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Lorne Turner Supernatural Thrillers #7
The Spirit Glass
As mysteries go this one doesn’t look too bad. At least on the surface.
Lorne’s obligations to a department within military intelligence are called in when Ms Pilar Sanchez turns up with her men-in-black.
She leaves behind a box full of photos and secrets. He’s tasked with clearing out any mystical or esoteric objects in the cottage of a dead artist who lived nearby.
The cottage is full of paintings and statues of a figure that is ill defined and yet hauntingly beautiful. A creature of dreams.
Those dreams lead Lorne and Heather to uncover an entrance to an ancient mine working.
Within the darkness they find a woman, they find a cage, and they uncover a terrible secret.
Freeing the suffering creature, Lorne does the one thing he vowed never to do. He unleashes hell on the innocent.
It’s not just them that pay the price this time. The question is how high will the final cost be for the team?
Lorne’s obligations to a department within military intelligence are called in when Ms Pilar Sanchez turns up with her men-in-black.
She leaves behind a box full of photos and secrets. He’s tasked with clearing out any mystical or esoteric objects in the cottage of a dead artist who lived nearby.
The cottage is full of paintings and statues of a figure that is ill defined and yet hauntingly beautiful. A creature of dreams.
Those dreams lead Lorne and Heather to uncover an entrance to an ancient mine working.
Within the darkness they find a woman, they find a cage, and they uncover a terrible secret.
Freeing the suffering creature, Lorne does the one thing he vowed never to do. He unleashes hell on the innocent.
It’s not just them that pay the price this time. The question is how high will the final cost be for the team?
282 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 22, 2023
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September 16, 2023
This 7th book in the Lorne Turner series could very well be the best yet. Lorne undertakes what he thinks is a simple investigation for DoPI in the quiet little village of Barle’s Keep. But that’s not what happens. Instead, he finds himself coming face-to-face with an incredibly powerful and vengeful demon that the villagers have been feeding for years. An all-out war of good versus evil ensues, as Lorne finds that he must join forces once again with djinn Ahmar to defeat the demon, risking everything he holds dear in the process. The secondary characters here are all very well developed and interesting, providing solid support to the storyline. No doubt, this tale is one of the most suspenseful and action-packed in the series. Well-paced and finely crafted dialogue throughout, this is a real page turner. The magic of Joe Talon’s writing is based, in part, on his unique ability to consistently create fascinating, complex characters and to develop fresh, innovative action sequences to showcase their individual talents. Lots of fascinating, historical details about Christianity and early paganism enrich the story throughout. Lorne, along with Heather and friends, stumble onto horrific and tragic secrets of the villagers and their ancestors. Shocking in their intensity at times, many terrifying confrontations with the forces of evil lead up to the final battle scene. These conflicts create an almost unbearable atmosphere of fearful tension. The end was very satisfying. As a bit of a bonus, there is now the tantalizing possibility of Lorne gaining an ally at DoPi who is willing to risk it all by exposing the truth behind Pilar Sanchez’s scheming and lust for power. Looking forward to seeing how that plays out!
I received a free copy of this book in return for an honest and open review.
I received a free copy of this book in return for an honest and open review.
May 6, 2024
My Thoughts:
My favourite SAS is back!!
However, surprisingly, this is the slowest-paced book in the series, yet...
I got spoilt with the audiobooks. When I was reading this book, there wasn't any. Audiobook version, I mean, and I pouted. I sulked! That contributed to the slowed pace of the book.
I googled Anna Burgess and apparently it is a historical fact. Anna Burgess is the 7-year-old girl murdered by her father, William Burgess, at Wheal Eliza mine, Exmoor, England so that he could use her welfare money to buy alcohol.
This is probably one of the features that enticed me to this author is his/her ability to weave fact and fiction and make the story relatable and realistic!
This book continues the angels and demons theme that has been touched on in previous books in this series. Specifically, the Salt For The Devil's Eye. This time it is the other end, the demon side of the spectrum that this author is playing with.
My question is, why did Ahmar jumped into Lorne to begin with?! If it is such a prison? The plot kinda dug itself a hole there...
Another thing, who bound the demon there? Because if it was not bound, then Lorne could not have inadvertently released it...
Quantitative Evaluation:
Story telling quality = 4.5
Character development = 4.5
Story itself = 4
Writing Style = 4
Ending = 4
World building = 5
Cover art = 4.5
Pace = 3.5
Plot = 4
Story telling quality = 4.5
Character development = 4.5
Story itself = 4
Writing Style = 4
Ending = 4
World building = 5
Cover art = 4.5
Pace = 3.5
Plot = 4
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5
November 18, 2023
I've enjoyed the series so far . But it's starting to getting too focussed on the growing group of main characters with all their particular problems and talents. Can't keep up with all of them anymore. The Main characters are becoming unsympathetic . The whole premises of this series is build on this ex SAS guy , his damaged wife and their gay friends .They all struggle with some form of mental/spiritual problem while fighting evil entities . Now this started out as a rather original concept . But by now they've become a bunch of elitists little cult . In this book for example, they start chatting with some innocent guy who invites them for a meal in the pub. Suddenly they all get annoyed with him because everything he says is seen as an insult for some reason .
In short: Because he doesn't believe in the supernatural and dares to criticize British foreign policies. We are supposed to see this man as some complete A-hole, eventhough he's actually acting as a normal guy. . the message seems to be : Everyone needs to be simultaneously woke, spiritually open minded , sensitive for mental problems.....But also supportive of the armed forces ! .Those who doesn't agree with this set of rules get scowled at and/or faced with hardly contained aggression . The longer this balancing act continuous in this series , the longer the conversations between all involved get to explain each view to those who get involved.
Also, the SAS guy being chased by a horde of adders and going ' these are an endangered species. Can't kill those ! '.I mean c'mon mate 😅
In short: Because he doesn't believe in the supernatural and dares to criticize British foreign policies. We are supposed to see this man as some complete A-hole, eventhough he's actually acting as a normal guy. . the message seems to be : Everyone needs to be simultaneously woke, spiritually open minded , sensitive for mental problems.....But also supportive of the armed forces ! .Those who doesn't agree with this set of rules get scowled at and/or faced with hardly contained aggression . The longer this balancing act continuous in this series , the longer the conversations between all involved get to explain each view to those who get involved.
Also, the SAS guy being chased by a horde of adders and going ' these are an endangered species. Can't kill those ! '.I mean c'mon mate 😅
September 16, 2023
Intense new Lorne Turner story!
One of the best accidents ever to happen to me was stumbling across Joe Talon’s Lorne Turner series. His latest offering, The Spirit Glass, kept me on the edge of my seat throughout the story. It’s hard to describe this story other than to say Mr. Talon has woven so many dimensions in addition to the paranormal aspect into it that I felt like I was watching a movie. From the outset when Sanchez shows up tasking Lorne & Heather to clearing the cottage, you get the feeling nothing good can come from this “job.” Then when Lorne, Heather and Ella arrive at the cottage and Barle’s Keep you know they are skating on a razor’s edge. The Spirit Glass is the best of the Lorne Turner books, not just because of the non-stop action, but the dynamic interactions between the three main characters and the inhabitants of Barle’s Keep. Of course, the paranormal aspects of this story head into dimensions not often if at all explored in the earlier books. I received an Advance Reader Copy of The Spirit Glass from the author through StoryOrigin, and chose to provide my review.
One of the best accidents ever to happen to me was stumbling across Joe Talon’s Lorne Turner series. His latest offering, The Spirit Glass, kept me on the edge of my seat throughout the story. It’s hard to describe this story other than to say Mr. Talon has woven so many dimensions in addition to the paranormal aspect into it that I felt like I was watching a movie. From the outset when Sanchez shows up tasking Lorne & Heather to clearing the cottage, you get the feeling nothing good can come from this “job.” Then when Lorne, Heather and Ella arrive at the cottage and Barle’s Keep you know they are skating on a razor’s edge. The Spirit Glass is the best of the Lorne Turner books, not just because of the non-stop action, but the dynamic interactions between the three main characters and the inhabitants of Barle’s Keep. Of course, the paranormal aspects of this story head into dimensions not often if at all explored in the earlier books. I received an Advance Reader Copy of The Spirit Glass from the author through StoryOrigin, and chose to provide my review.
September 19, 2023
The Spirit Glass, book seven in the Lorne Turner Supernatural Thriller series, is a richly detailed, completely captivating book. When Lorne is asked to clear out the cottage of a recently deceased artist, Pilar Sanchez and her men in black agency neglect to mention that paranormal activity there is high. As Lorne, Heather, his wife, and their good friend and pastor, begin their task, strange happenings begin. From odd changes to Heather’s character to the overwhelming dreams, something is very wrong in Barle’s Keep. And what they will uncover and unleash will require the help of someone Lorne would rather keep hidden away. Talon has crafted an intricate thriller with engaging characters and a fabulous storyline. The ending has me waiting on bated breath for the next book in this must-read series. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
February 13, 2024
Lorne now works for DOPI or dopey as he calls them. They kept him and Heather out of prison over the happenings in Watchet. This being his first assignment from them seems pretty easy. Clean out and pack up the cottage of a reclusive artist who died nearby. The little town of Barle's Keep has a lot of old stories and a deep secret that some have kept hidden for many years. I like how Joe gives the background of the places he writes about. Places that he went to as a child and places that existed in his mind to support some of the lore of the surroundings. I did notice a discrepancy from his last book to this one. However, it did not take anything away from the story. These books can be read alone but I like them in order. I love how he draws the reader into the surroundings and happenings. Makes me feel as though I am like a fly on the wall experiencing everything when him and his characters do
September 14, 2023
Joe Talon has created this series that I absolutely love that is both paranormal/ supernatural and eloquent romance from the man’s point of view. When you read it you will definitely understand the phrase “ men show it, seldom say it”.
Lorne Turner isn’t your typical “aww shucks, just doing my job” kind of soldier. Retired or not. Lorne, his new wife Heather and his best friend Ella (his vicar) have their work cut out for them again trying to fulfill the assignment he’s been given while trying to stay alive and out of trouble.
I won’t give spoilers but, I have to say that this one will have your senses on high alert and your heart rate will get even higher.
Definitely collection worthy.
Lorne Turner isn’t your typical “aww shucks, just doing my job” kind of soldier. Retired or not. Lorne, his new wife Heather and his best friend Ella (his vicar) have their work cut out for them again trying to fulfill the assignment he’s been given while trying to stay alive and out of trouble.
I won’t give spoilers but, I have to say that this one will have your senses on high alert and your heart rate will get even higher.
Definitely collection worthy.
September 22, 2023
Hamlet of evil.
Having read all the other Lorne Turner novels, I must admit I was ever ready to immerse myself in his story yet again! No disappointment from this reader. Joe Talon portrays the normal, and that which is sometimes glimpsed from the corner of your eye in an almost pedestrian manner. Lorne and his 'family' are yet again tasked with finding psychic evidence, and yet again, are drawn into a nightmare world where a small hamlet is found to be
harbouring terrible secrets. With his Special Forces training and his belief in his friends and his hitchhiker, Lorne leads the battle against evil forces.
Fully recommend. I haven't enjoyed a new author so much in a long time.
Having read all the other Lorne Turner novels, I must admit I was ever ready to immerse myself in his story yet again! No disappointment from this reader. Joe Talon portrays the normal, and that which is sometimes glimpsed from the corner of your eye in an almost pedestrian manner. Lorne and his 'family' are yet again tasked with finding psychic evidence, and yet again, are drawn into a nightmare world where a small hamlet is found to be
harbouring terrible secrets. With his Special Forces training and his belief in his friends and his hitchhiker, Lorne leads the battle against evil forces.
Fully recommend. I haven't enjoyed a new author so much in a long time.
August 19, 2024
Fight the demon you know or the one you don't?
Married, part of an organization again, and backed by his best friend, Lorne believes his life has finally reached a semblance of balance, even if he still hasn't decided what to do about the backstabbing entity living in his head. The events in the small town show him the error in his assumptions. Throw in a demon that's inadvertently set free to prey on everyone there, and Lorne finds his world collapsing from beneath his feet.
A thoroughly enjoyable read, showing new facets and unexpected complications in the lives of the main characters that they must find a way to deal with. But topping it all was getting some acreage from Ahmar's POV. Yes!
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Married, part of an organization again, and backed by his best friend, Lorne believes his life has finally reached a semblance of balance, even if he still hasn't decided what to do about the backstabbing entity living in his head. The events in the small town show him the error in his assumptions. Throw in a demon that's inadvertently set free to prey on everyone there, and Lorne finds his world collapsing from beneath his feet.
A thoroughly enjoyable read, showing new facets and unexpected complications in the lives of the main characters that they must find a way to deal with. But topping it all was getting some acreage from Ahmar's POV. Yes!
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
September 15, 2023
This, the latest featuring Lorne Turner and his friends is a nail-biting, roller coaster of a ride. Lorne is sent to pack up an old cottage in a small village. The owner has left paintings and photographs which contain a little extra something that most people can't see. Lornes 'family' go with him for what should be a simple task. What unfolds will have you chewing your fingernails and reading through your fingers, almost afraid to turn the page for fear of what happens next. Creeapy, atmospheric suspensful and occasionally funny, you'll never see fog the same way again. Do they all survive this encounter? You'll have to read it to find out!
September 24, 2023
I really enjoyed this book. I love the setting and the writing is so descriptive I feel like I am right there. I always love paranormal books and in this book, Lorne has a “gift”. He has obligations to the DoPi due to past events, and he is sent to investigate the home of deceased artist, Clarabelle. He is given a box of photos to look at. He has the ability to see ‘spirits’ in the pictures. He, his wife Heather and Ella, a minister of sorts head to the cottage. The townspeople are uninviting. Everything seems wrong. As Lorne and the others start their investigation, all the secrets come out. I received an ARC copy from the author and this is my honest review.
September 16, 2023
Joe Talon never disappoints me with each new Lorne Turner mystery. Lorne is asked to clear a cottage of a dead artist of anything supernatural. Needless to say, he runs into an evil spirit and unknowingly unleashes it on the people of the village. The spirit causes some of the village people their lives. Don't miss reading this story. I recommend reading all the Lorne Turner series. You won't regret it.
November 7, 2024
Excellent book!
This book was so good! It’s full of action with a heavy dose of suspense. Through this series we’ve learned more about Lorne and his personal demons as well as triumphs. He’s going to need some serious help to get through the evil that has permeated a town. Ella and Heather are at his side, but help comes from an unlikely source. I can’t wait to read the next book
This book was so good! It’s full of action with a heavy dose of suspense. Through this series we’ve learned more about Lorne and his personal demons as well as triumphs. He’s going to need some serious help to get through the evil that has permeated a town. Ella and Heather are at his side, but help comes from an unlikely source. I can’t wait to read the next book
January 11, 2025
An excellent story by Joe Talon. Sent by the Department of Paranormal Investigations to a small village to gather some papers from an eccentric lady who had recently died seemed like a simple mission until Lorne Turner arrived and found that a demon had basically taken control of the village. Can Lorne and his small team overcome the will of the demon and complete their task . That is a question of time. Well worth reading.
September 22, 2023
Book 7 in the series and I highly recommend reading all the books that have come before. No author I know can weave a tale as captivating as Joe Talon. The story just gets under your skin as you are drawn into the book with along side the characters and experience. A thoroughly enjoyable spine chilling read.
I received this book as an Advanced Reader's Copy.
I received this book as an Advanced Reader's Copy.
September 23, 2023
I cannot believe that Joe would be able to top the books already in this series but this one was superb.
Combining legend, mystics and religion into one scary story makes this one work.
Having to decide what is best for not only himself, but his bride, his good friend the vicar and his djinn allows us the opportunity to really get to know the main character.
Hoping this series continues.
Combining legend, mystics and religion into one scary story makes this one work.
Having to decide what is best for not only himself, but his bride, his good friend the vicar and his djinn allows us the opportunity to really get to know the main character.
Hoping this series continues.
October 3, 2023
Read in one sitting
Yet another good read. The supernatural events were amazing, I was gripped from the start. Spoiler alert, so pleased Lorne and Ahmar have found trust again. The story is fast paced and keeps you wanting to turn the pages. Cannot wait for the next instalment.
Yet another good read. The supernatural events were amazing, I was gripped from the start. Spoiler alert, so pleased Lorne and Ahmar have found trust again. The story is fast paced and keeps you wanting to turn the pages. Cannot wait for the next instalment.
September 22, 2023
Super creepy and terrifying! I LOVED IT! This case tested all of them in unimaginable ways. I don’t know how Lorne, Ella, and Heather can do the stuff they do…but if they didn’t, who would? I love reading this series! Joe Talon is a masterful storyteller.
April 12, 2025
Brilliant
Another fantastic adventure for Lorne, Heather and Ella. Bitco confused with the name change from Caroline to Irene from the previous book but overall another good book by Joe. Bittersweet that I'm going onto the lasy Lorne Turner book
Another fantastic adventure for Lorne, Heather and Ella. Bitco confused with the name change from Caroline to Irene from the previous book but overall another good book by Joe. Bittersweet that I'm going onto the lasy Lorne Turner book
November 16, 2025
The series just gets better and better
I loved reading this book in the series. It was spell binding. I would recommend it to anyone who just loves it when the good guys win. I'm away to buy the next in the series. Thanks Joe Talon x
I loved reading this book in the series. It was spell binding. I would recommend it to anyone who just loves it when the good guys win. I'm away to buy the next in the series. Thanks Joe Talon x
September 10, 2023
Oh my, what a story. I read most in one sitting but I held on to the ending to savor.
I love this series, highly recommend.
I hope there are many more to come
I love this series, highly recommend.
I hope there are many more to come
September 24, 2023
Wow
Really intense occult mystery. Joe Talon does a brilliant job of bringing all the characters to life and ramps up the tension. Definitely a can't-put-it-down book!
Really intense occult mystery. Joe Talon does a brilliant job of bringing all the characters to life and ramps up the tension. Definitely a can't-put-it-down book!
September 13, 2024
Brilliant read
Another excellent book. The characters are brought to life so clearly. Their lives intertwining and changing. On to the next adventure.
Another excellent book. The characters are brought to life so clearly. Their lives intertwining and changing. On to the next adventure.
July 17, 2025
thrilling
I have been reading this series since the first book came out and it is always interesting and I think it’s actually getting better as time goes on
I have been reading this series since the first book came out and it is always interesting and I think it’s actually getting better as time goes on
January 7, 2026
great
I loved this book only one more to go in this series I really don’t want it to end recommend
I loved this book only one more to go in this series I really don’t want it to end recommend
December 30, 2023
Inside Everything You Know Is Something You Don't
The task of sorting out a dead woman's cottage is not going to be the tedious, boring work Lorne Turner was expecting. Not at all. That's bad news for him and the rest of the team, and very bad news for the village of Barle’s Keep.
This is the seventh book in the Lorne Turner series, but only my first. I like how details of the characters’ backstories were skillfully filled in as I read, in a way that didn't detract from the plot’s momentum. The action becomes explosive as more of the dead woman's secrets are revealed, and what an ending! No cliffhanger, but it is a series.
I like the central characters. Lorne, his wife, and the others make quite a team, despite their reluctance to work for the shadowy DoPI agency. That Lorne calls it “Dopey" to annoy the unpleasant Pilar Sanchez, the agency director, made me laugh. I like that about him and I don't like Sanchez at all. She makes their job more dangerous, in my opinion.
Joe Talon is more than a super-cool name for an author. His writing on paranormal topics is well-informed with knowledgeable details. His plot is grounded in an authenticity that elevates the unwinding story to the very pinnacle of terror.
Thank you to the author, Mirador Publishing, and Story Origin for my free advance reader's copy of The Spirit Glass. I read what I like and my opinions are under obligation to no one, despite their gift. This book is a scary, entertaining read!
The task of sorting out a dead woman's cottage is not going to be the tedious, boring work Lorne Turner was expecting. Not at all. That's bad news for him and the rest of the team, and very bad news for the village of Barle’s Keep.
This is the seventh book in the Lorne Turner series, but only my first. I like how details of the characters’ backstories were skillfully filled in as I read, in a way that didn't detract from the plot’s momentum. The action becomes explosive as more of the dead woman's secrets are revealed, and what an ending! No cliffhanger, but it is a series.
I like the central characters. Lorne, his wife, and the others make quite a team, despite their reluctance to work for the shadowy DoPI agency. That Lorne calls it “Dopey" to annoy the unpleasant Pilar Sanchez, the agency director, made me laugh. I like that about him and I don't like Sanchez at all. She makes their job more dangerous, in my opinion.
Joe Talon is more than a super-cool name for an author. His writing on paranormal topics is well-informed with knowledgeable details. His plot is grounded in an authenticity that elevates the unwinding story to the very pinnacle of terror.
Thank you to the author, Mirador Publishing, and Story Origin for my free advance reader's copy of The Spirit Glass. I read what I like and my opinions are under obligation to no one, despite their gift. This book is a scary, entertaining read!
September 22, 2023
Holy cow! What a tale! As usual with Joe Talon stories, this one grabbed me and left me breathless at times. I am so invested in the characters of Lorne, Heather and Ella that I was concerned at some points in the story! Not to give any bits away, you will just have to judge for yourselves! Pick up the first in the series and then read the rest of the title - they are all super reads, and you too will want to visit Exmoor even if it does sometimes get a little creepy. The characters are all well drawn and the action is perfectly paced and plotted.
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