Secret Stories: Tales from the Secret History

Secret Stories by F. Paul Wilson


I read a few of F. Paul Wilson's libertarian “LaNauge Federation” stories back in the 1980s. When Wilson shifted to horror, I didn't follow.

Now, I'm captivated by the shared universe that he seems to be linking together. In this book, Wilson offers a number of short stories with the background on the stories and how they fit into his meta-narrative about “secret histories.”

I enjoyed the stories. They were well-drafted and captivating. I particularly like the stories set in the New Jersey Pine Barrens. I've never considered New Jersey as particularly mysterious or occult, but the Pine Barrens come across as outre.

All in all, I think I need to get cracking on catching up on the Repairman Jack and other series.