The Dragon Pool - Paperback

In this action-packed Hellboy novel, the iconic demon detective faces ancient evil in the Himalayas, where myth, monsters, and dark secrets collide in a high-stakes paranormal adventure.A top agent for the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense, Hellboy is used to confronting the unknown--but this time, the past may be his greatest enemy. When archaeologist Anastasia Bransfield--Hellboy's former lover--uncovers the legendary Dragon King Pool, believed to be the lair of a long-dormant dragon, her discovery unleashes a series of terrifying events. Strange creatures begin to stalk the dig site, sabotage threatens the expedition, and a child vanishes without a trace. Drawn into the mystery, Hellboy must battle supernatural forces rooted in ancient legend while navigating unresolved feelings for Anastasia. As the truth behind the Dragon King emerges, he faces a deadly confrontation that could awaken a power long thought buried. Blending folklore, horror, and pulse-pounding action, this gripping adventure expands the Hellboy universe with monsters, mythology, and a hero who punches first and asks questions later.