Wormwood

Dan Stone's inheritance comes with a terrible price when his estranged billionaire father dies under horrific circumstances, leaving behind a global empire centered on Black Lake's mysterious waters. This boiling crater, born from cosmic forces, produces water with miraculous healing properties that also spawns nightmares and alien black roses capable of twisting human will. As Dan grapples with visions and supernatural forces beyond his understanding, he must navigate the seductive pull of dark power while discovering the true cost of his father's empire. The supernatural thriller explores themes of corruption and temptation as Dan faces an impossible choice between resistance and surrender to ancient forces.

Audie Award-winning narrator Grover Gardner delivers a masterful performance that captures both the intimate psychological horror and expansive cosmic dread of Castor's debut novel. His nuanced voice work distinguishes between Dan's growing paranoia and the otherworldly influences that plague him, while his pacing builds tension through quieter character moments and explosive supernatural encounters. Gardner's experience with genre fiction shines as he navigates the story's blend of corporate intrigue and eldritch horror, making the nearly fifteen-hour runtime feel immersive rather than daunting. The audio format particularly enhances the story's dreamlike sequences and mounting psychological pressure.