Something In The Groove

Name: Something In The Groove
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ISBN: 9781959205005

✍️ Glenn Rolfe

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4.4

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A shaman hunts a cursed vinyl record while an old friend summons him from afar.

Rolfe constructs a narrative where two characters are drawn together by a malevolent entity seeking to enter the world through music. The plot hinges on the rarity of the Dark Light EP and the tragic history surrounding its release. Lee's journey to Maine connects past battles with present dangers. Rhiannon's isolation in her motel room contrasts with the escalating supernatural threat. The text examines how objects can hold power and how personal history influences one's ability to fight evil. This approach creates a sense of dread rooted in specific character histories rather than abstract fear.

Key Themes

cursed vinyl records urban shamanism Alzheimer's care

Literary Context

The story is set in the United States, referencing Maine and Los Angeles. It draws on the era of eighties hard rock music and the culture of physical media ownership. The narrative engages with contemporary anxieties about mental health facilities and the lingering power of past trauma.

Difficulty

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Recommended For Fans Of

Clive Barker · Poppy Z. Brite · Stephen King's 'The Dark Tower' series · Horror anthologies featuring cursed artifacts

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Supernatural

🏛 Encyclopocalypse Publications 📅 2022 📖 116 pages 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781959205005

📝 Description: Something In The Groove

Glenn Rolfe writes a supernatural thriller centered on Lee, an urban shaman tasked with locating a cursed vinyl record. The object in question is the Dark Light EP by the eighties hard rock band Bad Obsession. Nearly every copy of this album was destroyed in a fire at Tower Records in Los Angeles on its release day. Only one member of the band remains alive, residing in a facility for those battling Alzheimer's disease. Lee must return to Maine, a location where he previously encountered evil forces, to retrieve the final remaining copy. Rhiannon, who works in an economy motel and lives on autopilot, encounters a familiar dark force that has changed. She contacts her old friend Lee for help. Together they face powers beyond their normal realm as The Master attempts to cross through a portal created by spinning the crimson vinyl. The narrative draws on gothic horror traditions and the lore of cursed media. Rolfe, known for his work in horror fiction, structures the plot around this quest. The book suits readers who enjoy urban fantasy mixed with classic haunted object tropes. It may not appeal to those seeking lighthearted or non-supernatural genres. The story explores the intersection of modern urban life and ancient evil. It references specific locations like Maine and Los Angeles to ground the supernatural elements. The tension builds as Lee and Rhiannon confront the consequences of the cursed record.

💎 Our verdict on Something In The Groove

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Horror Reads editorial team

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Rolfe constructs a compelling narrative where two characters are drawn together by a malevolent entity seeking entry through music. The text effectively examines how objects can hold power, using the Dark Light EP to anchor the supernatural threat in tangible history. By contrasting Rhiannon’s isolation with Lee’s journey, the story creates a sense of dread rooted in specific character backgrounds. This approach suits readers who appreciate gothic horror traditions and the lore of cursed media. The tension builds as the protagonists face the conseq, grounding abstract evil in the physical reality of vinyl records and past battles, making it a strong choice for fans of urban fantasy.

✓ EDITOR'S REVIEW

📖 Why choose it

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers who enjoy supernatural thrillers grounded in specific character histories will find this book rewarding. It appeals to fans of urban fantasy mixed with classic haunted object tropes, offering a narrative where personal pasts influence the fight against evil. Those interested in how objects hold power and the intersection of modern life with ancient dread will appreciate the detailed exploration of these themes. The story is particularly suitable for audiences who prefer dread rooted in character development over abstract fear, providing a tense journey through locations like Maine and Los Angeles as protagonists confront powers beyond their realm.

⭐ Reader reviews

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Horror Reads editorial team

Rolfe constructs a compelling narrative where two characters are drawn together by a malevolent entity seeking entry through music. The text effectively examines how objects can hold power, using the Dark Light EP to anchor the supernatural threat in tangible history. By contrasting Rhiannon’s isolation with Lee’s journey, the story creates a sense of dread rooted in specific character backgrounds. This approach suits readers who appreciate gothic horror traditions and the lore of cursed media. The tension builds as the protagonists face the conseq, grounding abstract evil in the physical reality of vinyl records and past battles, making it a strong choice for fans of urban fantasy.