When hell comes knocking at your door, will you answer . . .?
Dante "Danny" Valentine is legendary in her skill as a Necromance-for-hire. Many seek out
her services, but few are rewarded with her talents; being a master in her occupation allows
her to be selective of the jobs she chooses. One Monday morning, an unexpected intruder knocks
on her door. When she answers, an immediate chill runs up her spine. One of Lucifer's henchmen
is standing right outside her door. The evil he radiates is a palpable force that fills the air.
Through him, she learns that his master has summoned her to his fiery tomb. To refuse the
request would put her life in jeopardy.
The journey to hell is one that is unlike any she has ever traveled. Each step takes her
to the darkest corner of the world where those who travel that long and isolated road never
return. She manages to hide the fear that threatens to consume her, for she knows this meeting
is one that will require her full mental alertness.
Upon arriving at the end of her journey, she comes face to face with Lucifer, the Prince of
Hades. The evil one is direct in telling her why she has been chosen; he wants her to find
and destroy a renegade demon, Vardimal Santino. To refuse his request would be the end of
her existence. If she succeeds in the mission, she will be rewarded handsomely, including with
the opportunity to go on living. She is familiar with Santino, for he is responsible for the
death of one of her closest friends. She accepts the challenge to bring the demon to his knees.
Will her strength and determination be enough to win this battle? Failure is not an option.
This is the first Lilith Saintcrow book I have experienced, but it definitely will not be
the last! This book intrigued me enough to break out of my normal romance category and explore
a genre that I usually don't read. This author has an exceptional voice that gives a gritty,
paranormal feel to a highly charged, intense SF novel. Her superb writing will whisk you away
to a far and unknown world. You will feel yourself become breathless, as she is able to project
each scene with heart-pounding intensity. This book is a definite keeper; I look forward to
seeing more from this wonderful author. Very highly recommended.