First published 1978
Corky is a legendary illusionist whose dazzling tricks captivate audiences worldwide. But his public persona masks a dark private life. When his carefully guarded secret is jeopardized, Corky is dragged into a twisted psychological game where the stakes are life and death. As he desperately fights to keep his past buried, Corky must confront the monsters lurking in the shadows - both outside and within. In this gripping tale of deception and betrayal, the lines between reality and illusion blur, leading to a climactic showdown that will leave you spellbound.
Genres: suspense, thriller, magic, psychological-thriller
Vibes: dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: psychological-horror, unreliable-narrator
256 pages · Paperback · Pan Books
Content warnings: violence