A genre-bending epic horror-fantasy, inspired by the legend of Faust, that spans generations as an ancient evil is uncovered–perfect for fans of Kendare Blake and Ransom Riggs.

Before the birth of time, a monk uncovers the Devil’s Tongue and dares to speak it. The repercussions will be felt for generations…

Sixteen-year-old photography enthusiast Zoey has been fascinated by the haunted, burnt-out ruins of Medwyn Mill House for as long as she can remember–so she and her best friend, Poulton, run away from home to explore them. But are they really alone in the house? And who will know if something goes wrong?

In 1851, seventeen-year-old Roan arrives at the Mill House as a ward–one of three, all with something to hide from their new guardian. When Roan learns that she is connected to an ancient secret, she must escape the house before she is trapped forever.

1583. Hermione, a new young bride, accompanies her husband to the wilds of North Wales where he plans to build the largest water mill and mansion in the area. But rumors of unholy rituals lead to a tragic occurrence and she will need all her strength to defeat it.

Three women, centuries apart, drawn together by one Unholy Pact. A pact made by a man who, more than a thousand years later, may still be watching…

This haunting and captivating mystery redefines the horror and fantasy space.

AUDIOFILE REVIEW

Eerie music greets listeners as a strong, versatile cast weaves this chilling supernatural saga of family secrets, powerful forces, and devastating consequences. Spanning three time periods and countless horrors, the story features three young women and their companions who struggle to survive in Medwyn House, an old mill house with a dangerous secret and a restless presence. Narrators Marisa Calin, Polly Lee, Gemma Dawson, Allan Corduner, and Steve West interweave their narratives, building an atmospheric, unnerving world of magic and ancient evil. The impressive range and depth of each narrator’s performance elevates the pain, longing, and fear in Kurtagich’s story. Forceful characterizations and urgent pacing capture the characters’ courage and bonds with each other. K.S.B. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2019]