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Die, Blossom, Bloom by Steve Boseley


“Even though the story starts with a killing, its true meaning only gradually appears in a masterful narration that soon turns surprisingly dark. Too dark, perhaps, for some readers, as this is not a novella for the squeamish. The pace picks up and soon readers find themselves in the uncomfortable position of rooting not for the "good" guys but for the murderer.” – N.R. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⁣ 5 stars


“Ted finds himself deeply suffering after the loss of his wife. I must say I felt quite sorry for him. Boseley has got in some quite touching details. But this is a horror story, so be prepared.” – Raymond Mathiesen


“A gripping look at the flowery passions and life in an idyllic English village that seems like it's straight out of Midsomer Murders. When I read the first few chapters, I had to look up Boseley - and specifically his age, as his portrayal of the elderly hero's daily struggles were so convincing that I felt certain Boseley himself would be in his 70s, or even older.

Even though the story starts with a killing, its true meaning only gradually appears in a masterful narration that soon turns surprisingly dark. Too dark, perhaps, for some readers, as this is not a novella for the squeamish. The pace picks up and soon readers find themselves in the uncomfortable position of rooting not for the "good" guys but for the murderer. I won't spoil the ending, but I will say I wish it were different.

Based on Die Blossom Bloom, I'll be reading Boseley's second book soon.” – Nicholas C. Rossis


“This story could be true in any little town. What Ted and Sissy went through just trying to fit in IS shameful. Since the town people did not want outsiders moving in, the community did not care too much when Sissy was no longer around. This story shows how a couples's love can carry them through anything.” – Chars

 

 

A pensioner with a newfound love of gardening, TED HARRIS is haunted by the memories of his wife’s death. A regular competitor in the village ‘In Bloom’ competition, GERALDINE BUTLER-THOMPSON is keen to put Ted down at any opportunity, and is more than happy to share her thoughts on his garden.

As Ted’s life with his wife is revealed, we get a glimpse into the love that they shared, before things started to go wrong. The choices that he made haunt him still, and Butler-Thompson pushes him to reveal more than he is willing to, leading to a showdown with JORDAN, Butler-Thompson’s grandson.

This confrontation pushes Ted towards what he sees as an inevitable conclusion, and a final showdown with Butler-Thompson.

The annual ‘Haverly in Bloom’ competition is the backdrop for this thrilling tale of love, murder and suspicion that is sure to leave you horrified.

 


About the Author

 

I've been writing since my late teens, but after losing the way when children and life came along, I picked writing up again seriously, in 2011.

After several false starts, I was published in several online horror webzines, including Microhorror, Schlock! Horror, and several others, which was a blast!

I have had work published by Alfie Dog fiction and those stories will be appearing in a later collection.

I have also had stories included in the anthologies The Asylum Within, and the Halloween edition of Dead but Dreaming...



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