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CAN YOU MAKE IT TO HALLOWEEN?
When a family finds themselves under siege by a band of bloodthirsty psychopaths, will they fall victim to their deadly tricks?
October 30, 1979. As thunder booms and lightning streaks the skies over Pine Hill Mental Hospital, a mass breakout unleashes dozens of dangerously disturbed inmates into the darkness. While the authorities scramble to round up the escapees through the storm, three of the institution's most demented patients form an unholy alliance - Jack, a charismatic cult leader, Ollie, a debaucherous deviant, and Wallace, a mute mountain of a man with freakish strength and no conscience.
Liberated from their imprisonment, the trio of madmen celebrate their newfound freedom by leaving a trail of mutilated bodies across the countryside.
Meanwhile, Susan, a young mother, braves the storm with her eight-year-old son, attempting to get away from a different kind of monster - a tormenter in the form of a man she once loved but now turns her every waking moment into a living nightmare. A man that will not be happy to find his family has fled...and will go to any lengths to bring them home.
Seeking refuge at her brother's farm, Susan's respite will be short-lived when the maniacs descend on the isolated family in the midst of a blackout, seeking fresh blood to spill.
This retro slasher novella from James Kaine, author of Pursuit and Black Friday will send you on a pulse-pounding roller coaster of terror that begs one simple question:
WILL ANYONE SURVIVE MISCHIEF NIGHT?
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James Kaine’s 'Mischief Night' masterfully captures the chilling essence of classic slasher horror with a fresh, vintage twist. Set against the ominous backdrop of Halloween’s eve in 1979, the story opens with a violent breakout at Pine Hill Mental Hospital, unleashing a terrifying trio of psychotic criminals—Jack, a cult leader with magnetic and sinister charisma; Ollie, a reckless deviant; and Wallace, a silent brute with monstrous strength. Their escape sets off a gruesome killing spree, weaving a trail of fear throughout the countryside. At the core, the novella also explores the harrowing journey of Susan, a young mother desperate to protect her son from a different kind of menace—an abusive ex-partner whose obsession drives him to sinister extremes. Seeking refuge at her brother’s isolated farm, Susan’s fragile safety is shattered as the escaped inmates close in, turning the stormy, blackout night into a battleground between survival and slaughter. What makes 'Mischief Night' stand out is its atmospheric storytelling that combines claustrophobic terror with the emotional depth of family struggle. Readers will appreciate how the narrative balances explosive horror scenes with moments of intense psychological tension, evoking the spirit of 1970s horror films while delivering a fresh, gripping narrative. The novella’s compact length makes it an ideal quick read to get in the Halloween mood, while its rich characterization and suspenseful pacing ensure a compelling experience from start to finish. Fans of retro horror and slasher stories will find James Kaine’s work a thrilling addition to their collection. For those looking to explore slasher horror that evokes nostalgia but also feels current, 'Mischief Night' is a must-read that raises classic questions: who can you trust when everyone is a potential threat, and will anyone survive the night? This book offers a perfect blend of the supernatural thriller and psychological horror genres, making it an outstanding recommendation for the spooky season.
Sounds like a good read!!