op. Everyone in Fleetwood seems to owe the Grange something. Everyone seems afraid to talk.
As Audra digs deeper, she discovers connections between her family’s grief, the land’s dark history, and a force that refuses to stay hidden. With her father struggling to protect her, an enigmatic grandmother who knows more than she lets on, and only a handful of allies she can trust, Audra must uncover the truth before the Grange claims its next sacrifice.
In Fleetwood, the harvest is always blood.
After tragedy rips her family apart, fifteen-year-old Audra Pratt and her father, Kevin, try to start over in the rolling farmlands of Fleetwood, Pennsylvania. But the quiet fields hold more than corn and cattle. Beneath the soil lies something ancient, something hungry, and it’s been waiting.
When Audra begins to sense strange visions and whispers she can’t explain, her search for answers pulls her toward the Grange, a powerful organization that hides behind the friendly face of an agricultural co-op. Everyone in Fleetwood seems to owe the Grange something. Everyone seems afraid to talk.
As Audra digs deeper, she discovers connections between her family’s grief, the land’s dark history, and a force that refuses to stay hidden. With her father struggling to protect her, an enigmatic grandmother who knows more than she lets on, and only a handful of allies she can trust, Audra must uncover the truth before the Grange claims its next sacrifice.
In Fleetwood, the harvest is always blood.
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414 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 17, 2025
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December 16, 2025
4/5
This was a twisty read! I love that Hunchar uses his own experience with granges in this because I can just imagine all the evil things you could think of about this! This gave me Children of the Corn vibes and I loved it.
There are A LOT of characters and it was pretty overwhelming at first, but once I gave up trying to remember everyone, it was easier. The important people stood out when needed and I didn't have too much trouble. My only issue was that a lot of characters get POV chapters, sometimes only for a tiny bit, and this made it hard to connect with any of them. In the end, I did like Audra, her father Kevin, and the others in group that forms.
There is a lot of evil in this, a lot of darkness and depravity. It's very layered with the issues that Fleetwood faces. There's sexism, racism, classism, dysfunctional families, fraud, murder, emotional dysregulation, and a whoooole lot of ego. I enjoyed the darkness and mystery of the Bear Spirit and its lore and connection with the land, while also being intrigued with the structure of the Grange and it's operations. And Arthur??
Overall, if you don't mind a more varied cast and some head hopping chapters, you'll like this. I LOVE the cover and I want to show it off to everyone. The ending is good and full of action, I wasn't let down. Griselda was a bit unbelievable, but there's plenty of characters that you will love and love to hate. :)
I'm thankful to have received an eARC of this book!
This was a twisty read! I love that Hunchar uses his own experience with granges in this because I can just imagine all the evil things you could think of about this! This gave me Children of the Corn vibes and I loved it.
There are A LOT of characters and it was pretty overwhelming at first, but once I gave up trying to remember everyone, it was easier. The important people stood out when needed and I didn't have too much trouble. My only issue was that a lot of characters get POV chapters, sometimes only for a tiny bit, and this made it hard to connect with any of them. In the end, I did like Audra, her father Kevin, and the others in group that forms.
There is a lot of evil in this, a lot of darkness and depravity. It's very layered with the issues that Fleetwood faces. There's sexism, racism, classism, dysfunctional families, fraud, murder, emotional dysregulation, and a whoooole lot of ego. I enjoyed the darkness and mystery of the Bear Spirit and its lore and connection with the land, while also being intrigued with the structure of the Grange and it's operations. And Arthur??
Overall, if you don't mind a more varied cast and some head hopping chapters, you'll like this. I LOVE the cover and I want to show it off to everyone. The ending is good and full of action, I wasn't let down. Griselda was a bit unbelievable, but there's plenty of characters that you will love and love to hate. :)
I'm thankful to have received an eARC of this book!
October 12, 2025
You know it’s a good book when you’re stressed out on behalf of the characters. Audra and her dad David move to a small town where everything and everyone aren’t quite as they seem. Audra is an empathy with a passion for defending what’s wrong. As more and more people keep disappearing and dying in the town, it’s a classic tale of good vs. evil with a supernatural twist. This will keep you guessing what is coming next!
Thanks to the author, Zachary Hunchar, for the ARC!
Thanks to the author, Zachary Hunchar, for the ARC!
October 27, 2025
The Grange presents a well-drawn cast of characters in a moody, atmospheric setting that's disorienting in the best way. The mystery keeps you guessing while the relationships draw you in - creepy and suspenseful! A must-read if you like surrealist, genre-blurring narratives and small-town horror. (Also a must-read if your nightmares have been boring lately - this book will add a demon bear to the mix!)
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November 6, 2025Alive, robust and complex
“Community is everything” is the tagline for this book and it couldn’t be more appropriate. The Grange builds a deep and involving community of characters and themes that feel real and engaging.
Thematically the story finds itself between horror, coming of age and who-dunnit with aspects of folklore and fantasy supporting. The rhythm of the book is unique and can take some time to get used to but fans of the genre will enjoy the care Hunchar takes in building out the world his story is set in.
The world; however, sometimes overshadows the themes of the story. Countless characters with similar names and constant scene shifts left me, personally, feeling a bit disoriented. Suspense that was carefully built up would often stall in order to explore a part of the town where the action wasn’t. And more mystical elements seemed (at times) superfluous.
All that being said, the Grange works as a horror story exploring systems of power, empathy, and community callousness. Fans of the genre should definitely give it a read!
(I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.)
“Community is everything” is the tagline for this book and it couldn’t be more appropriate. The Grange builds a deep and involving community of characters and themes that feel real and engaging.
Thematically the story finds itself between horror, coming of age and who-dunnit with aspects of folklore and fantasy supporting. The rhythm of the book is unique and can take some time to get used to but fans of the genre will enjoy the care Hunchar takes in building out the world his story is set in.
The world; however, sometimes overshadows the themes of the story. Countless characters with similar names and constant scene shifts left me, personally, feeling a bit disoriented. Suspense that was carefully built up would often stall in order to explore a part of the town where the action wasn’t. And more mystical elements seemed (at times) superfluous.
All that being said, the Grange works as a horror story exploring systems of power, empathy, and community callousness. Fans of the genre should definitely give it a read!
(I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.)
November 9, 2025
Unfortunately, I couldn't get into this book nor was I invested in the characters 😕 The plot was twisty but not for me on this occasion. I did find it hard in relation to the grief part, following unresolved issue from personal life.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
November 6, 2025
I stepped out of my comfort zone for the spooky season and was glad I was able to devour The Grange.
It took me a while to sink into the rhythm of writing but once I did, intrigue held me hostage.
We meet a community of various origins and stories and ultimately we are left with the stark reality that humanity can be evil, greedy and self absorbed.
I enjoyed the gentle peeling back of layers as the reasons behind the goings on at The Grange become clear; embedded with some history and possibilities of what could lie ahead.
I hope there is a sequel… there's a particular someone I want to see get their come-uppance.
I recieved an advance review copy for free and I am happy to leave this review, without spoilers, voluntarily.
It took me a while to sink into the rhythm of writing but once I did, intrigue held me hostage.
We meet a community of various origins and stories and ultimately we are left with the stark reality that humanity can be evil, greedy and self absorbed.
I enjoyed the gentle peeling back of layers as the reasons behind the goings on at The Grange become clear; embedded with some history and possibilities of what could lie ahead.
I hope there is a sequel… there's a particular someone I want to see get their come-uppance.
I recieved an advance review copy for free and I am happy to leave this review, without spoilers, voluntarily.
October 24, 2025
The Grange by Zachary Hunchar proved a deep and disturbing read. This book handles legend and folklore with depth and reverence. The characters are layered and multifaceted, each with backgrounds that lend a dimension to the plot. Nevertheless, I found the layout of the novel difficult at times because it constantly jumped from one part of the storyline to another, making it hard to keep track of events and people and their place within the narrative. Constantly changing direction and introducing new characters sometimes detracted from the cohesion and left me wondering their purpose. However, the concept was solid, and the undercurrent of the narrative remained throughout. I am thankful to the author for the eARC I received and leave this review willingly.
October 27, 2025
Scary and suspenseful! Highly recommend.
October 19, 2025
Great story telling, amazing and descriptive scene setting. The story is full of twists and turns and of course gore to be a fantastic horror story.
You are drawn into a world so dark, eerie and creepy that you wish you could reach into the book and either hit, save or hug them.
Keeps you on edge od your seat!! A must read!!
You are drawn into a world so dark, eerie and creepy that you wish you could reach into the book and either hit, save or hug them.
Keeps you on edge od your seat!! A must read!!
November 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Huge thank you to Zachary Hunchar and BookSirens for the ARC of The Grange.
I knew from page one that this was going to be my jam , and I was absolutely right.
📝 Short Summary
When a small, isolated community starts showing its cracks, secrets simmer just beneath the cornfields and loyalty becomes a dangerous currency. The Grange blends small town horror, cultish atmosphere, and creeping dread into a story that grabs you by the throat and whispers, “You’re not leaving.”
Review
You know that feeling when you open a book and instantly think, “Yep. This is it”? That was me with The Grange. The atmosphere is thick like you can practically smell the cornfields and hear something breathing just out of sight. Hunchar builds tension with surgical precision, letting the shadows grow around the characters until you’re fully locked in.
The characters ? Loved them. Every single one. They felt raw, messy, and real in that way only horror set in tiny towns can accomplish. Their relationships had that familiar but ominous quality, like everyone’s holding back a secret and you’re dying to know what it is.
The story’s pacing is superb. It unfolds with this steady, unsettling beat that keeps you flipping pages long after you should’ve gone to sleep. (Me? Wide awake gremlin mode at 3AM. No regrets.) And the worldbuilding? Come ON. Chef’s kiss. Hunchar knows how to turn a place into a character The Grange itself feels alive, watchful, and ready to swallow anyone who steps out of line.
I just kept thinking: This is why I read horror.It hit that exact intersection of atmospheric, character-driven, and deeply eerie that I crave.
✅ Would I Recommend It?
Oh absolutely.
If you want eerie, immersive, small town horror with cult vibes and characters you can’t look away from run, don’t walk.
Huge thank you to Zachary Hunchar and BookSirens for the ARC of The Grange.
I knew from page one that this was going to be my jam , and I was absolutely right.
📝 Short Summary
When a small, isolated community starts showing its cracks, secrets simmer just beneath the cornfields and loyalty becomes a dangerous currency. The Grange blends small town horror, cultish atmosphere, and creeping dread into a story that grabs you by the throat and whispers, “You’re not leaving.”
Review
You know that feeling when you open a book and instantly think, “Yep. This is it”? That was me with The Grange. The atmosphere is thick like you can practically smell the cornfields and hear something breathing just out of sight. Hunchar builds tension with surgical precision, letting the shadows grow around the characters until you’re fully locked in.
The characters ? Loved them. Every single one. They felt raw, messy, and real in that way only horror set in tiny towns can accomplish. Their relationships had that familiar but ominous quality, like everyone’s holding back a secret and you’re dying to know what it is.
The story’s pacing is superb. It unfolds with this steady, unsettling beat that keeps you flipping pages long after you should’ve gone to sleep. (Me? Wide awake gremlin mode at 3AM. No regrets.) And the worldbuilding? Come ON. Chef’s kiss. Hunchar knows how to turn a place into a character The Grange itself feels alive, watchful, and ready to swallow anyone who steps out of line.
I just kept thinking: This is why I read horror.It hit that exact intersection of atmospheric, character-driven, and deeply eerie that I crave.
✅ Would I Recommend It?
Oh absolutely.
If you want eerie, immersive, small town horror with cult vibes and characters you can’t look away from run, don’t walk.
November 23, 2025
The Grange is what happens when you mix grief, rural paranoia, a hospice death, teenage trauma, small-town politics, and a whole cult’s worth of red flags into one blender and forget to put the lid on. It’s messy, ambitious, and occasionally brilliant in that “wow, I need to go lie down” kind of way.
The book opens with a hospice scene so vivid it practically reached through the page to adjust my morphine drip. From there, we crash directly into high school racism, generational rot, and the kind of bullying that requires an exorcist, not a principal. Subtlety is not the author’s kink. Every theme arrives wearing a neon sign, honking loudly.
But here’s the thing: the dread is immaculate. The town feels wrong in the way only small towns in horror novels can feel wrong. Every adult has the energy of someone who’d cheerfully help you fix a fence at 10 a.m. and sacrifice you to the corn by dusk. The Grange organization itself is basically “what if the HOA ran a cult?” and honestly, it works.
The plot does have the pacing of a fever dream. Characters jump from mild discomfort to “let me pull a knife on a teenager in broad daylight” with startling confidence. There’s a glowing-eyed bear at one point, because why not. And the book tries to juggle more themes than it can comfortably hold without occasionally dropping one on the reader’s foot.
Still…it’s compelling. It hits hard. It lingers in that unpleasant way good horror should. If you’re into atmospheric dread, small-town conspiracies, and stories where absolutely no one is okay (least of all you), then you’ll have a good time.
Just don’t expect to breathe between chapters. This book doesn’t do breathing.
And yes, I received a copy for free so I am leaving this review voluntarily
The book opens with a hospice scene so vivid it practically reached through the page to adjust my morphine drip. From there, we crash directly into high school racism, generational rot, and the kind of bullying that requires an exorcist, not a principal. Subtlety is not the author’s kink. Every theme arrives wearing a neon sign, honking loudly.
But here’s the thing: the dread is immaculate. The town feels wrong in the way only small towns in horror novels can feel wrong. Every adult has the energy of someone who’d cheerfully help you fix a fence at 10 a.m. and sacrifice you to the corn by dusk. The Grange organization itself is basically “what if the HOA ran a cult?” and honestly, it works.
The plot does have the pacing of a fever dream. Characters jump from mild discomfort to “let me pull a knife on a teenager in broad daylight” with startling confidence. There’s a glowing-eyed bear at one point, because why not. And the book tries to juggle more themes than it can comfortably hold without occasionally dropping one on the reader’s foot.
Still…it’s compelling. It hits hard. It lingers in that unpleasant way good horror should. If you’re into atmospheric dread, small-town conspiracies, and stories where absolutely no one is okay (least of all you), then you’ll have a good time.
Just don’t expect to breathe between chapters. This book doesn’t do breathing.
And yes, I received a copy for free so I am leaving this review voluntarily
December 23, 2025
This story felt both familiar and refreshingly different. While the core plot elements aren’t entirely new, they’re delivered in a way that kept me entertained throughout.
We begin in a quiet village where a father and his daughter move into the mother’s childhood home after her passing. At first glance, everything seems ordinary, until subtle hints suggest something unsettling beneath the surface. As neighbours reveal their true colours and we experience disappearances and brutal murders, the tension rises. It soon becomes clear that a cult-like influence lurks within the community, with certain residents willing to do anything to maintain their power.
Layered into this is a complex family history, unique abilities, and themes of discrimination and racism - present but never overwhelming. While the ending felt slightly chaotic, the narrative held my attention and delivered an engaging mix of mystery and supernatural intrigue.
If you enjoy small-town stories with dark secrets and a touch of the uncanny, this book will draw you in from the start.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
We begin in a quiet village where a father and his daughter move into the mother’s childhood home after her passing. At first glance, everything seems ordinary, until subtle hints suggest something unsettling beneath the surface. As neighbours reveal their true colours and we experience disappearances and brutal murders, the tension rises. It soon becomes clear that a cult-like influence lurks within the community, with certain residents willing to do anything to maintain their power.
Layered into this is a complex family history, unique abilities, and themes of discrimination and racism - present but never overwhelming. While the ending felt slightly chaotic, the narrative held my attention and delivered an engaging mix of mystery and supernatural intrigue.
If you enjoy small-town stories with dark secrets and a touch of the uncanny, this book will draw you in from the start.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 22, 2025
Zachary Hunchar’s The Grange is a chilling, beautifully written tale where grief and dread intertwine beneath the quiet farmlands of Pennsylvania. Through the eyes of fifteen-year-old Audra Pratt, the story unearths family secrets, buried pain, and the sinister power of a community bound by fear. Hunchar’s prose is cinematic and haunting, painting both the heartbreak of loss and the eerie pulse of something ancient stirring beneath the soil. Blending psychological suspense with rich emotional depth, The Grange is a masterful slow-burn paranormal horror story that grips from the first page and lingers long after the final harvest.
October 12, 2025
The locations and actions in The Grange are wildly descriptive and completely immersive. I grew up in Pennsylvania, though not in that spooky part, and I was shocked to learn what might be happening beneath the surface. There’s something supernatural stirring in this town, and the main characters are gradually coming to grips with how they may be connected to it, whether they want to be or not. The story has similar claustrophobic tension I remember from The Firm, and if this is the beginning of a series, I don’t want to wait years to find out what happens next!
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