The Twelfth Boy

by Milan Sergent

Overview

After years of waiting, Savannah Graysen finally finds love and has a miracle baby on Christmas Eve. The boy child, Noel, is a sign from the heavens that being a subservient wife and lover of Christmas has finally paid off until Noel, believed to be an abomination, ends up dead in a manger with a scripture carved on his little chest.

Savannah learns the hard way that some institutions cannot be touched, especially when they're ancient and sacred. Even God said so Himself: "Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm."

What starts as a mother seeking justice soon entangles her in a web of deceit so divided, so brainwashed, yet still so intent on its mission, that it cannot be reasoned with. If Savannah loses everything dear, will her bravery, she never knew she had, be enough of a reward in Hell?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781954430044
Publisher:	Cryptic Quill Publishing
Publication date:	06/22/2021
Pages:	268
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.61(d)

About the Author

Multi-Award-Winning Author Milan Sergent studied creative writing in college and began writing the novel series "Candlewicke 13" in 2007, a year after featuring some of the series' characters in his solo art exhibition, titled "Outsiders and Apparitions," near Rockefeller Center in New York City. An artist and poet since adolescence, a few of Sergent's early poetic works were published in Scarlet Literary Magazine and more recently in his two illustrated poetry books.

Multi-Award-Winning Author Milan Sergent studied creative writing in college and began writing the novel series "Candlewicke 13" in 2007, a year after featuring some of the series' characters in his solo art exhibition, titled "Outsiders and Apparitions," near Rockefeller Center in New York City. An artist and poet since adolescence, a few of Sergent's early poetic works were published in Scarlet Literary Magazine and more recently in his two illustrated poetry books.

Editorial Reviews

Praise for The Twelfth Boy

"If you love reading a novel where you can feel creepiness slowly sneaking up on you and the main characters, you'll love The Twelfth Boy by Milan Sergent. Sergent is a master at keeping readers wondering just who or what is behind the mysterious disappearance of sweet 6-year-old Noel, a boy who loves dancing, singing, and Christmas.... Sergent keeps us turning pages until the big reveal. The reveal is more than just an ugly discovery: it's a scathing commentary, even a warning about religious and social prejudices.... Yet it will leave you thinking about the ramifications of living in a Bible-oriented society that is so anti today's trends that it is destructive. Curious to find out why I say that? Read The Twelfth Boy!"

-Viga Boland for Readers' Favorite

"The Twelfth Boy by Milan Sergent is compelling reading. Every time I pick up one of his books I expect to be thrilled and this one did not disappoint.... The story deals with the subjects of religious fanaticism and non-conforming characters beautifully in a thrilling horror story you will be, in turn, too terrified to read yet not be able to put it down. Another great story from a master storyteller who knows how to grab your attention and keep it from start to finish."

-Anne-Marie Reynolds for Readers' Favorite

"The Twelfth Boy by Milan Sergent is a fast-moving, page-turning novel that took my breath away.... I read this book in one sitting, glued to the pages, and I can't recommend it highly enough. It poses many questions about our perceptions of society and the ideas we are subjected to from our early years. A beautifully crafted book that deserves to do very well."

-Lucinda E Clarke for Readers' Favorite

"I finished the book in a single sitting, waiting with bated breath for the dark mysteries to unfold. With a riveting storyline and a swift pace, Sergent's book will bewitch readers.... If you appreciate mysteries and are not bothered by a few unpleasant truths, this novel will provide you with a thought-provoking read."

-Shrabastee Chakraborty for Readers' Favorite

"The Twelfth Boy feels like a much-needed novel for our times as homophobia, bigotry, and systematic corruption still run rampant and hamper humanity from reaching its full potential.... Savannah's story will break your heart and force you to reflect upon the ills facing our society. The Twelfth Boy is a must-read, and I highly recommend it."

-Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite

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