The Strain
The Strain by Guillermo del Toro, published by Harper in 2010, is a high-concept thriller that blends elements of horror and fantasy. This edition spans 495 pages and is presented in English. The narrative begins with a mysterious incident at JFK Airport, where a plane lands and inexplicably goes dark, leaving its pilots unresponsive and all doors sealed. As the story unfolds, Ephraim Goodweather and his team from the Center for Disease Control are tasked with uncovering the cause of this eerie event, only to discover that the situation is far more dire than it initially appears.
Readers will find themselves immersed in a gripping tale that explores themes of suspense and the supernatural. As Eph and his team race against time, they confront an ancient threat that endangers not just their loved ones but the entire city. The disappearance of two hundred corpses from morgues adds to the escalating tension, pushing the characters into a battle for survival. This edition of The Strain offers a blend of action, adventure, and occult elements, making it a notable addition to the genre.
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The high-concept thriller with a supernatural edge from the world-famous director, whose films include Pan’s Labyrinth and Hellboy.
A plane lands at JFK and mysteriously ‘goes dark’, stopping in the middle of the runway for no apparent reason, all lights off, all doors sealed. The pilots cannot be raised.
When the hatch above the wing finally clicks open, it soon becomes clear that everyone on board is dead – although there is no sign of any trauma or struggle. Ephraim Goodweather and his team from the Center for Disease Control must work quickly to establish the cause of this strange occurrence before panic spreads.
The first thing they discover is that four of the victims are actually still alive. But that’s the only good news. And when all two hundred corpses disappear from various morgues around the city on the same night, things very rapidly get worse. Soon Eph and a small band of helpers will find themselves battling to protect not only their own loved ones, but the whole city, against an ancient threat to humanity.
Perfect for fans of Dean Koontz’s The Eyes of Darkness
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