I have been a fan of this author since back in the day (as they say). Perhaps, he was one of those writers that set me on my way. Beginning as a short story author and winding up a ghosting script and novel author … odd but nonetheless. This particular book however is not one of my favorites. I am certain that Mr. Moore's feeling are not hurt, nor is this my intent to hurt them but Third Floor just doesn't do it for me.
This is mostly because I am a fan and as such have read his works to include Preparation and Again. Also, Patches has a permanent spot on my 'Best of … ' folder on my desktop. His is works that I refer to or read again and again. His is the work that I look over to see how far off I am from being a 'real' writer. He is, in many ways, my muse's professor.
So, a ghost story set in a haunted house amongst - I suppose a haunted town is just to cliche for me. No question the tale is well written, deep with atmosphere and attitude. Creepy, dripping with sinister delight but still …
The writer will learn quite a bit from this story. Pace, plot, characterization and mood are all front and center. Mimic the experience in your own writing will definitely put you in the right place. Such talent and ability not to write a story but tell a story, this is huge for those of us (me included) who want to succeed as Mr. Moore has … hats off to you, sir.
As a reader, most will come to love this story but not I. Indeed, I appreciate the story, the words and imagination that brought it to life. Just not a ghost story fan, I suppose …
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