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Pecking Order
A handsome young tycoon’s life is dictated by his fear of birds.
His phobia is so severe that he’s afraid to even step outside. Imagine his horror when birds begin invading his beautiful new office tower.
How are they getting in?
And why?
PLUS A BONUS TALE OF TERROR
Accidents Do Happen
Conrad is the smartest one in the class, but definitely not the nicest.
His phobia is so severe that he’s afraid to even step outside. Imagine his horror when birds begin invading his beautiful new office tower.
How are they getting in?
And why?
PLUS A BONUS TALE OF TERROR
Accidents Do Happen
Conrad is the smartest one in the class, but definitely not the nicest.
- GenresHorror
65 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 28, 2012
19 people are currently reading
40 people want to read
About the author
Judy Moore
15 books712 followersJudy Moore is the author of the popular thriller, "The Mother-in-Law," described by Kirkus Reviews as “A sharply written, suspenseful, domestic thriller.” She is also the author of three traditional mystery novels: "Somebody in the Neighborhood," "Murder in Vail," and "Murder at the Country Club."
Her latest book is "A Tennis Pro To Die For," the third standalone mystery in the Cozy Mysteries To Die For series set in the Beach Reads bookstore and cafe in the fictional town of Manatee Beach, Florida. The first book in the series, "A Book Signing To Die For," and the second book, "A Beach Wedding To Die For," have been exceptionally well received, both earning ratings of 4.7 out of 5.0 stars on Amazon.com.
She has also written numerous novellas, including the Christmas anthology "Christmas Interrupted," which contains three novellas: "Airport Christmas," "The Holiday House Sitter," and "The Hitchhiker on Christmas Eve." Her two thriller novellas "Pecking Order" and "Accidents Do Happen" are offered perma-free on Amazon.com. "Football Blues" is also available on Amazon.
Ms. Moore has a master's degree in journalism from the University of Florida and worked as a newspaper reporter, magazine feature writer, and publications editor for several years. A former tennis pro, Ms. Moore's writing background also includes sports writing, and athletes from various sports are sprinkled throughout some of her novels. A lifelong resident of Florida, she currently resides in Vero Beach.
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Her latest book is "A Tennis Pro To Die For," the third standalone mystery in the Cozy Mysteries To Die For series set in the Beach Reads bookstore and cafe in the fictional town of Manatee Beach, Florida. The first book in the series, "A Book Signing To Die For," and the second book, "A Beach Wedding To Die For," have been exceptionally well received, both earning ratings of 4.7 out of 5.0 stars on Amazon.com.
She has also written numerous novellas, including the Christmas anthology "Christmas Interrupted," which contains three novellas: "Airport Christmas," "The Holiday House Sitter," and "The Hitchhiker on Christmas Eve." Her two thriller novellas "Pecking Order" and "Accidents Do Happen" are offered perma-free on Amazon.com. "Football Blues" is also available on Amazon.
Ms. Moore has a master's degree in journalism from the University of Florida and worked as a newspaper reporter, magazine feature writer, and publications editor for several years. A former tennis pro, Ms. Moore's writing background also includes sports writing, and athletes from various sports are sprinkled throughout some of her novels. A lifelong resident of Florida, she currently resides in Vero Beach.
Visit Judy Moore’s Amazon site at http://www.amazon.com/Judy-Moore/e/B0...
To sign up for her newsletter of new releases and book discounts, visit her webpage at https://judymooreauthor.com
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Displaying 1 - 13 of 13 reviews
November 1, 2020
There are two stories in this book and I enjoyed them both!
Pecking order - It started out almost as a comical. James has a phobia of birds and when they get loose in his building he faints and gets sent home. The security guard Trenton was funny with his attempts to get rid of the birds, I was disappointed his part was so small. The story takes on a darker turn and in the end justice is served.
Accident waiting to happen - I hated Conrad right from the beginning! He was such a jerk. The story is about Conrad and the accidents he causes mostly just for entertainment but sometimes to get back at people.
I thought both stories were very well written and entertaining. I read the whole thing in one sitting!
Pecking order - It started out almost as a comical. James has a phobia of birds and when they get loose in his building he faints and gets sent home. The security guard Trenton was funny with his attempts to get rid of the birds, I was disappointed his part was so small. The story takes on a darker turn and in the end justice is served.
Accident waiting to happen - I hated Conrad right from the beginning! He was such a jerk. The story is about Conrad and the accidents he causes mostly just for entertainment but sometimes to get back at people.
I thought both stories were very well written and entertaining. I read the whole thing in one sitting!
May 22, 2017
Fowl Play
James, a handsome, young CEO has a weakness, a phobia
that infects his waking dreams. When the avian infestation cannot
be cleared despite the best efforts of James’ sister and devoted staff,
it appears that mischief is afoot. But is this cruel fate or fowl play?
Moore has crafted a quick and quirky read that cuts like a sharp beak.
James, a handsome, young CEO has a weakness, a phobia
that infects his waking dreams. When the avian infestation cannot
be cleared despite the best efforts of James’ sister and devoted staff,
it appears that mischief is afoot. But is this cruel fate or fowl play?
Moore has crafted a quick and quirky read that cuts like a sharp beak.
April 19, 2020
A horror short story
Our hero is a man with a deadly fear of birds dating back to a traumatic experience in childhood. I don't want to say too much because it would be so easy to give away the ending. It was great. Included with this story is another shorter story of a despicable man. This author can give us a well written horror story and I want to read more of her work.
Our hero is a man with a deadly fear of birds dating back to a traumatic experience in childhood. I don't want to say too much because it would be so easy to give away the ending. It was great. Included with this story is another shorter story of a despicable man. This author can give us a well written horror story and I want to read more of her work.
October 8, 2020
Odd and unexpected
This is a pair of short psychological thrillers that were rather strange. The author is a good writer, but I think the first story could have used a little more depth to the characters. I liked the second story better and would like to see if there will be sequels.
This is a pair of short psychological thrillers that were rather strange. The author is a good writer, but I think the first story could have used a little more depth to the characters. I liked the second story better and would like to see if there will be sequels.
November 27, 2021
Sometimes we don't really know what we should be afraid of! Birds! Surely not! This book is a good quick read - a short story really.
April 28, 2022
Two tales of evil people. Short but good book
March 13, 2017
BIRDS OF PREY WAS A VERY FAST READ FOR ME. IT WAS INTENSE, SUSPENSEFUL AND SCARY AT TIMES. I CAN'T IMAGINE HAVING A PHOBIA OF BIRDS AND WHAT THAT WOULD BE LIKE. THE ENDING WAS A COMPLETE SURPRISE FOR ME.
BIRDS OF PREY IS A SHORT STORY. IT IS UNIQUE AND DIFFERENT. IT REMINDS YOU OF THE MOVIE THE BIRDS. JUDY MOORE'S WRITING IS UNIQUE AND LEAVES YOU WANTING MORE. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A SUSPENSEFUL AND SCARY READ, I DEFINITELY WOULD RECOMMEND BIRDS OF PREY.
BIRDS OF PREY IS A SHORT STORY. IT IS UNIQUE AND DIFFERENT. IT REMINDS YOU OF THE MOVIE THE BIRDS. JUDY MOORE'S WRITING IS UNIQUE AND LEAVES YOU WANTING MORE. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A SUSPENSEFUL AND SCARY READ, I DEFINITELY WOULD RECOMMEND BIRDS OF PREY.
November 15, 2016
This is a short mystery story about a man with a severe phobia. Fear of birds. Ornithophobia. James hasn’t been outside in the sun for three years and gets physically sick when he even sees a picture of a bird, let alone a real one. He’s the CEO of a major company and spent $60 million to build a private office building with an indoor atrium, his sanctuary.
Too bad birds mysteriously find their way inside the building. Who brought them in, and why? James just wants the birds gone. His situation is pretty sad and I felt sorry for him. Though I guessed the culprit early on, I understood and sympathized with the bad guy’s motivation.
If you like bird mysteries, this is a really interesting story to check out.
4 Stars
Disclaimer – I volunteered to read and review this book. Thank you, Judy Moore, for sending me an ebook copy. I am not paid or compensated in any way, shape or form for this review. I will not change or alter this review for any reason unless at my discretion.
Too bad birds mysteriously find their way inside the building. Who brought them in, and why? James just wants the birds gone. His situation is pretty sad and I felt sorry for him. Though I guessed the culprit early on, I understood and sympathized with the bad guy’s motivation.
If you like bird mysteries, this is a really interesting story to check out.
4 Stars
Disclaimer – I volunteered to read and review this book. Thank you, Judy Moore, for sending me an ebook copy. I am not paid or compensated in any way, shape or form for this review. I will not change or alter this review for any reason unless at my discretion.
December 9, 2016
This was a awesome story! Poor James, because of his fear of birds he hasn't stepped into the sunlight in three years. He travels to and from work from his basement garage at his estate outside of town to the garage basement of his company headquarters. When a bird shows up in the atrium he's built at work to bring the outside in and keep birds out, it almost does him in. I really enjoyed this story and if you liked Hitchcock's The Birds, you will too!
November 26, 2016
I like books that tell a different tale, and this short story certainly does that. James hates birds. It is all due to his sister's tormenting behaviour from their youth. He tries to live a normal life, but with seeing or hearing birds. Unfortunately someone has other ideas. A quirky story with a bitter twist. Well worth a read.
April 20, 2020
BIRDS OF PREY BY JUDY MOORE
If you enjoyed Hitchcock's The Birds, you will feel right at home with this fun bUT scary book. While birds are a menace in this novel, the most perplexing dilemma faced by our neurotic but sympathetic hero is trying to determine who to trust. It's a problem we all face at some time or other, but hopefully the stakes are not as high.
If you enjoyed Hitchcock's The Birds, you will feel right at home with this fun bUT scary book. While birds are a menace in this novel, the most perplexing dilemma faced by our neurotic but sympathetic hero is trying to determine who to trust. It's a problem we all face at some time or other, but hopefully the stakes are not as high.
January 21, 2017
This short book is a fascinating work and really is interesting. It's unique, and seems like one of those short stories that famous authors start their career from. It reminded me of a Hitchcock film, at parts, and of a great Stephen King story at others. I would definitely say that this author is gonna have some big works! Keep an eye out.
October 27, 2016
I found this short fiction engrossing because I happen to know someone with a bird phobia. Several characters had motive-potential, so I was anxious to see how the conflict resolved. Great, simple ending.
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