The final chapter of The Exorcist's House trilogy brings an unrelenting battle against evil—where a mother’s love is tested by the darkest forces imaginable.
Christmas Eve,1999: A brutal tragedy occurs during Midnight Mass at the newly built church on Sunny Branch Way. Nora Hill, a woman still haunted by her past, suspects this isn’t just a random act of violence, but the omen she’s been dreading. As shocking visions continue to plague her, Nora is determined to protect her daughter, Maren, and bring some semblance of peace to their fractured lives, hoping to find her own happiness again. But no matter how far they run or how much time passes, it becomes clear that some demons refuse to let go.
In The Exorcist’s Resurrection, the unsettling story of Nora and Maren spans thirteen years, told through five pivotal moments in Maren’s life. And as the darkness slowly encroaches, Nora realizes the terrifying to save her daughter’s soul, she must return to the sinister place where it all began, one last time. But some houses refuse to Fall…
Ideal for readers who enjoy dark horror, psychological suspense, emotionally complex characters, and chilling supernatural mysteries, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.
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Nick Roberts is a native West Virginian and a doctoral graduate of Marshall University. He is an active member of the Horror Writers Association and the Horror Authors Guild. His works include Anathema, The Exorcist's House, It Haunts the Mind & Other Stories, and Mean Spirited. He currently resides in South Carolina with his family and is an advocate for people in recovery from substance use disorder.
Nick Roberts really knows how to write a story, and when it gives me chills, that’s even better. Nora is back with her daughter, Maren, in a new setting, but the sense of evil is still there, even though it’s not the same house. The way everything unfolds is quite shocking, yet it still feels believable. I did find the horror to be pretty mild for most of the book, but the last few chapters really made up for it.
I didn't think it was possible to raise the ante of fear any higher after the first two books. Well, I was wrong. Resurrection genuinely terrified me. Not kidding.
Some of the things that happen in this episode are beyond my wildest imagination. Definitely need to be in the right headspace for what's within these pages.
Nick Roberts continues to bring it (and then some). Highly recommend.
I did not think the final book would top the first two, but it sure did! Time has passed, Nora and Maren have attempted to move on but the demon unleashed from that well all those years ago has clung on waiting for its opportunity for resurrection.
This series is a must read for all horror enthusiasts, especially those found of possession stories. Highly recommend.
Nora and Maren must move on after the events of losing part of their family in the last book and as Nora and Maren try to settle into their new life they are met with resistance as the demonic evil never leaves as it will always linger in their lives no matter how far they run!
That is about all I can hand out with a small backstory without giving away spoilers so if you are intrigued then go read this book and series!
Thoughts:
This book was a spook ride as I was careening along with some creepy vibes throughout most of the book and the author, Nick Roberts wraps up this trilogy tight and brings to light answers to questions that laid within the previous books.
The occult and demonic theme pulses throughout the most of the book and the last half of the book moves a little faster then the beginning of the book. The first part of the book just seemed close to a slow burn but after the 40% mark the pace picks up and moves quicker. Looking forward to reading more work by this author as I have a few books on my kindle that I need to pursue of his work. Giving this book four "Devilish Demon" stars!
This book was everything horror should be. I read it in just a couple of days. I didn’t want to power through it, I wanted to savor it. I wanted to make it last as long as possible. And while I couldn’t do that, I definitely had to pause and set the book down to silently curse Roberts for the ghastly imagery he brings to mind with his words. This was scary. I don’t mean like it just creeped me out a little and then I forgot about it. I mean it flashes into my brain in the quiet times, the darkened rooms, the solo trips down my hall… to pull from a title of his other work, it haunts the mind. Roberts has crafted a phenomenal world of pure terror in this series. Not only does he plug just enough 90s vibe references for me to be transported back into time, he really gets you into the characters’ heads. We witness a horrific spiral of events while getting to know just what makes Maren… Maren. And Roberts delivers a truly heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, Pearl-clutching dose of anxiety throughout. I wholeheartedly recommend you read this series in its entirety. If you do, it will never leave you. MAREN will never leave you.
What makes a horror book truly terrifying is the way it crawls under your skin, making you question what’s real long after you’ve put it down. Nick Roberts masters this, blending chilling atmosphere with raw human fear so seamlessly that The Exorcist’s House: Resurrection doesn’t just scare you while you’re reading, it haunts your mind afterward.
She was chaos in a world of order. She was absolute evil.
This was the perfect and chilling ending to an overall well rounded trilogy. From beginning to end, this book was filled with pure terror, dread, carnage and true evil from the depths of hell.
What truly makes this book terrifying was how this entity truly "haunts the kind." The mental torment it inflicted on every character in this book was nothing short of otherwordly malice and it was very articulated by the author. The book was also written well, and the imagery was spot on. I found myself incapable of putting this one down. I needed to see what was going to happen next.
Despite already knowing from the epilogue in the second book how things were going to end. The fact that Nick was able to create a third book that kept me on the edge of my seat, is a true testament to how good of an author he is. Imagine living a life where true vile wickedness follows you everywhere you go. Destroying everything and everyone you touch. Lying dormant for years and then rearing it's ugly head again to continue the vicious cycle. Yes, this is what you sign up for in reading this book.
It's not just extremely unsettling, but also filled with heartwarming and touching moments, so it kinda balances out...not really, but kinda? I highly recommend this series, though. Another winner for Roberts in my eyes.
This one is around 300 pages… and I binge read it in just two sittings. This book was WILD. This was an utter and complete descent into absolute madness in so many ways. A mother’s descent into madness. Hell, an entire family’s descent into madness. Every single time I thought I knew what was coming next, I was thrown for a plot twist and a half.
I tend not to find many books scary. I can’t do a jump scare movie to save my life, but it’s hard for me to classify a book as scary. That being said, this book is damn scary. I had chills on the back of my neck, type scary. The way Roberts told this story made it so that I felt like I could literally hear the demonic possessions taking place. And the ending? Oh, my goodness, that ending. I think I stared at the wall in silence for a solid 7 minutes in disbelief over what I had read. This book has easily landed a spot in my top 5 reads of 2025.
I must implore everyone to read this series. It’s really remarkable. Truly.
i’m gonna need someone to give me a timeline rundown of this, just dumb it down or something for me because the 2012 / 2004 …. i’m confused guys what year is it who are these people what’s going on what year is it!!!!! someone show me the light!!!
if it was 2004 at the end then how’d the 2012 events happen did we go back in time what’s going on what’d i miss
WOW. I have never ever been disappointed by a Nick Roberts book. His writing is so gripping and filled with so much more than just horror. I have always had a problem with putting down his work and this was no exception. Since I have read Anathema & Anathema Legacy, I knew how this was going to end but somehow I still felt so hopeful and felt my heart yearning for a happy ending for the remaining Hill family members. This one really dives into the background and experience for Maren and that depth made me feel so sorry for the little girl. The only reason this isn't a 5 star is I felt a part of the ending was a bit rushed. However, The Epilogue made up for that and tied up the series in a great, big, disturbing bow. Though my heart is shattered into a million pieces (once again!) for the people in these books, I also feel saddened that this is the end of the Exorcist's House. I can't wait to see what Nick comes up with next.
OMG!! Absolutely incredible. I went through all the emotions and I did not expect to cry as much as I did reading this. Honestly might be one of the best horror books iv ever read. The third book was by far the best of the exorcist house. I literally hated that ending though but I guess I should have seen it coming considering the ending of the 2nd book. Does this mean there will be more???? I need to know!! Nick Robert’s is officially my favorite horror author… you heard that correctly Steven King! 👀
The finale to the Exorcist's House trilogy was absolutely KILLER. In fact, I think this was my favorite of the three books by quite a bit! In this story, we finally get to see Maren's metamorphosis into what she becomes in the Anathema books and how it all happens. It. Is. Devastating.
I found myself frequently feeling terrible for the poor girl. Her entire family has already been through the wringer repeatedly, but the hell she goes through on her own is particularly tough. In my opinion, this is some of Nick's best writing yet. The story is tight, the pacing is perfect, the intensity is dialed and the characters are too damn good. It's been a while since I've gotten into a book that I just never wanted to end.
I want more Maren, and while I've already read both Anathema AND Anathema Legacy... I think it's time to give them another go.
I'd recommend these books to people who complain that horror books aren't "actually scary." Reading each one felt like watching a Conjuring movie, where even if it's not a 10/10 Shining-tier masterpiece, you're still gonna have two or three scenes that leave you genuinely creeped out.
BRA-FREAKIN-VO for this absolutely horrifying ending to Merle Blatty's farmhouse on Sunny Branch Way. While I am sad to know Merle and the gang will be no more, I also couldn't have asked for a better ending to the series. Well I mean I could've but it wouldn't have been this ending.. the one that grips your heart with black talons and doesn't let go.
Nick Roberts is hands down earning his rank as one of my top 3 Horror writers and this series will hold A place on my top reads shelf. I've been a fan of The Exorcists House books since I read the first one but this one was something different. I was genuinely creeped the hell out at some parts and I'm a horror fan I fall asleep every night to the soothing sounds of Art the Clown in Terrifier 2 sawing a woman in half. To say this book gave me the goosebumps and made me literally yelp when my daughters cat jumped on the sofa while I was reading is the upmost honor.
I don't know how Nick was able to pack so much into about 300 pages but yet here we are. This book had it all and I mean ALL! I was worried that this wouldn't mesh with the other two ( I know I should know better ) but it not only meshed, it flowed perfectly. The images Nick has seared into my brain from the "peeking" faces and random skittering that he tosses into seemingly normal sentences will linger. I caught myself turning on my bathroom light during one of my 3am "I need to pee" moments because ALL my mind could focus on was one very small sentence/part where the demon pees and the words were just replaying in my mind.. so no more lights out in the bathroom I guess. I also am now catching myself jerking my head anytime I see a shadow in a corner, waiting to see someone drop from a noose or just be standing there. I want to dive into this page by page but I wont be that person, but I can not reiterate just how much I loved this book. I loved that it flowed into something I never expected, I loved how it didn't go anywhere near where I was expecting it to, and I love that it broke my gosh dang heart.
Anything Nick Roberts puts out, I'll read but The Exorcists House trilogy is a thing of horrific beauty. Nothing and no one is safe and the evil and pandemonium inside the pages will have you sleeping ( or peeing ) with the lights on. 5/5 stars would absolutely recommend!
Could not put this down. This is the scariest and most heartbreaking series I’ve ever read and this one takes the cake! It was well written and kept me engaged the entire time! But definitely not for the faint of heart.
I did not like this book anywhere near as much as the other two in the trilogy.
The ending felt unsatisfying after all that buildup. The writing in this book in particular felt forced--especially the throw back line to Mean-spirited and the line where Merle "sounds like Gandalf".
in my opinion, the first two books are phenomenal demonic horror. This book felt like splatterpunk that just so happened to have a demonic mastermind calling the shots behind the scenes.
Some trilogies make for better duologies.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
This is my initial reaction, so I am sure there will be more thoughts in the coming days…
As a mother who has constant catastrophic thoughts and is gently medicated for this affliction, I truly could feel Nora Hill’s pain of worrying for her family day and night. However, it goes deeper than that…It haunts the mind.
Nick Roberts truly went all out in this one. The Easter eggs and references left me not only nostalgic, but terrified for what would come next. He has this talent with creating tension and conflict early on, that when the quiet moments happen you’re left on egg shells waiting for the hammer to drop.
One thing I truly enjoyed in this one was the visits to the past. It was different in the way that Genesis took us back, and added to overall impact of the final delivery.
My heart is sad knowing that this is the final book in TEH universe. However, Nick delivered an ending (while absolutely gut wrenching) that it deserved.
The Exorcist's House: Resurrection ARC Review. Releases September 12th.
I have sat with this one for a couple of weeks, not sure how to even put into words how much I loved it (even though it emotionally destroyed me). I love a book that can make me feel something, and this one made me feel every emotion. From laying in bed scared to look up in fear that someone would be crawling across the ceiling to feeling love and empathy and pain for the characters. Nick didn't hold back on this one. The Exorcist's House: Resurrection perfectly wrapped up the Exorcist's House trilogy and answered every question I had about Maren.
As someone who has read all of Nick's books, this has been my favorite so far, and I look forward to seeing how he continues to grow as a writer. The Exorcist's House trilogy is a must read for any horror reader.
This was such a satisfying end to the trilogy. Not many books make me abandon my adult responsibilities, but this one had me in a chokehold. I devoured it in two sittings and kept it down despite the putrid, gory, divine body-horror bloodbath it served.
What hit hardest was how much I cared for Maren. When things took that dark turn (IYKYK), I had to remind myself this was horror, then immediately signed my soul over for a very specific revenge scene. And Buck? Forever one of my favorite dogs in a series his big role in this finale was everything.
“A dog is a man’s best friend, ya know? You’d have to be awfully mean-spirited for a dog not to love ya.”
Nick Roberts spins a story that chills your spine, breaks your heart, and then drags you straight into hell with characters that feel terrifyingly alive. I’m sad it’s over, but I’ll be lapping up the rest of his works with zero hesitation.
I remember reading TEH: Genesis and being floored. Being back in that world was deliciously terrifying, and I took several days with the story to let it haunt my mind. I knew the book was going to be good before going in, and it ended up being my favorite sequel I’ve read.
So I shouldn’t have been surprised to find that The Exorcist’s House: Resurrection is the perfect third installment in the series.
Roberts expertly balances feelings of hope and despair while coming through with the horrifying details. This one gave me a jump scare which hasn’t happened in awhile!
By the time you get to the third book in a series, you’re faced with a lot of inevitabilities. Roberts flawlessly navigates these storylines while still surprising me during each jump in time. I was so invested in these characters that I spent one whole chapter crying and had various other moments nearly bring me to tears.
Hands down, Nick Roberts is one of the best authors of modern horror and I consider The Exorcist’s House to be essential reading for any horror reader.
Wow, these just keep getting better and better. I think this might be my favorite one in the series. This one was absolutely amazing it was terrifying, it was emotional, and the ending 😶 Nick Roberts is such an amazing storyteller. It's sad that the front door is officially closing and locking on the farm at Sunny Branch Way, but all good things must come to an end at some point.
Thank you to Nick Roberts for adding me to the ARC group for this third installment in The Exorcist's House! If you loved the first two books in this series (and the Anathema books!), you will not be disappointed with Resurrection. Roberts knows just how to sneak under your skin, grip you with dread, and drag you through all of the pain and misery each character endures...
Nick writes like we're in the room. He gives us things to see, smell, taste, touch, and hear. He gives us little details that he didnt realize would spark a mutiny. I have deeply despised him for it, but he genuinely created a universe that we invested in.
I am really curious how someone would take this as a 'first look'. His writing has improved since Anathema. This one wraps up all our feelings and memories with the Hill family. It may not be the best but holy hell we were there for major life events and we INVESTED because we saw a lot and filled in the blanks.This was like following your cousin's life journey.