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For the Love of Demons and Katanas
As a paranormal private investigator, I help the deranged and the desperate. But most of all, I hunt demons.
I kill them. They go back to hell. End of story. We don’t head into downtown Santa Sombra for microbrews.
But when my new client vanishes, along with twenty-four others, I’m confronted with a demon stronger than anything I’ve faced. Terrifying. Dangerous. Planning something that could crack my city wide open. And the people I love most—my two best friends, my chosen family—are at risk.
When my case collapses, help comes from an unexpected source—a lust demon whose touch threatens to undo me. With his help, I discover the truth. The past is personal, brutal, and entwined with the present in a way that might shatter me.
With my city on the brink, and my friends in danger, I’m running out of options. Can I trust the demon whose power shakes me to my core? Or is he the weapon that will destroy me?
I kill them. They go back to hell. End of story. We don’t head into downtown Santa Sombra for microbrews.
But when my new client vanishes, along with twenty-four others, I’m confronted with a demon stronger than anything I’ve faced. Terrifying. Dangerous. Planning something that could crack my city wide open. And the people I love most—my two best friends, my chosen family—are at risk.
When my case collapses, help comes from an unexpected source—a lust demon whose touch threatens to undo me. With his help, I discover the truth. The past is personal, brutal, and entwined with the present in a way that might shatter me.
With my city on the brink, and my friends in danger, I’m running out of options. Can I trust the demon whose power shakes me to my core? Or is he the weapon that will destroy me?
392 pages, Paperback
Expected publication February 24, 2026
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About the author
Loryn Moore
5 books48 followersI write stories where power awakens, danger lurks close to the heart, and love is never the easy choice. My fantasy romances blend magic, mystery, and forbidden desire, pulling readers into hidden worlds where destiny is tested and passion can change everything.
I’ve always been fascinated by the idea that secret worlds exist just beneath the surface of our own, waiting to be discovered. I love exploring morally complex characters, high-stakes choices, and romances shaped as much by consequence as by fate. For me, the most compelling love stories are the ones forged under pressure, where desire and danger collide.
I live in North Florida with my husband and our two young sons. When I’m not writing, my husband and I are usually knee-deep in DIY projects, tending our backyard garden, or living our best beach bum life. The ordinary moments of my life: my family, creativity, and quiet reflection are often where my most beautiful and magical stories begin.
I’ve always been fascinated by the idea that secret worlds exist just beneath the surface of our own, waiting to be discovered. I love exploring morally complex characters, high-stakes choices, and romances shaped as much by consequence as by fate. For me, the most compelling love stories are the ones forged under pressure, where desire and danger collide.
I live in North Florida with my husband and our two young sons. When I’m not writing, my husband and I are usually knee-deep in DIY projects, tending our backyard garden, or living our best beach bum life. The ordinary moments of my life: my family, creativity, and quiet reflection are often where my most beautiful and magical stories begin.
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February 20, 2026
In this book the protagonist Jenna is complex, struggling and growing as the story continues. As an orphan she doesn’t have a lot of people in her social circle but her friends are very loyal and she can count on them 100 percent!
She is constantly battling against what should be morally good or right in her head.
This battle is even more so when she has to work together with a demon where she starts having feelings for…
This book is character driven, fluently written and has a juicy storyline!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
She is constantly battling against what should be morally good or right in her head.
This battle is even more so when she has to work together with a demon where she starts having feelings for…
This book is character driven, fluently written and has a juicy storyline!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
So this got off to a great start. The beginning reeled me right in, a paranormal mystery with demons and demon hunters in this world where few are aware that such things exist, with a demon hunter who is also a private investigator.
At just over halfway through this book, the mystery of what happened to Tara is still going strong, along with the additional plot points involving the paranormal world that are coming into play. Add in the mystery of Jenna’s abilities and how she got to where she is, with her upbringing, it is all still keeping me fully engrossed at this point.
And I also enjoyed Roger’s character, the bit of levity he brings. Gaby did not seem as fully fleshed-out a character as she could be.
The only part I am not really wholeheartedly on board with at this point halfway into the book is the mysterious demon helper. I can tell his part in this story is important, insofar as a means to move the plot along but it is always accompanied by Jenna having these rather “inappropriate for the setting” sexual feelings/ intense lust. While I always enjoy spice in my books, the spicier the better for the most part, for some reason the inclusion of the sexual reactions Jenna has to this particular demon every time they interact consistently throw me off from the story. At this point it is not adding anything but is actually taking away from the main storyline. There is a time and a place but so far it has neither been the time nor the place.
Even if further down the line this develops into something more, so far it just detracts from the plot. Every time Jenna interacts with this demon it always devolves, ex. “…my panties soaked” is a frequent inclusion. It is incongruous with the story so far.
So…almost done with this and at ~85% of the way through, I am really detesting the interactions between Jenna and the “hot demon guy”. Well aware he is feeding her bits and pieces, as to what suits him and his plans. But her continued reactions to him, even knowing that his demon “sin” is lust, she still is written as being unable to resist and it does nothing to enhance the story. And that is just ticking me off at this point.
And I have to mention the nonconsensual sexual interaction that is towards the end, whether real or imaginary, also brought nothing to the plot. Quite frankly, this book would have been more enjoyable without that. I love enemies to lovers, dark romantasy, all of that. But it just doesn’t fit here. It just seems as if the author felt there had to be spicy scenes in here “just because”.
Finally reaching the end of this book and this is what we’re left with:
Hot demon guy: “Trust me.” “Trust me.” “Do you trust me???”
And guess what? 94% of the way through this book and Jenna decided to keep trusting and just going along with the “hot demon guy”.
(Insert major sarcasm from me starting here)…because excellent choice Jenna!!!
Just go along with what he says to do, but hey, don’t let the death of a bunch of people right in front of you that just happened stop you from appreciating how “hot demon guy” knows you prefer a katana without you having told him.
And the answer given for all those deaths was just an easy out. “There was no other way”. Well, when you’re not presented with all the facts even at the very end and used as part of someone else’s plan…
Jenna just so easily accepted that she couldn’t have changed anything or saved anyone. It is just too clean and too easy of an out. And relegating her feelings about all these deaths to a mere few sentences as if it was an afterthought.
And the epilogue was not the surprise it was probably meant to be.
This started off so intriguing, the paranormal world created here, the crime/ mystery aspect, a character that was far more than just a demon hunter. All this was initially so captivating. But this book just steadily lost the plot for me the further I got into this story and by the end (as is obvious in this review) I am just left disappointed.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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Review of advance copy
Jenna is a private investigator with a side job of killing demons. Her current client goes missing along with twenty-four others, and two extremely powerful demons seem to be involved. However, one of those demon seems to be trying to help Jenna. As it's clear she's in over her head, Jenna has to decide if she can trust the helpful demon.
Jenna is a feisty, streetwise, but struggling protagonist. As an orphan, she knows almost nothing about her past, and all she has learned about fighting demons has been self-taught. Her social circle is small, comprising mainly of two friends that she depends on, and an ex-friend on the police force who is continuing to investigate her due to finding her in compromising situations. She doesn't trust easily, and her independence streak causes her to often take additional risks on her own. She finds the mysteriously helpful demon to be extremely alluring, and is extremely susceptible to his lustful powers. As they start to work together, Jenna's internal struggle with whether to trust him causes her to continuously second guess herself and seemingly make decisions by the seat of her pants. While this method of decision making made sense with the plot, it mildly undermined her character's strength.
Overall For the Love of Demons and Katanas was a very enjoyable paranormal detective novel with a conflicted main character with a mysterious past. The plot was quite fast paced with a lot of unexpected twists and turns. I look forward to see where the series goes.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Jenna is a feisty, streetwise, but struggling protagonist. As an orphan, she knows almost nothing about her past, and all she has learned about fighting demons has been self-taught. Her social circle is small, comprising mainly of two friends that she depends on, and an ex-friend on the police force who is continuing to investigate her due to finding her in compromising situations. She doesn't trust easily, and her independence streak causes her to often take additional risks on her own. She finds the mysteriously helpful demon to be extremely alluring, and is extremely susceptible to his lustful powers. As they start to work together, Jenna's internal struggle with whether to trust him causes her to continuously second guess herself and seemingly make decisions by the seat of her pants. While this method of decision making made sense with the plot, it mildly undermined her character's strength.
Overall For the Love of Demons and Katanas was a very enjoyable paranormal detective novel with a conflicted main character with a mysterious past. The plot was quite fast paced with a lot of unexpected twists and turns. I look forward to see where the series goes.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Truthfully, I wasn't sure what to expect after reading the title! I can't seem to give 1/2 star ratings here but this book, for me was a 4.5 maybe a 4.75. This book was full of surprises. Just when I thought it was a light hearted mystery with some humor the author gave us intrigue, suspense, demons, magic and the opening for an entire new world to look forward to.
I loved the sarcastic humor in this book. The world building was not over the top but just enough to see the vision. Which may not work for some but for me, it was exactly my preference. The FMC is sassy and stubborn and willfull, my favorite kind lol. And the main characters, the "scooby gang" lol, were so easy to fall in love with. I especially loved the inanimate scooby; that story I'm dieing to break apart. Also, could this be the slowest of slow burn enemies to lovers in the making??? Or is that a plot twist unveiling in itself? The questions!! Overall, this story is a unique mix of mystery and urban fantasy, its literally just a blend of fun.
Just when I thought, the story was appearing to end all wrapped up in a pretty Christmas bow, Loryn subtlety, yet gracefully, drops the cliffhanger! So many stories and questions have peaked my curiosity. And now, I'm jonesing for book 2!
I loved the sarcastic humor in this book. The world building was not over the top but just enough to see the vision. Which may not work for some but for me, it was exactly my preference. The FMC is sassy and stubborn and willfull, my favorite kind lol. And the main characters, the "scooby gang" lol, were so easy to fall in love with. I especially loved the inanimate scooby; that story I'm dieing to break apart. Also, could this be the slowest of slow burn enemies to lovers in the making??? Or is that a plot twist unveiling in itself? The questions!! Overall, this story is a unique mix of mystery and urban fantasy, its literally just a blend of fun.
Just when I thought, the story was appearing to end all wrapped up in a pretty Christmas bow, Loryn subtlety, yet gracefully, drops the cliffhanger! So many stories and questions have peaked my curiosity. And now, I'm jonesing for book 2!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
This paranormal story follows a demon hunter, a witch, and a medium as they work together to track down a missing woman—one who had only just hired the FMC. What begins as a straightforward missing person case quickly spirals into something far darker and more dangerous than anyone anticipated.
Jenna and Gaby, best friends since high school, lead double lives. By day (and night) they work at a bar, but beneath the surface they are seasoned demon hunters. When the missing woman is last seen in Jenna’s own apartment, their investigation collides with local law enforcement—cops who are regulars at the bar.
The story is packed with magic, witches, possessions, and escalating danger. There’s also a strong thread of tension, particularly involving Jenna and a lust demon, which adds an extra layer of intrigue and conflict to the plot.
This is an engaging paranormal read with solid world-building and plenty of suspense. The only downside? The book ends on a cliffhanger, leaving readers eager (and slightly frustrated) for the next installment. Overall, it’s a good read for fans of urban fantasy and demon-hunting stories who don’t mind waiting for answers.
Jenna and Gaby, best friends since high school, lead double lives. By day (and night) they work at a bar, but beneath the surface they are seasoned demon hunters. When the missing woman is last seen in Jenna’s own apartment, their investigation collides with local law enforcement—cops who are regulars at the bar.
The story is packed with magic, witches, possessions, and escalating danger. There’s also a strong thread of tension, particularly involving Jenna and a lust demon, which adds an extra layer of intrigue and conflict to the plot.
This is an engaging paranormal read with solid world-building and plenty of suspense. The only downside? The book ends on a cliffhanger, leaving readers eager (and slightly frustrated) for the next installment. Overall, it’s a good read for fans of urban fantasy and demon-hunting stories who don’t mind waiting for answers.
January 6, 2026
From the first chapter, I was instantly drawn to the story. Jenna, our FMC, possesses a unique ability to see demons that the rest of the world does not, making her stand out from the rest. Growing up without her parents, she grapples with unanswered questions about her origins, which serve as the central theme of this story. The plot takes an exciting turn as it unfolds into a fast-paced adventure. The mystery behind several missing people and their connections, especially involving Jenna, is gradually revealed. As the stakes rise, she faces a challenging decision: to trust a demon for survival and potentially save the world. I thoroughly enjoyed witnessing the gradual development of their reluctant partnership, particularly as the tension and chemistry between them intensify. The world-building, action sequences, and the slow-burn connection kept me completely engaged throughout the story. I eagerly anticipate the next book in this intriguing series!
December 23, 2025
ARC review!
I was hooked from the very first page. Jenna, the FMC, fights demons with a katana and has no idea how or why she can see them when others can’t. Growing up without her parents, she’s always questioned where she came from and those unanswered questions are at the heart of this story.
The plot takes us on a fast-paced adventure to uncover the mystery behind several missing people and what connects them all, especially to Jenna herself. As the stakes rise, she’s forced to do the unthinkable: trust a demon in order to survive and possibly save the world.
I loved watching their reluctant partnership develop, especially as tension and chemistry begin to brew between them. The world-building, action, and slow-burn connection kept me completely invested. I cannot wait to see where this series goes next!
I was hooked from the very first page. Jenna, the FMC, fights demons with a katana and has no idea how or why she can see them when others can’t. Growing up without her parents, she’s always questioned where she came from and those unanswered questions are at the heart of this story.
The plot takes us on a fast-paced adventure to uncover the mystery behind several missing people and what connects them all, especially to Jenna herself. As the stakes rise, she’s forced to do the unthinkable: trust a demon in order to survive and possibly save the world.
I loved watching their reluctant partnership develop, especially as tension and chemistry begin to brew between them. The world-building, action, and slow-burn connection kept me completely invested. I cannot wait to see where this series goes next!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Well this book was surprising and didn’t expect this story to capture my interest the way it did. I found my self fully connecting with the FMC. Her sarcasm was refreshing and her backstory is heartbreaking. I throughly enjoyed the twist and turns of this book. Honestly, I thrived on how chaotic this story was because I felt the urgency to resolve all the issues they encountered. I enjoyed how their found family comes be and how no matter what they would be there for each other. The FMCs love interest was absolutely chef kiss! Talk about sloooooowww bbbuuuurrrnn yyyeaarrnning. It was amazing. Only, constructive feedback i have is that there were times i did find repetition recapping within the FMC internal dialogue was not needed. Overall this book was a great and fun read and I can’t wait for BOOK 2.
January 26, 2026
Loryn Moore has done it again. For the Love of Demons and Katanas is a witty, action packed, hilarious, killer story about Jenna “JT” Torrence, Private Investigator, facing off against the supernatural and trying to save the world.
Loryn has an uncanny ability to write the most amazing books about genres I’ve never even known existed before; and she has me hooked in the first paragraphs. This book was no exception. This story was written in such a unique way for first person, but it was so fun to read! It was so witty and hilarious to get the side notes and snarky comments that Jenna thought throughout the book. It truly made it even more fun to read.
Loryn did an absolutely amazing job with this book and I cannot wait to see where the series goes!!!
Loryn has an uncanny ability to write the most amazing books about genres I’ve never even known existed before; and she has me hooked in the first paragraphs. This book was no exception. This story was written in such a unique way for first person, but it was so fun to read! It was so witty and hilarious to get the side notes and snarky comments that Jenna thought throughout the book. It truly made it even more fun to read.
Loryn did an absolutely amazing job with this book and I cannot wait to see where the series goes!!!
Review of advance copy received from Author
We meet Jenna a P.I. with a unique case background of the super natural. Jenna has always been different from everyone else she just didnt know why or just how different she really was. She has always been able to see things others couldn't, Demons to be exact. Jenna has made it her mission to fight them all her life with the help of some friends.
A new case comes crashing into Jenna's life which has her learning a lot of new things about herself and finding some unexpected help from Khamden, a high level demon.
Jenna is drawn to Khamden even tho it goes against everything.
This book is full of surprises and the ending has me anxiously waiting for book two.
A new case comes crashing into Jenna's life which has her learning a lot of new things about herself and finding some unexpected help from Khamden, a high level demon.
Jenna is drawn to Khamden even tho it goes against everything.
This book is full of surprises and the ending has me anxiously waiting for book two.
Review of advance copy received from Author
For the Love of Demons and Katanas was an urban romatasy full of edge of your seat twists! I loved how the story unfolded and let us in on Jenna's past. Hot ass demon guy with waves of lust ✔️, located her missing client 🚫 not yet, found a kick ass sword ✔️, and saved the world.... you'll have to read it to find out!
I received this as an ARC from the author and loved how different this one is from her other books! If you like demons, angels, witches, and other things that go bump in the night than this needs to be on your 2026 TBR!
I received this as an ARC from the author and loved how different this one is from her other books! If you like demons, angels, witches, and other things that go bump in the night than this needs to be on your 2026 TBR!
January 20, 2026
This was very entertaining!
I love that FMC Jenna was a PI with a special predilection for slaying demons. I also enjoyed the supporting characters of Gaby and Roger. Gaby’s witchy abilities and Roger’s talents as a medium/psychic lent even more interesting variables to the plot. I also very much enjoyed hot demon guy Khamden. I’m looking forward to book 2 and seeing where things go for Khamden and Jenna- both together and individually— especially after the surprise appearance of s certain someone at the end of this book.
I love that FMC Jenna was a PI with a special predilection for slaying demons. I also enjoyed the supporting characters of Gaby and Roger. Gaby’s witchy abilities and Roger’s talents as a medium/psychic lent even more interesting variables to the plot. I also very much enjoyed hot demon guy Khamden. I’m looking forward to book 2 and seeing where things go for Khamden and Jenna- both together and individually— especially after the surprise appearance of s certain someone at the end of this book.
February 3, 2026
I have been a long-time lover of Loryn’s writing style and was super excited for the opportunity to read For the Love of Demons and Katanas and as usual I was not disappointed.
If you love a good urban fantasy, look no further. She has no family, she was abandoned as an infant and has no idea why she can see demons. She becomes a PI and her latest client hires her to figure out who is stalking her – of course has reported this to the police but unfortunately no one else can see what she’s seeing – this mystery will suck you right in.
We have found family, forbidden love, slow burn and throw in an enemies to lovers with a demon she’s trained to hunt down and of course we have a sexy hot demon, a snarky FMC whose best friends are a witch and a medium will be sure to be one heck of a ride. And we naturally end on a brutal cliffhanger to keep you hanging on wanting more. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Thank you Loryn for allowing me the opportunity to read an advanced copy of your book.
If you love a good urban fantasy, look no further. She has no family, she was abandoned as an infant and has no idea why she can see demons. She becomes a PI and her latest client hires her to figure out who is stalking her – of course has reported this to the police but unfortunately no one else can see what she’s seeing – this mystery will suck you right in.
We have found family, forbidden love, slow burn and throw in an enemies to lovers with a demon she’s trained to hunt down and of course we have a sexy hot demon, a snarky FMC whose best friends are a witch and a medium will be sure to be one heck of a ride. And we naturally end on a brutal cliffhanger to keep you hanging on wanting more. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Thank you Loryn for allowing me the opportunity to read an advanced copy of your book.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I received this as an ARC, and it definitely earned the five stars from me. The characters and their dynamics pulled me in right away, and I loved how the story balanced action with real character development. The MMC is very sexy, and the banter and tension between the characters kept me turning pages. The world and setup were super compelling, and by the end I was genuinely excited to see where the story is headed next.
January 14, 2026
Demon Hunter, witch, and a medium, what a fun trio! This book has the perfect balance of humor, action, and a taste of spice. Can’t forget the mild cliffhanger at the end that has you wanting to know more. This book focuses on Jenna, (demon hunter) learning about herself, her past, and how she is able to see demons when others can’t. She learns to trust who is suppose to be her enemy in order to save her world. Definitely a nice pallet change when it comes to paranormal/fantasy books.
February 7, 2026
For the Love of Demons and Katanas by Loryn Moore
⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was a really interesting read! Our FMC is a private investigator by day, demon hunter by night, who gets pulled into something way over her head. I really liked the relationships between characters in this book and watching them unfold, and I think the storyline was unique and well written. Good read!
Note: I received a free ARC of this book and am writing this review voluntarily.
⭐️⭐️⭐️
This was a really interesting read! Our FMC is a private investigator by day, demon hunter by night, who gets pulled into something way over her head. I really liked the relationships between characters in this book and watching them unfold, and I think the storyline was unique and well written. Good read!
Note: I received a free ARC of this book and am writing this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Loren Moore has done it again!! The first book in her new series shows amazing growth as a writer and I was sucked into this book from the moment I cracked it open on my kindle. The characters are relatable, the story engaging, and I love where the plot is going! I’m excited to see what happens in the next book! Happy I found this author!!
Review of advance copy
For the Love of Demons and Katanas by Loryn Moore is a great urban paranormal fantasy. The story is entertaining, enjoyable, romantic, mysterious, slow burn, interesting, and more. For the Love of Demons and Katanas is the first book in For the Love of Demons and Katanas trilogy.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 12, 2026
What do you get when you cross a witch, demons, katana wielding demon hunter? A great read, that’s what. Took me a few pages to get into the story but pretty quickly I found that I didn’t want to put it down. I feel as though Jenna FMC is a character much like myself in personality.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is such a great story! I loved the characters and the banter. I had a few laugh out loud moments but also was super stressed out worried about where the story was going and what was going to happen. I’m excited to read more of this series!
December 23, 2025
Love this book. Characters are great. Love Kamdon and Jenna. I can’t wait to read the next book!
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book was very close to 5 stars! I wanted so much more relationship development between TJ's potential matches. I thought, at times, there was a bond forming between her and Luke, but the ending alluded to a potential match with Khamden (which has to be SPICY). I also feel like there has to be a connection between the two male characters, and I'm looking forward to book two to solve some of the remaining mysteries. I loved the banter and camaraderie between TJ, Gaby, and Roger! Moore did a great job of solidifying their friendship and creating witty dialogue.
Overall, this book had elements of romance, mystery, and fantasy. Moore throws in the supernatural, with demons representing the seven deadly sins, witches, and Demetri! There is definitely something for everyone and even a touch of romance (not as much as I prefer, but I can tell it's coming)! I will definitely be reading book 2, and so excited to have this advanced copy!
⭐⭐⭐⭐ - 4 Stars
🔥🔥2.5 - Spice. The spice potential is there!
Overall, this book had elements of romance, mystery, and fantasy. Moore throws in the supernatural, with demons representing the seven deadly sins, witches, and Demetri! There is definitely something for everyone and even a touch of romance (not as much as I prefer, but I can tell it's coming)! I will definitely be reading book 2, and so excited to have this advanced copy!
⭐⭐⭐⭐ - 4 Stars
🔥🔥2.5 - Spice. The spice potential is there!
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