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Lorestalker #4
The Haunt at Hogg Run
Mysterious screams and terrifying shadows haunt the woods of East Texas—horrors born of deadly secrets.
It's not awkward at all when you're forced on a family vacation with your new stepmother and her young daughter. Reluctantly, Macy Donner agrees to it to please her father. But camping? Even worse.
Beset by ominous weather, power outages, and hulking shadows heralded by terrifying screams from the darkness, Macy realizes that she's their only hope for survival—a thin hope, at best. Although she's learned a thing or two from her monster-hunting friends, she's not equipped for the horrors of the nearby, abandoned haunted house, or for its long-buried secrets—secrets that want to kill her.
It's not awkward at all when you're forced on a family vacation with your new stepmother and her young daughter. Reluctantly, Macy Donner agrees to it to please her father. But camping? Even worse.
Beset by ominous weather, power outages, and hulking shadows heralded by terrifying screams from the darkness, Macy realizes that she's their only hope for survival—a thin hope, at best. Although she's learned a thing or two from her monster-hunting friends, she's not equipped for the horrors of the nearby, abandoned haunted house, or for its long-buried secrets—secrets that want to kill her.
211 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 14, 2020
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About the author
J.P. Barnett
8 books31 followersJ.P. Barnett grew up in a tiny Texas town where the list of possible vocations failed to include published author.
As a child, J.P. consumed any book he could get his hands on. The likes of Stephen King, Michael Crichton, and Dean Koontz paved the bookshelves of his childhood, providing a plethora of fantastical and terrifying tales that he read way too early in life. Though the effect these books had on his psyche could be called into question, these masters of storytelling managed to warp his mind in just the perfect way to spin a fun yarn or two.
J.P. currently resides in Seattle with his wife and hellion of a cat, both of whom look at him dubiously with some frequency.
As a child, J.P. consumed any book he could get his hands on. The likes of Stephen King, Michael Crichton, and Dean Koontz paved the bookshelves of his childhood, providing a plethora of fantastical and terrifying tales that he read way too early in life. Though the effect these books had on his psyche could be called into question, these masters of storytelling managed to warp his mind in just the perfect way to spin a fun yarn or two.
J.P. currently resides in Seattle with his wife and hellion of a cat, both of whom look at him dubiously with some frequency.
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July 24, 2020
This is one of those books where you can’t help but put yourself in the protagonists’s shoes. Poor girl gets dragged out for an awkward family vacation and ends up fighting for her life...and the life of a child. It all takes place really quickly, and you get to the end of the book and just stare wide-eyed like “Whoa! So that all just happened!”
The characters are somewhat damaged, and therefore especially believable. You get to know them well, and see what makes them tick.
Plan to carve out a good chunk of time, because this will snatch your attention and not let go. I’d suggest reading during daylight hours so it doesn’t sneak into your dreams (yes, that totally happened to me.)👻
The characters are somewhat damaged, and therefore especially believable. You get to know them well, and see what makes them tick.
Plan to carve out a good chunk of time, because this will snatch your attention and not let go. I’d suggest reading during daylight hours so it doesn’t sneak into your dreams (yes, that totally happened to me.)👻
July 31, 2020
So, I've read all of the books in this series and this one is by far, the creepiest-in a great way. This is one of those stories that are so fast-paced and exciting that you can't stop reading. I love, love Macy having her own book. I found myself holding my breath and making out-loud noises rooting for Macy to get out of her sticky situations. Great story, great writing!
July 31, 2020
Listen. How could you not like this book? It’s not just a page turner but J.P. Barnett does a fantastic job weaving in the emotional depth of the characters. I like that we get to see Macy in such a different place. I like that not all heroes are the same.
And what a bold choice! To explore such a different creature. This book is great no matter what age you are, what genre you’re into. It’s like Jurassic park meets the fascinating characters of stranger things. Come on now.
Big fan. Always!
And what a bold choice! To explore such a different creature. This book is great no matter what age you are, what genre you’re into. It’s like Jurassic park meets the fascinating characters of stranger things. Come on now.
Big fan. Always!
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October 8, 2020
What a perfect book for October!!
The Hunt at Hogg Run has your hair standing at the back of your neck. I divulged in this story as it is not my normal romance read. It has drama and will give you tons of suspense! I mean if this was a movie, I would be hiding behind my blanket. I got chills in some parts of this story.
The story line takes you on a scary ride! The characters are well developed and likeable. I was happy to escape in this genre again and get the mood set for fall!!! I recommend this story. Just make sure the lights stay on.
January 10, 2022
By book 4, The Haunt at Hogg Run, I was devouring this series. As in, as soon as I finished book 3 I immediately bought and read book 4. Unfortunately, book 4 was a shift away from the themes of the rest of the series. I'm not saying it wasn't good - it definitely was - but it was almost straight-up slasher horror, compared to sci-fi/thriller/horror of the rest of the series. This book focuses mostly on Macy Donner, Miriam's best friend. We know her pretty well at this point, but it was jarring for her to carry the book on her own, without her friends along. And the cryptid in this book, unlike the rest of them, is revealed pretty early, so there's none of the related suspense that the rest of the series has had. Again, this is a good book, but it broke my stride in the series a bit.
May 13, 2024
This was not for me. The audiobook narrator had the worst Texas accent ever. Please get a southern voice actor if you’re book is set in the south. As for the story, it started out intriguing but went off the rails quickly. I couldn’t suspend belief to roll with that idea those 2 grown ass women (Macy and Kat) and Olivia, the child, could not team up and kick the shit out of that old ass man. Once Kat was kidnapped Macy and Olivia could have easily over taken Weiss. He was at least 80 and walked with a cane. When Macy said she couldn’t bring herself to shoot that mf in the face so that she could save her life and Olivia‘s I checked out. Wtaf? The flashbacks were choppy and didn’t blend with the present story or add context. They were boring and felt superfluous.
June 29, 2022
Outstanding story
This story was exciting and full of twist and turns. Fast paced and lots of action. I really enjoyed reading it. Looking forward to reading more.
This story was exciting and full of twist and turns. Fast paced and lots of action. I really enjoyed reading it. Looking forward to reading more.
July 5, 2022
So you're not scared of pigs? You will be!
You will look at pigs and hogs in a different way after reading this book.
Packed full of adrenaline and desire to escape the old man and the pigs.
Plenty of suspense, blood, and a family brought together in the end.
You will look at pigs and hogs in a different way after reading this book.
Packed full of adrenaline and desire to escape the old man and the pigs.
Plenty of suspense, blood, and a family brought together in the end.
January 24, 2021
Different than I expected since Macy is on her own in this one. Still a good, fast read.
October 10, 2021
A heart-pounding ride
Fair trigger warning: suicide is a theme in this book.
This is book four of the series, but the first I’ve read by Barnett. It works as a fast-paced, stand-alone horror story that will definitely keep you up at night. The prose is beautiful and calm when it needs to be, and quickly shifts gears to get your heart racing when the terrors come. I loved the characters, especially the heart-breaking backstory of the history of Hogg Run.
I will definitely be going back to book one to get Macy’s full and complete story. Highly recommended.
Fair trigger warning: suicide is a theme in this book.
This is book four of the series, but the first I’ve read by Barnett. It works as a fast-paced, stand-alone horror story that will definitely keep you up at night. The prose is beautiful and calm when it needs to be, and quickly shifts gears to get your heart racing when the terrors come. I loved the characters, especially the heart-breaking backstory of the history of Hogg Run.
I will definitely be going back to book one to get Macy’s full and complete story. Highly recommended.
April 11, 2021
The best books immerse you in their world, and that was the case with The Haunt at Hogg Run. The setting is richly described, and the characters are fully fleshed out and believable. I particularly enjoyed the character of Albert, who absolutely oozes with depth. You'd love to get a beer with him and have him tell you all about his life. The plot is interesting, twisted, and coherent. It's a great experience to lose yourself in a good book, and that's exactly what happened here.
June 2, 2021
Lorestalker: A fun ride
I have to admit that I have grown to really enjoy the whole series. While the books can be standalone, there are references to previous characters. Do yourself a favor and start with the first one and enjoy!
Back to this book, it focuses on Macy, from previous books. The book, along with the others, maintain a good pace and keep the reader wanting to see what happens. Devil pig? Why not! Can’t wait for the next book!
I have to admit that I have grown to really enjoy the whole series. While the books can be standalone, there are references to previous characters. Do yourself a favor and start with the first one and enjoy!
Back to this book, it focuses on Macy, from previous books. The book, along with the others, maintain a good pace and keep the reader wanting to see what happens. Devil pig? Why not! Can’t wait for the next book!
November 15, 2020
Best One Yet
I've read through all of the Lorestalker series this year, and this fourth installment, although lacking two of the series most beloved characters, is the best yet.
I've read through all of the Lorestalker series this year, and this fourth installment, although lacking two of the series most beloved characters, is the best yet.
December 11, 2023
Fun easy read
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March 15, 2025Audiobook purchased at Chirp
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Narrator: Gryphon Corpus
7 hrs 21 mins
Evolved Publishing
May 4, 2021
B095L1K9NZ
Narrator: Gryphon Corpus
7 hrs 21 mins
Evolved Publishing
May 4, 2021
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