Practical Demonkeeping

Fantasy Urban Fantasy Contemporary Fiction Magical Realism

Description

In this darkly comedic debut, a century-old ex-seminarian named Travis O'Hearn finds himself saddled with an unlikely and dangerous companion: Catch, a demon with an insatiable appetite for humans. Hoping to rid himself of his toothy charge, Travis brings Catch to the seemingly tranquil town of Pine Cove, California, unaware that the demon views the local populace as a veritable feast. As Travis navigates the eccentricities of the town's residents—a colorful mix of winos, neo-pagans, and Lotharios—he must contend with Catch's escalating appetites and the chaos that ensues when all hell truly breaks loose. Christopher Moore masterfully blends supernatural absurdity with sharp wit, exploring themes of companionship, morality, and the unexpected consequences of trying to outsmart evil.