They say The Colony Carnivale appears without warning—rolling into forgotten towns under blood-red skies, offering laughter, lights, and salvation for the bored and broken. But beneath the painted tents, hides a different sin, each act a different obsession. Lust. Power. Revenge. Fear. The Carnivale feeds on it all—and so do the souls trapped inside. The games are rigged, the prizes are cursed, and the performers aren’t quite human. So buy your ticket, brave the insanity, and pray the lights go out after you do. Because once you enter, the show owns you. Welcome to The Colony Carnivale—where the fun never dies, it just screams louder.
They call him Maestro—the man in a mask who coaxes terror into symphony, savoring every note. By the time you set foot inside his Haunted House, you already belong to him. The maze was never built for escape. Somewhere within its shadows, he hunts for the crescendo... for the one scream he refuses to silence.
Riley C. Smith is a millennial multigenre indie author of dark romance, monster/paranormal romance, and horror erotica. When she’s not crafting twisted storylines and imperfect characters, Riley enjoys traveling, experimenting in the kitchen, spoiling her beloved fur baby, and getting lost in a good book. To learn more, visit Riley’s website and don’t forget to follow her socials for new releases, sneak peeks, character art, and giveaways—everywhere @riley_c_smith