What is your opinion?
Down the Rabbit Hole We Go
"So I'm not going to say I can relate... but I can relate in a different ingredients sort of way. This short story, and it genuinely is short, takes about 20 minutes to read, is packed with innuendo and allegory. If you are familiar with Alice in Wonderland the original, this book will hit a lot of familiar points but through a very different rabbit hole. It is a book about something deeper if you actually read into it, and I think a lot of readers will miss that on the first pass. Alice herself is someone you will root for immediately. She is chaotic, self-aware in the best possible way, and navigating a world that keeps moving faster than she can keep up with. She is also, bless her, making some truly questionable decisions. We have all been there. Different ingredients, same energy. The writing style is completely its own thing. Do not come in expecting conventional. Come in expecting a voice that grabs you by the collar and drags you through the story whether you are ready or not. Five stars. Cryptic2025 has a genuinely great idea here executed with real style and a message that sneaks up on you while you are busy laughing. That is not easy to pull off and they pulled it off. Read it. You have 20 minutes."
A wild illusion with a powerful wake-up call
"The voice feels raw, chaotic, and authentic. It captures that sense of freedom, confusion, and pressure all at once, making it easy to get lost in the character’s mindset. This story builds this intense, almost reckless “adventure” and then suddenly flips it with the twist is incredibly effective. I honestly didn’t see it coming, and it completely changed how I read everything that came before. There’s something very honest about the narrative, it doesn’t feel polished or filtered, and that actually adds to its authenticity. It reflects how overwhelming that phase of life can be, especially when you’re trying to find your own path while dealing with expectations and influence. The ending leaves you with a clear message about choices, identity, and not blindly following the crowd, which makes the story not only engaging but also meaningful.🖤I loved it⭐️"
What a Trip! 😉
"More fun for us than Alice, this one shot is an unexpected and fun adaptation of the original Alice in Wonderland from Alice's perspective. I really enjoyed the mirroring of characters and the moral in the end! 😁 Nice job! 😊 💖 👍 "
Alice In Stonerland
"I just finished Alice in Stonerland, and wow, what a ride! I have to start by saying that Cryptic Edwards has a serious talent for taking a heavy, important topic and making it feel incredibly immersive and even funny. The way this story handles the dangers of mixing drugs with sleeping medication is so clever. It’s a huge PSA wrapped in a brilliant, trippy package. As I was reading, I couldn't help but feel a wave of nostalgia; the atmosphere totally took me back to my Disney days, specifically that whimsical, slightly chaotic feeling of the original Alice in Wonderland. It felt like a modern, edgy reimagining that actually has something vital to say to its audience. Even though it’s a short story, it packs a massive punch. It’s rare to find a book that can make you laugh and reminisce about your childhood while simultaneously raising awareness about such a risky reality. The Stonerland setting was the perfect backdrop to show how quickly things can spiral when you aren't careful with what you're putting into your body. Cryptic, please keep doing what you’re doing! We need more stories like this that educate and advocate through entertainment. Your voice is so unique, and the way you balance humor with heart is amazing. I’m officially a huge fan and can’t wait to see which world, you decide to tackle next. Keep them coming!"
5 star trip!
"Very interesting work about the trip you will have if you mix the wrong stuff, and I loved the way Alice in wonderland was used and the different characters, to met along the way, nicely done. "
This was a fun ride!
"I really enjoyed this a lot. It was just as wild and crazy as the original. I loved how the author did their own spin on the original characters as well. I highly recommend this story. Its WILD!"
Whacky!
"The story was a lot of fun, with great life lessons from someone who's dealt with a lot. Very short in length, but overall a very entertaining read!"
Alice In Stonerland❤️
"What a wonderful short story, I thoroughly enjoyed reading this interesting and eye opening story. Why do we need to go college/university why are we told it’s what’s best for us, our future, why not let us decide for ourselves and what’s best for us. Thank you for sharing this wonderful story with us.❤️ "
