Some people seek to awaken monsters, but, as illustrated in Toxic Turkey by Gage Irvin, others are fiends themselves, with no need to summon evil. On Thanksgiving 2004, Latham Donnelly is preparing to meet with a family he despises—his own. He detests his wife, April, refuses to acknowledge the truth about his son Justin, feels contempt for his other son, Robert, and loathes his daughter, Holly, because he knows he did not father her. Determined to rid himself of this parasitic family, Latham devises a plan to abscond with his riches while leaving them out in the cold. However, Latham isn't the only one with plans, and by the time the next Thanksgiving rolls around a year later, the stage will be set for the tastiest dish of all: revenge. The Donnelly family is about to learn that while they may not get what they wish for, they will certainly get what they deserve.

Deeply twisted and complex, Toxic Turkey by Gage Irvin is a freaky supernatural tale with a few surprises thrown in for good measure. The plot mainly focuses on the Donnelly family and their crappy relations with one another as they all scheme their wicked little machinations while an otherworldly entity observes. Themes of wretchedness, insanity, and a loss of what it means to be human create an eerie and dark atmosphere, setting the perfect tone for a thriller such as this. Strong character development highlights the novel, filled mainly with fascinating and utterly vile individuals. The fast-paced storyline keeps the reader engaged throughout, making Toxic Turkey a true page-turner and a worthy addition to its genre.

In Gage Irving's Toxic Turkey, what starts as a cozy Thanksgiving reunion swiftly transforms into a dark, emotionally charged story of family strife, secrets, and the supernatural. After five years of silence, April, the wife of Latham Donnelly, plans a family reunion in hopes of mending long-neglected connections. However, Latham, who is distant and indifferent, has not given much thought to his family and has even forgotten about the reunion until April brings it up. Beneath the polite smiles and forced pleasantries, everyone pretends that all is well, but a threatening darkness brews just below the surface. They pledge to improve next year, completely unaware of the greater danger that lies ahead. They promise to do better, oblivious to the far more dangerous threat that awaits them. At the center of the coming storm is Attison Korabank, Latham’s enigmatic lawyer, who is far more than he seems.

Toxic Turkey by Gage Irving is a captivating and one-of-a-kind book. The story was fast-paced and filled with danger, suspense, and the supernatural. The supernatural elements were skillfully intertwined with the everyday lives of the Donnelly family. I was engrossed from the beginning and could not turn the pages fast enough to see what would happen next. It was hard to put the book down, as I was worried I might miss something important. The surprises and developments enhanced the mystery and supernatural aspects. The characters were well-crafted and genuine. Each character had a backstory that played a crucial role in the plot. The writing was superb, with all the elements needed to keep my attention throughout. The conclusion was appropriate after everything that transpired in the story. The book surpassed my initial expectations, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.