by Terry Brooks
First published 2006
In the scorching heat of an Illinois summer, a demon works to corrupt the anger and despair of a struggling steel town. John Ross, a Knight of the Word, must use his prophetic visions to stop the demon's dark plans and save a young girl trapped in the conflict between good and evil. With the fate of Hopewell and the future of humanity at stake, Ross must confront his own doubts and harness his supernatural abilities before the demon claims its prize.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, supernatural, thriller
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, supernatural-abilities
512 pages · Paperback · Orbit
Content warnings: violence