Rantings of a Wandering Mind
Rantings of a Wandering Mind

Book Two of the Utgarda Series

The Missing Medium

City of Shadows: Betrayal, Mystery, and the Quest for Truth

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About the Book

Dive into a treacherous journey through the underbelly of New York City as Russian anthropologist Anna Rykov and Doctor Harold Lamb find themselves entangled in a web of mobsters, madness, and malevolent creatures. While Father Sean O’Malley is summoned to Rome to confront the haunting “Longborough Affair,” Anna and Harold embark on a perilous quest to locate the elusive spirit medium who once advised their mentor, setting in motion a chain of events that would shape their entire adventure.

In the gritty streets of New York City, danger lurks around every corner as Anna and Harold navigate through a labyrinth of deceit. Mobsters with their own hidden agendas, deranged minds haunted by their own demons, and monstrous beings lurking in the shadows all conspire to hinder their search for the truth.

Prepare to be captivated by a tale of suspense and intrigue, where the boundaries of sanity and the supernatural collide. Can Anna and Harold survive the twisted machinations of New York City’s darkest underbelly? Will they uncover the secrets that lie at the heart of the “The Missing Medium”? The answers lie within the shadows, where deception takes hold and danger lurks at every turn.

In “Missing Medium,” Anna and Harold must unravel the enigmatic connections between their mentor’s advice, the criminal underworld, and the supernatural forces at play. Each step draws them deeper into a world where alliances shift like shadows and the line between reality and nightmare blurs.

The Author

Rantings of a Wandering Mind

Rantings of a Wandering Mind

Publishers of Science Fiction and Fantasy

Joab Stieglitz is an accomplished author best known for his evocative Utgarda and Thule Trilogies. Delving into the depths of the supernatural, mythology, and the arcane, Stieglitz crafts tales that are as captivating as they are eerie.

A keen enthusiast of history, he masterfully blends elements of the past with fantastical horror, transporting readers to worlds both familiar and mysterious. His Utgarda Trilogy, comprising of “The Old Man’s Request”, “The Missing Medium”, and “The Other Realm”, established him as a force to be reckoned with in the realm of supernatural fiction. Not one to rest on his laurels, Stieglitz further expanded his literary universe with the Thule Trilogy, featuring titles such as “The Hunter in the Shadows”, “The Worlds I Know”, and “Reversing the Cataclysm”.

But Joab’s creative prowess doesn’t end with epic trilogies. His “Larry Nodens Mysteries” series adds a detective twist to his repertoire, demonstrating his versatility and depth as a writer. “Designed for Slaughter”, the first book in that series, delves deeper into the realms of horror and suspense, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.

Drawn to the world of myth and legends from a young age, Stieglitz’s works reflect his passion and deep understanding of ancient lore, while also touching upon universal themes of human nature, destiny, and the ever-present battle between light and darkness.

Through his stories, Joab Stieglitz not only entertains but also encourages readers to explore the shadowy corridors of history, myth, and the human psyche. His contributions to the genre have earned him a devoted readership, eagerly awaiting each new journey into the realms he so vividly portrays.

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