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Thespians: A Tragedy
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Expected 4 May 27The theater-kid cliché of “If I don’t ‘make it’ by the time I’m 30, I’ll die” takes a dark, literal turn in this dazzling horror debut.
On September 30th, Chloe St. Claire sets herself on fire. One month later, Zachary Downing throws himself off a building. Both were aspiring actors and drama school classmates, and both died on their 30th birthdays.
Struggling playwright Dante Pérez was the last person to see Zach alive. Haunted by an exchange they had that day, in which Zach hinted that somebody might be stalking him, Dante decides to investigate Zach’s death and discovers a disturbing trail of breadcrumbs that point toward a sinister—and potentially supernatural—figure, “the Muse,” which seems to decide which of its victims live or die based on their professional success (or lack thereof).
As the clock ticks closer to their 30th birthdays and the Muse claims more victims, the dwindling ensemble of surviving friends—hubris-stricken Dante, downtrodden ex-director Abby, actual Hollywood starlet Sierra, and uncategorizable Jesse—must attempt to achieve fame and fortune . . . or die trying. Filmmaker Remy Fink’s stylish debut freewheels through styles and perspectives and will hit hard with anybody who’s ever been a theater kid . . . or wanted to kill one.
On September 30th, Chloe St. Claire sets herself on fire. One month later, Zachary Downing throws himself off a building. Both were aspiring actors and drama school classmates, and both died on their 30th birthdays.
Struggling playwright Dante Pérez was the last person to see Zach alive. Haunted by an exchange they had that day, in which Zach hinted that somebody might be stalking him, Dante decides to investigate Zach’s death and discovers a disturbing trail of breadcrumbs that point toward a sinister—and potentially supernatural—figure, “the Muse,” which seems to decide which of its victims live or die based on their professional success (or lack thereof).
As the clock ticks closer to their 30th birthdays and the Muse claims more victims, the dwindling ensemble of surviving friends—hubris-stricken Dante, downtrodden ex-director Abby, actual Hollywood starlet Sierra, and uncategorizable Jesse—must attempt to achieve fame and fortune . . . or die trying. Filmmaker Remy Fink’s stylish debut freewheels through styles and perspectives and will hit hard with anybody who’s ever been a theater kid . . . or wanted to kill one.
- GenresHorror
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Expected publication May 4, 2027
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October 27, 2026
4.5⭐️
*tw suicide*
Firstly thank you NetGalley for the arc!
This is an incredible debut horror novel by Remy Fink taking a dark stance on the goal of making a name for yourself in the performance industry.
The book opens with a chilling scene of Chloe St. Claire setting herself on fire on her 30th birthday and passing away. It then follows Chloe’s group of estranged friends who were all once part of “The Drama Club”, a self-run group in their early days as performers.
Slowly a pattern emerges where on a member of the group’s 30th birthday, they will take their own life in a tragic, gruesome way.
All seems to be a series of terrible accidents, but one member Dante sees the pattern and decides to investigate further to see if any of the others have hope to escape this fate.
This book is addicting and very unique in its plot. As a retired theatre kid I loved all of the references and the existentialism that comes with pursuing the arts, pulling back the layers of what it means to “make it” in the performance world.
It also featured different literary styles such as letters, articles, scripts, journals…etc. It is extremely creative and elevated the stakes in the story.
I cannot wait to share this one when it’s released and staff pick it for work. Will also be keeping my eye out for more of this author, as I loved the writing style.
*my review is my own and in no way associated with any company/anyone else*
*tw suicide*
Firstly thank you NetGalley for the arc!
This is an incredible debut horror novel by Remy Fink taking a dark stance on the goal of making a name for yourself in the performance industry.
The book opens with a chilling scene of Chloe St. Claire setting herself on fire on her 30th birthday and passing away. It then follows Chloe’s group of estranged friends who were all once part of “The Drama Club”, a self-run group in their early days as performers.
Slowly a pattern emerges where on a member of the group’s 30th birthday, they will take their own life in a tragic, gruesome way.
All seems to be a series of terrible accidents, but one member Dante sees the pattern and decides to investigate further to see if any of the others have hope to escape this fate.
This book is addicting and very unique in its plot. As a retired theatre kid I loved all of the references and the existentialism that comes with pursuing the arts, pulling back the layers of what it means to “make it” in the performance world.
It also featured different literary styles such as letters, articles, scripts, journals…etc. It is extremely creative and elevated the stakes in the story.
I cannot wait to share this one when it’s released and staff pick it for work. Will also be keeping my eye out for more of this author, as I loved the writing style.
*my review is my own and in no way associated with any company/anyone else*
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thespians is a fantastic read. A theatre inspired horror read, this is such a unique concept combining the tantalising aspects of a horror thriller with theatre. As someone who has a growing interest with theatre being a centralised part of a story, its use here within the horror genre has landed extremely well. As someone who doesn’t read horror novels, this has made me more interested in the genre as a whole. I read entire the novel in two days and the only reason, I didn’t read it in one sitting is because I have to go to work. It was gripping. I definitely recommend it and thinks its a perfect read whether you want to read on a random Tuesday (me), Halloween, Summerween or just a general good time.
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