Historical Fiction
A dark, historical fantasy of love and monster-hunting in 1785 France, as Sebastian Grave battles the Beast of Gévaudan.
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A dark, historical fantasy of love and monster-hunting in 1785 France, as Sebastian Grave battles the Beast of Gévaudan.
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In 1785, Professor Sebastian Grave receives the news he fears most: the terrible Beast of Gévaudan has returned, and the French countryside runs red in its wake. Sebastian knows the Beast. A monster-slayer with centuries of experience, he joined the hunt for the creature twenty years ago and watched it slaughter its way through a long and bloody winter. Even with the help of his indwelling demon, Sarmodel – who takes payment in living hearts – it nearly cost him his life to bring the monster dow...
What's Inside
will contain mild spoilers
Sexual content
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Central romantic storyline with an estranged lover; likely explicit content given the 'devastating love story' theme.
Violence & gore
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Graphic depictions of monster attacks and slaughter; blood-drenched hunt with intense violent scenes.
Profanity
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No evidence found in available sources for frequent or severe profanity.
Substance use
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No evidence found in available sources.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Central relationship between Sebastian and male lover Antoine; significant LGBTQ+ themes.
Religious content
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French clergy and inquisitorial presence; religious conflict hinted in the narrative.
Magic & witchcraft
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Arcane activities and fantasy elements tied to monster-slaying in a historical setting.
Occult / demonology
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Prominent demonic entity Sarmodel; themes of demonic pacts and living heart payments.
Political content
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Backdrop of pre-revolutionary France; social unrest and desperation among the people.
Self-harm / suicide
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No evidence found in available sources.
Abuse & suffering
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Implied systemic suffering due to misery and desperation in pre-revolutionary France.
Other
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