I want to rate this one higher. I enjoyed the novel overall, and liked the author's writing style. The premise of it was intriguing and unique, and I was eager to see how it all unfolded.

However, two things stop me from giving this a higher rating:

1) The main character is a rapist. That, in itself, is not the issue- two of my favorite books, Clockwork Orange and American Psycho, have main characters that are obviously less than savory. I don't necessarily need a main character that is right and good and someone I can empathize with.

The issue lies in the fact that he never takes accountability or expresses remorse. The wrong of what he's done is all focused on him and how it affected his life. There's a myriad of excuses and never any responsibility. This holds true through the end where he seems to he supposedly redeemed. He's not even redeemed through his own actions, but the actions of another. Big yikes.

2) The second issue I had is that I wanted to know more about the antagonist. I don't always need to know every minute detail of everything, and sometimes mystery and vagueness is very effective. In this case, however, many hints are dropped about Benjamin's past and why he's focused on rapists in particular. It's clear that it connects back to Black Rock's history in some way, but never made obvious what that exact connection is. I feel like knowing this would have fleshed things out more.

Despite these two flaws, I did enjoy this in general and would be willing to give this author another chance.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing a free copy in exchange for an honest review!

I received an advanced copy of this ebook from the publisher for an honest review. This book is well written and the characters are described well. This book is set in Black Rock, Indiana. This book is fast paced and sucks you in it from the absolute first page. It keeps you on the edge of your seat trying to figure out what will happen next. It has the creepiest of vibes perfect for fall. I enjoyed Abby's character. ⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️TRIGGER WARNING MENTIONS RAPE ⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️⚠️. I would definitely recommend reading this book to anyone and everyone. I plan to read more books by this author in the near future. This ebook is in stores for $5.99 (USD).

*Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my honest review*

This book has it all. Thrills, suspense, mystery, horror and a touch of the paranormal all rolled into one. I will definitely read more of David Odle's books!

Do you have a secret that yo never told anyone? Pastor Thomas Loggins has a wife and daughter that he loves very much. One day he gets a phone calls asking for an appointment to see the pastor. The pastor is meeting with a potential new member of his church for breakfast. When he meets the stranger, they chat amicably then the “stranger” gives him information about a secret no one knows not even his wife. E tells Pastor Thomas that it’s time to pay up—to choose himself or his daughter — if he doesn’t want to die. He gives him a week decide. He leaves the restaurant. Thomas is crying but doesn’t realize it. His waitress asks him f he is okay.

The horror novel is dark. It has rage and violence. There are surprises. In joyed this novel as I am a fan of horror. I was amazed by what happened and didn’t happen. It’s a story you might want to read during daylight. I will be checking out his other novels and future novels. This novel is a refreshing horror story.

This is my first book from this author and I definitely plan on reading more. This book had a creepy atmosphere and it kept me reading.

No one is without sin. All of us have hurt others during our lifetime and most of us feel remorse for the hurt we’ve caused. Remorse isn’t enough if you’re unlucky enough to live in Black Rock. A strange man may call on you and tell you that it is time to pay. This man, Benjamin or Michael or whatever he calls himself today is in Black Rock to give you absolution,….at a price. You must make an impossible, unbelievable and deadly choice. You have a few days to ponder your choice. Pastor Thomas is given this choice and decides to must be a way to fight back. Take this scenario, add in a pack of mad dogs and you have Hell in Black Rock.
This book starts like a horrific scream and shudders all the way through to the end. Excellent storytelling and characterization with some foreshadowing that made me want to reach into the pages and warn one character in particular. Note to travelers: don’t turn off at Black Rock. Beware of dogs. Just keep,driving.
Thank you #netgalley and #BlackRoseWriting for the #BlackRock ARC.

I enjoyed this creepy small town tale. I had never read this author so it was better than I expected. Look forward to more from them.