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The River #9
It Walks At Night
In the quiet town of Clearlake, something dark and evil roams the streets at night, searching for a victim to haul into the forest and kill. When it targets Eliza’s son, forces are quickly aligned to fight it. Eliza asks for help from Steven and Roy, her friends in Seattle who have “the gift,” an ability to see things others cannot by entering a place called “The River.”
Their battle will take them to dark mausoleums and haunted groves. The answer may lie in the hands of a reclusive woman, a specialist in death… or it may revolve around a stalker, a man intent on creating an abomination.
Eliza, Steven, and Roy have worked together before, but the creatures that walk the streets of Clearlake will challenge them, bringing them to the edge of disaster.
It Walks At Night is a fast-paced horror/paranormal mystery, and the ninth book in The River series.
Praise for The River Series from Amazon readers:
“Truly scary.”
"Finally found a book that got under my nerves!"
“Couldn't put it down...wanted the story to go on and on.”
“Very few authors can pull me in immediately and make me feel as though I were reading about old friends. Stephen King always has, and I can now add Michael Richan to the list.”
"Awesome ghost story with wonderful characters and a great plot!"
“Some of the most delightful reading I have done in a long time.”
"This was a great horror book. I absolutely loved it, and I know you will too! Keep the lights on when reading!"
Their battle will take them to dark mausoleums and haunted groves. The answer may lie in the hands of a reclusive woman, a specialist in death… or it may revolve around a stalker, a man intent on creating an abomination.
Eliza, Steven, and Roy have worked together before, but the creatures that walk the streets of Clearlake will challenge them, bringing them to the edge of disaster.
It Walks At Night is a fast-paced horror/paranormal mystery, and the ninth book in The River series.
Praise for The River Series from Amazon readers:
“Truly scary.”
"Finally found a book that got under my nerves!"
“Couldn't put it down...wanted the story to go on and on.”
“Very few authors can pull me in immediately and make me feel as though I were reading about old friends. Stephen King always has, and I can now add Michael Richan to the list.”
"Awesome ghost story with wonderful characters and a great plot!"
“Some of the most delightful reading I have done in a long time.”
"This was a great horror book. I absolutely loved it, and I know you will too! Keep the lights on when reading!"
240 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 16, 2015
24 people are currently reading
77 people want to read
About the author
Michael Richan
55 books129 followersMichael Richan lives in Washington State. He has written horror fiction for over forty years.
He's the author of several best selling series, including "The River," 'The Downwinders," and "The Dark River." All are set within The River universe.
He's also the author of other best selling titles such as "The Haunting of Pitmon House", "The Coldwater Haunting", and "The Seances".
Visit michaelrichan.com to learn more about the series and to see a suggested reading order. Follow Michael via email and receive the free novella "Residual". You can also follow him via Twitter @michaelrichan.
He's the author of several best selling series, including "The River," 'The Downwinders," and "The Dark River." All are set within The River universe.
He's also the author of other best selling titles such as "The Haunting of Pitmon House", "The Coldwater Haunting", and "The Seances".
Visit michaelrichan.com to learn more about the series and to see a suggested reading order. Follow Michael via email and receive the free novella "Residual". You can also follow him via Twitter @michaelrichan.
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April 17, 2015
IT WALKS AT NIGHT is the ninth book in the River series--not counting the novella, RESIDUAL, that comes in between books one and two. (FREE on Michael Richan's website!)
This is a more self-contained story, and as such, I feel it can be read as a standalone novel with minimum prior knowledge. The characters of Roy and Stephen are called to help their gifted friend, Eliza when reanimated corpses begin trying to kidnap her young son, Troy. A few new characters are introduced, but only to further this particular storyline.
The story didn't veer too much from its main theme at any point, but each of the scenes were quite memorable on their own. There was one character in particular that I would have liked to have learned more about, and would love to see return in a future novel.
Roy's personality is in top form (for Roy!), and there were many laugh-out-loud moments as a result of this. I also enjoyed the fact that Richan put more emphasis on Eliza's son, especially now that he's nearing the stage where he may be discovering his own abilities in the not-too-distant future.
Another great addition to the River series and return of m favorite Father/Son duo!
Recommended!
This is a more self-contained story, and as such, I feel it can be read as a standalone novel with minimum prior knowledge. The characters of Roy and Stephen are called to help their gifted friend, Eliza when reanimated corpses begin trying to kidnap her young son, Troy. A few new characters are introduced, but only to further this particular storyline.
The story didn't veer too much from its main theme at any point, but each of the scenes were quite memorable on their own. There was one character in particular that I would have liked to have learned more about, and would love to see return in a future novel.
Roy's personality is in top form (for Roy!), and there were many laugh-out-loud moments as a result of this. I also enjoyed the fact that Richan put more emphasis on Eliza's son, especially now that he's nearing the stage where he may be discovering his own abilities in the not-too-distant future.
Another great addition to the River series and return of m favorite Father/Son duo!
Recommended!
April 23, 2015
It Walks at Night by Michael Richan is the 9th book in the River series. Eliza son Troy, has become the target of reanimating corpses who want to kidnap him. Eliza calls on her gifted friends Roy and Steven from Seattle for help. It seems no matter what the trio does, it can't stop the corpses from rising at night and going after Troy. There are a few twist and turns in this story and it really makes it work. It would not surprise me to see one of the new characters in this book show up in future tales by Richan. I think this book can stand on its own with very little knowledge of the other books in the series. If you are a River reader, this is a must!
June 18, 2015
Here, to me, is the test of an excellent book: do the characters come alive for me, do they matter to me, do I want to join them on their journey? For every book the The River" and the "Downwinders" series, the answer is an enthusiastic "YES!"
Steven, Roy, and Eliza seem like old friends at this point. I'm so happy to see them again in another adventure.
As I've stated in previous reviews, I'm not going to rehash plot points. I'm just putting my 2 cents in, and encourage anyone who loves an original, thought provoking read, buy these books! I promise you will not be disappointed!
Steven, Roy, and Eliza seem like old friends at this point. I'm so happy to see them again in another adventure.
As I've stated in previous reviews, I'm not going to rehash plot points. I'm just putting my 2 cents in, and encourage anyone who loves an original, thought provoking read, buy these books! I promise you will not be disappointed!
April 20, 2015
M.R. has done it again! Very imaginative and well told. I can always "see" the world of Roy, Steven and Eliza. I absolutely love these characters. Putting aside the fact that they're gifted, they are so very real and believable. Would be great to have anyone of them as a friend or neighbor.
Can't wait for the next one!
Can't wait for the next one!
October 4, 2017
Interesting
The worlds and characters created are unique and believable... When you're wrapped inside, it's hard to leave...I only wish it lasted longer than 3 hours!
The worlds and characters created are unique and believable... When you're wrapped inside, it's hard to leave...I only wish it lasted longer than 3 hours!
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