This is a sequel to The Patience of a Dead Man in which a recently divorced man sinks the last of his savings into a dilapidated old house, in hopes of fixing it up to turn a profit. Unbeknownst to him there is the ghost of a child and a bloodthirsty revenant on the property.

In part 2 we learn more about Mildred and her childhood, and how she came to be such an undead force to be reckoned with. This is a brutal tale of a cult leader, rituals, and supernatural beings. There is a wondrous gothic atmosphere and a touch of historical fiction well blended together in a mix of revenge from beyond the grave. I think it could read well as a stand alone novel but for best enjoyment I would suggest you read book 1 first.


I received a complimentary copy for review. ( )

Dead Woman Scorned will keep you on the edge of your seat. You would think, after book one, that I would have learned not to read this with the lights off! Clark is a master of horror and you can almost feel Mildred's need for vengeance oozing off the page. Learning more of Mildred's history she goes from the antagonist to someone you're kind of rooting for to get even. Don't be daunted by the page count, the short chapters and enthralling story make the book fly-by. A must-read for horror fans! ( )