Horror Aficionados discussion
This topic is about
Bruises on a Butterfly
Group Reads: Guest Author Invite
>
February 2024 Group Read with Guest Author, Chad Lutzke
date
newest »
newest »
This book was so good! I can't wait for everyone to read it!Welcome back, Chad!
Mod
I preordered this one. Looks good. I am trying to dip my toe into more cosmic horror.
The blurb alone is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!
Welcome back Chad, great introduction,
Hey, folks! Honored to be here and that you'd take the time to read my new book. It looks like Cemetery Dance put up a pre-order link for the Kindle on Amazon, and both PB and Kindle will be out this Friday. Happy reading, and talk soon!
Mod
A bit of trivia for readers now that the book is out. The working title was called THE MELDING, but I didn't want the focus on the body horror...or any horror at all, which is actually secondary to the relationships, empathy, and having a caring tribe in your corner during the rough times.
Mod
Rachel from Shades of Orange on YT gave a phenomenal review for your Stirring the Sheets novel, so that will be my next read after this :)
Kasia wrote: "Got my copy, I always hear how you're such a master of writing human emotions and relationships Chad, so excited to dive into your newest creation. Rachel from Shades of Orange on YT gave a pheno..."
Thanks so much. I hope you love them both!
Mod
WOW.
I also finished the story in basically one setting. I am processing my thoughts before I review, but a couple observations about me, not the book. This story made me feel feelings, and I watch WAY to many movies. This was an excellent, heart-rending story.
The third Chad Lutzke I read. Third punch in the gut. Chad Lutzke moves me. Every single time.
If you hesitate to read it, just don't!
Kimberly wrote: "So I started--and finished--in one sitting. I FEEL. No spoilers, but this novella will stay with you. (Review to come after I process it).WOW."
Thanks, Kimberly! So glad you enjoyed it.
Badseedgirl wrote: "I also finished the story in basically one setting. I am processing my thoughts before I review, but a couple observations about me, not the book. This story made me feel feelings, and I watch WAY ..." Appreciate that very much. Thank you.
Seb wrote: "The third Chad Lutzke I read. Third punch in the gut. Chad Lutzke moves me. Every single time.
If you hesitate to read it, just don't!"
Appreciate your readership, Seb. Thank you!
Mod
WOW."
Stellar recommendation then, love that! I'm starting now :)
Mod
WOW."
Stellar recommendation then, love ..."
I'm still thinking of these characters!!
Mod
Kasia wrote: "Got my copy, I always hear how you're such a master of writing human emotions and relationships Chad, so excited to dive into your newest creation. Rachel from Shades of Orange on YT gave a pheno..."
I can confirm Rachel's thoughts on that one, Kasia.
Seb wrote: "The third Chad Lutzke I read. Third punch in the gut. Chad Lutzke moves me. Every single time.
If you hesitate to read it, just don't!"
What Seb said!
Mod
She's dangerous, made me buy soooo many books she talks about haha.
Mod
And I don't mean this John Wick,
but this one.
Chad, did you have friends like these when you were growing up and then base your characters on them?
Kasia wrote: "Uff, I'd send John Wick after Taylor's dad... you know the story and writing is amazing when you get so pissed off and upset at a character!And I don't mean this John Wick,
but this one.
"
Ohhh! I'd watch that movie :)
Char wrote: "Chad, did you have friends like these when you were growing up and then base your characters on them?"Nope. I didn't really base them on anyone...unless it was done on a subconscious level. But I did have friends who I built countless forts with over the years, and I did live near cornfields. Some of our forts were in the trees, some on the ground, some IN the ground. It was a favorite pastime at a certain age.
I read it in one sitting, and I just had to sit in silence for a bit. This was my first body horror book, and I'm so happy it was. I never thought I'd be a body horror fan. BUT THIS!? The horror of how he was quickly melting into a cocoon hurt so much more reading about their friendship and fears. I know the feeling of an unsafe house, knowing the person living there can/will hurt you. SO EFF THE DAD! I hope he rots in the hell! I hope the kid can finally feel the freedom he didn't have as a human. It really was his best story yet.
Chad, you're a genius, and I will read all your stories.
Harpreet wrote: "I read it in one sitting, and I just had to sit in silence for a bit. This was my first body horror book, and I'm so happy it was. I never thought I'd be a body horror fan. BUT THIS!? The horror of..."Thanks so much! That means a lot!
Wow! This is the my first time reading your work, but it won't be the last. I read this in two hours! Your writing has a beauty to it, even with the horrible circumstances. This story brought me back to that kind of pre-teen friendships and loyalty that can sometimes get lost in the trappings of adulthood. Thank you for this story, it wrecked me...in a good way.
Mod
It wrecked me as well--but as you said, in a good way!
Yolanda wrote: "Wow! This is the my first time reading your work, but it won't be the last. I read this in two hours! Your writing has a beauty to it, even with the horrible circumstances. This story brought me ba..."I appreciate that very much, Yolanda! Thank you!
Brilliant writing, beautiful story about friendship and characters you can’t help but love. This is a great book!
Rikki wrote: "Brilliant writing, beautiful story about friendship and characters you can’t help but love. This is a great book!"So glad you enjoyed it, Rikki. Thanks for the kind words!
I read the work by Chad and I was moved to tears, all choked up. Narrative is tight and length short but Lutze manages to etch out the personalities and strengths of these young boys. Talented and effective storyline??? Oh, yeah!!
I loved this book! still thinking about this a week after reading it. that says it all i think
Mod
Omg same, Chapter 29 had me -
Pisces51 wrote: "I read the work by Chad and I was moved to tears, all choked up. Narrative is tight and length short but Lutze manages to etch out the personalities and strengths of these young boys. Talented and ..."Thanks so much for taking the time to read the book and for the kind words.
lucky 13 wrote: "I loved this book! still thinking about this a week after reading it. that says it all i think"Great to hear! Thank you!
Mod
I feel like it put my heart into a blender then made me drink it as I got closer to the end. Such a unique and evocative novella. So glad I got to read it!
Kasia wrote: "Just finished a minute ago... packs a punch, what a story!I feel like it put my heart into a blender then made me drink it as I got closer to the end. Such a unique and evocative novella. So glad..."
Very kind of you. Thank you!
I just wanted to thank everyone for having me and for taking the time to read BRUISES ON A BUTTERFLY, leave a review, etc. It means a lot. I'll be around if there are any questions. Happy reading, folks!
Mod
Mod
Pre-Order link from the publisher, Cemetery Dance: https://www.cemeterydance.com/butterf...
I’ll post the Amazon link as soon as it’s available!