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Deeply dark with harrowing twists and mystery, a uniquely gifted boy falls into a dangerous cat-and-mouse game with the arrival of a monstrous protector…searching for something of the past within a unique bloodline. Whispers of a Gypsy brings fear back to horror and psychological suspense the way we remember classic Jack Ketcum, Stephen King, Clive Barker, and Thomas Harris novels, while adding Patten’s trademark penchant for the unexpected in a fast-paced emotional and fear-driven rollercoaster ride.
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“This is a dark, haunting read, not for the faint of heart, but with humanity at its core. Readers of action-packed dark horror will be onboard. Takeaway: This polished horror story explores family obligation and the overwhelming costs of revenge. Great for fans of: Dan Simmons’s Carrion Comfort, Bari Wood’s The Tribe.”
SummaryNeurodivergent, young Dwight Skinner considers his mental challenges to be a superpower, but it’s a pure bloodline that will put him in danger. When a tragic event brings a mysterious Romani neighbor, Mr. Mortimer, out of seclusion and into the Skinner family’s lives, Dwight and his emotionally overloaded mother find an unsuspecting protector in this dark lurking whisperer. Death and horrific secrets trail the unfolding life of Mr. Mortimer’s past, and questions soon arise as to who has the more sinister of intentions, Dwight or the “Gypsy” he unconditionally trusts. The whispers have the answer.
READERS SPEAK!
“Whispers of a Gypsy is an engrossing read from start to finish. JT Patten has conjured a real winner in this tome. From an engaging opening to the creation of a fantastic cast of characters laced with a historic rehash of one of the darkest parts of global history, Mr. Patten draws you in and doesn’t let go.
Fantastic job, Mr. Patten. Bravo.”
“Whispers of a Gypsy is one of the scariest and darkest horror thrillers I’ve read and it’s a magnificent experimental blend of genres to appeal to most readers. Tackling social issues with history, science, politics, and horror, JT Patten has something for all readers and it’s a book that you’d shudder at reading at night even under the comfort of your bedside lamps switched.”
“Whispers of a Gypsy by J.T. Patten is an extreme horror novel in every sense of that word. This is a work for those who need something that turns all the dials up to 10, and then dares you not to cover your ears.” – Scott Kenemore, author of Lake of Darkness, The Grand Hotel, and Zombie Ohio
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About the author
Former government intelligence and special mission advisor working across terrorism, financial crime, and cyber threats, JT Patten is a published author of six dark fiction novels that relate to his prior world of lies and deception where he witnessed both the best and worst in humanity.
He is an active member of the Horror Writers Association and International Thriller Writers. His initial best-selling works have gained acclaim for their “blacker than black” brooding narrative that illuminate the blurred lines in life and twist traditional tropes on their head. He has a degree in Foreign Language, a Masters in Strategic Intelligence, graduate studies in Counter Terrorism from the University of St. Andrews.
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