Darkling Cloud: Part 1

by Amanda Leanne

Caleb’s life was simple, middle of the lane. He wasn't dirt poor, but he was living paycheck to paycheck, working a minimum wage job and eeking by in his life in the southern Appalachian mountains.

Then there was the day of the accident and his introduction to the feline that would change his entire life, for better and worse. Caleb begins to question his sanity as well as his luck, but soon begins to wonder exactly what kind of monkey's paw situation has he found himself in?

Darkling Cloud was just a cat…right? And if she wasn't, then what was she and how scared should Caleb be? All he knew was that the bodies were piling up, and as his reality began to disintegrate, Caleb was no longer sure he wanted to know the truth.

Genres: Horror

230 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 1, 2025

About the author

Amanda Leanne began reading at a very young age and has been writing since grade school. She is a prolific reader, book collector, and writer with an interest in all aspects of art including sewing, painting, sculpting, jewelry design, soapmaking, and various other hobbies. After spending nearly a decade working on her degrees in forensic sciences, abnormal behavioral science, and neurological psychology with the prospect of joining the FBI ViCAP unit, Amanda's health took a turn for the worse. Daily struggles with her medical issues hasn't stopped her from pursuing her childhood aspirations to become an author. She currently lives with her spouse (Kris), her son, and their menagerie in the mountains of Northern Alabama. Leanne writes non-fiction books as well as fictional novels. Her non-fiction books delve into topics such as medical conditions, true crime, lifestyles, and crafting. Her fictional stories delve into mystery, thrillers, eerie tales, science fiction, and paranormal worlds.

Reviews

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lately I've been searching for books that will keep me up at night and haven't been having much success. I read this book hoping it would give me nightmares, but instead it gave me so much more. Don't get me wrong its definitely spooky, but it kept me engaged and constantly debating motives and possibilities. I also love the Appalachia/cherokee lore vibes, and it really scratched an itch i didnt even know I had. I will certainly be pre orderering the sequel and would highly recommend this book!