The Altar in the Hills (and Other Weird Tales) is the first story collection by Brandon Barrows, one of the 21st century's most-fervent followers of H.P. Lovecraft, the most-fevered mind of 20th century horror and weirdness These weird tales blend horror, science-fiction and fantasy to weave stories of darkness and terror that will alternately leave you checking dark spaces for hidden horrors and wondering at the nature of reality itself. From the horror/mystery of The Altar in the Hills to the private confessions and revelations of one of mankind's most brilliant minds in Through the Ether, these seven stories bring with them Old Gods, strange twists and interesting characters that will both surprise and delight fans of horror fiction.