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Graveyard: Classified #2
The White Night
Yes, you should be afraid of the dark…
A mighty demon sits at the right hand of Satan, and he knows paranormal investigator Ford Atticus Ford by name. Mike Long, too, but what the vile creature covets most lies with little Chelsea Hopper.
As Ford wrestles with the uncertain nature of his future, a different kind of evil storms into his world, proving that not all demons are inhuman. Her name is Lauren Coeburn, a television host wearing designer heels and a two-faced smile. Trailing in her wake is one of the most elusive and terrifying paranormal entities in existence—the black-eyed children.
Meanwhile, Mike’s life is slowly crumbling. A panicked, early morning phone call from a haunted angel brings new hope, but it’s costly, and Mike may just learn what it’s like to be on the other side of judgment’s gavel.
Then there’s Chelsea. Dear, dear Chelsea…and the black dread lurking inside her dreams.
A mighty demon sits at the right hand of Satan, and he knows paranormal investigator Ford Atticus Ford by name. Mike Long, too, but what the vile creature covets most lies with little Chelsea Hopper.
As Ford wrestles with the uncertain nature of his future, a different kind of evil storms into his world, proving that not all demons are inhuman. Her name is Lauren Coeburn, a television host wearing designer heels and a two-faced smile. Trailing in her wake is one of the most elusive and terrifying paranormal entities in existence—the black-eyed children.
Meanwhile, Mike’s life is slowly crumbling. A panicked, early morning phone call from a haunted angel brings new hope, but it’s costly, and Mike may just learn what it’s like to be on the other side of judgment’s gavel.
Then there’s Chelsea. Dear, dear Chelsea…and the black dread lurking inside her dreams.
381 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 13, 2015
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September 7, 2017
The White Night (The Graveyard #2) by Desmond Doane is almost as creepy and scary as the first but just a tiny bit less. Not much less. I read book one straight through and immediately got this and read this right through. They are some creepy books! In this book, Mike and Ford are both dealing with separate issues at the same time. Both just as terrible but I think Ford's is worse. One is facing a demon and one is facing children with no eyes, just blackness where their eyes should be. There are lots of twists and way too many scary parts. Also, along with their stories, Chelsea, the 5 year old that was in their show that they let get hurt by a demon, is now 7 years old and has nightmares every night. The book tracks her story too. Boy is it getting creepy! I can't wait to get to book three!
August 28, 2015
3.5 stars.
In a lot of ways, this is leaps and bounds better than The Dark Man. In some other ways, it manages to fall shorter than ever before. Let me explain.
The good news: We get multiple points of view this time. We get to delve into Mike's character a little more, and even if he is a walking cliche, there are a few unique aspects about his character that make him worth reading about. We even get let in (briefly, and awkwardly) on some of the other characters, like Chelsea and even newcomer Dakota. Dakota is interesting in her own right, although the outcome for her is mind-numbingly predictable, and it was nice to check in on Chelsea, especially toward the end when the setup for the next book hit full throttle.
Lots of creepy moments in this one, too. Again, nothing horrifying, but certainly unsettling, and not in a cheap, gory kind of way, either. Doane incorporates creepypasta elements that I've not seen done well in other books, so hats off to him here, as well.
But just like his last book, the female characters are either non-existent or props for the males, who are constantly, and I do mean constantly, checking them out. Ford considers hate-f*****g the female pop culture personality who took him down (and ultimately, when she meets a gruesome fate, fails to even mourn her, and especially doesn't worry about having almost killed her more than he worries about his dog). Mike's only commentary on his wife, besides lamenting about how much he doesn't like her anymore, is that she has a nice butt. Dakota, vulnerable and afraid, is constantly subjected to Mike's inner commentary on her figure, her breasts, how much of a better, younger model of his wife she is. It's gross, honestly, and sad that when we do get more female characters, they're reduced to objects and tropes.
The harpy wife. The evil seductress. The "girl next door" who cooks and massages the male character's ego. The victim. The crone.
It's painfully predictable, and it manages to ruin a good part of the story for me, which is why Doane has yet to receive more than 3.5 stars from me as of yet. Now, that being said, I do absolutely look forward to his next book and I'm impressed with his turnaround time for these. Seems like he's releasing once a month, and I have to admire and respect that kind of dedication and work ethic. The story itself is very good and leaves me curious for more.
But also... are we going to get any resolution to that unsolved mystery in the first book? Because I'm still waiting.
In a lot of ways, this is leaps and bounds better than The Dark Man. In some other ways, it manages to fall shorter than ever before. Let me explain.
The good news: We get multiple points of view this time. We get to delve into Mike's character a little more, and even if he is a walking cliche, there are a few unique aspects about his character that make him worth reading about. We even get let in (briefly, and awkwardly) on some of the other characters, like Chelsea and even newcomer Dakota. Dakota is interesting in her own right, although the outcome for her is mind-numbingly predictable, and it was nice to check in on Chelsea, especially toward the end when the setup for the next book hit full throttle.
Lots of creepy moments in this one, too. Again, nothing horrifying, but certainly unsettling, and not in a cheap, gory kind of way, either. Doane incorporates creepypasta elements that I've not seen done well in other books, so hats off to him here, as well.
But just like his last book, the female characters are either non-existent or props for the males, who are constantly, and I do mean constantly, checking them out. Ford considers hate-f*****g the female pop culture personality who took him down (and ultimately, when she meets a gruesome fate, fails to even mourn her, and especially doesn't worry about having almost killed her more than he worries about his dog). Mike's only commentary on his wife, besides lamenting about how much he doesn't like her anymore, is that she has a nice butt. Dakota, vulnerable and afraid, is constantly subjected to Mike's inner commentary on her figure, her breasts, how much of a better, younger model of his wife she is. It's gross, honestly, and sad that when we do get more female characters, they're reduced to objects and tropes.
The harpy wife. The evil seductress. The "girl next door" who cooks and massages the male character's ego. The victim. The crone.
It's painfully predictable, and it manages to ruin a good part of the story for me, which is why Doane has yet to receive more than 3.5 stars from me as of yet. Now, that being said, I do absolutely look forward to his next book and I'm impressed with his turnaround time for these. Seems like he's releasing once a month, and I have to admire and respect that kind of dedication and work ethic. The story itself is very good and leaves me curious for more.
But also... are we going to get any resolution to that unsolved mystery in the first book? Because I'm still waiting.
April 26, 2021
The Graveyard Classified
#2 The White Night
Rating : 4.5
"I wish people no matter what they believe, would understand the significance of what we're trying to unleash upon the world."
Ford and Mike is on a battle with a mighty demon. Different kinds of evil activities unleashes creating a mess in Ford's life, but he is prepared to battle the demon anyway. Mike discovers that his perfect life is not what it looks like, even though he knew it was not since a long time. It leaves him crumpled. Then there is Chelsea who deserves not this black dread that is lurking inside her dreams, affecting her life.
👉The style of writing and the developments of the story is interesting.
👉Introducing Mike's point of view and not ford's alone, brought in much more clarity to the story.
👉Focusing on the life of celebrities and how their life crumbles down, even when they look perfect to the outside world proves that they too are normal human beings.
👉Even when things are not that great, the desire to come out of that situation and fight the demon shows the courage to fight for Life.
👉Though I found mixed reviews about the book, I liked it.
👉The ending was much better than the first books from the series.
#2 The White Night
Rating : 4.5
"I wish people no matter what they believe, would understand the significance of what we're trying to unleash upon the world."
Ford and Mike is on a battle with a mighty demon. Different kinds of evil activities unleashes creating a mess in Ford's life, but he is prepared to battle the demon anyway. Mike discovers that his perfect life is not what it looks like, even though he knew it was not since a long time. It leaves him crumpled. Then there is Chelsea who deserves not this black dread that is lurking inside her dreams, affecting her life.
👉The style of writing and the developments of the story is interesting.
👉Introducing Mike's point of view and not ford's alone, brought in much more clarity to the story.
👉Focusing on the life of celebrities and how their life crumbles down, even when they look perfect to the outside world proves that they too are normal human beings.
👉Even when things are not that great, the desire to come out of that situation and fight the demon shows the courage to fight for Life.
👉Though I found mixed reviews about the book, I liked it.
👉The ending was much better than the first books from the series.
September 20, 2018
Decent story, but garbage compared to the first one
I hated how each chapter rotated perspectives. Mike and Ford didnt even meet until litterally the last few pages. Story was kind of interesting but nothing special. Gonna give the third book a shot only because I really did like the first one.
I hated how each chapter rotated perspectives. Mike and Ford didnt even meet until litterally the last few pages. Story was kind of interesting but nothing special. Gonna give the third book a shot only because I really did like the first one.
September 1, 2018
Whoever told you not to be scared of the dark was wrong. There are plenty of things hiding in the darkness that you should be afraid of. There’s a mighty demon sitting by the right hand of Satan, himself, and he knows Ford Atticus Ford by name. He knows Mike Long, too, but he doesn’t want either of them nearly as much as he wants to get his claws onto little Chelsea Hopper. Ford is wrestling with the uncertainty of his future and trying to make peace with the mistakes from his past. But, suddenly, a different kind of evil storms into his life, and proves that notall demons are inhuman. Her name is Lauren Coeburn, a beautiful television host wearing high heels and a two faced smile. She’s the very television host who crucified Ford on her show, after the Chelsea Hopper incident. Trailing in her wake is one of the most elusive, terrifying paranormal entities in existence, the black eyed children. Meanwhile, Mike Long’s life is falling apart. When he receives a terrified, early morning phone call, a haunted angel brings him some hope, but it comes at a dangerous and terrible price. This time, Mike may be the one who ends up in the judgement seat. Then, there’s sweet, little Chelsea as she deals with the aftermath of what she’s been through and with the black dread in her nightmares.
If you’re a fan of the show, Ghosthunters, or authors like Stephen King or Joe Hill, Desmond Doane’s writing will be right up your alley. In a trilogy, the second book doesn’t always live up to the first or third books, but, in this case, it’s actually even better than the first. You get more backstory for Ford and Mike. And, since this one alternates points of view between Ford, Mike, and Chelsea, you get a lot of good insight as far as who they really are. And, this book was so suspenseful, I couldn’t put it down. There were a few scenes that were very scary. I enjoyed every moment of The White Night and can’t wait to read the next book!
If you’re a fan of the show, Ghosthunters, or authors like Stephen King or Joe Hill, Desmond Doane’s writing will be right up your alley. In a trilogy, the second book doesn’t always live up to the first or third books, but, in this case, it’s actually even better than the first. You get more backstory for Ford and Mike. And, since this one alternates points of view between Ford, Mike, and Chelsea, you get a lot of good insight as far as who they really are. And, this book was so suspenseful, I couldn’t put it down. There were a few scenes that were very scary. I enjoyed every moment of The White Night and can’t wait to read the next book!
July 17, 2025
middle book syndrome
June 24, 2017
Funny and creeepy... loved it!
December 28, 2020
Doane picks up the stories of Ford and Mike in two concurrently running mystery/adventures where in Ford finds himself going up against the mysterious black-eyed children and Mike finds himself going head-to-head with another demon. We get much deeper into Mike’s disaster of a life this time, which proves even more interesting than the demon he is preparing to confront.
As for Ford, his problem is brought to him by a woman he hates, which again proves he is a fundamentally decent man. He puts away the very real harm this woman has done him to try and save her life.
Both mysteries were absolutely fascinating, but there’s an even darker third storyline developing. Little Chelsea Hopper, now seven years old, is still being haunted by the demon that injured her. Unfortunately, she can’t tell anyone, and we can watch it corrupting the poor little girl. That cannot bode well for Ford as he tries to learn enough to save the little girl he failed so disastrously when she was five years old.
This novel charges forward from beginning to end and will leave you ready to leap immediately into the next (and final?) book of the series.
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As for Ford, his problem is brought to him by a woman he hates, which again proves he is a fundamentally decent man. He puts away the very real harm this woman has done him to try and save her life.
Both mysteries were absolutely fascinating, but there’s an even darker third storyline developing. Little Chelsea Hopper, now seven years old, is still being haunted by the demon that injured her. Unfortunately, she can’t tell anyone, and we can watch it corrupting the poor little girl. That cannot bode well for Ford as he tries to learn enough to save the little girl he failed so disastrously when she was five years old.
This novel charges forward from beginning to end and will leave you ready to leap immediately into the next (and final?) book of the series.
If you liked this review, you can find more at www.gilbertstack.com/reviews.
February 19, 2023
Good supernatural romp with two separate cases. I always like a detective-like nature of approaching the hauntings, and have a soft spot for stories where mankind plays with things they do not understand and paying the price for it. A reality show about ghost hunters that go horribly wrong is a good basis for a story in my book. Sadly, this sequel is only briefly touching on that bit, although it manages to set up a very compelling cliffhanger.
The hauntings described in this book sound interesting, but it was a bit light on the actual investigating part. I did get increasingly annoyed by both protagonists fawning over the women in the book, never failing to comment on their appearances or desirability. I would love to have less of that and more 'theoretical' ghost hunting.
On itself, I think the book is fine and definitely got some witty writing going on. The author makes a valiant attempt at making the investigations sound scientific enough and the relationships between characters is interesting (save for the drooling protagonists whenever a female dares to show her face). My sincere hope is that the third book in the series can follow up on it.
The hauntings described in this book sound interesting, but it was a bit light on the actual investigating part. I did get increasingly annoyed by both protagonists fawning over the women in the book, never failing to comment on their appearances or desirability. I would love to have less of that and more 'theoretical' ghost hunting.
On itself, I think the book is fine and definitely got some witty writing going on. The author makes a valiant attempt at making the investigations sound scientific enough and the relationships between characters is interesting (save for the drooling protagonists whenever a female dares to show her face). My sincere hope is that the third book in the series can follow up on it.
February 24, 2026
The second in 'The Graveyard' series......and it IS scary and little Chelsea Hopper is still not safe! Ready to meet the 'black eyed children'?
Desmond Doane is a writer who could go a long way....and with this series being almost 10 years old, it is a trilogy you must read, or listen to.....it is that good, and Doane is THAT good of a horror author! Paranormal investigators Ford Atticus Ford, and 'Mike the Exterminator' Long are back. And if you have not read the first book, you might NOT want to go any further.
It has been almost a year since the men had tried to help little Chelsea Hopper in a LIVE Halloween episode when they fail terribly, and almost killing the little girl. Then Ford meets a fellow (but not a friend of his) night time LIVE hollywood news reporter Lauren Coeburn, and she is not alone, because little does Ford and Mike know, Lauren has got 'the black eyed children' following her.....and they want little Chelsea Hopper!
I had such a blast with this second book in the series, that I almost gave it a 5 scream read. However I still HIGHLY recommend this scary tale of demonic possession and dealing with the devil himself.
4.5 Black eyes
Desmond Doane is a writer who could go a long way....and with this series being almost 10 years old, it is a trilogy you must read, or listen to.....it is that good, and Doane is THAT good of a horror author! Paranormal investigators Ford Atticus Ford, and 'Mike the Exterminator' Long are back. And if you have not read the first book, you might NOT want to go any further.
It has been almost a year since the men had tried to help little Chelsea Hopper in a LIVE Halloween episode when they fail terribly, and almost killing the little girl. Then Ford meets a fellow (but not a friend of his) night time LIVE hollywood news reporter Lauren Coeburn, and she is not alone, because little does Ford and Mike know, Lauren has got 'the black eyed children' following her.....and they want little Chelsea Hopper!
I had such a blast with this second book in the series, that I almost gave it a 5 scream read. However I still HIGHLY recommend this scary tale of demonic possession and dealing with the devil himself.
4.5 Black eyes
November 19, 2021
Ford is taking some time off for himself. His friend Mike is at home with his kids and so called wife.
Each starts having their own paranormal experience. Ford has an issue with “the black eyed kids”. Crazy as that sounds and disturbing.
Mike is trying to help a neighbor down the beach from where he lives. She is having a “ghost” issue. The ghost is strong and possessed Mike, but he comes out surviving the scary, disturbing episode.
The characters are amazing. The story amazing.
Each starts having their own paranormal experience. Ford has an issue with “the black eyed kids”. Crazy as that sounds and disturbing.
Mike is trying to help a neighbor down the beach from where he lives. She is having a “ghost” issue. The ghost is strong and possessed Mike, but he comes out surviving the scary, disturbing episode.
The characters are amazing. The story amazing.
July 26, 2018
Good sequel!
I'm really enjoying this series. It's grim and dark and funny and flippant - all at the same time! Ford and Mike are neck deep in supernatural trouble. One thing I've learned from this book is keep a video camera running! It can get you out of a legal jam when things go seriously wrong.
I'm really enjoying this series. It's grim and dark and funny and flippant - all at the same time! Ford and Mike are neck deep in supernatural trouble. One thing I've learned from this book is keep a video camera running! It can get you out of a legal jam when things go seriously wrong.
April 26, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed this second instalment in the Graveyard classified series. I was a little disappointed that the two main characters were rarely together,. Therefore I missed the entertaining, funny , nd heartwarming interactions they would have had. I listened to this on audible where it was expertly narrated! Onto the next and final instalment in the series.
June 9, 2025
Well, this was certainly better than the first book. We learned a little more about the characters and it wasn't like a written ghost hunting book. I don't care for the way the author portrays women or the way the male characters treat and talk about the female characters. Talk about a meat market... I hope the next book improves, but I'm not holding my breath.
July 1, 2025
The suspense continues to ramp up as the author builds toward a final confrontation between Ford and Mike with the demon that is determined to destroy them and 7-year-old Chelsea Hopper. One of the things that I most liked about this book was that it was not a replay of the first book. It genuinely moves forward and I'm looking forward to the next volume.
September 10, 2018
Enjoyable series
This is the second book in what appears to be a trilogy. I enjoyed it a lot, and the thought of the black-eyed children gives me the creeps. Looking forward to reading #3.
This is the second book in what appears to be a trilogy. I enjoyed it a lot, and the thought of the black-eyed children gives me the creeps. Looking forward to reading #3.
September 12, 2018
Boring
I really enjoyed the first book. It had me wanting more. That's why I was so excited to read this book. Unfortunately I was bored. Not impressed. I was going to give the author another shot by reading the next book, but right now I just can't.
I really enjoyed the first book. It had me wanting more. That's why I was so excited to read this book. Unfortunately I was bored. Not impressed. I was going to give the author another shot by reading the next book, but right now I just can't.
November 4, 2018
Whoa, dude...
I didn't think I could like book 2 better than book 2. Boy, was I wrong! I enjoyed reading back and forth between Ford and Mike's stories. It was exciting, I read the whole book in one sitting over 4 hours. Now diving into the conclusion??? We'll see...
I didn't think I could like book 2 better than book 2. Boy, was I wrong! I enjoyed reading back and forth between Ford and Mike's stories. It was exciting, I read the whole book in one sitting over 4 hours. Now diving into the conclusion??? We'll see...
March 5, 2020
Once again into the battle
As much as these books aggravate me, I must continue to read. I hate open ended stories. These books would get a little higher rating from me if there was a little less descriptive lust going on.
As much as these books aggravate me, I must continue to read. I hate open ended stories. These books would get a little higher rating from me if there was a little less descriptive lust going on.
May 7, 2020
Excellent read!
What a great book! I’m terrible at writing catchy phrases to describe why I love a book, but I can be blunt about it! It definitely brings out emotions about fear, betrayal and happy moments. I highly recommend this series and am impatient for the third book!
What a great book! I’m terrible at writing catchy phrases to describe why I love a book, but I can be blunt about it! It definitely brings out emotions about fear, betrayal and happy moments. I highly recommend this series and am impatient for the third book!
July 17, 2020
Taking care of boogerface..
Fast paced story line and many surprises along the way..Love the story and getting ready to read the next book.. Would recommend this series to all paranormal readers!! Thank you!!
Fast paced story line and many surprises along the way..Love the story and getting ready to read the next book.. Would recommend this series to all paranormal readers!! Thank you!!
June 23, 2021
Very intense!
Enjoyed this very much! Started somewhat slow,
but once it picked up it had me glued to each
and every page. I thought the story line was
very interesting! I know I 'll totally enjoy the 3rd
book. Can't wait to see how this ghostly demon
thing ends.
Enjoyed this very much! Started somewhat slow,
but once it picked up it had me glued to each
and every page. I thought the story line was
very interesting! I know I 'll totally enjoy the 3rd
book. Can't wait to see how this ghostly demon
thing ends.
December 24, 2017
I'm reading this 3 book series. I have the 3rd book and want to start on it immediately. Will review when I finish. Great books
June 16, 2020
Holy crap! Those black eyed children scared the mess out of me!
Great book. This one is the scariest of the three in my opinion.
Great book. This one is the scariest of the three in my opinion.
May 16, 2021
Brilliant
Loved this second book in the series. Fast paced from start to finish, hard to put down and creepy enough to interrupt going to sleep!
Loved this second book in the series. Fast paced from start to finish, hard to put down and creepy enough to interrupt going to sleep!
July 28, 2021
Book 2
Fast paced, fun read with just enough suspense to keep you turning the page. Can’t wait to read book 3.
Fast paced, fun read with just enough suspense to keep you turning the page. Can’t wait to read book 3.
January 10, 2024
I like the dual stories. Ford and Long dealing with their own scary story!
September 10, 2024
Loving this series. As a ghost hunter myself this is the best series I've read that truly captures what it can be like.
November 26, 2024
decent story and pacing. still a little purple. starting to wonder if these 3 books wer written as a single story and chopped up to turn it into a trilogy.
February 16, 2025
This was boring and dragged…not much happens for most of the book
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