Introdcution

The Payback is a brutal, unapologetic story that makes no attempt to ease the reader in. Immediately, the story states its intention, and the narrative continues with cold focus and restraint.

The voice is tight and relentless, staying fixed inside a single perspective as the story moves forward without apology or justification. The narrative is not interested in being polite, and it makes no effort to soften the tone or distance the reader from what is happening.

This is not a story about reflection or redemption. It is about fixation, resolve, and the unease that comes from being held too close to a single, unwavering intent.

Richard Leighland is the author of House of Fate, a supernatural horror novel published by AZ Literary Press. His author page on the AZ Entertainment Group website provides more information about the author.