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The Beast of Fallow Pines
David Ward set out to his late father's long-abandoned cabin in the remote mountain wilderness of Fallow Pines to get off the grid and away from the memories of his old life. But when his dog goes missing, David quickly discovers that there is something lurking in the woods...
Something that has come to call Fallow Pines home...
For readers who enjoy horror in the woods and cryptids.
Something that has come to call Fallow Pines home...
For readers who enjoy horror in the woods and cryptids.
- GenresHorror
37 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 12, 2020
19 people are currently reading
24 people want to read
About the author
Harlan Graves
14 books18 followersI'm Harlan Graves. I write hard-edged, straight-for-the-throat horror stories. Check me out if you like dark tales full of doom, gloom and so much splatter you'll need a face shield to read them!
Contact:
harlangraveshorrors@gmail.com
Contact:
harlangraveshorrors@gmail.com
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Displaying 1 - 14 of 14 reviews
February 27, 2021
What a name of the author and what a cover! Absolutely enjoyed this story of a man named David going back into the wilderness. Here he has to deal with a strange beast, half man, half animal. Who will win the fight? David also has a brave big dog with him named Argus. Compelling, fast paced page turner I couldn't put down. A trip into the pines is always some kind of eerie. Gripping tale, highly recommended! Will have to read the follow-up!
November 14, 2021
This was AWESOME!!! Fabulous short story with some arse kicking and one seriously scary, seriously smelly creature. Will definitely be reading more in this "series" of short stories of Fallow Pines.
May 19, 2021
Man, this was such a fun and scary short story!
This was my first time reading something by this author, and it won't be the last.
So in a nutshell, a man named David moves out to the boonies with his dog to start a new chapter in his life. But when strange sightings begin to occur, David questions if he is truly alone.
I liked David as the MC. Short stories are tough to find balance with, and I think Graves had the perfect mix. We got to know enough about David's recent past and his upbringing without a ton of infodumps, so I really liked that. It was worked into the story and I had a good head for who the guy was.
I also liked the MC's personal voice through his thoughts and dialogue, as well as the connection he had with his dog.
The plot drew me in and kept me entertained. It's almost summertime now, so I wanted something with a campy or woodsy feel and this definitely satisfied that. The ambience the woods gave off was creepy and unnerving, and there's a good amount of mystery built in. Once things amped up, it was a crazy thrill ride, and I loved that.
Overall, this was a great horror short story. If you're looking for a quick thrill, it's definitely work looking into.
This was my first time reading something by this author, and it won't be the last.
So in a nutshell, a man named David moves out to the boonies with his dog to start a new chapter in his life. But when strange sightings begin to occur, David questions if he is truly alone.
I liked David as the MC. Short stories are tough to find balance with, and I think Graves had the perfect mix. We got to know enough about David's recent past and his upbringing without a ton of infodumps, so I really liked that. It was worked into the story and I had a good head for who the guy was.
I also liked the MC's personal voice through his thoughts and dialogue, as well as the connection he had with his dog.
The plot drew me in and kept me entertained. It's almost summertime now, so I wanted something with a campy or woodsy feel and this definitely satisfied that. The ambience the woods gave off was creepy and unnerving, and there's a good amount of mystery built in. Once things amped up, it was a crazy thrill ride, and I loved that.
Overall, this was a great horror short story. If you're looking for a quick thrill, it's definitely work looking into.
May 8, 2021
short,but good book
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March 12, 2021Short but enjoyable
I enjoyed the story but it was too short for my taste. If you are looking for a good man and dog vs a creature story.This is it!!! There is another book though for I hope it fulfills my desire for another good book.
I enjoyed the story but it was too short for my taste. If you are looking for a good man and dog vs a creature story.This is it!!! There is another book though for I hope it fulfills my desire for another good book.
August 16, 2021
Great read
This is the second book I’ve read from this author and he didn’t disappoint me with this book. He puts you right there with the character. I did hate how it ended so abruptly.
This is the second book I’ve read from this author and he didn’t disappoint me with this book. He puts you right there with the character. I did hate how it ended so abruptly.
July 17, 2021
5 Stars
This was a short read but a fun one. David the son of Howard from Darkness of the Pines. Comes to the cabin to live after his divorce. Soon he's facing the same beast that attached his father.
This was a short read but a fun one. David the son of Howard from Darkness of the Pines. Comes to the cabin to live after his divorce. Soon he's facing the same beast that attached his father.
September 29, 2021
Shadow in the Woods
I couldn't put down the book at all. I had to finish it it completely. So intense, so gripping,! It has been a long time since I read a book like this. This type of book I've looking for. The others before were very dry. It refreshed my mind and soul, thanks Harlen Graves for taking me along a great adventure!
Creature lurking in the shadows of pines. Eyes glowing back at you, with hatred and with the intent to do
bodily harm.Sorry
Yes I would advise people to read it. Try it you'll like it.😬😮😧😱😶😶😶😲😳😎🙋
I couldn't put down the book at all. I had to finish it it completely. So intense, so gripping,! It has been a long time since I read a book like this. This type of book I've looking for. The others before were very dry. It refreshed my mind and soul, thanks Harlen Graves for taking me along a great adventure!
Creature lurking in the shadows of pines. Eyes glowing back at you, with hatred and with the intent to do
bodily harm.Sorry
Yes I would advise people to read it. Try it you'll like it.😬😮😧😱😶😶😶😲😳😎🙋
January 2, 2022
This is one bad critter
This story is short about 30 pages long. it picks up where the first story basically had ended. This time the son has to deal with the beast. But he is not alone in this encounter he has his dog with him. Now here is a spoiler alert this one just ends at a crucial point in the story. However I liked it and want to see what happens.
This story is short about 30 pages long. it picks up where the first story basically had ended. This time the son has to deal with the beast. But he is not alone in this encounter he has his dog with him. Now here is a spoiler alert this one just ends at a crucial point in the story. However I liked it and want to see what happens.
July 9, 2024
Decent
Well, I have read them all now and think it was a great story though it felt a little choppy jumping from one main character to the next. Still, a good bigfoot story.
Well, I have read them all now and think it was a great story though it felt a little choppy jumping from one main character to the next. Still, a good bigfoot story.
September 2, 2023
Another excellent but far too short story. Harlan Graves does set a scene perfectly, and I guess the good thing about a short story is that it cuts out all the waffle and gets straight to the point.
September 8, 2020
Had potential
Had potential. Lots of repetition. Nothing happens until almost 60% into the book. I think the author has talent, but maybe is new to writing?? I don't know this author, so not sure. Still, not a bad read.
Had potential. Lots of repetition. Nothing happens until almost 60% into the book. I think the author has talent, but maybe is new to writing?? I don't know this author, so not sure. Still, not a bad read.
October 8, 2021
What Happened?
Okay just as the story was getting good, lots of action and anticipation of the main character finishing off the monster, the author wrote a hasty end. What happened? You wrote the book so well up to that point. Please write the next book with a better ending.
Okay just as the story was getting good, lots of action and anticipation of the main character finishing off the monster, the author wrote a hasty end. What happened? You wrote the book so well up to that point. Please write the next book with a better ending.
February 29, 2024
Between the virtual voice narration and the "cliffhanger" ending this story just wasn't for me.
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