Publisher's Synopsis
On a stormy night, the once-quiet town of Wolfsburg, Ohio, is transformed by the arrival of Dr. Howl's Arcane Bazaar of Illusions, a mysterious circus promising wonder and enlightenment. The bazaar's dazzling performances and peculiar attractions quickly captivate the townsfolk, but beneath the enchantment lies a sinister purpose.
Sheriff Tim Connelly, a pragmatic lawman with an unshakable sense of duty, is called to investigate when a young boy claims his family has vanished after visiting the bazaar. After an attack in the night from a winged creature looking for two of his missing deputies, Connelly enlists the help of two detectives from Boston's Supernatural Investigations Unit: the methodical Detective Culann and the intuitive Detective Lundamoore.
Inside the bazaar, the investigators encounter a surreal world where illusions blur with reality and every choice has consequences. From eerie performers to labyrinthine exhibits, the circus seems to twist their fears and memories against them, pushing them to their limits. At the heart of it all is Dr. Howl, the enigmatic ringmaster whose charismatic wisdom and cryptic warnings mask his darker purpose.
As the detectives delve deeper, they discover that the bazaar thrives on the emotions and decisions of its visitors, feeding on their hidden secrets and fears to fuel a far-reaching plan. Dr. Howl's ultimate goal is nothing less than to reshape reality itself, a revelation that forces the trio to confront their own inner demons and question the boundaries of their beliefs.
In a heart-pounding climax, Sheriff Connelly and the detectives must navigate a series of deadly challenges to uncover the truth and dismantle the bazaar's dark power. Yet, the cost of their mission proves steep, as one wrong decision threatens to trap them within the bazaar's twisted illusions forever.
Dr. Howl's Arcane Bazaar of Illusions is a gripping mystery thriller that weaves supernatural horror with psychological suspense. At its core, it explores the nature of fear, the fabric of reality, and the strength required to confront the unknown.
