The Curse Merchant
J.P. Sloan
May 2017 · Dark Choir Book 1 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Neil Hellegers
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Dorian Lake spent years cornering the Baltimore hex-crafting market, using his skills at the hermetic arts to exact karmic justice for those whom the system has failed. He keeps his magic clean and free of soul-corrupting Netherwork, thus avoiding both the karmic blow-back of his practice and the notice of the Presidium, a powerful cabal of practitioners that polices the esoteric arts in America. However, when an unscrupulous Netherworker interferes with both his business and his personal life, Dorian's disarming charisma and hermetic savvy may not be enough to keep his soul out of jeopardy. His rival, a soul monger named Neil Osterhaus, wouldn't be such a problem were it not for Carmen, Dorian's captivating ex-lover. After two years' absence Carmen arrives at Dorian's doorstep with a problem: she sold her soul to Osterhaus, and has only two weeks to buy it back. Hoping to win back Carmen's affections, Dorian must find a replacement soul without tainting his own. As Dorian descends into the shadows of Baltimore's underworld, he must decide how low he is willing to stoop in order to save Carmen from eternal damnation . . . with the Presidium watching, waiting for him to cross the line.
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Stacy Bradley
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May 5, 2018
Not my usual type of book to read I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. Hexes and charms served up by a snarky, wise cracking magic user. Throw in character development, some fight scenes and SOUL MAGIC and you have yourself one hell of a story. It definitely had me hooked and I loved all the one liners dripping in sarcasm. Cant wait to read the next one.
Pat Eroh
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August 28, 2019
This is such an unusual tale, it is very unique. I love this main character - Dorian Lake as he is clever and witty. I also love the story and am looking forward to reading the next book. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
About the author
J. P. Sloan is a speculative fiction author-primarily of urban fantasy, horror, and several shades between. His writing explores the strangeness in that which is familiar, at times stretching the limits of the human experience, or only hinting at the monsters lurking under your bed.
Neil Hellegers is a narrator, actor, and educator who lives in Brooklyn, New York. His voice work can be heard during various commercials, sundry video games, and in numerous audiobooks. Neil has appeared in films, TV shows, and commercials, and has performed and taught Shakespeare to students of all ages.
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