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A Song for Quiet

Cassandra KhawSeries: Persons Non Grata
3.8
(11)
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Pages
96
Year
2017
Language
English
Publisher
Tor Publishing Group

About

Deacon James is a rambling bluesman straight from Georgia, a black man with troubles that he can't escape, and music that won't let him go. On a train to Arkham, he meets trouble, visions of nightmares, gaping mouths and grasping tendrils, and a madman who calls himself John Persons. According to the stranger, Deacon is carrying a seed in his head, a thing that will destroy the world if he lets it hatch.

The mad ravings chase Deacon to his next gig. His saxophone doesn't call up his audience from their seats, it calls up monstrosities from across dimensions. As Deacon flees, chased by horrors and cultists, he stumbles upon a runaway girl, who is trying to escape the destiny awaiting her. Like Deacon, she carries something deep inside her, something twisted and dangerous. Together, they seek to leave Arkham, only to find the Thousand Young lurking in the woods.

The song in Deacon's head is growing stronger, and soon he won't be able to ignore it any more.

Related Subjects

  • Urban
  • Fantasy
  • Adult Fiction
  • General
  • Horror
  • Dark Fantasy
  • Epic
  • Paranormal
  • Contemporary

Extended Details

  • SeriesPersons Non Grata #2

    Reviews

    "A Song for Quiet is a moving story of music, monsters and grief."
    Victor LaValle, author of The Ballad of Black Tom
    "Khaw continues to demonstrate mastery of seductive short-form horror, juxtaposing the disgusting and relentlessly terrifying with moments of exquisite beauty in ways that make it impossible to look away."
    Publishers Weekly, starred review

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    Cassandra KhawAuthor