Böcker av J. T. Patten

Enter the psychological madness, as two brothers must first become monsters before transitioning to vampires. Best Selling Dark Fiction author, J.T. Patten kicks off a new horror series dedicated to New Orleans legends and folklore with a terrifying novella about the monsters within us all. The sun sets over New Orleans, and two brothers, John and Wayne Carter, find themselves standing in a French Quarter alleyway, their clothes stained with blood, and their minds foggy. They have no memory of how they got there or what they have done. All they can recall is a new friend, Jacques St. Germain offered them a deal - work for him, and he will give them a home, purpose, and power. As the brothers sink deeper into compelled crimes, they are plagued by nightmares and memories they can't explain. Through a romantic interest of John, the Carters seek the help of her aunt, a voodoo queen, who recognizes their plight and a danger to her own family. With guidance, they unlock memories of their past and learn about the dark rituals that they were forced to participate in. The brothers race against time to break Jacques' hold before they are turned and forced to serve him for eternity. But the old vampire is not so easily defeated, and the brothers find themselves in a final showdown with Jacques. Enter the legends and the hidden world of the Big Easy where paths intertwine with serial killers, witchcraft, and a bloodline of the dead that existed well before Prohibition in the Crescent City. Laissez les bons temps rouler.

As the sun sets over New Orleans, two brothers, John and Wayne Carter, find themselves standing in a French Quarter alleyway, their clothes stained with blood, and their minds foggy. They have no memory of how they got there or what they have done. All they can recall is a new friend, Jacques St. Germain offered them a deal - work for him, and he will give them a home, purpose, and power.As the brothers sink deeper into compelled crimes, they are plagued by nightmares and memories they can't explain. Through a romantic interest of John, the Carters seek the help of her aunt, a voodoo queen, who recognizes their plight and a danger to her own family. With guidance, they unlock memories of their past and learn about the dark rituals they were forced to participate in.The brothers race against time to break Jacques' hold before they are turned and forced to serve him for eternity. But the old vampire is not so easily defeated, and the brothers find themselves in a final showdown with Jacques.Enter the origin story legend and the hidden world of the Big Easy where paths intertwine with serial killers, witchcraft, and a bloodline of the dead that existed well before Prohibition in the Crescent City.Laissez les bons temps rouler.

REMEMBER WHEN A BOOK COULD SCARE YOU? In what Kirkus Reviews describes as "A haunting and often genuinely moving modern horror tale," this dark novel with harrowing twists and mystery taking from Jewish and Romani folklore, is focused on a uniquely gifted boy who falls into a dangerous cat-and-mouse game with the arrival of a monstrous protector...searching for something of the past within a unique bloodline. Whispers of a Gypsy brings fear back to horror and psychological suspense the way we remember classic Jack Ketchum, Stephen King, Clive Barker, and Thomas Harris novels, while adding Patten's trademark penchant for the unexpected in a fast-paced emotional and fear-driven rollercoaster ride. Screencraft's Cinematic Book Competition Quarterfinalist "Whispers of a Gypsy is a deeply compelling and thrilling horror story that benefits from a strong handling of the horror genre and an immensely original setup. Akin to early works of King!" Publishers Weekly BookLife"This is a dark, haunting read, not for the faint of heart, but with humanity at its core. Readers of action-packed dark horror will be onboard. Takeaway: This polished horror story explores family obligation and the overwhelming costs of revenge. Great for fans of: Dan Simmons's Carrion Comfort, Bari Wood's The Tribe."SummaryNeurodivergent, young Dwight Skinner considers his mental challenges to be a superpower, but it's a pure bloodline that will put him in danger. When a tragic event brings a mysterious Romani neighbor, Mr. Mortimer, out of seclusion and into the Skinner family's lives, Dwight and his emotionally overloaded mother find an unsuspecting protector in this dark lurking whisperer. Death and horrific secrets trail the unfolding life of Mr. Mortimer's past, and questions soon arise as to who has the more sinister of intentions, Dwight or the "Gypsy" he unconditionally trusts. The whispers have the answer.