Sukanta Bhattacharya

The Gilded Gallows (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

The Gilded Gallows

In 1650 New England, a settlement built on a buried sin is about to learn that the land remembers what people try to forget.

For Deliverance "Liv" Hale, the midwife of New Geneva, hands skilled in herbs and healing have become her condemnation. When a tragic stillbirth follows her intervention, the theocratic settlement needs a culprit. They find one in Liv's gentle sister, Mercy. On the brass-painted gallows meant to showcase divine justice, Mercy's execution becomes something else entirelya spark.

In that moment of shared agony, as Liv and three other wounded womena bitter widow, an abused servant, and a displaced Penobscot convertlock eyes, something awakens beneath the soil. The Crimson Weald. It is the forest's long-slumbering memory, a sentient record of every injustice inflicted upon the land and its vulnerable. And it answers their silent, collective scream with a grotesque gift.

Their trauma begins to manifest, literally and horrifically. Liv's grief becomes a psychic thread connecting their fury. The widow's lifelong bitterness now weeps from her eyes, like acid eating stone. The servant's silenced screams take flight as swarms of bruise-colored moths. The convert's stolen heritage lets her translate the forest's ancient, furious will. Together, they are an unholy covenanta biological rebellion against the world that sought to break them.

But Magistrate Silas Whittemore, a man of cold logic and absolute conviction, sees not vengeance, but a contagion to be eradicated. His counter-attack is not with muskets, but with a terrifying new "science" of holy water and enforced purity, designed to torture their power into self-destruction. When he cages the settlement's children as kindling for a final pyre, Liv faces an impossible choice: become the monster he claims she is and unleash the Weald's full, cataclysmic wrath, or find a more human, more dangerous path to justice.

For Readers Who Loved: The fierce sisterhood of The Once and Future Witches, the visceral body horror of The Vegetarian, and the atmospheric dread of The Year of the Witching.

Praise for The Gilded Gallows:

"A ferocious, phantasmagoric gut-punch of a novel. It literalizes female rage into something both beautiful and terrifyinga root system of revenge growing through the cracks of history." Author of The Death of Jane Lawrence

"Reimagines the witch trial narrative not as a story of victimhood, but of terrifying, ecological transformation. The forest itself becomes an avenging character, and I will never look at the woods the same way again." Bram Stoker Award-Nominated Author

Discover the novel that is being called 'an indelible contribution to feminist horror' and 'a masterclass in weaving historical research with supernatural dread.'

Step into the Weald. Listen to its roots. And remember.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Sukanta Bhattacharya
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. Dezember 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798232886394
• Artikelnr.: 76112833

Autorenporträt

I am Dr. Sukanta Bhattacharya, a dedicated researcher with over 18 years of invaluable experience in various fields of study. My journey as a scholar has been nothing short of exhilarating, marked by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a passion for discovery.

My academic odyssey began with a profound fascination for the mysteries of the natural world. Over the years, I have delved into diverse domains, exploring the intricate web of scientific, technological, and social phenomena. This journey has equipped me with a multifaceted understanding of the world we live in.

In the realm of scientific research, I have been fortunate to contribute to several ground-breaking projects. My work has spanned disciplines such as physics, biology, chemistry, and engineering. Through meticulous experimentation, data analysis, and collaboration with brilliant minds from across the globe, I have played a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of complex phenomena.

My expertise extends beyond the laboratory. I am a prolific writer, with numerous publications in reputable journals and books, where I have shared my insights and discoveries with the global scientific community. Moreover, I have had the privilege of mentoring and guiding the next generation of researchers, fostering a culture of curiosity and innovation.

My dedication to research extends to the broader spectrum of societal issues. I have actively engaged in studies that address pressing challenges facing our world today, including environmental sustainability, healthcare, and social justice. My commitment to making a positive impact on society drives me to bridge the gap between science and practical solutions.

Beyond academia, I am a lifelong learner and an advocate for the dissemination of knowledge. I firmly believe that education and information should be accessible to all, and I am committed to sharing my experiences and insights with a wider audience through lectures, workshops, and public engagements.

As I continue my journey in the realm of research, my mission remains clear: to unravel the mysteries of our world, contribute to the betterment of society, and inspire others to join me on this thrilling voyage of discovery.

Thank you for joining me on this incredible journey, and I look forward to the exciting opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.

Sincerely,

Dr. Sukanta Bhattacharya