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Terrence Timmons
Terrence Timmons
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Prepare to be ensnared by the chilling allure of 'Woom' by Duncan Ralston, a tale that will leave your heart pounding and your mind reeling. Set within the haunting confines of Room 6 at the Lonely Motel, this narrative is a chilling exploration of the human psyche. Angel, a man tormented by his past, returns to the room that has been the stage for the darkest moments of his life.
He hires Shyla, a prostitute, who is oblivious to the night of terror that awaits her. As the night unfolds, Angel shares horrifying stories of Room 6, each tale more disturbing than the last, leaving Shyla questioning his motives. As the stories intertwine with Angel's traumatic past, the line between reality and horror blurs. 'Woom' is a labyrinth of psychological terror, a journey into the darkest corners of human existence, and a chilling reminder that sometimes, our worst fears are closer than we think.
Fiction
Horror
Psychological Horror
Extreme Horror
Splatterpunk
Angel: A deeply traumatized individual, Angel’s life has been marred by horrific events, many of which took place in Room 6. His actions are driven by his desire to escape his past and be reborn.
Shyla: A prostitute hired by Angel, Shyla is initially oblivious to the horrors that await her in Room 6. Despite the trauma inflicted upon her by Angel, she exhibits a strange maternal instinct towards him.
Trauma: The book explores the long-lasting effects of trauma, particularly through the character of Angel, whose life has been shaped by horrific events.
Rebirth: The theme of rebirth is central to the narrative, with Angel’s disturbing desire to be ‘reborn’ driving the plot.
The Human Psyche: ‘Woom’ delves into the complexities of the human mind, exploring how trauma can warp perceptions and lead to disturbing behaviors.
Reality vs. Horror: The book blurs the line between reality and horror, leaving both the characters and the readers questioning what is real and what is a product of a tormented mind.
Date Published: August 6, 2016
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