Crooked

In Crooked, an investigator must navigate the decaying city of Brine and the shadowy realm of Between to uncover dark secrets and survive.

In Crooked, Richard Pett invites readers into the eerie and enigmatic city of Brine, where the line between life and death blurs in unsettling ways. This decaying metropolis is not merely a backdrop but a character in its own right, teeming with secrets and unrest. As the city expands, so does the discontent among its citizens, who find themselves at the mercy of forces beyond their comprehension. The phantasmagorical lands known as Between loom ominously, threatening to retaliate against Brine's encroachment into their shadowy realm. Here, nightmares and madness intertwine, creating a landscape that is both alluring and terrifying.

The narrative follows an investigator who is drawn back into this world of intrigue and terror, driven by the haunting memory of his murdered love. As he delves deeper into the mysteries of Brine, he must confront not only the city's dark secrets but also the malevolent entities that inhabit Between. Can he unravel the truth before the horrors of this shadow realm consume him? The stakes are high, and the tension escalates as the boundaries of reality begin to crumble.

Crooked is a compelling tale that explores themes of loss, obsession, and the struggle for survival in a world where the familiar becomes grotesque. With its richly developed setting and complex characters, the story challenges readers to question the nature of existence and the price of uncovering hidden truths. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that everything is about to break, and the journey through Brine and Between is just beginning.