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In "The Gathering," Detective Atkins probes a grisly murder in an Alaskan town, uncovering dark secrets and primal fears.
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In "The Gathering," rural Alaska's tranquility shatters when a brutal murder rocks Deadhart—a small town harboring dark secrets and superstitions. Detective Barbara Atkins, an expert in vampyr killings, faces a chilling case: a boy found savagely murdered, drained of blood. Blaming the Colony, a marginalized community of vampyrs, the town demands retribution.

Barbara enlists the help of former sheriff Jenson Tucker, delving into Deadhart's murky past. Amidst suspicion and tension, they unearth sinister truths, each revelation plunging them deeper into a web of deception and danger. As another body surfaces and suspicion mounts, Barbara and Tucker race against time to uncover the killer's identity.

Haunted by the specter of a bloodthirsty monster, the town teeters on the brink of chaos, its residents gripped by fear and paranoia. With the Alaskan wilderness blanketed in snow and darkness, the stakes escalate, and the line between predator and prey blurs.

Author Stuart Turton's gripping narrative immerses readers in a chilling world of suspense and intrigue. Against a backdrop of isolation and mistrust, Barbara and Tucker navigate treacherous terrain, confronting not only the killer lurking in the shadows but also the demons of their own pasts.

"The Gathering" masterfully blends elements of mystery and horror, crafting a tale that resonates with tension and unease. As Barbara and Tucker confront the darkness that lurks beneath Deadhart's surface, they must unravel the truth before it consumes them—and the town—completely. 📚❤️

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In "The Gathering," rural Alaska's tranquility shatters when a brutal murder rocks Deadhart—a small town harboring dark secrets and superstitions. Detective Barbara Atkins, an expert in vampyr killings, faces a chilling case: a boy found savagely murdered, drained of blood. Blaming the Colony, a marginalized community of vampyrs, the town demands retribution.

Barbara enlists the help of former sheriff Jenson Tucker, delving into Deadhart's murky past. Amidst suspicion and tension, they unearth sinister truths, each revelation plunging them deeper into a web of deception and danger. As another body surfaces and suspicion mounts, Barbara and Tucker race against time to uncover the killer's identity.

Haunted by the specter of a bloodthirsty monster, the town teeters on the brink of chaos, its residents gripped by fear and paranoia. With the Alaskan wilderness blanketed in snow and darkness, the stakes escalate, and the line between predator and prey blurs.

Author Stuart Turton's gripping narrative immerses readers in a chilling world of suspense and intrigue. Against a backdrop of isolation and mistrust, Barbara and Tucker navigate treacherous terrain, confronting not only the killer lurking in the shadows but also the demons of their own pasts.

"The Gathering" masterfully blends elements of mystery and horror, crafting a tale that resonates with tension and unease. As Barbara and Tucker confront the darkness that lurks beneath Deadhart's surface, they must unravel the truth before it consumes them—and the town—completely. 📚❤️