"This is the second book I've read by this author, and I was not disappointed. What another great story that had me completely engaged. We follow Simon, who is a journalist. He finds himself attracted to Jenny, who is keen to explore an alternative way of life led by following principles of Gaia as mother earth. Jenny ends up joining a commune, and Simon dutifully follows. Before we know what is happening, Simon finds a hidden danger at the hands of a mad scientist. Can he thwart the nefarious plot and save himself and Jenny?"
Rozanne
"I loved the merged genres and how Ford neatly weaves them together to make a novel that is not only enjoyable but readable and believable. All in all if you love modern fantasy and science fiction that is grounded in a strong sense of reality this one is definitely for you."
Siobhain (What You Tolkien About)
“a heady, genre-defying novel that fuses investigative thriller, speculative science, and modern myth … deranged scientist’s grotesque project to transform kidnapped individuals into living embodiments of mythological creatures. The revelation that Jenny could be metamorphosed into a mermaid raises the stakes to a visceral level … lampoons the culture wars of Glastonbury—hippies, witches, new-age seekers, conservative moral crusaders—while grounding its humour in very real anxieties about power, exploitation, and belief. Scenes featuring clashing covens, opportunistic journalists, and the Moral Multitude (a reactionary Christian faction) carry both absurd comedy and sharp social commentary … the reader feels … overwhelmed and seduced by Glastonbury’s chaos … The town itself becomes a character—vivid, contradictory, and alive with forces beyond comprehension … a witty, imaginative, and unsettling tale that will appeal to readers of speculative thrillers, modern gothic, and satirical fiction alike …”
Book Viral
“… A powerful balance of mythology driven fantasy and sci-fi madness, the narrative the author creates is so unique and creative. The lighthearted and humorous dialogue and character dynamics the protagonist and the cast of characters exude when the novel begins is easily meshed with the darker plot turns and tense buildup of atmosphere the narrative goes into. The vast imagery of the author’s writing style, as well as the maturity of some of the more adult scenes as well, helped elevate this story of legends and fairy tales out of the history books and into the modern age …”
Pacific Book Review
“… Stephen Ford has created a group of fascinating, hard-to-forget characters who all assist in making this at times incredible plot work. I found myself racing through the final chapters to get to the end to find out what would happen. It’s almost impossible to put this into one genre; there’s fantasy, science fiction, drama, romance, cultism, and witchcraft all wrapped up in a thriller …”
Stephen Christopher, Readers’ Favorite
“… a satirical dystopian thriller with copious helpings of political commentary infused with the mysticism of one of the most enigmatic towns in Britain, Glastonbury … the themes in this book are about power and belief, and how they get entwined until you can no longer separate them … challenging, brain-stimulating, and textured. It is the kind of book that lingers with you because it keeps poking at questions that relate to everyday life- who we trust, what we believe, and how easily power reshapes both.”
Ephantus Gold, Best Sellers World Review
“… delves into character dynamics with impressive depth. Characters like the Marquess and Philomena create an atmospheric shift in their respective scenes … a multifaceted book filled with twists and turns. Ford showcases his writing talent in an engaging and arguably his darkest story to date …”
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