The Mask of Verdon

by Nick Roth

In the quiet harbor town of Verdon, psychologist Dr. Alex Adler returns—not just to confront the ghosts of his past, but to unravel the mystery his last patient left behind.

Shadows slither at the edges of reality, whispers stir from forgotten artifacts, and an eerie mask may hold the key to Verdon’s darkest secrets.

As Alex digs deeper, the town’s enigmatic history unravels into something far more sinister.

Now, he must separate truth from legend before the nightmares he chases consume him completely.

69 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 1, 2025

About the author

I am based in Switzerland, where I craft enthralling tales that predominantly delve into fantasy and horror.

If you like the uncanny, thrive on fantastical elements, and seek to explain the unexplained, I invite you to sit down with me, get cozy, and explore the darkness together.

Reviews

[Artis Noah · Rating 4 out of 5]

An unwavering anticipation lingers as the pages turn. While the heart of the mystery becomes clear within the first few pages, the full extent of its darkness unravels through past demons that haunt the people of Verdon. The book beautifully blends the unsettling characteristics of thrillers, horror, and introspection with witty banter and the quirky characterization of those entangled in Verdon’s secrets. The writing flows effortlessly, drawing you into a world that comes alive within a few but well-crafted pages.

We all have secrets to hide behind; it takes courage to remove the mask and face them.

[Priscilla Carina · Rating 4 out of 5]

When I first picked up the novelette I didnt't know what I was getting into. Not usually the novelette reader, I have to say that I enjoyed reading every single page of it. In my opinion the author manages to deliver King-esque suspense while creating a story that is not only inspired by psychology, folklore, and dark vibes but creates a full circle experience. The only thing I didn't like was the length of it, as I prefer more pages to a story.