First published 2013
Niquette Delongpre faces her mother's birthday alone. Her entire family has disappeared without explanation. Everyone believes the Louisiana swamp claimed them, but Niquette knows better. Her family had discovered something on their property: an ancient well that reaches down to the Mississippi River's depths. The well brought forbidden things to the surface. When Niquette encountered a parasite from those depths, it awakened abilities she never knew she possessed. These powers frighten and confuse her as she struggles to understand what they mean. But Niquette is not the only one changed. Another person visited the swamp in secret and met the same parasite. He too gained mysterious talents. Unlike Niquette, this man has darker intentions for his newfound abilities. She must learn to control her powers while facing an enemy who shares her supernatural gifts but not her moral compass.
Genres: horror, supernatural, thriller, paranormal
Vibes: dark, emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, supernatural-powers
Setting: Louisiana, Mississippi River
321 pages · Paperback · PIATKUS BOOKS
Content warnings: body-horror, gore, violence