Hope to Die

In "Hope to Die," featured in Sanitarium Magazine number three, the story unfolds through the eyes of Dr. Thomas Sarafian, who confronts the dark complications of his life and marriage. Homicide detective John Mayfield offers a chilling perspective on the true nature of evil, suggesting that the devil is not grotesque but rather alluring. As Sarafian grapples with these revelations, he realizes that his wife, Vickie, embodies this seductive darkness, prompting him to consider a drastic and perilous decision.