Boys in the Valley

In Boys in the Valley, a remote orphanage becomes a battleground for survival as ancient evil disrupts the lives of its young inhabitants. The stakes are high.

Set in the early 1900s, Boys in the Valley unfolds in the isolated St. Vincent's Orphanage for Boys in Pennsylvania. Under the strict supervision of priests, thirty boys navigate their lives filled with work, education, and devotion. Among them is Peter Barlow, who has carved out a semblance of family and belonging after losing his parents to a horrific crime. His world is turned upside down when a stormy night brings a group of men to their doorstep, one of whom bears grotesque occult symbols on his body. This arrival heralds the release of a malevolent force that begins to infect both the orphanage and its young inhabitants.

As the ancient evil spreads, the boys' behavior shifts dramatically, leading to the formation of factions and ultimately, violence. The once-close-knit group fractures under the strain, and the stakes rise as friends become adversaries. Peter finds himself caught in the middle of this chaos, forced to make harrowing choices that will determine not only his fate but also the fate of those he cares about. The tension mounts as the boys face a battle for their lives and souls.

Boys in the Valley is a gripping tale of survival, exploring themes of friendship, loyalty, and the struggle against dark forces. With its chilling atmosphere and relentless suspense, this novel promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats, questioning the very nature of good and evil in a world where innocence is perilously fragile.