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Saint Tommy, NYPD #8
Hussar: A Catholic Action Horror Novel
Lt. Tommy Nolan has enjoyed a relatively quiet life for the past three years. His promotion has taken him away from the streets and away from the line of fire.
But when a training camp for terrorists threatens his city, he's dragged back into the sulfur. Creatures of the damned are rising, and he's the only man who can stop them.
Because the heir of Tommy's ultimate enemy has returned, and he's bringing with him all the forces of Hell.
WARNING: This novel involves human trafficking, child abuse, Big Tech, an accurate portrayal of Child Protection Services, Anti-Fa thugs and other Socialists.
But when a training camp for terrorists threatens his city, he's dragged back into the sulfur. Creatures of the damned are rising, and he's the only man who can stop them.
Because the heir of Tommy's ultimate enemy has returned, and he's bringing with him all the forces of Hell.
WARNING: This novel involves human trafficking, child abuse, Big Tech, an accurate portrayal of Child Protection Services, Anti-Fa thugs and other Socialists.
- GenresUrban Fantasy
207 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 26, 2021
About the author
Declan Finn
110 books746 followersDeclan Finn is the NYC based author of books ranging from thrillers to urban fantasy to SciFi, including the 2016 Dragon Award Nominated Novel for Best horror, Honor at Stake, 2017 for Live and Let Bite, and 2018 for Codename: Unsub in best Apocalypse. He is known for "his strong fight scenes and is romance novels are sexy without being dirty, providing enough sexual tension to curl toes."
He hosts the Catholic Geek Radio show, and can be found wherever someone is starting trouble. He also writes thrillers, video game reviews, and works for several blogs.
He is one of a legion of writers over at The Catholic Geeks blog (a legion, for we are many). Other books he has written includes the comedy-thriller It Was Only on Stun! where he blows up a sci-fi convention (no, not this one). He co-authored the science fiction espionage novel Codename: Winterborn. However, he is most proud of The Pius Trilogy – which includes “A Pius Man,” “A Pius Legacy,” “A Pius Stand,” and an anthology, “Pius Tales.”
He hosts the Catholic Geek Radio show, and can be found wherever someone is starting trouble. He also writes thrillers, video game reviews, and works for several blogs.
He is one of a legion of writers over at The Catholic Geeks blog (a legion, for we are many). Other books he has written includes the comedy-thriller It Was Only on Stun! where he blows up a sci-fi convention (no, not this one). He co-authored the science fiction espionage novel Codename: Winterborn. However, he is most proud of The Pius Trilogy – which includes “A Pius Man,” “A Pius Legacy,” “A Pius Stand,” and an anthology, “Pius Tales.”
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September 8, 2022
I have read 12 books by Declan Finn in the last few months, and 1 prior to that. I have love what I have read to date. I have plans to read all that I can lay my hands on. Both the Saint Tommy and the White Ops series are greatly entertaining, and I cannot wait for the Pius trilogy of 5 books to be back in print. This is another great story in an always entertaining series. These books just keep getting better and better. Part of the description of this story is:
“Detective Tommy Nolan NYPD is no longer a detective. In fact, three years after the events of Coven, Nolan has actually been promoted to Lieutenant. That means that life has been much less exciting for a while. Rather than walking the streets and getting shot at by everything from street gangs to reanimated zombies, Nolan now spends more time at his desk, keeping the department together, making sure procedures are followed and ensuring that internal affairs investigations are conducted as they should be. While Tommy is normally more of a hands-on person, the slower life agrees with him since he’s over the hill now and has started to feel age creeping up on him. Put that together with the fact that his oldest son Jeremy and his not-officially-adopted daughter Lena are in Europe to visit an old friend, and things are as calm as they could be.
That is, until he and Bokor Baracus are sent to Texas to investigate a child trafficking operation which the Texas Rangers are about to bust. While it might seem odd that an NYPD Lt would be sent to Texas for any reason, Lt. Nolan is no ordinary cop. He’s been gifted every saintly charism you can think of, from flying to literally smelling evil. Over the course of his adventures, he’s picked up a couple of other accessories: a ring with an antediluvian artifact, powered by the spiritual energy around it; and a suit of armor made from the pieces of fallen golems. He’s also run afoul of a great many politicians by taking down a death cult masquerading as a women’s health clinic and unmasking a mayor who turned out to be a warlock. So any chance his bosses have to send Nolan away on assignment as part of the NYPD’s intelligence department is welcomed.”
I said this about book 7, and say it again about this story in some ways it remindes me of Tom Clancy’s Clear and Present Danger, in that there are several different subplots that start out separately and come together in the end. Tommy and Bokor heading to Texas to tackle a human trafficking ring. There they encounter Texas Ranger, Lloyd Lerman, who joins them on a trip back to New York and then overseas as they follow the evidence trail. Tasking resources from an old friend in Europe, and performing a miracle or two always changes the landscape of these stories, but this time in a very different way. Tommy’s son, Jeremy, his ward Lena and their friend have been getting in on the action as well.
This story is action packed. From beginning to end the story races at a break neck from beginning to end, and I will be honest it leaves you wanting to jump into the next story right away. The story is fiction but deals with some very heavy themes. Themes not often talked about in mainstream media and often not even society. Finn does an excellent job of weaving current events into this Catholic Action Horror novel. The characters are masterfully written. Seeing Jeremy and Lena come into their own is fascinating, and leaves the reading wondering what they will be up to next.
I have read books from three different series by Finn and can say I enjoyed them all. The books in this series should be read in order as they are a continuous story. I can easily recommend this book and these stories to mature readers. Finn does a masterful job of blending faith and fiction and thereby crafting excellent stories! It is an intense story in a great series.
Note: This book is part of a series of reviews: 2022 Catholic Reading Plan!
“Detective Tommy Nolan NYPD is no longer a detective. In fact, three years after the events of Coven, Nolan has actually been promoted to Lieutenant. That means that life has been much less exciting for a while. Rather than walking the streets and getting shot at by everything from street gangs to reanimated zombies, Nolan now spends more time at his desk, keeping the department together, making sure procedures are followed and ensuring that internal affairs investigations are conducted as they should be. While Tommy is normally more of a hands-on person, the slower life agrees with him since he’s over the hill now and has started to feel age creeping up on him. Put that together with the fact that his oldest son Jeremy and his not-officially-adopted daughter Lena are in Europe to visit an old friend, and things are as calm as they could be.
That is, until he and Bokor Baracus are sent to Texas to investigate a child trafficking operation which the Texas Rangers are about to bust. While it might seem odd that an NYPD Lt would be sent to Texas for any reason, Lt. Nolan is no ordinary cop. He’s been gifted every saintly charism you can think of, from flying to literally smelling evil. Over the course of his adventures, he’s picked up a couple of other accessories: a ring with an antediluvian artifact, powered by the spiritual energy around it; and a suit of armor made from the pieces of fallen golems. He’s also run afoul of a great many politicians by taking down a death cult masquerading as a women’s health clinic and unmasking a mayor who turned out to be a warlock. So any chance his bosses have to send Nolan away on assignment as part of the NYPD’s intelligence department is welcomed.”
I said this about book 7, and say it again about this story in some ways it remindes me of Tom Clancy’s Clear and Present Danger, in that there are several different subplots that start out separately and come together in the end. Tommy and Bokor heading to Texas to tackle a human trafficking ring. There they encounter Texas Ranger, Lloyd Lerman, who joins them on a trip back to New York and then overseas as they follow the evidence trail. Tasking resources from an old friend in Europe, and performing a miracle or two always changes the landscape of these stories, but this time in a very different way. Tommy’s son, Jeremy, his ward Lena and their friend have been getting in on the action as well.
This story is action packed. From beginning to end the story races at a break neck from beginning to end, and I will be honest it leaves you wanting to jump into the next story right away. The story is fiction but deals with some very heavy themes. Themes not often talked about in mainstream media and often not even society. Finn does an excellent job of weaving current events into this Catholic Action Horror novel. The characters are masterfully written. Seeing Jeremy and Lena come into their own is fascinating, and leaves the reading wondering what they will be up to next.
I have read books from three different series by Finn and can say I enjoyed them all. The books in this series should be read in order as they are a continuous story. I can easily recommend this book and these stories to mature readers. Finn does a masterful job of blending faith and fiction and thereby crafting excellent stories! It is an intense story in a great series.
Note: This book is part of a series of reviews: 2022 Catholic Reading Plan!
February 9, 2021
Once again seriously with non stop action. Loved every minute of the book. Especially like the ongoing growth in all the characters.
April 16, 2021
If you can't find humour in your faith, don't bother reading this. I can and loved it! 10/10 5*!
A Wonder Worker Cop (A living Saint) who fights the Supernatural..... What's not to love!. Funny, educational and a really good action book, The plots are believable, well written and extremely difficult to put down!. I love the characters from Alex whose Tommy's partner, A long time veteran trying to live long enough, to collect his pension, which with Tommy's antics is difficult!, to his amazing Wife and Son who shoot like Delta force! , to his literally amazing guardian who is a young Polish girl in a pink dress, who hurls objects with her mind.... What more can I say?. Declan Finn kicks evil ass like no one else, and if you miss this series you'll kick yourself!
A Wonder Worker Cop (A living Saint) who fights the Supernatural..... What's not to love!. Funny, educational and a really good action book, The plots are believable, well written and extremely difficult to put down!. I love the characters from Alex whose Tommy's partner, A long time veteran trying to live long enough, to collect his pension, which with Tommy's antics is difficult!, to his amazing Wife and Son who shoot like Delta force! , to his literally amazing guardian who is a young Polish girl in a pink dress, who hurls objects with her mind.... What more can I say?. Declan Finn kicks evil ass like no one else, and if you miss this series you'll kick yourself!
February 8, 2021
Another excellent entry in the Saint Tommy world
Wow. Just wow. Tommy had a three year break but things are back to normal . . . for a wonder-worker. No spoilers, just read the story. It is a fantastic addition to the Saint Tommy series. I am really looking forward to see where Mr. Finn takes Tommy as the journey continues.
Warning: if you are offended by a faithful husband, devoted father, and devout believer [umm, an actual devout believer not the msm-version currently being pushed] , proceed with caution. Your delicate sensibilities may be stepped on.
Wow. Just wow. Tommy had a three year break but things are back to normal . . . for a wonder-worker. No spoilers, just read the story. It is a fantastic addition to the Saint Tommy series. I am really looking forward to see where Mr. Finn takes Tommy as the journey continues.
Warning: if you are offended by a faithful husband, devoted father, and devout believer [umm, an actual devout believer not the msm-version currently being pushed] , proceed with caution. Your delicate sensibilities may be stepped on.
May 23, 2021
Another exciting addition to the series.
Silly me. I missed the release of the last two in this series and had to play catch. There is something mesmerizing about this series as there almost always is not when evil reads its ugly head and those on God's side roll into action. If paranormal.am reading in your wheelhouse, definitely check out this series. Well, all of Declan Finns books for that matter.
Silly me. I missed the release of the last two in this series and had to play catch. There is something mesmerizing about this series as there almost always is not when evil reads its ugly head and those on God's side roll into action. If paranormal.am reading in your wheelhouse, definitely check out this series. Well, all of Declan Finns books for that matter.
May 26, 2021
Awesome book
Lots of faith, fighting and family. The fighting in this book us amazing. Tommy's kids make an appearance and they just makes it that much better.
Lots of faith, fighting and family. The fighting in this book us amazing. Tommy's kids make an appearance and they just makes it that much better.
March 19, 2022
Most people do not react well to their children following in their career footsteps, but most people are not Lt. Tommy Nolan, NYPD (aka Saint Tommy). What parent wants their children to take up hunting supernatural evil and evildoers? Unfortunately, Tommy Nolan and his wife are excellent at raising strong, self-assured, faith-filled, proactive proponents of social justice (though not political correctness), who have already stood beside him to save the world from the forces of damnation - did he really think that Jeremy and Lena would not step out on their own to continue the good fight? This takes becoming an empty nester to a very different level.
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