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Village Heresy
After some arm-twisting, a reluctant Kale gives testimony as to how he found God to a group of Bible study friends. The confessional exposes youthful experiences of dabbling in the occult and reveals the desire to revive a long-dormant writing career. The disclosures bring to light a novel in progress, detailing a personal role in a decades-old mass murder ordered by the demon Zozo.
The revelations summon the demon, who proceeds to wreck the lives of the group members by exposing their undisclosed sins. As their relationships unravel, seemingly chance encounters funnel Kale closer to confronting the consequences of his youth.
The path of a sadistic serial killer terrorizing the Pacific Northwest intersects with the group of friends. Each must face their own transgressions as the killer moves closer and unveils a dark connection to the group. Kale’s path to redemption and the only way to make things right require making the ultimate sacrifice.
The revelations summon the demon, who proceeds to wreck the lives of the group members by exposing their undisclosed sins. As their relationships unravel, seemingly chance encounters funnel Kale closer to confronting the consequences of his youth.
The path of a sadistic serial killer terrorizing the Pacific Northwest intersects with the group of friends. Each must face their own transgressions as the killer moves closer and unveils a dark connection to the group. Kale’s path to redemption and the only way to make things right require making the ultimate sacrifice.
286 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 11, 2023
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About the author
Don Marshall
1 book1 followerDon Marshall did not set out to pen novels.
In another life, he minored in literature and served a short stint as a journalist. Surrounded by wordsmiths, he felt at the time that careers in writing most often led to depressive solitude and grim pay. When more lucrative opportunities rolled along, he was all too willing to bail on the lifestyle and leave it in the rearview.
Time has a way of filling the brain with "what ifs," and Don received his fair share. He never went looking for the perfect story---it fell into his lap and proceeded to gnaw from within until the words found their way onto the page.
The novel, which took far too long to bring to market, was supposed to be a one-off. As the project came to a close, another perfect story curled up on his chest like a needy cat, starting the process all over again.
In another life, he minored in literature and served a short stint as a journalist. Surrounded by wordsmiths, he felt at the time that careers in writing most often led to depressive solitude and grim pay. When more lucrative opportunities rolled along, he was all too willing to bail on the lifestyle and leave it in the rearview.
Time has a way of filling the brain with "what ifs," and Don received his fair share. He never went looking for the perfect story---it fell into his lap and proceeded to gnaw from within until the words found their way onto the page.
The novel, which took far too long to bring to market, was supposed to be a one-off. As the project came to a close, another perfect story curled up on his chest like a needy cat, starting the process all over again.
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March 10, 2023
Clash of two societal concepts - Religion and Evil
It took me sometime to finish this book as it is long, but it is equally entertaining.
The author has played good cop bad cop tactic with religion and evil. There are Demons, Atheists, and followers of religions that play the running role in this narrative. I enjoyed the philosophical wisdom being given to Kale where Demon existence is being justified with a very balancing argument. There is a fair share of discussion between Bishnu character and Kale around Hinduism as a religion and how it classifies Demons. That surely intrigued me.
Don Marshall's writing style is clean and easy to comprehend. I found this book very interesting as I have particular interest in the topics explored here. I recommend this book to anyone into supernatural/fantasy genre.
It took me sometime to finish this book as it is long, but it is equally entertaining.
The author has played good cop bad cop tactic with religion and evil. There are Demons, Atheists, and followers of religions that play the running role in this narrative. I enjoyed the philosophical wisdom being given to Kale where Demon existence is being justified with a very balancing argument. There is a fair share of discussion between Bishnu character and Kale around Hinduism as a religion and how it classifies Demons. That surely intrigued me.
Don Marshall's writing style is clean and easy to comprehend. I found this book very interesting as I have particular interest in the topics explored here. I recommend this book to anyone into supernatural/fantasy genre.
September 2, 2023
“You’re such a weirdo.”
“Thanks for noticing. That’s kinda what I was shooting for.”
Thus replied the would-be author to his wife, after she’d just learnt that he’d be writing a book about someone possessed by demons to commit serial murders. And I can’t help but feel some resonance between this scene and *this* author’s project.
You’d never guess where this book was going near the beginning. After opening with a brief crime, it cuts to two religious men in rural Oregon exchanging Fox News-esque wry one-liners about the state of the times. You learn they’re both members of a sort of local Bible group. Married, jobs, kids, breakfast at diners, etc. Seems like we’re going to get a solid, hearty thriller about good ol’ values defeating the bad guys.
And it’s reinforced by how the main characters interact. “I hate the word shenanigans. The only time anybody hears that word is when they are watching 1960s reruns or are talking to my wife about my behavior,” the protagonist says. Or later: “I gotta go to work,” he tells his longtime wife, after some playful flirty chatter. Her “response to that statement was always the same. ‘You suck.’” Aw.
Later, the protagonist gets a guilty thrill out of reading some books removed from the Protestant Bible. He and his wife express concern about their atheist son. He discusses his religion with a Hindu acquaintance. “Ah. I didn’t realize I was reading Christian fiction,” I thought to myself at this point. “Okay.”
Then, the weirdness starts when it’s casually revealed that the protagonist used to conjure demons using a Ouija board with his friends. One of them went mad and became a serial killer—all of which the protagonist is disconcertingly unworried about revealing, since he’s still keeping all the worst parts secret.
And it keeps building from there. Step by step, revelation by revelation, that solid, rustic, and most American of American milieus that the book opens with is inverted to a nightmarish and demented negative. Fire sacrifices, astral projection, incubi, soul selling—Village Heresy has got it all.
You start off on the road toward 1990s thriller, and suddenly you’ve veered off a cliff and are plummeting headlong toward 2000s horror, faster than you can say, “Which way to the exorcist?”
This is a book where characters voice strong political and social views, which—in other contexts—likely would be read as the author putting his own views into characters’ mouths. Here, though, there’s so much contradiction and undermining of the main characters’ most devoutly held beliefs, you’re left boggled about what exactly the author thinks of all this.
Which is fine. Things eventually get very Hollywood. There’s enough genuine shock value and excitement in the later chapters that you don’t mind the growing implausibility of some events. And at that point, you stop asking, “What’s he driving toward?”; no, you sit back and enjoy the ride. And it goes quickly.
At least, you think it’s quick, until you check your clock and find yourself finishing at 1:30 a.m., wondering, “Where did the time fly? ... And did I lock all the doors?" Or maybe that was just me. An easy, crazy, and pleasurable read.
“Thanks for noticing. That’s kinda what I was shooting for.”
Thus replied the would-be author to his wife, after she’d just learnt that he’d be writing a book about someone possessed by demons to commit serial murders. And I can’t help but feel some resonance between this scene and *this* author’s project.
You’d never guess where this book was going near the beginning. After opening with a brief crime, it cuts to two religious men in rural Oregon exchanging Fox News-esque wry one-liners about the state of the times. You learn they’re both members of a sort of local Bible group. Married, jobs, kids, breakfast at diners, etc. Seems like we’re going to get a solid, hearty thriller about good ol’ values defeating the bad guys.
And it’s reinforced by how the main characters interact. “I hate the word shenanigans. The only time anybody hears that word is when they are watching 1960s reruns or are talking to my wife about my behavior,” the protagonist says. Or later: “I gotta go to work,” he tells his longtime wife, after some playful flirty chatter. Her “response to that statement was always the same. ‘You suck.’” Aw.
Later, the protagonist gets a guilty thrill out of reading some books removed from the Protestant Bible. He and his wife express concern about their atheist son. He discusses his religion with a Hindu acquaintance. “Ah. I didn’t realize I was reading Christian fiction,” I thought to myself at this point. “Okay.”
Then, the weirdness starts when it’s casually revealed that the protagonist used to conjure demons using a Ouija board with his friends. One of them went mad and became a serial killer—all of which the protagonist is disconcertingly unworried about revealing, since he’s still keeping all the worst parts secret.
And it keeps building from there. Step by step, revelation by revelation, that solid, rustic, and most American of American milieus that the book opens with is inverted to a nightmarish and demented negative. Fire sacrifices, astral projection, incubi, soul selling—Village Heresy has got it all.
You start off on the road toward 1990s thriller, and suddenly you’ve veered off a cliff and are plummeting headlong toward 2000s horror, faster than you can say, “Which way to the exorcist?”
This is a book where characters voice strong political and social views, which—in other contexts—likely would be read as the author putting his own views into characters’ mouths. Here, though, there’s so much contradiction and undermining of the main characters’ most devoutly held beliefs, you’re left boggled about what exactly the author thinks of all this.
Which is fine. Things eventually get very Hollywood. There’s enough genuine shock value and excitement in the later chapters that you don’t mind the growing implausibility of some events. And at that point, you stop asking, “What’s he driving toward?”; no, you sit back and enjoy the ride. And it goes quickly.
At least, you think it’s quick, until you check your clock and find yourself finishing at 1:30 a.m., wondering, “Where did the time fly? ... And did I lock all the doors?" Or maybe that was just me. An easy, crazy, and pleasurable read.
May 2, 2023
3.5 ⭐️’s for Village Heresy by Don Marshall. I read this because the genre is labeled Christian Horror. As a reviewer, I have the advantage of not only being a lover of horror, but also a graduate of seminary with a Master of Divinity.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for character development.
⭐️⭐️⭐️ for plot/storyline.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for grammar/punctuation/spelling/word choice.
⭐️⭐️ for disturb factor.
The character development is really good in this book but all characters were not developed as well as others.
The storyline is great until the ending. There are so many questions at the end that I expect a 2nd book in a series to come out but if there is a 2nd book, it should answer questions. The author tries to appease progressive Christians and conservative Christians and fails miserably in the end. There was such an opportunity completely missed.
Also there are micro aggressions and unconscious bias toward other religions and other ethnicities. This dialogue happens a few times with minor characters and it is expected by the narrow minded Christians in the group. At first, this type of dialogue is problematic for the main character who already identifies as having a wider worldview than the others. Later, he is joining in the unsavory dialogue.
The book is well written. It is edited well and the writing flows.
The horror factor is not a big one. The author does get into occult practices, and demon possession but doesn’t really get into details that may be frightening to an average horror reader. I imagine this would scare the Bible memorization right out of a conservative Christian but as for the other readers, not so much.
I believe that Don Marshall is an excellent writer but he’s stuck between a rock and a hard place. Until he decides who his target market is, and writes accordingly, I imagine his books will continue to have mediocre reviews.
Tip: write for the Progressive Christian and the secular market will be able to stomach the book.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for character development.
⭐️⭐️⭐️ for plot/storyline.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for grammar/punctuation/spelling/word choice.
⭐️⭐️ for disturb factor.
The character development is really good in this book but all characters were not developed as well as others.
The storyline is great until the ending. There are so many questions at the end that I expect a 2nd book in a series to come out but if there is a 2nd book, it should answer questions. The author tries to appease progressive Christians and conservative Christians and fails miserably in the end. There was such an opportunity completely missed.
Also there are micro aggressions and unconscious bias toward other religions and other ethnicities. This dialogue happens a few times with minor characters and it is expected by the narrow minded Christians in the group. At first, this type of dialogue is problematic for the main character who already identifies as having a wider worldview than the others. Later, he is joining in the unsavory dialogue.
The book is well written. It is edited well and the writing flows.
The horror factor is not a big one. The author does get into occult practices, and demon possession but doesn’t really get into details that may be frightening to an average horror reader. I imagine this would scare the Bible memorization right out of a conservative Christian but as for the other readers, not so much.
I believe that Don Marshall is an excellent writer but he’s stuck between a rock and a hard place. Until he decides who his target market is, and writes accordingly, I imagine his books will continue to have mediocre reviews.
Tip: write for the Progressive Christian and the secular market will be able to stomach the book.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
February 28, 2023
I found Village Heresy to be extremely unique in the overall concept. This was a first of mine to read a book of the Christian Horror genre, and it truly did not disappoint!
I was pulled in within the very first pages of the occult themed plot. God, the Devil, our own demons as human beings, and the overwhelming battle for the protagonist to escape his past wrongdoings that continue to follow.
If I could give any constructive feedback it would be there where portions of the religious aspect to this story that were explained in great detail, quoting scripture and in depth explanations into beliefs and their inner learnings that were a bit heavy handed and drawn out, especially if you hoping to appeal to a wider array of readers without them getting ready to push past these portions of the story (if more than what they had intended in their horror read).
There's plenty enough erotica strategically placed that you do not feel as though it's overdone or tasteless as it ties in with the disturbing antagonists' role very well. In my mind, this is how I would anticipate evil being portrayed. Disturbing sexual interactions but doable.
Additionally, Ifound the twists and turns to be highly entertaining and more shocking than I expected, which was a pleasant surprise, and I did not see the ending coming at all.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Upon completion, I'm more than happy to share my thoughts on this book. Bravo!
I was pulled in within the very first pages of the occult themed plot. God, the Devil, our own demons as human beings, and the overwhelming battle for the protagonist to escape his past wrongdoings that continue to follow.
If I could give any constructive feedback it would be there where portions of the religious aspect to this story that were explained in great detail, quoting scripture and in depth explanations into beliefs and their inner learnings that were a bit heavy handed and drawn out, especially if you hoping to appeal to a wider array of readers without them getting ready to push past these portions of the story (if more than what they had intended in their horror read).
There's plenty enough erotica strategically placed that you do not feel as though it's overdone or tasteless as it ties in with the disturbing antagonists' role very well. In my mind, this is how I would anticipate evil being portrayed. Disturbing sexual interactions but doable.
Additionally, Ifound the twists and turns to be highly entertaining and more shocking than I expected, which was a pleasant surprise, and I did not see the ending coming at all.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. Upon completion, I'm more than happy to share my thoughts on this book. Bravo!
February 13, 2023
Don Marshall's "Village Heresy" is . . .well, to put it mildly, . . . weird, and deeply unsettling. It promises something different and it certainly delivers in its 300 pages of ongoing action. Sometimes, the story twists leave a taste of "what did I just read?" Some of them are raunchy, sexual, and graphic, others are more subtle. Atheism and Christianity (among other religions) take center stage, though it's clear that the author's concern is religious spirituality in general, and, more precisely, the dangers threatening it (both mental and corporeal.) The story goes too long, perhaps, and the language gets rather preachy, sometimes, but the book is never actually boring: the variety of characters (Kale, Joe, and Father Damien were most interesting to me), the settings, the situations involving the demonic and the occult, the sexual diversity, all of these kept my interest, and I managed to finish the book rather quickly. Taking into account this is a Christian novel, it should be mentioned that the book is definitely not for the queasy or the prudish; however, even the most disturbing topics are presented with great care and patience.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
March 8, 2023
This is a story about demon possession that has a scathing view of Christianity. Don Marshall goes pretty heavy on addressing various damaging ideologies about Christianity through dialogue, going very heavy on negative attiudes that Christianity often has towards other religions and worldviews. While some readers may find this a little too heady, it is actually what i really loved about this book. I have been trying to think of some good genre fiction to reccomend that tackles religious themes that would be approprate for people who are questioning faith or dealing with the aftermath of religious trauma and would definitely reccomend this book for that very reason. There are times when the suspense aspect of the book is a little flat. Yet it does not turn its back to exploring horrific themes like sexual assault, pedophilia, family disownment and forcing religious traditions in a harmful way. I would also add an additional content warning for drug use. Fans of Mike Flanagan's Midnight Mass will appreciate this book. Personally, it is the kind of book that I have been craving. Thanks you Book Sirens for my review copy.
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September 22, 2023
Serial Killers, Demons, and Lots of Creepiness
This is a edgy and creepy book. The main character, Kale, testifies and reveals his past secrets and occult past. The past is a twisted tale that involves murder and the demon entity Zozo. The exposure of the demon and the serial killer threaten the lives of everyone. The book is a crazy read. You will never know where it is going near the start. The book begins with a crime. The Portland based story revolves around a religious group that has gathered as a Bible study group. It seems a simple and straightforward thriller where the villain is caught neatly in the end. But beware. The weirdness of the story comes with the appearance of the Ouija board. The story is just a mind whip. The story goes from a thriller to a horror story as Kale reveals more and more of his dark past. Sacrifices, astral projection, incubi, and selling souls are all here. Wow. Wish the ending was less predictable and neatly finished. It seems like the ending should have left the reader as confused as the shifting plot throughout. Fun but disturbing.
This is a edgy and creepy book. The main character, Kale, testifies and reveals his past secrets and occult past. The past is a twisted tale that involves murder and the demon entity Zozo. The exposure of the demon and the serial killer threaten the lives of everyone. The book is a crazy read. You will never know where it is going near the start. The book begins with a crime. The Portland based story revolves around a religious group that has gathered as a Bible study group. It seems a simple and straightforward thriller where the villain is caught neatly in the end. But beware. The weirdness of the story comes with the appearance of the Ouija board. The story is just a mind whip. The story goes from a thriller to a horror story as Kale reveals more and more of his dark past. Sacrifices, astral projection, incubi, and selling souls are all here. Wow. Wish the ending was less predictable and neatly finished. It seems like the ending should have left the reader as confused as the shifting plot throughout. Fun but disturbing.
May 2, 2023
okay 👏 👏 👏 I looooved this!!
I honestly don't even remember buying it.. (#bookhoarder😫) ..but I seen it on my kindle and I am obsessed with the cover so I'm decided to read it. Honestly, right off the bat I had to Google what heresy was because I had no idea and it said :
💭heresy - opinion profoundly at odds with what is generally accepted.
so I was like cool, we love a free thinker who makes their voice heard. That's all I knew about the book going in and 💥 Never did I ever see a bad ass possession troupe coming!! The writing in this book was subpar in my opinion, the plot was incredible and all the twists and turns, I was HOOOKEDDD!! The ONLY complaint I have is like WHO IS KALE!!!!? like really who tf is he , his family?! Maybe I missed it, I will be rereading for sure. It was that good
“Everybody has skeletons in their closet; at least, I’m comforted in thinking so. It feels like mine is more robustly stocked than the rest of the group. It’s probably high time I open my closet door and give everyone a peek inside.”
10/10 👍 Read IT!!
I honestly don't even remember buying it.. (#bookhoarder😫) ..but I seen it on my kindle and I am obsessed with the cover so I'm decided to read it. Honestly, right off the bat I had to Google what heresy was because I had no idea and it said :
💭heresy - opinion profoundly at odds with what is generally accepted.
so I was like cool, we love a free thinker who makes their voice heard. That's all I knew about the book going in and 💥 Never did I ever see a bad ass possession troupe coming!! The writing in this book was subpar in my opinion, the plot was incredible and all the twists and turns, I was HOOOKEDDD!! The ONLY complaint I have is like WHO IS KALE!!!!? like really who tf is he , his family?! Maybe I missed it, I will be rereading for sure. It was that good
“Everybody has skeletons in their closet; at least, I’m comforted in thinking so. It feels like mine is more robustly stocked than the rest of the group. It’s probably high time I open my closet door and give everyone a peek inside.”
10/10 👍 Read IT!!
September 22, 2023
"Village Heresy" is a gripping thriller that explores the themes of faith, sin, and redemption.
The book is well-written and engaging, with a fast-paced plot that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The characters are realistic and complex, each with their own secrets and struggles. The author does a good job of creating suspense and horror, as well as portraying the psychological and spiritual aspects of the story. The book also has some unexpected twists and turns that will surprise and shock the reader.
"Village Heresy" is not for the faint of heart, as it contains graphic scenes of violence. It also deals with sensitive topics. The book challenges the reader to question their own beliefs and values, and to face their own demons.
"Village Heresy" is a captivating and terrifying read that will haunt you long after you finish it. It is a must-read for fans of horror and thriller genres, as well as for anyone who enjoys a good story with a lot of depth and emotion.
The book is well-written and engaging, with a fast-paced plot that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The characters are realistic and complex, each with their own secrets and struggles. The author does a good job of creating suspense and horror, as well as portraying the psychological and spiritual aspects of the story. The book also has some unexpected twists and turns that will surprise and shock the reader.
"Village Heresy" is not for the faint of heart, as it contains graphic scenes of violence. It also deals with sensitive topics. The book challenges the reader to question their own beliefs and values, and to face their own demons.
"Village Heresy" is a captivating and terrifying read that will haunt you long after you finish it. It is a must-read for fans of horror and thriller genres, as well as for anyone who enjoys a good story with a lot of depth and emotion.
July 27, 2023
This is a book that is likely to stay with me for some time. On the one hand, I thought this was thoroughly entertaining. I liked the character work and the plot. The writing was very good. I think I read this is 2 or 3 sittings. I could not put it down. Very complelling and at the same time, the sense of dread was palpable.
On the other hand, I thought it was very unsettling spiritually. Gave me some things to think on.
Especially about how the world is today. Really glad I picked this one up.
On the other hand, I thought it was very unsettling spiritually. Gave me some things to think on.
Especially about how the world is today. Really glad I picked this one up.
February 13, 2024
It’s finally over. I hate to leave a book unfinished but considering how early on I was rolling my eyes, people told me to put it down and move on. I don’t like leaving bad reviews because writing is difficult and I feel like there were some good ideas, but the whole thing lacked any real emotion and felt like it had been written by a robot. And don’t get me started on the word choices (your worst sin was calling the Holy Spirit a “poo-poo” head”????). I love horror, exorcisms, detective stories, twists, all that good stuff. I did not love Village Heresy even a little bit.
April 27, 2023
This book ,well I can say it was okay. But it was hard for me to get into. I am a believer in the supernatural ,so I was not okay with that demons name repeated over and over again because in reality that is not a demon to play with and it can really ruin someone's life. So this book hit close to home for me. If there was a different name associated with the demon I probably would have enjoyed it more.
May 14, 2023
Dark, well-written horror
Kale, a member of a well intentioned group of friends who gather for weekly religious conversations, finds himself drawn into an increasingly dark and dangerous situation as he revisits past mistakes. What starts off seeming like it’s going to be a serial-killer thriller takes on supernatural aspects which quickly spiral out of control. Full of interesting twists and engaging characters, I found this a sinister page turner.
Kale, a member of a well intentioned group of friends who gather for weekly religious conversations, finds himself drawn into an increasingly dark and dangerous situation as he revisits past mistakes. What starts off seeming like it’s going to be a serial-killer thriller takes on supernatural aspects which quickly spiral out of control. Full of interesting twists and engaging characters, I found this a sinister page turner.
May 21, 2023
Pretty Good book
This is a murder mystery with a heavy religious overtone, so it was a pretty decent story. I liked the suspense and tension, and how far Kale was willing to go to protect his family from the consequences of the things he and his friends did 20 years before. The consistent mentions of bible verses and religious mentions did somewhat detract from my ability to enjoy the story.
This is a murder mystery with a heavy religious overtone, so it was a pretty decent story. I liked the suspense and tension, and how far Kale was willing to go to protect his family from the consequences of the things he and his friends did 20 years before. The consistent mentions of bible verses and religious mentions did somewhat detract from my ability to enjoy the story.
August 23, 2023
Fantastic
You won't be able to put "Village Heresy" down until you finish it because of how well it's written and how many surprises are in store. Sin, salvation, and the repercussions of our acts are explored in this page-turning, exciting novel. Readers will be on the edge of their seats thanks to the intertwined plots of a malicious spirit and a horrific serial killer. A fantastic book that I enthusiastically endorse.
You won't be able to put "Village Heresy" down until you finish it because of how well it's written and how many surprises are in store. Sin, salvation, and the repercussions of our acts are explored in this page-turning, exciting novel. Readers will be on the edge of their seats thanks to the intertwined plots of a malicious spirit and a horrific serial killer. A fantastic book that I enthusiastically endorse.
October 20, 2023
Village Heresy revolves around a Bible study group that meets in a diner. This slow-simmering thriller turns into a paranormal horror once a Ouija board is employed to find the killer. This haunting, occult story, reminiscent of the series Midnight Mass, provides a glimpse into the inner workings of the demonic realm. Though it starts off slow, Village Heresy does eventually have some pick up and run!
February 23, 2023
Paranormal
The main character, Kale, gives testimony regarding his occult past, exposing a relationship with the demon Zozo, and his role in mass murders from years ago. The demon Zozo and a serial killer expose who they really are, and work to destroy the group members by exposing their sins.
The main character, Kale, gives testimony regarding his occult past, exposing a relationship with the demon Zozo, and his role in mass murders from years ago. The demon Zozo and a serial killer expose who they really are, and work to destroy the group members by exposing their sins.
March 21, 2023
Village Heresy is one of those books that when you turn the last page you have to sit for a few minutes and think about what you just read. It is quite possible you’ll need a cigarette or three. It truly is a horror story filled with demons, murder, and the struggle of good vs evil. Absolutely captivating from beginning to end. Chillingly disturbing in the best possible way. Well done.
September 26, 2024
Village Heresy by Don Marshall started out innocently enough. It centered on the investigation of a creepy serial and the camaraderie of two men,one happened to be a detective working on the case. Then things got weird. Kale,one of the two, decides to give a testimony at what I can only figure to be like a prayer group that meets at the other guy's house. Here is where the discomfort comes in for me. As a teen I dabbled in the occult and had quite an unpleasant experience happen to me. So the more I read this book,the more flashbacks I had. I had to read it in snatches and remind myself,it was just fiction. If you have a strong sense of well-being and reading about demons does not get to you,then this book is for you. Mr. Marshall,you scared the Dickens out of me.
February 28, 2023
Chilling Tale
The Village Heresy is the story of a demon Zo Zo who encourages serial killers to take people. This book was scary. I had a hard time getting through it, but I did. Good work.
The Village Heresy is the story of a demon Zo Zo who encourages serial killers to take people. This book was scary. I had a hard time getting through it, but I did. Good work.
April 1, 2023
Creative Horror Novel
If you like movies like Insidious or The Conjuring this is probably up your alley. I will admit this is not my cup of tea but I can appreciate the writing and creative aspect of the book
If you like movies like Insidious or The Conjuring this is probably up your alley. I will admit this is not my cup of tea but I can appreciate the writing and creative aspect of the book
April 17, 2023
Thrilling Story
It discusses the good and evil, and many other invisible things. The element of surprise is used well to catch the breaths of the readers.
It discusses the good and evil, and many other invisible things. The element of surprise is used well to catch the breaths of the readers.
April 26, 2024
It was a fun read. Had a few creepy parts along with some comic relief.
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