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An ancient evil roams the desolate landscape of an America ravaged by nuclear war. He is the Man with the Scarlet Eye, a malevolent force that feeds on the dark desires of the countless followers he has gathered into his service. His only desire is to find a special child named Swan -- and... read more

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Once upon a time we had a love affair with fire, the president of the United States thought as the match that he'd just struck to light his pipe flared beneath his fingers.

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This is book 99 of 200 in Newman and Jones 200 Best Horror Novels. (community list)

Preceded by The Pet, and followed by Dark feasts: The world of Ramsey Campbell.

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  1. Robert R. McCammon (Author)

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Original Language: English
Publisher: Dark Harvest
Country: USA
Publication Date: 1987
ISBN: 0913165468
Page Count: 956

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