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  • The back cover of the Atria/Emily Bestler Books edition of 'The Chill' by Scott Carson. The design features a dark, atmospheric layout with the eerie tagline, 'STILL WATERS RUN DEEP...'. Below, it provides a chilling synopsis of a drowned village beneath the Chilewaukee Reservoir in upstate New York. The page is filled with praise from legendary authors including Stephen King, Michael Connelly, and Dean Koontz, documenting the pristine, collector-grade condition of this modern horror masterpiece.
  • Side-angle view of 'The Chill' by Scott Carson. The screen captures the striking red and white spine and Atria Books logo, reflecting the high-quality design of this national bestseller. The layout emphasizes the atmospheric New York reservoir setting, showcasing the sharp corners and authentic dust jacket of this collectible paperback volume.
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The Chill by Scott Carson

The Chill by Scott Carson

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A Scott Carson Supernatural Eco-Horror Thriller of Drowned Villages and Failing Dams

Deep beneath the Chilewaukee Reservoir in upstate New York lies the drowned town of Chilewaukee, forcibly flooded a century ago to supply water to New York City. Now, dam inspector Aaron Miller discovers catastrophic structural failure inside the massive concrete wall threatening to breach.

As torrential rains push the reservoir to capacity, strange supernatural phenomena emerge from the lakebed. The spirits of the displaced residents seek vengeance against the descendants of those who drowned their home, requiring a fresh sacrifice before the waters burst.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Scott Carson (pen name for Michael Koryta) blends civil engineering lore, environmental dread, and vengeful spectral horror. A chilling supernatural thriller for fans of Stephen King, Peter Straub, and Alma Katsu.

Edition & Specifications

Publisher: Emily Bestler Books/ATRIA

Pages: 435

Format: Paperback

Publication Date: 2021

ISBN: 9781982104603

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  • New: Direct from the publisher; immaculate, unread condition.
  • Like New: Pristine condition with minimal to no shelf wear; looks unread.
  • Very Good: Lightly read with minor shelf wear or light cover creasing. Pages are clean, crisp, and unmarked with a tight binding. (Our baseline standard for pre-loved books.)
  • Good: A well-loved reading copy with visible shelf wear or page aging, but fully intact and structurally sound.

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