The Rioting of Inferno | A Collection of Dark Psychological Horror Short Stories Exploring the Macabre Side of Human Nature

First, I have to say—the paperback itself is gorgeous. The quality fully deserves the special edition label. The illustrations, print, paper, and editing make it a genuine joy to add to my bookshelf. And for such a young author—f**k me—what a lucky lad.

The content is deliciously vile. It tackles mental health, the impossibility of being comfortable in one’s own skin, the restless mind, and the desperate urge to rip and tear your way free. This anthology is a treat for anyone who enjoys the more extreme side of literature. With time and experience, I can see this author walking in the footsteps of Jack Ketchum, Garrett Cook, and Wrath James White—if he chooses.

I’ll end with my favourite passage (and trust me, I don’t write many reviews):

I see so much, so much that you ignore. I’ve seen people dying, calling out for help, but their cries fall on your broken ears. Alcohol and drugs run rampant through your body, your gift, decimating what He has provided. You will not be saved.

This perfectly captures the beauty and terror of a mind reaching for a higher power that doesn’t exist—the essence of existential dread and the folly of existence. If you want an experience, give this young author a try.

I thought this would be gothic stories. It isnt. It's a trail of repugnant outpouring of a sick mind

The Rioting of Inferno was a very gritting and intense story. I ended up reading the book incredible fast and found myself immersed on that grotesque scenario. I love horrors and these intense stories because it is something unusual to the norm, specially when well-written.
100% Recommend this book for those who seek thrilling readings.

Really cool read. I’ve read it 2 or 3 times now and it still manages to be creepy and keep me at the edge of my seat. The detail in each short story is gory and well written, with each being connected through some seriously gruesome (and graphic) undertones. I would highly recommend this book to anyone wanting to experiment with horror and stories written in varied form.

For someone who isn't normally drawn to this genre of writing I found it an incredibly visual experience. It was unsettling, graphic at times but somehow compelling. I had to read it in instalments but would definitely recommend to anyone who likes their horror graphic.

This collection of stories is dark, macabre, visceral and not for the faint hearted. For those into their horror films I definitely got Cronenberg-esque vibes from some of the stories. There is clear thread running through the stories that looks to build a dark and unsettling universe. An impressive first outing for an obviously young author.