Petrichor
Some things cannot be mended with baling twine. Drought has turned the paddocks of Paddle Creek Station to dust. Now the death of Clayton’s older brother has shaken his family to its core and left a gaping hole in Clayton’s memory. A hole his parents won’t even discuss. When Waringa, in the shape of a fox-spirit, tells Clayton it’s up to him to save his family and to free the rain spirits held prisoner by the demonic Red King, Clayton must find a strength within himself he never knew he possessed. But as Waringa guides Clayton towards his ultimate battle with the Red King, his quest brings his whole family closer to the abandoned homestead where his brother died. And as it does Clayton’s actions uncover raw wounds, forcing hidden memories to surface. 15% of the publisher's revenue from the sale of this book will be donated to the charities: Rural Aid and Beyond Blue
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OK now this I was not expecting! I thought I was in for a YA Spooky/Fantasy read and I got that but also a lot more.
This was a journey to not only save a land, but to save a family. Sometimes fighting the demons we have inside can manifest into lifelike situations and this story was a wonderful portrayal of that.
My heart ached for Clayton and his family, especially since they were dealing with the loss of Davo and the neverending drought plaguing their land. I had tears at the end and loved the way it all wrapped up.
The Red King was written well and amped the spook factor immensely! Quick and fun read Definitely one worth adding to those Spooktober lists.
I sincerely appreciate the publisher and Blackthorn Book Tours for providing me with a review copy. All opinions expressed herein are mine and mine alone.