Evil Eye

Alexandria, Egypt--1919 The exorcism was almost complete. The priests had overcome the old man's fierce resistance, and as if lancing a boil, had drawn the evil power from his body. But before they could finish the ceremony of purification, something happened--something that would change the world. New York City--Today The Forrester family was rich, powerful and nasty--the kind of people who would steal the pennies from a dead man's eyes. Arrogant and contemptuous, they ruined lives as easily as they bought and sold companies. Yet they were suddenly faced with a problem: Tony Filestra. Although he was merely a pawn in their corporate empire, Filestra had an ally more ruthless than even the Forresters--an aged grandmother with a thirst for revenge and the incredible power of the Evil Eye. Step into the world of horror with Evil Eye by Ehren M. Ehly. This spine-chilling novel takes readers on a journey through the supernatural. This book is perfect for all adult fans of horror fiction. 'Once in a while a jewel will come along. Like any diamond in the rough, one has to take the time to scrape away the dirt to get at the precious substance that lies beneath. Ehren M. Ehly's latest novel is just such a jewel. Once you get past the menacing cover art and her brief prologue, a truly wondrous tale unfolds. She utilizes one of the oldest superstitions, the belief in the power of the evil eye, and brings it up to date with gusto and glory. She knows how to tell a strong story, and is also deft at using contemporary themes and weaving them into her writing. ---J. B. Macabre Rave Reviews Magazine Feb/March 1990

Ehren M. Ehly was the pen name used by 1980's Pulp Horror Fiction author Moreen Ehly (1929-2012). She was the author of four published horror novels, including Obelisk, Totem, Evil Eye, and Star Prey. Raised in Egypt during her formative years, the English-born Ehly was forced to flee the country in 1952, during the July Revolution that overthrew King Farouk. She eventually immigrated to the United States, settling with her American husband in Southern California to raise a family, In her late 50's, Ehly took up fiction writing, inventing lurid tales of terror set mostly in modern-day Cairo, New York, and Southern California, whose characters proved no match for the ancient evils found within the mystical superstitions of the East.