I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me Jamison Shea

"I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me" presents a chilling and atmospheric tale of Laure Mesny's relentless pursuit of success in the cutthroat world of Parisian ballet. Driven by a burning desire for recognition in an environment that continually overlooks her talents, Laure makes a Faustian bargain with a river of blood in the Catacombs.

Empowered by dark forces, Laure rises to the height of power, leaving her privileged peers shattered in her wake. Yet, as she basks in her newfound dominance, the shadows of a world filled with monsters begin to close in around her. The narrative follows Laure's descent into madness and her journey through the enigmatic underworld, where the choice between validation and embracing her monstrous nature becomes increasingly complex.

A slow-burn horror, "I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me" peels back layers to reveal institutions profiting from exclusion. Jamison Shea's debut explores the toll of sacrificing everything for a world that refuses reciprocal love. Laure's story serves as a haunting metaphor for the struggle against prejudice and the relentless pursuit of validation. The novel confronts the question of whether one should conform to societal expectations or embrace their monstrous essence, even if it means facing a god-killer. With its chilling exploration of darkness, ambition, and the price of seeking acceptance, the narrative promises a riveting journey into a world fueled by exclusion.