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Save:Little Marek, the abused and delusional son of the village shepherd, never knew his mother his father told him she died in childbirth. One of life's few consolations for Marek is his enduring bond with the blind village midwife, Ina, who suckled him as a baby, as she did so many of the village's children. Ina's gifts extend beyond childcare she possesses a unique ability to communicate with the natural world. Her gift often brings her the transmission of sacred knowledge on levels far beyond those available to other villagers, however religious they might be. For some people, Ina's home in the woods outside of the village is a place to fear and to avoid, a godless place. Among their number is Father Barnabas, the town priest and lackey for the depraved lord and governor, Villiam, whose hilltop manor contains a secret embarrassment of riches. The people's desperate need to believe that there are powers that be who have their best interests at heart is put to a cruel test by Villiam and the priest, especially in this year of record drought and famine. But when fate brings Marek into violent proximity to the lord's family, new and occult forces upset the old order. By year's end, the veil between blindness and sight, life and death, the natural world and the spirit world, civility and savagery, will prove to be very thin indeed.
The bandits came again on Easter. This time they slaughtered two men, three women, and two small children. Some smelting tools were stolen from the blacksmith, but no gold or silver, as there was none... - #2
Save:In the University town of St Andrews, night terrors are haunting the students, leading to mysterious disappearances. Rock musicians Dante and Tom arrive in town, where Dante's idol, Professor Coldwell, has written a book called 'Banquet For The Damned' which has a profound effect on Dante. As the occult forces come alive in the town's dark history, the characters are faced with chilling supernatural occurrences and a sense of impending doom. The writing style is described as rich in vocabulary, with a gothic horror atmosphere and opulent descriptions that create a spellbinding and creepy reading experience.
Alone, a young man walks across a deserted beach. His eyes are vacant and his mouth is loose. The steps of his unlaced boots in the sand are slow, as if they are taken under duress, or as if he is bei... - #3
Save:Set in a small rural town during World War II, 'The Rib from Which I Remake the World' follows the arrival of a mysterious movie roadshow led by Barker Davis that unveils a sinister agenda through a series of secretive midnight shows. The narrative unfolds as hotel detective JoJo Walker investigates a brutal occult slaying within the troupe, delving into an existential nightmare that spirals into cosmic horrors. Ed Kurtz weaves a tale of suspense, horror, and psychological insight, portraying a town besieged by terror and violence as dark secrets are revealed and malevolent forces wreak havoc among the townsfolk.
Kurtz's writing style skillfully blends elements of noir, horror, and psychological thriller, creating a gripping atmosphere of dread and intrigue that keeps readers engaged. The plot unfolds with vivid detail, realistic dialogue, and shocking twists, culminating in a climactic revelation that showcases the author's imaginative prowess and storytelling abilities.
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Save:The 37th Mandala by Marc Laidlaw is a horror novel that delves into themes of occult happenings, obsessive behavior, and the unleashing of deadly cosmic creatures known as the Mandalas. The plot revolves around a New Age fraud, Derek Crowe, who unknowingly unleashes these malevolent beings by stealing from an occult text to write his latest book. As the characters get entangled in a spiraling chase to fight or join the Mandalas, the story takes readers on a journey through terrifying events, childhood traumas, and deep character exploration. Laidlaw's writing style is described as superb, creating a tense and frightening atmosphere with shades of classic demon possession themes and a unique mythology surrounding the Mandalas.
In November of 199_, a young woman came to me for past-life counseling. This encounter in a professional context was to change not only my personal life but my very outlook on reality. I had recently ...
