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bookgoonie's review
3.0
Matt’s best friend, Ash, drags him out for Waffles and Chili Fries. He looks forward to these moments, because he misses her. She died four years ago from cancer. Now she is the Harbinger of Death. In the span of a few pages, you feel Matt’s ache and longing to be with Ash like the good old days. He even considers suicide to be with her. Thankfully she poo-poos that idea.
I already like the characters and the possibilities that are introduced. I do not know how this story fits into the overall series. I don’t usually read the chapter excerpt included in books, but I skimmed this one. I didn’t see hide nor hair of Matt and Ash. So I’m not sure if they are a standalone story hinting at Matt’s possible Necromancer abilities or they just aren’t in Chapter 1 of Hold Me Closer, Necromancer.
I already like the characters and the possibilities that are introduced. I do not know how this story fits into the overall series. I don’t usually read the chapter excerpt included in books, but I skimmed this one. I didn’t see hide nor hair of Matt and Ash. So I’m not sure if they are a standalone story hinting at Matt’s possible Necromancer abilities or they just aren’t in Chapter 1 of Hold Me Closer, Necromancer.
asmushy's review
3.0
It's a cute short story about Ashley, the little pig-tailed smart Harbringer of Death from "Hold Me Closer, Necromancer". I liked her a lot in HMCN and it was nice to know a bit more of her backgrounds and where she goes when not on duty which happens to be hanging out with Matt, her very alive best friend since she was a normal ten years old girl.
brandinh's review
3.0
Very short story that features Ashley (also found in Hold Me Closer, Necromancer). The first two chapters of the book are also included. Nice little bonus content from the author.
aureolus's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
kbeddes's review
4.0
A short story, "Death and Waffles" It's pretty good. Ashley is just such a fun character.
xojuliaduquette's review
4.0
I'm happy that I get to know these characters more in the next books. Really enjoyable characters and tone for a short story. I'm starting the next one this week!
asphaltcowgrrl's review
4.0
This little prequel to HOLD ME CLOSER, NECROMANCER, is a fun and enjoyable way to spend your time. It's just bizarre enough to hold your attention and just familiar enough to help you remember you've not just stepped into the Twilight Zone. A very good read that makes me want to go out and get the novel.
heypretty52's review
4.0
This is really more of a short story than a novella, but either way, it's a great glimpse at the main character of Hold Me Closer, Necromancer.