"Revelator" by Daryl Gregory

Set against the eerie backdrop of the Smoky Mountains, this novel is a perfect blend of Southern Gothic horror and supernatural mystery. The story follows Stella, who returns to her ancestral home only to confront a sinister family legacy. What she discovers is not just a dark secret, but an ancient, otherworldly entity that her family has worshipped for generations. If you’re looking for a book that’s as atmospheric as it is terrifying, Revelator will not disappoint.