Kenneth W. Cain si addentra nella narrativa horror, con un fascino nato da racconti d'infanzia e antologie classiche di terrore. La sua scrittura esplora l'inquietante e l'ignoto, creando magistralmente narrazioni piene di suspense che attirano i lettori in mondi di meraviglia e paura. Lo stile di Cain è caratterizzato da un'atmosfera avvincente e da una profonda esplorazione dell'insolito.
In her new Midwest home, Juanita "Nita" Luisa Mendez discovers a haunted stuffed gorilla in the attic, which triggers a series of terrifying events. Struggling to adjust to a new school while being targeted by bullies, Nita's situation worsens as shadowy figures begin to pursue her. The combination of supernatural threats and everyday challenges creates a gripping tale of resilience and fear as Nita fights to reclaim her sense of safety and belonging.
Life moves on in the post-apocalyptic world, after being ravaged by The Infinite. But not all is well. Survivors who previously were held captive by The Infinite's alien forces are now beginning to hear things. Just a little at first, and then more. As they slowly become unhinged from reality, others begin to notice, and they have their suspicions as to why. The Infinite returns, and this time Marty and his friends will have to fight harder than ever to secure their freedom. But will it be enough? The Infinite Cycle (previously titled The Saga of I) focuses on a virus that has escaped a medical facility and infected humans, transforming them into horrible creatures. But their transformation is far from complete, their end goal not fully apparent to anyone until it's too late. Join Marty, Sheila and the rest of their group as they fight against The Infinite and his army of manmade alien monsters. Discover what these aliens want, and details about Marty's relationship with his brother and how it transforms over time. This is the end of the world as we know it.
Set in a post-apocalyptic America after a second Civil War, survivors struggle to rebuild civilization amidst chaos and mutated undead creatures. As rival factions emerge and external threats loom, the characters Allen and Sydney must navigate their differences to survive the harsh new world. This dystopian thriller blends action and horror, exploring themes of survival and unity in the face of overwhelming odds. Originally published under different titles, it promises an exhilarating experience for fans of the genre.
Set in a world shrouded in darkness, the story follows characters who discover that even in the bleakest circumstances, hope can be ignited. As they navigate their struggles, they uncover hidden strengths and forge unexpected alliances. The narrative explores themes of resilience, the power of light in overcoming despair, and the journey of self-discovery amidst adversity. Through their trials, the characters illuminate the path for others, proving that even the smallest ember can ignite a flame of change.
Set in the un-life, a realm between Heaven and Hell, the story explores the struggles of individuals as they navigate challenges driven by greed, power, and love. Nathan and Clay embark on a perilous journey through various realms of Hell, confronting their destinies and the influence of higher powers. As they face transformative experiences, the fate of a new being hangs in the balance, raising questions about the nature of good and evil. Will their choices lead to salvation or doom?
Delving into dark speculative fiction, this collection offers a thrilling journey through the unknown, where reality often twists in unexpected ways. Each tale invites readers to confront unsettling themes and explore the complexities of perception, ensuring a captivating experience filled with surprises.
As the clock's pendulum steadily counts down towards the midnight hour, the growing scent of brimstone hangs heavy in the air. The universal symbol of all that is evil, the pentagram, or the inverted pentacle, has been carved in the hardwood floor. Its shape is often described as the goat of lust attacking the Heavens with its horns during the witches' sabbat. Five obsidian candles flicker as the incantations begin. Who will be summoned during this unholy evening? Will it be Baphomet? Or Belial? Maybe even Lucifer himself? The roof timbers groan. Stressed plaster drops to the floor. The demon approaches, holding its ancient grimoire filled with evil stories, written in blood...and here they are.
Midnight. Some call it the witching hour. Others call it the devil's hour. Here in the graveyard, midnight is a very special time. It is a time when ghostly spirits are at their strongest, when the veil between our world and theirs is at its thinnest. Legend has it, that while most of the world is asleep, the lack of prayers allow the spirits to communicate under the cover of darkness, among the headstones, their whispers rustling in the leaves of the old oak trees. But if you're here in the graveyard, you can tell yourself it's just the wind, that the moonlight is playing tricks on your eyes, that it's only the swirling mist you see. But when you hear the graveyard gate clang shut, the dead have something to say. Here are their stories...
In the early 1990s three young people attracted to the ambitious global peacekeeping work of the UN cross paths in Cambodia. Andrew strives for a better world through his life-saving work as a doctor. Heidi, a social worker, is in need of a challenge and a paycheck, and Ken is fresh from Harvard and brimful of idealism. As their stories interweave through the years, from Rwanda, Bosnia and Somalia to Haiti, the trio reveal a world of witnessed atrocities, primal fear, desperate loneliness and base desires. They fend off terror and futility with revelry, humour and sex; ask hard questions about the world order America has created, the true power of the UN, and whether there is any possibility for change. This is a startling celebration of the power of humour and friendship, of the limits of human compassion, and the need for a warm body and a cold beer during a Condition Echo lockdown. A book that shows the human cost of global politics and the tragic truth that wars are much more avoidable than our governments would ever admit. A brilliant, provocatively funny and fast moving book.
