Behind the Curtain of Life CH 1 P 1

This is the first part of my novel called Behind the Curtain of Life.

I posted an earlier version, unpublished here, to a writing group on Facebook I'm in, and this is the result of implementing the feedback I received there.

The novel is hard to classify in terms of genre. It's an amalgamate of various genres and things I like. I feel I should mention it contains references to a certain misunderstood esoterical discipline. BUT since the story has a more humorous, often grotesque tone, you don't have to worry about me taking the subject completely seriously and getting preachy.

The setting makes it sci-fi. It's focus makes it a mystery novel. Flashbacks often have a horror character. It has both paranormal and urban fantasy elements. The main mystery is related with the romance aspect of the story. This is also going to be a heavily action laden story, and paranormal powers will come into play in action/fight scenes. Once mysteries are solved, and the main threat gains on importance, the stakes will become bigger and the thriller aspect of the story will come into play. The novel also meshes the dark and grotesque with the lighthearted and humorous where appropriate. I'm also a big fan of Greek tragedies, so you can expect struggles with powers beyond one's control, be it fate, be it karma, heaven or hell. I also like to make things a little psychological.

Though it might seem like much to balance out, I have a clear vision of the novel's structure. Everything has its place. Still, feedback is very welcome.

I'm very determined about finishing the story, so if you help me with it, I make sure to put my knowledge from reading over 50 books on creative writing to good use and help you with your story in return.

I hope you'll like it.

Cheers and thanks for reading.