A spooky,fun, late 80s/early 90s era tale of 3 teens,a birthday party, and a demon.

This was a quick read that had me both smiling and creeped out! Nostalgia hit me hard with the era's references and as well as teen drama and sleepover memories. That part was fun and humorous. But when the story got into horror mode, this author didn't hold back on the creep factor! It really was a nice light blend of young adult horror.

I really enjoy this author's writing and will continue to read her work! 4⭐️

As always, thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to have an advanced ebook copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book is fun! It exceeded my expectations. It scratches the same itch as teen horror king RL Stine, a la Fear Street, but it’s got its own vibe, more modern and of the times even though it’s set in the 90s with all the touchstones. The real question though: how are the scares? I’m happy to say, the book delivers! There’s also a rather jarring twist, but it’s interesting nonetheless. Definitely not something I’ve seen before.

4/5 stars, pick it up if you’re nostalgic for old-school teen horror.

*An uncorrected proof of this book was provided by the publisher at the reviewer’s request in exchange for a fair and uncompromising review.

I simply cannot contain my enthusiasm and pure joy at this novella, DID SOMEONE SAY CAMPY PINK HORROR 90S NOSTALGIA DEMON FUN? (I did, hi!) I'm a huge fan of Wendy and this was incredible, I mean, look at the cover, already it's a winner, think goosebumps but girly, girlybumps- oh wait no that sounds wrong, this was an absolute joy to read, full of 90s nostalgia and had a sweet coming of age-esque vibe, focusing on the power of friendships, underneath the whole demon possession *thang*, for fans of MBFE (if you're not cool that's My Best Friends Exorcism) but make it YA, Point Horror, Jennifer's Body, The Craft..you get the vibe right? it's a vibe 🌟

campy, fun, and dramatic horror novella that really feels in the time. it's super cool and i would recommend itr for a short pulpy read. 5 stars. tysm for the arc.

This DEFINITELY took me right back to the 90’s. This definitely has a Goosebumps/Are You Afraid of the Dark type vibe and I’m here for it. Short one sitting read that will give you all the nostalgia!

Thanks to NetGalley for the copy of this ARC. This will be out in February of 2025!

A sweet sixteen birthday party gone wrong once the witchcraft and ouija board comes out to play. Pink GAY horror. PINK GAY HORROR!!! This reminded me so much of the baby horror (goosebumps, are you afraid of the dark) used to consume like a beast and made me insanely nostalgic. (also guys, do we remember the are you afraid of the dark episode of the kid stuck in the mall??) Campy fun and all around delightful. I enjoy every second of this short and fast paced story. We need more girl power 90's neon pink horror. In fact, I'm demanding it.

Loved this. I would have eaten this up when I was younger. I ate it up now as an adult. It's like a modern Goosebumps, so fun, so campy.

I'd have loved to have spent more time inside the magazine, I think only three chapters were fully spent there, but the rest of the story was just as enjoyable so it's really hard to complain.

I didn't know what pink horror was before this, but now I do, and it may be my new favorite. Will be reading more by Wendy Dalrymple immediately.