harriet96

The Old One is a quick read and is quite different than most horror stories out there that focus on blood, gore, and murder, instead focusing on an ancient creature in the woods that has been killing people for countless years. From the brief tales shared by several characters, you begin to understand the effect the creature has had on the townspeople. Each of these characters has a past with this "mountain" and many have lost friends or acquaintances to its wrath. I found the writing to be very short and straightforward, incorporating just the right amount of fright. While I wouldn't say I found The Old One terrifying, it certainly speaks to the old cautionary tales of 'stay out of the woods'.

2023-02-12 20:18