#BookReview: The Angry Ghost & Other Stories by Peter Spokes!! @NetGalley #TheAngryGhostAndOtherStories #NetGalley

Title: The Angry Ghosts & Other Stories
Author: Peter Spokes
Genre: Horror, Paranormal, Adult Fiction
Publisher: Troubador Publishing 
Publication Date: February 19, 2018
Length: 540 pages
Source: NetGalley
Purchase: Amazon, Book Depository

Book Description:

A collection of spooky ghost stories and dark tales based on the classic style of horror/supernatural writing, The Angry Ghost and Other Stories introduces a return to classic form with a fresh perspective. A man journeying to Cornwall seeking a Ghost - and flowers, an obnoxious bully being welcomed to spend the evening at an old museum, and an author of fictional horror unable to take his friend seriously when he’s told of the Werewolf roaming around his village are just three of a collection that will have you reading with every light on. 

The stories have a chilling undertone, a sense of unease without outright horror which is matched by its cast of characters that run the gamut from the ordinary to the undead. These characters share the same fate, a confrontation with something unearthly and should not exist - that is, except in a world where creatures of darkness can still, occasionally, break through. The book also features a mix of voices, from first person to third, and from past to present tense which keeps the pace fast, exciting and varied. With descriptive language, the tales bring with them an atmosphere not easily shrugged off. 
“Ultimately, the storyteller weaves his tale of dark possibilities to coax out and into the light creatures that may occasionally intrude upon the living, but never encroach upon or breach the shield of safety of the listener. For the listener is always safe from ghosts…almost always.”

My Opinion:
I really enjoyed reading all these short stories about ghosts and men with dogs that aren't really there. I liked the authors writing and found myself gulping a bit with some of them. I like how you can read a few or just one and come back and get a chill from them. I enjoyed how the author talked about horror legends like H.P. Lovecraft and Vincent Price. I really enjoyed those little snippets. This writing is in a style that would remind me of The Twilight Zone or the old Alfred Hitchcock series on tv. I got immersed and enjoyed these stories. 

This book has all kinds of ghost stories from Women by lakes to campfire tales to Men & Dogs. I feel like there is something for everyone in this book. You are bound to like a story or if you are like me you will enjoy them all. I would recommend this for your bedside for a spooky read before bed. If you are like me you won't get nightmares for these easy and ghouly tales of ghosts. I totally enjoyed this and would recommend! 

I give this book 4 of 5 stars!

About the Author

A Note From the Publisher (From NetGalley):

Born in 1961, Peter Spokes has dedicated his working life to a career in the servicing of electronic test equipment. His love of literature - particularly classical horror and supernatural authors - has inspired him towards the creation of tales that he hopes are of a similar ilk.

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Disclaimer: I received this ARC from Netgalley with no expectations of a review. No one sponsored or endorsed this post. All opinions are honest and they are my own. All information on the book or author can be found at the authors website. Thank you to Netgalley for giving me a chance to read this novel.