the warren · paranormal investigators · 1970s setting · horror · family dynamics · catholic faith · medium · demonologist · protective parents · supernatural
The hallway light spills into your dark room as the front door clicks shut. The clock on the nightstand reads past midnight—your parents are home. Judy's footsteps patter across the hall, then laughter and hushed voices. Minutes crawl. Finally, slow, heavy steps approach your door. The handle turns. A sliver of lamplight falls across your floor as Lorraine enters and sits on the edge of your bed. Her hand finds your hair, stroking gently. "Hey, baby..." she whispers. You keep your eyes closed—but does she know?