"Ek Chuah is one hell of a book -- a strange and evocative erotic supernatural thriller, twisted and shocking in all the best ways. Cain's writing is as tight as a fist, twisting around a supple throat as he turns up the heat. The characters in this book go to places that will surprise and horrify you. A great down-and-dirty read!"
—Michael Arnzen, author of Play Dead

"ItÕs a fast, fun, tangled up pulpy surge of a novel. I recommend it to those who like their horror wet and chewy."
—Cemetery Dance magazine

"With its irreverent dialog and over-the-top action, CainÕs novel is not for the close-minded."
—Black Petals magazine

"Ek Chuah is a must-have for any lover of supernatural horror and/or gory action fiction."
—MaximumRocknRoll

"...a well-crafted novel that is not overly predictable, and is solidly presented..."
—Andrew McKenna, Albedo One

In Australia, Pete Tate, an atypical accountant who is comfortable being a gay man, takes pity on his best mate, Al Kurk, an overweight, 29-year-old virgin. Pete introduces Al to Amber, an exotic-looking woman with the beauty of an ethnic supermodel. Amber seduces Al; however, the morning after, she is gone and blood stains the room.

Meanwhile, Ted Denebrae has been demoted from detective to constable due to having sex with a 15-year-old informant. But Ted is given a second chance when a psychopath kills three police officers and hospitalizes Ted’s former partner.

Behind all of this is Ek Chuah, a manipulative Mayan goddess who will do whatever it takes to fulfill her evil ambitions. This time, she must not fail!

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