Bone Cider by Lucas Mangum

Great Halloween tale, a seasonal classic!

I was impressed with this tale of lore, myth, and the underlying darkness that comes from it. Lucas mentions he typically writes "splatterpunk", but in this tale, he stepped outside that form of storytelling, and the shoe fit. This was a dark, descriptive piece of fiction, that gives everyone a break from the extreme nature that is "splatterpunk" and it was refreshing to read. Keep the shoes on for awhile, Lucas, and entertain another audience, but only if the shoes are comfortable. This was a great read and should definitely be a Halloween read, every season.

Creepy and Atmospheric

Lucas Mangum really shows off in this short story. For many readers, we know Lucas as a splatterpunk author, but he turns that notion upside down. This story is creepy, but still has a deep seeded level of emotion. Death, discovery and family are explored in this story and Lucas creates a coming of age tale in only a handful of pages. Oh, and he used my name in the story, so that's pretty badass 😎.

Evocative Quiet Horror

"I took another sip of cider and closed my eyes. More memories drifted up from the ether, vivid as dreams." This is the type of horror that digs in and settles. The quiet horror that gives all the feelings. Senses of loss, the places that hurt, wanting to see that loved one just one more time. The dark October nights with a chill in the air and the returning dreams of a lost childhood. Finding a way to have that connection to once was, but is no longer. Wonderful!!♥