St. Vincent's Orphanage for Boys. Turn of the century, in a remote valley in Pennsylvania.

Under the watchful eyes of several priests, thirty boys work, learn, and worship. However, on a stormy night a group of men knock at their door, with a wounded man with occult symbols carved on his body. His death releases an ancient evil infecting St Vincent's and the children.


We follow Peter, who has made the orphanage his home following the death of his parents, as he navigates towards manhood and the idea of joining the priesthood. He is the unofficial unelected leader of the boys and takes pride in looking after them. The story also jumps to follow David, another orphan who's the same age as Peter, Brother Andrew a younger priest and mentor to Peter, and Brother Johnson who has a shady background.


I loved this book from the get go! Peter always tries to help others, and often puts others before himself. Although not one to push boundaries, he does try to stand up to Brother Johnson who isn't always as nice to the boys as he should be. 
I enjoyed the way we got alternative views of the Orphanage, especially from Peter and David's narrative given their age and similar experiences. I found myself aligning more with David's point of view as the book progressed. 

I don't want to say too much regarding the plot as it may spoil it, and I think you need to go in with a blank canvas of thoughts. I would highly recommend giving this one a read

4.5⭐️