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SHADOW KILLER: A Silo Story
The silo is full of secrets. Deadly secrets.
Growing up in this world is hard enough for a regular kid, but so much more so when you're an orphan with no friends.
This is Bryson's reality before he is chosen by the head of IT to receive a rare opportunity to Shadow for the mysterious position of "IT courier." Wary of what may be expected of him but facing an uncertain future, he accepts the job for a chance to change his situation for the better.
As he grows into a young man, Bryson discovers dark truths about the origin and maintenance of the silo. Blasphemous things that no one knows, suspects, or would dare say out loud for fear of being sent out to clean. Or worse.
This knowledge comes at a price. When the time comes, will Bryson be willing to pay?
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This 23k word Silo Saga novella is set in the world of Hugh Howey's WOOL and has been published with his permission. While it is not absolutely necessary to have read his Silo trilogy first, it is recommended.
Growing up in this world is hard enough for a regular kid, but so much more so when you're an orphan with no friends.
This is Bryson's reality before he is chosen by the head of IT to receive a rare opportunity to Shadow for the mysterious position of "IT courier." Wary of what may be expected of him but facing an uncertain future, he accepts the job for a chance to change his situation for the better.
As he grows into a young man, Bryson discovers dark truths about the origin and maintenance of the silo. Blasphemous things that no one knows, suspects, or would dare say out loud for fear of being sent out to clean. Or worse.
This knowledge comes at a price. When the time comes, will Bryson be willing to pay?
******
This 23k word Silo Saga novella is set in the world of Hugh Howey's WOOL and has been published with his permission. While it is not absolutely necessary to have read his Silo trilogy first, it is recommended.
89 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 7, 2018
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About the author
David R. Larson
7 books11 followersDave is an author, screenwriter, and podcaster from Seattle.
In recent times–that feel like lifetimes ago–he owned a skateboard shop, ran a punk rock record label, and was a poker dealer, among other things. He has worn many hats.
Dave’s work has won various awards. One of his projects in the UK was nominated for a BAFTA CYMRU award in 2013.
He wrote the award-winning short film BIG BOY, directed by Bryan Campbell, that premiered at the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival. It is available on Amazon (free to stream if you have Prime).
A gorgeous woman who could do much better and a cranky Chihuahua named Wentworth allow Dave to live with them. He considers himself lucky.
In recent times–that feel like lifetimes ago–he owned a skateboard shop, ran a punk rock record label, and was a poker dealer, among other things. He has worn many hats.
Dave’s work has won various awards. One of his projects in the UK was nominated for a BAFTA CYMRU award in 2013.
He wrote the award-winning short film BIG BOY, directed by Bryan Campbell, that premiered at the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival. It is available on Amazon (free to stream if you have Prime).
A gorgeous woman who could do much better and a cranky Chihuahua named Wentworth allow Dave to live with them. He considers himself lucky.
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January 5, 2019
Shadow Killer: A Silo Story by David R. Larson is a new post-apocalyptic novella that was equal parts interesting and entertaining. It was a very, very quick read, not only because it was under a hundred pages, but also because it had a great story and the writing had a good flow too.
I enjoyed this book even though I haven't read any of the original Silo stories. In fact, after having read and liked this book, I'm now planning to explore the original silo stories that the author mentions in the book blurb on the book's Goodreads - Hugh Howey's WOOL.
I started this book with no expectations whatsoever as the concept was foreign to me, but as I was done with the first 3-4 chapters, I knew that it was a good book with a solid foundation. Maybe purists (who love the original books) might not think the same, but I had one hell of a time reading some really good post-apocalyptic fiction (one of my favourite genres.)
I'd recommend this book to all the readers of apocalyptic as well as post-apocalyptic genres and also to those who've already read the Silo Saga and enjoyed it (and won't mind reading a short spin-off.)
You can also read this book on www.thereadingbud.com
I enjoyed this book even though I haven't read any of the original Silo stories. In fact, after having read and liked this book, I'm now planning to explore the original silo stories that the author mentions in the book blurb on the book's Goodreads - Hugh Howey's WOOL.
I started this book with no expectations whatsoever as the concept was foreign to me, but as I was done with the first 3-4 chapters, I knew that it was a good book with a solid foundation. Maybe purists (who love the original books) might not think the same, but I had one hell of a time reading some really good post-apocalyptic fiction (one of my favourite genres.)
I'd recommend this book to all the readers of apocalyptic as well as post-apocalyptic genres and also to those who've already read the Silo Saga and enjoyed it (and won't mind reading a short spin-off.)
You can also read this book on www.thereadingbud.com
January 13, 2019
I was late the WOOL game, but after delving into the series, reading David Larson's short story SHADOW KILLER fit perfectly into the world of silo life. Larson's character development is subtle and the interactions of the main characters are believable and realistic. The action sequences are compelling and vivid. The nods to modern-day pop culture are clever and elicit a few chuckles. It's hard to imagine the lives of the people living in Howey's world and all the secrets we don't know about, but Larson does a fantastic job of carving out his own silo story that meshes perfectly.
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