EDITOR’S CHOICE
LIT is an exceptional blend of suspense, originality, and emotional depth, delivering a thrilling and unforgettable reading experience.
Mark Anthony’s LIT is an engaging and darkly atmospheric start to The Lit Series, immediately drawing readers into a world where anguish and terror collide. The story offers a fresh take on supernatural horror, centring on Leviathans—malevolent entities that prey on damaged souls, turning their inner turmoil into an endless feast of suffering. The author’s depiction of these creatures is both unsettling and fascinating, creating a tense backdrop that grips the reader from the outset.
At the heart of the tale are three Conduits, individuals marked by their pain and targeted by the relentless Leviathans. Their plight is tragic yet strangely relatable, and Anthony does a commendable job of capturing the raw vulnerability of their existence. The tension builds masterfully with the approach of the Circle—a potentially life-altering event that raises the stakes and deepens the mystery. Amidst the horror, themes of friendship and trust are beautifully woven in, offering glimmers of hope in an otherwise oppressive narrative.
Anthony’s prose is vivid, balancing poetic descriptions with pulse-pounding sequences. While the pacing occasionally slows during introspective moments, this serves to enhance the emotional depth of the characters. For readers drawn to tales of psychological suspense and supernatural danger, LIT is a compelling entry-point to what promises to be a thrilling series.
With its unique premise, layered storytelling, and strong characters, LIT proves Mark Anthony has crafted more than a typical genre novel—it’s a thought-provoking exploration of human fragility and resilience. Highly recommended for fans of dark fantasy and horror alike.
