
The Pyre
by Amanda Parsons
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Pub Date Oct 01 2023 | Archive Date Oct 22 2023
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Description
They feed on suffering, and Gabriel Thomas is a four-course meal.
In a valley being slowly overrun by a daemonic infestation, Father Gabriel Thomas is the one sowing the seeds of his own destruction. A former alcoholic, his life is left in shambles when a personal tragedy steals the lives of his family, save his infant daughter. Blaming himself, Gabriel vows to atone to them by the only task dire enough to satisfy his guilt: he must eradicate the daemon’s mysterious Master, and end the spread of violence encroaching ever closer to his daughter.
But Gabriel has a plan. By sacrificing his soul to capture a daemon of his own, he can exploit its knowledge to uncover their weaknesses. The trouble is, these daemons feed on suffering, and the grief that motivates him is only making them stronger.
With the snarky Tacheus as his daemonic captive and his old congregation hunting him down, Gabriel embarks on a perilous journey through the bleak southern countryside assisted by a headstrong outcast and her Tourette’s-blighted son. As he comes face to face with true evil, he must confront his own heinous past before guilt destroys him. But fighting this battle means playing directly into the daemons’ hands, as losing might cost him his new companions—and, unbearably, the only family he has left.
Described as the hit television series Supernatural with a literary slant, The Pyre is a devastating and thrilling descent into the dominion of grief, perfect for fans of Grady Hendrix and Alexis Henderson.
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Featured Reviews

A gripping supernatural thriller that had me hooked from start to finish. Set in a valley overrun by daemons, the story follows Father Gabriel Thomas, a man haunted by personal tragedy and guilt. His journey to eradicate the daemonic infestation and protect his daughter is a heart-pounding ride filled with suspense and unexpected twists.
Parsons' storytelling is masterful, blending elements of horror and dark fantasy with deep emotional exploration. Gabriel's internal struggle and the daemons' sinister nature create a chilling atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The characters are well-developed, and the dynamics between them add depth to the narrative. The Pyre is a must-read for fans of supernatural fiction, offering a unique and compelling take on grief, redemption, and the battle against evil.

Get ready for a wild ride with The Pyre! This book is like Supernatural, but with a literary twist that'll have you turning pages faster than you can say "daemon." Amanda Parsons takes us to a dark and daemonic-infested valley where Father Gabriel Thomas is on a mission to save his daughter and confront his own demons.
What I loved about this book is how it combines spine-tingling horror with deep emotions. Gabriel's guilt and grief are palpable, making you root for him even as he faces terrifying daemons. The characters, especially the snarky Tacheus and the outcast with her Tourette's-blighted son, add layers of complexity to the story. If you're into thrilling supernatural tales that tug at your heartstrings, don't miss The Pyre. It's a rollercoaster of a read that'll leave you craving more.
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