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Synopsis
In the fourth gripping book in this series, old ghosts of different kinds come back to haunt Felix Names and faces he thought he'd left behind in Liverpool resurface in London, bringing Castor far more trouble than he'd anticipated. Childhood memories, family traumas, sins old and new, and a council estate that was meant to be a modern utopia until it turned into something like hell--these are just some of the sticks life uses to beat Felix Castor with as things go from bad to worse for London's favorite freelance exorcist. See, Castor's stepped over the line this time, and he knows he'll have to pay; how much is the only question. Not the best of times, then, for an unwelcome confrontation with his holier-than-thou brother, Matthew, and just when he thinks things can't possibly get any worse, along comes Father Gwillam and the Anathemata. Oh joy.
Thicker Than Water: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This urban fantasy features an exorcist protagonist dealing with supernatural violence, strong language, and dark themes involving family trauma and moral consequences. Violence is on-page with ghostly/supernatural horror elements.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include death, violence, and family trauma (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who enjoy noir-style supernatural mysteries with morally complex protagonists will find this engaging.