. . . a dark and fascinating story that mixes mystery with Native American culture. It felt real and full of history. The way Bladen Mercutio tied in tradition and folklore made the book stand out from others in the gothic genre.

A. Ramirez - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/239866818

The story was engaging, and the world-building was rich. I really appreciated how each character was written with their own unique struggles and flaws—none of them were perfect, and that made them feel real.

J. Davis - https://www.netgalley.com/book/708243/review/1434427

Mercutio writes about the desert with a specific reverence that can only be achieved by someone who once called the place home. A solid and exciting newcomer to the fantasy and horror genres, Southwest Gothic will have you on the edge of your seat.

R. Abers - https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/7915353045?book_show_action=false