Cult of the Spider Queen: An Arkham Horror Novel

In this novel of cosmic dread, an ancient horror in the Amazon jungle ensnares adventurers and explorers, leading them to the brink of madness. A reporter receives a mysterious film reel with a note that Maude Brion is alive, and he gathers a team of explorers to bring her back, but deep in the jungle, the boundaries between adventurers, dreamers, and fanatics blur.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 17 March 2022
Publisher: Aconyte Books

In the heart of the Amazon jungle, an ancient horror lurks, weaving a sinister web of nightmares that ensnares the daring souls of adventurers, explorers, and their very essence. This spine-tingling novel by Arkham Horror takes readers on a journey into the depths of cosmic dread, where the line between bravery and madness is blurred.

When Arkham Advertiser reporter Andy van Nortwick receives a mysterious film reel in the mail, accompanied by a cryptic note: "Maude Brion is very much alive!" he embarks on a perilous path that will push him to the edge of sanity. Brion, the renowned actress and film director, vanished a year ago during an ill-fated expedition into the Amazon rainforest, delving into the legend of the Spider Queen. Driven by the thrill of a potential career-defining scoop, Nortwick secures the funds to launch a rescue mission. He assembles a team of fearless explorers and a knowledgeable folklorist, determined to bring back Brion and solidify his reputation.

However, as they venture deeper into the Amazon jungle, the boundaries between the intrepid adventurers, dreamers, and deranged fanatics become increasingly blurred. The team encounters strange creatures, unspeakable horrors, and ancient curses that threaten to tear them apart. They must navigate treacherous terrain, face impossible odds, and confront their darkest fears to survive.

As the rescue mission unfolds, the team members are subjected to a relentless onslaught of psychological and physical torture. They are plagued by nightmares, hallucinations, and the haunting presence of the Spider Queen herself. Each member of the team is tested to their limits, and their loyalties are put to the ultimate test.

In the end, only a few emerge victorious, having survived the horrors of the Amazon jungle. But the scars of their experience will remain with them forever, a testament to the power of the ancient horror that still lurks in the depths of the Amazon. This gripping novel by Arkham Horror is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure, horror, and the uncharted depths of the human psyche.

Weight: 296g
Dimension: 132 x 197 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839080821