The Damnation Game

Interesting Facts

• The book begins with the main character, Marty Strauss, being released from prison and getting a job as a bodyguard for the wealthy and mysterious Joseph White. This sets an atmosphere of mystery and tension from the very first pages.
• Joseph White, one of the central characters, has made a deal with a mystical being named Mamoulian, allowing him to live forever. This deal becomes the foundation for many events in the book and explores the theme of immortality and its consequences.
• Mamoulian, the mysterious being with whom White has made a deal, possesses the ability to manipulate reality and time. His presence in the book creates an atmosphere of horror and inevitability.
• The book explores the theme of human greed and the pursuit of power, showing how far people can go in their ambitions and desires.
• One of the key moments in the book is a game of dice, symbolizing risk and chance, playing an important role in the development of the plot and the fates of the characters.
• Barker masterfully creates an atmosphere of horror and tension, using detailed descriptions and psychological depth of characters, making the book a captivating read for horror genre enthusiasts.