Not too long ago I posted about the upcoming release of Hunter Shea’s newest book, Antarctic Ice Beasts. I sat down and read it in one night and now have my review to share with you.. Horror fans are gonna want to grab their copy. Just click on the cover or link to get yours.
Antarctic Ice Beasts
by Hunter Shea
My Review
I have been reading a lot of books set in inclement weaher conditions, especially in Antarctica. I was beyond thrilled when I spotted Hunter’s upcoming new release in his newsletter. Went right over and ordered me a copy and dove in the minute it showed up.
You know the skinny from reading the blurb, but just in case, here’s a brief recap. The crew of US Freedom Base, located in the worst part of Antarctica, are staying through the long, dark winter. Conditions are bad. A huge storm is blowing outside and they’re worried if the structures can withstand it. Then, they learn an even worse storm is following close on it’s heels. But they have far worse things to fear. Another storm is coming. It’s not the weather. It’s not human. It’s something other. None of them may survive until help can arrive. And who knows when that will be.
Hunter never wastes time on dropping you right in the thick of things. I met the characters. Got to know some. Like some. Not like some so much. Then the things came knocking on the door. Or rather, trying to knock it down. They weren’t what I was expecting. In fact, the way the rest of the story went wasn’t what I was expecting. That’s okay. The author threw me a curve ball and gave me bloody violence, characters to use as chum, monsters of a most unusual and creepy kind and a twist to the story that, while it felt like he was reaching somewhat, sure did have me poring over each word, making sure I grasped it right and didn’t miss anything.
I would say this fell between three and four stars for me. As I don’t do half star ratings I always bump it up. While I might not have got the story I thought I was going to get, it was a goodie. And Hunter can surprise me anytime. I’ll keep coming back for more.
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Synopsis
The South Pole in winter is one of the deadliest places on Earth. The seven person crew of the US Freedom Base lives alone in months of utter darkness with no hope of help or rescue. A freak storm batters the walls and threatens to expose them to the deadly cold. All they can do is wait…and pray.
The ground quakes. An alien screech rips through the night. There’s something, or someone, lurking outside. Fists bang on the walls. Each tiny crack in the base spells death by hypothermia.
Untold horrors have come to Freedom Base…and they want in!
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Author Hunter Shea
movies, reading forbidden books and wishing Bigfoot would walk past
his house. He’s the author of over 17 books, including The
Jersey Devil (Pinnacle 2016)), Tortures of the
Damned (Pinnacle 2015), and We Are Always
Watching (Sinister Grin). Hunter’s novels can even be found on
display at the International Cryptozoology Museum. The Montauk
Monster (Pinnacle 2014) was named one of the best reads of the
summer by Publishers Weekly. He was selected to be part of the
launch of Samhain Publishing’s new horror line in 2011 alongside
legendary author Ramsey Campbell. His video podcast, Monster
Men, is one of the most watched horror podcasts in the world. Living
with his crazy and supportive family and two cats, he’s happy to be
close enough to New York City to see the skyline without having to
pay New York rent.
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I’m going to be reading this one at some point this week-I’m on a winter horror setting kick at the moment!
I’ve been reading a lot of books with winter settings. Especially ones in Antarctica.
Cold settings make everything scarier!
I think so too!
I love the set up for this story, glad you ended up enjoying it, I’ve been so curious! I’ve only read one Shea book so I need to read a few more😁
I’ve read almost all of his books. Just got another one in the mail this week!
I recognize his name from other of your reviews and by the way you wrote it I can feel a kind of “pattern” in his writing and story build! Just a little sad that it was not the best for you because the blurb seemed really promising! I could see that one as a movie.
It would be a wild movie!
Sounds like another fun monster romp from Shea. I have too many in the pile right now to add it but I’ll get to it one of these days!
This one sure did take an interesting turn:)
So glad you got one you enjoyed from a favorite author. If you like this weather and dystopia, I’d recommend highly The Wolves of Winter by Tyrell Johnson. I got it at the library because it was an Audible daily deal which sounded interesting. I’m liking dystopian a lot more often lately.
I have that book on my wish list! I should check my library too.
I’ve never read any of Hunter Shea’s books, though I’ve seen them around. I am glad you enjoyed this one, Laura:)
I had fun. Sarah. And I’ll always grab Hunter’s books when they come out.
I’m so glad you liked this one!! I need to snag a copy soon! 🙂
Erica | Erica Robyn Reads
Hunter continues to keep me happy with his books:)
I’ve never read a story set in Antarctica. That would be a great place for a story. I’m going to have to look into this. Thanks for sharing.
Melanie @ Hot Listens & Books of My Heart
I didn’t plan it but several books I read recently took place there. It sure adds to the intensity when the characters have to battle their environment just to survive.
So glad I have this one. Stormi and I are planning a Hunter Shea May. So find one you haven’t read and save it – we’re gonna do an announcement soon and there’s a few extra surprises!
Sounds fun. I just got an ARC of his and will save it.
I love these kind of stories too. Glad you got a chance to read it.
I can’t resist when Hunter releases a new book!