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The Killing Fields Of The Chupacabra: A Nicole Beretti Thriller
In the dead of night, bodies are found drained and broken, abandoned in an open field and inside a quiet trailer park. There are no footprints. No tracks. No obvious sign of how the predator arrived or where it went. This is not a creature drawn to livestock or easy prey. It's focused on hunting humans.
For FBI Special Agent Nicole Beretti and her partner Noah Jacobi, this case breaks from everything they have faced before. They have hunted cryptids that leave signs, patterns, and boundaries. This one follows none of those rules. Every assumption is useless, every instinct suspect, and the ground beneath them can no longer be trusted.
As panic spreads and the death toll rises, Beretti and Jacobi are joined by a new team member whose expertise may be their only advantage against a killer that refuses to be seen. Together, they race to uncover the truth behind a predator that uses the land itself as cover, striking without warning and vanishing before anyone can react.
The deeper they dig, the clearer it becomes. This is not an animal acting on hunger alone. It is a hunter exploiting the one place humans never think to look.
And by the time they realize how close it has been all along, it may already be too late.
For FBI Special Agent Nicole Beretti and her partner Noah Jacobi, this case breaks from everything they have faced before. They have hunted cryptids that leave signs, patterns, and boundaries. This one follows none of those rules. Every assumption is useless, every instinct suspect, and the ground beneath them can no longer be trusted.
As panic spreads and the death toll rises, Beretti and Jacobi are joined by a new team member whose expertise may be their only advantage against a killer that refuses to be seen. Together, they race to uncover the truth behind a predator that uses the land itself as cover, striking without warning and vanishing before anyone can react.
The deeper they dig, the clearer it becomes. This is not an animal acting on hunger alone. It is a hunter exploiting the one place humans never think to look.
And by the time they realize how close it has been all along, it may already be too late.
186 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 30, 2026
About the author
Luka T. Jacobs
133 books59 followersLuka T. Jacobs is an author with a passion for cryptids, particularly Sasquatch and Dogman. Originally hailing from Sydney, Australia, Luka now calls the picturesque Illawarra region of New South Wales home, where she resides with her partner and their cheeky little dog, Finnigan.
With a deep love for animals and a keen sense of adventure, Luka's fascination with the mysteries of the natural world fuels her storytelling. Drawing from her background in Graphic Design and Art, she brings a unique visual flair to her writing.
As an avid traveller and explorer of the unknown, Luka continues to seek inspiration from the wild and untamed corners of the world, eager to share her imaginative worlds with readers everywhere.
With a deep love for animals and a keen sense of adventure, Luka's fascination with the mysteries of the natural world fuels her storytelling. Drawing from her background in Graphic Design and Art, she brings a unique visual flair to her writing.
As an avid traveller and explorer of the unknown, Luka continues to seek inspiration from the wild and untamed corners of the world, eager to share her imaginative worlds with readers everywhere.
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February 5, 2026
5 ⭐️ always. These silly books bring me such joy I can’t fully express my love. I loved the introduction to a new cryptid and the relationship between our two main characters is so incredibly sweet. They just get better and better.
February 3, 2026
My scoring system
⭐ Don't quit your day job
⭐⭐ It was tough to finish
⭐⭐⭐ A solid read
⭐⭐⭐⭐ That was fun!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I need more. If you don't give it, I'm going to kidnap you Misery-style, without shattering your ankles, of course.
There's a new kid on the block (well, in more ways than one actually) as Beretti and Jacobi are dealing with a Chupacabra. After taking on both Bigfoot and Dogman in her previous books, Jacobs introduces a new cryptid, the infamous goatsucker, although our bovine friends dat not seem to be at the top of the menu.
Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love Jacobs' earlier books but it is refreshing to see a new cryptid. The interaction between Jacobi and Beretti, as well as the new teammember again flows effortlessly and as I've mentioned before, the growth in their professional relationship is wonderful to see.
I really tried pacing myself again, which wasn't a complete succes. At one point, you're feeling fine after 20% of the book but before you know it, the epilogue rears its ugly head. 😉
⭐ Don't quit your day job
⭐⭐ It was tough to finish
⭐⭐⭐ A solid read
⭐⭐⭐⭐ That was fun!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I need more. If you don't give it, I'm going to kidnap you Misery-style, without shattering your ankles, of course.
There's a new kid on the block (well, in more ways than one actually) as Beretti and Jacobi are dealing with a Chupacabra. After taking on both Bigfoot and Dogman in her previous books, Jacobs introduces a new cryptid, the infamous goatsucker, although our bovine friends dat not seem to be at the top of the menu.
Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love Jacobs' earlier books but it is refreshing to see a new cryptid. The interaction between Jacobi and Beretti, as well as the new teammember again flows effortlessly and as I've mentioned before, the growth in their professional relationship is wonderful to see.
I really tried pacing myself again, which wasn't a complete succes. At one point, you're feeling fine after 20% of the book but before you know it, the epilogue rears its ugly head. 😉
February 4, 2026
Impressive, scary, and fun!
As usual, I am very pleased and impressed with this offering by one of my favorite authors. Her plot is well thought out, the action is inter spaced well throughout the story, and the monster is one that is definitely not common!
I love the verbal interplay between Beretti and Jacobi, and the introduction of the new character went smoothly. Brooks seems to be a character who fits well with the team and I look forward to seeing more of her in the future.
As usual, I am very pleased and impressed with this offering by one of my favorite authors. Her plot is well thought out, the action is inter spaced well throughout the story, and the monster is one that is definitely not common!
I love the verbal interplay between Beretti and Jacobi, and the introduction of the new character went smoothly. Brooks seems to be a character who fits well with the team and I look forward to seeing more of her in the future.
January 30, 2026
Creature
Beretti and Jacobi have recovered from their encounter in Australia. Their next job takes them to Texas to face a creature that is attacking unseen. This creature is fast and seems to be moving underground. They have a new partner. They are racing the clock before it attacks again. Action-packed creature feature.
Beretti and Jacobi have recovered from their encounter in Australia. Their next job takes them to Texas to face a creature that is attacking unseen. This creature is fast and seems to be moving underground. They have a new partner. They are racing the clock before it attacks again. Action-packed creature feature.
January 31, 2026
Another action packed, Creature feature from Luka.T.Jacobs.
Yes, you guessed it, Beretti, Jacobs and a new team member come up against a Chupacabra. One that plans its attacks and adapts. Another great creature feature from Luka.T.Jacobs. Enjoy.
Yes, you guessed it, Beretti, Jacobs and a new team member come up against a Chupacabra. One that plans its attacks and adapts. Another great creature feature from Luka.T.Jacobs. Enjoy.
August 11, 2026
Fast-paced, creepy and great fun
Another really enjoyable Nicole Beretti thriller from Luka T. Jacobs. The Killing Fields of the Chupacabra has plenty of action, mystery and creepy atmosphere, and it kept me interested right through to the end. I especially liked the way the cryptid element was worked into the story without slowing the pace. If you enjoy monster mysteries, strange creatures and fast-moving thrillers, this one is well worth reading. Five stars from me.
Another really enjoyable Nicole Beretti thriller from Luka T. Jacobs. The Killing Fields of the Chupacabra has plenty of action, mystery and creepy atmosphere, and it kept me interested right through to the end. I especially liked the way the cryptid element was worked into the story without slowing the pace. If you enjoy monster mysteries, strange creatures and fast-moving thrillers, this one is well worth reading. Five stars from me.
February 14, 2026
Another good story
I would've liked a better description of the chupacabra. It was really sparse. Usually if it's Bigfoot or Dogman, it's very descriptive.
Luka keeps you hanging on the last page, that's totally unrelated to the monster. Are we finally going to see the long awaited hook-up?
I would've liked a better description of the chupacabra. It was really sparse. Usually if it's Bigfoot or Dogman, it's very descriptive.
Luka keeps you hanging on the last page, that's totally unrelated to the monster. Are we finally going to see the long awaited hook-up?
February 20, 2026
Consistently exciting adventure
Jacobs novels ate consistently exciting and fun. Underlying tension between Beretta and Jacobi just add to the tension while hunting the blood thirsty monster.
Jacobs novels ate consistently exciting and fun. Underlying tension between Beretta and Jacobi just add to the tension while hunting the blood thirsty monster.
February 25, 2026
Miss Jacobs is a genius!
I've read everything Luka jacobs has written. Her story telling is top notch. Character development is so good, I feel like I'm friends with them. Read her books. Trust me!!!
I've read everything Luka jacobs has written. Her story telling is top notch. Character development is so good, I feel like I'm friends with them. Read her books. Trust me!!!
May 21, 2026
Amazing
This was a good addition to the series. Too short wished it lasted a little longer. Excited to see where Beretti and Jacobi's relationship will go. Good characters and plot as usual.
This was a good addition to the series. Too short wished it lasted a little longer. Excited to see where Beretti and Jacobi's relationship will go. Good characters and plot as usual.
July 2, 2026
One of the best!
Love the new character. It will be interesting to see how she fits with such A tight couple that obviously love each other. And great twist on the chupi. An ambush predator.. Whoda thought?
Love the new character. It will be interesting to see how she fits with such A tight couple that obviously love each other. And great twist on the chupi. An ambush predator.. Whoda thought?
February 2, 2026
5 Stars
Nicole Beretta and Noah Jacobi head to Texas where a creature has been killing and sucking the blood out of it's victims. 5 Stars
Nicole Beretta and Noah Jacobi head to Texas where a creature has been killing and sucking the blood out of it's victims. 5 Stars
February 3, 2026
Good story
Enjoyed reading different than others books but good. Do like the agents. They work very well together, always looking out for each other.
Enjoyed reading different than others books but good. Do like the agents. They work very well together, always looking out for each other.
February 13, 2026
Another great book
I have become a great fan of Luke's work and Berreti and Jacobi. Looking forward to your next book soon.
I have become a great fan of Luke's work and Berreti and Jacobi. Looking forward to your next book soon.
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