Danje

During a storm deep in the Louisiana bayou, a drug addled man named Adonis is awakened from his stupor by the shouts of a good Samaritan. The man urges Adonis to take shelter in his late father's houseboat. But once aboard, Adonis realizes his sanctuary may not be so safe after all.

Danje is a story that thrives on tension, creating discordant notes within the reader's very soul. This book is nothing short of haunting. It is hard not to feel the conflict of Albert, the man that chooses his family over Adonis in the beginning of the tale. And with that at the starting line, the story on gets more intense. The tale is dark and atmospheric, Tamar does a fantastic job transporting readers to the bayou. The characters come alive and you are trapped in intense conflict just as they are. This is truly a horror novel that thrives on dark secrets and the weight of our choices and actions.

Thank you to NetGalley and BookSirens for this ARC. I am leaving this review voluntarily and all views expressed are my own.

Set in the heart of a Louisiana Bayou town in 1965, Danje is a gripping tale that masterfully weaves together themes of responsibility, sacrifice, and the human capacity for redemption. The story centers around Albert Gilly, a man facing an agonizing decision during an impending hurricane. As the storm approaches and chaos reigns, the narrative skillfully captures Albert's inner turmoil, making you feel the weight of his choices. When he chooses his family's safety over a stranger, you'll find yourself torn between empathy and understanding. The tension doesn't let up as the plot unfolds, revealing dark secrets and exploring the consequences of our actions. Danje is a riveting read that keeps you engaged from start to finish, a testament to the author's storytelling prowess.

From the moment I cracked open the book, I was hooked. The stormy backdrop of a 1965 Louisiana Bayou, with its vivid descriptions, transported me to a different time and place. The story's emotional depth is what truly sets it apart. Albert Gilly's internal struggle resonated with me on a profound level, making me reflect on my own choices in life. It's a tale of human frailty and the difficult decisions we all must make. But it's also a story of redemption, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, there's hope for healing and forgiveness.