<p><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">An alcoholic teacher and father's world spirals out of control when a former student is killed and he is left with her dog and the dark presence that follows it.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Matt Matheny teaches during the day, drinks at night, and barely hides his functioning alcoholism from his veterinarian ex-wife, Lucy, and his six-year-old son, Mikey. His world spirals out of control when a former student is killed, and he's left with her dog, Conehead. But something isn't right with Conehead. A dark presence follows him, and very soon, people around him die. Matt realizes the only way to protect his son is to sober up and work with Lucy to expose the dog's mysterious past and face a secret so shocking-an evil so relentless-that it threatens to unleash hell on an entire town.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">"</span><em style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Taut, disturbing, and undeniably heartwrenching,&nbsp;</em><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Mean Spirited</span><em style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">&nbsp;is a breakneck horror-thriller that pits compassion against survival. The plot is as thought-provoking as it is terrifying, and exposes the depth of soul Roberts pours into his work</em><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">."-</span><strong style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Felix Blackwell, author of&nbsp;<em>Stolen Tongues</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">This horror novel pays homage to Stephen King's&nbsp;</span><em style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Cujo,&nbsp;</em><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">and films like</span><em style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">&nbsp;It Follows&nbsp;</em></p><p><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">and&nbsp;</span><em style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">The Strangers.&nbsp;</em><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">It is a haunting and suspenseful exploration of the unseen and the supernatural, set against the seemingly tranquil backdrop of rural West Virginia. Nick Roberts masterfully builds tension and atmosphere, creating a sense of impending doom with meticulous detailing and vivid imagery. The psychological exploration elevates the narrative, making&nbsp;</span><em style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Mean Spirited&nbsp;</em><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">a compelling read for those who seek a blend of horror, mystery, and emotional depth.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Whether you are a seasoned fan of the genre or a curious newcomer,&nbsp;</span><em style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Mean Spirited&nbsp;</em><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">promises a gripping and thought-provoking journey into the realms of the supernatural.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Proudly represented by&nbsp;</span><strong style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1)">Crystal Lake Publishing-Tales from the Darkest Depths</strong></p>