First published 1995
Renowned illusionist Maximilian Delacorte's world shatters when a mysterious disease forces him into retirement. Summoning his inner circle, he unleashes a twisted afternoon of magic and madness, seeking to uncover the truth behind his downfall and take brutal vengeance. As dark secrets emerge and the body count rises, Maximilian's quest for answers grows increasingly unhinged, leading to a shocking climax that blurs the line between illusion and reality.
Genres: mystery, fantasy, horror, thriller, action
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, unreliable-narrator
220 pages · Hardcover · Tor Books
Content warnings: death, graphic-violence, murder