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Something evil is at work in Hyde River, an isolated mining town in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Under the cover of darkness, a predator strikes without warning―taking life in the most chilling and savage fashion. The community of Hyde River watches in terror as residents suddenly vanish. Yet, the more locals are pressed for information, the more they close ranks, sworn to secrecy by their forefathers’ hidden sins. Only when Hyde River’s secrets are exposed is the true extent of the danger fully revealed. What the town discovers is something far more deadly than anything they’d imagined. Something that doesn’t just stalk its victims, but has the power to turn hearts black with decay as it slowly fills their souls with darkness.
Is The Oath appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This Christian horror-thriller contains strong supernatural violence, savage predatory attacks, and deeply disturbing themes of spiritual corruption and moral decay. The emphasis on souls turning dark and hearts filled with evil may be intense for sensitive readers.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, and mass death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who enjoy supernatural mysteries with strong faith elements and scary monster-hunting stories will find this gripping.