American Rapture
American Rapture by CJ Leede, published by Tor Publishing Group on October 15, 2024, is a 384-page novel written in English. This work presents a narrative centered on a virus that spreads across America, transforming those infected into feral beings driven by lust. The story follows Sophie, a devout Catholic girl, as she navigates a devastated Midwest in search of her family amidst the chaos of a collapsing world.
Readers will find a vivid exploration of an apocalyptic scenario where survival becomes increasingly challenging. As Sophie journeys through this hellscape, she confronts not only the external dangers posed by the infected but also the internal struggles of her beliefs and desires. The book delves into themes of horror and science fiction, offering a unique perspective on the end times and the human experience in extreme circumstances.
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The instant USA Today bestseller from CJ Leede, author of Maeve Fly—a scorching and sweeping new novel about the end of the world as we know it.
“A blistering, feverish ride through a uniquely American apocalypse.“—Chuck Wendig, New York Times bestselling author
Named one of the Best Horror Books of 2024 (Esquire, Vulture, Paste, ScreenRant, and Literary Hub) • A GoodReads and Publishers Weekly Editors’ Pick • An Indie Next Pick • A Splatterpunk Award Finalist!
A virus is spreading across America, transforming the infected and making them feral with lust.
Sophie, a good Catholic girl, must traverse the hellscape of the midwest to try to find her family while the world around her burns. Along the way she discovers there are far worse fates than dying a virgin…
The end times are coming.
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Maeve Fly
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