Snowmen

by James Melzer

A yearly display of snowmen brings joy to children all over Pennsylvania, but when builder Edgar Davies takes a tumble, his true secret is revealed.

Genres: Horror, Short Stories, Ebooks

Nook

First published March 2, 2010

About the author

James Melzer fell in love with love at an early age…he just didn’t know it yet. Originally writing in the horror genre, he’s completed two contemporary romance novels under the name “Jamie Deschain,” and is currently adding more to be released under his own name. When he’s not working, James can be found in his studio, painting art from the heart. He currently resides in Pennsylvania with his wife, son, and two very opinionated cats.

Reviews

[Killian · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very short story but very good. The ending was a huge surprise but I really liked it. Great short story!

[Doreena · Rating 2 out of 5]

??? Ummm.... Ok...
This story just ... ends. Not sure what happened there.

[Jenelle Compton · Rating 3 out of 5]

So I got an urge to read winter or Christmas themed books...and I stumbled upon this little story. This was okay, well written and a quick read.
But utterly predictable. I knew what was up almost instantly, and then just spent the rest of the story waiting for the reveal.

[Divyesh Sheth · Rating 2 out of 5]

short read

This is a short story with a twist. Takes 15 minutes to read it and end is a surprising twist.

[Jenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a short story by James Melzer. A very quick read, it took me less than 10 minutes from beginning to end.

Every winter, in a Pennsylvania town, the old man creates his snowmen art on his front lawn. He keeps them all winter by hosing them down once a week during the cold hours of night. His latest masterpiece, based on Transformers, is a hit with the children and their parents alike. But what is discovered once the spring thaw hits is a surprise to all.

Even though this was a quick read, I enjoyed it very much. The descriptions were excellent and I could see the artistic images in my mind. I even felt a tad cold as I could hear the wind whipping around outside my living room window.

[Juliette · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short, short, short, short, short, short, short.
My review may be longer.

No one's fault, I believe the blurb about it mentioned it's shortness. The ending just slammed me in the face like the time I was being chased by my students on the playground and I ran face first into the swingset beam.

In both cases I was enjoying myself before hand but was left wondering "what just happened?" after.

It's entertaining, though a little predictable.

[Cathy · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short story for Kindle. Leans toward being a horror story.
Edgar Davies has become a local celebrity for the elaborate snowman display he makes every year.
This year, as Edgar thrills all the kids who show up to see the snowmen, the holiday is marred by some missing hunters.

[Mark Junk · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good short story. Very Hitchcockian. I enjoyed it a lot.

[Richno3]

Good quick read. As we all know a good snowman needs a good base.

[Sue · Rating 3 out of 5]

Disturbing.

[Blkvelvet · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! Who would have thought that a kindly old gentleman could kill. This was a nice short with a twist. I see author James Melzer has a knack for things macabre.

[Liz · Rating 2 out of 5]

Hmmmm

Just read Snowmen....the story was short and the ending surprised me. No further thoughts here....waiting to see what others think

[Top Cat =^_^= · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not what I expected but in a good way. Definitely worth reading! The ending will throw you through a loop

[Jodi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good quick read. I guessed the secret, but it was still an enjoyable read.