Horror

Making Monsters – Dark Origins

Making Monsters – Dark Origins

by AJ Parnell & Chuck Duncan

by AJ Parnell & Chuck Duncan

379 pages

Published June 2021

ISBN 979-8528951140

$14.00

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About This Book

About This Book

Battling to survive his savage surroundings, Vander, a boy with a supernatural gift, finds himself in a cat and mouse game with a sophisticated serial killer while also helping his mentor evade corrupt local authorities.
Living in a South African slum, Vander faces dangers from an abusive father, roaming street gangs and predatory police officers. His supernatural premonitions become more horrifying by the day as he struggles to understand them.
Befriended by a wealthy Englishman, who believes in the boy, Vander sees an opportunity to change his destiny. But, suddenly, Vander realizes that a serial killer is closing in on him.
In order to survive, will he be forced to unleash his own monster from within?

Perfect for readers who love:

Gritty, high-stakes psychological thrillers

Dark fantasy with a supernatural twist

Complex, morally grey characters

Atmospheric and international settings

Tense themes of fate vs. personal choice

A seamless blend of horror, crime, and mystery

What Readers are Saying

Reviews & Praise

Reviews & Praise

  • “I loved the thrill of this book. It kept me on my toes as I journeyed with Vander through the unknown"

    — Ultimusprime - Amazon

  • “This book is a very dark and a powerful story that really kept me fully engage with it's intense suspense and emotional depth. Vander's journey feels so raw and real and his supernatural struggles add a very chilling layer that really makes the story so unforgettable. I especially enjoyed the ongoing battle between him and the serial killer which truly kept me constantly tense and eager to see what would really happen next."

    — Latoya - Amazon

  • “This book pulled me right into it! Gripping and darkly wonderful. Highly recommended for those enjoy a good supernatural read!"

    — Lulu - Amazon

  • “I loved the thrill of this book. It kept me on my toes as I journeyed with Vander through the unknown"

    — Ultimusprime - Amazon

  • “This book is a very dark and a powerful story that really kept me fully engage with it's intense suspense and emotional depth. Vander's journey feels so raw and real and his supernatural struggles add a very chilling layer that really makes the story so unforgettable. I especially enjoyed the ongoing battle between him and the serial killer which truly kept me constantly tense and eager to see what would really happen next."

    — Latoya - Amazon

  • “This book pulled me right into it! Gripping and darkly wonderful. Highly recommended for those enjoy a good supernatural read!"

    — Lulu - Amazon

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