Obsessed

by Alex R. Carver

When Kirsty is attacked on her doorstep after returning from a party, she is left to wonder who is responsible, and why.

A short story of approximately 8,000 words.

Genres: Thriller, Crime

27 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 25, 2016

About the author

After working in the clerical, warehouse and retail industries over the years, without gaining much satisfaction, Alex quit to follow his dream and become a full-time writer.
His non-writing dream is to one day earn enough to travel, with a return to Egypt to visit the parts he missed before, and Macchu Picchu, top of his wishlist of destinations.
When not writing, he is either playing a game or being distracted by Molly the Yorkie, who is greedy for both attention and whatever food is to be found.

Reviews

[Carole P. Roman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick little thriller that is great for a fast read. Carver jumps right into the story when single girl Kristy walks home alone from an evening out with her friends. Attacked and left unconscious at her doorway, the police wonder if the assault was random or deliberate. There is a creepy neighbor that seems a perfect suspect, but all is not what it seems. In brisk fashion, Carver writes a credible short story that reads like a crime drama on television. Tension and suspense bring it to a suitable conclusion where all the pieces fall into place.

[Jessica Jesinghaus · Rating 5 out of 5]

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Obsessed is a well executed short story. Characters were introduced quickly and in such a way as to give the reader a good grasp of personas in very little page-time. If you're looking for a fast, chilling read this one is certainly worth your time.

[Groovy Lee · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a short story that does not leave you wondering in the end. First, it's about three roommates who are stalked by a vengeful psycho bent on killing all of them. And second, it's also a well-written thriller with a moral to it: Do not judge your neighbor until you first get to know them.

[JESSICA · Rating 3 out of 5]

A intense very short story. Well written graphic scenes.. This is what happens when you cheat and ex wants vengeance! The only negative I have; The ending, it just *BAM* ends.

[Dwayne Fry · Rating 3 out of 5]

There were some tense moments so the book does what it's aiming to do, but it could have been more. There was a serious lack of description all through the book, making me feel as if the characters were faceless dummies and the backgrounds a blank white screen. If the author could flesh out the characters and make them feel real, the tension would be much thicker.

[Ashley Murray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved

I absolutely loved it. Kept me at the edge of my seat. Super excited to see what's next in store.

[Sandra Burns · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great short read.

Short, fast, and a great story line. Good characters. Fast paced, action packed. Sounded like something that has happened in real life.

[Nathan Bush · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is the first work of Alex Carver's that I have read, but it certainly won't be the last. I found it enjoyable and well written where the murders are concerned, with just the right amount of tension, although the lack of emotion shown by the characters was a bit of a put off. All in all it was a good read, and I plan on reading Mr. Carver's other works.

[GoodGlory · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book was not a book. It was a 30 page high school essay. In 30 pages, there's no way possible to add the detail and depth that needs to be inside a story to make it worth reading. The only plus about this story is that it's free and I didn't pay for it. :(

[Kay Oliver · Rating 3 out of 5]

This short was pretty predictable, but it was still enjoyable. Revenge, infidelity and judging books by their cover make up this short thriller. The ending left nothing unanswered.

[Lisa-Jaine · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting novella / short story. Enjoyable and dark, well worth a read.

[EG · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Obsessed" is a short story telling of a young man who allows himself to be consumed by feelings of vengeance from the viewpoint of the victims. Though I personally found the storyline to be predictable at times, I enjoyed the author's detailed descriptions and liked this read. I look forward to reading more from this author and recommend "Obsessed" to anyone who enjoys short stories or mystery.

[Aislinn · Rating 4 out of 5]

A tense short story. Good, clear action scenes, though other than the main character Kirsty the characters were pretty unlikeable (to varying degrees).

An interesting teaser to the series!

[Ulla]

I expected it to be frightening, but it wasn't so much for me. Brutal crime, but the story is logical. Kirsty is the character I cared for most. She is quite nice. The other girls less.