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DW Davis's avatar

As if a creature that feasts on human flesh wasn't bad enough. Now, the original creature may be dead but its flesh and blood are turning humans into its spawn? I can see this situation getting way out of hand. Looking forward to the next chapters.

MissLissaWrites ❤'s avatar

Starting the series, can't wait to read more my friend.

AsukaHotaru's avatar

I was already having such a good time with the black vans and Nerd Patrol and all that nasty, controlled chaos... then the hospital explosion and that one heat signature turning into not quite human yanked the floor right out from under me...

Bon C's avatar

Love this! A bit late starting on the chapters but I am hooked!!

Alicia's avatar

Really enjoyed reading a longer work of yours, John!! The beginning is bangin'.

John Watson - Horror Author's avatar

Thank you. This one gets a bit bonkers.

Alicia's avatar

I can tell! The first chapter is pretty bonkers. Oh, and props for setting it in my hometown. 👊

Kimberly B🌴👻🌴's avatar

This is awesome. I always enjoy your dialog. Excited for another serial!

Lauren🕯️'s avatar

The tension between Drake and Rankin is electric—it’s clear that the monsters outside the van aren't the only ones Drake has to worry about. The pacing here is excellent; moving from an earthquake to a potential 'infectious' outbreak kept me hooked. Can't wait to see how the Nerd Patrol handles the cavalry arriving! “This creature is a shapeshifter, but she may also be, how can I put it, infectious." Such a standout line🖤🖤🖤

Lauren🕯️'s avatar

I’m so excited to read more!!!

Monica A Leyva's avatar

John, This felt like watching a film scene unfold.

Strong pacing, great tension, and that final shift landed. Really enjoyed this.

John Watson - Horror Author's avatar

Thank you. Chapter 2 is coming tomorrow.

Monica A Leyva's avatar

Can’t wait. You never disappoint

Sarah C. Brody's avatar

Can't wait to read more! 👀

John Watson - Horror Author's avatar

The chapters ill come quickly. Probably every 2-3 days.

Sarah C. Brody's avatar

that makes me happy!

Eric O'Neal's avatar

Well, this idea is fun as hell.

Vivian's avatar

Wait! A billionaire collecting monsters? I love how unhinged that is🫣 also, I'm totally stealing "nerd patrol" and using it as a group chat name

Crosswind Chronicles's avatar

This feels like the start of something I’d binge instantly.

The tension of waiting outside instead of charging in was awesome and that shift from “hunt” to “this might be spreading” changed everything.

Super clean, fast, and easy to get pulled into. Nice work.