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A Nefarious Carol
The time has finally come. Confident America has been conquered, Satan prepares to initiate the final stage of his master plan, but it requires a willing partner—will she say yes? Convinced his demon general Lord Nefarious has successfully conquered America, Satan himself now decides it’s time for him to step out of the shadows and complete his master plan. But for it to succeed, he must find a willing partner… On the run, frightened, and alone, Rae is cornered one fateful night in a rundown motel room by the devil himself. He has a once-in-eternity offer for her—the chance to change the world forever. But to convince her to freely accept it, Satan needs to connect with Rae’s past, present, and future to prove to her he can be trusted after all. A showdown for the ages is officially on, and humanity hangs in the balance.
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71 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 15, 2020
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January 11, 2021
Powerful.
We are introduced to Satan in this "A Christmas Carol"-style adventure. The story is short, but the message is gripping.
While Rae's world is falling apart, she encounters one who offers her a chance of a lifetime. Will she listen to the purrs of this demon, or will she return to the life of healing and heartache?
I read this seeing hints of Frank Pernetti's "This Present Darkness and C. S. Lewis' "Screwtape Letters".
This is a great read ... if you dare.
We are introduced to Satan in this "A Christmas Carol"-style adventure. The story is short, but the message is gripping.
While Rae's world is falling apart, she encounters one who offers her a chance of a lifetime. Will she listen to the purrs of this demon, or will she return to the life of healing and heartache?
I read this seeing hints of Frank Pernetti's "This Present Darkness and C. S. Lewis' "Screwtape Letters".
This is a great read ... if you dare.
June 11, 2026
My first experience with this author was the Film based on A Nefarious Plot. Called Nefarious. An exorcist, Father Dan Rehill, said he was surprised it was allowed to be made.
Though I watched the film first, the book did not disappoint.
Steve Deace’s follow up to the first book of a similar context, A Nefarious Carol, forces me to reflect. It is easy to imagine young people today being swayed by evil. Like, Rae.
No spoilers from me. Though I wanna share the decision a young woman made who appears to be facing a dilemma Satan himself endeavors to address.
The story was intense enough for me, as with the first book, I stepped away for a few months.
The first book was so intense I stepped away on Sept 9, 2025. The next day Charlie Kirk was shot and the clip of his death went viral. I was in the midsts of confronting the Nefarious demon inside the main character of the story who was profoundly suffering. A target of evil from the start to be taunted. It was traumatic enough I stepped away for a few months.
I think the confrontation with accepting evils proposition and knowing how a person is tormented and not generally aware all the time is overwhelming to face. It’s heart breaking.
The influence the movie had did not help. That was a wild realistic characterization. No doubt influenced myself by what Father Rehill said.
Some people think possession is for Roman Catholics. It’s anyone’s game. Jesus was a Jew and Christians didn’t exist. He sent demons packing on a regular basis.
Though the power He gave to Apostles and their lineage thousands of years later would seem a little woo woo to a novice who doesn’t believe in God or reverence the Almighty.
So this book, or the other, the movie or my thoughts might not be your jam. That’s cool.
As for me, this story and the other plus movie, particularly the movie was crazy good, to me.
I find comfort in my relationship with the Father through Christ and the Holy Spirit. Seeing someone suffer, as in the movie, or the young woman confronted in this book about being the Anti Christ’s mom, if she says yes, is pretty wild to consider.
The evil presence invites Rae with many seductive options that would take away her pain. Make her the mother of the new leader of the world.
You’ll have to read to find out what she decides.
I wonder what other young women in her circumstance would choose in this day and age.
Five stars for me. It’s a short couple hour listen on Audible if you enjoy audio. Maybe while doing a project.
Though I watched the film first, the book did not disappoint.
Steve Deace’s follow up to the first book of a similar context, A Nefarious Carol, forces me to reflect. It is easy to imagine young people today being swayed by evil. Like, Rae.
No spoilers from me. Though I wanna share the decision a young woman made who appears to be facing a dilemma Satan himself endeavors to address.
The story was intense enough for me, as with the first book, I stepped away for a few months.
The first book was so intense I stepped away on Sept 9, 2025. The next day Charlie Kirk was shot and the clip of his death went viral. I was in the midsts of confronting the Nefarious demon inside the main character of the story who was profoundly suffering. A target of evil from the start to be taunted. It was traumatic enough I stepped away for a few months.
I think the confrontation with accepting evils proposition and knowing how a person is tormented and not generally aware all the time is overwhelming to face. It’s heart breaking.
The influence the movie had did not help. That was a wild realistic characterization. No doubt influenced myself by what Father Rehill said.
Some people think possession is for Roman Catholics. It’s anyone’s game. Jesus was a Jew and Christians didn’t exist. He sent demons packing on a regular basis.
Though the power He gave to Apostles and their lineage thousands of years later would seem a little woo woo to a novice who doesn’t believe in God or reverence the Almighty.
So this book, or the other, the movie or my thoughts might not be your jam. That’s cool.
As for me, this story and the other plus movie, particularly the movie was crazy good, to me.
I find comfort in my relationship with the Father through Christ and the Holy Spirit. Seeing someone suffer, as in the movie, or the young woman confronted in this book about being the Anti Christ’s mom, if she says yes, is pretty wild to consider.
The evil presence invites Rae with many seductive options that would take away her pain. Make her the mother of the new leader of the world.
You’ll have to read to find out what she decides.
I wonder what other young women in her circumstance would choose in this day and age.
Five stars for me. It’s a short couple hour listen on Audible if you enjoy audio. Maybe while doing a project.
September 9, 2025
This was a good short read. As the story progressed I really wasn’t sure where it could go when the pages left dwindled. I’d say it was probably a better ending than what I was expecting given everything leading up to it.
January 19, 2021
A Sad Glad Story
I won't give away the end, but I will say that Steve Desde wrote the Devil's voice very well. As he gets to convince Rae to join him, you can see the half truths and justifications that are used to support why certain things are said or done. The most chilling is the idea of the future. We could be heading there right now.
I won't give away the end, but I will say that Steve Desde wrote the Devil's voice very well. As he gets to convince Rae to join him, you can see the half truths and justifications that are used to support why certain things are said or done. The most chilling is the idea of the future. We could be heading there right now.
January 20, 2021
This book does an excellent job of reflecting on the tipping point of our world and culture that is before our very eyes, but in a way that is engaging as a novella. It is the sequel to "A Nefarious Plot" which I also can't recommend highly enough.
September 1, 2023
I read A Nefarious Plot, so I had high hopes for this one. I, unfortunately, wasn’t a fan of A Nefarious Carol. I get the point Deace was trying to make and the path he was taking with it, but I thought it was an obvious read and sometimes a bit cheesy? Maybe it was just me, but this one didn’t work for me. It’s a quick read and does grab you because you want to know how it’s going to turn out, but it was a letdown, in my opinion.
January 19, 2025
Having read Nefarious, I was really excited to start reading this book. Well, I was actually terrified. Nefarious laid out a plan so ghastly, so close to home, that I truly began to fear for society’s souls and the future of my children. Never has something been so chilling and panic inducing to me as the plans contained in Nefarious.
Unfortunately, maybe I’ve missed the larger picture in A Nefarious Carol. Yes, the Devil has made his appearance to young Rae. He appeals to her pains, her trials and tribulations, and attempts to persuade her of the beauty and peace that only he can provide. After all, where was God when she was suffering? God didn’t answer, God didn’t stop the obstacles —— but, for someone claiming to want the best for everyone, to rule humanity for its own good, did the Devil answer and stop the pain? Of course not. The Devil was there, watching and lying in wait, to pounce on those in their hardest of times, not to save them and deliver them, but to enslave them to his false offer of hedonism and tolerance for all forms of deviancy. Everything he says sounds as though it is from an altruistic position, the older sibling fearing for their younger inexperienced sibling, but it’s simply a ruse. His goal is plain to see: he doesn’t want you to forget about God, on the contrary, he wants you to believe in God and to replace him. To “upgrade” to a new Ruler….. to let the Devil take his place and for God to sit in the position of the Devil - spoken of, known, but holding no superiority. He speaks of free will and deliverance but simultaneously discusses the need to curb free will, to rule humans (meatbags) because they lack the ability to control their own free will. As Nancy Pelosi has said “people are too stupid to know what’s good for them.”
Maybe I didn’t miss the point. Maybe I do see what the major plan for the Devil is….. but even so, I fear the message will not reach enough ears. Let us all not be fooled by the temptations of what is easy but by what is right in the face of ease.
Unfortunately, maybe I’ve missed the larger picture in A Nefarious Carol. Yes, the Devil has made his appearance to young Rae. He appeals to her pains, her trials and tribulations, and attempts to persuade her of the beauty and peace that only he can provide. After all, where was God when she was suffering? God didn’t answer, God didn’t stop the obstacles —— but, for someone claiming to want the best for everyone, to rule humanity for its own good, did the Devil answer and stop the pain? Of course not. The Devil was there, watching and lying in wait, to pounce on those in their hardest of times, not to save them and deliver them, but to enslave them to his false offer of hedonism and tolerance for all forms of deviancy. Everything he says sounds as though it is from an altruistic position, the older sibling fearing for their younger inexperienced sibling, but it’s simply a ruse. His goal is plain to see: he doesn’t want you to forget about God, on the contrary, he wants you to believe in God and to replace him. To “upgrade” to a new Ruler….. to let the Devil take his place and for God to sit in the position of the Devil - spoken of, known, but holding no superiority. He speaks of free will and deliverance but simultaneously discusses the need to curb free will, to rule humans (meatbags) because they lack the ability to control their own free will. As Nancy Pelosi has said “people are too stupid to know what’s good for them.”
Maybe I didn’t miss the point. Maybe I do see what the major plan for the Devil is….. but even so, I fear the message will not reach enough ears. Let us all not be fooled by the temptations of what is easy but by what is right in the face of ease.
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December 23, 2024
I enjoy Steve Deace. Being originally from Iowa, I remember Deace doing a sports talk radio show on KJJC and then moving to WHO. I still listen to his podcasts when I can. I have read Nefarious Plot and looked forward to reading this book, which is patterned after A Christmas Carol by Dickens.
This book had an interesting spin on A Christmas Carol. In it, Nefarious, a name for Satan, has Rae in a motel room, and he is trying to convince her to bear his child, who will rule the Earth as the Anti-Christ.
Like the original Carol, we get glimpses of Rae's past, present, and future. At the end of the story, Rae makes a decision.
I read this book just before Christmas, which seemed fitting. A short read in front of the fireplace which I enjoyed.
This book had an interesting spin on A Christmas Carol. In it, Nefarious, a name for Satan, has Rae in a motel room, and he is trying to convince her to bear his child, who will rule the Earth as the Anti-Christ.
Like the original Carol, we get glimpses of Rae's past, present, and future. At the end of the story, Rae makes a decision.
I read this book just before Christmas, which seemed fitting. A short read in front of the fireplace which I enjoyed.
May 8, 2026
4 Stars • A Nefarious Carol by Steve Deace is a 100-page novella. This sequel to A Nefarious Plot is a Christian supernatural thriller. It’s a modern twist on A Christmas Carol in which a scared young woman is confronted by dark forces. They take her through her past, present, and future, exploring temptation, spiritual warfare, free will, and the fight for America’s soul. It’s a super gripping and thought-provoking faith-based read.
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July 17, 2022
Had me hooked the entire time. A great companion piece to Deace's "A Nefarious Plot." Readers who love a dark and theological take on issues will love this book. Although a little short for my taste, Deace knocked this book straight out of the part. Highly recommend and am looking forward to the upcoming movie.
May 26, 2023
Okay so I was not sure what to expect from the book after seeing some clips of the movie but I have to say it is one of the best books I have read In a while. It's not a very big book at all like a one night read but it packs a lot in it. Definitely one that I have to own! You much read this book if you like A Christmas carol by Charles Dickens you will love this one as well.
June 11, 2024
Interesting book but I don’t think it’s good as A Nefarious Plot. The main character didn’t make sense to me—is she broken and hurt or does she have wit and self confidence? It’s too short of a book and she waivers too much to call it depth or character development. (I know it’s a metaphor, but still)
August 14, 2024
A short but poignant book. The devil offers a abused woman the chance to live in luxury, provided she become his bride and give birth to the Anti-Christ. This book is a reminder to us, the Church. Will we choose the pain path and follow Jesus Christ? The alternative is the pleasure path, which requires following the devil and fighting against God.
May 30, 2026
"All of the worst decisions made by human beings throughout history were made out of fear."
It was interesting, not a format I am used to. There were many things brought up that led to questions many people have about life choices and where they lead you. The lesson for me is that there are infinite redemption opportunities with God.
It was interesting, not a format I am used to. There were many things brought up that led to questions many people have about life choices and where they lead you. The lesson for me is that there are infinite redemption opportunities with God.
May 1, 2023
A chilling fantasy modern day version of the Dickens' classic. The devil presents a lost young girl with an offer she should definitely refuse. A very Christian look at temptation and how our past can shape our future. Nowhere near as good as A Nefarious Plot, but a wonderful read nonetheless.
May 12, 2023
Wow!
I don’t want to give any spoilers away, so I can’t say much about the plot. Just know the characters (human and not) come from very dark places. And not all stay there. It seems this author found hope since the prior book in the duo. Quick read.
I don’t want to give any spoilers away, so I can’t say much about the plot. Just know the characters (human and not) come from very dark places. And not all stay there. It seems this author found hope since the prior book in the duo. Quick read.
December 31, 2020
If you enjoy C.S. Lewis you'll enjoy this book. It amazes me the twists in logic that book takes that seem completely sensible and yet, at the same time, incredibly diabolical.
February 11, 2021
Easy read. Rae struggles with Satan’s evil ways and her belief in herself and in those she loves. Really enjoyed the read.
February 17, 2021
Great Read!
I couldn’t put it down! Flows and reads easily, but is anything but an easy subject. I will recommend this book to everyone I know!
I couldn’t put it down! Flows and reads easily, but is anything but an easy subject. I will recommend this book to everyone I know!
March 13, 2021
Keep my attention short read. Thought provoking
March 19, 2021
Excellent!
What an interesting reversal. Such a stirring presentation! The audio is amazing as well. "You thought it was dark out, but it was only dark in."
What an interesting reversal. Such a stirring presentation! The audio is amazing as well. "You thought it was dark out, but it was only dark in."
May 14, 2021
It was good. Wish it was longer and even more detailed through each chapter. The last chapter was by far the best.
September 7, 2021
More good work from Steve.
December 5, 2021
Really well written story of redemption, sprinkled with thoughts from the enemy showing what a struggle it is to first believe in Christ, and find redemption.
April 28, 2023
Hope
Hope for the hopeless.
This story offers hope even in the darkness. And it's dark, darkness that is without light until it appears
Hope for the hopeless.
This story offers hope even in the darkness. And it's dark, darkness that is without light until it appears
May 3, 2023
An allegory. Light vs dark, good vs evil.
May 16, 2023
A Big Reminder!
Satan works on our weaknesses, and exploits them. Don't listen to that voice! We do have a choice: choose carefully.
Satan works on our weaknesses, and exploits them. Don't listen to that voice! We do have a choice: choose carefully.
August 11, 2023
4.5
Much better than the Plot
The movie is even better
Much better than the Plot
The movie is even better
August 28, 2023
2.5 stars
October 10, 2023
Fantastic!
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