“Accursed” is a horror novel by Guy N. Smith, published in 1984. Smith, known for his prolific output and knack for creating gripping, often gruesome horror stories, delivers another intense and chilling narrative in this novel.
Plot Summary
Accursed defies the cliché of the stock Egyptian curse trope, delving instead into the harrowing descent of the Brownlow family into madness. At its heart are two displaced mummies, vessels for ancient spirits and vengeful gods, stirred from their slumber by the unwitting actions of English house husband George Brownlow. His innocuous excavation for a fallout shelter in the backyard unleashes a malevolent force that seeps into the very fabric of their existence.
What follows is a relentless onslaught of terror, as the Brownlows and those closest to them are ensnared in a web of supernatural horrors. With each turn of the page, the boundaries between reality and nightmare blur, until the omnipresent madness that grips the characters becomes palpable, seeping into the reader’s psyche and refusing to let go.
Accursed is not for the faint of heart. Its pages drip with a visceral, gut-wrenching horror that leaves a lingering unease long after the book is closed. From grotesque rituals to spine-chilling encounters, the novel pulls no punches, immersing readers in a world where terror reigns supreme.
For aficionados of paperback horror, Accursed is a must-read. With its relentless pace and unflinching portrayal of terror, it stands as a testament to the enduring power of the genre to unsettle and enthral. So steel your nerves and prepare to be swept away on a journey into the darkest recesses of the human soul—just don’t expect to emerge unscathed.