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Skin: A bite-size horror short story.
In this sharp little horror story, a rich industrialist who collects Nazi memorabilia spots an odd-looking antiques shop on his drive home. His insatiable desire for the most twisted artefacts of the camps sets him on collision course with powerful forces beyond this world. What he is offered by Zadok, the thin, pale man behind the counter, will change him for ever. A treat for fans of Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Clive Barker and Mylo Carbia. "Just read it, and my mind is in knots trying to work out what I have just read." Dave Wilkinson
18 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 14, 2020
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Andy Maslen
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Andy Maslen writes thrillers across a number of genres: police procedurals, vigilante, psychological, suspense and horror. He spent 30 years in business before turning to writing full time.
Readers praise Andy's novels for their relatable characters, realistic dialogue, sense of place and kinetic action sequences, and for his meticulous research into police procedure around the world.
He is the creator of best-selling series featuring Kat Ballantyne, Gabriel Wolfe, Stella Cole and Inspector Ford, plus standalone novels and short stories.
Andy was born in Nottingham, England. After leaving university with a degree in psychology, he worked in business for thirty years as a copywriter. In his spare time, he plays the guitar. He lives in Wiltshire.
Andy Maslen writes thrillers across a number of genres: police procedurals, vigilante, psychological, suspense and horror. He spent 30 years in business before turning to writing full time.
Readers praise Andy's novels for their relatable characters, realistic dialogue, sense of place and kinetic action sequences, and for his meticulous research into police procedure around the world.
He is the creator of best-selling series featuring Kat Ballantyne, Gabriel Wolfe, Stella Cole and Inspector Ford, plus standalone novels and short stories.
Andy was born in Nottingham, England. After leaving university with a degree in psychology, he worked in business for thirty years as a copywriter. In his spare time, he plays the guitar. He lives in Wiltshire.
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November 5, 2023
Short stories are great for readers to find new authors. Crucially, for some writers they are also a chance to exercise their mind in another genre. Crime pays well so let’s dabble in horror. You’ll be glad Andy Maslen did.
Loved the title and how the story is set up.
I’m with the next generation though which highlights, without pages of words, the true nature of his father.
Horror isn’t really my bag. But a short story is usually an ok indulgence for me. This is the full measure of this style of writing, no gentle introductions. This is a powerful story that will stay with you for some time.
Not that you feel any empathy or passing sympathy for the victim. The opposite in fact. It will remain in your thinking as it reminds you of the terrible events in death camps during WWII and the atrocities perpetrated by the SS.
Clearly Max is a Nazi in spirit and thinking; he craves anything associated with the period; the darker the better. He collects artefacts and the more inhumane the most prized.
The writing is on point from the beginning. Actions and dialogue explaining more than paragraphs of text or history.
I like the juxtaposition of the sub plot that will ultimately lead to Max’s undoing. There is a sense of menace but could be just a scam, seeking to make money. The malevolence becomes clearer but the motive is withheld.
Graphic horror; perhaps not the slaughter of innocence but it still leaves you like a rabbit caught in a car’s headlights.
With this book in mind you don’t want to be a rabbit.
Loved the title and how the story is set up.
I’m with the next generation though which highlights, without pages of words, the true nature of his father.
Horror isn’t really my bag. But a short story is usually an ok indulgence for me. This is the full measure of this style of writing, no gentle introductions. This is a powerful story that will stay with you for some time.
Not that you feel any empathy or passing sympathy for the victim. The opposite in fact. It will remain in your thinking as it reminds you of the terrible events in death camps during WWII and the atrocities perpetrated by the SS.
Clearly Max is a Nazi in spirit and thinking; he craves anything associated with the period; the darker the better. He collects artefacts and the more inhumane the most prized.
The writing is on point from the beginning. Actions and dialogue explaining more than paragraphs of text or history.
I like the juxtaposition of the sub plot that will ultimately lead to Max’s undoing. There is a sense of menace but could be just a scam, seeking to make money. The malevolence becomes clearer but the motive is withheld.
Graphic horror; perhaps not the slaughter of innocence but it still leaves you like a rabbit caught in a car’s headlights.
With this book in mind you don’t want to be a rabbit.
February 21, 2020
WOW
Dang!! Liked the story!! And yes,it was just a tad bit "spooky",but nothing that can't be handled. Meaning,....not covering your face and peeking thru your fingers kinda spooky! But odd,just the same.
At the end,you'll find you want more,only there is no more.... Perhaps a follow up? That'd be sweet!! (Andy are ya listening??😁😁)
Quick read,liked it --think you will too!! --P/
Dang!! Liked the story!! And yes,it was just a tad bit "spooky",but nothing that can't be handled. Meaning,....not covering your face and peeking thru your fingers kinda spooky! But odd,just the same.
At the end,you'll find you want more,only there is no more.... Perhaps a follow up? That'd be sweet!! (Andy are ya listening??😁😁)
Quick read,liked it --think you will too!! --P/
March 5, 2020
An interest change of genre for Andy, but still the superb attention to detail and edge of seat writing - not sure we should encourage this diversion of Andy’s attention from getting us the latest updates on Gabriel and Stella’s adventures
February 26, 2020
A short horror story about a collector of WWII artifacts. Very good read.
April 11, 2020
Andy Maslen short story about a collector of Nazi Artifacts buying a lamp from a strange antique shop with a suprise ending
Very Short RECOMMENDED
Very Short RECOMMENDED
February 9, 2020
This was an interesting but gruesome short story by Andy Maslen. A storyline for those of a strong disposition.
Recommended
Recommended
February 28, 2020
A scary short story about a man who idolizes Nazi memorabilia! He buys a lamp made of skin! It was short but shocking! If you love horror this is the book for you!
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