Located in Stanton Island, New York, a biological laboratory is experimenting with ground-breaking research. However, when the burning of chemicals causes an unusual plume of smoke, a horrific byproduct is released upon the innocent. Better known as a spider-cric, the everyday Camelback Cricket has been directly effected by this phenomenon as well. Humanity has somehow turned itself off, and mutant insects of various sizes have become the hunters of flesh. Crics by Edward J. McFadden III is the ultimate creature feature novel. Humped back, icicle-like teeth, snapping pinchers and bulbous eyes all come at you in various shapes and sizes. These vicious fantastical monstrosities are the primary antagonists that create a creepy atmosphere. Further more, these unusual species of cave/spider crickets come in sizes small, large, jumbo and behemoth. I love how Crics literally takes off from page one and never slows down. Not to mention this author knows how to establish the sights, sounds and smells of an apocalyptic takeover by predatory life forms. Not unlike zombies, it’s the number of these beasts that will eventually cause your demise. A plethora of jump-scare moments await the reader like a cat-sized mutant bug waiting in the damp dark corner of your basement. 
Aggressive, surreal and violent would be my chosen words to describe this reading experience. The Emergency Broadcast System is publicly warning the threat of a national crisis. Stay tuned to your local channels for more information on where you can seek assistance and shelter. (insert high pitched attention grabbing tone here) A five star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Horror Bookworm Recommendation.
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