James Ladds

An intriguing anthology of short stories that will take you on a journey of mystery, menace and mayhem. Step inside and meet the interesting and eclectic characters, embrace the bizarre situations and see the ghoulish consequences...

The elderly lady at Villa Rustica - why does she dread the slamming of doors?

Then there’s Leo, an Adonis at six foot three who could have any woman he wants. Who is the motherly figure that walks by each week and stares, mentally undressing him? Will Leo fall for such a plain creature, or does he prefer something younger and more synthetic?

Wanting to relocate after her divorce, Avril thinks testing her DNA will provide answers to her family’s past and present, but should she heed her mother’s warning?

Who is the new night nurse at The Towers residential home? What is Dominic van Sant’s story and where has he come from?

Meet Abby as she drives through the countryside for a date with Brad in her sports car equipped with the latest gadgets. Will she be safe in her cocoon of technology or are there dangers lurking nearby?

And the bus shelter tucked away in which Sam and Mia take cover during a thunderstorm. Why is it so busy? Will everyone be able to get home?

These are just some of the stories for you to delve into, or maybe they are warnings for the future!