What is the real relationship between gods, goddesses, and their followers? That's just one of the questions asked and answered in the enthralling new novel -- Nepenthes -- by John A. Schmidt. Lord Mystery previously had what could be considered a perfect life. He lived in the Valley of the Timeless Towers, a place of overwhelming beauty, had plenty of delicious food and drink, and except for companionship, all his needs were beautifully met. But one day he begins to have disturbing dreams about a woman he calls the Weeping Lady. She's in trouble somehow, held captive and longing to be free....