Douglas Smith's The Boys Are Back in Town

"I climbed the steps to an octagonal dais ten paces wide and set on mortar and stone eight feet above the grass. Blue flames burned in high recesses of the eight marble pillars that supported the domed roof. Images of gods and demons from scores of ancient religions were carved in each pillar. Carved by my hand. A conceit, but our patrons expected a bit of atmosphere."

Paulo and Dino's quiet little tavern on a secluded island in Toronto's harbour isn't all it seems, and neither is the visit they receive from members of what is perhaps the most disfunctional family in all of literature. Old wounds are torn open and ancient prophecies brought into play as Paulo is drawn into battle with an ancient enemy. The stakes: the very survival of his family and that of all of humanity.

The Boys Are Back in Town is a fun romp through ancient pantheons and bestiaries as Douglas Smith plays with both Greek and Norse mythologies in this entertaining tale.

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