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Redemption Post Mortem: A Twisty Paranormal Thriller
When a recently deceased soul is offered a chance to escape Oblivion, he must locate the lost Book of Remedies—an ancient text of miraculous healing power—before Demons use it to turn Earth into Hell.
What happens when you die? Forget clouds, harps, or fiery pits. Here, bureaucratic Angels—supervised by rival Archangel cabinet members and assisted by poker-playing Demon janitors—run Creation from celestial offices plagued by politics and back stabbing.
When a nameless soul with no memory of his past steps into this surreal afterlife, the Heavenly Department of Justice offers him a go on a mission to expose Satanists and idolaters on Earth. Success will earn him a coveted ticket to Heaven. Failure means eternal Oblivion.
It sounds like a one mission, eternal salvation. Or is it?
For his first—supposedly simple—assignment, the Heavenly Department of Health equips him with a flawless body and sends him to stop a demonic ritual. He succeeds and in the process saves the intended human sacrifice, Nora, a beautiful and mysterious woman who sparks feelings he can’t identify or understand. To his misfortune, our hero finds fragments at the ritual site from the long-lost Book of Remedies, a powerful artifact Demons could claim to reshape the world in Hell’s image.
Just as he was so close to Heaven, his mission takes an unexpected turn—he must now find the Book of Remedies before the Demons do and destroy it. Battling both mortal and supernatural foes through desert war zones where loyalties shift like sand, he faces treachery, betrayal, and temptation—especially when fate reunites him with Nora, who joins him on his quest… and in his bed. And just when he thinks he’s earned redemption, he discovers his “final” mission is only the beginning…
Strap in for a supernatural thrill ride as John Constantine meets Indiana Jones on a globe-trotting quest spanning physical and spiritual planes in a hunt for a dangerous artifact sought by Angels, Demons, and humans alike. Fans of James Rollins and high-stakes urban fantasy will love this romantic, action-packed adventure.
What happens when you die? Forget clouds, harps, or fiery pits. Here, bureaucratic Angels—supervised by rival Archangel cabinet members and assisted by poker-playing Demon janitors—run Creation from celestial offices plagued by politics and back stabbing.
When a nameless soul with no memory of his past steps into this surreal afterlife, the Heavenly Department of Justice offers him a go on a mission to expose Satanists and idolaters on Earth. Success will earn him a coveted ticket to Heaven. Failure means eternal Oblivion.
It sounds like a one mission, eternal salvation. Or is it?
For his first—supposedly simple—assignment, the Heavenly Department of Health equips him with a flawless body and sends him to stop a demonic ritual. He succeeds and in the process saves the intended human sacrifice, Nora, a beautiful and mysterious woman who sparks feelings he can’t identify or understand. To his misfortune, our hero finds fragments at the ritual site from the long-lost Book of Remedies, a powerful artifact Demons could claim to reshape the world in Hell’s image.
Just as he was so close to Heaven, his mission takes an unexpected turn—he must now find the Book of Remedies before the Demons do and destroy it. Battling both mortal and supernatural foes through desert war zones where loyalties shift like sand, he faces treachery, betrayal, and temptation—especially when fate reunites him with Nora, who joins him on his quest… and in his bed. And just when he thinks he’s earned redemption, he discovers his “final” mission is only the beginning…
Strap in for a supernatural thrill ride as John Constantine meets Indiana Jones on a globe-trotting quest spanning physical and spiritual planes in a hunt for a dangerous artifact sought by Angels, Demons, and humans alike. Fans of James Rollins and high-stakes urban fantasy will love this romantic, action-packed adventure.
364 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 9, 2025
About the author
Vincent Sammy
59 books4 followersVincent Sammy is a South African freelance illustrator working in the field of Horror, Fantasy, The Macabre, Sci-fi, and most things weird.
He has been featured in Interzone, Black Static, Beware the Dark, Something Wicked, Pandemonium books as well as artwork featured in the 2012 movie Chronicle as well as in the 2015 movie Tiger House.
He was the the 2016 cover artist for Interzone.
Sammy was a 2016 BSFA Award nominee in the category if Best Artwork, and was also the runner-up in the 2012 This is Horror - Artist of the year awards and was nominated again in 2013.
He has been featured in Interzone, Black Static, Beware the Dark, Something Wicked, Pandemonium books as well as artwork featured in the 2012 movie Chronicle as well as in the 2015 movie Tiger House.
He was the the 2016 cover artist for Interzone.
Sammy was a 2016 BSFA Award nominee in the category if Best Artwork, and was also the runner-up in the 2012 This is Horror - Artist of the year awards and was nominated again in 2013.
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March 7, 2026
A Supernatural Action Thriller
This novel combines elements from Constantine, Supernatural, The Prophecy, and an action hero style adventure, blending the vibe of Bond and Ethan Hunt. The story flows smoothly, and the creative, engaging concept of an afterlife populated by bureaucratic angels and swirling celestial politics adds a unique and captivating touch.
It's clear that the author is a big Star Wars enthusiast. You can spot gentle hints sprinkled throughout, like the mention of the Khyber Pass and references that remind us of the iconic cantina scene. Fans will surely appreciate these clever nods and enjoy catching the wink!
The pacing is solid, the conflict keeps the plot moving, and the characters are interesting rather than generic. I especially enjoyed the portrayal of the angels; their arrogance made them memorable.
From a Christian reader’s perspective, I found the protagonist working with demons a bit unsettling. While one adult scene added some depth to the character, the repeated sexual encounters started to feel a bit excessive over time and gratuitous.
The adventure remains engaging and full of imagination. It's a really enjoyable read overall, and I would happily choose another book by Buchman anytime.
This novel combines elements from Constantine, Supernatural, The Prophecy, and an action hero style adventure, blending the vibe of Bond and Ethan Hunt. The story flows smoothly, and the creative, engaging concept of an afterlife populated by bureaucratic angels and swirling celestial politics adds a unique and captivating touch.
It's clear that the author is a big Star Wars enthusiast. You can spot gentle hints sprinkled throughout, like the mention of the Khyber Pass and references that remind us of the iconic cantina scene. Fans will surely appreciate these clever nods and enjoy catching the wink!
The pacing is solid, the conflict keeps the plot moving, and the characters are interesting rather than generic. I especially enjoyed the portrayal of the angels; their arrogance made them memorable.
From a Christian reader’s perspective, I found the protagonist working with demons a bit unsettling. While one adult scene added some depth to the character, the repeated sexual encounters started to feel a bit excessive over time and gratuitous.
The adventure remains engaging and full of imagination. It's a really enjoyable read overall, and I would happily choose another book by Buchman anytime.
February 24, 2026
This book had a few problems which could have been fixed with a more careful pass by an editor, but the story was unique and interesting. I enjoyed reading this.
It's a mix of so many different genres that it's hard to put a label on it. It is a paranormal thriller, with some fast-paced action, an Indiana Jones style, global treasure hunt, a slight bit of spice, and some clever writing.
Imagine that the universe is run by a bureaucratic organization of angels and demons working together, and they have tasked the soul of a recently deceased individual with carrying out their dirty work. That is the gist of the story without giving too much away.
This wasn't close to the best book I've ever read, but it was good.
It's a mix of so many different genres that it's hard to put a label on it. It is a paranormal thriller, with some fast-paced action, an Indiana Jones style, global treasure hunt, a slight bit of spice, and some clever writing.
Imagine that the universe is run by a bureaucratic organization of angels and demons working together, and they have tasked the soul of a recently deceased individual with carrying out their dirty work. That is the gist of the story without giving too much away.
This wasn't close to the best book I've ever read, but it was good.
April 8, 2026
I received this book as a result of a Goodreads giveaway. I had a really hard time getting into this book. I don't love the writing style and gave up around chapter 7. I think the banter between the characters and the forced hatred was a little over the top. This might have been easier if it were an audio book. I think this is one of those books that a talented narrator could totally change the experience.
July 12, 2026
While this is not exactly the type of book I would grab, I did enjoy it.
Story takes place between different realms, with the MC bouncing back and forth between. Written in a great balance and descriptive enough to make it plausible.
Story merges fantasy with religion and different real life geographic locations. Different missions for the sake of humanity.
I'll seek out other books from.this author.
#goodreadsgiveaway
Story takes place between different realms, with the MC bouncing back and forth between. Written in a great balance and descriptive enough to make it plausible.
Story merges fantasy with religion and different real life geographic locations. Different missions for the sake of humanity.
I'll seek out other books from.this author.
#goodreadsgiveaway
January 30, 2026
Inventive
Redemption was wildly entertaining. The afterlife bureaucracy is clever, the stakes are high, and the twists keep coming. Blending, paranormal thriller, dark humor, and romance this story delivers nonstop momentum. It is fresh with a great take on angels and demons.
Redemption was wildly entertaining. The afterlife bureaucracy is clever, the stakes are high, and the twists keep coming. Blending, paranormal thriller, dark humor, and romance this story delivers nonstop momentum. It is fresh with a great take on angels and demons.
March 4, 2026
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Alright now, this here book come in loud and strange right from page one and it aint shy about it neither. Instead of some soft fluffy afterlife mess, you get angels acting like office workers and demons running around doing cleanup duty while everybody arguing over rules and power. Felt less like heaven and more like a courthouse that never closes, and honestly that was one of the best parts of the whole thing.
The main fella wakes up dead with no memory and got no clue who he is or what he done. Normally that kinda thing makes me roll my eyes, but it works here cause everything around him is just as confusing. They send him on what supposed to be an easy mission, and of course it turns into a full blown mess with danger coming from every direction. Once the hunt for that Book of Remedies kicks off, the story starts moving fast and barely slows down.
The adventure side of this book is strong. You got fights, betrayals, traveling all over, and plenty of supernatural trouble chasing everybody around. It reads like a big action movie playing in your head. Sometimes though the story piles on so much lore and explanation that it slows things down when all I wanted was to get back to the action.
Nora shows up and adds some heart to the story, but that romance jumps ahead quicker than it probably should. One minute they barely know each other and next thing feelings are running deep. It works enough to keep things interesting, just could have used a little more buildup.
What I liked most is how bold the whole thing feels. The writer took big swings and did not play safe. The world is weird, creative, and different from most stuff in this genre. What holds it back a little is trying to do too much at once, which makes parts feel crowded.
End of the day, this was a fun and wild ride with plenty of action and imagination. Not perfect, but it kept me turning pages and wanting to see what kind of chaos was coming next.
I give it a 4 outta 5 Catfish.
Alright now, this here book come in loud and strange right from page one and it aint shy about it neither. Instead of some soft fluffy afterlife mess, you get angels acting like office workers and demons running around doing cleanup duty while everybody arguing over rules and power. Felt less like heaven and more like a courthouse that never closes, and honestly that was one of the best parts of the whole thing.
The main fella wakes up dead with no memory and got no clue who he is or what he done. Normally that kinda thing makes me roll my eyes, but it works here cause everything around him is just as confusing. They send him on what supposed to be an easy mission, and of course it turns into a full blown mess with danger coming from every direction. Once the hunt for that Book of Remedies kicks off, the story starts moving fast and barely slows down.
The adventure side of this book is strong. You got fights, betrayals, traveling all over, and plenty of supernatural trouble chasing everybody around. It reads like a big action movie playing in your head. Sometimes though the story piles on so much lore and explanation that it slows things down when all I wanted was to get back to the action.
Nora shows up and adds some heart to the story, but that romance jumps ahead quicker than it probably should. One minute they barely know each other and next thing feelings are running deep. It works enough to keep things interesting, just could have used a little more buildup.
What I liked most is how bold the whole thing feels. The writer took big swings and did not play safe. The world is weird, creative, and different from most stuff in this genre. What holds it back a little is trying to do too much at once, which makes parts feel crowded.
End of the day, this was a fun and wild ride with plenty of action and imagination. Not perfect, but it kept me turning pages and wanting to see what kind of chaos was coming next.
I give it a 4 outta 5 Catfish.
December 12, 2025
A soul involved in a pilot program from heaven. He is assigned tasks to help humans. He thwarts those demons or humans using their powers and abilities to access innocents. If he screws up he will be sent to oblivion. A great story concept and I would like to read more like this.
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.
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