The Deprogrammer

"The Deprogrammer" is a short Mythos story by author and Lovecraft scholar Robert M. Price.
== Synopsis ==
The story revolves around a man whose job is to kidnap and "deprogram" young people who have been brainwashed by their membership in cults. After taking on the case of Ginny Salamone who has joined the Church of Starry Wisdom, his hired muscle is brutally killed and Ginny has disappeared. Deciding to look into the mysterious organisation further, he is converted to their cause and starts his work as a recruiter.
== Characters ==
* Ted Brigham, a professional deprogrammer with a cynical attitude to religion.
* Ginny Salamone, a member of the Church of Starry Wisdom.
* Baruch Rowley, a senior member of the Church.
* Mitch Ames, a clergyman who runs a halfway house for former cult members.
* Mr. and Mrs. Salamone, Ginny's parents.
* O'Rourke and Graves, Brigham's hired muscle, both beneficiaries of his deprogramming skills.
== Publication History ==
"The Deprogrammer" was first published in the September 1989 edition of the magazine Deathrealm. It later appeared in the anthologies Quick Chills II (April 1992) and Blasphemies & Revelations (November 2008).
Category:Robert M. Price works
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