The Tapestry

by Paul Wigmore

The day Gavin died was the best and worst day of his life so far. The worst because he lost his beloved in the fire that killed them both, but the best because he was set free from his mortal shell, by Saul. The mightiest demon to ever wander the wasteland of Hades. It is only with our last breath that one of us, (God's children) can permit to sell our soul to another. The cost is always high and the reward usually fleeting. Yet for Gavin, this was not to be the case. He vowed revenge on the men who murdered his beloved, and he was determined to get it. So when a soul as damaged and twisted as Gavin's is sold to a demon as dark and evil as Saul, (the bringer of the black plague), the only thing that can follow is devastation and the possible decimation of the human race. Humanity's only saviour is the psychic, Clara, The Guardian and keeper of the Dragonfire which is embedded in the tapestry on her wall. The mysteries of the magical tapestry kept from her until the time comes for her to become The Guardian. The dragons are there to guide her and help her on her journey. But can she 'become' in time to save the children?

180 pages, Paperback

First published March 16, 2014

Reviews

[Erica N. · Rating 5 out of 5]

“What sets this book apart is that it isn’t just about terror or shock value. Underneath the darkness, there’s a story about grief, love, sacrifice, and what people become when everything is taken from them. Gavin represents one side of that spectrum, Clara the other. The moments of tenderness, especially involving Clara’s connection to the tapestry, give the reader a break from the horror while deepening the impact of the story.”

[Jimmy K. · Rating 5 out of 5]

“This is one of those stories where you never feel fully at ease. Not because it’s nonstop gore, but because the atmosphere is thick with tension. Everything feels like it’s building toward something catastrophic. The author does a great job creating dread without overexplaining the supernatural rules too early. Gavin’s scenes are especially haunting, and Clara’s visions add another layer of unease. It’s the kind of horror that crawls under your skin.”

[John D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book feels like something readers stumble upon and immediately want to talk about. The imagination, the emotional depth, and the dark mythology pulled me in far more than I expected. It’s the kind of story where you can tell the author had a clear, powerful vision, and it shows on every page. I kept thinking how many horror and dark-fantasy readers would absolutely fall in love with this once they discover it.

[Alexander · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book had me hooked from the very first page. The narrator’s eerie, slightly playful voice sets a chilling tone that draws you in immediately. Gavin’s tragic fall and his pact with the demon Saul make for an unforgettable story. The atmosphere is rich, the lore is fascinating, and the horror is relentless. Dark, disturbing, and impossible to put down.

[Jason B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Even though the story has a lot of layers, demons, magic, destiny, revenge, it moves quickly and never feels bogged down. The opening grabs you immediately and each chapter adds a little more urgency. The stakes never stop rising, and Clara’s struggle to understand her role keeps the emotional core intact. I finished half the book in one night without realizing it.”

[Pam J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story has confidence. It knows what it is and doesn’t apologize for it. The emotional core, the horror elements, and the mythic scale all work together beautifully. It felt less like reading a book and more like entering a fully formed world. It’s easy to imagine how strongly this would resonate with a wider audience of dark-fiction fans.