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To the Devil a Daughter

Dennis Wheatley (1953)

SubgenreDark Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age18+
Goodreads3.66

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentModerate
LanguageMild

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Protagonist archetypes

Tortured Protagonist

Synopsis

Beneath the azure sky of the French Riviera, Christina Mordant looks and behaves like any other attractive girl. But each night as darkness falls, the demon within her betrays its presence. A thousand miles away, deep in the Essex marshes, a priest of Satan is about to achieve his life's ambition: Canon Copely-Syle of Bentford Priory prepares for the virgin sacrifice which will give breath to the foul abomination he has created...

To the Devil a Daughter: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This classic dark fantasy contains satanic rituals, demonic possession, planned virgin sacrifice, and occult horror themes. The content involves strong violence and disturbing supernatural elements inappropriate for younger readers.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Adult readers who enjoy classic occult horror and supernatural thrillers will find this atmospheric tale of demonic possession and satanic priests compelling.

Tags

HorrorOccult FictionSupernatural ThrillerClassic Dark Fantasy