A Firefighter Christmas Carol

And Other Stories

by Douglas R. Brown

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Pub Date Sep 13 2021 | Archive Date Dec 31 2021

ARC provided by Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op | Epertase Publishing

General Fiction (Adult) | Horror | Mystery & Thrillers

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Description

In his first short story collection, Douglas R. Brown draws inspiration from his career as a firefighter/paramedic along with a Charles Dickens classic in six thrilling tales exploring some of humanity’s darkest impulses.

A burned-out paramedic with PTSD receives a succession of ghostly visitors trying to help him face his demons before it’s too late. A solitary night janitor battles a sinister man in black. A firefighter fails to heed an otherworldly warning. A happily married man spirals into obsession over a comment by an internet troll. A man runs for his life down a dark country lane pursued by a stranger with murder in mind. A paramedic’s haunting secret threatens to destroy her life.

Written from the soul of a firefighter/paramedic who has seen his own struggles, A Firefighter Christmas Carol and Other Stories is an emotional rollercoaster from beginning to end and is not for the faint of heart.

In his first short story collection, Douglas R. Brown draws inspiration from his career as a firefighter/paramedic along with a Charles Dickens classic in six thrilling tales exploring some of...

Advance Praise

"The author is a former firefighter himself, and he writes from his heart. I'm personally convinced that he's a gifted storyteller. You'll find the stories in this book sinister and gripping." ~ Reedsy Reviewer

"Well thought out, good plot elements, yet quite simple and thought provoking, plus had me on the edge of my seat a few times. Highly recommended, well worth the read, especially if you feel like a quick read, that still has depth and easily holds the attention." ~ Amazon Reviewer

"Brutal (and I have to say honest) storytelling. These are great stories. Not for the faint of heart. This author has a fantastic way of leading you on a path that seems sound and then pulling the rug from under your feet. Douglas R. Brown has a Wonderful writing style also. Definitely a recommend read." ~ Amazon Reviewer

"The author is a former firefighter himself, and he writes from his heart. I'm personally convinced that he's a gifted storyteller. You'll find the stories in this book sinister and gripping." ~...