Ice Shadow

by Sean McCutchen

Dangerous stalker, a shy fan, or something else entirely? It’s the question that rookie professional hockey player Bryan Hardy can’t seem to shake. A mysterious young woman has taken an interest in him from afar and when she begins to appear in unexplainable locations, Bryan’s worries start to pile up. As the season plays on, the weight of the game and the expectations of him fray Bryan’s nerves; causing him to question everything. The only comfort he can find is on the safety of the ice, playing the game he loves. But what happens when the season ends and the final whistle blows? Will his mystery woman come after him? Will he lose it all and come completely undone? Find out in this chilling short story that is the first offering in a sinister shorts collection coming soon!

17 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 3, 2020

About the author

Sean McCutchen is an engineer, amateur woodworker, and athletic nerd. He loves to travel, read, and ponder all of the possibilities a project holds. Whether it is the detailed joints of a piece of furniture or the complex intricacies of a plot, Sean enjoys the journey of design.
Sean resides in Texas with his wife and two sons.
For upcoming projects and promos, find Sean on Twiiter/Instagram @seanmacwrites

Reviews

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this short story - it grabbed me quickly and had me guessing until the end! I also wanted more of this story; it was just so good! A fun, mind twisting, great short and quick read.