"You'd be surprised, the things you can do to a person with a little pain. Make them shed their pride, forget their humanity. Break them until they've disavowed who they are and you can build them back up again in your own image, a slave for all time." 

After the death of his mother, Travis leaves the navy to start a new chapter of his life. However, a series of coincidences occur, drawing the attention of a government agency called the Bureau. Travis is faced with a secret from his past as he is confronted with forces beyond his control. 

This was an original story blending horror and speculative fiction. One of those books where I had no idea what direction it was going, but I was fully invested. The plot was unique and full of mystery. I really liked the characters as they were funny and loveable, and the villains were brutal and egotistical. There was also a surprising amount of gore, which of course I loved. 

I wish the Bureau and their secrets were explored more, however, it didn't take away from my overall enjoyment. This was a suspenseful, captivating horror tale.