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Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch
The Two Spears and Four Claws clans for generations. Now the evil has returned, once again threatening the lives of a young mother and her twin babies. It is an evil that temporarily killed and banished with fire and magic, but it can never be destroyed. It is a source of great shame for the clans. So much so, that it is never spoken about outside of the tribe.Carlyle Allen, the wealthy new owner of Haunted Gap, is building his dream home for he and his young bride, Rebecca. Carlyle discovers a hidden room in the basement and comes across the corpse of "The Maiden", a form the evil entity takes to seduce and trick people into doing its bidding.A very pregnant Rebecca Allen visits Haunted Gap for the first time. Rebecca becomes exposed to poison from "The Maiden," leading to a trip to the clinic where she meets Maggie Four Claws and Dr. Sally Manning. Realizing that Rebecca has been marked by the Ghost witch, she contacts her grandmother Opal for help and to alert the clans.Maggie manages to convince both Rebecca Allen and Dr. Manning that she and the babies are danger, not only from the Ghost Witch, but from her husband Carlyle as well. As Dr. Manning races to get Rebecca to safety, the Ghost Witch causes an accident, allowing Carlyle to kidnap Rebecca in order to sacrifice her and the children to "The Maiden."Meanwhile, Maggie Four Claws, Grandma Opal, and the rest of the clans move into action to hunt down and banish the Ghost Witch. But, will they find the evil in time enough to destroy it and save Rebecca and her babies?
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Ian Conner
15 books63 followersIan Conner is retired and spent most of his adult life as a Marine and Army Infantry Sergeant. Now living near San Diego California with his wife Bonnie, a cellist, and their two dogs, Cookie and Isabella. Conner spends his days , gardening, crafting beautiful stained glass, creating worlds on the page, writing, reading and reviewing books.
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September 15, 2022
Intertwined with Native American lore Ian Conner weaves a seducing chilling tale that tells the story of the Skadegamutc or Ghost Witch. Conner grabs you at the first page as she sets us up in 16th-century Maine, Onata Village. We are given a tale of a bewitching beautiful Maidan seen by four sisters under the moonlight by the lake. When the Maiden request that they bring newborn twins that are to be born soon into their tribe in exchange for beauty, their tribe becomes alerted, and the Evil is discovered. The Evil is banished but not destroyed; cursing it will return.
Here is our setup for Ghost Witch as Conner takes you from past to present to past to tell this horrifying curse tale of the Ghost Witch. The time jump confused me, but Conner corrected it with his fantastic writing.
Conner's writing is clean, fresh, and straightforward forward, making you gobble up every syllable he writes. Conner ultimately keeps you engaged with every word.
I love Native American lore, and there have been books and movies based on Native American ghost stories. Conner does it ABSOLUTELY right!
Oh, and to add to the book's more spookiness, Ghost Witch is actually based on an absolute legend associated with the Mikmaq, Maliseet, Passamaquoddy, Abénaki tribes. Our tribe in our book is called the L'nu'k tribe, which is what the Mikmaq tribe often calls themselves. It means "The People." I did not find out if Nollesemic Village existed, but there is a Nollesemic Lake in Maine and a Pequabuck Lake. Another location in the book. Like the Ghost Witch. You will be lured under this book's spell. Recommend READ!
Here is our setup for Ghost Witch as Conner takes you from past to present to past to tell this horrifying curse tale of the Ghost Witch. The time jump confused me, but Conner corrected it with his fantastic writing.
Conner's writing is clean, fresh, and straightforward forward, making you gobble up every syllable he writes. Conner ultimately keeps you engaged with every word.
I love Native American lore, and there have been books and movies based on Native American ghost stories. Conner does it ABSOLUTELY right!
Oh, and to add to the book's more spookiness, Ghost Witch is actually based on an absolute legend associated with the Mikmaq, Maliseet, Passamaquoddy, Abénaki tribes. Our tribe in our book is called the L'nu'k tribe, which is what the Mikmaq tribe often calls themselves. It means "The People." I did not find out if Nollesemic Village existed, but there is a Nollesemic Lake in Maine and a Pequabuck Lake. Another location in the book. Like the Ghost Witch. You will be lured under this book's spell. Recommend READ!
July 12, 2022
Skadegamutc Ghost Witch by Ian Conner is like one of those ghost stories that you read in Haunted Places collections or hear about in an urban legend. It tells of an old evil spirit with a fascinating backstory that intrudes upon the present day to enact some sort of vengeance or malicious intent on subsequent generations. A story like this might be familiar, but Conner gives it enough atmosphere to send chills down your spine.
A mysterious creature called The Skadegamutc or Ghost Witch has been haunting the Pequabuck Lake in Nollesemic Village, Maine. Many people since the 16th century have been missing and some have drowned despite varying degrees of swimming ability. In 2005, disappearances are quite high particularly because Carlyle Allen, a wealthy developer, wants to build new property in the area leading to more people and more victims to fall prey to the Ghost Witch's clutches.
What is known about the Ghost Witch is that it sometimes takes the form of a beautiful maiden that lures its prey. It appears to have a fondness for twins since many of its victims either are twins or are parts of families that have them. It also seems to have a vendetta against the Two Spears and Four Claws Families, two local clans who have been sworn enemies of the creature for 500 years.
The Ghost Witch is an actual figure from Wabanaki folklore. In Conner's book, it is given a chilling backstory and modus operandi that gives this old narrative a modern scare.
One of the best chapters in the entire book is the first where the Reader is first introduced to this enigmatic spectre in the 16th century. It takes the form of a Maiden that captivates four young women who consider themselves homely as compared to this otherworldly beauty swimming in the lake. As they swim, the girls not only find that they have become beautiful, but are drawn to this mysterious maiden. The Ghost Witch gives an alluring almost erotic presence as it draws the young mortal woman only to take their lives. A story with variations that are repeated so often that it has become hoary and even cliche is transformed into a moment of seduction and terror thanks to Conner's engaging writing.
That seduction and terror continues for centuries as people are drawn to and appalled by the Ghost Witch and its actions. It seems to get off on people's most negative emotions like insecurity and greed. Perhaps the Ghost Witch is a metaphor for unbridled and extreme desires and what happens when those desires overpower and take control. They draw someone towards them to a dark and disturbing end.
What is compelling about the Ghost Witch is that it harbors no distinction between who it attacks (except that it has a fondness for twins). Male or female, white or Native American. It's all the same to it. While there is a subplot about redevelopment and the potential destruction of the land and environment, it's clear that the Ghost Witch is not there as a symbol of Mother Nature's rage. In fact, since it uses the most negative emotions to draw prey inside, maybe it's hoping for more greed from the developers and rage and hopelessness from the residents. More negative emotions means more humans to play with and snack on. However, The Ghost Witch doesn't care who it hurts. It will destroy anyone that is unfortunate enough to cross its path.
In fact, its worst enemies are from the Two Spears and Four Claws families. While the Ghost Witch attacks in the present, we are also given the back story of how this creature came to be and why the families are united in their drive to destroy it. For spoiler's sake, I won't go into it in this review but it is compelling and makes the characters more understandable.
The history gives more dimensions to this inhuman character and its enemies to remind us that it once was actually human, came from somewhere, and fell in the worst way possible. The backstory also reveals why the Two Spears and Four Claws families are so determined to destroy the Ghost Witch and why the current generation feel that it's their responsibility to end this evil once and for all.
Skadegamutc Ghost Witch is a construction and restructuring of an ancient folk tale. By giving us its origins, motives, and means, Conner shows that this is not simply some unstoppable demon. Instead it was once human and like all humans is prey to weakness. If understood, it can be defeated.
A mysterious creature called The Skadegamutc or Ghost Witch has been haunting the Pequabuck Lake in Nollesemic Village, Maine. Many people since the 16th century have been missing and some have drowned despite varying degrees of swimming ability. In 2005, disappearances are quite high particularly because Carlyle Allen, a wealthy developer, wants to build new property in the area leading to more people and more victims to fall prey to the Ghost Witch's clutches.
What is known about the Ghost Witch is that it sometimes takes the form of a beautiful maiden that lures its prey. It appears to have a fondness for twins since many of its victims either are twins or are parts of families that have them. It also seems to have a vendetta against the Two Spears and Four Claws Families, two local clans who have been sworn enemies of the creature for 500 years.
The Ghost Witch is an actual figure from Wabanaki folklore. In Conner's book, it is given a chilling backstory and modus operandi that gives this old narrative a modern scare.
One of the best chapters in the entire book is the first where the Reader is first introduced to this enigmatic spectre in the 16th century. It takes the form of a Maiden that captivates four young women who consider themselves homely as compared to this otherworldly beauty swimming in the lake. As they swim, the girls not only find that they have become beautiful, but are drawn to this mysterious maiden. The Ghost Witch gives an alluring almost erotic presence as it draws the young mortal woman only to take their lives. A story with variations that are repeated so often that it has become hoary and even cliche is transformed into a moment of seduction and terror thanks to Conner's engaging writing.
That seduction and terror continues for centuries as people are drawn to and appalled by the Ghost Witch and its actions. It seems to get off on people's most negative emotions like insecurity and greed. Perhaps the Ghost Witch is a metaphor for unbridled and extreme desires and what happens when those desires overpower and take control. They draw someone towards them to a dark and disturbing end.
What is compelling about the Ghost Witch is that it harbors no distinction between who it attacks (except that it has a fondness for twins). Male or female, white or Native American. It's all the same to it. While there is a subplot about redevelopment and the potential destruction of the land and environment, it's clear that the Ghost Witch is not there as a symbol of Mother Nature's rage. In fact, since it uses the most negative emotions to draw prey inside, maybe it's hoping for more greed from the developers and rage and hopelessness from the residents. More negative emotions means more humans to play with and snack on. However, The Ghost Witch doesn't care who it hurts. It will destroy anyone that is unfortunate enough to cross its path.
In fact, its worst enemies are from the Two Spears and Four Claws families. While the Ghost Witch attacks in the present, we are also given the back story of how this creature came to be and why the families are united in their drive to destroy it. For spoiler's sake, I won't go into it in this review but it is compelling and makes the characters more understandable.
The history gives more dimensions to this inhuman character and its enemies to remind us that it once was actually human, came from somewhere, and fell in the worst way possible. The backstory also reveals why the Two Spears and Four Claws families are so determined to destroy the Ghost Witch and why the current generation feel that it's their responsibility to end this evil once and for all.
Skadegamutc Ghost Witch is a construction and restructuring of an ancient folk tale. By giving us its origins, motives, and means, Conner shows that this is not simply some unstoppable demon. Instead it was once human and like all humans is prey to weakness. If understood, it can be defeated.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 23, 2022
When you live in a place where ghoulish incidents occur almost periodically, it will be impossible for you to live in ignorance or outright deny it. Thus, the people of Nollesemic Village in Maine and the members of two native American clans, The Two Spears and Four Claws, knew about the evil that resided at the Haunted Gap. They knew what to speak and what not to speak aloud. They also knew which place was safe and which place to stay away from. You can debate whether this knowledge came consciously or subconsciously, but the truth of the matter was they were all aware of ‘The Maiden.’
Only outsiders who didn’t know the history—the real history–of the Haunted Gap flocked for its scenic beauty. They traveled from faraway places to Haunted Gap for various reasons. This behavior leads us to a bigger question—did these reasons occur naturally, or was there a sinister power pulling these strings from afar?
You see, The Maiden is one clever ghost-witch. It can lure anyone into fulfilling its wishes by corrupting their souls and playing with their deepest, darkest desires. Even after being temporarily banished from the two native American clans centuries ago, the evil has never fully disappeared.
The tussle between the evil’s desire for power and the clans’ desire for peaceful lives has been going on for centuries in silence. The people of Nollesemic village know that there is some evil lurking at Haunted Gap, but they cannot say it aloud out of fear. The people who know the real truth are bound by the tribe’s rules not to discuss their secrets with outsiders. So, both groups have been leading their lives in reluctant but acknowledged silence.
When Carlyle Allen, a wealthy archeologist, purchased Haunted Gap, the locals were forced to kiss goodbye to their century-old silence. Read Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch to see how Allen, his wife Rebecca, and their unborn twins get caught up in this sinister web.
Ian Conner has intelligently entwined the mythology of native American Wabanaki tribes into a spine-chilling supernatural horror. The story moves back between the past and now creating an eerie loop of morbid tales. When I noticed the book was set in Maine, I obviously realized I was in for a chilling ride. But what I did not count was the story’s after effects. The ending gave me chills, and I am still rattled by it.
There were some typos here and there, but the story more than makes up for it. Ian will make you get invested in the characters’ safety and naturally, this will multiply the fear factor. Also, don’t get jaded by the multiple subplots and the never-ending cast. Trust me. Everything will fall into place, eventually.
If you are a fan of stories that take you to a land of the adrenaline rush, eerie feelings, slow but creepy thrill, and chill-inducing suspense, then don’t miss Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch by Ian Conner. The story will slowly creep up on you and fill you will dread. Oh, one more thing, don’t forget to keep your bedside lamp on.
Only outsiders who didn’t know the history—the real history–of the Haunted Gap flocked for its scenic beauty. They traveled from faraway places to Haunted Gap for various reasons. This behavior leads us to a bigger question—did these reasons occur naturally, or was there a sinister power pulling these strings from afar?
You see, The Maiden is one clever ghost-witch. It can lure anyone into fulfilling its wishes by corrupting their souls and playing with their deepest, darkest desires. Even after being temporarily banished from the two native American clans centuries ago, the evil has never fully disappeared.
The tussle between the evil’s desire for power and the clans’ desire for peaceful lives has been going on for centuries in silence. The people of Nollesemic village know that there is some evil lurking at Haunted Gap, but they cannot say it aloud out of fear. The people who know the real truth are bound by the tribe’s rules not to discuss their secrets with outsiders. So, both groups have been leading their lives in reluctant but acknowledged silence.
When Carlyle Allen, a wealthy archeologist, purchased Haunted Gap, the locals were forced to kiss goodbye to their century-old silence. Read Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch to see how Allen, his wife Rebecca, and their unborn twins get caught up in this sinister web.
Ian Conner has intelligently entwined the mythology of native American Wabanaki tribes into a spine-chilling supernatural horror. The story moves back between the past and now creating an eerie loop of morbid tales. When I noticed the book was set in Maine, I obviously realized I was in for a chilling ride. But what I did not count was the story’s after effects. The ending gave me chills, and I am still rattled by it.
There were some typos here and there, but the story more than makes up for it. Ian will make you get invested in the characters’ safety and naturally, this will multiply the fear factor. Also, don’t get jaded by the multiple subplots and the never-ending cast. Trust me. Everything will fall into place, eventually.
If you are a fan of stories that take you to a land of the adrenaline rush, eerie feelings, slow but creepy thrill, and chill-inducing suspense, then don’t miss Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch by Ian Conner. The story will slowly creep up on you and fill you will dread. Oh, one more thing, don’t forget to keep your bedside lamp on.
July 11, 2022
If you enjoy reading stories about good vs. evil, then you will find Isabella Steel’s “Skadegamutc Ghost Witch” right up your alley. The story follows multiple generations of two Native American clans acting as a force of good to protect the innocent from the dark spirit that has haunted their clans for more than a century. The Ghost Witch’s seductive power aptly illustrates just how quickly and easily it is for evil to manipulate and bend otherwise good people into performing its will.
Ms. Steel does a great job building settings and scenery that span multiple timelines. I found the origin story of the cursed property particularly compelling, as well as the first appearance of the Ghost Witch, as well as the form its manipulations take. As I read, I found myself becoming both engrossed and unsettled In particular, by the demands the entity required of its followers, and the ease with which people complied.
To me, the mark of a well-written book is one that can move the reader. One that pulls multiple emotions out of the reader. I experienced a gamut during this one: anger, frustration, suspense. If it were a movie, I would have been yelling out warnings to the characters. I could feel the fear of the townspeople upon realization of the tragedy about to befall the unsuspecting families. I shared in the frustration of the sheriff and other outsiders, who could never quite gain the information needed to fully understand what occurred in the town. I felt the urgency and determination, as the descendants of the Two Spears and Four Claws clans hunted and battled with the evil spirit.
I found this book enjoyable enough to see myself reading it again at a later time. I would be interested in learning how future generations deal with great evil, should Ms. Steel choose to make this a series.
Ms. Steel does a great job building settings and scenery that span multiple timelines. I found the origin story of the cursed property particularly compelling, as well as the first appearance of the Ghost Witch, as well as the form its manipulations take. As I read, I found myself becoming both engrossed and unsettled In particular, by the demands the entity required of its followers, and the ease with which people complied.
To me, the mark of a well-written book is one that can move the reader. One that pulls multiple emotions out of the reader. I experienced a gamut during this one: anger, frustration, suspense. If it were a movie, I would have been yelling out warnings to the characters. I could feel the fear of the townspeople upon realization of the tragedy about to befall the unsuspecting families. I shared in the frustration of the sheriff and other outsiders, who could never quite gain the information needed to fully understand what occurred in the town. I felt the urgency and determination, as the descendants of the Two Spears and Four Claws clans hunted and battled with the evil spirit.
I found this book enjoyable enough to see myself reading it again at a later time. I would be interested in learning how future generations deal with great evil, should Ms. Steel choose to make this a series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 27, 2022
Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch by Ian Corner, is right up my alley. I love any story that concerns Native American folklore set in scenic Maine. Mr. Conner weaves the past and present with remarkable ease. He details an indestructible 16th-century curse’s beginnings in Haunted Gap to the present-day, Nollesemic village, where Native tribes settled when they abandoned Haunted Gap’s corrupted land. A place named so because of a strange gap between ghostly trees bleached white from the sun and where nothing grows. Townsfolk are reticent to speak of this curse to outsiders—an evil recurring every twenty years.
A deceptive witch ghost known as the Maiden emerges as a stunning woman, mesmerizing men and women alike with her beguiling beauty. Entranced, and promised their deepest desires, her captives unwittingly kill anyone hindering their mission—securing infant twins to the Maiden as sacrificial offerings.
The townsfolk of Nollesemic Village are descendants of Clan Two Spears and Clan Four Claws. They have kept this accursed secret from outsiders, despite ghastly deaths that have stricken many outsiders. When a married couple, Caryle and Rebecca, pregnant with twins, arrive at Haunted Gap to claim inherited property, an ominous air settles over the town. Will they escape the evil lurking on their land or succumb to the Maiden as their ancestors had?
Mr. Conner has spun a chilling page-turner that captivated me from the beginning. I did not know what to expect when I started this story. But pulled into the storyline, I finished the book in less than two days. No spoilers. I can’t give away the ending, but it left me wanting more. I highly recommend Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch, and I’m eager to check out other titles by this author.
A deceptive witch ghost known as the Maiden emerges as a stunning woman, mesmerizing men and women alike with her beguiling beauty. Entranced, and promised their deepest desires, her captives unwittingly kill anyone hindering their mission—securing infant twins to the Maiden as sacrificial offerings.
The townsfolk of Nollesemic Village are descendants of Clan Two Spears and Clan Four Claws. They have kept this accursed secret from outsiders, despite ghastly deaths that have stricken many outsiders. When a married couple, Caryle and Rebecca, pregnant with twins, arrive at Haunted Gap to claim inherited property, an ominous air settles over the town. Will they escape the evil lurking on their land or succumb to the Maiden as their ancestors had?
Mr. Conner has spun a chilling page-turner that captivated me from the beginning. I did not know what to expect when I started this story. But pulled into the storyline, I finished the book in less than two days. No spoilers. I can’t give away the ending, but it left me wanting more. I highly recommend Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch, and I’m eager to check out other titles by this author.
July 13, 2022
Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch is a tale seeped in Native American folklore and ties the past to the present into a scary-good story. Starting in 16th Century Maine in the Onata Village, where a beautiful Maiden is seen in a lake by four sisters and requests they bring newborn twins in exchange for beauty. The evil is discovered by the tribe and they are quickly alerted. The evil is temporarily banished, but not fully destroyed, setting us on a journey spanning generations from the past to the present and the past again.
As a mother, I identified with the story's theme of tribal community and family with the need to protect you and yours. Isabella Steel is phenomenal in combining folklore with real elements that educated me on Passamaquoddy. The message of family secrets and how we justify keeping them will sneak up on you and give you pause to think. You will be bewitched by Isabella Steel's ability to create such a unique piece that will stay with you long after you have closed the book.
I recommend this book for horror fanatics, historians, and people interested in folklore. This book is haunting and horrifying keeping you engaged all the way to the shocking end. I suggest reading this book on a dark and stormy night with the crackle of the fireplace keeping you warm and possibly banishing the Ghost Witch, at least for a while.
As a mother, I identified with the story's theme of tribal community and family with the need to protect you and yours. Isabella Steel is phenomenal in combining folklore with real elements that educated me on Passamaquoddy. The message of family secrets and how we justify keeping them will sneak up on you and give you pause to think. You will be bewitched by Isabella Steel's ability to create such a unique piece that will stay with you long after you have closed the book.
I recommend this book for horror fanatics, historians, and people interested in folklore. This book is haunting and horrifying keeping you engaged all the way to the shocking end. I suggest reading this book on a dark and stormy night with the crackle of the fireplace keeping you warm and possibly banishing the Ghost Witch, at least for a while.
July 19, 2022
Ian Conner’s, Native American folklore based novel, Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch, is a cautionary tale of intrigue, community, and the effects of temptation. Set in an idyllic Northeastern American town, the residents encounter a cycle of murders resulting from a curse upon their land.
Sheriff John Alton, and the residents harbor a secret that causes an outskirts plot of land to be known as “Haunted Gap”. As outsiders join their community, the unknown grief is revealed.
Although a somber tone permeates the book, there is a recurring theme of loyalty and resilience. Each character exhibits self-determination, fortitude, and resourcefulness up until the conclusion. You grow to love each person as if you belong to the fight against evil forces.
A strong line of family connection and unity. No one is discounted, and everyone has worth. The similarities of honor and hope keep everyone fighting to end the vengeful curse.
The book does not have a fast-paced plot, but each chapter builds upon the next, leading to more understanding and the concept of strength in numbers. Small-town values are celebrated, and the protection of good is something many readers would appreciate and respect.
These are not cookie-cutter characters or stereotyped personalities. The authenticity of Native American heritage, and modern day life shows that in the end, we are all connected.
Sheriff John Alton, and the residents harbor a secret that causes an outskirts plot of land to be known as “Haunted Gap”. As outsiders join their community, the unknown grief is revealed.
Although a somber tone permeates the book, there is a recurring theme of loyalty and resilience. Each character exhibits self-determination, fortitude, and resourcefulness up until the conclusion. You grow to love each person as if you belong to the fight against evil forces.
A strong line of family connection and unity. No one is discounted, and everyone has worth. The similarities of honor and hope keep everyone fighting to end the vengeful curse.
The book does not have a fast-paced plot, but each chapter builds upon the next, leading to more understanding and the concept of strength in numbers. Small-town values are celebrated, and the protection of good is something many readers would appreciate and respect.
These are not cookie-cutter characters or stereotyped personalities. The authenticity of Native American heritage, and modern day life shows that in the end, we are all connected.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 3, 2022
Author Ian Conner has a interesting style of writing. Bouncing between the decades and centuries he tells us the Indian legend of Skadegemutc, the Ghost Witch.
Skadegemutc isn't so much a ghost witch, but the Witch doctor of the two tribes in the area. Once two tribes who shared the area around the lake and shared the running of the tribes. That is until the witch doctor decided he needed to rule forever.
Every two decades the witch doctor seeks out women who are carrying twins, girl twins to continue living even if only in the form he's in.
Good read, but I'd prefer if it ran in chronological yearly order.
Skadegemutc isn't so much a ghost witch, but the Witch doctor of the two tribes in the area. Once two tribes who shared the area around the lake and shared the running of the tribes. That is until the witch doctor decided he needed to rule forever.
Every two decades the witch doctor seeks out women who are carrying twins, girl twins to continue living even if only in the form he's in.
Good read, but I'd prefer if it ran in chronological yearly order.
November 4, 2022
This was an amazing and perfect read for spooky season. I absolutely had chills while reading it. The past scenes set up the evil that lurks within the pages of this book. And just like any good horror movie - the evil can't be killed, only temporarily banished and locked away, only to be unleashed by an unwitting character. I loved the eerie vibe that permeated the story, and didn't want to put it down once I started. Perfect for horror lovers, but you might want to read this one with the lights on!
September 7, 2022
Summary
Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch is a horror thriller by Ian Conner. The story begins when a beautiful maiden lures girls who desire to be beautiful. In order to grant their wish, she asks them to steal twin babies from their mothers and offer them to her. When the Two Spears clan who serve as protectors of the village of Onata discovers the mysterious happenings, they come to the rescue by banishing the evil maiden. This story becomes a myth that future generations won’t believe, until they find themselves to be the evil maiden’s next victims.
Review
I like that it's fast and chilling since the beginning and launches you right into the story. And what an ending! I was murmuring, “Wtf, Rebecca!” in the end, then checked my blood pressure for any sign of hypertension. It was 133/88 which is in the prehypertension stage, so I was still lucky. This book is definitely not for the faint heart! But I love the thrill of not knowing what the heck is going to happen and who will be the next victim.
I think it’s the fact that the evil maiden keeps on reincarnating that makes the story so intriguing. Plus, there are kickass warriors called the Two Spears clan who have been banishing evil for centuries, so it gives hope to readers that someday the killings will stop. Or will they?
Overall, I’m giving this book 5 out of 5 stars. I truly miss stories that are based on folklore because of the classic vibe they give. This story was merciless and gory, but I couldn’t put this down because I love its flow of narrative, the diverse characters, and the creepy setting! I highly recommend it to readers who love scary stories.
Skadegemutc: Ghost Witch is a horror thriller by Ian Conner. The story begins when a beautiful maiden lures girls who desire to be beautiful. In order to grant their wish, she asks them to steal twin babies from their mothers and offer them to her. When the Two Spears clan who serve as protectors of the village of Onata discovers the mysterious happenings, they come to the rescue by banishing the evil maiden. This story becomes a myth that future generations won’t believe, until they find themselves to be the evil maiden’s next victims.
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I like that it's fast and chilling since the beginning and launches you right into the story. And what an ending! I was murmuring, “Wtf, Rebecca!” in the end, then checked my blood pressure for any sign of hypertension. It was 133/88 which is in the prehypertension stage, so I was still lucky. This book is definitely not for the faint heart! But I love the thrill of not knowing what the heck is going to happen and who will be the next victim.
I think it’s the fact that the evil maiden keeps on reincarnating that makes the story so intriguing. Plus, there are kickass warriors called the Two Spears clan who have been banishing evil for centuries, so it gives hope to readers that someday the killings will stop. Or will they?
Overall, I’m giving this book 5 out of 5 stars. I truly miss stories that are based on folklore because of the classic vibe they give. This story was merciless and gory, but I couldn’t put this down because I love its flow of narrative, the diverse characters, and the creepy setting! I highly recommend it to readers who love scary stories.
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