Review: A bookstore with a twist...4 1/2 Stars
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 05 25, 2012
"To Read or Not to Read" is a short story by author Vincent Hobbes. This Kindle e-book was a 106 Kb download (approx. 16 printed pages) and was free (normally $0.99) at the time of writing this review.<spoilers>Herr Strauss owns a small unique bookstore where the books are free but you must buy the time to read them...  unusual to say the least. But be reassured, Herr Strauss does his best to make sure all his books are safe for his clientele. Really too bad for Shelby that Herr Strauss was having an off day when she walked through the door.<end spoilers>Some thoughts on "To Read or Not to Read"...1.) an intriguing story line.2.) skillful use of pace and timing to make sure the story revealed enough details at just the right moments.3.) four different characters introduced within the short span of this little tale.4.) a nifty surprise ending.5.) not really sure if the title fits... almost seems a little forced.6.) I have no idea what the cover art is trying to portray.Conclusion:A really good short story that delves into the horror-lite genre.Well written and skillfully told.4 1/2 Stars.Ray Nicholsonraynicholsonsreviews@hotmail.com