Anthony Steven – Birth Rite

I received the invitation for this book’s blog tour, and after I had seen the cover and read the synopsis, I knew I had to read it. I haven’t read Anthony Steven’s work before, so I thought I would just read a few pages… two and a half hours later, I tore myself away from it.

Anthony Steven

Accept The Power or The World Will Burn

Nine-year-old David Ryan is in mortal danger He has a deadly secret that is unknown even to himself. But there is someone that does know: a relentless killer born of hatred, who draws upon dark powers to destroy God’s chosen ones.

As David grows into a troubled teenager, he has to confront the truth about himself to have any hope of stopping the malignant spread of evil that is engulfing his small town.

He must accept his birth-rite, or the whole world will burn.

Birth Rite is a cleverly written book. Anthony Steven has blended the supernatural together with horror to create a vivid, compelling, and very intense story. From the start of this book, I was hooked. I could hardly tear myself away from it.

The story is told over is different timelines, which can take a little time to adapt to, but for me, it didn’t take long to get used to the author’s writing as the different timelines focus on different characters.

His writing is so graphically descriptive that you can’t avoid actually seeing the images. This book is one that unsettles you, and you find yourself on the edge of your seat. I didn’t read it at night…let’s put it that way.

The story is split into three sections with an ending that is definitely worth the read. It’s definitely written to keep the reader on the edge and turning the pages. Such a gripping read with characters that you can love (Emily at the start) and hate, too. The characters help to drive the story forward too.

A twisting and vivid story that grips you and keeps you there…furiously turning the pages to discover what’s going to happen before you use your imagination just a little too much. I have always loved Stephen King novels, and Birth Rite gives me those types of vibes. I would love to read more of Anthony Stevens work.

Thanks to ZooLoo’s Book Tours and Anthony Steven for the copy of the book and place on this tour.