The Dissonance

In The Dissonance, an epic contemporary fantasy from acclaimed author Matt Ruff, three former students of the eccentric Professor Marsh are drawn back to their hometown of Clegg, Texas, two decades after a tragic event shattered their coven. With their secret magic, rooted in harnessing negative emotions, they must confront the fallout of their past choices as signs of impending doom emerge. Meanwhile, a closeted teenager named Owen becomes entangled in a terrifying supernatural struggle after a seance goes horribly wrong, leading to a deadly pursuit by a malevolent entity. This captivating tale weaves together themes of dark magic, second chances, and the complexities of friendship and forgiveness.