Perfect Little Town by

Ron and Jessica Stahl, a glamorous couple from Southern California, find themselves stranded in the picturesque town of Lone Cone during a winter storm. What starts as a charming Christmas getaway quickly turns into a nightmare as the town's dark secret unfolds. The quaint B&Bs and candy stores give way to a sinister atmosphere as the sun sets and the storm rolls in. The Stahls soon realize they've stumbled into a place where nothing is as it seems, and escape might be impossible. Author [Author Name] masterfully builds tension and suspense, drawing readers into a tale of deception and danger. The novel's vivid descriptions of the Colorado mountains and the eerie town of Lone Cone create a haunting backdrop for this gripping story. Perfect Little Town is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers and suspenseful mysteries.

Reviews

LibraryThing · 2025-10-18

immersive 4.50

The dark story is a modern retelling of the creepy small town motif and is highly engaging. It's a story that pulls you in and doesn't let go.

This review emphasizes how the dark story is a modern retelling of the creepy small town motif and is highly engaging. They mention losing themselves in the story, indicating its immersive quality. The reviewer can't say much more without giving away spoilers, but the overall impression is one of being thoroughly engrossed in the narrative.

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I completely lost myself in this dark story/novella which is a modern retelling of the "creepy small town" motif.

I can't say much more without giving away part of the story.

but it's a story that pulls you in and doesn't let go.

A Museum of Books · 2025-04-14

engaging 3.50

The novella effectively captures the eerie atmosphere of a seemingly perfect ski town with a dark underbelly. It's an imperfect but enjoyable read that keeps you engaged.

This review highlights how the novella makes you think of all those postcard-perfect ski towns and what might lurk beneath the surface. They appreciate the eerie atmosphere and the way it keeps you on the edge of your seat, despite some imperfections. The reviewer also mentions loving the Wayward Pines TV show, suggesting a connection in tone or theme. Overall, it's an enjoyable read that effectively captures the creepy small town motif.

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This novella makes you think of all those postcard-perfect ski towns out in Colorado, Idaho, Wyoming.

What if they actually held sinister secrets?

an imperfect but enjoyable little novella!

Reddit - Horror Literature · 2023-09-01

disturbing 4.00

The short story is well-written and disturbing, making it a standout in the horror genre. It's a quick read that leaves a lasting impression.

This Reddit discussion highlights how the story is well-written and disturbing, making it a standout in the horror genre. They mention it's a short story but very impactful, with a disturbing element that stays with you. The reviewer appreciates the quick pace and the way it leaves a lasting impression, making it a memorable read.

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Perfect Little Town by Blake Crouch. It's a short story but very well written and disturbing.

very well written and disturbing.

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