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Werwolf: Prequel to FUR
In the closing months of the Second World War Lieberman will investigate anything if there is a possibility of it aiding his country's successful victory over Europe, even the supernatural.
Deep within the heart of the Black Forest there lives a family with a dark secret, after generations of living reclusive it is about to be exposed by the worst kind of people.
Aging scientist Victor Krauss can not believe what they have found. For fear of retribution against him and his wife it is up to him to discover their secret biology, and find out whether it can be replicated, and how it works, whatever the costs.
Deep within the heart of the Black Forest there lives a family with a dark secret, after generations of living reclusive it is about to be exposed by the worst kind of people.
Aging scientist Victor Krauss can not believe what they have found. For fear of retribution against him and his wife it is up to him to discover their secret biology, and find out whether it can be replicated, and how it works, whatever the costs.
- GenresHorror
69 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 19, 2018
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About the author
Matthew Cash
118 books84 followersAuthor Biography
Matthew Cash, or Matty-Bob Cash as he is known to most, was born and raised in Suffolk; which is the setting for his debut novel Pinprick. He is compiler and editor of Death By Chocolate, a chocoholic horror Anthology and the 12Days: STOCKING FILLERS Anthology. In 2016 he launched his own publishing house Burdizzo Books and took shit-hot editor and author Em Dehaney on board to keep him in shape and together they brought into existence SPARKS: an electrical horror anthology, The Reverend Burdizzo’s Hymn Book, Under The Weather* Visions From the Void ** and The Burdizzo Mix Tape Vol. 1.
He has numerous solo releases on Kindle and several collections in paperback.
Originally with Burdizzo Books, the intention was to compile charity anthologies a few times a year but his creation has grown into something so much more powerful *insert mad laughter here*. He is currently working on numerous projects, his third novel FUR was launched in 2018.
*With Back Road Books
** With Jonathan Butcher
He has always written stories since he first learnt to write and most, although not all, tend to slip into the many layered murky depths of the Horror genre.
His influences ranged from when he first started reading to Present day are, to name but a small select few; Roald Dahl, James Herbert, Clive Barker, Stephen King, Stephen Laws, and more recently he enjoys Adam Nevill, F.R Tallis, Michael Bray, Gary Fry, William Meikle and Iain Rob Wright (who featured Matty-Bob in his famous A-Z of Horror title M is For Matty-Bob, plus Matthew wrote his own version of events which was included as a bonus).
He is a father of two, a husband of one and a zoo keeper of numerous fur babies.
You can find him here:
www.facebook.com/pinprickbymatthewcash
https://www.amazon.co.uk/-/e/B010MQTWKK
Www.burdizzobooks.com
Matthew Cash, or Matty-Bob Cash as he is known to most, was born and raised in Suffolk; which is the setting for his debut novel Pinprick. He is compiler and editor of Death By Chocolate, a chocoholic horror Anthology and the 12Days: STOCKING FILLERS Anthology. In 2016 he launched his own publishing house Burdizzo Books and took shit-hot editor and author Em Dehaney on board to keep him in shape and together they brought into existence SPARKS: an electrical horror anthology, The Reverend Burdizzo’s Hymn Book, Under The Weather* Visions From the Void ** and The Burdizzo Mix Tape Vol. 1.
He has numerous solo releases on Kindle and several collections in paperback.
Originally with Burdizzo Books, the intention was to compile charity anthologies a few times a year but his creation has grown into something so much more powerful *insert mad laughter here*. He is currently working on numerous projects, his third novel FUR was launched in 2018.
*With Back Road Books
** With Jonathan Butcher
He has always written stories since he first learnt to write and most, although not all, tend to slip into the many layered murky depths of the Horror genre.
His influences ranged from when he first started reading to Present day are, to name but a small select few; Roald Dahl, James Herbert, Clive Barker, Stephen King, Stephen Laws, and more recently he enjoys Adam Nevill, F.R Tallis, Michael Bray, Gary Fry, William Meikle and Iain Rob Wright (who featured Matty-Bob in his famous A-Z of Horror title M is For Matty-Bob, plus Matthew wrote his own version of events which was included as a bonus).
He is a father of two, a husband of one and a zoo keeper of numerous fur babies.
You can find him here:
www.facebook.com/pinprickbymatthewcash
https://www.amazon.co.uk/-/e/B010MQTWKK
Www.burdizzobooks.com
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January 31, 2021
Full disclosure, Matthew Cash sent me a free copy of this short story after I purchased his novel Fur. Werwolf is a prequel to that novel.
I have to say, I enjoyed the hell out of this little story! It was only 44 pages long, but communicated quite a lot of atmosphere and tone. It also did a great job setting up one of the characters who is slated to return in the full novel.
The writing and story was airtight and succinct in Werwolf. No fluff or unnecessary details, so it perfectly piqued my interest and left me eager for more.
I rated this Matthew Cash's Werwolf 5 out of 5 stars.
You might like this if you like: traditional werewolves, mad Doctors, hating Nazis, and lots of gore.
I have to say, I enjoyed the hell out of this little story! It was only 44 pages long, but communicated quite a lot of atmosphere and tone. It also did a great job setting up one of the characters who is slated to return in the full novel.
The writing and story was airtight and succinct in Werwolf. No fluff or unnecessary details, so it perfectly piqued my interest and left me eager for more.
I rated this Matthew Cash's Werwolf 5 out of 5 stars.
You might like this if you like: traditional werewolves, mad Doctors, hating Nazis, and lots of gore.
January 18, 2019
Having recently read and thoroughly enjoyed the brilliant Fur, I couldn't wait to read the prequel. I wasn't disappointed!
Although a short story, there is so much to get stuck in to, as the history of Victor Krauss's work and research unfolds. It is written in the same vein as Fur, rich in visuals and excellent storytelling. Nothing is lost from the tone of Fur, as Cash brutally pulls you straight into the world of human vs animal. Again, the depth of the characters, particularly Victor Krauss, is incredible.
This is a superb short story which I highly recommend you read after you've read Fur.
Although a short story, there is so much to get stuck in to, as the history of Victor Krauss's work and research unfolds. It is written in the same vein as Fur, rich in visuals and excellent storytelling. Nothing is lost from the tone of Fur, as Cash brutally pulls you straight into the world of human vs animal. Again, the depth of the characters, particularly Victor Krauss, is incredible.
This is a superb short story which I highly recommend you read after you've read Fur.
September 9, 2018
A gripping page turner
Werwolf is a very tight, well structured, and gripping read. The setting is quickly established. The characters motivations are in some cases presented clearly while others are subtle and not explained but reading between the lines and knowing a little of the era this is set in it doesn’t take much to make a decent guess.
One characters motivation kept me guessing till the last moment.
I’ll be start the novel FUR after this as I’m keen to see more of this world.
Werwolf is a very tight, well structured, and gripping read. The setting is quickly established. The characters motivations are in some cases presented clearly while others are subtle and not explained but reading between the lines and knowing a little of the era this is set in it doesn’t take much to make a decent guess.
One characters motivation kept me guessing till the last moment.
I’ll be start the novel FUR after this as I’m keen to see more of this world.
June 1, 2023
An intriguing little prequel story surrounding the Nazis and their desire for victory by any means necessary. This finds us trying to uncover the secrets of a family of werewolves. The sheer brutality and evil within this swift read left me on the edge of my seat and wanting more. I'll be diving straight into the next lycanthrope offering posthaste!
June 25, 2019
I could barely put down the excellent novel 'Fur' so when I heard there was a short prequel being released, I couldn't wait to get my teeth into it. Great account of where it all started, I recommend getting 'Fur' and reading it then this one.
January 15, 2021
I have not read Fur just yet but this was a good short werewolf story that definitely has me interested to read Fur.
March 24, 2021
Another win by Matthew Cash.
January 14, 2022
good quick lead to FUR
June 2, 2023
This book is the prequel to the first book, FUR. It starts in the closing months of the Second World War. There is a character Lieberman who is absolutely vile and evil beyond evil. He is sent on a mission by a higher command of the Nazi's. He has been sent to see if a supernatural family that hide a secret in a forest to see if they will be able to help assist in the victory over Europe.
Remember, Lieberman is evil, and when he finds the family, havoc erupts horrific scenes ensue with bodies of soldiers being extinguished by the family. It's only a short story, so I don't want to give too much away.
This is my first read by the author and I ripped, through the pages literally devouring it in a few hours, I ended up feeling sorry about some of the characters but not one though horrible horrible man Lieberman evil!!! It's a cracking read!!!
I loved this book so much that my next book is FUR and then FERAL, which is coming out soon, HOWLING with anticipation, get it!!! Roll on!!!!
Remember, Lieberman is evil, and when he finds the family, havoc erupts horrific scenes ensue with bodies of soldiers being extinguished by the family. It's only a short story, so I don't want to give too much away.
This is my first read by the author and I ripped, through the pages literally devouring it in a few hours, I ended up feeling sorry about some of the characters but not one though horrible horrible man Lieberman evil!!! It's a cracking read!!!
I loved this book so much that my next book is FUR and then FERAL, which is coming out soon, HOWLING with anticipation, get it!!! Roll on!!!!
October 29, 2024
At the end of the Second World War, the nazis - the world's most hated villains - are desperately looking for anything that will allow them to regain the edge in the battlefield.
When they discover a family of Lycan purebloods hidden deep in the Black Forest, they capture and imprison them, believing they've found the way to create the perfect, indestructible soldier.
Victor Krauss, an old scientist, forced to align with the Nazi regime for survival, becomes responsible for studying these extraordinary creatures.
'Werwolf' is the prequel to the author's novel 'Fur', but it stands strong on its own. This gripping and heartbreaking horror short story will redefine your notion of what a monster really is. True evil lies within most of the humans in this story rather than the werewolves - those beautiful, majestic creatures.
When they discover a family of Lycan purebloods hidden deep in the Black Forest, they capture and imprison them, believing they've found the way to create the perfect, indestructible soldier.
Victor Krauss, an old scientist, forced to align with the Nazi regime for survival, becomes responsible for studying these extraordinary creatures.
'Werwolf' is the prequel to the author's novel 'Fur', but it stands strong on its own. This gripping and heartbreaking horror short story will redefine your notion of what a monster really is. True evil lies within most of the humans in this story rather than the werewolves - those beautiful, majestic creatures.
June 1, 2023
I was lucky enough to be sent 3 books for review by Matty-Bob Cash they are werwolf, feral and fur. I've finished werwolf and absolutely loved it!! It was a short read but packed with all of the story you could want, the characters were amazing and the empathy I had for them was unbelievable and it was a prequel to fur so now Im off to read to read fur. Cannot stress how much I'm already enjoying this series and I would 100% recommend!!
November 18, 2022
I haven’t yet read the other book in this series yet, but decided to start with this short prequel.
It takes place during WW2 and is an interesting concept with the Nazi’s searching for far-out-there ways to beat back the Allied forces.
I was a bit disappointed by the ending, but am looking forward to “Fur”.
It takes place during WW2 and is an interesting concept with the Nazi’s searching for far-out-there ways to beat back the Allied forces.
I was a bit disappointed by the ending, but am looking forward to “Fur”.
May 30, 2023
The prequel that I wanted. Having read Fur I was really intrigued to find out more about Victor and his back story. This gave me all the back story I wanted and I'm looking forward to the next book Feral and the continuous of the lives and consequences from Fur.
October 16, 2024
great introduction
Great prequel, I haven’t read fur but this has piqued my interest. It’s quite difficult to put your mark on a werewolf story but Matthew seems to have some great ideas
Great prequel, I haven’t read fur but this has piqued my interest. It’s quite difficult to put your mark on a werewolf story but Matthew seems to have some great ideas
July 2, 2023
Great spin on an old classic, clever twist and a great introduction to the series 👍
July 22, 2023
good!
Very interesting!! I have never read a story like this!! I can’t wait to read the next book! This book was exciting and sad!
Very interesting!! I have never read a story like this!! I can’t wait to read the next book! This book was exciting and sad!
August 27, 2023
Oooh great prequel! Very gripping and well written. Already started the next!
September 11, 2023
Very good short read with events before FUR. Well written and engrossing. There's also a wee snippet of FUR at the end as well so you can carry on Victor Krauss's tale (tail?)
October 19, 2024
Werewolves if a different stripe
I definitely need to read the rest of the series. Perfect reading for these long dark nights. I recommend it.
I definitely need to read the rest of the series. Perfect reading for these long dark nights. I recommend it.
April 28, 2024
A fabulous introduction to the series.
It might be short but it is tightly woven. Characters that you immediate gate; those you should fear but instead feel nothing but pity.
And includes a preview of Fur - which I have started immediately!
It might be short but it is tightly woven. Characters that you immediate gate; those you should fear but instead feel nothing but pity.
And includes a preview of Fur - which I have started immediately!
June 20, 2023
What Werewolf lacks in length it makes up for in depth. Set against the back drop of Nazi experimentation Cash tells a tight, succinct and rich story. In short amount of time you get to know his characters and their world. Thoroughly enjoyed this.
June 14, 2023
My second read of this book in the anticipation of the upcoming release of Feral, and this time I've decided to read it before Fur. I know it's a novella, but I don't remember it being this short and I feel there's something missing. Now, it could be that the information I'm missing is covered in Fur and there was no need to go over it again, in which case maybe this particular prequel reads better if you read the main book first.
Last time I read Fur before Werwolf and I remember thoroughly enjoying both so I'll let the 4 star rating stand.
Edited to add that Werwolf finishes where Victor's flashback picks up in Fur so I definitely think this is a prequel that benefits from a bit of series knowledge but still well worth a read.
Last time I read Fur before Werwolf and I remember thoroughly enjoying both so I'll let the 4 star rating stand.
Edited to add that Werwolf finishes where Victor's flashback picks up in Fur so I definitely think this is a prequel that benefits from a bit of series knowledge but still well worth a read.
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