Synopsis

The Possession of Alba Díaz is a gothic horror novel set in the aftermath of the Mexican War of Independence that follows Alba Díaz, a young woman whose life is upended after a terrifying supernatural encounter leaves her haunted by a sinister presence. As unsettling events intensify and those around her question her condition, Alba must uncover the truth behind the darkness pursuing her while navigating family expectations, faith, and the lingering scars of violence. Blending Mexican folklore, historical fiction, and atmospheric horror, the novel explores themes of identity, resilience, and the struggle against forces both human and supernatural.

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But her wedding gown and all it's silver was slick with blood. Gleaming with it, profane and red as cinnabar, wet as afterbirth.

Softness feel around him. Leather-bound and unassuming, as these texts always are,

8%

The first chapter didn't really pull me in right away. But the 2nd chapter was a bit more interesting. Still not crazy exciting yet, but I'm only 2 chapters in.

If Carlos was a candle, Alba was the shadow it cast. Always a step behind, flickering with unease at his every move.

15%

Liquid cold filled the cavity of her chest, pouring and splashing and splattering against everything in it's path like an overturned bottle of ink. Leave this place.

• I am now fully invested in this story. It took like 4 chapters to truly peak my interest and throw some mystery into the plot line. But now I wanna know what will happen.

29%

• I really like how they make the possession subtle and show how it slowly takes over, and its not immediate. That even the host doesn't know what's happening to her at first.

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