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Daubed in Darkness book cover
Daubed in Darkness
2023
First Published
4.17
Average Rating
309
Number of Pages

The pandemic has turned New York into a ghost city. People have fled in droves, graffiti has risen from the dead, and the leftovers are forced to wait out the virus in solitude. Life is turned upside down. Atticus and Zephyr are New York City-based artists with a flair for the macabre. Atticus specializes in ghoulish, life-like sculptures; Zephyr creates spooky narratives by amassing antiques and collectables. As classic millennials, they struggle to remain creative in a world dominated by social media and short attention spans Due to the mania induced by quarantine, both feel change on the horizon. The couple meet the enigmatic Dexter, an artist who gives them everything they never knew they needed. Dexter’s presence is haunting, enticing and equally dangerous. After Dexter introduces them to a city beneath Manhattan, the obsession begins. From secret warehouse parties to an entire city beneath their feet, a dangerous relationship develops, thus all of their lives are altered. Much like how a virus infiltrates the cells and takes over, dark love can change a person, forevermore.

Avg Rating
4.17
Number of Ratings
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Author

J. Daniel Stone
J. Daniel Stone
Author · 5 books

NYC born and raised J. Daniel Stone writes urban horror with a queer focus. He sold his first story when he was 22-years-old and has since written four novels (The Absence of Light, Blood Kiss, Stations of Shadow and Daubed in Darkness), as well as a short story collection (Lovebites & Razorlines) and a novella (I Can Taste The Blood). He writes under a pseudonym to keep the wolves at bay. Visit him at www.SolitarySpiral.com and all socials @SolitarySpiral

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