Vix, an orphan/thief living in the pits of Belgrave, has only one rule. She does what she must in order to survive. In the miserable depths of the slums, there’s only one alternative. Death.

But it seems that this does not apply to everyone. 

Vix encounters Caine, a mysterious man murdered on two different occasions, on two different days. He cannot seem to stay dead. Desperate to understand his secrets, Vix follows after the beaten-down immortal. But there is another hunting for Caine as well--an undying assassin known as the Riverman who will stop at nothing to kill his target again and again, no matter how many times it takes. 

As the Riverman sets his sights on her, Vix is faced with her darkest fears. A world of dark magic and mysteries unveils itself before her--and through it all, death is always but a step behind. 

This work contains depictions of violence, suitable for ages 18+. 

Spiral Loop is created by Alexander Harrington, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

Spiral Loop

The small room rang with Eliah’s words. Caine tried to keep his face perfectly motionless, despite the thrill of disbelief that went through him. 


“What are you talking about?” he asked, trying to sound confused. “My name is Edgar. Edgar Benner.” 


Eliah just looked at him flatly, gray eyes shining in the light of the lantern. Caine’s own eyes flicked back and forth. He could not decide whether it was safer to meet that dull gaze or not. 


At last, Eliah sighed, breaking the silence. Then, abruptly, he sat down on the dirty ground across from Caine. His fine, black clothes were immediately covered in grime and dust. Caine nearly winced. But Eliah did not notice at all. 


He scooted forward until he was just a foot away from Caine, legs crossed. “That’s very funny... Edgar.” He laughed lightly as though to prove it, but the mirth did not ever touch his eyes. “That’s very funny.” 


Chapter 38: Shifting Shadows