The Summoning (The Shadow World Series Book 1)

An archeology student in Scotland uncovers a sinister talisman that draws him into a world of terrifying black magic in this “well-crafted horror story” (Booklist).   On an archeological dig in a Scottish forest, college student Adam Parker unearths a mysterious metal artifact. But Professor Grayling, the dig coordinator, insists Adam must keep his discovery quiet. Because Grayling recognizes the amulet—and the strange creature depicted on it. It is a sign that Adam’s life is about to change forever.   Summoned to fulfil his destiny, Adam is introduced to a dark shadow world that exists alongside our own. An epic, unseen battle has been waged there for centuries. Now Adam must join the fray, and face the ultimate test. For within that shadow world lurks Rabanus Bloor, the man who has sworn to seek out Adam and destroy him—whatever it takes.   “Horror fans will certainly be entertained by the story, which will remind some of the works of Graham Masterton.” —Booklist

From Booklist

Adam Parker, a student working at an archaeological dig in Scotland, makes an astounding find: an ancient artifact, made of metal, heavier than gold, depicting a creature unknown on Earth. Is it a representation of a god, or a demon? Adam finds the answer quickly enough, but what he discovers thrusts him into an ancient war that threatens to take not only his own life but also those of many others. This is a solid, well-crafted horror story; the book is chock-full of creepy atmosphere and foreshadowing, thought it’s rather lighter on character development. We like Adam, but we never really connect with him on an emotional level. Still, horror fans will certainly be entertained by the story, which will remind some of the works of Graham Masterton. --David Pitt

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"Horror fans will certainly be entertained by the story, which will remind some of the works of Graham Masterton"

Publishers Weekly on The Magdalena Curse

A riveting supernatural thriller ― Publishers Weekly on The House of Lost Souls A shivery and entertaining read for firelit evenings ― Booklist on Dark Echo A vivid and chilling horror story ― Publishers Weekly on The House of Lost Souls Cottam skilfully manipulates conventions of both thriller and horror genres into a compelling debut ― Booklist on The House of Lost Souls Cottam does an excellent job of seamlessly meshing real-world and supernatural thrills

About the Author

Former journalist and men's magazine editor, F G Cottam is the author of several highly-acclaimed supernatural thrillers. He lives in Kingston Upon Thames.

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