The Monstrumologist by Rick Yancey

The Terror Beneath

Set in the late 19th century, the story follows a young orphan named Will Henry, who serves as an apprentice to Dr. Pellinore Warthrop, a dedicated and eccentric monstrumologist. The duo embarks on a harrowing journey to uncover the truth behind a series of gruesome murders linked to a terrifying creature known as the Anthropophagi. As they delve deeper into the world of monsters and the macabre, Will is forced to confront the boundaries of science, the nature of evil, and his own fears, all while navigating the complex relationship with his enigmatic mentor.

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