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Eldritch, Inc.
After an alien intrusion mutates his fiancée into a monster, grad student Michael Avery Yeager is dragged into the world of magic, super-science, spirits, demigods, parallel realities, and amazing coffee.
He’s given the choice of joining Eldridge & S.Q.Amos, Inc. to find a cure for the woman he loves, or lose her—and the memory of her—forever.
Michael doesn’t expect that an out-of-the-way insurance company is Earth’s sole protector against the forces that crawl out of the darkness. Nor does he expect to uncover the unearthly secret within himself that tied his fate to Eldridge.
Who knew preventing Armageddon required so much on-the-job training?
The X-Files meets The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy in this science-fiction/fantasy/horror mashup!
He’s given the choice of joining Eldridge & S.Q.Amos, Inc. to find a cure for the woman he loves, or lose her—and the memory of her—forever.
Michael doesn’t expect that an out-of-the-way insurance company is Earth’s sole protector against the forces that crawl out of the darkness. Nor does he expect to uncover the unearthly secret within himself that tied his fate to Eldridge.
Who knew preventing Armageddon required so much on-the-job training?
The X-Files meets The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy in this science-fiction/fantasy/horror mashup!
450 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 5, 2024
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Christopher D. Ochs
11 books5 followersChristopher D. Ochs dove headfirst into speculative fiction with his epic fantasy "Pindlebryth of Lenland." While scaring audiences with the Lehigh Valley Storytellers Guild, he crafted "If I Can't Sleep, You Can't Sleep," a collection of the mirthful macabre. "My Friend Jackson," is a gritty and gripping YA Urban Fantasy/Horror, and a Finalist in Indies Today's Best Books of 2020. His latest novel, "Eldritch, Inc." is a whimsical tale of science-fiction, fantasy, and horror with a soupçon of humor.
His short stories have been published in award-winning anthologies from the Greater Lehigh Valley Writers Group and Bethlehem Writers Group, including "Fur, Feathers & Scales," Winner of the 2020 Indies Book Awards.
Chris has too many interests for his own damn good. Throughout his careers in physics, electrical engineering and software, CGI animation, as classical organist, and voice talent, writing has always been a buried passion that finally has burst through the ground and shambles toward its time in the sun.
His short stories have been published in award-winning anthologies from the Greater Lehigh Valley Writers Group and Bethlehem Writers Group, including "Fur, Feathers & Scales," Winner of the 2020 Indies Book Awards.
Chris has too many interests for his own damn good. Throughout his careers in physics, electrical engineering and software, CGI animation, as classical organist, and voice talent, writing has always been a buried passion that finally has burst through the ground and shambles toward its time in the sun.
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February 2, 2025
Thanks to Reedsy for providing me with an ARC.
Imagine if your dead-end job involved battling eldritch horrors and deciphering ancient spells while navigating corporate red tape. That’s the world Christopher D. Ochs creates in Eldritch, Inc., the first book in the Michael Yeager series. It’s part supernatural thriller, part sci-fi mystery, and part corporate satire—a wild blend that delivers humor, tension, and just enough absurdity to keep you flipping pages.
The story kicks off with Michael Yeager, a biochemist whose academic career has hit a dead end. Instead of reworking his failed dissertation, he’s dragged into Eldritch & S.Q. Amos Insurance, Inc.—a shadowy organization that’s less about claims adjustments and more about protecting humanity from cosmic horrors. Think The X-Files meets The Office but with more tentacles and magical rituals. When Michael’s fiancée, Sindhu, is attacked during a incident at an observatory, Michael’s personal and professional lives collide in a race against time and otherworldly threats.
Eldritch, Inc. is definitely unique. Ochs doesn’t just dabble in supernatural elements—he dives headfirst into ancient mythology, alien forces, and genetic mysteries. The juxtaposition of arcane rituals and bureaucratic processes is genuinely funny, especially when Eldritch Inc.’s employees argue about office policies while battling shapeshifting enemies. Imagine fighting Cthulhu while filing a quarterly report. Bizzare…yes, but it works!
The dialogue shines, too. Michael’s sarcastic asides and his interactions with his coworkers (including a blue-skinned, multi-armed soldier) add levity without undercutting the stakes. Sindhu’s character is also compelling, although her transformation into a victim of supernatural forces leaves her less active later in the plot, which may feel frustrating for readers hoping for a more substantial female lead.
Eldritch, Inc. is perfect for readers who love genre mashups and speculative fiction that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Fans of The Laundry Files by Charles Stross or White Trash Warlock by David R. Slayton will appreciate its mix of humor, horror, and supernatural intrigue. If you enjoy stories about underdogs facing impossible odds—especially with a side of sarcasm and cosmic terror—this book belongs on your shelf.
In short, Eldritch, Inc. is a rollercoaster of supernatural mayhem and corporate absurdity that will leave you questioning what’s scarier—eldritch horrors or office politics.
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Imagine if your dead-end job involved battling eldritch horrors and deciphering ancient spells while navigating corporate red tape. That’s the world Christopher D. Ochs creates in Eldritch, Inc., the first book in the Michael Yeager series. It’s part supernatural thriller, part sci-fi mystery, and part corporate satire—a wild blend that delivers humor, tension, and just enough absurdity to keep you flipping pages.
The story kicks off with Michael Yeager, a biochemist whose academic career has hit a dead end. Instead of reworking his failed dissertation, he’s dragged into Eldritch & S.Q. Amos Insurance, Inc.—a shadowy organization that’s less about claims adjustments and more about protecting humanity from cosmic horrors. Think The X-Files meets The Office but with more tentacles and magical rituals. When Michael’s fiancée, Sindhu, is attacked during a incident at an observatory, Michael’s personal and professional lives collide in a race against time and otherworldly threats.
Eldritch, Inc. is definitely unique. Ochs doesn’t just dabble in supernatural elements—he dives headfirst into ancient mythology, alien forces, and genetic mysteries. The juxtaposition of arcane rituals and bureaucratic processes is genuinely funny, especially when Eldritch Inc.’s employees argue about office policies while battling shapeshifting enemies. Imagine fighting Cthulhu while filing a quarterly report. Bizzare…yes, but it works!
The dialogue shines, too. Michael’s sarcastic asides and his interactions with his coworkers (including a blue-skinned, multi-armed soldier) add levity without undercutting the stakes. Sindhu’s character is also compelling, although her transformation into a victim of supernatural forces leaves her less active later in the plot, which may feel frustrating for readers hoping for a more substantial female lead.
Eldritch, Inc. is perfect for readers who love genre mashups and speculative fiction that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Fans of The Laundry Files by Charles Stross or White Trash Warlock by David R. Slayton will appreciate its mix of humor, horror, and supernatural intrigue. If you enjoy stories about underdogs facing impossible odds—especially with a side of sarcasm and cosmic terror—this book belongs on your shelf.
In short, Eldritch, Inc. is a rollercoaster of supernatural mayhem and corporate absurdity that will leave you questioning what’s scarier—eldritch horrors or office politics.
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November 16, 2024
This book is quite the read! You'll soon be sucked in, and wanting more. If you enjoy sci-fi and spooky things, this will certainly hold your attention, and you are in for a ride. Michael Yeager, the main character, has a most interesting experience and career change, shall we say. Aliens are real, and good coffee is needed. You'll be captivated by other characters and grumble at some too. You'll be delightfully horrified and creepily confused in all the right ways. Can a plain insurance agent be so intriguing?!? You'll have to read the book....
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