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On October 7, 1849, Edgar Allan Poe did not die.
Upon his release from the hospital on October 9, Edgar is penniless, ashamed and suffering from writer's block. All around him, the world is changing in a whirlwind of industry and invention, but he is stuck; the same old Edgar, the same old problems. His future seems bleak and Edgar wants nothing more than to leave his entire life behind. When a stolen coat provides him with the chance to do exactly that, Edgar seizes it and embarks on a journey to New Orleans that will change his life forever.
Once he arrives in New Orleans, Edgar finds himself swept up in a mysterious world of murder, intrigue and dangerous magic. Someone is killing young singers all over the city in the most gruesome way imaginable. Unable to contain his curiosity, Edgar poses as a journalist and with the help of his two new friends, they begin an investigation into the crimes. Before long, it is apparent to Edgar that their killer has goals beyond what he first suspected. Even worse, Edgar's snooping has caught the madman's attention, putting Edgar and his friends at grave risk.
When a seemingly small clue at last reveals to Edgar the murderer's identity, he realizes the fiend has been right under his nose all along. Reeling with the new information, Edgar feels he is left with no choice but to act. Armed with a bold plan, Edgar decides to make his final stand against a depraved lunatic he once called a friend.
May the Lord help his poor soul.
Upon his release from the hospital on October 9, Edgar is penniless, ashamed and suffering from writer's block. All around him, the world is changing in a whirlwind of industry and invention, but he is stuck; the same old Edgar, the same old problems. His future seems bleak and Edgar wants nothing more than to leave his entire life behind. When a stolen coat provides him with the chance to do exactly that, Edgar seizes it and embarks on a journey to New Orleans that will change his life forever.
Once he arrives in New Orleans, Edgar finds himself swept up in a mysterious world of murder, intrigue and dangerous magic. Someone is killing young singers all over the city in the most gruesome way imaginable. Unable to contain his curiosity, Edgar poses as a journalist and with the help of his two new friends, they begin an investigation into the crimes. Before long, it is apparent to Edgar that their killer has goals beyond what he first suspected. Even worse, Edgar's snooping has caught the madman's attention, putting Edgar and his friends at grave risk.
When a seemingly small clue at last reveals to Edgar the murderer's identity, he realizes the fiend has been right under his nose all along. Reeling with the new information, Edgar feels he is left with no choice but to act. Armed with a bold plan, Edgar decides to make his final stand against a depraved lunatic he once called a friend.
May the Lord help his poor soul.
329 pages, Paperback
First published September 28, 2018
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Justine Sebastian
9 books55 followersJustine Sebastian began writing at the age of four. It took her quite a few years longer to realize she might actually be able to make a living doing so. She was born and raised in the south and does indeed have an accent. She does NOT write romance novels.
Readers can contact her via email at: just_sebastian@outlook.com. She promises not to bite unless you ask her to.
Readers can contact her via email at: just_sebastian@outlook.com. She promises not to bite unless you ask her to.
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November 8, 2018
I really like Justine Sebastian's work. She surprises and at time irritates me with what her characters do, but it's always a good ride.
October 14, 2018
What a fantastic book. It wasn't quite what I was expecting and that is totally okay with me. The plot is interesting but it's the characters that really make this novel shine. They're all well rounded, fleshed out individuals. Even secondary characters stand out with their own styles and personalities. Lucas and Ace are brilliant and Jack is excellently rendered. But it's Edgar Allan Poe who is the real star. His characterization blew me away. He felt so AUTHENTIC that it left me thoroughly impressed. A highly recommended, must read book.
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