An Irish escape becomes a Midsummer Night’s terror.
Folklore meets modern horror in a fight for survival.
Widowed Josh plans a birthday trip to Ireland with his daughter Holly and friends. But luxury soon turns to terror as a dark secret emerges from the mysterious Kinnitty Pyramid.
Josh must team up with an unlikely ally to save Holly, facing a final showdown with a vengeful spirit that hungers for power. Even if they succeed, a grim choice awaits – a life forever changed or a sacrifice beyond imagining.
Blood Point is a chilling blend of folk horror and family drama that will haunt you long after the final page.
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- Part I (May 2024)
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- Part III (July 2024)
- Part IV (August 2024)
- Part V (September 2024)
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