The Redwood Ripper is an urban legend spirit that awakens to avenge those who take more than they give.  But is the Redwood Ripper truly just a legend, or more? 

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I just loved this short slasher novella! “The Axe Remembers: A Redwood Ripper Story” by Marcus Hawke just released on July 2nd, and if you’re a horror slasher fan, you’re going to want to put this on your radar.

Set in Canada on a wood mill site, this story, albeit short, is atmospheric and includes an environmental factor, which is a nice plot bonus. I had quite a few moments, especially in the beginning, where I was shocked by the ick factor. Hawke has a way of detailing the feelings of being harmed and maimed that placed me right into the Redwood Ripper’s victims’ heads. It was incredibly immersive and gross. Let’s just say, I won’t be cutting down redwoods anytime soon.

Thank you to the author, Marcus Hawke, for the gifted eARC copy for review purposes. All opinions expressed here are mine alone.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5