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Code Blue
When the night shift begins, so does the nightmare…
Former Army medic and PTSD survivor Ariel Arcardo thought she’d faced her worst demons. But on an ordinary night in the Hospital, the unthinkable happens—a code blue unlike any other erupts when a legion of otherworldly monsters are unleashed inside the hospital’s walls. Hallways twist into labyrinths of shadow and blood. Colleagues vanish. Patients transform. The hospital—her sanctuary—has become a living nightmare.
To escape, Ariel must claw her way through nine harrowing floors, each one ruled by a different hellish terror. As she battles with both her inner ghosts and demonic horrors, Ariel soon The demons aren’t only after her body—they want her very soul.
With time running out and her past threatening to consume her, Ariel must summon her courage, draw from the skills forged in war, and confront the darkness within before the demons close in around her forever.
"Code Blue” is a relentless, adrenaline-soaked journey through horror and hope—a must-read for fans of supernatural thrillers, hospital horrors, and tales of redemption.
Will Ariel survive the night?
Or will the demons claim her… just like all the rest?
Grab your copy and battle through the halls of hell today.
Former Army medic and PTSD survivor Ariel Arcardo thought she’d faced her worst demons. But on an ordinary night in the Hospital, the unthinkable happens—a code blue unlike any other erupts when a legion of otherworldly monsters are unleashed inside the hospital’s walls. Hallways twist into labyrinths of shadow and blood. Colleagues vanish. Patients transform. The hospital—her sanctuary—has become a living nightmare.
To escape, Ariel must claw her way through nine harrowing floors, each one ruled by a different hellish terror. As she battles with both her inner ghosts and demonic horrors, Ariel soon The demons aren’t only after her body—they want her very soul.
With time running out and her past threatening to consume her, Ariel must summon her courage, draw from the skills forged in war, and confront the darkness within before the demons close in around her forever.
"Code Blue” is a relentless, adrenaline-soaked journey through horror and hope—a must-read for fans of supernatural thrillers, hospital horrors, and tales of redemption.
Will Ariel survive the night?
Or will the demons claim her… just like all the rest?
Grab your copy and battle through the halls of hell today.
94 pages, Paperback
Published June 19, 2025
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July 18, 2025
This book is a wild, chilling ride through chaos, fear, and survival. Code Blue by Joe Boi throws you straight into a hospital where everything you thought was safe turns into a living nightmare. The main character, Ariel Arcardo, isn’t just fighting monsters—she’s facing every shadow she’s ever carried from her past. What begins as a normal night shift explodes into a surreal fight for life as the hospital turns into a trap filled with shape-shifting demons, blood-soaked halls, and a growing sense that no one is coming to save you.
What makes this book stand out is how it blends supernatural horror with real human trauma. Ariel isn’t a superhero—she’s a former Army medic still haunted by PTSD, and that makes her fight feel raw and real. Each floor of the hospital presents a new nightmare, not just outside but inside her mind as well. It’s fast-paced, intense, and doesn’t let you catch your breath. The writing pulls you in with its gritty visuals and emotional depth, giving you action one moment and a gut-punch of vulnerability the next.
By the end, Code Blue becomes more than just a horror story—it’s about finding the strength to keep going even when your world has turned upside down. Joe Boi doesn’t just deliver monsters; he delivers meaning. If you like your thrillers with heart, terror, and a strong lead who refuses to quit, this one’s worth the ride. Just don’t read it alone at night.
What makes this book stand out is how it blends supernatural horror with real human trauma. Ariel isn’t a superhero—she’s a former Army medic still haunted by PTSD, and that makes her fight feel raw and real. Each floor of the hospital presents a new nightmare, not just outside but inside her mind as well. It’s fast-paced, intense, and doesn’t let you catch your breath. The writing pulls you in with its gritty visuals and emotional depth, giving you action one moment and a gut-punch of vulnerability the next.
By the end, Code Blue becomes more than just a horror story—it’s about finding the strength to keep going even when your world has turned upside down. Joe Boi doesn’t just deliver monsters; he delivers meaning. If you like your thrillers with heart, terror, and a strong lead who refuses to quit, this one’s worth the ride. Just don’t read it alone at night.
July 30, 2025
Joe Boi brings a unique voice to horror fiction with Code Blue, a novel that blends psychological trauma with supernatural dread in a way that feels both terrifying and meaningful. This is not your typical jump-scare story—it digs deeper, exploring the emotional and mental toll of war, survival, and grief through a protagonist who feels painfully real.
Ariel Arcardo isn’t just fighting monsters; she’s battling her own fractured mind. A former Army medic with PTSD, her journey through the nine haunted hospital floors feels like descending into the core of her subconscious. The setting—a once-safe space turned hellish—adds an eerie intimacy to the terror. Every twist in the hallway, every vanishing colleague, pushes the line between reality and nightmare.
What’s impressive about Joe Boi’s writing is how he keeps the horror relentless without sacrificing character development. You care about Ariel, not just because she’s in danger, but because she’s been in danger for years—long before this one night. The demons are frightening, yes, but the emotional weight behind them makes the horror personal.
If you enjoy horror that makes you feel as much as it frightens you, Code Blue is worth diving into. It’s a journey through fear, memory, and courage—one that stays with you after the final chapter.
Ariel Arcardo isn’t just fighting monsters; she’s battling her own fractured mind. A former Army medic with PTSD, her journey through the nine haunted hospital floors feels like descending into the core of her subconscious. The setting—a once-safe space turned hellish—adds an eerie intimacy to the terror. Every twist in the hallway, every vanishing colleague, pushes the line between reality and nightmare.
What’s impressive about Joe Boi’s writing is how he keeps the horror relentless without sacrificing character development. You care about Ariel, not just because she’s in danger, but because she’s been in danger for years—long before this one night. The demons are frightening, yes, but the emotional weight behind them makes the horror personal.
If you enjoy horror that makes you feel as much as it frightens you, Code Blue is worth diving into. It’s a journey through fear, memory, and courage—one that stays with you after the final chapter.
October 1, 2025
Code Blue by Joe Boi reads like a high-speed chase through the hidden corners of medicine and human courage. The story pulls you into the life-and-death moments of the hospital world, but what makes it stand out is how real and human the characters feel. They aren’t just doctors and patients on a page—they’re people with fears, doubts, and choices that hit hard. The suspense builds with every chapter, and before you know it, you’re hooked, flipping pages like you’re right there in the emergency room.
What I loved most is how the book balances heart and action. Yes, there’s tension and intensity, but there’s also a strong sense of purpose, of what it means to truly care for others when the odds are stacked against you. It’s the kind of story that makes you appreciate not just the drama of the plot, but the deeper questions about resilience and sacrifice.
This isn’t just another medical thriller. Joe Boi’s writing makes it accessible even if you’ve never set foot in a hospital, while still keeping you on edge the whole way. If you like stories that keep your pulse racing but also leave you thinking after you close the book, Code Blue deserves a spot on your shelf.
What I loved most is how the book balances heart and action. Yes, there’s tension and intensity, but there’s also a strong sense of purpose, of what it means to truly care for others when the odds are stacked against you. It’s the kind of story that makes you appreciate not just the drama of the plot, but the deeper questions about resilience and sacrifice.
This isn’t just another medical thriller. Joe Boi’s writing makes it accessible even if you’ve never set foot in a hospital, while still keeping you on edge the whole way. If you like stories that keep your pulse racing but also leave you thinking after you close the book, Code Blue deserves a spot on your shelf.
July 30, 2025
Code Blue is the kind of book that grabs your face and doesn’t let go until you’ve finished the last page—and maybe not even then. I picked it up thinking it was just another hospital horror, but it’s so much more. From the moment Ariel’s night shift spirals into madness, you’re dragged into a terrifying maze where reality warps, monsters lurk, and the hospital itself turns into a twisted game of survival.
Ariel is a solid lead—tough, real, and completely human. She’s been through war, PTSD, and now literal demons on every floor. What made this story hit different is how Joe Boi mixes supernatural scares with emotional grit. It’s not just about escaping creatures; it’s about confronting what’s already haunting you. Each level of the hospital almost feels symbolic, like Ariel’s fighting her way through layers of pain and memory.
If you’re into dark, fast-paced horror that feels like Silent Hill meets The Exorcist, this book will deliver. It’s gory, intense, and even a little heartbreaking. Definitely not a cozy bedtime read—but a damn good one.
Ariel is a solid lead—tough, real, and completely human. She’s been through war, PTSD, and now literal demons on every floor. What made this story hit different is how Joe Boi mixes supernatural scares with emotional grit. It’s not just about escaping creatures; it’s about confronting what’s already haunting you. Each level of the hospital almost feels symbolic, like Ariel’s fighting her way through layers of pain and memory.
If you’re into dark, fast-paced horror that feels like Silent Hill meets The Exorcist, this book will deliver. It’s gory, intense, and even a little heartbreaking. Definitely not a cozy bedtime read—but a damn good one.
October 5, 2025
Right from the first page, Code Blue throws you into the thick of things, and it never really lets up. Joe Boi has a way of writing that makes you feel like you’re standing in the room while every high-stakes decision is being made. The tension is sharp, but it’s not just about the medical emergencies—it’s about the people behind them. You see the struggles, the doubts, and the tough choices that shape who they are, and that’s what keeps the story grounded.
The pacing is quick, almost cinematic, which makes it hard to put down. But at the same time, the book doesn’t forget the emotional core. There’s a depth to the characters that makes you care about what happens next, and that’s what gives the story real weight.
In short, Code Blue is a gripping read that mixes suspense with heart in just the right way. Whether you’re a fan of thrillers or just looking for a powerful story that feels real, this book hits the mark.
The pacing is quick, almost cinematic, which makes it hard to put down. But at the same time, the book doesn’t forget the emotional core. There’s a depth to the characters that makes you care about what happens next, and that’s what gives the story real weight.
In short, Code Blue is a gripping read that mixes suspense with heart in just the right way. Whether you’re a fan of thrillers or just looking for a powerful story that feels real, this book hits the mark.
December 3, 2025
Code Blue starts with a strong burst of energy and keeps that momentum going until the final page. The emergency room scenes feel alive and real because Joe Boi writes them with a natural flow that makes you feel as if you are standing right there. Every choice the characters make carries weight and every moment feels important which keeps the tension steady from scene to scene.
The characters are the heart of the book. They feel human and honest with fears strengths and emotions that are easy to connect with. You get to see them push through pressure and self doubt while still doing their best to save lives. Their growth is shown in a simple but powerful way which makes their journey memorable.
This book is easy to follow and exciting to read. Even someone who knows nothing about medical life will enjoy this story because it combines action emotional depth and a strong sense of purpose. It is a fast paced and satisfying read.
The characters are the heart of the book. They feel human and honest with fears strengths and emotions that are easy to connect with. You get to see them push through pressure and self doubt while still doing their best to save lives. Their growth is shown in a simple but powerful way which makes their journey memorable.
This book is easy to follow and exciting to read. Even someone who knows nothing about medical life will enjoy this story because it combines action emotional depth and a strong sense of purpose. It is a fast paced and satisfying read.
December 6, 2025
Code Blue pulls you in right from the beginning with vivid scenes that feel intense and emotional. Joe Boi paints the world of hospitals in a way that is clear and easy to understand without losing the drama that comes with life or death moments. The writing feels smooth and the story moves quickly which makes it hard to put the book down.
What makes this book special is how much you start caring for the characters. They are hardworking people trying their best in very difficult situations. You see their fears their hopes and their determination which gives the story a strong emotional connection.
By the time you finish the book you feel like you have been on a powerful journey. Code Blue mixes tension heart and reality in a way that keeps you thinking about the story long after it ends.
What makes this book special is how much you start caring for the characters. They are hardworking people trying their best in very difficult situations. You see their fears their hopes and their determination which gives the story a strong emotional connection.
By the time you finish the book you feel like you have been on a powerful journey. Code Blue mixes tension heart and reality in a way that keeps you thinking about the story long after it ends.
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