Cordyceps Rising

Je Gurley’s Cordyceps Rising presents a narrative where the ancient Mayans are driven from their cities by a pathogen that has now emerged in America. The story follows Miami Special Investigations Squad Detective Kyle Bane as he confronts Ordicordyceps unilateralis, a zombie fungus that transforms individuals into mindless killing machines. This biological threat forces Bane to abandon his standard police training and adopt the methods of a cold blooded killer. His goal is to protect himself and his friends while attempting to save Miami from total destruction. The plot depicts the city’s skyline in flames, specifically the great White Wall of Downtown skyrises burning as the infection spreads. Bane’s struggle involves overcoming his doubts about his own abilities amidst this chaos. The book draws on gothic and supernatural traditions by reimagining a real-world fungal threat as an apocalyptic event. It blends crime fiction elements with horror tropes, focusing on the psychological shift of a law enforcement officer becoming what he hunts. This title suits readers who enjoy biological horror and urban disaster scenarios. Those seeking historical accuracy regarding Mayan archaeology or realistic police procedural details may find the premise too speculative. The narrative prioritizes action and survival over scientific explanation. It is published by Severed Press and offers a tense look at a city under siege by an invisible enemy.