You're Mine: My Bloody Valentine Collection

by Elisa D. Daniels

When Abigail starts at Lucky Strikes bowling alley, she never imagines someone is watching her every move. Then the gifts arrive; along with Polaroids from someone calling themselves The Score Keeper. Some show her… but others capture things she wishes she’d never seen. This Valentine’s Day, the game turns deadly.

95 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 16, 2026

About the author

Elisa D. Daniels is from a small town in Oklahoma. Married to the love of her life and a proud mother of three children, she also loves being called Mimi by her handsome grandsons. She loves spending time with family. Since childhood, Elisa has been fascinated by true crime stories and had developed a deep passion for reading mystery books. Motivated by a steady determination, Elisa is now following her lifelong dream of becoming a writer.

Reviews

[Celeste Velocci (bookrecs_by_celeste) · Rating 2 out of 5]

A stalker and slasher vibe - nothing too crazy - I feel like it would have been better as a full length book maybe ??

[Elaine Rainbolt · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this creepy Valentine's day story. The twist threw me off because I thought it was a different person. I cant wait to read the other 2 books in this collaboration.

[Jill Paschal · Rating 3 out of 5]

The concept of a stalker called "The Score Keeper" sending anonymous Polaroids at a bowling alley is creepy and unique and the alternating chapters between the protagonist, Abigail, and her pursuer effectively ramp up the tension, however, while the twists are unexpected, the conclusion was a bit rushed and unrealistic being completely predictable. Overall, it’s a solid, atmospheric slasher novella that delivers on "creepy vibes" but feels a bit thin on substance. Great for a quick read.

[Danielle Lundquist · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this short story by Elisa! I read it all in one sitting. It had me thinking I knew what was going on, just to find out I was wrong!

Abby has someone obsessed with her, that thinks he owns her, which is scary in itself.

Now I have to move on to Michelle and Jessica’s books!

Grab this for a short Valentine’s Day story!

[Alyssa Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 2 in the My Bloody Valentine Collection! This book will have you side eyeing EVERY SINGLE CHARACTER! Beautifully written Valentine horror that I enjoyed to the very last blood trail

[Jaime Tragesser · Rating 5 out of 5]

Valentine's Day is a day for love. So why is Abigail receiving disturbing polaroids from a secret admirer?

This was a quick and thrilling read that kept me hooked to the very bloody ending.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love my some bowling alley horror. Gutterballs is one of my favorite movies so finding out this took place mainly in a bowling alley was very surprising but nice.

[Peter Topside · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don’t have a ton to say on this, but I did like it a lot. Great presence by our antagonist, The Score Keeper, and Abby, while a fairly plain lead, held up her end as the final girl, too. Nice placement of the horror elements, namely the bloodshed, pacing towards the eventual reveal, and I loved the unique and isolated setting of the bowling alley. The ending could have been finessed a bit further, but that is my only minor critique here. A very good Valentines Day horror outing.

[Miss 80's Books · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was introduced to Elisa Daniels last year with her book "Don’t Watch Alone", which I absolutely loved (spoiler!). So when I saw she had a Valentine’s Day thriller novella coming out, I immediately pre-ordered it on Kindle. And today being a cold, lazy Sunday afternoon, curled up with my doggies, I decided to dive in. And just over an hour later I was finished. WOW. What a fun, wild ride of a story!

"You're Mine" is a dark, twisty Valentine novella that sold me on a bowling alley being a CREEPY AF venue for a story! Our FMC is Abagail and her world is upended when Polaroid photos of her start appearing, taken by a stalker calling himself The Score Keeper. Clever right? The story is told through 2 POVs including the stalker’s. Which really helps ramp up the tension to STRIKE level!

At under 100 pages, this was a one-sitting read for me. It’s creepy, clever, and unhinged in the best way, with a deliciously unsettling Valentine’s Day twist.

And I just found out there are 2 other books in the My Bloody Valentine Collection so I am going to seek those out soon!

[Jen · Rating 4 out of 5]

At just 121 pages, this is a quick, effective horror novella that fits the Valentine’s theme perfectly. The writing style is solid and really effective at building suspense that grew throughout the book.
I really liked the premise and the setting of the bowling alley as it felt unique, and the story does a great job of blurring the lines between love and obsession. My only critique is that there were a few side characters that were introduced and then just sort of... disappeared. They felt useless since they were mentioned once and never heard from again, which was slightly distracting in such a short book where every word counts.
Overall, though, if you want something short and you like a little horror for your Valentine's Day, this book is a great choice!

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[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Obsessed. That’s the only word that fits.

This book had me completely hooked from the very first chapter. The tension? Immediate. The chemistry? Unhinged in the best way. And the emotional pull? Absolutely relentless.

Elise D. Daniels knows exactly how to build obsession, possession, and vulnerability into something that feels dangerous and addictive all at once. The push and pull between the characters kept me on edge the entire time — I never felt fully comfortable, and that’s what made it so good.

The pacing was sharp, the stakes kept rising, and every twist felt intentional. Just when I thought I had it figured out, the story tightened its grip and proved me wrong.

If you love intense romance with a dark edge, morally gray energy, and characters that crawl under your skin in the best possible way — this one is for you.

I devoured it… and I’d absolutely read it again. 🔥📖

[Blaiz Ferrel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This woman pours her entire soul into her work—and it shows. With Valentine’s Day being my favorite holiday, she knew I needed the earliest possible read… and y’all—this was so f*cking good.
Short, sharp, and relentlessly effective, You’re Mine wastes no time sinking its claws in. When Abigail starts working at Lucky Strikes bowling alley, she has no idea someone is tracking her every move. Then the gifts arrive. Along with Polaroids from someone calling themselves The Score Keeper. Some photos are of her… others reveal things she was never meant to see.
This Valentine’s Day, the game turns deadly.
It’s creepy. It’s obsessive. It’s perfectly paced. And that final twist? Completely blindsided me—I never saw it coming 🩸🎳

[Tracey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Abigail works at the Lucky Strikes bowling Alley. Someone is watching her very closely. Then the presents start arriving which include photos of her and other's too.... The sender calls themselves The Score Keeper. Abigail quickly becomes afraid for her life. Paranoia sets in as the photos become more horrific. Will she find out who this villain is?

This story had me by the throat from the start. The Score Keeper is not playing games! They're obsessed with Abigail and will stop at nothing to show her how much they love her - in an 'unvalentine' way. Thanks Elisa, I side-eyed each character and thought I had it sussed, but, I've read enough of your books to know better!!! Descriptive and creepy af. You nailed it 🥰

[Jessica Sorensen · Rating 5 out of 5]

You’re Mine is easily one of my new favorites by this author. I second-guessed every single character and still guessed wrong. The trust issues this book gave me? Unreal... I mean that in the best way possible. 😅

It’s fast-paced, addictive, and so well written that I couldn’t stop turning pages. Just when I thought I had it figured out... nope. Wrong again.

I don’t even know what else to say except: I absolutely loved this book and need more like it immediately.

[Jolene · Rating 4 out of 5]

Creepy, clever, and darkly fun. Elisa D. Daniels turns a bowling alley into the last place you’d want to be alone, especially when Polaroids start showing up from someone calling themselves The Score Keeper. The tension builds fast, the Valentine’s Day twist is deliciously unsettling, and the chills hit hard. A quick, entertaining read that proves love can be deadly and someone is always keeping score. 🎳🩸

[Janelle Piazza · Rating 4 out of 5]

You're Mine by Elisa Daniels is A short Valentine’s Day thriller that wastes no time and keeps you flipping pages, always wanting to know what’s next.

The pacing is tight, the tension builds quickly, and the story leans into that unsettling something’s not right feeling that works so well for a quick thriller. It’s the kind of read you finish in one sitting and immediately want to talk about.

Perfect if you’re in the mood for a dark little Valentine that trades roses for goosebumps.

[R.M. Demeester · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in the My Bloody Valentine Collection by three talented authors, and You’re Mine by Elisa Daniels is a fantastic addition. The novella follows Abigail and her stalker known only as The Score Keeper, delivering an unhinged, thrilling, and thought provoking story that I devoured in under an hour. Fast paced, unpredictable, and featuring a complex main character who leaves a lasting impression, this one absolutely delivers. Highly recommend.5 stars

[Rachel Browning · Rating 5 out of 5]

“You’re Mine” by Elisa D. Daniels is an intense and suspenseful entry in the My Bloody Valentine collection. This dark novella follows a stalker who shows Abigail just how far he’s willing to go for her, blurring the line between devotion and danger. Obsession masked as love drives this chilling, fast-paced story that kept my heart racing. I couldn’t put it down.

[Michelle Powers · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you love thrillers that get under your skin and stay there, You’re Mine is a must-read. From the moment the Polaroids start showing up, the tension is nonstop and genuinely chilling. The Score Keeper is the kind of villain that makes you look over your shoulder while you read. Dark, twisty, and perfectly timed for Valentine’s Day, this book is addictive from start to finish.

[Sarah * Between the Lines Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

Elisa always manages to KILL it in all her books.
They never disappoint and I look forward to anything she writes.

You're Mine grips you from page one and doesn't let up until the last page, quick read, fast paced, thrilling, creepy and just fantastic!

Now on to the other two books in the series!

[Kayla Wiklanski · Rating 5 out of 5]

The second book in the bloody Valentine collection!! 💕

The Score Keeper is unhinged and delusional! He's an obsessed stalker of Abigail. No moment is spared as he lurks in the background, ready to strike at any moment (puns intended 😂). The score keeper could be anyone, as they all have potential stalker vibes.

Elisa takes the fun bowling experience and turns it into a psycho's playground.

[K. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Speechless… this short story left me speechless. It was fast paced and heart pounding. Elisa has a way with words and didn’t shy away with any in this novella. I found myself red flagging and side eyeing every character trying to piece together and figure out who and what. If creepy and dark is your thing this novella is definitely the perfect match.

[Kari Bowman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great short story

Are you looking for a horror alternative for your Valentine read? This book is amazing. It is part of a collection that also features Jessica Lynn Sorensen and Michelle Powers.

I highly recommend all of the books in this collection. Don't settle for a romance novel this year. Give yourself a book that will really make your heart race!

[Jessica Bradford · Rating 4 out of 5]

You’re Mine definitely has a nostalgia feel to it. From the bowling alley to the polaroid pictures it definitely had me feeling like I was stepping back in time. Abigail starts working at Lucky Strikes bowling alley with hopes of rebuilding her life. This rebuild is quickly brought to a halt when she feels that someone is watching her. She starts receiving gifts likes roses, notes, and polaroids that were taken of herself. But what was strange were the polaroids of things that she had never seen. These pictures were progressing from creepy, to scary, to pure violence. Who’s watching her you ask, The Score Keeper. Because every psycho needs a name right? With a few different people around her, it could ultimately be anyone so Abigail starts to get paranoid. The Score Keeper’s game of You’re Mine starts to get more and more dangerous as people around Abigail start to disappear. You guys will never guess who The Score Keeper really is!! I wish this book was longer and I could absolutely see it being a horror movie. The anticipation and anxiety I had while reading this was crazy.

[🐷Shay loves books🐷 · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Twisty fun thriller that will keep you guessing with a fierce FMC that can take care of herself and knows how to fight!

I had my suspicions but I had no clue who done it! This one had me on the edge of my seat, analyzing all the characters trying to figure out who it was. I was wrong and shocked at the end!

[Kristina Vanderpool · Rating 4 out of 5]

You’re Mine is a dark, bloody Valentine’s tale that twists obsession into something lethal. Suspenseful and disturbing, it’s perfect for readers who prefer their romance drenched in darkness rather than love.

[Holly Cerutti · Rating 4 out of 5]

“You’re Mine” is a dark and deliciously twisted Valentine’s Day novella that proves even a bowling alley can become the stuff of nightmares. The story centers on Abigail, whose life takes a terrifying turn when anonymous Polaroids of her begin to surface, all snapped by a mysterious stalker who chillingly refers to himself as The Score Keeper.
The narrative alternates between Abagail’s perspective and the mind of her pursuer, a choice that cranks the suspense to an almost unbearable level and lets the reader witness both the fear and the obsession unfolding in real time.
Short, sharp, and impossible to put down, this under-100-page read is eerie, inventive, and wildly unsettling, with a Valentine’s twist that lingers long after the final page.

[Alyssa J · Rating 3 out of 5]

Bloody

This was an interesting spin for a Valentine story. It was very bloody. The final eventualities on Valentine's day which was great. I really wanted more info , but overall it was just
different!

[Dee Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you’re looking for a fast-paced thriller for Valentine’s Day, this book will definitely hit the spot. It’s a short, sharp read—taut and suspenseful—just long enough to satisfy your curiosity without overstaying its welcome. Perfect for a thrilling one-sitting escape.❤️ 🔪 🩸

[Rosemary Willhide · Rating 5 out of 5]

You never know who is watching!
This Valentine's short story come with hearts, flowers, and a stalker. You're Mine is filled with suspense and great writing. Elisa Daniels is becoming a favorite author of mine.