Vicious Circle
Following in the footsteps of megasellers Neil Gaiman and Jim Butcher, comic book writer Mike Carey presents his second hip supernatural thriller featuring freelance exorcist Felix Castor.
Castor has reluctantly returned to exorcism after the case of the Bonnington Archive ghost convinced him that he really can do some good with his abilities ("good", of course, being a relative term when dealing with the undead). But his friend, Rafi, is still possessed; the succubus, Ajulutsikael (Juliet to her friends), still technically has a contract on him; and he's still – let's not beat around the bush – dirt poor.
Doing some consulting for the local constabulary helps pay the bills, but Castor needs a big, private job to really fill the hole in his overdraft. That's what he needs. What he gets, good fortune and Castor not being on speaking terms, is a seemingly insignificant "missing ghost" case that inexorably drags himself and his loved ones into the middle of a horrific plot to raise one of Hell's fiercest demons.
When Satanists, sacrifice farms, stolen spirits and possessed churches all appear on the same police report, the name of Felix Castor can't be too far behind.
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M.R. Carey
M.R. Carey has a knack for blending the uncanny with the deeply human, crafting stories that haunt, resonate, and provoke thought long after the last page is turned. A master of tension and emotional complexity, Carey’s works often explore the fragility of humanity, the consequences of survival, and the resilience of the spirit in the face of overwhelming odds.
Best known for The Girl with All the Gifts, Carey redefined the post-apocalyptic genre, creating a chilling yet moving tale of a young girl who holds the key to humanity’s future in a world ravaged by a devastating fungal infection. With a premise that blends horror, science fiction, and the profound innocence of childhood, the book resonated deeply with readers and critics alike, leading to a film adaptation and securing Carey’s place in the literary spotlight.
Felix Castor
Felix Castor consists of five books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
