Hello my literary compatriots, I'm looking for books about a young man who's hero's journey features being tempted/succumbing to becoming terrible for power, and the eldrichy horrors. I’m hoping to find something that's not purely horror, as I love when it complements a broader narrative.
To give an idea of the vibe, some of my favourite books are Blood Meridian, The Picture of Dorian Gray, American Gods, and most things by Lovecraft. Elegant prose is a bonus, as is a blend of beauty and terror, and some spectacular adventures (extra bonus points for homoerotic undertones 😉 ).
by menacing_earthworks