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Bane County #3.5
Bane County: A Short Story
Bane County is an Ongoing Saga . . .Mystery, Suspense, an edge-of-your-seat Thriller with characters you’ll fall in love with. An old-school, heart-pounding, coming-of-age Horror series with 1,000s of 5-Star Reviews. A Bane County Short Story.This 8,000-word Novelette entitled “When Bane Flowers Bloom” takes place within the Bane County Universe. The timeline of the story is set during the third book of the series (First Moon), and it answers many questions and reveals new mysteries spanning all the way back to Book 1 (Forgotten Moon).Prepare yourself, for a twisting turning descent into absolute terror.
31 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 18, 2019
About the author
J.R. Rice
9 books194 followersJ R RICE is the Author of Bane County: a Horror / Suspense / Thriller Series.
Bane County is an Epic Saga consisting of:
Five full-length novels, and A Short Story:
Bane County: Forgotten Moon (Book 1)
Bane County: Returning Moon (Book 2)
Bane County: First Moon (Book 3)
Bane County: A Short Story (Book 3.5)
Bane County: Hungry Moon (Book 4)
Bane County: Last Moon (Book 5)
DARK TIMBER: A Jackson Campbell Thriller (Book 1).
DARK FLYERS: A Jackson Campbell Thriller (Book 2).
The Return to Bane County will be released March 17, 2027.
An Active Member of the Horror Writers Association, J R RICE lives on a large island, near the edge of a dark forest, with his beautiful wife, unruly children, dogs that he loves and cats that he tolerates, and one very nasty monster who lives under his bed and never shuts up.
He enjoys interacting with readers, so please feel free to join him at:
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Bane County is an Epic Saga consisting of:
Five full-length novels, and A Short Story:
Bane County: Forgotten Moon (Book 1)
Bane County: Returning Moon (Book 2)
Bane County: First Moon (Book 3)
Bane County: A Short Story (Book 3.5)
Bane County: Hungry Moon (Book 4)
Bane County: Last Moon (Book 5)
DARK TIMBER: A Jackson Campbell Thriller (Book 1).
DARK FLYERS: A Jackson Campbell Thriller (Book 2).
The Return to Bane County will be released March 17, 2027.
An Active Member of the Horror Writers Association, J R RICE lives on a large island, near the edge of a dark forest, with his beautiful wife, unruly children, dogs that he loves and cats that he tolerates, and one very nasty monster who lives under his bed and never shuts up.
He enjoys interacting with readers, so please feel free to join him at:
Facebook.com/JRRiceAuthor
Twitter.com/JRRiceAuthor
Goodreads.com/JRRICE
Instagram.com/JRRiceAuthor
https://www.youtube.com/c/JRRiceAuthor
https://www.tiktok.com/@jrriceauthor
https://www.reddit.com/user/JRRICEauthor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrriceauthor
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March 29, 2022
Bane county short story
Please read this short story after book three a great story to go with a great book series you won't be disappointed.
Please read this short story after book three a great story to go with a great book series you won't be disappointed.
November 30, 2019
Another Banger!
I'm so happy I had a little something to hold me over waiting for the fourth book. It's really interesting to see how the events in the books have affected other people living in Bane County than just our main Characters. Anywho, I miss you Bryce and Jackson. See you soon!
I'm so happy I had a little something to hold me over waiting for the fourth book. It's really interesting to see how the events in the books have affected other people living in Bane County than just our main Characters. Anywho, I miss you Bryce and Jackson. See you soon!
April 4, 2020
Nice to get answers as to what happened and why the car was left there, but I still have questions!!!! Lol.
December 9, 2019
Really got my curiosity revved up!
I have already read the first 3 Bane County book's, so was intrigued by this short story, and, now, very anxious to dive into book #4. These books were written in a smooth flowing style that keep the readers turning pages, not needing a rest or distraction. I haven't found a better storyteller than J R Rice.
I have already read the first 3 Bane County book's, so was intrigued by this short story, and, now, very anxious to dive into book #4. These books were written in a smooth flowing style that keep the readers turning pages, not needing a rest or distraction. I haven't found a better storyteller than J R Rice.
October 28, 2025
Bane County !
I love your books . I can't wait to read the next one. They are the best . Please dont stop writing this series .
I love your books . I can't wait to read the next one. They are the best . Please dont stop writing this series .
August 10, 2021
Not to be missed!!
Unreal...the author resurrects the pure, unrelenting terror and imagery of the first book book in a short story that will almost certainly be pivotal before the series concludes. I read it after book four so I was tempted to skip it. Thank God I did not!
Unreal...the author resurrects the pure, unrelenting terror and imagery of the first book book in a short story that will almost certainly be pivotal before the series concludes. I read it after book four so I was tempted to skip it. Thank God I did not!
November 13, 2021
Enjoyed the Book.
I don’t know what happened to Deanna?. I think she was kidnapped by Satanic cult. I think they’re going to kill her. Wow. So sad.
I don’t know what happened to Deanna?. I think she was kidnapped by Satanic cult. I think they’re going to kill her. Wow. So sad.
January 11, 2022
Amazing
I really liked this short story. To be honest the beginning was a little boring but the ending more than made up for it. It really ties in with the series.
I really liked this short story. To be honest the beginning was a little boring but the ending more than made up for it. It really ties in with the series.
May 31, 2025
Nail biter
This was a very good short story. I enjoyed it immensely. Hope the next book is as good as the other ones and i look forward to reading the rest
This was a very good short story. I enjoyed it immensely. Hope the next book is as good as the other ones and i look forward to reading the rest
July 28, 2025
JR Rice has turned into a phenomenal surprise for sure. I’m so thankful he decided to write a spinoff hahaha. The more books he puts out the better. Highly recommend this series!
May 27, 2023
CLIFF HANGER
This is the best series I'VE EVER READ. HOLLYWOOD WILL BE MISSING MAJOR BUCKS IF BANE COUNTY IS NOT MADE INTO A MOVIE OR TV SERIES. I LOVED TWILIGHT IT CANT HOLD A CANDLE TO BAIN COUNTY ,THIS IS A GROWN UP VERSION OF MONSTERS, BLOOD SUCKERS, WEREWOLF, DEMONS AND GHOST.... OUT OF CURIOSITY HERO'S ARRIVE, HOME GROWN ,EX MILITARY, SHERIFFS, DEPUTIES, CDC,SCIENTISTS AND NATIVE AMERICANS PLUS UNCLE SAM'S SPOOKS, ALL COMMITTED TO STOPPING THE CAIN VIRUS, SAVING LIFES ,PROTECTING THEIR HOMES . JR RICE I WANT MORE . THANK YOU FOR THE EXCITING JOURNEY. BY
This is the best series I'VE EVER READ. HOLLYWOOD WILL BE MISSING MAJOR BUCKS IF BANE COUNTY IS NOT MADE INTO A MOVIE OR TV SERIES. I LOVED TWILIGHT IT CANT HOLD A CANDLE TO BAIN COUNTY ,THIS IS A GROWN UP VERSION OF MONSTERS, BLOOD SUCKERS, WEREWOLF, DEMONS AND GHOST.... OUT OF CURIOSITY HERO'S ARRIVE, HOME GROWN ,EX MILITARY, SHERIFFS, DEPUTIES, CDC,SCIENTISTS AND NATIVE AMERICANS PLUS UNCLE SAM'S SPOOKS, ALL COMMITTED TO STOPPING THE CAIN VIRUS, SAVING LIFES ,PROTECTING THEIR HOMES . JR RICE I WANT MORE . THANK YOU FOR THE EXCITING JOURNEY. BY
October 24, 2019
Another page turner by JR Rice!
I love the Bane County series so much that every Tuesday I have been looking for book 4. I thought this would satiate my appetite but apparently not. Thank you Mr Rice for making me a fan. Hope all is well in your world.I will be reading the books from the beginning again as I wait very impatiently!
I love the Bane County series so much that every Tuesday I have been looking for book 4. I thought this would satiate my appetite but apparently not. Thank you Mr Rice for making me a fan. Hope all is well in your world.I will be reading the books from the beginning again as I wait very impatiently!
October 20, 2019
I really liked it.
It's super nice that Mr. Rice took the time to give his readers an appetizer for his next book.
I have wondered what the flowers were about and now I know.
Wonderful!
It's super nice that Mr. Rice took the time to give his readers an appetizer for his next book.
I have wondered what the flowers were about and now I know.
Wonderful!
October 22, 2019
I enjoyed this, although the werewolf is in it for a bit, obviously the author is heading elsewhere with something else. Not sure if this means the next book in the series will have something more devilish?
December 8, 2019
Great short story.
Really enjoyed this,I love all of the Bane County books.Werewolves are my favorite,J.R.Rice is extremely talented,he knows how to keep the story interesting and scary.
Really enjoyed this,I love all of the Bane County books.Werewolves are my favorite,J.R.Rice is extremely talented,he knows how to keep the story interesting and scary.
March 17, 2020
Great Reading!
I don't usually read this type of genre, but these were so spell binding! Finish all four books and the short, in a couple days! Can't wait to read what's in store for Jackson and Bryce and to find out what happens to Cain! Recommend these books to friend!
I don't usually read this type of genre, but these were so spell binding! Finish all four books and the short, in a couple days! Can't wait to read what's in store for Jackson and Bryce and to find out what happens to Cain! Recommend these books to friend!
March 26, 2025
Bane flowers
I'd forgotten about them. It's been a few years since I last read the series. Good short story. Reminded me of the anxiousness I felt for the others in the books as I read them.
I'd forgotten about them. It's been a few years since I last read the series. Good short story. Reminded me of the anxiousness I felt for the others in the books as I read them.
October 20, 2019
Excited for Band County Four!!!
I have always enjoyed JR Rove's writing. This short story did not disappoint. I hope he continues to provide short stories between his books.
I have always enjoyed JR Rove's writing. This short story did not disappoint. I hope he continues to provide short stories between his books.
October 21, 2019
Scary
I loved! I want more! Can’t wait to read book four. This was a great nibble of a short story. It scared the shi.. out of me.
I loved! I want more! Can’t wait to read book four. This was a great nibble of a short story. It scared the shi.. out of me.
October 21, 2019
The twists keep coming.
Love the series. Biting at the bit for the next one. This short story only made it harder to wait for the next book. Your a cruel man Mr. Rice.
Love the series. Biting at the bit for the next one. This short story only made it harder to wait for the next book. Your a cruel man Mr. Rice.
October 26, 2019
Give me more!
You come across a series that keeps you wanting more and more. This is that series. This short story only fuels this fires. Give me more.
You come across a series that keeps you wanting more and more. This is that series. This short story only fuels this fires. Give me more.
October 27, 2019
Good short story
Creepy and fast-paced story. It does bring up several questions. Hopefully, some will be answered soon. I look forward to the next book in this series.
Creepy and fast-paced story. It does bring up several questions. Hopefully, some will be answered soon. I look forward to the next book in this series.
October 30, 2019
Great side trip into Bane County
This was a great short story that delves into a storyline from Book 1. It was interesting to learn more about this story and I’m excited for Book 4 to be released. It was a page turner and I finished it in one sitting.
This was a great short story that delves into a storyline from Book 1. It was interesting to learn more about this story and I’m excited for Book 4 to be released. It was a page turner and I finished it in one sitting.
February 23, 2020
Decent short story
I liked it added to the story of bane county can't wait till book four comes out this is going to be epic
I liked it added to the story of bane county can't wait till book four comes out this is going to be epic
March 11, 2020
That was a surprise
Well that was a great surprise, we find out that she was not killed by one of the silver valley secrets. Maybe we will find out the rest of the story soon..
Well that was a great surprise, we find out that she was not killed by one of the silver valley secrets. Maybe we will find out the rest of the story soon..
October 10, 2021
A realistic devilish story😈😈
Starts out a very sad emotional story and rapidly depends into a scary story and then it turns into a really wolf and satanic ending lovely 😇😇
Starts out a very sad emotional story and rapidly depends into a scary story and then it turns into a really wolf and satanic ending lovely 😇😇
May 5, 2023
A little extra!
Nice tie in with the rest. You get to find out some details you didn't get before. Nicely done! I have read the 5 and this just adds more to a great story!
Nice tie in with the rest. You get to find out some details you didn't get before. Nicely done! I have read the 5 and this just adds more to a great story!
February 16, 2026
Explained a question that occurs much later. Didn't read it until after all the Bane County Books and Jackson Campbell Books, wish I had read it in the proper order.
December 15, 2019
J R Rice! You keep doing what you do! Loved it. Waiting impatiently for the next installment. Awesome short story!
December 30, 2020
Definitely not what was expected
Honestly, I didn't see this coming. Now, I have so many questions. I'm going to start reading Bane County 4 immediately. I love this series.
Honestly, I didn't see this coming. Now, I have so many questions. I'm going to start reading Bane County 4 immediately. I love this series.
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