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  • Dark Choir Series, Book 1
  • Written by: J. P. Sloan
  • Narrated by: Neil Hellegers
  • Length: 10 hrs and 18 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (2 ratings)

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The Curse Merchant

Written by: J. P. Sloan
Narrated by: Neil Hellegers
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Dorian Lake spent years cornering the Baltimore hex-crafting market, using his skills at the hermetic arts to exact karmic justice for those whom the system has failed.

He keeps his magic clean and free of soul-corrupting Netherwork, thus avoiding both the karmic blow-back of his practice and the notice of the Presidium, a powerful cabal of practitioners that polices the esoteric arts in America. However, when an unscrupulous Netherworker interferes with both his business and his personal life, Dorian's disarming charisma and hermetic savvy may not be enough to keep his soul out of jeopardy.

His rival, a soul monger named Neil Osterhaus, wouldn't be such a problem were it not for Carmen, Dorian's captivating ex-lover. After two years' absence Carmen arrives at Dorian's doorstep with a problem: she sold her soul to Osterhaus, and has only two weeks to buy it back. Hoping to win back Carmen's affections, Dorian must find a replacement soul without tainting his own.

As Dorian descends into the shadows of Baltimore's underworld, he must decide how low he is willing to stoop in order to save Carmen from eternal damnation...with the Presidium watching, waiting for him to cross the line.

©2014 J. P. Sloan (P)2017 Tantor
Occult Dark Fantasy
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Unique take on Urban Fantasy


This is my first review, I'll do my best.

Dorian Lake was the guy to see for charms and hexes. He comes across as a world-weary man. From the start, we see his internal struggles. However, he steps up. He has charm but a big mouth.

A unique take on a world of magic, more like the practice of voodoo. It was definitely interesting and intriguing. Dorian only offer his services to a select client and tried to avoid shady business. He tried his best avoid a black mark on his Karma. However, life throws unexpected curve balls at him.

Neil Hellegers did a wonderful job bringing the characters to life.

The Curse Merchant was well written. Charters were very well developed and it very easy to relate to Dorian Lake.

The story draws you in from the very beginning and can't wait to see what comes next. There is a dark element to the plot. There are unexpected twists and turns, and decent transition to the next book. I definitely recommend this book.

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