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The Nightmare From World's End
In the aftermath of a major hurricane, a massive antique crate washes up on the shore of Raadsel Point. It’s smuggled cargo from the wreck of the Edmund Wood, an unregistered transport returning from a very unusual expedition. . . a ship that went down in the deepest and most dangerous part of the Hudson known as 'The World’s End'. The nightmare creature it contains is about to unleash havoc on the citizens of the sleepy river village of Wyvern Falls and inadvertently draw to it a predator thought extinct a millennia ago. It will come down to two people to figure out what both these creatures are and how to stop them: expat CID Detective John Easton and American Indian anthropologist Sarah Ramhorne. The two of them will have to unravel local Indian myths, outmaneuver a corrupt mayor, a failing Ancient Astronaut Theorist TV show and an overzealous Green Folk Festival if they are to stand any chance of saving the day.
248 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 19, 2016
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January 13, 2017
Move over Nessie and Champ, there's a new kick ass lake monster in town! Nightmare from World's End is a sharp, intelligent, witty and wild ride across the turbid waters of the Hudson River. Set in author Robert Stava's mysterious Wyvern Falls, this is one monster tale not to be missed because you get not one, but TWO underwater leviathans duking it out. And God help the puny humans who dare not just go in the water, but even near it. The last act blew my mind. Treat yourself and grab a copy.
February 18, 2017
How could I not read this book after seeing that fantastic cover?
I ate this up faster than the beasties could gobble up the poor saps who visited the waters of World’s End, the deepest part of the Hudson. Yes, there’s not one, but two creatures.
Stay out of the water, people. I love it when I actually shake my head and talk to a book. Without the idiots, the book wouldn’t be any fun though. And there’s plenty of people to chum the waters. From those that don’t know there’s something to fear, to those that don’t listen, to those that actually think they can catch or kill these terrors from the deep. It’s a bloody massacre as, one by one, they’re pulled under, dragged overboard, or gobbled up whole.
There’s some interesting character’s. I was hoping John and Sarah would make it. They’re good for each other and very likeable. Other characters add some intriguing twists too.
And the author’s use of anthropology and Indian myths adds mystery while still making the story very believable. Who knows what lurks below, in our deep, dark waters. No one can reach the depths, so who’s to say nothings down there.
I’m a fan of these types of movies. Watched hundreds of them. The plot never gets old. So, I had fun visualizing many of the scenarios that took place. A few of the movies I drew from were Beast, Tentacles, and Jurassic World.
If you like underwater terror and don’t mind it when the characters drop like flies, you’ll enjoy this one. It’s a fun read.
I was gifted a copy of this book. My review is voluntarily given.
I ate this up faster than the beasties could gobble up the poor saps who visited the waters of World’s End, the deepest part of the Hudson. Yes, there’s not one, but two creatures.
Stay out of the water, people. I love it when I actually shake my head and talk to a book. Without the idiots, the book wouldn’t be any fun though. And there’s plenty of people to chum the waters. From those that don’t know there’s something to fear, to those that don’t listen, to those that actually think they can catch or kill these terrors from the deep. It’s a bloody massacre as, one by one, they’re pulled under, dragged overboard, or gobbled up whole.
There’s some interesting character’s. I was hoping John and Sarah would make it. They’re good for each other and very likeable. Other characters add some intriguing twists too.
And the author’s use of anthropology and Indian myths adds mystery while still making the story very believable. Who knows what lurks below, in our deep, dark waters. No one can reach the depths, so who’s to say nothings down there.
I’m a fan of these types of movies. Watched hundreds of them. The plot never gets old. So, I had fun visualizing many of the scenarios that took place. A few of the movies I drew from were Beast, Tentacles, and Jurassic World.
If you like underwater terror and don’t mind it when the characters drop like flies, you’ll enjoy this one. It’s a fun read.
I was gifted a copy of this book. My review is voluntarily given.
December 13, 2017
I'm a sucker for a story with a well crafted sea monster, this book has two. This is the first novel I've read by Robert Stava and apparently he's used some of these characters and setting in earlier books. Kinda makes me want to read those books now. The setting, Wyvern Falls on the Hudson river, was very well described, it seemed like a real place. The characters were intricate and well done, even the ones who ended being monster food. The story was brimming over with mystery, science fiction overtones and Native American folklore. And of course, lots of sea monster fueled destruction!
October 30, 2017
A good monster book
I like it. Perhaps because I have a softspot for sea monsters and Dinosaurs.
Story pulped you in. Characters were
interesting. Perhaps the amount of love making was a bit too much. Did not add to the story. Overall though, a recommend easy read.
I like it. Perhaps because I have a softspot for sea monsters and Dinosaurs.
Story pulped you in. Characters were
interesting. Perhaps the amount of love making was a bit too much. Did not add to the story. Overall though, a recommend easy read.
January 1, 2018
I'm struggling with this. I really want to read the story but it's so formulaic with cardboard cutout characters described in the finest detail just to make sure you know exactly what stereotype the character is.
I'll keep going but if it keeps up like this I don't think I can finish it.
I'll keep going but if it keeps up like this I don't think I can finish it.
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March 24, 2017
The author is a fine wordcrafter and has done a nice job with this book. I'd have given it a fifth star, but the cover-up at the end was really dumb.
January 13, 2017
Fantastic Story
This book is like The Manitou meets Moby Dick!! Just when I thought I knew what was going on there was another twist to the story... the Hudson won't be the same to me anymore.
This book is like The Manitou meets Moby Dick!! Just when I thought I knew what was going on there was another twist to the story... the Hudson won't be the same to me anymore.
April 7, 2017
Good but not awesome
Lots of action and great characters. I have read better but still worth a read! Could use more expansion on the topics.
Lots of action and great characters. I have read better but still worth a read! Could use more expansion on the topics.
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