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Souls #2
The Book of Demons
Ghost-touched teen Jack Kelly returns in this polished urban fantasy/horror sequel to Moore’s The Book of Souls. At times an intriguing mystery, at others a chilling thriller, The Book of Demons offers a sensational stroll through the hustle and bustle of an inventively paranormal version of 80s New York City. Jack’s development throughout is an adventurous, if spooky, coming of age story that will thrill and at times scare readers of classic urban fantasy and YA series... ----
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The Book of Demons, the much-anticipated sequel to The Book of Souls, finds Jack Kelly in the fight of his life. This time, he's not battling ghosts. His nemesis is the shapeshifting necromancer, Mr. Philips, who inhabits both the world of the living and the world of the dead.
When Mr. Philips discovers a powerful, cursed painting whose magic he can use for personal gain, he will stop at nothing to acquire it…including murder.
Before he can get his hands on it, the painting goes missing and its artist is found dead. Enraged, Mr. Philips vows to hunt it down. But someone else finds it first: Jack, a teenage mystic who understands the painting’s tremendous power and would do anything to keep Mr. Philips from harnessing it.
Along with two unexpected allies—a non-verbal autistic child and the spirit of a dead nun—Jack battles to keep the painting away from Mr. Philips. But as the stakes rise along with the body count, their epic battle for possession of the painting may cost Jack everything and everyone he loves.
BOOKLIFE REVIEWS
The Book of Demons, the much-anticipated sequel to The Book of Souls, finds Jack Kelly in the fight of his life. This time, he's not battling ghosts. His nemesis is the shapeshifting necromancer, Mr. Philips, who inhabits both the world of the living and the world of the dead.
When Mr. Philips discovers a powerful, cursed painting whose magic he can use for personal gain, he will stop at nothing to acquire it…including murder.
Before he can get his hands on it, the painting goes missing and its artist is found dead. Enraged, Mr. Philips vows to hunt it down. But someone else finds it first: Jack, a teenage mystic who understands the painting’s tremendous power and would do anything to keep Mr. Philips from harnessing it.
Along with two unexpected allies—a non-verbal autistic child and the spirit of a dead nun—Jack battles to keep the painting away from Mr. Philips. But as the stakes rise along with the body count, their epic battle for possession of the painting may cost Jack everything and everyone he loves.
146 pages, Paperback
Published October 11, 2022
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Meet Kevin Moore, the imaginative storyteller behind Jack Kelly's captivating world and extraordinary paranormal adventures. His debut novel, The Book of Souls, earned praises as an Amazon Editors' pick for Best Science Fiction and Fantasy and introduced readers to Kelly's mesmerizing abilities. Building on this success, Moore delved deeper into the supernatural realm with "The Book of Demons," a thrilling blend of magic and suspense—think Harry Potter meets The Exorcist. Brace yourselves for the next chapter in the Jack Kelly saga. "Pandora's Box and The Lost Boys" promises to unleash an even more intense level of spine-tingling drama in early 2025.
But Moore's literary talents are not confined to the paranormal. His anthology "Christmas Stories 7: Original Short Stories" became an Amazon #1 bestseller, showcasing his ability to craft heartwarming tales. The eagerly awaited "Christmas Stories Volume II" is set for release in November 2024, promising more enchanting narratives.
And in early 2025, prepare to be captivated by "Waking Sleeping Beauty," a spiritual thriller about three very different women.
Away from the written page, Moore draws inspiration from lucid dreaming. He infuses his writing process with a unique depth and clarity. However, Moore's pursuits are not limited to the arts. He is a certified Yoga teacher and Advanced Reiki Practitioner, embracing holistic practices that enrich his personal and professional life, a testament to his dedication to personal growth and enrichment.
Discover more about Moore and his captivating books, and consider inviting him to your next Book Club event for an unforgettable literary experience. moorebooks59@gmail.com
Kevin Moore
Meet Kevin Moore, the imaginative storyteller behind Jack Kelly's captivating world and extraordinary paranormal adventures. His debut novel, The Book of Souls, earned praises as an Amazon Editors' pick for Best Science Fiction and Fantasy and introduced readers to Kelly's mesmerizing abilities. Building on this success, Moore delved deeper into the supernatural realm with "The Book of Demons," a thrilling blend of magic and suspense—think Harry Potter meets The Exorcist. Brace yourselves for the next chapter in the Jack Kelly saga. "Pandora's Box and The Lost Boys" promises to unleash an even more intense level of spine-tingling drama in early 2025.
But Moore's literary talents are not confined to the paranormal. His anthology "Christmas Stories 7: Original Short Stories" became an Amazon #1 bestseller, showcasing his ability to craft heartwarming tales. The eagerly awaited "Christmas Stories Volume II" is set for release in November 2024, promising more enchanting narratives.
And in early 2025, prepare to be captivated by "Waking Sleeping Beauty," a spiritual thriller about three very different women.
Away from the written page, Moore draws inspiration from lucid dreaming. He infuses his writing process with a unique depth and clarity. However, Moore's pursuits are not limited to the arts. He is a certified Yoga teacher and Advanced Reiki Practitioner, embracing holistic practices that enrich his personal and professional life, a testament to his dedication to personal growth and enrichment.
Discover more about Moore and his captivating books, and consider inviting him to your next Book Club event for an unforgettable literary experience. moorebooks59@gmail.com
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October 11, 2022
Thank you to the author and my partners at Books Forward for a gifted arc of this novel in exchange for my honest thoughts.
The Book of Demons is the conclusion to The Book of Souls novel about Jack Kelly, an adult who wakes up as his thirteen-year-old self after a terrible accident and discovers that he possesses supernatural abilities. Demons picks up after the events of Souls and finds Jack battling a new foe who seeks to acquire a magical painting in Jack’s possession for evil gains.
Much like the first book, this sequel was an atmospheric read and did a nice job with setting up a creepy and mysterious tone for the plot. Readers will encounter plenty of familiar characters who helped Jack discover and hone his abilities. It also deals with the fallout of Jack’s dangerous adventures, including repairing a strained relationship with his father and his struggle to find balance between his investigations and having a normal home/school life.
In my opinion, this sequel suffers from having a much shorter novella length than the previous book. Sitting at a very brisk 137 pages, the pacing was difficult to judge–the pages were eventful but at the same time, the plot felt quite plodding, especially in the first half. There was a noticeable lack of thrilling and heartstopping moments unlike in the first book which made it so fun to read.
I would have loved an expansion on the backstory of the villain to understand his motives better. The ending seemed to come abruptly also, though the overarching plot was resolved by the last pages. There’s definitely potential to expand on this universe should the author decide to return to it.
The Book of Demons is the conclusion to The Book of Souls novel about Jack Kelly, an adult who wakes up as his thirteen-year-old self after a terrible accident and discovers that he possesses supernatural abilities. Demons picks up after the events of Souls and finds Jack battling a new foe who seeks to acquire a magical painting in Jack’s possession for evil gains.
Much like the first book, this sequel was an atmospheric read and did a nice job with setting up a creepy and mysterious tone for the plot. Readers will encounter plenty of familiar characters who helped Jack discover and hone his abilities. It also deals with the fallout of Jack’s dangerous adventures, including repairing a strained relationship with his father and his struggle to find balance between his investigations and having a normal home/school life.
In my opinion, this sequel suffers from having a much shorter novella length than the previous book. Sitting at a very brisk 137 pages, the pacing was difficult to judge–the pages were eventful but at the same time, the plot felt quite plodding, especially in the first half. There was a noticeable lack of thrilling and heartstopping moments unlike in the first book which made it so fun to read.
I would have loved an expansion on the backstory of the villain to understand his motives better. The ending seemed to come abruptly also, though the overarching plot was resolved by the last pages. There’s definitely potential to expand on this universe should the author decide to return to it.
October 18, 2022
A year ago, Jack Kelly woke up from a coma with a special set of abilities. With those abilities, he was able to spiritually battle an enraged ghost in his friend's apartment complex. The battle took a toll on everyone involved and Jack's friend, Peter, ended up in a psychiatric unit. After returning, Peter decided he could no longer stay in the apartment, especially with the painting the ghost had completed in life. While Jack knows that the ghost is no longer around, the painting still seems to have a strong pull and is receiving a lot of attention from a mysterious Mr. Phillips who insists on having the painting as his own. Fifteen year old Jack knows that Mr. Phillips is not human and will use the painting for nefarious means. Now, Jack must try to keep the painting safe and away from Mr. Phillips.
The Book of Demons is a fast-paced sequel to The Book of Souls. I would definitely recommend reading The Book of Souls first in order to understand Jack's history, his abilities and his connection and the history of the painting. I was immediately pulled into the story from Mr. Phillips point of view and how he came to receive his strange powers. I was excited to get back to Jack's story and see how he was dealing with life after the spiritual battle. It was interesting to see him dealing with everyday high schooler issues alongside battling a necromancer and protecting the painting. I actually would have liked to read more from Mr. Phillips point of view to know more about his powers and what he wanted in the painting. The ending wrapped up pretty quickly, and while I was happy for Jack, I wanted to know how he was able to return.
This book was received for free in return for an honest review.
The Book of Demons is a fast-paced sequel to The Book of Souls. I would definitely recommend reading The Book of Souls first in order to understand Jack's history, his abilities and his connection and the history of the painting. I was immediately pulled into the story from Mr. Phillips point of view and how he came to receive his strange powers. I was excited to get back to Jack's story and see how he was dealing with life after the spiritual battle. It was interesting to see him dealing with everyday high schooler issues alongside battling a necromancer and protecting the painting. I actually would have liked to read more from Mr. Phillips point of view to know more about his powers and what he wanted in the painting. The ending wrapped up pretty quickly, and while I was happy for Jack, I wanted to know how he was able to return.
This book was received for free in return for an honest review.
October 4, 2022
The Book of Demons is a quick and fast-paced read. I have to admit, when I received this one and saw how short it was, I was worried it wouldn't wrap the story up well. Thankfully, I was wrong.
Just like the first one, this was hard to put down. I really enjoy this author's writing style and how easily it flows. The twists in this one as we learn more about the painting, and Jack's life, were unexpected and very creative.
I love all things supernatural and witchy, so this is a perfect Spooktober read. Thank you to the author and Books Forward for the review copy. All opinions are my own.
Just like the first one, this was hard to put down. I really enjoy this author's writing style and how easily it flows. The twists in this one as we learn more about the painting, and Jack's life, were unexpected and very creative.
I love all things supernatural and witchy, so this is a perfect Spooktober read. Thank you to the author and Books Forward for the review copy. All opinions are my own.
October 11, 2022
I loved Book 1, The Book of Souls! The characters were wonderfully accessible to the reader and the world building was both easy to understand and enjoyably creepy! I felt incomplete at the end of Book 1 and just had to know what happened next.
I’m so glad I didn’t have to wait long for Book 2, The Book of Demons.
I was surprised at the size of Book 2 as it seemed so much smaller than 1 and I was concerned that there wouldn’t be time to wrap up the story. But not to worry! The Book of Demons is filled with just a little bit of back filling history but then the action begins and continues all the way to the end.
I think this duology is a great option for Horror readers and was happy to participate in both book tours. Thank you so much to #booksforward and #KevinMoore for including me!
I’m so glad I didn’t have to wait long for Book 2, The Book of Demons.
I was surprised at the size of Book 2 as it seemed so much smaller than 1 and I was concerned that there wouldn’t be time to wrap up the story. But not to worry! The Book of Demons is filled with just a little bit of back filling history but then the action begins and continues all the way to the end.
I think this duology is a great option for Horror readers and was happy to participate in both book tours. Thank you so much to #booksforward and #KevinMoore for including me!
August 7, 2022
Thank you, NetGalley, Kevin Moore, and the publishers for providing me with an ARC for the second book in The Book of Souls series.
The Book of Demons is the second book in The Book of Souls by Kevin Moore. The story was intriguing and had mayhem throughout the whole story. There was a wonderful transition from the Book of souls to The Book of Demons. The world-building was impeccable as always and the writing allowed for the world-building to be spot on.
Mr. Moore's writing style weaves a wonder tale into a complex story very effortlessly. I am sad that this is Duology and this is the final book in The Book of Souls series but I am excited for what might be next.
I hope this story gets turned into an audiobook to make it more easily accessible.
The Book of Demons is the second book in The Book of Souls by Kevin Moore. The story was intriguing and had mayhem throughout the whole story. There was a wonderful transition from the Book of souls to The Book of Demons. The world-building was impeccable as always and the writing allowed for the world-building to be spot on.
Mr. Moore's writing style weaves a wonder tale into a complex story very effortlessly. I am sad that this is Duology and this is the final book in The Book of Souls series but I am excited for what might be next.
I hope this story gets turned into an audiobook to make it more easily accessible.
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December 2, 2022Dear Jack,
It’s been another terrifying night. I’m bloody, exhausted, and scarred. But there’s nothing more important than writing this letter to you. I don’t know how old you’ll be when it finds you. I hope you read this pre-fall, pre-Kasper, pre-Mr. Phillips. That would save you—us—a lot of pain. But even if you don’t, maybe especially if you don’t…hold on, Jack. Fight.
They’ll tell you Katherine isn’t real, and that the kids you had together aren’t, either. They’ll say the shadow people, demons, and ghosts are figments of your imagination. That you should forget. Don’t listen to them, Jack. You’re not crazy. And that man you see across the way, in Apartment 3C…he’s not a man. Not anymore. If you don’t know what I’m talking about yet, you will.
I’ll tell you a secret: Time isn’t linear. You can fold it, dipping into the past, present, and future. You can find your way back to Katherine, I promise. I’ll tell you another: you can see and hear dead people. You can help ghosts move on from the in between. Some people call it a gift; the jury’s still out on that one. Whatever you want to call it, don’t be frightened of it, Jack. Use it. You’ll need to, if you want us to survive. Never lose sight or possession of the painting; it is our reason for reason; it holds time, power, and evil in its mystery. Know this: it also holds the secret to neutralizing the darkness. The painting is our ruby slippers! It will always be our portal home.
How do I know all this? Because I am you, Jack—an older version, anyway. You are me. And our future…Katherine’s future…it all depends on the choice you make. You’re the only one who can control the shadows. You’re the only one who can defeat him.
With love and hope,
Yourself
It’s been another terrifying night. I’m bloody, exhausted, and scarred. But there’s nothing more important than writing this letter to you. I don’t know how old you’ll be when it finds you. I hope you read this pre-fall, pre-Kasper, pre-Mr. Phillips. That would save you—us—a lot of pain. But even if you don’t, maybe especially if you don’t…hold on, Jack. Fight.
They’ll tell you Katherine isn’t real, and that the kids you had together aren’t, either. They’ll say the shadow people, demons, and ghosts are figments of your imagination. That you should forget. Don’t listen to them, Jack. You’re not crazy. And that man you see across the way, in Apartment 3C…he’s not a man. Not anymore. If you don’t know what I’m talking about yet, you will.
I’ll tell you a secret: Time isn’t linear. You can fold it, dipping into the past, present, and future. You can find your way back to Katherine, I promise. I’ll tell you another: you can see and hear dead people. You can help ghosts move on from the in between. Some people call it a gift; the jury’s still out on that one. Whatever you want to call it, don’t be frightened of it, Jack. Use it. You’ll need to, if you want us to survive. Never lose sight or possession of the painting; it is our reason for reason; it holds time, power, and evil in its mystery. Know this: it also holds the secret to neutralizing the darkness. The painting is our ruby slippers! It will always be our portal home.
How do I know all this? Because I am you, Jack—an older version, anyway. You are me. And our future…Katherine’s future…it all depends on the choice you make. You’re the only one who can control the shadows. You’re the only one who can defeat him.
With love and hope,
Yourself
October 11, 2022
This is Kevin Moore's second book in the Jack Kelly series and like the first book, I read it in one sitting!!. I love Kevin's style of writing, how he manages to pull you in and actually have shivers running down your spine with his descriptive words!!.
As with the first book, Jack is coming to terms with his abilities and also having a mystery to solve when a very strange and creepy man comes looking for a possessed, evil painting that Jack thought was safe and secure after his fight with the super natural in the first book. He knows he has a big fight ahead to stop this man from taking the painting for his own evil intentions.
This book is perfect for the upcoming Halloween month. You will love it as much as I do!!.
Many thanks to Netgalley for the free ARC book for an honest review.
#Netgalley, #kevinmoorepublishing,
As with the first book, Jack is coming to terms with his abilities and also having a mystery to solve when a very strange and creepy man comes looking for a possessed, evil painting that Jack thought was safe and secure after his fight with the super natural in the first book. He knows he has a big fight ahead to stop this man from taking the painting for his own evil intentions.
This book is perfect for the upcoming Halloween month. You will love it as much as I do!!.
Many thanks to Netgalley for the free ARC book for an honest review.
#Netgalley, #kevinmoorepublishing,
October 12, 2022
Seymour is in love with Alice and she is in to the psychical and mystical while the plague is running a muck in Europe they go out to the caves Alice has heard eating the heart of a live bat will prolong her life by years. When the guy sees an albino bat Alice is already showing signs of being stricken by the plague by the time they catch the white rodent she is breathing her last breath in so Seymour eats the heart of the bat instead. When he wakes he is in the Phillips home in Scotland with the insatiable appetite to eat everything but food. He becomes obsessed with Casper Greenfield‘s painting. When the book starts Jack Kelly’s good friend Peter is just getting out of Bellevue after suffering a demon attacked by the ghost of Casper Greenfield but the only one who knows this is Jack and he also knows about the paining and eventually Jack will have to up his spiritual game when the new Mr. Phillips sets his mind on owning it. It is a true battle of good and evil and I can only hope that the author writes a book 3. I would really love to see Jack Kelly get his wife and three kids back… Somehow? This was a great book and one I enjoyed reading on my birthday although it wasn’t as long as the first one it was just as good. I received this book from NetGalley and the publisher but I am leaving this review voluntarily.
October 7, 2022
The Book of Demons is the continuation of Jack’s story and the sequel to Book of Souls.
In my opinion, you really will get more out of this book if you read the first one before reading this.
A demonic powerful painting, shapeshifting and a man with mystical powers stuck in his younger self’s body make this story pretty perfect for spooky season. If you enjoy a good old school horror read, these books are for you.
I enjoyed learning more about Jack and his powers and there is some super creepy stuff here.
*Cue the bats. 🦇🦇 Yup - spooky season for sure.
I enjoyed this short but action packed read. The storyline was complex and interesting (and spooky) and the ending was done well. I got the answers I was looking for (mostly).
If you enjoy demon stuff- check this one out.
Pub day is Oct. 11th. It really is the perfect horror read for spooky season.
In my opinion, you really will get more out of this book if you read the first one before reading this.
A demonic powerful painting, shapeshifting and a man with mystical powers stuck in his younger self’s body make this story pretty perfect for spooky season. If you enjoy a good old school horror read, these books are for you.
I enjoyed learning more about Jack and his powers and there is some super creepy stuff here.
*Cue the bats. 🦇🦇 Yup - spooky season for sure.
I enjoyed this short but action packed read. The storyline was complex and interesting (and spooky) and the ending was done well. I got the answers I was looking for (mostly).
If you enjoy demon stuff- check this one out.
Pub day is Oct. 11th. It really is the perfect horror read for spooky season.
October 11, 2022
This is the second book in the Soul series and just like the first one it has adventure and plenty of that creepy mysterious vibe making it a great read for this time of year! I really enjoy this author's writing style! There were some great twists and it was nice to be back with some of the familiar characters and meet some new ones! This was a fast read so hopefully we will be getting another book for this series! Thank you Books Forward and Kevin Moore for sharing this book with me!
October 2, 2022
Jack finds out he owns a powerful painting that has magical powers within it, but Mr. Philips also wants to posses the painting for his own personal use and will stop at nothing to own it. With the help of a dead nun and an autistic boy, Jack is in for battle in which he must win so he can carry on his life as a father to his young son and as a husband to Katherine. Who will win the powerful tug of war?
September 1, 2022
Intriguing, descriptive, otherworldly, and non-stop mayhem throughout, with a seamless transition from book #1! “The Book of Demons” is a phenomenal read!
Kevin Moore has an effortless writing style, continues to weave complexity into his tale(s), and has a way of making each and every page come alive!
I anxiously await what author, Kevin Moore has in store for us next……
A sincere thank you to NetGalley and Books Fluent for providing me an advanced readers copy (ARC) of “The Book of Demons”, in exchange for an honest review. I am grateful to have had the opportunity and leave my review voluntarily.
Kevin Moore has an effortless writing style, continues to weave complexity into his tale(s), and has a way of making each and every page come alive!
I anxiously await what author, Kevin Moore has in store for us next……
A sincere thank you to NetGalley and Books Fluent for providing me an advanced readers copy (ARC) of “The Book of Demons”, in exchange for an honest review. I am grateful to have had the opportunity and leave my review voluntarily.
September 4, 2022
I enjoyed the continuation of Jack's story. Definitely dived a little deeper into what Jack can do with his abilities. This was a solid finish for the duology. It was interesting and full of the supernatural. I wish we had a little more Mr. Philips in the book and for me it was a little anticlimactic, which is really the only complaint I have. It was still enjoyable overall.
June 24, 2022
As a fan of everything spooky, I was really looking forward to this read. The Book of Demons was a perfect climax for The Book of Souls, featuring the same foreboding tone. Jack is a lovable protagonist who fits into a world of shadow creatures and ghosts like a puzzle piece.
August 4, 2022
I will preface this by saying that I have not read the first book, so a lot of my confusion may be due to that fact.
This book was an easy, enjoyable read. It is perfect for not wanting to think too much but still think (if that makes sense).
Jack is a teenage boy with psychic abilities whose friends are all basically adults. His father has no idea what things that he is capable of. Jack is good friends with Peter Cairo, who is pretty much the only person that knows about Jack's abilities. Peter has also been in the mental ward, so his dad is concerned with the odd friendship. Jack goes to a catholic school, where he has to hide his abilities even more or he'll be accused of Satanism.
Philips is a villain that can shape-shift by eating the heart of what he wants to impersonate. That's a really interesting concept.
Now to the confusing parts. The origin story of the painting and what exactly it can do is nowhere to be found. We only learn a couple things about it here and there with no deep exploration. There is also Jack. He is a teenager, but some parts of the book say that he is married with children? Maybe it's a time jump, but it is never really talked about.
I would definitely recommend this to readers who want to have a quick yet fun read.
This book was an easy, enjoyable read. It is perfect for not wanting to think too much but still think (if that makes sense).
Jack is a teenage boy with psychic abilities whose friends are all basically adults. His father has no idea what things that he is capable of. Jack is good friends with Peter Cairo, who is pretty much the only person that knows about Jack's abilities. Peter has also been in the mental ward, so his dad is concerned with the odd friendship. Jack goes to a catholic school, where he has to hide his abilities even more or he'll be accused of Satanism.
Philips is a villain that can shape-shift by eating the heart of what he wants to impersonate. That's a really interesting concept.
Now to the confusing parts. The origin story of the painting and what exactly it can do is nowhere to be found. We only learn a couple things about it here and there with no deep exploration. There is also Jack. He is a teenager, but some parts of the book say that he is married with children? Maybe it's a time jump, but it is never really talked about.
I would definitely recommend this to readers who want to have a quick yet fun read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 20, 2022
Jack Kelly is in a fight for his life. He has the ability to see ghosts. However, he has found a shape-shifting necromancer — Mr. Philips. He can live in the world of the living and the world of the dead. Mr. Phillips has found a cursed painting that has magic he can use for his own personal gain. When Mr. Philips goes to purchase the painting, he finds it is not available and the artist is dead. Angry, he is determined to find the painting. Jack has found the cursed painting first and has it. He gets help from a non-verbal autistic child and the spirit of a dead nun while keeping Mr. Phillips away from the painting. Jack wonders if he will ever get back to his former life. Fighting Mr. Phillips may cost Jack everyone he loves. What will happen?
The author has written an eerie tone that pervades the entire novel. It’s one of my favorite things about the novel. I like the creepiness and the fight for good versus evil. It’s the sequel to the author’s novel “The book of souls.” If you like horror and intrigue, this is a book for you!
Disclaimer: I received an arc from the author/publisher from Netgalley. I wasn’t obligated to write a favorable review or any review at all.
The author has written an eerie tone that pervades the entire novel. It’s one of my favorite things about the novel. I like the creepiness and the fight for good versus evil. It’s the sequel to the author’s novel “The book of souls.” If you like horror and intrigue, this is a book for you!
Disclaimer: I received an arc from the author/publisher from Netgalley. I wasn’t obligated to write a favorable review or any review at all.
November 25, 2022
A lot has changed in Jack Kelly’s life. Upon entering high school, Jack finds himself lonelier than ever. Without the support of the Mystics and Peter Cairo moving from the city, Jack has to rely on himself to deal with the haunted painting left by the ghost of Kasper Greenstreet. When the mysterious Mr. Philips starts inquiring about the tainted artwork, little does Jack know that his life will take a dark turn. Along with the souls he must help, Jack has to confront an evil he has never seen before.
The Book of Demons is Kevin Moore’s second novel featuring Jack Kelly. Readers who enjoyed the first novel will love this new book. Moore does a good job explaining critical events in this fast-paced horror, but the series makes more sense when read in order. This paranormal thriller is full of excitement and mystery. Even though the themes in this novel have been used before, including demonic paintings and shapeshifting necromancers, this is not your typical ghost story. Join Jack Kelly in his fight against evil in The Book of Demons.
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The Book of Demons is Kevin Moore’s second novel featuring Jack Kelly. Readers who enjoyed the first novel will love this new book. Moore does a good job explaining critical events in this fast-paced horror, but the series makes more sense when read in order. This paranormal thriller is full of excitement and mystery. Even though the themes in this novel have been used before, including demonic paintings and shapeshifting necromancers, this is not your typical ghost story. Join Jack Kelly in his fight against evil in The Book of Demons.
This review was originally published at https://sanfranciscobookreview.com/pr...
October 4, 2022
I was drawn to this book by the book cover. So much so that I really did not read the premise of this book. Thus, I did not realize that it was the conclusion in a duology. If I had read the first book it might have helped a little with my reading experience of this book. I only say a little as I went into this book thinking it was a standalone and still, I don’t think it would have changed my mind much.
What I personally struggled with is how slow this story was. It seemed like for about sixty percent of the story, there was not a lot of “big” moments happening. Just a lot of dialect. This is where if I had read the first book, I think my interest would have peaked.
Yet, the latter part of this story Is where I got pulled in and very intrigued. The dark events that transpired is the reason that I wanted to read this book. I just wished that it had happened sooner, but I do understand why it did not. While, I may not have loved this book I would try another one from this author.
What I personally struggled with is how slow this story was. It seemed like for about sixty percent of the story, there was not a lot of “big” moments happening. Just a lot of dialect. This is where if I had read the first book, I think my interest would have peaked.
Yet, the latter part of this story Is where I got pulled in and very intrigued. The dark events that transpired is the reason that I wanted to read this book. I just wished that it had happened sooner, but I do understand why it did not. While, I may not have loved this book I would try another one from this author.
April 2, 2023
I don't normally read this genre, but it was a good story. I liked the succinct writing and I look forward to reading the previous book and the upcoming book in this trilogy.
July 30, 2023
This had such a fascinating start and then it became rushed and turned into a jumble of chaos. This book could of been longer and more in-depth but was just rushed in the end.
August 8, 2023
The author definitely has a vivid imagination
January 21, 2024
Bland writing style, and it felt like very little had actually happened. The ending was incredibly lackluster and felt like it was an afterthought to 300 pages of mediocre build up
May 16, 2024
Didn’t think it could get creepier/scarier after reading the first one boy was I wrong.
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