He thought he left the darkness behind. Until one night in the rain drags him back.

Reverend Jacob Sullivan has traded bullets for the Bible, preaching peace in a crumbling New York parish where hope is in short supply. But when he witnesses a brutal mob execution—committed by the very man who once called him brother—Jacob is forced to confront the past he's tried to bury.

With nothing but a silver cigarette case for evidence and a growing sense of guilt gnawing at his conscience, Jacob calls in a favor from a former friend on the force. But as secrets unravel and loyalties crack, he realizes the line between sinner and savior is thinner than he ever imagined.

A Prayer for the Damned is a gritty noir crime drama packed with atmosphere, betrayal, and spiritual reckoning. Perfect for fans of Dennis Lehane, James Lee Burke, and classic hardboiled fiction with a heart. If you love morally complex heroes, rain-soaked streets, and stories where faith is tested by fire, you won't want to miss this story.