When he awakens, he sets out on a journey of self-discovery-- one where he will penetrate the ultimate mystery and finally unlock the secret to his destiny.
A definite 'coming out' story for Clive Barker. The main character is openly gay, and much of the story involves his interaction with the gay community. Parts are slightly homophobic, but, hey, so is life.
The horror content is a little less. He is pursued by murderous, supernatural creatures. But, it felt more like an adventure novel than horror.