Raga Six

Name: Raga Six
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ISBN: 9781497637191

✍️ Frank Lauria

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A physician turns occult scholar in a global battle against ancient evil.

Doctor Owen Orient leaves his New York practice for a simpler existence but finds himself drawn into occult studies. His journey starts in a Manhattan black magic commune and expands to Tangier, Marrakech, and Rome. He faces an ancient ravening evil using telepathy, telekinesis, and sex as weapons. The narrative challenges his scientific rationality and emotional instincts through these horrifying events.

Key Themes

black magic commune ancient ravening evil scientific rationality

Literary Context

Published in 2014 by Open Road Media Science & Fantasy, this work sits within the genre of supernatural fiction. It draws on occult traditions and settings in Manhattan, Tangier, Marrakech, and Rome to explore the conflict between medical science and hidden powers.

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Recommended For Fans Of

Robert Bloch · H.P. Lovecraft · Richard Matheson

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Horror Fiction

🏛 Open Road Media Science & Fantasy 📅 2014 📖 302 pages 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781497637191

📝 Description: Raga Six

Frank Lauria presents a narrative following Doctor Owen Orient, a New York medical professional who abandons his practice to pursue a simpler life. His search for meaning instead pulls him into the occult, challenging his scientific rationality and personal instincts. The story begins within a Manhattan black magic commune before expanding its scope across continents. Orient travels to Tangier, Marrakech, and Rome as he confronts an ancient ravening evil. This confrontation requires him to utilize telepathy and telekinesis alongside physical intimacy as weapons in a struggle for survival. The novel examines the intersection of medical science and supernatural forces. It draws on traditions of black magic and occult study to frame its plot. The narrative structure moves from urban America to North African and European settings, reflecting the protagonist's deepening involvement in these hidden worlds. Lauria writes about a man whose quest for simplicity leads to a frenzied struggle to the death. The text explores how rationality collapses when faced with forces that defy explanation. This book suits readers interested in supernatural fiction that blends medical backgrounds with occult themes. It may not appeal to those seeking purely historical gothic tales without modern scientific elements. The story focuses on specific locations and the protagonist's internal conflict rather than broad philosophical treatises.

💎 Our verdict on Raga Six

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Horror Reads editorial team

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Lauria constructs a tense narrative where Doctor Owen Orient’s scientific worldview is systematically dismantled by occult realities. The transition from Manhattan to North Africa and Europe effectively mirrors the protagonist's deepening entanglement with hidden worlds. The text succeeds in portraying the collapse of rationality, offering a visceral look at how medical training provides little defense against ancient evil. This approach suits readers who prefer supernatural fiction grounded in psychological struggle rather than pure gothic atmosphere. The focus on specific locations and internal conflict creates a claustrophobic yet expansive feel, making it a strong choice for those interested in the genre's exploration of hidden powers and the fragility of human understanding.

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers who enjoy the collision of clinical logic and arcane chaos will find this narrative compelling. It appeals to those fascinated by protagonists whose professional expertise fails against ancient, irrational forces. The book offers a unique perspective for fans of psychological horror who appreciate the erosion of scientific certainty when confronted with telepathic and telekinetic threats. It is ideal for audiences seeking a journey that moves from urban American settings to exotic locales like Tangier and Rome, providing a sense of global scale in the battle against evil. The exploration of using intimacy as a weapon adds a distinct layer of tension for those interested in the darker intersections of human connection and supernatural survival.

⭐ Reader reviews

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Reader rating

4.5

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Horror Reads editorial team

Lauria constructs a tense narrative where Doctor Owen Orient’s scientific worldview is systematically dismantled by occult realities. The transition from Manhattan to North Africa and Europe effectively mirrors the protagonist's deepening entanglement with hidden worlds. The text succeeds in portraying the collapse of rationality, offering a visceral look at how medical training provides little defense against ancient evil. This approach suits readers who prefer supernatural fiction grounded in psychological struggle rather than pure gothic atmosphere. The focus on specific locations and internal conflict creates a claustrophobic yet expansive feel, making it a strong choice for those interested in the genre's exploration of hidden powers and the fragility of human understanding.