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Swallow You Whole
HELL IS REAL, AND IT IS HERE. When Violet Clifton sealed her pact with an opportunistic demon, it was her husband's name she signed on the dotted line. Now that his soul has been claimed, and to avoid another marriage, the demon agrees to wear her late husband's face for a price. It should be easy enough and Violet is more than willing to put anyone's soul-including her sickly nephew's-on the chopping block. GOD IS REAL, AND HE THINKS WE'RE SWINE . Elliot Dosett's fragile health is swiftly declining. His wealthy father wants to send him to a hospital and be rid of him entirely. In his desperation, Elliot calls out for a demon-who is not entirely what he expected, and their bargain turns sour with a surprise visit from Aunt Violet. HELL IS CATCHING UP. Henry and James are two demons facing an audit from the depths of Hell which could have disastrous effects and upend everything they've worked for. They are willing to plot, scheme, and tempt their way through to the other side, but outsmarting Hell may take more than an act of Satan-it may take an all-out miracle.
231 pages, Paperback
Published September 15, 2023
About the author
Sirius .
14 books22 followersSirius is a lover of glory, gore, and monsters. They are a queer, nonbinary artist living in the hot and bothered South; currently residing in a little spot that has been dubbed ‘Halloweentown’, North Carolina. They are the writer of The Draonir Saga, the first book of which is Uncrowned (The Laughing Man House), and The Gentleman Demon Series, the first book of which is Swallow you Whole (Curious Corvid Publishing).
Sirius began writing at a young age and started exploring the publishing industry when they were thirteen. With many bumps along the way, they have learned a lot and grown in the craft that they would consider their one true love. Queer characters, gothic aesthetics, and royal drama (fantasy of manners) form the foundation of their storytelling.
When they are not writing, they work as a professional drag performer, weaving the characters from their stories into visual art for the stage.
Sirius began writing at a young age and started exploring the publishing industry when they were thirteen. With many bumps along the way, they have learned a lot and grown in the craft that they would consider their one true love. Queer characters, gothic aesthetics, and royal drama (fantasy of manners) form the foundation of their storytelling.
When they are not writing, they work as a professional drag performer, weaving the characters from their stories into visual art for the stage.
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November 8, 2023
I've come to love Sirius' storytelling and this book did not fail to deliver. Filled with unforgettable characters, witty banter, and truly heinous devilry, Swallow You Whole is a must read of victorian gothic. With elements of comedy and horror, this novel takes the deal with the devil concept and follows through without mercy - after all, a demon is a demon and will always do what demons do. Very excited for the next book in this series!
September 19, 2023
This is not the for the faint hearted as the author does not shy away from gore or the darker side of humanity and well… non humans.
I found it refreshing that the demons acted as demons, immoral and about pleasure and self satisfaction and that was reflected in any romance between characters.
There was also a nice mix of comedy in-between the more gothic and grotesque elements and it did capture a great Victoriana - like atmosphere. The worldbuilding was particularly impressive.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I found it refreshing that the demons acted as demons, immoral and about pleasure and self satisfaction and that was reflected in any romance between characters.
There was also a nice mix of comedy in-between the more gothic and grotesque elements and it did capture a great Victoriana - like atmosphere. The worldbuilding was particularly impressive.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 31, 2024
Swallow You Whole is a creative take on pencil-pushing immortals behaving badly. While many books in this category are comedic, this novel is undoubtedly horror. In fact, it was much darker than I anticipated when I first picked it up.
In true gothic fashion, the real horror crept up on me. These characters aren't good people by any stretch of the imagination. I did not expect to feel anything when their payment came due, yet I couldn't shake a sense of heartbreak. While I'm a little mad about it, I have to admit that's some good writing!
Thank you to Sirius and Curious Corvid for the chance to check this book out for free. I'm leaving this review of my own accord.
In true gothic fashion, the real horror crept up on me. These characters aren't good people by any stretch of the imagination. I did not expect to feel anything when their payment came due, yet I couldn't shake a sense of heartbreak. While I'm a little mad about it, I have to admit that's some good writing!
Thank you to Sirius and Curious Corvid for the chance to check this book out for free. I'm leaving this review of my own accord.
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