Visions of Red.My home; my only safe place that I can show my true colors. It's where I make my living by being the cruel visage of intentions where others fail. Everyone has a secret need inside of them, but only a select few are willing to pay for the opportunity to see it fulfilled.Voices in the dark.They're all I hear but it's better this way. Seeing faces would only complicate things and distractions won't do. I've become the best and most sought after because of the privacy I allow my clients.Nightmares come to life.I'm being watched more than I should be. Someone keeps coming to watch the live shows, hidden in the shadows, obscured in the darkness and I don't know what more I can do to satiate the hunger inside of them.And for the first time in my life, I've become the victim.
Yolanda Olson is a USA Today Bestselling and award-winning author. Born and raised in Bridgeport, CT where she currently resides, she usually spends her time watching her favorite channel, Investigation Discovery.
Occasionally, she takes a break to write books and test the limits of her mind. Also an avid horror movie fan, she likes to incorporate dark elements into the majority of her books.
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Mina LaCorte has a stalker. A creeper. She's felt his presence for sometime now but she doesn't know who he is or what he looks like. She runs Visions of Red, a live (online) horror show, but the tables are suddenly turned on her and Mina becomes the victim, no longer the paid enforcer. Mina's thoughts?
The deadliest disease in this entire miserable world isn't what scientists will lead you to believe. It's not AIDS, HIV, or even cancer. It's the mind of someone who's so consumed by desperation, that the only way to quiet the voices in their head is to take them out.
▣ This story wasn't fully fleshed out. It was very short and I liked the building suspense. The ending was utterly TWISTED, foul, and shocking...
INSANE. Yolanda Olson has been on my radar and based on the reviews of her books, it's dark and screwed up. It's true.
Creep is on a whole darkness level. Someone took over the heroine's horror show and becomes the victim. 💀 It's unhinged and BOY THAT ENDING IS INDEED CREEPY. HOLY CRAP. Good thing I read this in broad daylight or I'll have nightmares.
I have been looking forward to this one for a while now, I think even since it was announced. The blurb had "CREEP"iness written all over it and I was looking forward to this nightmare coming to life.
I'm not going to go into detail as to what it's about, that's all part of the experience. And Yolanda definitely makes you experience this nightmare. With every gruesome detail this nightmare is definitely brought to life.
I'm sitting here thinking, "Jeez, I'd really like to get inside Yolanda's head!" But then I realize...nah! I'm probably better off getting the filtered and edited version, cuz this is just way too insane for me.
I was on the edge of my seat the entire time it took to read it, which wasn't very long as I was unable to put it down and devoured the damn thing in like 2 hours! And now I'm left to wonder if the good guy is really the bad guy, or is the bad guy really the good guy?! If that doesn't make sense, it just might after you've read it! One thing for sure though, is this book left me mentally exhausted and questioning my own morals, cuz I think I want the bad guy to be the god guy?!.... Oh Hell... I don't even know?!
But I do know this... I loved this book, fucked uppedness and all. And I will be on the lookout for the next scene! I am quickly becoming a HUGE Yolanda Olson fan. I love her brand of dark and craziness!!!
Highly recommend this read if you're up for a fucked up, gruesome experience!
"He wants a monster. He wants me to change.... A demon birthed from blood with the will to live, and the fight to do so."
Full circle; once the prey now a predator but a larger hunter is on the prowl baying for her blood she is the Mistress of Visions of Red she usually runs the show but is now part of it. On edge within her sanctuary she knows the game has changed but can't quite put her finger on what is causing her fear. Drawing on her rage, fed by the horrors she survived she is no longer the victim of those that prey on the innocent but a wicked dealer of death that many willingly seek but others will pay handsomely to watch. Feeding the fantasies of monsters she makes the fantasy become reality. Until she is under the spotlight...
Creep is a blood soaked wander into the wild side. Acts of violence and non consensual acts are just part of this story that leaves morals at the door. Masks and voyeurism are just the norm for Visions of Red as death is requested for a price. It's tension filled with a great who dunnit feel, the mystery and suspense of who is behind mask ramps up with each chapter and each death. Her back story is slowly revealed as she is determined not to be the star of this particular show and I couldn't help but cheer her on, I even smiled as she swung her macabre comfort toy around! Dark, bloody and brutal Creep will make you scared of the dark once again. The prologue hints at more but as we are left in suspense I can only hope part two is released soon.
A five star Creepy read.
~*~ Privileged to be part of the beta team, reviewed on behalf of Obsessed by Books ~*~
Creep has it all. Blood, Gore and Death. Welcome to Visions of Red where the only requisite for entry is your Death. Mina is in her element as judge, jury and executioner until the Creep invades her mind and the presence of his shadows toy with her. Does she know him. What is he going to do to her.
Creep kept me on the edge of my seat the whole way through. Yolanda certainly knows how to weave a bloody fantastic story and if your looking for Horror with shock tactics then M's Olson is the Author for you.
Visions of Red. My home; my only safe place that I can show my true colors. It's where I make my living by being the cruel visage of intentions where others fail. Everyone has a secret need inside of them, but only a select few are willing to pay for the opportunity to see it fulfilled. Voices in the dark. They're all I hear but it's better this way. Seeing faces would only complicate things and distractions won't do. I've become the best and most sought after because of the privacy I allow my clients. Nightmares come to life. I'm being watched more than I should be. Someone keeps coming to watch the live shows, hidden in the shadows, obscured in the darkness and I don't know what more I can do to satiate the hunger inside of them. And for the first time in my life, I've become the victim.
This deserves 5 blood filled stars, Yolanda has done it again, and her books just get darker and darker. You never know what to expect from this talented author.
Creep is a book that is not for the faint hearted, it is full of things that will severely test your boundaries, blood, gore, death. You name it, it's in there, Creep is a book that you won't be able to put down, it will have you on the edge of your seat, eagerly turning the next page.
*** I had the privilege of beta reading this book, and reviewed for Obsessed by Books***
First off...look at that cover! They say you shouldn't judge a book by its cover...That's a pile of crap in this case! I LOVE a dominant woman. A woman with no qualms. A woman who can handle her herself and has balls bigger than most men. The broken yet beautiful. The quiet yet strong. So, imagine my glee when I delved into this book. There she is, front and centre. Fighting her masked demons. Bloodthirsty and macabre. So much dark, so much violence. it's a joy to behold! I would say short and sweet...but it's not. It's short and bloodthirsty, short and thrilling, short and surprisingly addictive!
I've read books by Yolanda before, I'll definitely be diving back into more of her work.
Another fantastic book by this author. I love Yolanda's writing style it's spine - chilling, graphic, gory, dark, questionable, and very disturbing.
This is a story about a girl named Mina. She went through hell and back growing up. As an adult she finds herself and becomes the person she is today because of her demons. This is one twisty ride you don't want to miss.
I was provided a copy of this book for an honest review. Thank you so much for this opportunity.
HFS what did I just read and why did I like it? Holy cow I'm still in shock I think I need therapy. This book was amazing and one twisted thrill ride. This book is dark gritty and raw. Please read the warningings before reading and if they don't scare you away welcome to the sicko club. Yolanda Olsen has a great writing style that will suck you into her books and leave you wanting more. After you look around and can't believe that just happened and that you are still here.
Fantastic twisted horrible, sad story...... although she took her past out differently than most, I don't blame her. I hope she gets revenge on every sick scumbag perverted disgusting pig, and guts them all. Amazing storytelling as always!!!! A MUST READ
I've been spoiled by Yolanda's books. I love her writing style. I love how her crazy, dark, twisted mind works. Poor Mina, she's had a very shitty life. But now she's the one in control. At least she was the one in control. When "Visions of red" gets a little to close for comfort, She has to think fast or this maybe her final performance. Will the CREEP bring her down? Just look at the cover, If that doesn't make you wanna read this... Then check your pulse.. And please be warned this isn't going to end well for some people in this book. Fantastic DARK, GORY ride by the set of your pants good book.
As always Yolanda has written another dark book that consumes your attention and doesn't let it go. Darker reads intrigue me and this one doesn't let me down. You are always asking yourself questions during the read. She takes you one place then destroys it and takes you on another journey. If you love a dark read then this is your book. It's graphic but in the best of ways. I always love anything Yolanda writes and this one is no different.
OH. MY. GOD. That's what I said through most of this book. Yolanda's evil, twisted mind is not for the faint of heart, but if you love blood, gore and death, this Author is for you.
Creep starts out with the ramblings of Mina, and twist and turns into a bloody conclusion. Love it, just love it!! Can't wait to see where the story continues.
Each time I open a Yolanda Olson’s book, I know I’m in for a dark treat. “Creep” is certainly no exception and I read it literally in one sitting because I just had to know who was behind the mask the whole time and whether Mina would free herself from her traumatic past after all. It’s twisted. It’s incredibly complex. It’s haunting and disturbing and if you’re a fan of the genre like me, you’ll love every second of it. Another winner from my favorite Queen of Horror.
Creep is a fantastically dark read! I cannot express enough just how much I loved every second of this book. Mia had me wanting to slap her at times because she seemed to be becoming kind of weak and whiny, but she restored my faith when things started to get bloody. Creep had me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end because I couldn’t figure out what was going to happen next or who was doing what. Just when I thought I had it all figured out yolanda threw in a curveball and had me second guessing myself. Yolanda definitely out did herself with this one. Creep is absolutely going on my favorites list! I very highly recommend purchasing and reading this book.
I have a fascination and appreciation for Olson's work. She has a way of taking the darkest of dark and weaving it into a beautiful work of art and this latest addition to her books is nothing short of a masterpiece.
Creep sees someone who has been broken and left for dead return to life in a way that most would detest and see as completely illegal. Yet, if it is full of willing participants and it gives her freedom, is is really evil? We see inside the mind of the master of the show, and it is a puzzle that even the best couldn't crack. She is very kept to herself, not sharing her secrets with even her one true friend. When her past comes to haunt her, in the form of a white mask, we get to see how she deals. She can no longer avoid what happened to her and Olson takes us down the dark and deserted path of confrontation, with our main character, and we see all the details of her world and her past.
I truly felt for everyone in this story. Each character has a reason to be where they are. A reason they have become broken. A reason to be at Visions. Olson had a way of making me see the depth of each of their tales and really analysing just what it might be like to be them and it has a way of helping you understand why they are where they are and wondering if we would be on the same path. I love that her reads are so dark and thought-provoking.
Let's not forget twisted! If you love dark reads that are twisted as fuck, especially if you love Yolanda's version of this 'quirk', then you will not be let down. This book is on a new level of wtf. In such a good way. The pace plays into this as well. It is an odd blend of fast and slow, and switches it up without giving you any notice. The flipping of pace gives it that little extra quirk to really throw you into the main character's headspace, personality and lifestyle.
The level of detail is brilliant. It is not enough to make you gag, but definitely enough to nearly have you smelling the blood of severed heads and promises. I love being able to feel as though I am there and feel this is paramount to any decent horror. Olson does this as though she has mastered the craft.
All I can say is I cannot wait until the second part of Creep arrives. I need to see where this horror fest leads. Definitely a MUST READ!
**I received this book for free and voluntarily provided my honest review.
Reviewed by Queens Of The Darkside Creep by Yolanda Olsen
First off I have to mention the incredible cover on this book. It's a real eye catcher and does the words inside it justice! What a wicked wicked mind this crazy lady has! This story is quite short but still packs an almighty punch. I got sucked into this incredible book from page one. There is no messing around, it's straight into the action from here! There are quite a lot of triggers in this book but then again if you have read any previous works by this author then you should already be aware of that! This book is dark, brilliant and very twisty. The words flow well and there are some pretty graphic scenes that were excellent and have your heart pounding! The storyline just throws twist after twist at you and is slightly confusing as you're reading through it but fear not… all will come right at the end! There is a HUGE cliff hanger at the end of this book and honestly book 2 can't come quick enough. I have so many questions that need answers!
The characters are somewhat disturbing well, I wouldn't like to be left in a room with them anyway ha! There is a mass of different characters that come from all walks of life and are equally as messed up as the last.
Yolanda don't ever change what and how you write. Your stories give me darkness that my mind craves.
Wading in a swamp. That's what I felt like. Slow going but at the same time, the story was a bit too fast. Just a flesh wound, ya feel?
Maybe it was meant to be this way? Like chutes and ladders. You think you're getting ahead only to be sliding back and farther than where you started. Treading these waters together with the main character Mina LaCorte.
The story itself is divided in three: a present scene, what came before, where we are now.
Chutes and ladders.
Secret players. Pawns who've lost their way. Pawns who get in the way. Who's really who here? The only constant among this disarray is our main girl Mina.
It was quite fascinating to watch the dynamics of the characters together. You're not sure how you are supposed to feel about it all. I don't think Mina is sure how she's feeling about it all. The more you discover, the more you wonder.
Curious.
____________ I was never meant to star in this film. ____________
There are almost no words to describe Creep by Yolanda Olson. This is a macabre version of a who done it, and you will be wondering who the masked man is the whole time you’re reading.
Mina grew up being terribly abused by people in great power, some of whom should have been keeping her safe.
As an adult she maintains control through her online show. But this is no ordinary show.
But there is someone always watching and she is beginning to feel out of control again. Like something very bad is about to happen.
There is only one person she kind of trusts, but now that trust is being put to the test.
In true Yolanda fashion, nothing is as it seems. Just when you think you’re figuring it out, she pulls the rug out from underneath you. And the best part, you have to wait until the next part to see how the story truly ends.
This story has extreme gore, graphic violence, and sexual situations so read at your own risk. Me personally, I think its worth the risk.
This author continues to leave my brain scrambled. This book is crazy and will leave you guessing the entire way through. I'm still unsure if the good guy is the bad guy or the good guy, meh he's warped anyway. This author is the only dark I read, I'm not even a fan of dark but it's a train wreck and I have to keep coming back for a look. Is she a monster, is she a product of her past. Will she gain her own forever freedom from this torment? Either way it's going to be bloody and gory. It's a well written plot, designed to leave you mentally exhausted. The characters are tormented, or evil or just tragic. I'm never sure to feel sorry for them or hope they all die.
Yolanda blows my mind again! The things she comes up with, to write about, remind me to never get on her bad side. I think this one is one of my favorites. Who doesn't love a female that doesn't take crap from anyone? Everyone has a sweet side and a you are dead side. Most live in the beginning to middle of that emotional range, but after a abusive upbringing, there are some that can only live on the higher end. Mina is that person. So messed up from her childhood, she has to find a way to let out all of the hate that fills her. AND BOY DOES SHE!!! BUT...something is not right, something she can't put her finger on.
Holy sh*t this book is a crazy mind f*ck! Yolanda Olson is the Queen of macabre! When I saw the cover I knew right away this was going to be the twisted read I needed and she did not disappoint! Retribution and the way we carry it out is a beautiful thing no matter how bloody it gets. Who do you trust? Definitely Not the Creep! This is part 1 but it is not a cliff hanger that makes you want to hang yourself, don't get me wrong, I cannot wait until the next part comes out but part 1 is amazing on its own! Bowing down to Yolanda Olson the true Queen of Darkness
Overal an okay dark read. The dark content was more focused on the aspect of what she does for money and then the reason why she is the way she is was kind of downplayed a bit until the end the when the twist comes into play.
I have recently discovered this author and she delivers ! keeping you on the edge of your seat all the way though this dark and twisted ride ,dont try and anticipate what is going to happen your wrong! this a very dark read found myself closing my eyes, reopening them to find i really did read that ! i am not going to reiterate the story and give you any spoilers if you like a dark read this is for you !