The Devil You Know

The Devil You Know #1

by R.J. Carter (Editor)

THE DEVIL YOU KNOW is a short-story anthology collection of encounters with various incarnations of The Devil. The genres range from fairy tale to folk tale, from urban fantasy to science fiction, from comedy to horror. For fans of stories like THE DEVIL AND DANIEL WEBSTER and FAUST. Featuring the works of Jared Baker, Erica Ciko Campbell, Sarah Cannavo, Michael W. Clark, Christopher Cook, Andra Dill, Cara Fox, R.A. Goli, Gerald A. Jennings, Kevin Kangas, Daryl Marcus, Damascus Mincemeyer, Steve Oden, Evan Purcell, Troy Riser, Joseph Rubas, Hannah Trusty, Wondra Vanian, Henry Vogel, and KD Webster.

372 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 1, 2020

Reviews

[Horror DNA · Rating 4 out of 5]

The tales run the gamut from the classic bargain with Old Scratch (“The Drinkin’ Contest” by Sarah Cannavo) to multilayered tales that make you ponder the true nature of Lucifer (“What the Heart Desires” by ) and all the way to full-on, batshit crazy apocalyptic conquest (“A Night at Satan’s Palace” by Damascus Mincemeyer). There are tales that make you say, “Are they really going that dark?” (“Give Me Your Soul, and I’ll Give You a Pepperoni” by Evan Purcell). There are stories you’d like to see expanded into novella/novel territory (“Love and the Forever Machine” by Troy Riser, “Devices of Justice” by Andra Dill).

You can read Stuart's full review at Horror DNA by clicking here.

[Jeff McIntosh · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a free copy of this book for my unbiased opinion....

Edited by R.J. Carter, "The devil You Know" is an anthology detailing human experiences with the Prince of Light - otherwise known as Lucifer. Inside are stories of humans selling their souls, the gate of Hell opening in a strip club (think "From Dusk to Dawn"), and other tasty treats.....

What if the Devil came to a moonshiner, asking him to stop making brew? You'll find the answer in "Demon's Pint, Devil's Jug...

A worthwhile collection, and you don't have to sell your soul...


Jeff McIntosh

[R.A. Goli · Rating 3 out of 5]

* Disclaimer. I have a story in the anthology. *

This anthology was a bit hit and miss for me.
There were a few stories that were a little long-winded and dull, or the endings were unsatisfying, but it did contain a varied mix of devil stories and a few really good ones.
Favourites include Give Me Your Soul and I’ll Give You a Pepperoni, The Stranger’s Choice,
The Devil & The Details, and, The Pact.