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Kat Drummond #10
Dark Order
Trust no one you used to love…
I’ve saved Hope City for the umpteenth time. If I wasn’t a hero before, I am now. But, being the city’s number one hero has its costs. Everyone wants my autograph, politicians want to use me for their own gains, and every villain with a bone to pick now has it in for me.
So what? I’ve dealt with villains before. Plenty of times.
But, this time it’s different.
As a shadow falls over Hope City, there’s no one I can trust but myself and the ghost inside my head.
But, without my friends, will I be able to save Hope City again?
My name is Kat Drummond, the Last Light. And I’m a monster hunter.
Continue the action-packed Kat Drummond Series with Book 10, Dark Order, a dark and suspenseful episode in the urban fantasy monster hunting series. Read it today!
I’ve saved Hope City for the umpteenth time. If I wasn’t a hero before, I am now. But, being the city’s number one hero has its costs. Everyone wants my autograph, politicians want to use me for their own gains, and every villain with a bone to pick now has it in for me.
So what? I’ve dealt with villains before. Plenty of times.
But, this time it’s different.
As a shadow falls over Hope City, there’s no one I can trust but myself and the ghost inside my head.
But, without my friends, will I be able to save Hope City again?
My name is Kat Drummond, the Last Light. And I’m a monster hunter.
Continue the action-packed Kat Drummond Series with Book 10, Dark Order, a dark and suspenseful episode in the urban fantasy monster hunting series. Read it today!
328 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 21, 2020
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About the author
Nicholas Woode-Smith
156 books157 followersNicholas Woode-Smith is a fantasy and science fiction author from Cape Town, South Africa. He has been writing since the age of twelve, writing short stories, novels, and RPG campaigns. In 2013, he published his first book, Fall of Zona Nox. Five years later, he published it again after greatly improving his skills.
Since then, he’s written dozens of books in the urban fantasy and sci-fi genre. Notably, the best-selling urban fantasy series, Kat Drummond.
Nicholas has a degree majoring in economic history and philosophy, and minors in political science, international relations, and English literature from the University of Cape Town. He has been involved in politics, civic activism, and political analysis since 2014.
Since then, he’s written dozens of books in the urban fantasy and sci-fi genre. Notably, the best-selling urban fantasy series, Kat Drummond.
Nicholas has a degree majoring in economic history and philosophy, and minors in political science, international relations, and English literature from the University of Cape Town. He has been involved in politics, civic activism, and political analysis since 2014.
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July 2, 2020
“A rabid dog cannot be truly blamed for its acts. It is compelled by disease, no fault of its own.”
“All things, good or bad, come to an end. And all things that end, lead to a beginning.”
A headstrong heroine
An excellent story…urban fantasy at its best, with its mix of oblique horror, urban fantasy, and monsters. Woode-Smith weaves a tight, wonderfully-complex plot with Dark Order, and Kat Drummond is a capable, shining heroine you’ll love to root for. It’s Terrific! Surprisingly edgy and with a twist around every corner, the skilled and talented author sets the reader on an unstoppable ride. Authentic, witty and compelling—I could not put it down, can’t get enough of the story! I wish Silver Star #11 was already released!
“All things, good or bad, come to an end. And all things that end, lead to a beginning.”
A headstrong heroine
An excellent story…urban fantasy at its best, with its mix of oblique horror, urban fantasy, and monsters. Woode-Smith weaves a tight, wonderfully-complex plot with Dark Order, and Kat Drummond is a capable, shining heroine you’ll love to root for. It’s Terrific! Surprisingly edgy and with a twist around every corner, the skilled and talented author sets the reader on an unstoppable ride. Authentic, witty and compelling—I could not put it down, can’t get enough of the story! I wish Silver Star #11 was already released!
November 23, 2021
3.5 How am I not bored of this series yet?!
Another fun episode in Kat's life.
The great part: we're getting a bit back on track with the main action and the big bad guys, the Conclave.
And it was so nice to see Candace again, I always miss her and want to see more of her!
Another fun episode in Kat's life.
The great part: we're getting a bit back on track with the main action and the big bad guys, the Conclave.
And it was so nice to see Candace again, I always miss her and want to see more of her!
October 8, 2020
A truely great read
This has been one of the best series I have read in a long time. It will leave you wanting more couldn't put it down
This has been one of the best series I have read in a long time. It will leave you wanting more couldn't put it down
August 15, 2020
Not bad
Easy reading for YA, enjoyed the series, Kat is a awesome
monster hunter, but disappointed with the end though but we don't always get what we want
Easy reading for YA, enjoyed the series, Kat is a awesome
monster hunter, but disappointed with the end though but we don't always get what we want
May 22, 2020
Trust no one you used to love…
I’ve saved Hope City for the umpteenth time. If I wasn’t a hero before, I am now. But, being the city’s number one hero has its costs. Everyone wants my autograph, politicians want to use me for their own gains, and every villain with a bone to pick now has it in for me.
So what? I’ve dealt with villains before. Plenty of times.
But, this time it’s different.
As a shadow falls over Hope City, there’s no one I can trust but myself and the ghost inside my head.
But, without my friends, will I be able to save Hope City again?
My name is Kat Drummond, the Last Light. And I’m a monster hunter.
This is a wonderful addition to this thrilling series!
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable.
Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story.
Such a thrilling read that I couldn't put it down.
Can't wait to read more of these.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
I’ve saved Hope City for the umpteenth time. If I wasn’t a hero before, I am now. But, being the city’s number one hero has its costs. Everyone wants my autograph, politicians want to use me for their own gains, and every villain with a bone to pick now has it in for me.
So what? I’ve dealt with villains before. Plenty of times.
But, this time it’s different.
As a shadow falls over Hope City, there’s no one I can trust but myself and the ghost inside my head.
But, without my friends, will I be able to save Hope City again?
My name is Kat Drummond, the Last Light. And I’m a monster hunter.
This is a wonderful addition to this thrilling series!
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable.
Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story.
Such a thrilling read that I couldn't put it down.
Can't wait to read more of these.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
May 24, 2020
Kat is in danger of losing all that she holds dear. As her foe, Darius, attacks Hope City and make the people pawns in his evil plan, Kat doesn’t know who to trust. Luckily, she has Treth to keep her sane as she fights to win Darius’s treacherous game. This suspenseful, adventurous, action-packed, exciting series keeps getting better. The author has does done an amazing job with building this world, its storyline and characters and I look forward to reading more in the Kat Drummond Universe. This is a series definitely worth reading.
June 2, 2020
This is another great installment in this series. Kat finds herself in the spotlight as a hero and a supporter of Jane Phoenix - the politician. Unfortunately she also finds herself the target of the latest evil foe - an elf named Darius and his dwarf side-kick. Most of the people she knows and holds dear are compromised and for the most part she is on her own - except for her secret weapon - Treth - of course.
June 24, 2021
Book 10 was great!
Another great book in the Kat Drummond world! This book brings a new enemy for Kat and the Crusaders. Kat can't trust anyone and must assume everyone is compromised. And this time she needs Candace to help save the city. This was another book I did not want to put down!! I love reading about Kat as fallible as she is and how she learns to overcome her fears. If I hadn't already bought the whole series I would be purchasing the next book now!
Another great book in the Kat Drummond world! This book brings a new enemy for Kat and the Crusaders. Kat can't trust anyone and must assume everyone is compromised. And this time she needs Candace to help save the city. This was another book I did not want to put down!! I love reading about Kat as fallible as she is and how she learns to overcome her fears. If I hadn't already bought the whole series I would be purchasing the next book now!
May 23, 2020
Another cracking book from a cracking author. I know I've said that before but what the hell, right? Again to repeat myself, absolutely full of everything I like in urban fantasy. As I did before long may it continue. Highly recommended.
August 11, 2021
Amazing segue into the next arc
Indeed, how can I say it better than that! The beaten down elf reminiscent of the beaten down mage from the titan temple. Revenge, best reason for a story ever! That is however as far as I'll go into this. Don't want to put out spoilers. I'll wait till I hit the end of the series to review and say more. Until then on to the next book!
Indeed, how can I say it better than that! The beaten down elf reminiscent of the beaten down mage from the titan temple. Revenge, best reason for a story ever! That is however as far as I'll go into this. Don't want to put out spoilers. I'll wait till I hit the end of the series to review and say more. Until then on to the next book!
June 16, 2020
Another stellar installment in the Kay Drummond saga
Kat and the Crusaders and the whole team are back for another exciting adventure in Hope City. This is the start of a new story arc featuring all new baddies, but as with all of Nicholas Woods-Smith’s villains, there is a lot of gray. Can’t wait until Book 11 is released.
Kat and the Crusaders and the whole team are back for another exciting adventure in Hope City. This is the start of a new story arc featuring all new baddies, but as with all of Nicholas Woods-Smith’s villains, there is a lot of gray. Can’t wait until Book 11 is released.
July 30, 2020
Whoop Whoop
I can't help feeling that Kat should have and enable more powers. Perhaps we'll see this in the next book.
So far this series has been extremely exciting with so much action and little to no faffing about. It's been an incredible and extraordinary journey for Kat and her fellow warriors.
Fast paced and exciting. It's got to be a top story read for anyone who likes or loved this particular format.
I'm certainly looking forward to book eleven. Bring it on.
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I can't help feeling that Kat should have and enable more powers. Perhaps we'll see this in the next book.
So far this series has been extremely exciting with so much action and little to no faffing about. It's been an incredible and extraordinary journey for Kat and her fellow warriors.
Fast paced and exciting. It's got to be a top story read for anyone who likes or loved this particular format.
I'm certainly looking forward to book eleven. Bring it on.
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November 6, 2020
Dark Order (Kat Drummond Book 10)
ARC REVIEW
The Crusaders (Kat's Crusaders) have come so far! Kat also has come a long way from book 1.
I love this series, and can't wait to read them all!
ARC REVIEW
The Crusaders (Kat's Crusaders) have come so far! Kat also has come a long way from book 1.
I love this series, and can't wait to read them all!
March 8, 2021
I have read every book in the Kat Drummond series, and as her story gets more and more fleshed out, it just keeps getting better. I love the characters and the situations Kat and her team (friends? maybe even family?) get into just keep getting more epic. The world Kat lives in could be our own if it weren't for the magic and magical creatures. And that's part of what makes it so enjoyable.
July 23, 2020
Good as the first
Last book was as good as the first. Thoroughly enjoyed every book, every character and now got to wait. Waiting patiently. Sorry no spoilers. Thank you.
Last book was as good as the first. Thoroughly enjoyed every book, every character and now got to wait. Waiting patiently. Sorry no spoilers. Thank you.
May 28, 2020
There is a new evil in town and it wants Kat. Evil is using the unsuspecting to do its bidding and is stripping Kat of her network of friends. This book has action, suspense and the meaning of friendship. These books just keep getting better. I love the characters and the way they have grown and matured. Can't wait for more!
July 8, 2020
Twisted
This series was exactly what I wanted , no needed. I can not explain it. It was so good I laughed, so sad I cried. The plot always got twisted. I read books 1-10 without getting bored or guessing what was next. Great read.
This series was exactly what I wanted , no needed. I can not explain it. It was so good I laughed, so sad I cried. The plot always got twisted. I read books 1-10 without getting bored or guessing what was next. Great read.
November 28, 2020
I fell behind on my Kat Drummond reading thanks to factors beyond my control, so I’ve binge read through Dark Order & The Silver Star (Kat Drummond, Books 10&11). They were just too good to put down. It’s a great pleasure watching Kat develop in the series that somehow keeps the adrenaline flowing and is masterfully written so as to maximize enjoyment - astounding after so many installments but nonetheless true. Both of these books are super easy to highly recommend.
August 3, 2020
When I pick up a Kat Drummond book I've come to expect pulse-pounding excitement, deep, authentic relationships, and a complex plot featuring plenty of moral ambiguity. High expectations, and this book delivers! The story line is just as fresh and compelling as ever. And OH! the emotional impact! Woode-Smith knows how to write a book that really draws the reader in, hits all the feels, and gives you the best kind of book hangover. The heroes are noble, the villains despicable, but nothing is predictable or black and white. Sometimes Kat wishes she could go back to the simple days when it was just monster hunting.
Kat is gaining quite a reputation and a bit of celebrity status - this has its pros and cons, especially when she attracts some unwanted attention. Kat is facing off against a devious and slippery villain and no one's motivations are what they seem to be. She's missing things she should have seen and her friends are getting hurt. The plot turns personal in this one and the dark side of good intentions is explored. Relationships are changed, difficult choices are made. What seemed a straight-forward story takes turns you never saw coming but totally should have seen foreshadowed.
This is book 10 in the series and is best read after the other books. **It has spoilers from previous books - read those first, worth it, I promise!** This is a series that progresses chronologically, and while each book has a self-contained plot, there are arcs and themes that span multiple books and lots of character growth and development from book to book.
Kat is gaining quite a reputation and a bit of celebrity status - this has its pros and cons, especially when she attracts some unwanted attention. Kat is facing off against a devious and slippery villain and no one's motivations are what they seem to be. She's missing things she should have seen and her friends are getting hurt. The plot turns personal in this one and the dark side of good intentions is explored. Relationships are changed, difficult choices are made. What seemed a straight-forward story takes turns you never saw coming but totally should have seen foreshadowed.
This is book 10 in the series and is best read after the other books. **It has spoilers from previous books - read those first, worth it, I promise!** This is a series that progresses chronologically, and while each book has a self-contained plot, there are arcs and themes that span multiple books and lots of character growth and development from book to book.
December 23, 2021
This is book 10 in the Kat Drummond Series and it is a white knuckles pulse-pounding read. The charactersare very endearingand I'm veryinvestedin the team.
With each book the story-line becomes more complex plot featuring with hesrt reaching decisions that blur the lines of our characters original moral compass as they let mire about the supposed monsters continue to love and help flawed friends. And well yes keep trying to save humanity.
What I love most about the Katverse is that our heroes are noble flawedand strugglingto overcometheirinner demons. The villains are truly despicable and loathsome but the lines are always deeply mired in shades of gray no simple answer or clear cut decisions.
Kat is as usual has attracted unwanted attention as she faces a devious and cunning enemy. No one's motivations are clear and even friends can easily be foe.
Blinded by trust Kat misses a few things and her friends are getting hurt. The story arc is deeply personal and the dark side of good intentions becomeshaunting. Relationships are changed, difficult choices are made. What seemed a straight-forward story takes turns you never could never imagined. So well written it was nearly impossible to put down.
As story-lines begin to merge I am excited to see what comes next for Kat.
With each book the story-line becomes more complex plot featuring with hesrt reaching decisions that blur the lines of our characters original moral compass as they let mire about the supposed monsters continue to love and help flawed friends. And well yes keep trying to save humanity.
What I love most about the Katverse is that our heroes are noble flawedand strugglingto overcometheirinner demons. The villains are truly despicable and loathsome but the lines are always deeply mired in shades of gray no simple answer or clear cut decisions.
Kat is as usual has attracted unwanted attention as she faces a devious and cunning enemy. No one's motivations are clear and even friends can easily be foe.
Blinded by trust Kat misses a few things and her friends are getting hurt. The story arc is deeply personal and the dark side of good intentions becomeshaunting. Relationships are changed, difficult choices are made. What seemed a straight-forward story takes turns you never could never imagined. So well written it was nearly impossible to put down.
As story-lines begin to merge I am excited to see what comes next for Kat.
May 15, 2025
Kat can't seem to catch a break. Not ever!
While I hoped this volume would finally take on the Conclave that's been simmering in the background of previous novels, it doesn't--but that doesn't mean I'm disappointed. This wonderful continuation of Kat's adventures in defence of a future Cape Town (eh, I mean Hope City) is fabulous. Themes that were set up in the previous novel and that really resonated for me were once again front and center. AND I LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF IT!!!
I'm obsessed with this series and will absolutely be continuing, although as the next book isn't part of the boxed set I grabbed, it will have to wait a bit... But never you fear, I will get back to Kat and I also saw there are several other series within the same world, following some of the other characters met here, and I'll absolutely be taking a look at those too!
If you're looking for excellent action sequences, well-written battle scenes and an intriguing, compelling plot, not to mention well-rounded and deep characters, then you'll also want to check out this series.
While I hoped this volume would finally take on the Conclave that's been simmering in the background of previous novels, it doesn't--but that doesn't mean I'm disappointed. This wonderful continuation of Kat's adventures in defence of a future Cape Town (eh, I mean Hope City) is fabulous. Themes that were set up in the previous novel and that really resonated for me were once again front and center. AND I LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF IT!!!
I'm obsessed with this series and will absolutely be continuing, although as the next book isn't part of the boxed set I grabbed, it will have to wait a bit... But never you fear, I will get back to Kat and I also saw there are several other series within the same world, following some of the other characters met here, and I'll absolutely be taking a look at those too!
If you're looking for excellent action sequences, well-written battle scenes and an intriguing, compelling plot, not to mention well-rounded and deep characters, then you'll also want to check out this series.
September 3, 2021
Kat is still Kat, with both the good and the bad, too often taking the weight of everything on her own shoulders. That is still the case in this book, but as before, Kat is growing. In this case, that also means her acceptance and responsibilities are growing as is her business finally expanding to fight the darkness. SPOILER ALERT! As an IT / tech person, I think the main spell issue in this book could have been resolved by tracking / disabling a user account(s) rather than destroying what was built, but in this case there was also a theme of self-sacrifice, not only for Kat, but also her friends. That said, Kat's world is changing and it was great to have Candace back briefly. I assume we're coming closer to the "ultimate" conflict, but hope it's not too soon as I'm really enjoying the series.
November 3, 2021
Another captivating Kat Drummond installment.
It's no longer just Kat and her friends hunting monsters. She realizes that she needs to expand Kat's Crusaders to deal with larger menaces to Hope City but as she does so, a new adversary appears in the form of a vengeful elf, Darius, from the Conclave and his dwarf sidekick. Some how, Darius is able to control the actions of many of Kat's friends and the population of Hope City and he threatens them with harm unless Kat turns over Candace to him. Naturally, Kat is off to search for a way to defeat Darius while keeping her friends and Hope City's citizens safe.
It's no longer just Kat and her friends hunting monsters. She realizes that she needs to expand Kat's Crusaders to deal with larger menaces to Hope City but as she does so, a new adversary appears in the form of a vengeful elf, Darius, from the Conclave and his dwarf sidekick. Some how, Darius is able to control the actions of many of Kat's friends and the population of Hope City and he threatens them with harm unless Kat turns over Candace to him. Naturally, Kat is off to search for a way to defeat Darius while keeping her friends and Hope City's citizens safe.
June 9, 2024
Trust no one you used to love…
I’ve saved Hope City for the umpteenth time. If I wasn’t a hero before, I am now. But, being the city’s number one hero has its costs. Everyone wants my autograph, politicians want to use me for their own gains, and every villain with a bone to pick now has it in for me.
So what? I’ve dealt with villains before. Plenty of times.
But, this time it’s different.
As a shadow falls over Hope City, there’s no one I can trust but myself and the ghost inside my head.
Kat has a adversary that is like none she faced before, this has been a great series and each addition only adds to it.
I’ve saved Hope City for the umpteenth time. If I wasn’t a hero before, I am now. But, being the city’s number one hero has its costs. Everyone wants my autograph, politicians want to use me for their own gains, and every villain with a bone to pick now has it in for me.
So what? I’ve dealt with villains before. Plenty of times.
But, this time it’s different.
As a shadow falls over Hope City, there’s no one I can trust but myself and the ghost inside my head.
Kat has a adversary that is like none she faced before, this has been a great series and each addition only adds to it.
July 20, 2020
Kat has to face an enemy who can control anyone's mind. Where can she turn when anyone might try to kill her?
Kat isn't facing her typical monster in this book. Nicholas twists this tale so you don't know what to expect next. Now that I have read the first 10 books of this series, now I have to wait until the next one comes out
Kat isn't facing her typical monster in this book. Nicholas twists this tale so you don't know what to expect next. Now that I have read the first 10 books of this series, now I have to wait until the next one comes out
September 8, 2021
This is another great story that has Kat getting pulled into another great storyline! The evil has come to town and now Kat doesn’t know who to trust! The action and adventure are great and the suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat. Will she have to fight alone?
October 5, 2021
Excellent characters and storyline. A great urban fantasy adventure.
An excellent series.
Things are getting even bigger and more challenging than ever before.
I received this book free form the author and decided to review it.
An excellent series.
Things are getting even bigger and more challenging than ever before.
I received this book free form the author and decided to review it.
July 12, 2021
Dark
I love these books and they keep getting better and better. I thoroughly enjoyed it and I'm off to read the next one.
I love these books and they keep getting better and better. I thoroughly enjoyed it and I'm off to read the next one.
March 24, 2021
So Good!
This series is just wonderful. So captivating ! Very hard to put down and stop reading. It just invokes you until you feel like a part of the whole story and can't wait for the next book! This author has written and developed his characters and they keep on maturing and evolving!
I will buy this series eventually. It is one I can read over an over. But right now it's on to the next. Thank you Nicolas Woods-Smith.
This series is just wonderful. So captivating ! Very hard to put down and stop reading. It just invokes you until you feel like a part of the whole story and can't wait for the next book! This author has written and developed his characters and they keep on maturing and evolving!
I will buy this series eventually. It is one I can read over an over. But right now it's on to the next. Thank you Nicolas Woods-Smith.
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