"Prolific, dope-as-tits writer Michael Botur is back, with a new collection. His writing in these twelve stories is pure, no-holds-barred revelry in the weird and genuinely scary. Each story is highly imaginative and, most importantly, fun to read." -Jeremy Roberts, GingerNutsofHorror.com

"Michael Botur's work grabs you by the throat and won't let you go. His stories throb with what feel like real people, real conversations, real moments of pain and hope, misunderstanding and reconciliation, remorse and surprise." -Maggie Trapp, New Zealand Listener

"Botur is a superb practitioner with the ability to bring to life these terrifying moments... It's a little like a car crash, you don't want to look - but you just can't help yourself." -Chris Reed, NZ Book Lovers

"Gritty, unsettling, and utterly intoxicating." -Steffanie Holmes, USA Today bestselling and award-winning author

Aside from the incredible inventiveness of its plot, Botur's writing sings at times with fluency and vivacity." -Jenny Purchase, Kete NZ Books

"Botur is considered one of the most original story writers of his generation in New Zealand." -Patricia Prime, Takahē 86