The Writs of Wrath

by A.X. Rhodes

Renowned investigative reporter Charles Cohen probes into a recent series of strange fatalities in New York's literary community that seems linked to the near death of his wife Carol and the demise of America's most notable gothic writer over a hundred and fifty years ago. Witnesses speak of a dark apparition haunting the area as Charles discovers peculiar manuscripts from an acclaimed author leading readers to an early grave. Struggling with deep questions of faith, Carol's comatose condition, and a horror that defies the logic of the natural world, Cohen strives to uncover the identity and truth behind the implacable author of - The Writs of Wrath

334 pages, Paperback

First published February 29, 2016

About the author

Novelist, screenwriter, entrepreneur, and former radio personality A.X. Rhodes has lived and worked overseas, raised and trained horses, studied foreign languages and cultures, and now lives a quiet life in a tiny town outside of Athens near the University of Georgia. He writes mysterious suspense chillers, incorporating a balance of horror, humor, and heart in his work. His full biography, scariest and favorite book lists, and info on his future writing projects are available on his official website www.axrhodes.com.

Reviews

[Glen · Rating 3 out of 5]

I won this novel in a goodreads drawing.

This is a Christian horror novel. In the early 19 century, Edgar Allen Poe's roommate, obsessed with vengeance, called down a curse upon the author.

Now, the curse is back. A manuscript that narrates every detail of a person's life, and nobody can stop reading brings fear, darkness, and death. Concerned people investigate, in the present day, and in 1849.

The 1849 narrative seems a bit clunky, maybe a little too Lovecraftian. The modern chapters seem to go faster.

Not bad, creepy enough to satisfy that urge.

[Bridget C · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hooked me from the start! Good in-depth characterization, intriguing plot, and colorful description without getting bogged down in the details. Well-paced like a movie. Scary, funny, and touching too. Looking forward to his next one.

[Caius · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really compelling read. Good yarn!