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A Monstrous Dread #2
Troubled Spirits
Jillian barely escaped Forsaken Harbor, Alaska, in one piece. Now, she finds herself in rural Wyoming, settling into a hundred-year-old house filled with musty old furniture and an antique doll for a roommate. Surrounding her in all directions are acres of hay, desolate prairie, and a cornfield long overdue for harvesting…and overseen by a decrepit scarecrow. It’s the perfect setting for a spooky Halloween, until strange and terrifying episodes begin to happen.
What has she stumbled upon in the Wind River Range? What happened here generations ago that resonates so powerfully in the region and compels the residents to behave in bizarre and alarming ways?
Should she leave now while there’s still time? Or stick it out and learn more about the dangerous and mystical supernatural world that upended her life a year ago?
Jillian Beaufort is not quitter. You can bet your last bottle of Sam Adams she’ll find some answers…or die trying.
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Jackson, no longer a prisoner of the Rosalind Project, but rather a willing ally, joins forces with Dr. Walter Richter and his beautiful and brilliant daughter, Dr. Stacey Richter. Utilizing resources Jillian can only dream about, Jackson and his new partners embark on a quest to identify monsters and unmask demons. The scientists want to study them, but Jackson has different plans.
He has been grappling with monsters far longer than anyone else, and he knows one truth better than The only good monster is a dead monster.
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Troubled Spirits, Book Two in A Monstrous Dread series, is a white-knuckled thrill ride that will take you deeper into the terrifying world of Jillian and Jackson Beaufort. Don’t get left behind!
What has she stumbled upon in the Wind River Range? What happened here generations ago that resonates so powerfully in the region and compels the residents to behave in bizarre and alarming ways?
Should she leave now while there’s still time? Or stick it out and learn more about the dangerous and mystical supernatural world that upended her life a year ago?
Jillian Beaufort is not quitter. You can bet your last bottle of Sam Adams she’ll find some answers…or die trying.
******
Jackson, no longer a prisoner of the Rosalind Project, but rather a willing ally, joins forces with Dr. Walter Richter and his beautiful and brilliant daughter, Dr. Stacey Richter. Utilizing resources Jillian can only dream about, Jackson and his new partners embark on a quest to identify monsters and unmask demons. The scientists want to study them, but Jackson has different plans.
He has been grappling with monsters far longer than anyone else, and he knows one truth better than The only good monster is a dead monster.
******
Troubled Spirits, Book Two in A Monstrous Dread series, is a white-knuckled thrill ride that will take you deeper into the terrifying world of Jillian and Jackson Beaufort. Don’t get left behind!
278 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 5, 2023
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About the author
Nicki Huntsman Smith
30 books77 followersI love books.
Everything I've learned about writing has grown from my love of reading. I began my writing career at the tender age of seven, when I wrote a play for my third-grade class. It was not an assignment; I did it because I discovered I loved creative writing as much as I loved reading. I received a children's typewriter the next year, and countless short stories followed.
I wrote some awful poetry during my teen years, then some not-so-awful short stories over the next two decades. I became serious about writing books ten years ago. The timing felt right, and I created the world-altering habit of writing every day.
My first published novel, Secrets Under the Mesa, began as a short story. I decided it had some legs and went with it. The inspiration for The Troop of Shadows Chronicles emerged from two directions: my love of post-apocalyptic fiction and a recent interest in disaster preparedness.
Stephen King says, "Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work."
The hard work is worth it. I hope you enjoy my novels. I wrote them for fellow book lovers just like you.
I live in the suburbs of Dallas, Texas, with my husband and three spoiled rotten rescue dogs.
Everything I've learned about writing has grown from my love of reading. I began my writing career at the tender age of seven, when I wrote a play for my third-grade class. It was not an assignment; I did it because I discovered I loved creative writing as much as I loved reading. I received a children's typewriter the next year, and countless short stories followed.
I wrote some awful poetry during my teen years, then some not-so-awful short stories over the next two decades. I became serious about writing books ten years ago. The timing felt right, and I created the world-altering habit of writing every day.
My first published novel, Secrets Under the Mesa, began as a short story. I decided it had some legs and went with it. The inspiration for The Troop of Shadows Chronicles emerged from two directions: my love of post-apocalyptic fiction and a recent interest in disaster preparedness.
Stephen King says, "Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work."
The hard work is worth it. I hope you enjoy my novels. I wrote them for fellow book lovers just like you.
I live in the suburbs of Dallas, Texas, with my husband and three spoiled rotten rescue dogs.
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June 25, 2023
TROUBLED SPIRITS, the newest installment in the Monstrous Dread series, had the same effect on me as the first book in the series: it left me craving more! Protagonist Jillian gets even more compelling, and I enjoyed the further glimpses into her brother Jackson's life and talents. The plot and subplots are woven together masterfully into a page-turning, nail-biting journey. The paranormal aspects are incredibly well-drawn and believable. I truly felt transported into Jillian's world. I highly recommend this series and eagerly await book 3!
July 8, 2023
Ramping up!!
She got my attention with Troop of Shadows, the best doomsday series I've ever read. Now Nicki Huntsman Smith as enthralled me with her current series, A Monstrous Dread. Witches, demons and monsters? My favorite genre.
Jackson and Jillian Beaufort are bad-ass twins, taking out the monsters, evil spirits and plan ol bad juju, with their competent bad-assery. Huntsman Smiths use of witty repertoire, sarcasm and dry humor will leave you laughing out loud whilst gripping the edge of your seat in fear and anticipation.
Read these books. You'll be so glad you did.
She got my attention with Troop of Shadows, the best doomsday series I've ever read. Now Nicki Huntsman Smith as enthralled me with her current series, A Monstrous Dread. Witches, demons and monsters? My favorite genre.
Jackson and Jillian Beaufort are bad-ass twins, taking out the monsters, evil spirits and plan ol bad juju, with their competent bad-assery. Huntsman Smiths use of witty repertoire, sarcasm and dry humor will leave you laughing out loud whilst gripping the edge of your seat in fear and anticipation.
Read these books. You'll be so glad you did.
July 17, 2023
I think this one is my favorite - so far
There are several authors I try to read everything they have written. However, there aren’t that many. I read for entertainment mostly now, and Nicki’s books always keep me entertained. Many times that entertainment is at the expense of other things that might be deemed more important by others in my immediate circle. Not citing any names.
Keep on cranking them out Nicki - Cathy says HI!
There are several authors I try to read everything they have written. However, there aren’t that many. I read for entertainment mostly now, and Nicki’s books always keep me entertained. Many times that entertainment is at the expense of other things that might be deemed more important by others in my immediate circle. Not citing any names.
Keep on cranking them out Nicki - Cathy says HI!
June 21, 2023
I'm not a fan of book series, but this series has me looking forward to the next one!
I really liked the books! The story flows smoothly, the premise of the supernatural worlds inhabitants was believable and intriguing, not too far out there. I will definitely get the next book in this series.
I really liked the books! The story flows smoothly, the premise of the supernatural worlds inhabitants was believable and intriguing, not too far out there. I will definitely get the next book in this series.
September 5, 2023
Another Wonderful Book
Really am enjoying this series and happy there was an excerpt from the next book(happy book three exists). I know eventually all things will come together and I for one shall read till the end. There's a whole lot of things working behind the scenes that keeps my interest. Not to mention I love the characters!. Keep em' coming😁
Really am enjoying this series and happy there was an excerpt from the next book(happy book three exists). I know eventually all things will come together and I for one shall read till the end. There's a whole lot of things working behind the scenes that keeps my interest. Not to mention I love the characters!. Keep em' coming😁
September 7, 2023
Yet another great book by Nicki Huntsman Smith
I'm really enjoying this book series. Not only is it a supernatural tale with interesting characters, but it is funny at times as well. I can't wait to dive into the next one!
I'm really enjoying this book series. Not only is it a supernatural tale with interesting characters, but it is funny at times as well. I can't wait to dive into the next one!
May 28, 2024
Wow! Just wow!
This book came across my Facebook feed. It had great reviews. I've read two now. They are so well written and the stories to me are riveting. Check out this author, you won't be disappointed!
This book came across my Facebook feed. It had great reviews. I've read two now. They are so well written and the stories to me are riveting. Check out this author, you won't be disappointed!
August 16, 2023
Loved it
Kept me enthralled.. thanks for the good read. Looking forward to the next one. Hope to find it soon.. thanks
Kept me enthralled.. thanks for the good read. Looking forward to the next one. Hope to find it soon.. thanks
September 11, 2023
3.50 stars
I enjoyed this duet, it came along when I was in the mood for something with ghosts or spirits. That it was on audio was a big bonus.
I enjoyed this duet, it came along when I was in the mood for something with ghosts or spirits. That it was on audio was a big bonus.
December 13, 2023
Good
I have enjoyed both books. It' late so I'm not in the mood to wax poetic. Nuff to say, you'll like it
I have enjoyed both books. It' late so I'm not in the mood to wax poetic. Nuff to say, you'll like it
January 1, 2024
Great book and easy enticing read. Lots of action right from the beginning. Can’t wait for the third book.
September 12, 2025
Obviously I kept reading the series. And I've already started the book three. 👻
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