Anna Dressed in Blood

The narrative follows Cas Lowood, a teenage assassin of the supernatural. Accompanied by his mother and their snarky, talking cat named Witch, Cas travels from town to town, hunting and killing ghosts. This dangerous profession is a family legacy, inherited after his father's untimely death while on a ghost hunt. His latest assignment leads him to a house in Seattle haunted by a particularly notorious spirit: Anna Korlov, dubbed "Anna Dressed in Blood." This terrifying apparition has a history of brutally murdering anyone who dares step foot inside her domain, earning her a fearsome reputation. Cas, believing her to be just another vengeful spirit ripe for dispatch, prepares for what he expects to be his most challenging hunt yet. However, the ghost of Anna proves to be far more complex than Cas initially anticipated. As he delves into her past, he uncovers a heartbreaking story of betrayal and murder that explains her unending rage and her spectral existence. His mission shifts from simple elimination to unraveling the mystery behind her curse and confronting the very injustice that created her. What begins as a quest to kill a ghost unexpectedly blossoms into a unique, albeit perilous, connection between Cas and Anna, blurring the lines of their supposed roles. The book captivates readers with its dark and atmospheric take on the supernatural, blending suspenseful horror with a compelling, unconventional relationship. It delves into themes of vengeance, the weight of family legacies, and the search for understanding and connection in the face of extreme isolation, making for a truly original and engaging read.

Store Availability