A town ensnared by black magic
Nate and Miranda’s long-standing relationship appears to be coming to an end. But the relationship takes an unexpected turn when upon visiting the local pub one evening, both are accosted by a raving patron. Shortly thereafter, strange marks show up on Nate’s face and Miranda begins to act weird. Then after an encounter with the loon that lives on the outskirts of town, Miranda insists that Nate go make amends, but on the way there he meets up with a traveling band of folk performers. Through them, he learns that all is not as it seems in Raven Hill. The village has fallen under the control of a rogue witch who has caused the land to fester and rot before their eyes. With the only option being to rid the village from the witch’s influence Nate tags along with the troupe to help. What he learns in the process opens his eyes to an entirely new and sinister world that he had never before imagined existed.
Raven Hill is an addictively suspenseful horror novella by author Jools G. King. Starting slowly, King paints a suspenseful picture of a town gripped by a sinister entity. For me this was reminiscent of how the town of Gatlin was at the mercy of the children of the corn. (And the irony of this statement is not lost on me either) Raven Hill’s problems are not the result of mere children, but a 300-year-old rogue witch and her minions. The story quickly picks up once Nate meets Abbie and her coven and learns about their true reasons for being at the village. After he makes the decision to join them I can only say that the pace, narrative and overall vibe of the book kicked into hyperdrive. King’s descriptions of the witch’s lair were so vivid I was practically gagging while reading. And for a long-time fan of horror – the bloodier the better – this is a feat that only a few authors have ever achieved.
Clocking in at around 150 pages, Raven Hill is a quick read that will suck you in and keep you entertained and maybe even a little grossed out. If you are a fan of horror, suspense, and are not squeamish then Raven Hill would be a good quick hit to add to your TBR. This is the first book that I have read from this author, but I am looking forward to reading more.
Full Disclosure: I was provided an ARC copy of this book by the author of their authorized representative however I have voluntarily chosen to write a review. All opinions are my own.
Jennly Reads 