Run

by Stacy Rush

The rules are run, hide, and trust no one.

Her friends are missing. Some may be dead. But Kenadi can't tell what's real—and what's part of the game.

As Halloween turns into a night of pursuit, every clue raises a new question, and every familiar face becomes suspect. The game has rules. The killer has a plan. And Kenadi may be the only one who doesn't know which is which.

118 pages, Paperback

Published November 2, 2026

About the author

Stacy Rush resides in Central Iowa with her husband. She started writing in 2017 and self-published her first book in 2018. Since then, Stacy has self-published over 20 titles on Amazon and has written two series and one standalone, with another in progress on the iReader app. She is currently in the middle of writing a 5-book Dark Urban Romance series. Stacy’s title, Twisted Hunger, has recently won an award in Contemporary Fiction, General Fiction, and New Adult Fiction, with it being a Finalist in the Romance and Book Cover categories at the Literary Global Awards. Stacy has also recently put out her first audiobook with Saints and Sinners, a dark and very spicy academia romance. Follow Stacy Rush on her media pages to find out what’s next on the writing block and what upcoming signing events she will be attending.

Reviews

[Melissa Mejia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had the pleasure of receiving this as an e-ARC and voluntarily will be giving my honest review. This is a perfect read for the spooky 👻 season!! This is a quick and spicy novella that will absolutely love especially if you love dark halloween vibes!!

“The rules are simple: run, hide, and trust no one.

Her friends are missing. Some may be dead. But Kenadi can't tell what's real—and what's part of the game.

As Halloween turns into a night of pursuit, every clue raises a new question, and every familiar face becomes suspect. The game has rules. The killer has a plan. And Kenadi may be the only one who doesn't know which is which.”

[Kelly Cox · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick read
Fun story
Sprinkled with the right amount of sexy

[Mikayela Kelleher · Rating 5 out of 5]

As with all Stacy Rush books, make sure to read your trigger warnings and be prepared for what is to come.

Run was a very fast paced short story that kept you engaged the entire time. Though you might question yourself, your morals, and your mind afterwards! Great for spooky season reading!

The storyline follows the FMC through what anyone would call a devastating and terrifying last night with her friends. What starts as a game played in a creepy old church very quickly turns to a traumatic experience that will haunt everyone involved. Each chapter will have you both wanting more to find out what happens and questioning the types of books you choose to read. In the best way of course. This story is filled with friends, trauma, gore, sex, and drama. Of course, I loved every minute of it! Definitely worth the read though I wouldn’t call this a pallet cleanser lol.

[Jessica Penley · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOWWWWW Stacy you did it again as always 🫶🤗
Make sure you check your trigger warnings 1st ⚠️

I received an E-ARC of RUN, and wow, this book kept me on my toes. Every time I thought I had things figured out, I was wrong. 😂 I spent most of the book trying to guess what was really going on and who could actually be trusted.

The Halloween setting made everything even better. It had just the right amount of creepy mixed with suspense, and I ended up flying through it way faster than I planned. This novella was it for me 🖤🫶

If you like quick thrillers with twists that keep you guessing, definitely check this one out. I had a lot of fun with it and never knew what was coming next.

[Just Virginie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm a big fan of Stacy Rush's writing style, and this novella was another fun read!

It takes you on an intense hunt, pulling you straight into the action. It's a fast-paced story that keeps you hooked and doesn't waste any time.

An abandoned church? A chase game? A thrilling atmosphere? Sounds like the perfect recipe for a Halloween read! 🎃🖤

Short, exciting and exactly the kind of story you want when you're in the mood for something dark and thrilling.

Definitely a perfect Halloween pick!

[Claire Purkis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a perfect little spicy novella for Halloween or those that like the spookier theme. It is full of twists and turns and an ending I never saw coming. Not the normal spice level for Stacy but it’s there and keeps you entertained. Read this in one siting that’s how hooked you get! Bravo!
I received this as an advanced reader copy and have left my own review

[Liz Ranne · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this! It's Kenadi's story & it was the perfect spooky read! She & her friends are having a last get together. Unfortunately, her friends have other ideas. things start happening & she questions everything. A lot happens here & I did not see the twists coming! The spice was fantastic & loved the story! Highly recommend this novella & author!

[Jessica Barnett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dang Stacy you out did yourself. I could not put this book down. I read it in one sitting and devoured this story. You think you know who the Killer is and then Bam think again. The way she did the ending is awesome. I love the hunt trope. There is dark content so check your trigger warning and has taboo. This story is perfect to read before halloween or going on a haunted tail. I can wait to get a physical copy from her.

[Kati Howard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Stacy outdid herself yet again! I read this in one sitting, once I started there was no putting it down. I could not get enough of this story.
It is different than her usual books but is just as good! Every time I thought I knew what was coming or who the killer was…. Think again!
I loved the hunt trope, I loved the ending and I truly think this was the perfect Halloween novella. This is a dark book so as always check the trigger warnings first!

[Kindra · Rating 5 out of 5]

This title says it all. I can say I wasn’t expecting Stacy Rush to venture into the thriller world but boy did she not disappoint. Run will keep you thinking you know what’s gonna happen to realize you in fact do not.

[Sherry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow is all I can say. I read this book all in one setting. It had twist and turns and spice oh my lol. This book was so good.

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

Run was a very fast paced short story that kept you engaged the entire time. It keeps you hooked and doesn't waste any time. I love Stacy's books and this is another one but just as always watch the trigger warnings. But you can't go wrong with this book for spooky holiday kind of vibes.

[Amy Killian · Rating 5 out of 5]

and she does it again!!!

Wowwwww !! This novella was everything I needed on a Halloween night! What was supposed to be a night out with friends hanging out playing some soooky games maybe some spookie stories? But nope one game goes incredibly wrong! This was soooo good I want to reread it already!! Definitely 10/10 and will def be in the spooky read list from now on!!!

[Katie Feher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Freaking Stacy Rush knocks it out of the park again. If you love thrillers and crazy twist and turns this spooky season story is for you. I could not put it down and my mind is blown with the ending!!!

[Penny DeVoll · Rating 5 out of 5]

I devoured this book in one sitting! Every twist had me guessing who the killer was, and the ending did not disappoint. The creepy Halloween setting, suspense, and hunt trope kept me hooked from beginning to end. Definitely a page-turner and perfect for Halloween season! Just be sure to check the trigger warnings, as it contains dark and taboo content.

[Mel D · Rating 4.5 out of 5]

So, I didn’t see it going the way that it did…this very short spicy Halloween thriller novella was fast paced and intense. My dark take is that Kenadi, our FMC, gets the last laugh at the expense of her friend group but I will leave that for you to decide for yourself. Great quick read and perfect to read on release day October 31.

[Rachel Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! I went into this book blind. I'm so glad I did too. What a surprise!
This was the perfect Halloween read!
It was fast paced, filled with suspense, some danger, and twists. The spice was definitely great!
I refuse to spoil anything, so I wont say more.
If you want quick, captivating, spicy, and unexpected... This is a must read!

[Evilangel1281 · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW!! Need a little run through the woods to get your heart rate going? This little novella packs a haunted, erotic punch that you never saw coming. Little forbidden love that all of us love! And that ending, you won’t see it coming!

[Rachael Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nothing is as it seems in this haunting novella. Although short, this one has you listening around you closer, questioning everything, and shocking you at the end!

[Brandy McCoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh My Goodness

Oh my goodness! This is not the typical that Stacy writes! I’ve decided she can write anything! This novella is perfect for Halloween! It’s definitely not what I was expecting! That ending!! Chefs kiss!! Love it and would recommend!

[Natascha Lewis · Rating 4.5 out of 5]

This reminded me of clown in a cornfield. Be careful who you trust and what you get up to in abandoned areas. It's a killer time. Quick easy to read horror novella.

[Kandice Brogan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect read for Halloween 🎃. Great quick read, w a mix of horror and spice. Also could totally see it adapted into a horror film one day. Read it you'll love it.

[Kaylee Dufault · Rating 4 out of 5]

*ARC Review* I loved this novella it felt perfect for Halloween! All the twists and turns had me rushing through this book to figure out who is under the clown mask!

[Chante Heaven · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well this might be short but it packs a punch.

Cross between one rather kinky hot read and a horror with twists i didn't see coming.

[Tori Smithers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! Just wow! This book was absolutely amazing! The twist was perfect! I did not expect it. The spice was definitely there!

[Jordon · Rating 4.5 out of 5]

Super quick read. The twist and turns keep you guessing who it really is till the end. Loved it!!!

[Alicia Gonzales · Rating 5 out of 5]

Whew! What a read! I know the book only takes an hour to read but it took me a couple of days due to kiddos 😅 but this was a quick read and was really good!

I swear this book had me on my toes because I was stuck trying to figure out well shit.. what the hell just happened?? The game played my mind as well thinking everyone was gone 🤣

If you’re looking for a quick read this is one to read! It’s a mind game that has you thinking and really gets you at the end! Well done Stacy!!! 👏🏽

[Athena, the goddess of books · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quick and short story sprinkled with suspense, spice, and a lovely twist. I didn't enjoy the ending though, but being a rather short read, I understand that it had to cut corners somewhere. I wanted something more—I don't know exactly what—when she found out what happened, rather than the direction the story took...

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! Did not see that coming. Quick read will have you reading it in one sitting. Thriller with some spice, I didn’t want it to end.