Fresh Meat: The Lost Chapters
An introduction (by A.L. Soto) (as seen in the Definitive Edition).
The Lost Chapters section, new to this edition, includes additional chapters and reflections that provide further insights into the story, its characters, and its lore.
Most of these “Lost Chapters” exist because I hesitated to incorporate them into the main story, as initially presented in Fresh Meat: A Horror Novel(2024). Some of these chapters were originally written and integrated into the story’s first draft.
Still, after editing and rereading, I found that many would spoil the twists and surprises I had in store for the initial read-through—something I did not want to do.
They also slowed down the plot and created “fluff,” as I call it. However, the final product was very cohesive and had a good flow. As you start reading these chapters, you will understand what I mean.
Below is a quick summary of what to expect.
The Truck and the Broken Arrow is a one-scene chapter that shows how Bob and his fleshes stole the M939 truck for Benjamin.
The One Left Behind is a multiscene story that shares what happened to Connor while the rest fought for their lives in the town of Rowe.
Fucked Up is a short scene set after Sarah turns Virginia over to Bob, and she’s sent to find Connor.
Summer Night deals with the disappearance of Clayton cops, a plot point in the sequel.
Click each link below to experience each chapter.
Once you read them all, please feel free to share your opinions.
