Slim MacKenzie possesses a psychic ability he calls twilight eyes, which allows him to see Goblins—malevolent, non-human shapeshifters that mimic people to orchestrate human suffering and violence. After killing a Goblin in self-defense, Slim flees to a traveling carnival, finding refuge among a community of outsiders. He eventually joins forces with Rya Raines, a fellow outcast who shares his vision. Together, they navigate a world of sideshows and small towns, hunting these hidden predators to prevent an engineered apocalypse intended to erase humanity.
This novel serves readers of supernatural thrillers and dark fantasy who enjoy narratives focused on secret histories and hidden monsters. Fans of the carnival subgenre will find a detailed portrayal of the nomadic lifestyle and its internal codes. Readers gain a perspective on the psychological burden of being a lone sentinel against an invisible enemy. The story provides a resolution centered on the defiance of individual human willpower against a coordinated, ancient malice.
Practical, outward-looking, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1985
- Language
- EN
