Black Lament

Black Lament by Christina Henry is a first edition published by Penguin on October 30, 2012. This 288-page novel follows Madeline Black, an Agent of Death who grapples with profound loss in her daily life. When tragedy strikes her personally, Maddy discovers she is pregnant, which brings a fleeting sense of hope amidst her grief. However, her joy is quickly overshadowed by the revelation that Lucifer desires her child, aiming to harness the power of their bloodlines.

In this narrative, Maddy faces the dual challenges of impending motherhood and the constraints imposed by the Agency, which forbids her from interfering in supernatural matters. As she navigates her complicated circumstances, including the potential termination of her employment due to mishaps with soul collections, Maddy’s determination to protect her child and assert her agency becomes central to the story. Readers will find elements of fantasy and contemporary romance woven throughout, as Maddy fights against the odds to secure her future and that of her unborn child.