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Infernal Inheritance #1
Demon Prints
What if the chosen one was kind of a dirtbag?
Quilliam J. Abernathy is the Chosen of Asmodeus, destined to become demonkind’s greatest weapon against heaven and humanity. Honing his arcane gifts in both modern California and the depths of hell, Quill is a prideful, powerful sorcerer, his magic surging with every tome he adds to his arcane collection.
But a botched mission incurs Asmodeus’s wrath, and Quill is stripped of his sorcery, protections, even his beloved books. Oh, and a duo of deadly angels wants him dead, too. Quill must decide. Either obey Asmodeus, reclaim his magic, and embody the apocalypse... or rebel against hell.
Spoiler alert: We’re doomed either way.
Demon Prints is the first adventure in the Infernal Inheritance urban fantasy series, set in the same universe as Darkling Mage and Sins of the Father. Witness Quilliam’s unholy ascent in an intense supernatural suspense series filled with demons, devilry, and danger.
Quilliam J. Abernathy is the Chosen of Asmodeus, destined to become demonkind’s greatest weapon against heaven and humanity. Honing his arcane gifts in both modern California and the depths of hell, Quill is a prideful, powerful sorcerer, his magic surging with every tome he adds to his arcane collection.
But a botched mission incurs Asmodeus’s wrath, and Quill is stripped of his sorcery, protections, even his beloved books. Oh, and a duo of deadly angels wants him dead, too. Quill must decide. Either obey Asmodeus, reclaim his magic, and embody the apocalypse... or rebel against hell.
Spoiler alert: We’re doomed either way.
Demon Prints is the first adventure in the Infernal Inheritance urban fantasy series, set in the same universe as Darkling Mage and Sins of the Father. Witness Quilliam’s unholy ascent in an intense supernatural suspense series filled with demons, devilry, and danger.
260 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 22, 2020
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About the author
Nazri Noor
52 books394 followersHi, I'm Nazri, a Filipino-Malaysian author based in California. I’m trilingual, but I really only write in English. I can also speak just enough Sindarin and Valyrian to impress absolutely no one. My urban fantasy novels focus on realistic heroes who use wits, style, and their wildly unpredictable magic to (try) and save the day. Think sass and class, while kicking ass.
My influences come from horror and fantasy: HP Lovecraft, Anne Rice, George R.R. Martin, Chuck Palahniuk, Terry Pratchett, and Neil Gaiman. Growing up I was shaped by the Blood Sword, Fighting Fantasy, Lone Wolf, and Grey Star game book universes. I'm also inspired by video games, specifically the Castlevania, Final Fantasy, and Persona series.
TL;DR: I'm a huge nerd. And yes, that's my real hair. I try to donate it to the American Cancer Society as often as I can. Also, have you heard? You can get a free book at www.NazriNoor.com.
My influences come from horror and fantasy: HP Lovecraft, Anne Rice, George R.R. Martin, Chuck Palahniuk, Terry Pratchett, and Neil Gaiman. Growing up I was shaped by the Blood Sword, Fighting Fantasy, Lone Wolf, and Grey Star game book universes. I'm also inspired by video games, specifically the Castlevania, Final Fantasy, and Persona series.
TL;DR: I'm a huge nerd. And yes, that's my real hair. I try to donate it to the American Cancer Society as often as I can. Also, have you heard? You can get a free book at www.NazriNoor.com.
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October 6, 2020
Quillian J. Abernathy - demon son of Prince Asmodeus - is born to destroy Heaven and earth, but when an assassination mission goes wrong Asmodeus blames Quill and strips away his protections and his beloved books, now Quill must decide to either obey Asmodeus and do the job he was born to do and reclaim his magic... Or rebel against Hell.
Demon Prints is the first adventure in the Infernal Inheritance series. It's fast paced Urban fantasy set in the same universe as the Darkling Mage. Looking forward to the next one.
Demon Prints is the first adventure in the Infernal Inheritance series. It's fast paced Urban fantasy set in the same universe as the Darkling Mage. Looking forward to the next one.
March 28, 2024
An incredible start to a new series
This is some of Nazri’s best work, right here.
Once again, even though very little action actually takes place, there is still a tremendous amount of story packed into the in-between. And it’s some undeniably fun story, let me tell you!
Beyond the story, however,, we are also treated to Nazri‘s own view on the struggles of the human condition. I think I said this in my review of the final book in Mason‘s series, but he has a great gift for expressing some deep emotional truths, with which most of us are usually far too uncomfortable to even acknowledge, let alone discuss. But it’s the way he does this that is so absolutely cool. When he lets us… Cancel that…
He never once tells us what the characters are “feeling,” per se, what he does do is give us a hidden microphone that allows us to eavesdrop on the characters’ thoughts… (Yes, I know it’s not original and that every single author in the world has always done just that) but it’s the way… no, It’s the words. It’s the words he chooses… simple and direct… and undoubtedly very private. When a character, however, silently thinks to themself the near verbatim words that we ourselves have thought in silence… well that’s incredibly powerful.
Other than the fact that that I now have to wait for the next book to come out, there is nit a single negative thing I could say about this book. And as for having to wait, well, that’s so very much a first world problem, I can’t even begin to complain about it.
This is some of Nazri’s best work, right here.
Once again, even though very little action actually takes place, there is still a tremendous amount of story packed into the in-between. And it’s some undeniably fun story, let me tell you!
Beyond the story, however,, we are also treated to Nazri‘s own view on the struggles of the human condition. I think I said this in my review of the final book in Mason‘s series, but he has a great gift for expressing some deep emotional truths, with which most of us are usually far too uncomfortable to even acknowledge, let alone discuss. But it’s the way he does this that is so absolutely cool. When he lets us… Cancel that…
He never once tells us what the characters are “feeling,” per se, what he does do is give us a hidden microphone that allows us to eavesdrop on the characters’ thoughts… (Yes, I know it’s not original and that every single author in the world has always done just that) but it’s the way… no, It’s the words. It’s the words he chooses… simple and direct… and undoubtedly very private. When a character, however, silently thinks to themself the near verbatim words that we ourselves have thought in silence… well that’s incredibly powerful.
Other than the fact that that I now have to wait for the next book to come out, there is nit a single negative thing I could say about this book. And as for having to wait, well, that’s so very much a first world problem, I can’t even begin to complain about it.
September 26, 2020
Half-breed demon Quilliam J. Abernathy is the Chosen of Asmodeus and destined to become their greatest weapon against heaven and humanity. However, not only is he a powerful sorcerer but he is very prideful and his power is based on the number of grimoires and tomes he has in his collection. However, when he has a botched mission he becomes the target of Asmodeus' wrath and he is stripped of everything - sorcery, protections and even his books. Add to that the duo of deadly angels that want him dead and he is in big trouble. He has a big choice to make - obey Asmodeus so he can reclaim his magic and book so he can continue to work towards the apocalypse or rebel again his position and role in Hell. Either way, he's doomed.
This was a book full of magical danger and drama as Quill battled to stay alive and try to cope with his severely restricted abilities. It was nice to experience him in his origin and why he was the way he is. There was plenty of drama, danger and action in this story which set the scene nicely for the series to come (this was the first book). Anyone who has read the Darkling Mage series by the same author will have already met Quill and it was great to have some more background to him and his abilities. I look forward to reading more of this series and enjoying the adventures and scrapes he gets himself into. Well written and easy to read and understand, the writing style was very descriptive and clear.
This was a book full of magical danger and drama as Quill battled to stay alive and try to cope with his severely restricted abilities. It was nice to experience him in his origin and why he was the way he is. There was plenty of drama, danger and action in this story which set the scene nicely for the series to come (this was the first book). Anyone who has read the Darkling Mage series by the same author will have already met Quill and it was great to have some more background to him and his abilities. I look forward to reading more of this series and enjoying the adventures and scrapes he gets himself into. Well written and easy to read and understand, the writing style was very descriptive and clear.
September 23, 2020
Quilliam is out collecting books, his first love besides Pierce, a brother of his heart, Mr. Wrinkles his cat and Hornbellows his golem. A special room hides his special books that he steals from fellow mages and collectors...a little violence...what the hey. Underneath all this he knows his mother, the Prince of Lust will soon rattle his cage in order to get him to do what he has been training for and that is to destroy the human world. He has a problem with this because he would rather rule than destroy and he also hides a soft heart. The book contains tales of murderous angels, a mother who wants to use Quilliam for her own gains, a book who is his teacher and mentor, who he doesn't know if he trust, A cat that he thinks might become his familiar at some point, a new witch friend, a monsterous piece of metal who supposedly has not feelings, Pierce who will do anything for him, twists and turns you won't believe and a found family...since his mother isn't into family. An excellent story that I found entrancing, absorbing and more than I expected it to be. Quilliam was a character that I had a hard time with whenever he was in one of the other books, but he has grown on me and now I understand why he needed a series of his own. Well worth reading as all the series that this author writes. Enjoy. I voluntarily read and reviewed this ARC Book.
September 27, 2020
This is the third series set in the same universe, which started with the Darkling Mage series.
(It's not necessary to follow either of the two related series, although I think it does add a richness when it comes to the inevitable cameos). This series follows Quilliam J. Abernathy - an antagonist from the Sins of the Father series, who happens to be the son of the demon Prince of Lust.
The strong elements that I have come to expect from this author are in evidence here: excellent world-building, witty and snappy dialogue, strong and interesting characters, excellent pacing.
This particular series focuses on an area that was present but not a primary focus in the two sister series: the hells and their inhabitants. I think this is a fantastic way of continuing to expand the universe in a different direction.
As always, the author has created some incredibly vivid and memorable characters. I am particularly drawn to Mr. Wrinkles and Hornbellow. For me, the jury is still out on Quill, as far as my personal taste is concerned, however, he is definitely a strong character with a lot of potential to develop over the course of the series.
This was a great start to the series, and I do like how it's tied to the Sins of the Father series. I look forward to the next installment.
I received an ARC via the author.
(It's not necessary to follow either of the two related series, although I think it does add a richness when it comes to the inevitable cameos). This series follows Quilliam J. Abernathy - an antagonist from the Sins of the Father series, who happens to be the son of the demon Prince of Lust.
The strong elements that I have come to expect from this author are in evidence here: excellent world-building, witty and snappy dialogue, strong and interesting characters, excellent pacing.
This particular series focuses on an area that was present but not a primary focus in the two sister series: the hells and their inhabitants. I think this is a fantastic way of continuing to expand the universe in a different direction.
As always, the author has created some incredibly vivid and memorable characters. I am particularly drawn to Mr. Wrinkles and Hornbellow. For me, the jury is still out on Quill, as far as my personal taste is concerned, however, he is definitely a strong character with a lot of potential to develop over the course of the series.
This was a great start to the series, and I do like how it's tied to the Sins of the Father series. I look forward to the next installment.
I received an ARC via the author.
January 13, 2021
I'm on the fence with this book. I liked some of the characters, like Crystal and Dantaleon (really imaginative character!) I liked the Egyptian mythology angle. The story was decent and the editing was OK. What I didn't care for were the main male characters, Quill and Pierce who were supposed to be 24 and 23 respectively and grew up in a hell with the Prince of Lust (Quill is one of her sons). Quill and Pierce acted like they were 13 or14. This was not meant to be YA fiction due to the swearing and sexual innuendos (which don't bother me). Even the angels in the story acted like early teenage kids. If the guys in the story had been written with just a tad more maturity, or if it was clearly YA and their ages were, say 14-16 years old, the actions and emotions would have better fit the characters.
September 4, 2022
We meet Quill in Mason's Sins Of the Father series but we aren't quite sure exactly who and what he is. That is revealed in Morning Star and the truth is stunning, especially when seeing him as a teenager in the prequel. In this full length novel, he is on the cusp of his path in the world. I had a mental picture of him being a bit older, a bit more sure of himself when seen through Mason's eyes. Having his POV in this story makes me rethink his action in the previous books. I already thought he was powerful, but now I see the strength he has to fight his own instincts and expectations of others. Decisions are made. I'm so curious to see how his original mission and his personal choices align, if at all. And I'm super excited to see him in the rest of the Mason books now that I know more about him.
October 5, 2020
Very Interesting
Its always a pleasure to sit down and read a book by this author. In this case, the conflict between Quilliam and his demon mother (father?) makes for a very interesting story. It also could make for some interesting discussions--about heaven and hell, good and evil, black and white. You will laugh at some of his antics and empathize with his realization that he has to grow up and learn to take care of himself. Can a spoiled brat of a half-demon learn what it takes to survive on his own?
Its always a pleasure to sit down and read a book by this author. In this case, the conflict between Quilliam and his demon mother (father?) makes for a very interesting story. It also could make for some interesting discussions--about heaven and hell, good and evil, black and white. You will laugh at some of his antics and empathize with his realization that he has to grow up and learn to take care of himself. Can a spoiled brat of a half-demon learn what it takes to survive on his own?
September 25, 2020
Renewing my tendency to fall for villains
Nazri has a way of making you see the human side of villains... even when the other side of them is demon. Quilliam is a lovely half demon brat that really starts to grow in this adventure. Beautiful and powerful, this book is full of action and also cats. Love the cats.
Nazri has a way of making you see the human side of villains... even when the other side of them is demon. Quilliam is a lovely half demon brat that really starts to grow in this adventure. Beautiful and powerful, this book is full of action and also cats. Love the cats.
September 29, 2020
We have all read about the hero/heroine’s struggles, and now Nazri Noor provides a riveting tale of a protagonist, born of evil and meant to destroy. How does his journey through life evolve? Especially since Quilliam has a moral code. Demon Prints is just the beginning. I cannot wait for the next book.
October 1, 2020
Can you like a demon?
When first introduced to Quilliam you automatically dislike the little twig. But after reading this you quickly change your mind. Familiar characters abound and the story is fantastic. You really do care for the little demon after all. Can't wait for the next installment
When first introduced to Quilliam you automatically dislike the little twig. But after reading this you quickly change your mind. Familiar characters abound and the story is fantastic. You really do care for the little demon after all. Can't wait for the next installment
September 28, 2020
Quilliam is a good bad guy.
Quilliam J. Abernathy is such a great character. Nazri has written a fun, action packed tale that will leave readers ready for more. This book has demons, humans, gods and so much more. Very much enjoyed this infernal world.
Quilliam J. Abernathy is such a great character. Nazri has written a fun, action packed tale that will leave readers ready for more. This book has demons, humans, gods and so much more. Very much enjoyed this infernal world.
October 29, 2020
OK Nazri Noor is a genius. I hated this guy in earlier series but now I understand and care about him. Wouldn’t say I would die for him yet as I would Dust but give me a few more books and we will see.
April 26, 2024
Demon Prints
Here we get to know Quilliam and what makes him tick. In the Dustin Graves books, he appears as kind of a jerk, but there had to be more to him. I loved this book and am eagerly looking forward to reading more in this series! Highly Recommended
Here we get to know Quilliam and what makes him tick. In the Dustin Graves books, he appears as kind of a jerk, but there had to be more to him. I loved this book and am eagerly looking forward to reading more in this series! Highly Recommended
September 28, 2020
I absolutely loved reading about how Quilliam ended up in our world. Such a brilliant mind you have, Nazri Noor.
October 6, 2020
Demons and everthing
I love it this is full of surprises!! Some vary lol funny. And an awesome ending for a new beginning. I can't wait to read the next one.
I love it this is full of surprises!! Some vary lol funny. And an awesome ending for a new beginning. I can't wait to read the next one.
October 15, 2020
Very good read
Nazri has done a it again. He took a character who is rather unlikable and made us like him. Great start to a new series.
Nazri has done a it again. He took a character who is rather unlikable and made us like him. Great start to a new series.
March 25, 2021
Very entertaining read
I enjoyed reading this book very much and would recommend it to anyone that like magic, odd relationships and lots of action.
I enjoyed reading this book very much and would recommend it to anyone that like magic, odd relationships and lots of action.
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