The Dead Take the A Train
The Dead Take the A Train by Richard Kadrey, published by Tor Publishing Group on October 15, 2024, is a 416-page work in English that explores a dark narrative filled with magic, monsters, and mayhem. The story follows Julie, a burnt-out thirty-year-old striving to make her mark in the New York City magic scene. As she navigates gruesome gigs and dangerous deals, her life takes a perilous turn when her best friend, Sarah, arrives seeking help, thrusting Julie into a high-stakes battle for survival.
Readers will find a gripping tale that blends elements of horror and fantasy, showcasing Julie’s desperate attempts to save her friend while confronting the consequences of her ambition. The narrative delves into the complexities of friendship and the supernatural, set against the backdrop of New York’s magical underbelly. This book marks the first installment in the Carrion City Duology, promising an explosive adventure that intertwines the unique styles of both Kadrey and co-author Cassandra Khaw.
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Bestselling authors Cassandra Khaw and Richard Kadrey have teamed up to deliver a dark new story with magic, monsters, and mayhem, perfect for fans of unhinged eldritch horror.
Julie is a coked-up, burnt-out thirty-year-old whose only retirement plan is dying early. She’s been trying to establish herself in the NYC magic scene, and she’ll work the most gruesome gigs, exorcize the nastiest demons, and make deals with the cruelest gods to claw her way to the top. But nothing can prepare her for the toughest job yet: when her best friend, Sarah, shows up at her door in need of help. Keeping Sarah safe becomes top priority.
Julie is desperate for a quick fix to break the dead-end grind and save her friend. But her power grab sets off a deadly chain of events that puts Sarah – and the entire world – directly in the path of annihilation.
The first explosive adventure in the Carrion City Duology, The Dead Take the A Train fuses Cassandra Khaw’s cosmic horror and Richard Kadrey’s gritty fantasy into a full-throttle thrill ride straight into New York’s magical underbelly.
A 2024 Dragon Awards for Best Horror Novel nominee!
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