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Cry To Heaven is a gripping historical fiction novel that is perfect for those looking to explore the underbelly of opera culture in 18th century Italy. The book's unique feature is its vivid portrayal of the Castrati - male singers castrated before puberty to preserve their high-pitched singing voice - and their rise to fame in society. Readers will be intrigued by the author's exploration of the price of success and the characters' struggles for revenge, glory, and personal fulfillment.

Downloaded over 100 million times in podcast form, Welcome to Night Vale is now yours to take home in print for the first time. Collecting such fan favourite episodes as 'A Blinking Light Up on the Mountain' and 'First Date', this volume contains the full second season of scripts for the #1 international bestselling podcast, with bonus material including: · Beautiful illustrations by series artist Jessica Hayworth to accompany each episode · Behind-the-scenes commentary from the New York Times bestselling authors · Guest essays by Night Vale performers and notable fans such as Cecil Baldwin (Cecil), Mara Wilson (The Faceless Old Woman), Hal Lublin (Steve Carlsberg) among others · The full script to Night Vale's sell-out live show, 'The Debate' The Great Glowing Coils of the Universe is an absolute must-have whether you're a fan of the podcast or discovering the wonderful world of Night Vale for the first time.(Don't miss Mostly Void, Partially Stars, featuring the very first year of podcast scripts, or Welcome to Night Vale: A Novel.)

Anne Rice brings to life the exquisite and otherworldly society of the eighteenth-century castrati, the delicate and alluring male sopranos whose graceful bodies and glorious voices brought them the adulation of the royal courts and grand opera houses of Europe, men who lived as idols, concealing their pain as they were adored as angels, yet shunned as half-men.As we are drawn into their dark and luminous story, as the crowds of Venetians, Neopolitans, and Romans, noblemen and peasants, musicians, prelates, princes, saints, and intriguers swirl around them, Anne Rice brings us into the sweep of eighteenth-century Italian life, into the decadence beneath the shimmering surface of Venice, the wild frivolity of Naples, and the magnetic terror of its shadow, Vesuvius.

"The Devouring Gray" is perfect if you enjoy a blend of eerie supernatural elements with the intricate dynamics of a tight-knit community. Herman creates an atmosphere that's thick with mystery, which balances well with the coming-of-age narrative. As Violet navigates her new, unsettling reality alongside a cast of complex characters, you'll likely find yourself pulled into the lore and the dark undertones of the Four Paths town.

"The Devouring Gray" is an intricate and engaging supernatural mystery novel for young adults. The story revolves around a group of teens, who are trying to protect their town from a lifeless dimension that cages a brutal monster called the Gray. The novel promises to keep readers engaged with its unique storyline, distinctive characters and unpredictable plot twists that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It's perfect for anyone looking for a gripping, supernatural mystery that is sure to keep you guessing until the end.

Cry to Heaven could be a good read for those who are interested in historical fiction that provides a unique insight into the life and experiences of castrati singers in 18th-century Europe. Rice's vivid descriptions of the grandeur and decadence of Venice and Naples against the looming shadow of the Vesuvius would transport the readers to another world. The novel is not only about the music and the castrati, but also about vengeance, love, and the struggle for identity and acceptance in a society that abhors their existence. Readers can expect a beautifully written, immersive, and at times, disturbing tale that stays with them long after the last page.