As Kate learns more about Edgar Le Compte, she begins to realize that his hold over the island stretches back much further into history than she'd ever imagined. Even when he tries to win the locals over, however, Edgar ends up alienating the local population.

Soon, a plot is forming. If Edgar won't leave Thaxos alone, there are people who are willing to force him away, even if that means ending his life. Dark forces are closing in, but Edgar refuses to budge. As far as he's concerned, Thaxos is his birthright and he'll never leave. The stage is soon set for a showdown that could have tragic consequences.

Dead Souls - originally released as a serial - is an ongoing horror series. Each book ends on a cliffhanger, and readers are highly advised to read the series in order.