The Madonna of Shadows and Darkness


Fiction - Horror
220 Pages
Reviewed on 11/17/2009
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Reviewed by Anne Boling for Readers' Favorite

Father Sam Stone was asked to help Mandy, a young girl claiming to be the reincarnation of Gloria Vanderbilt. Bishop Freddy was hoping this would be a boost for the church. Mandy’s grandfather was threatening to send her to a mental institution. Mandy was very astute while talking with Sam she asked some very personal questions and asked, “With all your problems what makes you think you can help me?”

Mandy had mentioned The Book of Enoch. While this book was never canonized it was quoted in the Book of Jude. Sam knew that would be a good place to start his investigation. He also found tapes of Vanderbilt performing on stage. Evil was at the heart of the matter.

Kenneth Tucker offers readers a tale of pure horror sure to make them sleep with the light on. Tucker carefully develops an air of dark mystery; the atmosphere of this book reminds me of the 1930s. The plot is classic horror; he does not depend on cheap gimmicks, gory details and foul language to make this book frightening. Father Sam Stone and Mandy are very likable characters. They have very human flaws but are pure in heart. Fans of horror should not miss The Madonna of Shadows and Darkness.