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Club Medusa
After a tragic end to their military careers, Gerry and Paul have rebuilt their lives as civilians. Two years later, it now seems the spectres of their past are finally beginning to fade.
However, when Gerry has a crisis, a simple plan is agreed: meet up in Edinburgh’s Old Town, visit some old haunts, drink beer, talk things through - then go home. What could possibly go wrong?
More than anyone could imagine…
Drawn into a senseless brawl outside a night club, both men soon find themselves running for their lives through twisting closes in the oldest and most unpredictable part of town.
A chance meeting in a side street leads to an offer of refuge as guests in a private club under an old tenement building - but this party isn’t what it seems. They don’t let just anyone in, nothing is really ‘on the house’, and before long these two ex-soldiers realise all the horrors of war are nothing compared to what lies ahead for them in Club Medusa…
However, when Gerry has a crisis, a simple plan is agreed: meet up in Edinburgh’s Old Town, visit some old haunts, drink beer, talk things through - then go home. What could possibly go wrong?
More than anyone could imagine…
Drawn into a senseless brawl outside a night club, both men soon find themselves running for their lives through twisting closes in the oldest and most unpredictable part of town.
A chance meeting in a side street leads to an offer of refuge as guests in a private club under an old tenement building - but this party isn’t what it seems. They don’t let just anyone in, nothing is really ‘on the house’, and before long these two ex-soldiers realise all the horrors of war are nothing compared to what lies ahead for them in Club Medusa…
124 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 28, 2020
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January 16, 2021
After beating up two bouncers outside a club, Paul and Gerry are on they run. Two girls introduce the fleeting men into a mysterious club, the Club Medusa. What is the reason they are offering shelter to the two mates? Soon Paul finds out what is going on inside that old derelict nightclub and what the guests are really into. Very intriguing and creepy story. The characters are well crafted and the plots evolves in quite a convincing way. I also liked the reference to Gericault's painting. Okay, I soon knew what was going on here but nevertheless it was a story you wanted to know how it proceeded and ended. A tale for connoisseurs of special dinners (just kidding). Really recommended.
August 29, 2020
Gripping and disturbing but very well written
A truly suspenseful tale that is at times disturbing and yet one must read on to get to resolution or sleep will be disturbed forever.
Martin is a masterful storyteller. A great book, I highly recommend it.
A truly suspenseful tale that is at times disturbing and yet one must read on to get to resolution or sleep will be disturbed forever.
Martin is a masterful storyteller. A great book, I highly recommend it.
February 25, 2021
Read it in 1 sitting, literally couldn’t put it down! I love the way it was written. I don’t usually read horror books like this but this book might change that!
January 7, 2023
[POD] (2020). SB. 115 Pages. Bought on Amazon.
An interesting novella which builds tension effectively.
Far fewer issues with format, spelling and grammar than is the norm with print-on-demand offerings.
Some clumsy storyboarding.
The closing tagline is dreadfully naff (“Club Medusa will re-open soon…”)
Redolent of “Hammer House of Horror: The Thirteenth Reunion” (1980).
An interesting novella which builds tension effectively.
Far fewer issues with format, spelling and grammar than is the norm with print-on-demand offerings.
Some clumsy storyboarding.
The closing tagline is dreadfully naff (“Club Medusa will re-open soon…”)
Redolent of “Hammer House of Horror: The Thirteenth Reunion” (1980).
January 24, 2025
Martin White’s Club Medusa takes you on a relentless, pulse-pounding journey through the shadowy closes of Edinburgh’s Old Town. This dark, atmospheric thriller masterfully weaves historical elements into a modern-day tale of survival and chaos.
Gerry and Paul, two ex-soldiers, find themselves drawn into a night of unrelenting danger. White’s ability to craft tension is unmatched, and his vivid descriptions make you feel every shadow, every twist in the labyrinth of the city. The setting isn’t just a backdrop, it’s a character in itself, alive with history and menace.
As someone who appreciates immersive storytelling, I couldn’t put this book down. White’s writing is sharp and gripping, with pacing that keeps you on edge from start to finish. And knowing there’s a sequel on the way only heightens the anticipation, I’ll definitely be picking it up.
Gerry and Paul, two ex-soldiers, find themselves drawn into a night of unrelenting danger. White’s ability to craft tension is unmatched, and his vivid descriptions make you feel every shadow, every twist in the labyrinth of the city. The setting isn’t just a backdrop, it’s a character in itself, alive with history and menace.
As someone who appreciates immersive storytelling, I couldn’t put this book down. White’s writing is sharp and gripping, with pacing that keeps you on edge from start to finish. And knowing there’s a sequel on the way only heightens the anticipation, I’ll definitely be picking it up.
November 1, 2023
worth a read
I understood the concept of the book but it was rather long winded for a short story. Loved the description of Old town and even found myself visualising the places, some I’m sure I’ve seen last year. Weird and wonderful twisting short story
I understood the concept of the book but it was rather long winded for a short story. Loved the description of Old town and even found myself visualising the places, some I’m sure I’ve seen last year. Weird and wonderful twisting short story
December 24, 2024
Evocative, suspenseful, and chilling tale!
This story reads as if you are sitting in a dusky bar with Paul, hanging on his every vivid word about a night out gone horribly wrong. Absolutely gripping!
While horror isn’t my normal read, I enjoyed being inside Paul’s head – bearing witness to his steadily unraveling thoughts - as he starts the evening innocently sharing drinks with a buddy only to slide into increasingly precarious situations.
White does a fab job setting immersive scenes, cranking the suspense, and weaving in music as gritty as the surroundings.
I especially appreciated White’s ending bonus content with explanations on his story inspirations (shockingly true!) and trauma support resources.
This story reads as if you are sitting in a dusky bar with Paul, hanging on his every vivid word about a night out gone horribly wrong. Absolutely gripping!
While horror isn’t my normal read, I enjoyed being inside Paul’s head – bearing witness to his steadily unraveling thoughts - as he starts the evening innocently sharing drinks with a buddy only to slide into increasingly precarious situations.
White does a fab job setting immersive scenes, cranking the suspense, and weaving in music as gritty as the surroundings.
I especially appreciated White’s ending bonus content with explanations on his story inspirations (shockingly true!) and trauma support resources.
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