Finishing Touches (Paperbacks from Hell)

Finishing Touches by Thomas Tessier, published by Valancourt Books on October 27, 2023, is a work of fiction that explores the complexities of desire and the darker aspects of human nature. The narrative follows Dr. Tom Sutherland during an extended holiday in London, where he forms a friendship with the enigmatic Dr. Nordhagen and becomes entangled in a passionate affair with his assistant, Lina Ravachol. As Tom is drawn into a world of forbidden fantasies and dark pleasures, he uncovers a chilling secret in Dr. Nordhagen’s basement laboratory, where cruelty and madness intertwine.

In this edition, readers will encounter a tale that delves into themes of obsession and the duality of pleasure and horror. The story presents a vivid exploration of the characters’ motivations and the consequences of their actions. This 208-page paperback edition features a new introduction by Will Errickson and retains the original cover art by Chris Moore, offering a fresh perspective on Tessier’s work while maintaining its haunting essence.