The Electric God and Other Shorts

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸: The Electric God and Other Shorts 📚
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿: Michael Thomas Perone ✍️
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🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰:
“The Electric God and Other Shorts” by Michael Thomas Perone is an enthralling anthology.

In “The Electric God,” set in the quiet town of Drake, Illinois, young Teddy struggles with the overbearing presence of television in his life. Teddy feels overshadowed by the screen’s hold on his mother, who hardly notices him—even when he comes home with burns. When she installs a TV in the bathroom, Teddy suffers a dangerous electric shock that leaves him unconscious. Meanwhile, his friend Will is similarly drawn in, taking on TV-inspired challenges at school. Will Teddy be able to come to terms with this overpowering wave of modern technology?

Another standout, “Paper Language,” follows writer Jonathan Zucker after he purchases paper from Skylark Press. He discovers an eerie message—”HELP ME” scrawled in deep red ink. Jonathan decided to use his discovery to his advantage. The cryptic message powered his storytelling.

This book is a page-turner. Each story holds a unique premise, keeping me fully engaged and eager to see what came next. The language is accessible, the storytelling fluid and powerful. Michael Thomas Perone demonstrates incredible creativity in this collection. If you’re looking for something that keeps you hooked from start to finish, this book is a great choice.

• 𝗠𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 4.5/5

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