A supernatural short story that will spiral you down the rabbit hole. Meet my Alice if you dare! …Are you more old-school? Enjoy Alice in paper in a special anthology which includes a special bonus of Camp Century.
Bibiana Krall draws you into this story of suspense and chills from page one, taking you step by step to face evil, and the fears within. Haunting characters and narrative, keeping you in suspense till the very end. Highly recommended!
Author
edenisebillups
3 years ago
The unusual cold presages evil to come as college student Bibiana finishes a day of classes, a part-time job, and begins her night shift at Beth Manna, a shelter for the homeless. She’s struck by a new resident Alice Barnett a woman with a history of criminal offenses and mental illness. But it’s not Alice’s mental illness that’s disturbing, but something strange in Alice’s eyes. Soon after everyone is off to bed, and the home has been secured, Bibiana heads to her private quarters to finish school work. Just as she’s about to doze off, a loud bang startles her from sleep. It’s Alice, on a mission to bring Bibiana to a man on the upper floor. Believing Alice is having a psychotic episode, Bibiana plays along, and heads upstairs, but unusual sounds, smells, and eerie sensations warn her of something evil waiting. Bibiana begins to suspect Alice is telling the truth. What she experiences upstairs is ungodly and unexpected, confirming her suspicions. Alice is not crazy, merely an unfortunate soul, a messenger of an evil older than time itself. Alice is a very well crafted short story by Bibiana Krall. I can’t wait to read the sequel!
Author
kellymiller
3 years ago
Alice is a fabulous and scary short read that takes place in a women’s shelter. The protagonist is a working college student who has a memorable encounter with the title character, a guest in the shelter with a colorful past. If you like spooky tales, give this brief, well-written one a read!
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cathleenmaza
3 years ago
A homeless shelter, a cold night, and an over-worked college student set the stage for this chilling short story by author Bibiana Krall. Add in an emotionally unstable resident and a lack of any additional hired support hanging around, and the situation turns terrifying. Then, through the artful use of well-crafted prose, the author pulls you right into that dark hallway next to her as she explores all possible hiding places for evil. In addition, during this entire nightmare encounter, alternate waves of fear and compassion for the mysterious Alice are present and palpable. What was her ultimate fate? Did she bring this evil with her or was it already waiting there? In the end, one of the only solid conclusions that we’re left with is that Alice had much more to her than what could be contained in a file folder…including the ability to sense an amazing young woman’s capacity and compassion. Five stars and high recommendations for this short but mighty thriller! (less)
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kmreents
3 years ago
If you enjoy being scared, wondering if what you’re reading could really happen (and hoping the answer is no!), and not being able to put your book down… this is your book and your author! This was the first book by this author I’ve read and will not be my last. Bibiana Krall writes a page turning story that makes you glad to reach the end, but also wanting more!
Author
tinamariemiller
3 years ago
Wow! This was such an enjoyable short story packed with suspense that kept me on the edge of my seat. The author quickly drew the reader in through her enticing, creative writing. I found myself holding my breath, continually trying to second guess as the story unfolds but ultimately the ending was unexpected! It’s a great read!
Author
johndarrylwinston
3 years ago
I’ve never experienced a paranormal event, at least not one I choose to remember that way. But I’m wondering has author, Bibiana Krall seen more than meets that natural-world-eye, as she gives one of her protagonists her name and crafts a frightening short story that feels remarkably real. Alice, the supporting character is well written, but the literary order of the day is suspense. I had to wait until morning to finish, as I didn’t want to be up all night in deep thought or worse, scured (scared). I’ve become of fan of Krall words, a follower of her phrases. Better to let them read for themselves.
“Her illness was so aggressive-that one of her personalities was actively trying to destroy the other six.”
“He uses fear like steak sauce and moral sins build his dormitory, one human at a time.”
“Pure evil ain’t pretty. That’s the truth.”
“Celestial backup is never a bad thing.”
This one gets five big stars and is highly recommended.
By bibianakrall
Bibiana Krall draws you into this story of suspense and chills from page one, taking you step by step to face evil, and the fears within. Haunting characters and narrative, keeping you in suspense till the very end. Highly recommended!
The unusual cold presages evil to come as college student Bibiana finishes a day of classes, a part-time job, and begins her night shift at Beth Manna, a shelter for the homeless. She’s struck by a new resident Alice Barnett a woman with a history of criminal offenses and mental illness. But it’s not Alice’s mental illness that’s disturbing, but something strange in Alice’s eyes. Soon after everyone is off to bed, and the home has been secured, Bibiana heads to her private quarters to finish school work. Just as she’s about to doze off, a loud bang startles her from sleep. It’s Alice, on a mission to bring Bibiana to a man on the upper floor. Believing Alice is having a psychotic episode, Bibiana plays along, and heads upstairs, but unusual sounds, smells, and eerie sensations warn her of something evil waiting. Bibiana begins to suspect Alice is telling the truth. What she experiences upstairs is ungodly and unexpected, confirming her suspicions. Alice is not crazy, merely an unfortunate soul, a messenger of an evil older than time itself. Alice is a very well crafted short story by Bibiana Krall. I can’t wait to read the sequel!
Alice is a fabulous and scary short read that takes place in a women’s shelter. The protagonist is a working college student who has a memorable encounter with the title character, a guest in the shelter with a colorful past. If you like spooky tales, give this brief, well-written one a read!
A homeless shelter, a cold night, and an over-worked college student set the stage for this chilling short story by author Bibiana Krall. Add in an emotionally unstable resident and a lack of any additional hired support hanging around, and the situation turns terrifying. Then, through the artful use of well-crafted prose, the author pulls you right into that dark hallway next to her as she explores all possible hiding places for evil. In addition, during this entire nightmare encounter, alternate waves of fear and compassion for the mysterious Alice are present and palpable. What was her ultimate fate? Did she bring this evil with her or was it already waiting there? In the end, one of the only solid conclusions that we’re left with is that Alice had much more to her than what could be contained in a file folder…including the ability to sense an amazing young woman’s capacity and compassion. Five stars and high recommendations for this short but mighty thriller! (less)
If you enjoy being scared, wondering if what you’re reading could really happen (and hoping the answer is no!), and not being able to put your book down… this is your book and your author! This was the first book by this author I’ve read and will not be my last. Bibiana Krall writes a page turning story that makes you glad to reach the end, but also wanting more!
Wow! This was such an enjoyable short story packed with suspense that kept me on the edge of my seat. The author quickly drew the reader in through her enticing, creative writing. I found myself holding my breath, continually trying to second guess as the story unfolds but ultimately the ending was unexpected! It’s a great read!
I’ve never experienced a paranormal event, at least not one I choose to remember that way. But I’m wondering has author, Bibiana Krall seen more than meets that natural-world-eye, as she gives one of her protagonists her name and crafts a frightening short story that feels remarkably real. Alice, the supporting character is well written, but the literary order of the day is suspense. I had to wait until morning to finish, as I didn’t want to be up all night in deep thought or worse, scured (scared). I’ve become of fan of Krall words, a follower of her phrases. Better to let them read for themselves.
“Her illness was so aggressive-that one of her personalities was actively trying to destroy the other six.”
“He uses fear like steak sauce and moral sins build his dormitory, one human at a time.”
“Pure evil ain’t pretty. That’s the truth.”
“Celestial backup is never a bad thing.”
This one gets five big stars and is highly recommended.