The inhabitants of the sleepy little town called Gladys could rest at night. Wake up in the morning and go to their jobs, living their lives as normal. The police would report another animal attack and look for some wild creature capable of doing such a terrible thing. Over time the truth will fade and turn into myths. No one would ever believe a werewolf existed. It's just a myth-right?
Silver Moon is a short story about a woman named Jennifer. After working late one night, she wants nothing more than a night of soaking in the tub. But the night has other plans for her. On her way home, she passes by a broken down truck and decides to help an old man walking along the road towards the gas station. While driving to the station, the man tells her about reports of animal attacks that have recently been reported along the road they are traveling. After discovering what the man believes is behind the attacks, she gets a closer look than she believed possible.
Silver Moon is full of suspense, action and a small pinch of love interest. Although the story could be considered urban fantasy, it also had a horror feel to it. I really enjoyed this short story but would have liked for it to be longer even though it was not necessary. I guess I just did not want the story to end. Overall, it was a nice quick read with a neat ending.
Ms. Mitchell wrote this short story as part of an anthology, but it stands well on it's own. She manages to pack suspense, down and dirty fighting and love in a quick read. I enjoy Ms. Mitchell's writing and once again wasn't disappointed.