Living Things
A Miami mob war collides with ancient undead rituals in this supernatural thriller.
The narrative centers on a power struggle within a Miami-based criminal organization. A new enemy emerges who utilizes ancient rituals to raise an army of the dead. This force targets ganglords and henchmen, disrupting the established control over the drug trade. Two protagonists, one with law enforcement experience and another with anthropological expertise, investigate this supernatural incursion. They face a grim dilemma involving their own survival and spiritual integrity against an unstoppable malevolent force.
The story is set in Miami under the shimmering sun, depicting a world of beachfront mansions and neon nightclubs. It explores the intersection of organized crime and supernatural horror, focusing on the billion-dollar drug trade and the absolute control exerted by ganglords in this specific American city.
📝 Description: Living Things
💎 Our verdict on Living Things
📖 Why choose it
Why this book is worth reading
Readers who enjoy the intersection of gritty crime fiction and supernatural horror will find this narrative compelling. The book offers a unique blend of Miami mob dynamics with ancient undead rituals, appealing to those interested in urban fantasy elements mixed with true crime atmospheres. It suits fans of dark, contemporary tales involving magical threats and power struggles within criminal organizations. Those who appreciate protagonists facing grim dilemmas between survival and spiritual integrity against malevolent forces will likely engage with the story's tension. It provides a specific genre blend for enthusiasts of psychological horror and vampire lore, avoiding historical accuracy in favor of atmospheric supernatural conflict.
⭐ Reader reviews
Reader rating
Russo effectively merges the lavish, neon-lit world of Miami’s Mafia with terrifying ancient occult practices, creating a distinct atmospheric experience. The narrative successfully pits burned-out law enforcement against an unstoppable undead force, offering high stakes for protagonists caught between annihilation and eternal torment. This approach appeals strongly to readers who enjoy urban fantasy blended with crime fiction and horror elements. The book delivers on its promise of a supernatural thriller, though it may not satisfy those seeking historical accuracy or non-fiction accounts of the Mafia. It is best suited for fans of dark, contemporary tales involving magical threats and cosmic horror.
📖 Read on the blog
✍️ More books by this author John Russo
🏛 Books from this publisher Burning Bulb Publishing
You might also like
See more →
Have a question about this item?
Ask about the edition, condition, delivery or anything else — we reply by email or phone, usually within a day.
