The Book of Paul by Richard Long

Book Blast, The Book of Paul - ON SALE UNTIL 9th February!

The book blast will be from the 7th to the 9th of February

 On sale today through February for only $.99 (originally $3.99)         

                                "Richard Long intertwined a bag of genres while creating this intriguing and enchanting story...it's mind-blowing." - Stephen King

Currently on the bestseller lists for Dark Fantasy and Horror!

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In the rubble-strewn wasteland of Alphabet City, a squalid tenement conceals a treasure "beyond all imagining"-- an immaculately preserved, fifth century codex. The sole repository of ancient Hermetic lore, it contains the alchemical rituals for transforming thought into substance, transmuting matter at will...and attaining eternal life.

When Rose, a sex and pain addicted East Village tattoo artist has a torrid encounter with Martin, a battle-hardened loner, they discover they are unwitting pawns on opposing sides of a battle that has shaped the course of human history. At the center of the conflict is Paul, the villainous overlord of an underground feudal society, who guards the book's occult secrets in preparation for the fulfillment of an apocalyptic prophecy. 

The action is relentless as Rose and Martin fight to escape Paul's clutches and Martin's destiny as the chosen recipient of Paul's sinister legacy. Science and magic, mythology and technology converge in a monumental battle where the stakes couldn't be higher: control of the ultimate power in the universe--the Maelstrom.N

A best-selling novel, The Book of Paul is the first of seven volumes in a sweeping mythological narrative tracing the mystical connections between Hermes Trismegistus in ancient Egypt, Sophia, the female counterpart of Christ, and the Celtic druids of Clan Kelly.

"Long's prose is deft and clear, transporting the reader from one character's psyche to the next...this tale is a compelling one. A psychological thriller for readers who are bored with run-of-the-mill horror...Those who embrace the genre will eagerly anticipate a second installment in the series." - Kirkus Reviews

"Intelligent, self-aware, and often amusing...hitting all the markers for sadistic, salacious, and scary. Long is doubtless going to build a large and loyal fan base composed of people just like him: literate folks with a bizarre sense of humor who prefer a bucket of blood to a bath filled with rose petals." - ForeWord Clarion Reviews

"Totally absorbing! The Book of Paul is moving, profound, funny, terrifying and never lets you go. The prose is swift and sharp...at times, even poetic. Masterful storytelling. Hats off!!" - Henry Bean, writer/director of The Believer.

"Richard Long intertwined a bag of genres while creating this intriguing and enchanting story...it's mind-blowing." - Stephen King

Over 100 five star reviews on Amazon and Goodreads!

#1 in Horror, Thrillers, Sci-Fi, Fantasy! TOP 100 Bestseller on Amazon, Barnes & Noble and iTunes.

Currently on the best-seller lists for Dark Fantasy and Horror on Amazon (2nd February)

From the author

The Book of Paul crosses a number of genres. Sometimes when I’m asked what kind of book it is, I’ll say it’s a dark, paranormal thriller with occult horror themes, mystery, suspense, erotica and black humor. Other times, I just say, “It’ll really curl your toes.”

 eLit Book Awards - Illuminating Digital Publishing Excellence for Gold Medal for Horror AND Bronze Medal for Mystery/Suspense/Thriller (2012)

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