The Quarter Storm: A Novel

In New Orleans, a Vodou priestess investigates a ritual murder to protect her community and uncover a conspiracy threatening her way of life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 01 March 2022
Publisher: Amazon Publishing

A practitioner of Vodou embarks on a perilous journey to solve a ritual murder in New Orleans and safeguard her cherished values. Mambo Reina Dumond, a Haitian-American Vodou priestess, operates a healing practice from her humble abode in New Orleans. Since childhood, Reina has possessed a remarkable gift of water magic, deeply devoted to the benevolent traditions of her ancestors.

However, the tranquility of her life is shattered when a ritual slaying takes place in the heart of the French Quarter. The police, led by Detective Roman Frost, a fierce nonbeliever, arrest a fellow Vodouisant, suspecting them of involvement in the crime. With a determination to tie the crime to the Vodou practitioners of New Orleans, Frost assembles a team of investigators.

Reina, driven by her unwavering commitment to justice and the preservation of Vodou customs, resolves to uncover the truth behind the murder. As she delves into the city's enigmatic shadows, she uncovers a sinister conspiracy that threatens to obliterate her entire way of life.

Amidst her investigation, Reina encounters a killer wielding dangerous magic, determined to thwart her every move. In this climactic battle, Reina must tap into the immense strength of her own power and unwavering faith to solve the mystery and bring the perpetrator to justice.

Through her bravery and determination, Reina not only solves the murder but also emerges as a hero, defending the Vodou practice and preserving the cherished customs of her community.

Weight: 290g
Dimension: 138 x 209 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781542033916