Where The Dead Don't Die

Name: Where The Dead Don't Die
Rating: 3.821 (14 reviews)
ISBN: 9798893990027

By Ronald J Murray & Candace Nola

Publisher Description

From Elgin-award nominated author Ronald J. Murray comes a collection of novelettes and short stories that all contain elements of betrayal, and comfortably fit into such horror subgenres as psychological, supernatural, Lovecraftian, and erotic.

"This raw exploration of the human psyche and relationships will bury deep beneath your skin. Murray takes readers through lyrically dark stories of labyrinths, rituals, sacrifices, and secrets. Dynamic and filled with compelling strangeness." -Sara Tantlinger, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of The Devil's Dreamland.

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Where The Dead Don't Die Reviews

3.5

Sabrina Deem

Created 9 months ago

Espen

Created over 1 year ago

“This book was more of a hit or miss for me. Some of the stories were really great others weren't for me. 1. Jealousy: 5/5 stars I'm really grateful that this book started with story. The whole idea and the storyline was amazing and the plot was compelling and captivating. The story had so many twist and turns that I never guessed the ending. 2. A Letter to My Future Corpse 2/5 stars The idea of this story was good but for my liking it wasn't elaborated enough therefor it wasn't catching my attention enough. This story could easily get more stars from other readers if this is exactly their type of horror story. 3. I Have Swallowed Sin 2,5/5 stars This story was captivating and did get me excited for the ending. Although the ending itself kinda disappointed me. That's the reason why it's only 2,5 stars. 4. In the Labyrinth 3,5/5 stars Another story were the idea and the plot both were compelling. It's not my type of horror story but it was well written, therefor it was even for me enjoyable. 5. Cornelia 5/5 stars Wow wow wow. This was my favorite story of the book. It was interesting throughout and I couldn't put it away for even one second. I had to finish it as fast as possible and wasn't disappointed even once, This story makes me want to read more books of this author. 6. The Incident at Shore Run Road 2/5 stars Another story that wasn't for me. I couldn't get into it and to be honest I also didn't understand the concept. Although I have to respect that it is well written and the wording was great. 7. To Taste Her Flesh 3,5/5 stars Also a great plot but I wished for more. The beginning and the ending were great but the middle was hard for me to get through. Combined it get's a rating 3,36 stars.”

Roo13

Created over 1 year ago

“I truly enjoyed this read, I have always been a big fan of collections of stories, especially horror/mystery ones. This was a great, quicker read to get me out of a reading slump and I truly enjoyed every second of this book! 5/5 <3”

OwaysReads

Created over 1 year ago

“This psychological horror collection of short stories is bound to make your skin crawl with atleast one of them... i am not the one usually for anthologies but i ate this one up. The fast paced stories take no time in setting up things and take you within uncomfortable spaces pretty soon. With themes of love, lust, betrayal and erotic intertwined with supernatural and dark recesses of human psyche, each story needs to be savoured on its own with their different plots and characters. The smooth writing style and easy flow, the stories move fast enough to keep you hooked as they navigate through. My favourite has to be Jealousy and I have Swallowed Sin A perfect read for horror fans who like things fast paced and be creeped out for all the right reasons”

Sally

Created over 1 year ago

“Ronald J. Murray is a new author for me, and I am delighted to have been introduced to his words. I truly enjoy collections and anthologies. I find a collection to be a great way to experience different facets of an author's voice all at once. Where the Dead Don't Die is a collection of short stories and novelettes, all with elements of betrayal. I found it extremely easy to get used to Ronald's style. Lyrical and beautiful, without being flowery. That's not easy to do, and he did it superbly. These tales were all dark and filled with tension and dread. A little bit about each story... Jealousy- A captivating, psychological, mind-fuck of a story! It's unhinged and off the wall. Is it mental illness? Intense deja vu? Something else? The answer was actually worse than what I expected, well played, Sir! A Letter to My Future Corpse- This story went DEEP! Beautifully written with lyrical prose that flowed effortlessly. It was meaningful and filled with pain. Quite an amazing reading experience. I Have Swallowed Sin- Medicine is good for you, except for when it's bad. You should take it, but not take it. No, definitely take it, but ignore the ghost, or listen to the ghost because maybe it's not a ghost. You know what, just pace the floor, that will work. In the Labyrinth- Probably my favorite in this collection. Lovecraftian and sexy. Deftly executed! Cornelia- Poor Brennan is in a bad accident on a snowy mountain road. His salvation comes from a man and woman that live deep in the woods. Think Wrong Turn, but spicy. The Incident at Shore Run Road- The mysterious room # 206. What lies behind its door? To Taste Her Flesh- Deliciously fucked up, and I loved every word! Where the Dead Don't Die is an amazing collection filled with lyrical prose, and some truly horrific acts of betrayal. Highly recommend!”