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There are ghost stories, folkloric myths, and indeed, a whole genre devoted to “horror fiction”. Sherry Austin’s collection of fine, literary tales of interactions between spirits and humans transcends all others. In a style reminiscent of Welty and O’Connor, the North Carolina Arts Council Literary fellow presents some unforgettable Southern ghost stories – heavily emphasizing the Carolinas. Austin’s descriptions of people and places are so mesmerizing – it’s difficult for the reader to pull away. Suddenly, the cold hand of the supernatural touches your shoulder as she deftly reveals that the character you’ve been intrigued by throughout the story is really…. Favorite tale? “Lost Soul” – where memories of an idyllic summer marred by tragedy lie in ambush beneath the waves of Sunset Beach.

Reviewed by Susanne W., South County Regional

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