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Second Child

John Saul (1990)

SubgenreDark Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age18+
Goodreads4.33

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageModerate

Positive tags

MysteryAtmospheric

Protagonist archetypes

Cursed Protagonist

Synopsis

One hundred years ago, in the beautiful village of Secret Cove, Maine, on the night of the annual August Moon Ball, a shy and lovely servant girl committed an act so unspeakably violent that its legacy still lives. Now, the blood-drenched past of this small town is about to come to life once more--just in time for this year's August Moon Ball.

Second Child: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This dark fantasy/horror novel contains strong violence, including a legacy of 'unspeakably violent' acts and blood-soaked imagery. The supernatural horror elements and disturbing premise make it suitable only for mature adult readers.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include murder, death, and violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Adult readers who enjoy atmospheric horror with historical curses and small-town mysteries will find this chilling.

Tags

HorrorSupernatural ThrillerGothic FictionSmall Town Mystery