Suspended in Dusk II

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Publisher Description

DUSK DEFENDS THE LIGHT FROM THE DARK. SOMETIMES…

Life is nothing if not constant change. And these changes force us to make terrifying choices that will lead us into either the light or the dark. Dusk is this tipping point, where things go well, or where they go very, very bad.

Suspended in Dusk II continues the legacy of editor Simon Dewar's anthology series. Volume II includes the disturbing work of seventeen extremely diverse voices from the horror and speculative fiction genres.

-- Teenage boys navigate the Dark Web where diabolical games of life and death await…
-- A woman stalked by shadows gets answers she doesn't want to hear…
-- Ghost hunters commune with malevolent spirits seeking vengeance on the living...
-- A family confronts a Maori legend that's less myth and far more terrifying truth…
-- A young man explores a love that continues to gnaw long after it's gone…
-- A group of adults encounter childhood fears that will not die…
-- And so much more.

Suspended in Dusk II is introduced by Angela Slatter and includes fiction from Ramsey Campbell, Stephen Graham Jones, Bracken MacLeod, Damien Angelica Walters, Alan Baxter, Paul Tremblay, Sarah Read, Christopher Golden, Nerine Dorman, Dan Rabarts, Gwendolyn Kiste, Benjamin Knox, Annie Neugebauer, J.C. Michael, Letitia Trent, Paul Michael Anderson and Karen Runge.

Confront your change. But you must first survive dusk.

Praise for Suspended in Dusk II:

"Simon Dewar's second installment of the series really delivers. This collection has thrown together a multitude of quality writing that begs to be read. There is darkness in the margins of each page, smudges of black ink threatening to swallow the reader when they aren't expecting," – Brian Bogart, Kendall Reviews

"Suspended in Dusk II grabs you by the throat from the very first story and does not let go. I honestly can't overstate how good this anthology was. There are some very heavy topics in the stories but…not a single one is played merely for shock value or cheap emotion." – Gracie Kat, Sci-Fi & Scary

"I appreciated the large amount of diversity in this book; from the foreword it became clear that individuals of all shapes of life were given the chance to contribute, and I feel that's largely absent in anthologies these days." – Red Lace Reviews

Proudly presented by Grey Matter Press, the home of multiple Bram Stoker Award-nominated volumes of horror.

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6 Reviews

4.0

Macabre Reads with James

Created over 5 years ago

Sadie Hartmann “Mother Horror”

Created almost 6 years ago

“"DUSK DEFENDS THE LIGHT FROM THE DARK. SOMETIMES... Life is nothing if not constant change. And these changes force us to make terrifying choices that will lead us into either the light or the dark. Dusk is this tipping point, where things go well, or where they go very, very bad." I loved reading the Editor's Foreward by Simon Dewar and Angela Slatter's Intro because both of their thoughts served to set the tone for the stories in this collection. They also helped me to keep a loose idea of the theme in my head while I was partaking of the various stories-it was entertaining to look for the common threads. I like to highlight my favorite stories in an anthology and say a few words about them-that way people reading this review can approach my (non spoiler) opinions with either a growing interest to pick this one up for themselves OR an invitation to discuss their favorites from the collection. SUSPENDED IN DUSK starts off with ANGELINE by Karen Runge. This is the first time I've read anything from Karen and I can't think of a better story to ignite my appetite for more. In just about 15 pages, Karen was able to dive into the deep end with a character named Angeline. This story was just a slice in the characters life but the glimpses the reader gets into this woman's mind are so painfully raw and intimate--I was floored by it, honestly. One of the best stories here. CRYING DEMON by Alan Baxter Aussie Author, Alan Baxter has quickly become a new favorite of mine. I always know, going into one of his stories, that I'm in very capable, writing hands. I love his author voice! This story, from the beginning, had this sour feeling that something bad was going to happen. It was particularly intense for me since the main characters were about the same age as my son-so I was already invested with some built-in "mom concern" for the situation. Alan had his hand on the temperature control and steadily kept turning up the heat until the end--and wow! That ending. This one unsettled me BAD. I even had to do a quick check on my son to make sure he was "just playing video games". Terrifying read. STILL LIFE WITH NATALIE by Sarah Read I read THE BONE WEAVER'S ORCHARD, a novel released this year (2019) and now I'm a huge fan! This story was totally written in Sarah's unique author's voice that I came to love over the course of reading her novel. She has a brilliant way with words that paint pictures in my mind--very detailed and descriptive prose. This one had an unexpected, startling conclusion that lingered with me for the day. Loved it. LOVE IS A CAVITY I CAN'T STOP TOUCHING by Stephen Graham Jones This story is so disturbing. I mean, on the surface of it--it appears very sweet and almost innocent but it's not. It's not innocent or sweet. It's dark and insidious. It creeps up on you like a tendril and then WHAM--it attacks you with a solid, creepy ending that just leaves you reeling. I kind of sat there and was like, "Wait--what did he just say? What's he doing? What is going to do??" and I read it like three times, each time getting more and more creeped out. I love SGJ! He's so unexpected with his storylines. THERE'S NO LIGHT BETWEEN FLOORS by Paul Tremblay In classic Tremblay form, this story was both emotional and terrifying. It played off my claustrophobia so effectively, I almost had to stop reading a few times just because I could feel my blood pressure rising and my chest getting that restrictive feeling that gives me anxiety. I love that Paul taps those subtle fears--the ones that hit so close to home. THE MOURNFUL CRY OF OWLS by Christopher Golden I love a good folklore tale, especially with a modern setting. This one was especially creepy because while I love owls, they're my favorite bird next to crows, I am still a little creeped out by them and there was some descriptive language in here about the 'shtriga' that really unnerved me. WANTS AND NEEDS by Paul Michael Anderson I'll show up for *anything* PMA wants to offer me. He owns the corner pocket of emotional horror/grief horror. I can't explain the way his stories make me feel but every time I start reading his prose, I know it's him. He evokes very visceral, raw emotion with his storytelling. This one is no exception. Do yourself a favor and get his collection, BONES ARE MADE TO BE BROKEN. AN ELEGY FOR CHILDHOOD MONSTERS by Gwendolyn Kiste Two sisters have to fight off a monster in their room night after night. I. LOVED. THIS. STORY. One of my favorites in the collection. I'd recommend this whole anthology JUST for this story alone. Gwendolyn is my go-to horror author for amazing female protagonists. LYING IN THE SUN ON A FAIRY TALE DAY by Bracken MacLeod This story killed me. It's good that it was the last story because I was wrecked. Oops. This one might be my favorite in the anthology. Damn, it would be hard to choose. Bracken is a forever favorite author. I swear the man can write *anything*. Literally any genre. Any style. Any subject. He is so comfortable with his voice and his narrative ability that as soon as I start reading, I feel totally in the zone every damn time. Truly one of the best in the genre right now. Insta-buy author. This is a must have anthology! But like Lavar Burton always says, you don't have to take my word for it! (This is Horror also just recognized it as a best anthology for 2018 and I voted for it to win!)”

Sue

Created over 8 years ago

“Suspended in dusk by Simon Dewar is a mystery and thriller and sci-fi and fantasy read. DUSK A time between times. A whore hides something monstrous and finds something special. A homeless man discovers the razor blade inside the apple. Unlikely love is found in the strangest of places. Secrets and dreams are kept… forever. Absolutely fantastic read. Simply unputdownable. Devoured in less than 24 hours. I loved the story and the characters. Highly recommended. 5* from me. Thanks to netgalley for the arc.”

bdejasu

Created over 9 years ago

“I’ve admittedly not read a lot of anthologies. Part of the reason for this is the simple fact that any collection of various creative people’s works inevitably results in as many possible outcomes of quality. I’ve read (or tried to read) a few anthologies before, only to be sorely disappointed by the large number of stories I disliked. So it was, then, with some skepticism, that I approached editor Simon Dewar’s Suspended In Dusk. Boy, was I not prepared for what I got. Not just some, but most of the stories in this collection were good, if not great. And a couple of them, to be frank, were downright phenomenal. After an impressive (and impressed) foreward by Jack Ketchum, and an informative and evocative introduction by Mr. Dewar, I was a little worried about the fact that the collection opened with Alan Baxter’s “Shadows of the Lonely Dead,” which was heartbreaking and moody, with a curveball ending that was all sorts of exquisite. Starting on such a high note was indeed a bold move; and while the next story kind of meandered, Armand Rosamilia’s “At Dusk They Come” nicely picked things up again, with some vivid imagery that neatly tied into the brilliant (and incredibly creepy) cover artwork. A few of the other greats included Chris Lamb’s “Ministry of Outrage” (which ought to be adapted into an episode of the UK show Black Mirror, Toby Bennett’s macabre tale “Made of Bone,” and Wendy Hammer’s “Negatives,” which delivered its images with an almost cinematic flair. Unfortunately, as was bound to be the case with an anthology, there were a few stories that didn't quite work for me. Some had strong beginnings, yet ended weakly. Others left me scratching my head at just what the heck was going on. And there were a couple of stories that were so unapologetically pessimistic and harsh that they left a foul taste in my literary mouth. Yet unmistakably, each one was very memorable and unique, and helped solidify this anthology. And then there were the really good ones… John Everson’s “Spirits Having Flown” was beautiful, eerie, moody, and flat-out original, and really helped hold this book on a high note. Ramsey Campbell’s “Digging Deep” (a reprint from his 2009 collection Just Behind You had me squirming where I sat, squealing aloud, for how wildly unnerving it got. And then there was J.C. Michael’s startling tale, “Reasons To Kill.” While it at first seemed to be (yet) another post-apocolyptic survivor’s tale, it quickly took an infinitely darker turn when the true nature of its McGuffin/villains was revealed; I won’t spoil it, as unfortunately other reviews have done – I’ll just insist that you read it and find out for yourself. If slightly uneven at times, I still look back on Suspended In Dusk with high regards. This was easily one of the best anthologies of 2014, and worth a read by anybody who likes some variety in their horror. (And as of December 2015, it’s still available on Amazon for a measly $.99!)”

daynpitseleh

Created about 10 years ago

“I received this from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Like most collections, there were a few good stories (ie - Burning, Ministry of Outrage, Maid of Bone), some clunkers, and the majority were alright. The idea of a collection of stories about dusk is intriguing, and it is fairly well executed. The version of the cover I saw made it seem like the collection was all horror stories, however, the anthology included a range of genres. In fact, the non-horror stories were some of the most successful. A decent all-around collection.”

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