Strange Mysteries
edited by Jean Goldstrom
Whortleberry Press, $14.75, 268 pages, ISBN: 5800028182673
reviewed by Barry Hunter

Whortleberry is a small press that does a few books each year and is a good place for newer writers to get their start. Most of their books are available electronically and a few of them are available in print through lulu.com.

This volume is aptly titled as there are assorted mysteries and many of them are on the more unusual side. Rob Rosen tells of a future where the "Vampires on Acid" stalk unusual victims. Michael H. Hansen presents the "Locked Room Mystery" with a twist. Arthur Sanchez has a psychic finding out the truth behind "The Two Madame Lees". Jack Hillman has a hiker making his "Anniversary Visit" to the place he proposed. Gary A. Markette has a story of a mummy and a film crew in "How Dry I Am".

Other stories contain a Neanderthal detective, homeland terrorists, Asimov’s three laws, collectible dolls, and private eyes. This volume also includes a story by me at no additional cost.

There are a total of twenty six very enjoyable stories in this volume. There’s something for every taste and you may discover a new name or two to add to your reading list. Order from www.whortleberrypress.com.