Shout From A Rooftop: Based on a True Story

by Bart J. Gilbertson (Editor)

In 1961, the only thing that might save your life is a Shout From A Rooftop.
Based on a true story.
Late one night in Corpus Christi, Texas, a teenage girl pajama party is crashed by an uninvited guest - a man with white hair and pink eyes. What began as a night of fun, games and music turned into a nightmare that none of them would ever be able to forget. You won’t believe what your eyes are reading as a crazed maniac pursues them to all ends … even if it means going all the way to the top of the roof.

“This is his best work yet!” – Jean Hendry, Reviewer
"At times I even felt like I was the one in danger." - Billie Jenrette, Reviewer
"I couldn't put it down. It was captivating!" - Emillie Leaver, Reviewer

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27 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 27, 2018

About the author

Bart J. Gilbertson is the author of the cozy mystery, "Deathbed & Breakfast", published by Cozy Cat Press. He also penned the novella, "The Disappearance of Paige Turner", and the short stories, "Agnes Stillwater Day", "Shout From A Rooftop", and "The Leopold Test". Bart has also contributed to three different group mystery novels wherein each author involved with the project submitted a chapter to the overall story. Those novels are "A Map For Murder" (contributing Chapter 3), "Wheel Of Death" (contributing Chapter 1), "Chasing The Codex" (contributing Chapter 5). He also has an award-winning poem, "Mrs. Latimer Had A Fat Cat" in the book with the same title.
Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/BartJGilbert...

Reviews

[David's Book Reviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a awesome novella or short story! It's only about 27 pages. Bart has a YouTube channel called Book Rising, and that's where I became aware of him.

This is a horror story and is based on true events that happened to a member of the authors family. The story introduces us to Jean, our main character, when one night we sleeps over at her friends grandmother's house for the night. As night descends, the girls catch up on what's happening with them in their day to day life and they soon discuss about boys. After quickly changing their minds about meeting up with them for the night, they soon discover that's a big mistake. There's a strange man in the house, with a weapon, who seems insane and is on a killing spree. Can they survive this unusual murders grasp?

It's true this concept has been done many times in novels and movies, but what sets it apart is that this really happened! Barts writing style is easy to read and I can't wait to read more from him. Highly recommend for horror fans and anyone looking to sort out their TBR for Halloween.

Dont forget to check out Barts YouTube channel - https://youtube.com/channel/UCiX_Vd3j...

[Art the Turtle of Amazing Girth · Rating 4 out of 5]

bit higher than a 3.75

It drags reader right in. I was INVESTED quickly

A heart pounding race to the finish, and a nice urban legend from the family type thing too

BJG is a great writer, and I wish he'd write more, and much longer, hahaha

[Biljen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read. Kept me intrigued from the first sentence to the last period. It was thrilling. I felt trapped in a room and like I should be screaming for help. I highly suggest this one.

[Kate Ellis · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very quick read. A sound short story an great basis for a Novella or Novel.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I became aware of Author, Bart Gilbertson and his books a few years ago when he joined the publishing company that publishes my Fuchsia, Minnesota Cozy Mystery Series. His first book was Deathbed and Breakfast. I loved the book and he quickly became a friend. Bart took a few years off for some personal business and now he is back. Not only did he author the first chapter in the new group mystery, Wheel of Death by Cozy Cat Press, but his new short story will get your attention.


Shout From A Rooftop is based on a true story and takes place in Corpus Christi, Texas. Who knew a girl's slumber party could turn into a mystery that will keep the community on edge and a reader turning the pages in anticipation of the next words or twist and turn in the story? Bart’s writing has only gotten better. You will want to read this short story and his book, Deathbed and Breakfast. I look forward to the next book in his journey as an author. Five stars, he has earned it.

[Sharon Mierke · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great short story! A real thriller. I’m sure I caught myself holding my breath many times. Thank you for sharing this true story.

[Judi Cairns · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story!

This story caught my attention from beginning to end. Love good mysteries and true stories. Keep up the good work!

[Laurie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Well written short story.