by Rin Chupeco
First published 2014
Okiku has stalked the earth for centuries, slaying killers and freeing the innocent dead. But when she meets the troubled teen Tark, she senses a dark presence clings to him, a malevolent force that must be vanquished. As Okiku delves into Tark's past, she uncovers a web of supernatural terror - and a chance to save a lost soul from eternal torment.
Genres: horror, supernatural, thriller, paranormal
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful
Tropes: slasher, supernatural-elements
Setting: Japan
267 pages · Hardcover · Sourcebooks Fire
Content warnings: violence