Vivified

by Chad Schimke

Vivified by Chad Schimke - When a young father doesn’t have access to his car, he decides to take a train ride. No biggie, he’s a successful business man used to making hard decisions. But a deadly incident will force him to reexamine what’s truly important. Living his best life, and then … dead. Find out what happens next in this weird paranormal short story. Read ‘Vivified’ today!

44 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 29, 2018

About the author

I write weird fiction, dark fantasy, horror and SciFi.

Read them all: The Costumer, The Merchandiser, Vivified, Behind the Walls, Hallowmas & Midwinter.

https://linktr.ee/authorchadschimke

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Reviews

[Catherine Pratt · Rating 5 out of 5]

This short story is like reading two separate stories with the same outcome but... One outcome leads to death and the other outcome does not lead to death but is alive. The alive outcome made me think of the movie called A Wonderful Life. What is weird about this story was the ending. I could not understand it but I am going to give it a shot... The second story is about Brown bunnies. Two bunnies died and the mother bunny is alive with one child...ok now the man that is alive had one bunny in a Easter basket but at the end there was two. So I am thinking the the second bunny is reunited with his mother. Ok so maybe I am wrong but I have it a shot. Now there is a moral to this story. Don't wait to do things because you will suffer the consequences.

I got a free copy of the book and is voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sabrina Jacklin · Rating 2 out of 5]

*Provided an ARC for an honest review.*

I honestly didn’t make it past the first chapter. The book itself just wasn’t for me. That doesn’t mean that someone else won’t absolutely love it, just that it didn’t resonate with me.

It has a kind of classic noir style in some of the descriptions and narration, while the inner thoughts and world perception of the main character was something that was a bit more arrogant to the point of entitlement. It turned me off from the character and the overall story.

As with almost any book, I do encourage others to read it and decide for themselves, as they may find enjoyment where I did not.

[Ami · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an interesting short story with an excellent way of pointing out how actions, and their consequences, are often ignored. Sometimes, only after it is to late, it appears to be such an obvious consideration. Suspense flows throughout and the conclusion is surprising. I enjoyed it very much and highly recommend it.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this ebook from the author and this is my honest and freely given opinion.

[Jason · Rating 4 out of 5]

An intriguing short story, that takes an interesting look at the old question of, which is more important career or family. This gripping read puts into startling focus the issues faced when you put career before family, without beating you over the head.

[Sam · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a good short story, quite thought provoking! Would recommend!

[MGB · Rating 4 out of 5]

This short story reminds you of what is important in life. His life was becoming a train wreck, when a real one changed it for the better.

[Myra Gabor · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful little story. It's about what is and what could be if only the main character has the sense to realize what is important in life.

[Donald · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting characters, action as well as a fun read but some lagging at points. All in all a good read. Hope to find more by this author..!

[Bill · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short feel good story of a divorced businessman who had little time for his wife (now ex-wife) and daughter. He learns about what is really important

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

eerie reading - not the kind of book I enjoy

[Gerald Sessions · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short story about a man and his choices, about almost dying and second chances. This was also a strange tale of brown bunnies.

[Teri Ruscak · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vivified
Chad Schimke
An interesting, thought provoking short story.
Received this ARC and am leaving an honest review.