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THE DEPARTED HAVE ARRIVED.The world is not the way it was. The dead have risen, and the living are under attack. The powerful Church of Real Truth, in charge since the government fell, has sworn to reimburse citizens being harassed by the deceased. Enter Chess Putnam, a fully tattooed witch and freewheeling ghost hunter. She's got a real talent for banishing the wicked dead. But Chess is keeping a dark secret: She owes a lot of money to a murderous drug lord named Bump, who wants immediate payback in the form of a dangerous job that involves black magic, human sacrifice, a nefarious demonic creature, and enough wicked energy to wipe out a city of souls. Toss in lust for a rival gang leader and a dangerous attraction to Bump's ruthless enforcer, and Chess begins to wonder if the rush is really worth it. Hell, yeah.From the Paperback edition.
Unholy Ghosts (Downside Ghosts, Book 1): content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult paranormal fantasy features a drug-addicted protagonist, strong violence including human sacrifice, organized crime elements, mature sexual content, and pervasive strong language. The dark tone and explicit content make it appropriate only for mature adult readers.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include substance abuse, murder, addiction, and death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will be drawn to the gritty post-apocalyptic world where the dead walk and a tattooed witch must navigate dangerous gangs and forbidden magic.