Dreams of the Forgotten Dead

Ancient forces stir in modern St. Louis as Damian Vesik emerges from the Abyss fundamentally changed, his supernatural abilities unpredictable and volatile. When his trusted mechanic Samir reports disturbing phenomena at his auto shop, Vesik discovers a deadly basilisk has taken residence there. Weakened and struggling to control his fluctuating powers, he must seek help from unlikely allies, including a temperamental ghostly warrior with a grudge against death itself. As supernatural chaos threatens to engulf the city, Vesik races against time to regain his strength while confronting threats that could destroy everything he's sworn to protect.

Travis Baldree delivers a masterful performance that brings Eric R. Asher's urban fantasy world to vivid life through expertly crafted character voices and atmospheric delivery. His portrayal of the transformed Vesik captures both the protagonist's newfound vulnerability and underlying determination, while his rendering of the cranky Utukku ghost provides moments of dark humor that balance the story's intensity. Baldree's pacing allows listeners to fully absorb the intricate supernatural elements while maintaining tension throughout action sequences, making this nineteenth installment in the series particularly engaging in audio format.