Do you believe in fairies at the bottom of the garden? Or know the real truth about what lurks inside every mobile phone? Would you steal items from a blind person, or send your neighbours on a time travelling adventure fraught with danger and menace to save the human race from a bug? How about staying in a sleepy village where many murders have taken place or coming to the aid of royalty while out shopping?
These are just some of the subjects covered in the second collection of short stories and flash fiction from author and writer, Hugh W. Roberts.
‘More Glimpses’ gives the reader an opportunity to take a peek into the lives of normal, everyday people whose lives are all on a path full of twists, turns and unexpected endings. However, it’s not only about the humans; nothing escapes the extraordinary journeys Hugh has planned for you. If you are a lover of shows such as ‘Black Mirror’ or ‘The Twilight Zone’ then you’re in for another exciting trip in this second collection from Hugh. Come and meet the characters who had no idea their lives were about to be turned upside-down. Enjoy the ride!
What an eclectic collection of short stories! There’s something for everyone – horror, comedy, science fiction, mystery, paranormal. Some are a scant few paragraphs, while others span several pages. My reactions to these stories ran the gamut – laughter, shock, sadness, surprise. The author has quite an imagination, and uses human nature and tendencies and our dependence on modern technology in clever ways.
All are a delight to read, but some that stuck with me are The Tunnel – such an unexpected ending, and I laughed out loud; Floral Hall – so sweet and melancholy; The Right Choice – words can have different, and sometimes very literal, meanings; The Hole – karma occasionally delivers in the most divine ways; and Easter Bunny Cake – I’ll never look at carrot cake the same way again.
Whatever your preferred genre, you’ll find it in this compilation of chilling, humorous, and unpredictable tales.
I received a copy of this novel from the author through Rosie’s Book Review Team.
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This sounds right up my reading alley. And I’ve heard only good things about it from other reviewers. Congrats to Hugh!
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I enjoyed all of them, Mae. Hugh has quite the imagination, and adds some delightful twists.
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Thank you so much, Mae.
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Black Mirror stories are downers sometimes, but I love Twilight Zone stories. They’re half weird, half scary. This book sounds good!
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Black Mirror is in my Netflix queue, but so far, I’ve only watched one. So behind! Hugh’s book gave me an enjoyable couple of hours on the patio, Priscilla – you should add it to your TBR.
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A book that has it all! Great review, Teri, sounds like you enjoyed it very much.
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Thanks, Jina! I really did – a quick read, with so much to offer.
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This sounds like a fun read.
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Very fun, Dan – Hugh wrote a fabulous mixture of tales!
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I love The Twilight Zone and everyone keeps telling me to watch Black Mirror (who has the time?), so this sounds like something I’d enjoy. Thanks, Teri.
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I watched The Twilight Zone years ago, and I’m sure I’d like Black Mirror, but I’ve only seen one so far – time! If you’re a fan of The Twilight Zone, this is one you won’t want to miss, Staci.
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The people where I work all seem to watch it. It’s a “thing” there that I haven’t become part of yet. Everyone seems to love it.
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A fabulous review to share, Teri! Bravo to Hugh. 🙂
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A fabulous review to share, Teri! Congratulations to Hugh. 🙂
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He outdid himself with this book, Natalie. Thanks for dropping by!
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It’s on my TBR list! 🙂
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Thank you Teri.
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Such a pleasure to read this one, Rosie.
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I love short fiction. This sounds like a good collection.
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This is right up your alley, Craig – you could really appreciate Hugh’s creativity.
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Thanks so much for reading and reviewing More Glimpses, Teri. I’m thrilled with the review you have given it. I hope you’ll get to watch ‘Black Mirror’. Stories for everyone in the four seasons of it. I have my favourites, just like I do ‘Twilight Zone’ stories.
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You’re very welcome, Hugh! I’d love to watch more Black Mirror, but at this rate, it’s still in the distant future, lol.
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Super review, Teri. I’m still waiting to read Glimpses. I’ll get to book two someday
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I didn’t read Glimpses yet either, John. I’ll bet it’s just as wonderful.
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It is slowly rising in the Kindle as is the Gemini Connection. 😁
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Great review, Teri! Wishing Hugh all the best!
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Thank you so much, Jacquie.
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Thanks, Jacquie!
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A lovely review, Teri. I also enjoyed this book.
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Such entertaining stories!
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