The curse of shadows and thorns is a tale that has been passed down through generations. It tells the story of a mysterious curse that befalls anyone who dares to enter the forbidden forest. Legend has it that the curse originated long ago when a powerful and wicked sorcerer inhabited the forest. He used dark magic to conjure a curse that would protect his precious treasure hidden deep within the forest. The curse was said to be a combination of shadows and thorns, intertwining dark forces that would ensnare anyone who came too close. Those who have encountered the curse describe a feeling of darkness descending upon them as they enter the forest.
The 1971 cars were all-new, with sedans and limousines riding on a 151.5-inch wheelbase and commercial chassis on a 157.5-inch wheelbase. The engine was Cadillac’s relatively light, very modern, efficient and powerful 472 cubic inch V-8 backed by the Turbo-Hydramatic 400 automatic transmission. Virtually all luxuries were standard, and the sedan was priced at a relatively reasonable $11,869, with the limousine listed at $12,008. In contrast, the 1970 Imperial limousine had been listed at $16,500.
That was quite a step down from when Italian coachbuilder Ghia had supplied Imperial limousines up until 1965, but it was much more affordable for buyers. This was the year after the regulations killed off the coachbuilt ambulance business, so commercial chassis sales shriveled down to just over 1,300 units for the year.
Those who have encountered the curse describe a feeling of darkness descending upon them as they enter the forest. The once tranquil and serene atmosphere turns into a foreboding sense of dread. Shadows seem to dance and crawl around them, creating an eerie spectacle that sends shivers down their spines.
Protect your 1974 Cadillac Fleetwood from the unexpected.
If an American buyer desired a US-built limousine or large sedan (limousine without divider) in this era, the Fleetwood 75 was the only choice. Chrysler’s Imperial had given up the game after 1970 when it sold six limousines, all of which were factory authorized conversions by coachbuilder Stageway. That was quite a step down from when Italian coachbuilder Ghia had supplied Imperial limousines up until 1965, but it was much more affordable for buyers. The 1965 car had been priced at $18,500 and the Stageway car was priced at $15,000 at its 1967 introduction.
Cadillac’s limousine-sized car sales, meanwhile, generally ran about 2,000 units per year, but the recession-wracked US market only saw about 1,600 units for 1971, plus a bit over 2,000 related commercial chassis. The commercial chassis were generally used by coachbuilders such as S&S, Miller-Meteor and Superior for construction of hearses and ambulances.
The 1971 cars were all-new, with sedans and limousines riding on a 151.5-inch wheelbase and commercial chassis on a 157.5-inch wheelbase. The engine was Cadillac’s relatively light, very modern, efficient and powerful 472 cubic inch V-8 backed by the Turbo-Hydramatic 400 automatic transmission. Virtually all luxuries were standard, and the sedan was priced at a relatively reasonable $11,869, with the limousine listed at $12,008. In contrast, the 1970 Imperial limousine had been listed at $16,500.
1972 saw sales increase to the usual 2,000 units per year plus about 2,500 commercial chassis. Few changes were evident, or needed. 1973 saw a slight increase of about 100 sedans and limousines, but a reduction in sales of 300 commercials. New regulations were soon coming into play that would remove these chassis from the basis of ambulances, leaving only hearses to carry on the tradition of coachbuilt Cadillacs.
1975 found the Cadillac-built 500 cubic inch V-8 under the hood, and a catalytic converter to clean up emissions under the floor. This was the year after the regulations killed off the coachbuilt ambulance business, so commercial chassis sales shriveled down to just over 1,300 units for the year. 1976 was a good year, with about 1,900 sedans and limousines and just over 1,500 commercial chassis, a slight uptick for both categories. Of course, this was the last year of the very large and conventional Cadillacs, with all cars (including the Fleetwood 75) being down-sized from 1977 on.
Needless to say, the wealthiest people generally purchased these cars new, while some of the sedans were purchased as mourner’s cars for funeral parlors to complement their new Cadillac hearses (known as a “coach” in the business). Today, the limousine is generally valued at some 50 percent more than the sedan.
Cadillac’s limousine-sized car sales, meanwhile, generally ran about 2,000 units per year, but the recession-wracked US market only saw about 1,600 units for 1971, plus a bit over 2,000 related commercial chassis. The commercial chassis were generally used by coachbuilders such as S&S, Miller-Meteor and Superior for construction of hearses and ambulances.
As they venture deeper into the forest, the shadows start to transform into menacing thorned vines. These vines seem to have a mind of their own, reaching out to entangle anyone who passes by. Once ensnared, the thorns dig deep into the flesh, causing pain and bloody wounds. Not only do these shadows and thorns physically harm those who are unfortunate enough to encounter them, but they also inflict a mental toll. The curse begins to manipulate the mind, filling it with irrational fears, haunting nightmares, and despair. Some even claim that the curse whispers haunting voices, tormenting its victims with their darkest secrets and fears. Over the years, many brave adventurers sought to break the curse and claim the sorcerer's treasure. But none have succeeded. Some were found dead, their bodies tangled within the thorny vines. Others lost their sanity, forever trapped within the depths of the cursed forest. The curse of shadows and thorns serves as a warning to all who dare to trespass upon the forbidden forest. It reminds us that some secrets are best left undiscovered, and some boundaries are not meant to be crossed. For those who venture into the darkness, the curse will be waiting, ready to claim its next victim..
Reviews for "The Curse of Shadows and Thorns: Escaping the Grip of Darkness"
1. Rebecca - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Curse of Shadows and Thorns". The plot was confusing and poorly developed, and I found it difficult to connect with any of the characters. The world-building was also lacking, leaving me feeling like I had no sense of the setting or context. Overall, the book fell flat for me and failed to deliver an engaging and captivating story.
2. Michael - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Curse of Shadows and Thorns" based on the promising synopsis, but unfortunately, it did not live up to my expectations. The pacing was slow, and the story lacked a clear direction. The writing style felt disjointed, and the dialogue was often unnatural and unconvincing. I struggled to stay invested in the book and ultimately felt let down by the lackluster execution.
3. Amanda - 1 star - "Curse of Shadows and Thorns" was a complete waste of time in my opinion. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, and the romance felt forced and on the verge of being cliché. The plot was predictable, and I found myself skimming through pages just to get to the end. It pains me to say it, but this book was a major letdown, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
4. John - 2 stars - I found "Curse of Shadows and Thorns" to be underwhelming. The writing style was overly descriptive, bogging down the pace of the story and making it difficult to stay engaged. The world-building felt incomplete, leaving me with more questions than answers. Additionally, the character development was lackluster, making it hard to invest in their journeys. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and wouldn't consider it a standout in its genre.
5. Sarah - 1 star - I struggled to finish "Curse of Shadows and Thorns" and almost gave up numerous times. The plot was convoluted and lacked coherence, making it hard to follow along. The writing felt amateurish, with clunky sentences and awkward transitions. I felt no emotional connection to the characters and felt like I was just slogging through the story. It was a complete miss for me, and I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this book.