Tenderly, I Am Devoured
Lacrimosa Arriscane returns home to find her family on the brink of financial ruin. She accepts a marriage of convenience to a chthonic god, leading to a haunting and atmospheric tale.
About This Book
In the coastal village of Verse, eighteen-year-old Lacrimosa "Lark" Arriscane returns home after being expelled from Marchmain Academy. Facing her family's financial ruin, she agrees to a marriage of convenience with Therion, the chthonic god worshipped by her community. The ceremony goes awry, leading to Lark's gradual disappearance from the mortal realm.
Desperate to restore her connection with Therion, Lark seeks help from estranged childhood friends Alastair and Camille Felimath. As the trio delves into ancient folklore and rituals, their relationships deepen, and they perform a bacchanalia in hopes of repairing the bond between Lark and her god. However, their actions draw the ire of a darker force intent on destroying both Therion and Lark.
Set against a moody, atmospheric backdrop, "Tenderly, I Am Devoured" weaves a haunting tale of love, sacrifice, and the supernatural. The narrative explores themes of family loyalty, personal identity, and the consequences of binding oneself to ancient powers. With its richly imagined world and complex character dynamics, the story offers a slow-burn, suspenseful experience that immerses readers in its gothic ambiance.
What Readers Say
Readers praise the book's lush, atmospheric writing that immerses them in a haunting, gothic world. Many appreciate the complex, emotionally charged relationships that add depth to the narrative. Fans note the novel's dark, poetic prose that evokes a strong sense of mood and setting. Some readers find the pacing uneven, with certain sections feeling slow or meandering. Content warnings include body horror, eldritch horror, bullying, and discussions of death and grief.
