What do you think?
Rate this book
Shadow Watchers: A horror novel
The Shadow of all Evil is about to eclipse the world.Just one person stands in its way…When Diane Cockerton disappeared in the summer of ‘05, she escaped the grips of a terror which had haunted her from childhood. She also left behind everything and everyone she’s ever loved.
Now, six years later, she finds herself drawn into a game with no rules and no guarantees—and no one left to trust.
Forced to confront the ultimate shadow of evil, and with no guarantee of survival, Diane’s past and present are about to collide in a game of demonic cat-and-mouse where winner takes all.
Can she escape the Darkness that stalks her, or will the secrets of the past be her final undoing?
Grab your copy today and find out!
If you enjoy smart, immersive and pulse-pounding gothic thrillers, you'll love this edge-of-your-seat climax to the New Apocrypha trilogy from two-time American Fiction Awards winning author, A.G. Mock.
SHADOW WATCHERS is the white-knuckle climax to the Gothic Horror series!
Now, six years later, she finds herself drawn into a game with no rules and no guarantees—and no one left to trust.
Forced to confront the ultimate shadow of evil, and with no guarantee of survival, Diane’s past and present are about to collide in a game of demonic cat-and-mouse where winner takes all.
Can she escape the Darkness that stalks her, or will the secrets of the past be her final undoing?
Grab your copy today and find out!
If you enjoy smart, immersive and pulse-pounding gothic thrillers, you'll love this edge-of-your-seat climax to the New Apocrypha trilogy from two-time American Fiction Awards winning author, A.G. Mock.
SHADOW WATCHERS is the white-knuckle climax to the Gothic Horror series!
- GenresHorror
321 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 31, 2023
182 people are currently reading
355 people want to read
About the author
A.G. Mock
6 books322 followersA.G. MOCK is an award-winning writer whose multi-decade career spans both the UK and the US. He currently lives in rural South Carolina with his incredibly patient wife, two peculiarly challenging but adorable rescue dogs, and a harmless ghost who likes to make himself known with a distinctive scent of tobacco and warm leather. His wife and dogs he treasures wildly; the ghost he can take or leave.
The 'Little Woods' is Book One in the New Apocrypha series and is his debut novel.
'Disciple' is Book Two in the New Apocrypha series and now available everywhere!
The 'Little Woods' is Book One in the New Apocrypha series and is his debut novel.
'Disciple' is Book Two in the New Apocrypha series and now available everywhere!
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 70 reviews
November 5, 2023
After loving the first two books, I could not wait for this. Well let me cut it short and say this final installment is pretty disappointing.
Unlike The Disciple, the research done to further expand on Azazel was done sloppily. Moreover, not only is the ending about as climactic as watching paint dry, but it has so many holes in it that I can't think of anyone of sound mind who will read it and think "Sure, this seems like a cogent and satisfying nullification of a chief Grigori, fallen angel, and to some apocrypha, the corporeal embodiment of all the evil of man."
Don't get me wrong, this is still worth the read, and about 70% of the book is quite good; however, as with many books of this nature, the author decided to forego the actual written history of this entity and instead created a nonsensical finale that just does not work whatsoever.
Unlike The Disciple, the research done to further expand on Azazel was done sloppily. Moreover, not only is the ending about as climactic as watching paint dry, but it has so many holes in it that I can't think of anyone of sound mind who will read it and think "Sure, this seems like a cogent and satisfying nullification of a chief Grigori, fallen angel, and to some apocrypha, the corporeal embodiment of all the evil of man."
Don't get me wrong, this is still worth the read, and about 70% of the book is quite good; however, as with many books of this nature, the author decided to forego the actual written history of this entity and instead created a nonsensical finale that just does not work whatsoever.
May 7, 2024
Waste of time
I read all 3 of the books in this series, in spite of finding that the writer basically copies and pastes entire sections into subsequent chapters where a memory would be. It makes for an extremely repetitive reading experience. The books aren't exceptionally well written anyway, and the characters story arcs feel disjointed. I was interested in the overall plot, but it just wasn't worth the effort for the absolutely miserable and anticlimactic ending. It felt like an immature teenage boy preoccupied with his sexual fantasies wrote the last few chapters, and it didn't sync with the rest of the storyline at all. This had potential, but save yourself the time. I was incredibly disappointed.
I read all 3 of the books in this series, in spite of finding that the writer basically copies and pastes entire sections into subsequent chapters where a memory would be. It makes for an extremely repetitive reading experience. The books aren't exceptionally well written anyway, and the characters story arcs feel disjointed. I was interested in the overall plot, but it just wasn't worth the effort for the absolutely miserable and anticlimactic ending. It felt like an immature teenage boy preoccupied with his sexual fantasies wrote the last few chapters, and it didn't sync with the rest of the storyline at all. This had potential, but save yourself the time. I was incredibly disappointed.
November 23, 2025
Loved this book in the Trilogy of three!
Deeply immersive, terror and horrifying as the pieces fall together bringing it from The Little Woods to here!!
Gripping and chilling me to the bone, my soul trembled in fear but was riveted in every page, and could not stop reading!
Bold and brilliant, simply Put. One of the best books I’ve read and The best series!
Mock gives you what you need! Every emotion, as every character pulls you in, tightly.
Compelling, as the darkness plunges you into its depths!
Deeply immersive, terror and horrifying as the pieces fall together bringing it from The Little Woods to here!!
Gripping and chilling me to the bone, my soul trembled in fear but was riveted in every page, and could not stop reading!
Bold and brilliant, simply Put. One of the best books I’ve read and The best series!
Mock gives you what you need! Every emotion, as every character pulls you in, tightly.
Compelling, as the darkness plunges you into its depths!
November 11, 2023
Shadow Watchers is a head-first dive into a spiritual abyss. A heart-wrenching page-turner that I couldn’t put down. Well played Mr. Mock! A fitting end to an amazing trilogy!
November 10, 2023
Oh, what a tangled web A.G Mock weaves. Shadow Watchers takes us to the finale of the New Apocrypha Trilogy and it doesn't disappoint. Mr. Mock wrings every drop from his characters and us, his willing Disciples. Take a trip to the Little Woods with him....if you dare.
September 23, 2024
Terrible ending
I really enjoyed the series until this last book. The ending was odd and unsatisfying. It’s an ok read but not something I would recommend because of the terrible way it ended.
I really enjoyed the series until this last book. The ending was odd and unsatisfying. It’s an ok read but not something I would recommend because of the terrible way it ended.
June 18, 2025
Terrrible ending
I have a thing where I can't dnf books no matter how bad they are. But, I've regretted wasting my time on this the most. The first book was great, then they just went downhill from there.
I have a thing where I can't dnf books no matter how bad they are. But, I've regretted wasting my time on this the most. The first book was great, then they just went downhill from there.
July 20, 2025
A perfect ending to this trilogy. So much heartache along the way but Diane is strong and one heck of a main character in these tales. Occult horror is new to me and I think A.G Mock did such a wonderful job bringing everything to light and the amount of detail captured in every single page. It is uniquely written with past and present and number sections throughout. LOVE! highly recommend this trilogy as a whole.
November 7, 2023
This book is the perfect conclusion to my new favorite series from my new favorite author. Mock’s impeccable storytelling left its mark on each page. The immersive experience created from text on paper made it almost impossible to wait for the release of each addition to the series, I had to reread them before the new ones came out!
November 8, 2023
Just finished Shadow Watchers and was absolutely hooked! A couple late nights reading this one! Enjoyed The Apocrypha trilogy and will definitely be rereading this series!
December 28, 2023
A bitter sweet ending to the New Apocrypha trilogy. Diane and Simon's final duel didn't disappoint. It was fuel driven, scorching fast, and transported right into the beast's belly. Scary as hell at times, too. The ending was a little anti-climatic, but overall a very satisfying resolution. Looking forward to the future nightmares Mock injects into my mind.
September 13, 2025
This was an abysmal ending to what was a very promising trilogy. Most of this book is made out of paragraphs from the previous books and in the remaining space he just improvised. It's like the author lost interest in the storyline and character archs and decided to just hastily to wrap up the story. Such a disappointment!
November 10, 2023
Terrifying, Shocking, and a Gothic Novel Brilliantly written!
Brace yourself for a terrifying, supernatural, dark religious story written by the master of horror A.G. Mock.
A.G. Mock masterfully created the ultimate final battle between good vs evil, light vs dark as well as hate and pain vs love and protection.
This has been the best and most powerful horror reading journey I’ve ever been on.
Shadow Watchers is the final book of the New Apocrypha Trilogy. From beginning to end, the story is phenomenal and unpredictable with exceptional characters.
Page after page the story will keep you guessing with new twists and unexpected, sometimes horrifying, turns.
The New Apocrypha Trilogy started with THE LITTLE WOODS where the story begins by blending Fiction and Non-Fiction throughout what seems like a normal ‘coming of age’ story. Quickly events turn dark and disturbing among childhood friends. Then DISCIPLE, book two of the trilogy, takes the reader into the depths of a hell. SHADOW WATCHERS brings the Apocrypha Trilogy to an incredible, heart thumping, and shocking end.
Brace yourself for a terrifying, supernatural, dark religious story written by the master of horror A.G. Mock.
A.G. Mock masterfully created the ultimate final battle between good vs evil, light vs dark as well as hate and pain vs love and protection.
This has been the best and most powerful horror reading journey I’ve ever been on.
Shadow Watchers is the final book of the New Apocrypha Trilogy. From beginning to end, the story is phenomenal and unpredictable with exceptional characters.
Page after page the story will keep you guessing with new twists and unexpected, sometimes horrifying, turns.
The New Apocrypha Trilogy started with THE LITTLE WOODS where the story begins by blending Fiction and Non-Fiction throughout what seems like a normal ‘coming of age’ story. Quickly events turn dark and disturbing among childhood friends. Then DISCIPLE, book two of the trilogy, takes the reader into the depths of a hell. SHADOW WATCHERS brings the Apocrypha Trilogy to an incredible, heart thumping, and shocking end.
September 20, 2024
I refuse to believe over half of these reviews are legit.
May 14, 2025
“Shadow Watchers” by A.G. Mock is a gripping, intense, and downright chilling installment in A.G. Mock’s occult thriller series. As the third book it lives up to the high bar set by its predecessors, and it pushes the stakes even further, diving deeper into the dark forces at play and the personal toll they take on the characters.
Mock masterfully blends supernatural terror with psychological suspense, keeping the tension tight from start to finish. The atmosphere is heavy with dread, and the occult elements are both fascinating and frightening, creating a sense of realism that makes the horror hit even harder.
If you’ve read the first two books, this is an absolute must-read. And if you're a fan of well-crafted thrillers with a paranormal edge, I can’t recommend this series enough.
Mock masterfully blends supernatural terror with psychological suspense, keeping the tension tight from start to finish. The atmosphere is heavy with dread, and the occult elements are both fascinating and frightening, creating a sense of realism that makes the horror hit even harder.
If you’ve read the first two books, this is an absolute must-read. And if you're a fan of well-crafted thrillers with a paranormal edge, I can’t recommend this series enough.
October 1, 2025
Really enjoyed the first book of the series and liked the second. So, I was curious as to what the 3rd installment would bring.
What it brought was a convoluted, anticlimactic mess. This book is ALL over the place. I still don’t understand why certain chapters are even in the book.
The story is a novelization equivalent of epilepsy. It just jumps in 20 different directions. Throws a twist at you that you will see coming a mile away and introduces characters at the last minute that will make you wonder where these people were all along.
There is reason why it took me 8 weeks to get through this. Because, I kept putting it down. Unfortunately, my book ADD insisted that I finish it. The only good thing about the ending is that it’s over.
What it brought was a convoluted, anticlimactic mess. This book is ALL over the place. I still don’t understand why certain chapters are even in the book.
The story is a novelization equivalent of epilepsy. It just jumps in 20 different directions. Throws a twist at you that you will see coming a mile away and introduces characters at the last minute that will make you wonder where these people were all along.
There is reason why it took me 8 weeks to get through this. Because, I kept putting it down. Unfortunately, my book ADD insisted that I finish it. The only good thing about the ending is that it’s over.
November 9, 2023
Chilling, captivating, riveting!!! An edge of your seat thriller. You descend into The Little Woods and question your own sanity all the way through Shadow Watchers. Are you afraid of the woods and the shadows, if not you SHOULD be. Spine tingling and a gut wrenching spiral of twists and turns Will you make it out the other side? If so you'll be questioning life after. Even as this trilogy comes to an end you'll be thirsting for more!!! This is what nightmares are made of. Mock's ability to reel you in from the first page and hook you to the last is remarkable.
November 11, 2023
The chills started from A.G.'s note in the beginning! Each layer being peeled back through this conclusion rivaled the depths of Hell, bringing the trilogy to an impossibly full circle I couldn't wait to finish! The Little Woods pulled at my emotions, Disciple tore them apart, and Shadow Watchers brought a decades-long battle with Light and Dark into my mind and soul. I couldn't sit still, always looking over my shoulder while reading, just tearing through pages until the book was finished. I will be re-reading these books for as long as I can!
November 17, 2023
I just finished this third and final book in the series and oh my god I can’t find enough positive things to say about it. The way the characters are developed to where you feel like you really know them, to the twists and turns throughout. This is what I’ve been missing in the horror genre. This is a no B.S. approach to fear that doesn’t rely on inferences or metaphor to scare you. It is flat out just a scary story told perfectly by a true fan of the genre. Can’t wait to read more by this author!
November 7, 2023
Shadow Watchers is a stunning showcase of Mock’s skillful writing, which creates a dark and eerie mood that will haunt you long after you finish reading. The book is also a testament to Mock’s ability to craft complex and realistic characters. Shadow Watchers will keep you hooked from the first page to the last! If you are looking for a book that will challenge your mind and stir your soul, look no further!
May 9, 2024
I had almost entirely forgotten the other two books until I began reading and recognizing the names of the characters. Now, while the writing is mesmerizing and the the aura spooky, I found it confusing as hell and couldn't follow. Especially the scene with Magdalena in her foyer. Was it a premonition? A memory? Was it currently happening? And don't even get me started on the Karina and Diane thing....I guess I just didn't see it...All in all I enjoyed the read, but I'm still shaking my head.
December 5, 2023
Really enjoyed this book. Great way to end the trilogy. A.G. Mock is a masterful storyteller who's writing style is not only enjoyable to read, but takes you on an epic journey, full of terror, twists and turns! This book is a must read for all horror fans! A part of me is sad that I'm finished reading it, but I look forward to his upcoming books due out next year!
January 10, 2024
I have read all three books in the New Apocrypha series by AG mock. I am an avid reader of a different author and usually do not venture from his writings. I am so glad I decided to read this trilogy. I thought it was well written and I enjoyed it. I would definitely read more from this author. If you're looking for a good read, check these books out.
October 10, 2024
Brilliant
Sadly the end to a fantastic series. I’ve enjoyed every minute of each book and it’s a shame that it’s over now. I have never read any of A. G. Mock’s books before but I’m so glad I purchased The Little Woods and was even happier when I realised this was a series. More A. G. Mock for me now.
Sadly the end to a fantastic series. I’ve enjoyed every minute of each book and it’s a shame that it’s over now. I have never read any of A. G. Mock’s books before but I’m so glad I purchased The Little Woods and was even happier when I realised this was a series. More A. G. Mock for me now.
October 19, 2024
The first book in the series was definitely the best. This was still a fun listen, I was just a bit disappointed in the ending. It doesn't make sense to me how such a powerful demon just gets arrested, and goes to a mental institution, and we just expect it's now powerless and can just be held there.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 14, 2024
Fantastic series
I didn’t write a review for every book in the series so I am writing one now for all 3 books. This was the best occult horror I’ve ever read and would very much like to see A. G. Mock write more of because these were written with so much suspense that you don’t want to quit reading until the end!
I didn’t write a review for every book in the series so I am writing one now for all 3 books. This was the best occult horror I’ve ever read and would very much like to see A. G. Mock write more of because these were written with so much suspense that you don’t want to quit reading until the end!
June 8, 2025
Really enjoyed the first two books in this series. This last one didn’t suck me in as much. My biggest issue was that there were too many characters who were revealed to actually be someone else- I couldn’t keep track. Promising author though- the first two books in the series really delivered, and I’d try more by him.
November 5, 2023
Wow what a page tuner!!!! Definitely kept me on the edge! Gave me chills knowing the places in the book are real! patiently waiting for Mr. Mock next book. Sad that the New Apocrypha has come to an end. Now patiently waiting for AG Mock’s next book.
November 7, 2023
Wow..I am legitimately scared truly scared of the dark again...and sad this trilogy is concluded. If you haven't read Little Woods..get busy because you have quite a thrilling and complex ride ahead...keep a light nearby....
Displaying 1 - 30 of 70 reviews