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Luther Cross #3
Devil's Shadow: A Dark Crossroads Urban Fantasy
Everyone's got a dark side.
You may know me as a dangerously handsome, effortlessly stylish half-demon Luther Cross. That part remains true, but everything else has changed.
There's a war brewing between Heaven and Hell. My only concern is staying off angel radar, but with a power vacuum in Chicago's supernatural underworld, I'm looking at a full-blown demonic turf war--one that will most certainly bring the angels down from their clouds.
That would be inconvenient for me, to say the least. If I'm going cover my own ass--meaning put a stop to this--I'll need some help. Unfortunately, my ally of choice is a centuries-old demon who isn't doing jack for me unless I first do something for her.
And that, well. That's going to piss off a lot of powerful people, including some I once called friends.
You may know me as a dangerously handsome, effortlessly stylish half-demon Luther Cross. That part remains true, but everything else has changed.
There's a war brewing between Heaven and Hell. My only concern is staying off angel radar, but with a power vacuum in Chicago's supernatural underworld, I'm looking at a full-blown demonic turf war--one that will most certainly bring the angels down from their clouds.
That would be inconvenient for me, to say the least. If I'm going cover my own ass--meaning put a stop to this--I'll need some help. Unfortunately, my ally of choice is a centuries-old demon who isn't doing jack for me unless I first do something for her.
And that, well. That's going to piss off a lot of powerful people, including some I once called friends.
- GenresUrban FantasyFantasy
264 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 30, 2018
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About the author
Percival Constantine
95 books72 followersBorn and raised in the Chicagoland area, Percival Constantine grew up on a fairly consistent diet of superhero comics, action movies, video games, and TV shows. At the age of ten, he first began writing and has never really stopped.
Percival has been working in publishing since 2005 in various capacities--author, editor, formatter, letterer--and has written books, short stories, comics, and more. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English and Mass Media from Northeastern Illinois University and a Master of Arts in English and Screenwriting from Southern New Hampshire University.
Currently, Percival lives in southern Japan where he continues to work on new projects and also teaches literature, writing, and film.
You can find him online at PercivalConstantine.com and connect with him on Twitter (@perconstantine) and Facebook (Facebook.com/PercivalConstantine).
Percival has been working in publishing since 2005 in various capacities--author, editor, formatter, letterer--and has written books, short stories, comics, and more. He has a Bachelor of Arts in English and Mass Media from Northeastern Illinois University and a Master of Arts in English and Screenwriting from Southern New Hampshire University.
Currently, Percival lives in southern Japan where he continues to work on new projects and also teaches literature, writing, and film.
You can find him online at PercivalConstantine.com and connect with him on Twitter (@perconstantine) and Facebook (Facebook.com/PercivalConstantine).
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February 8, 2018
Luther you freaking dumb a**! What are you thinking?!
I spent the majority (100%) of this book calling Luther bad names, I mean what a stupid prick being all rude to his friends and not listening to his better self. Rarely do I enjoy sequels more than the original, but by golly, I really have loved them! I can't wait to see what Luther decides to do, I am with Celeste, I feel he is still in there some where. All of this could have been avoided had Allistair been up front with him, just sayin' ;). I am interested to see if he will swing classic hero or more anti hero. I really looking forward to him becoming his true self, or truer self in the next book unless of course it ends with another bloody cliff hanger!
I spent the majority (100%) of this book calling Luther bad names, I mean what a stupid prick being all rude to his friends and not listening to his better self. Rarely do I enjoy sequels more than the original, but by golly, I really have loved them! I can't wait to see what Luther decides to do, I am with Celeste, I feel he is still in there some where. All of this could have been avoided had Allistair been up front with him, just sayin' ;). I am interested to see if he will swing classic hero or more anti hero. I really looking forward to him becoming his true self, or truer self in the next book unless of course it ends with another bloody cliff hanger!
February 11, 2018
Luther Cross has crossed the line
I greatly enjoy reading the Luther Cross books. The author took awhile, but it was worth the wait.
After coming back from Purgatory, Luther has hooked up with Lilith and things are starting to pop. Will the real Luther please stand up? Waiting for the next book. Don’t make me wait too long. 😏
I greatly enjoy reading the Luther Cross books. The author took awhile, but it was worth the wait.
After coming back from Purgatory, Luther has hooked up with Lilith and things are starting to pop. Will the real Luther please stand up? Waiting for the next book. Don’t make me wait too long. 😏
June 2, 2020
I'm extremely happy this series has been available to read for free with a Kindle Unlimited subscription. That is how I've been devouring this exciting series.
Luther's demonic side has emerged to the surface, heinously ready for fun. Being that he's still Luther, albeit an eviler version, he knows all of non-demonic Luther's friends and allies. Not just their names or where they live, but them on a personal level. Meaning, he knew which buttons to push to piss all of them off. That given, most have given up on him.
Beyond his inner demon taking over, a lot has changed. The cat's out of the bag about Asmodeus's disappearance, which leads every baddie straight out of or inside of Hell fighting for his section of Hell. This, of course, leaves for some interesting bedfellows for evil Luther. From meeting the new bosses crawling out of the footholds of Hell to getting our first taste of Lucifer Morningstar himself, this book will leave you craving more.
I'm interested to see how things progress in the next book. Being exactly halfway through the six-book series, a lot of juicy events have unfolded, the main arc fleshing together, while sub-arcs are progressing fluidly coinciding the main story-line.
This book definitely checked off all the boxes to hit my 'Favorites' shelf; 5 out of 5 stars.
Luther's demonic side has emerged to the surface, heinously ready for fun. Being that he's still Luther, albeit an eviler version, he knows all of non-demonic Luther's friends and allies. Not just their names or where they live, but them on a personal level. Meaning, he knew which buttons to push to piss all of them off. That given, most have given up on him.
Beyond his inner demon taking over, a lot has changed. The cat's out of the bag about Asmodeus's disappearance, which leads every baddie straight out of or inside of Hell fighting for his section of Hell. This, of course, leaves for some interesting bedfellows for evil Luther. From meeting the new bosses crawling out of the footholds of Hell to getting our first taste of Lucifer Morningstar himself, this book will leave you craving more.
I'm interested to see how things progress in the next book. Being exactly halfway through the six-book series, a lot of juicy events have unfolded, the main arc fleshing together, while sub-arcs are progressing fluidly coinciding the main story-line.
This book definitely checked off all the boxes to hit my 'Favorites' shelf; 5 out of 5 stars.
January 6, 2024
Instead of reviewing each book individually as I did with the first, I''ve reviewed the rest of the 5 books as a series:
The novels of this series are written more as one, long, continuous story that was then broken into separate books at a cliffhanger-type break (think like TV episodes in a season of a series) rather than individual standalone novels that progressed a storyline. In my opinion, that caused the character exposition to suffer and made them more superficial, unfinished archetypes than they could've been, which is mildly disappointing because the writing is just so good, otherwise! Even historically "known" characters are given a unique spin, different mythical & mystical elements are woven together well, and action scenes are written believably with characters suffering real consequences rather than the author providing pat solutions. I'll get more books by Constantine in the future, with the hope that he'll eventually spend more time delving into characters through story rather than churning through episodes...this could be an author to watch if he hones his craft.
The novels of this series are written more as one, long, continuous story that was then broken into separate books at a cliffhanger-type break (think like TV episodes in a season of a series) rather than individual standalone novels that progressed a storyline. In my opinion, that caused the character exposition to suffer and made them more superficial, unfinished archetypes than they could've been, which is mildly disappointing because the writing is just so good, otherwise! Even historically "known" characters are given a unique spin, different mythical & mystical elements are woven together well, and action scenes are written believably with characters suffering real consequences rather than the author providing pat solutions. I'll get more books by Constantine in the future, with the hope that he'll eventually spend more time delving into characters through story rather than churning through episodes...this could be an author to watch if he hones his craft.
February 13, 2018
Just keeps getting better .....
Wow this series just keeps gaining more and more momentum. Storyline and plot as usual is excellent and just keeps flowing and constantly drawing you in to eagerly know what happens next . Great supporting cast . Again lots of action and intrigue , magic ,spells and explosives. Can't wait for next book , things are really hotting up now . Brilliant series so far give it a try .
Wow this series just keeps gaining more and more momentum. Storyline and plot as usual is excellent and just keeps flowing and constantly drawing you in to eagerly know what happens next . Great supporting cast . Again lots of action and intrigue , magic ,spells and explosives. Can't wait for next book , things are really hotting up now . Brilliant series so far give it a try .
February 5, 2018
Luther Cross 2.0
Omg where to start. The third book in this series had Luther exploring his more demonic side and I will admit that l like this more darker colder side. It opens up more of his personality and makes him more complex. This book answers some question, but it also created more, the plot thickens. I'm so glad I found this series and I look forward to reading more.
Omg where to start. The third book in this series had Luther exploring his more demonic side and I will admit that l like this more darker colder side. It opens up more of his personality and makes him more complex. This book answers some question, but it also created more, the plot thickens. I'm so glad I found this series and I look forward to reading more.
February 14, 2018
Dissatisfied and disappointed with this book. Two first were quite alright and had a lot of potential, but the third one is just a mixture of irritating babbling and pushing for originality that it's just not there.
August 15, 2018
Another good installment in the series.
Ok..I didn't like this one quite as much as the first two books. The writing was still good, and the characters were engaging, but I don't like what Luther is going through. All it means is that I need to start the next book right away.
Ok..I didn't like this one quite as much as the first two books. The writing was still good, and the characters were engaging, but I don't like what Luther is going through. All it means is that I need to start the next book right away.
March 12, 2018
The best one yet
I can't wait to see where Luther goes from here after he has burnt so many bridges. Hopefully the next book will come out soon so we can find out.
I can't wait to see where Luther goes from here after he has burnt so many bridges. Hopefully the next book will come out soon so we can find out.
October 2, 2018
This was my least favorite of the series. I did not like the Hero's slide into darkness. I am not out completely. If book 4 gives me some hope, then I'm back!
September 15, 2019
Wow
This books was full of twist and turns. From the beginning to the surprising ending. You will enjoy this stage of Luther Cross
This books was full of twist and turns. From the beginning to the surprising ending. You will enjoy this stage of Luther Cross
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