{"product_id":"whispers-of-a-gypsy-j-t-patten-9798987300510","title":"Whispers of a Gypsy","description":"REMEMBER WHEN A BOOK COULD SCARE YOU? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn what \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e describes as \"A haunting and often genuinely moving modern horror tale,\"\u003c\/b\u003e this dark novel with harrowing twists and mystery taking from Jewish and Romani folklore, is focused on a uniquely gifted boy who falls into a dangerous cat-and-mouse game with the arrival of a monstrous protector...searching for something of the past within a unique bloodline. Whispers of a Gypsy brings fear back to horror and psychological suspense the way we remember classic Jack Ketchum, Stephen King, Clive Barker, and Thomas Harris novels, while adding Patten's trademark penchant for the unexpected in a fast-paced emotional and fear-driven rollercoaster ride. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eScreencraft's Cinematic Book Competition Quarterfinalist \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"Whispers of a Gypsy is a deeply compelling and thrilling horror story that benefits from a strong handling of the horror genre and an immensely original setup. Akin to early works of King!\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePublishers Weekly BookLife\u003cp\u003e\"This is a dark, haunting read, not for the faint of heart, but with humanity at its core. Readers of action-packed dark horror will be onboard. \u003cb\u003eTakeaway: \u003c\/b\u003e This polished horror story explores family obligation and the overwhelming costs of revenge. \u003cb\u003eGreat for fans of: \u003c\/b\u003e Dan Simmons's \u003ci\u003eCarrion Comfort\u003c\/i\u003e, Bari Wood's \u003ci\u003eThe Tribe\u003c\/i\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSummary\u003c\/p\u003eNeurodivergent, young Dwight Skinner considers his mental challenges to be a superpower, but it's a pure bloodline that will put him in danger. When a tragic event brings a mysterious Romani neighbor, Mr. Mortimer, out of seclusion and into the Skinner family's lives, Dwight and his emotionally overloaded mother find an unsuspecting protector in this dark lurking whisperer. Death and horrific secrets trail the unfolding life of Mr. Mortimer's past, and questions soon arise as to who has the more sinister of intentions, Dwight or the \"Gypsy\" he unconditionally trusts. \u003ci\u003eThe whispers have the answer.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e J. T. Patten\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798987300510\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Helbound Productions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/15\/2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 216\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.56lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.49d","brand":"J. T. Patten","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46571004887295,"sku":"9798987300510","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d209359a-fb5f-415b-8e98-74a88b0df005.jpg?v=1738806990","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/whispers-of-a-gypsy-j-t-patten-9798987300510","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}