Home from a brutal stint fighting the Japanese in the Pacific, Burns finds himself unemployed. What's worse, he's been blackballed as a whistleblower from the only mill in town that's still hiring. His life changes forever when Stephen Ketchum, the son of a prominent mill owner, is found murdered and the family pays Burns $5,000 to find the killer. In order to do so, Burns will have to battle the local, corrupt police, other Ketchum family members, Pittsburgh's wealthy elite, and his own alcoholism. Sparse, wicked, and satisfying,  Small Brutal Incidents  marks the debut of a fresh new voice.

Small Brutal Incidents

Literature & Fiction

Dittman, Michael

United States

Contemporary Press

<p>When a tragic accident topples an ancient oak onto the wall in front of his house, all Aaron Moody wants is for the city to repair the damage. Instead, he uncovers an underground world of spells, secrets, and, released from within that very oak, a demon who last walked the Earth in human form following the Civil War. Together with Evanora, a queer witch who’s attempting to visit some payback upon the demon, and a neighborhood cat that may or may not be offering Moody advice, they must battle an entity intent on dragging Moody, Evanora, and a thousand other souls straight to hell.\n“An original tale indeed. Loved the cat! Well worth a read.” – Jeff Menapace, best-selling author of the Bad Games series\n“A thrilling tale of ancient evil fighting for a foothold in the modern world. Dittman tells a vivid story, a perfect mix of horror, hubris, determination, and wit.” – Cailyn Lloyd, author of The Mill and The Elders Series.\n“Michael Dittman paints a haunting picture of horror against the backdrop of the rust belt’s suburban decay in this taut, paranormal thriller. The author skillfully weaves the region’s history into this riveting tale of ancient evil resurrected, bolstering the fabric of each scene without overwhelming the reader. Dittman displays a steady hand at his craft, spinning a crisp narrative that jumps from past to present seamlessly, with multiple storylines that keep the reader hooked. Imaginative prose, vivid characters, and a menacing ambiance, make this supernatural saga one that will remain glued to your fingers.” – Stephen Paul Sayers, International best-selling author of The Taker of Morrows and The Immortal Force</p>

Who Holds The Devil

Genre Fiction

Manta Press, Ltd.

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