Wasps in the Ice Cream
Wasps in the Ice Cream by Tim McGregor, published by Raw Dog Screaming Press on February 7, 2023, is a 192-page work of fiction that delves into themes of horror and the occult. Set in the summer of 1987, the story follows Mark Prewitt, a teenager who grapples with peer pressure and the complexities of friendship as he becomes entangled with the enigmatic Farrow sisters, particularly the middle sister, George, who practices witchcraft.
Readers will find a narrative that explores the dynamics of small-town life and the challenges of secrecy. As Mark navigates his feelings for George and the repercussions of a cruel prank, he is drawn deeper into a world of folk magic and mystery. The story examines the tension between societal expectations and personal connections, culminating in a choice that could alter the course of his life. With elements of thrill and supernatural intrigue, this edition offers a compelling glimpse into the struggles of adolescence against a backdrop of rural horror.
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What happens when you fall for the girl everyone hates?
Summer 1987: Mark Prewitt’s only priority is to avoid his dad’s new wife and waste time with his friends, but idle nights are the devil’s playground. When his friends decide to pull a cruel prank on the reclusive and strange Farrow sisters, Mark regrets caving in to peer pressure.
Wanting to make amends, Mark is drawn into the mysterious world of the Farrow girls, finding a kindred spirit in the middle sister, George. She is unlike anyone he’s ever known; a practicing witch who uses folk magic to protect her family. They bond over books, loneliness, and homemade spells. She even invites Mark to join a séance to contact her dead sister, who died under mysterious circumstances.
Keeping their relationship secret, Mark learns that living a double life in a town this small is impossible. When the secret is exposed, and his friends plot to punish the witch sisters for stealing one of their own, Mark is forced to choose between these two worlds.
“Filled with evocative and captivating scenes, strong female characters, and an engaging narration, readers will become engrossed immediately, while the threat and fear at the heart of this story, satisfyingly, sneaks up on them.” -Booklist, starred
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