Thank you Netgalley, Brigids Gate Press, LLC and Kev Harrison for the eArc of Below.

This is a fast paced, quick read from Kev Harrison and it my first book from this author. I pretty much read this book in a few sittings and the plot was gripping enough to keep you engaged. The main characters were fairly well fleshed out and felt sensible and level headed and were easy to follow and bond with. Saying that, I felt that more could have been given to these characters, a bit of recklessness maybe could have made them more interesting and added to the overall atmosphere of the book.

The horror elements were well executed and gave homage to the claustrophobic/ creature feature tropes very similar to The Cave/Descent films, which I love. Again though, I felt like there could have been a lot more to build the atmosphere and this I feel is where the Book falls slightly short for me. I loved the whole underlaying backstory and the little tipbits of foreshadowing as the plot goes exactly where you thing its gonna.

Overall, its a well formatted, well paced and a well written book in which I thoroughly enjoyed.

3.25 stars for StoryGraph rounded to 3 for other review sites.

Nick has revered his grandfather his entire life. The absent hero, his namesake, buried alive in his final act of courage an ocean and thousands of miles away. Jess has outgrown her status as an all-action social media celebrity and the endless demands that come with it.

Adventure Travel TV has thrown this unlikely duo together, promising Jess the launchpad she craves and Nick the chance to tell his grandfather’s story first-hand, in the newly uncovered mine that still holds his remains from the twilight days of the gold rush. Is it a dream come true or a nightmare as someone or something stirs…BELOW.

Awesome, fasst paced horror novel that reminded me of the amazing movie The Descent. If you;re looking for a thrilling book that will creep you out, check out this book and author!

If you liked the movies, The Descent or As Above So Below, you'll enjoy this quick subterranean horror story! The pacing was great and the characters were realistic. I loved the twists and really enjoyed the letters left behind from the Grandfather, it really helped piece together what was happening underground. I also enjoyed that one of the characters was a content creator! This was definitely a quick and easy read, absolutely recommend!

This book had me hooked from the beginning. Kev Harrison did an excellent job with characters and the story line. I couldn't put it down. I was on a roller coaster the entire time because this book makes you have all the feels. It was well written, dark and gritty. I absolutely enjoyed every minute of this novel. I can't wait to read more from this author. I definitely recommend this book to other readers.

Thank you Net Galley ARC, Brigids Gate Press LLC, and Kev Harrison

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters came to life in the story and the plot made you want to know what happened next. I thought the plot was going to go one way but the interesting twist took it another way. I also liked the subtle romantic interest in the book. I would definitely read more books by this author.

3.5 stars rounded up

This was a quick, claustrophobic, and scary read! I cannot imagine going into old mine shafts where people had died and exploring something that hasn’t been seen by man in 60 some years. So creepy!

The dialogue was a bit odd, but the story line was good. I liked the Wendigo vibes and the old letters the group found written by Nick’s grandfather. This story reminded me of the video game “Until Dawn”. Jess, Nick, and Sofia were all likeable characters who you wanted to see make it. The ending was bitter sweet, I wasn’t expecting it at all.

If you’re looking for a quick, creepy, and claustrophobic read, this book is for you!

Nick's grandfather is celebrated as a hero for helping miners escape out of a collapsed mine. Nick, Jess, and Sofia decide to go into the mine many years later to document the mines and end up with an accurate account of Nick's grandfather's final moments. As they enter into the mines, strange things begin happening and they start finding even stranger journal entries written by Nick's grandfather.

This story reminded me a bit of As Above So Below and The Descent. This story was fast-paced and pretty action-packed. My only complaint is that I felt as though the book ended abruptly. It was also a little bit predictable, but still very enjoyable.

TW: cannibalism, confinement, death, injury detail

Below is a fast-paced horror/thriller by Kev Harrison that follows Nick Jones, Jess & Sofia as they try to uncover what happened to several miners who were trapped and never rescued decades after a 1957 mine collapse. The investigation holds special meaning for Nick since his grandfather and namesake, Nicholas Jones, was one of those trapped inside the mine after saving many of the other miners. After the blocked mine entrance is cleared and additional supports are added to shore up the tunnels, the trio enter and begin their search. They soon find the evidence they'd hoped for of the lost miners...and more.

I would give this story 4.5 stars if I could. My only minor complaints with the story are the apparent lack of concern about unexplained noises within the mine and with an event that causes the mine entrance to become blocked. The ending also felt a bit rushed, but overall this was a great story by a "new to me" author, and I'll be looking for more from him.

The author wastes no time getting to the action with this one. Within a few pages Nick, Jess, and Sofia are about enter an old collapsed mine where Nicks grandfather and other miners died in 1957. Nick, a mining engineer, Jess a social media adventure influencer, and Sofia a camera operator enter the mine to capture footage and hopefully create a successful documentary. Right upon entering the cave they hear odd sounds and get the feeling of something watching them. Along the way they find artifacts, and pages of journal entries from Nicks grandfather shedding light on the days they were trapped in the cave. As they descend deeper in the mine disturbing items are found along with a sinister creature. Faced paced adventure thriller with a supernatural creature.

A very interesting, engaging story. I loved the claustrophobic atmosphere and the tension. I truly enjoyed this novella.

what a whirlwind of emotions ! so gritty and exciting , I could not stop turning the page to see what would happen next.

This book was great! All of the twists and turns has me turning the pages. The main plot twist was an unexpected surprise. And the fact he helped him at the end was great.