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Synopsis
"Strange things exist on the periphery of our existence, haunting us from the darkness looming beyond our firelight. Black magic, weird cults and worse things loom in the shadows. The Children of Old Leech have been with us from time immemorial. And they love us. Donald Miller, geologist and academic, has walked along the edge of a chasm for most of his nearly eighty years, leading a charmed life between endearing absent-mindedness and sanity-shattering realization. Now, all things must converge. Donald will discover the dark secrets along the edges, unearthing savage truths about his wife Michelle, their adult twins, and all he knows and trusts. For Donald is about to stumble on the secret of The Croning."--Provided by publisher.
The Croning: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This is extreme cosmic horror fiction featuring graphic violence, body horror, disturbing cult content, and psychological terror. The protagonist uncovers horrific truths about reality, his family, and an ancient evil cult called The Children of Old Leech.
What to know going in
This book has graphic violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include torture, graphic violence, gore, and death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who enjoy deeply unsettling cosmic horror and psychological terror will find this compelling.