Pyramidia

Stephanie Sanders-Jacob presents Pyramidia, published by Slashic Horror Press in 2024. The narrative follows Harriet, who relocates to Bentwood to teach gifted students. Her new existence unravels quickly as she contends with a haunted rental property and an intrusive neighbor named Lucy. Harriet seeks solace at the local farmers market, where she encounters Kelsey. This connection leads her toward Serenitea, a multi-level marketing group led by women who sell wellness tea. These sellers possess perfect hair and piercing eyes, offering tranquility in exchange for recruiting new descendants. Harriet becomes obsessed with the tea and the promise of peace. She ignores warnings from Lucy, who claims the women are vampires, and even notices unsettling behavior from gym teacher Harold. The plot intensifies when Lucy vanishes, forcing Harriet to confront the reality behind Serenitea. The story examines the allure of wellness culture and the horror of social manipulation. It questions how far one will go for emotional calm. Sanders-Jacob crafts a tale that blends domestic unease with supernatural dread. Readers who enjoy critiques of pyramid schemes mixed with vampire lore will find this compelling. Those seeking traditional jump scares may find the psychological tension too slow.