Our Share of Night

Gaspar is just six years old when the malevolent forces of the Order first come for him. The Order, a sinister society deeply rooted in the occult, has long exploited his father’s extraordinary abilities to communicate with the dead and harness demonic powers. Presiding over gruesome rituals, they seek to control the very fabric of life and death, sacrificing the unwanted and the disappeared to a dark, unfathomable entity known only as the Darkness. Now, they need a successor, and Gaspar is their chosen one.

The story explores the tense and treacherous journey of Gaspar as he grows up ensnared by the Order’s menacing grip. His only solace is his father, who, despite his own brutal entanglements, is determined to protect his son from the same harrowing fate. The novel masterfully interweaves Gaspar’s coming-of-age with the haunting legacy of his father’s experiences, building a chilling narrative of survival against insurmountable odds.

Set against the backdrop of Argentina's turbulent history, Our Share of Night spans the brutal decades of the country’s military dictatorship and the harrowing aftermath. This captivating novel delves into the depths of human endurance and the sacrifices a father will make to help his son escape a fateful destiny. It paints a vivid portrait of a broken family, cursed inheritances, and the indomitable will to break free from malevolent forces.

From the pen of cult sensation Mariana Enriquez, author of the International Booker Prize-shortlisted The Dangers of Smoking in Bed, comes a profoundly atmospheric and gripping tale. Enriquez's writing pulsates with intensity, blending the supernatural with historical realism to create a story that is both terrifying and deeply moving.

Esteemed writers and critics have lauded Our Share of Night for its remarkable storytelling. Paul Tremblay hails it as "...one of the best novels of the 21st century," while Alan Moore describes it as "...a magnificent accomplishment and a genuine work of power." This haunting, thrilling novel will leave readers captivated long after they turn the final page.