A grindhouse-esque anthology book
“Tranquil Disturbances” is the latest release from KHP Publishers.
Much like the Grindhouse double features of yesteryear this book is made up from two tales, one novel and one novella both penned by award winning horror writer Garry Charles.
The two stories are vastly different but they hold one similarity… they are written as a homage to the fiction from the late ’70s and early ’80s and guarantee the reader a roller coaster ride of adrenaline fueled mayhem and fear. In a further nod to the era Charles, with the help of KHP, arranged to have Dave Evans (original lead singer with AC/DC) to feature on the cover and his lyrics to appear throughout the DEATH TIDE segment of the double feature. Charles has already made mention of a possible DEATH TIDE screenplay going into development and promises to release more details as they become available.
Here’s what you can expect from “Tranquil Disturbances”…
TRANQUILITY: A ruthless motorcycle gang overruns the quiet, secluded town of Tranquility. While placing their injured own in the care of an unsuspecting citizen, they soon discover the eerie origins of the tight-knit community, and the sinister divinity that lies within the sacred chapelâ¦
DEATH TIDE: A tide of apocalyptic proportions bears down on the village of Westow. While near the shore, a research team is busy testing a brutal cross-species virus on an involuntary human subject. When the deluge hits full force and the manufactured infection becomes uncontained, the water poses an even deadlier threat. Before long the locals are battling a death tide of bloodthirsty animals and
humans alike.
EXCERPT: Dr. Lazarus moved with practiced precision, taking a scalpel from the trolley and leaning over Brennanâs chest as Armstrong looked on. Brennan didnât even flinch as the doctor went to work, making over a dozen tiny incisions across the pale flesh. Once finished, Lazarus dropped the scalpel back on the trolley, the tip coated in bright red. The doctor then pulled a second trolley nearer to the operating table. Sat on the trolley was a clear plastic case containing a large black rat. The vermin glared at Lazarus with pustule-encrusted eyes, the crimson bulges seeping tallow into the surrounding fur. Lazarus picked up the box and the rat hissed at him, rearing up on its back legs and scratching at the plastic with its front paws. Armstrong watched with a childlike fascination as the doctor set the case on Brennanâs chest and secured it in place with four heavy-duty straps. Dr. Lazarus smiled. âShall we begin?
“Tranquil Disturbances” is available now at Amazon.
Source: Shock Till You Drop
