The Quorum Author:Kim Newman Supernatural horror and social satire mix in this dazzling pop varitation on the Faustian bargain. — In 1961, Derek Leech emerges fully formed from the polluted Thames, destined to found a global media empire of pop music, Hollywood movie studios, newspapers, publishers and television. — In 1978, three ambitious young men strike a deal with Leech.... more » They are offered wealth, glamour, and success, but a price must be paid, a sacrifice must be made...a conspiracy of lifelong pain against their best friend.
In 1994, Leech's diabolical purpose moves to its conclusion, and as the young men struggle against the damnation, they realize what the ultimate price really is. With a devil updated for the 1990's, fame becomes a fate worse than death.« less