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Synopsis
"Decades ago a young rock and blues guitarist and junkie named Niko signed in blood on the dotted line and in return became the stuff of music legend. But when the love of his damned life grows mortally and mysteriously ill he realizes he's lost more than he bargained for--and that wasn t part of the Deal. So Niko sets out on a harrowing journey from the streets of Los Angeles through the downtown subway tunnels and across the redlit plain of the most vividly realized Hell since Dante, to play the gig of his mortgaged life and win back the purloined soul of his lost love ..."--Dust jacket flap.
Mortality Bridge: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult dark fantasy features a rock musician journeying through a vividly depicted Hell to reclaim his lover's soul, with strong language, substance abuse themes (junkie protagonist), and graphic hellish imagery. Mature content throughout including deals with demons and infernal torment.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include substance abuse, addiction, death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who love dark mythology retellings and rock music will be captivated by this harrowing journey through Hell.