What do you think?
Rate this book
Serenity's Plain Secrets #15
Devil's Eye
Devil’s Eye continues Sheriff Serenity Adams’ quest to unravel the truth about Possum Gap’s Peachy family. The investigation leads her to a Florida Amish settlement where an ancient evil runs deep, threatening the life of a young girl and the soul of an entire community. Serenity has help from a dear friend and the arrival of an unexpected champion gives her hope.
She isn’t alone when she faces her most sinister case yet. But will their combined forces be enough when nature’s fury is unleashed?
She isn’t alone when she faces her most sinister case yet. But will their combined forces be enough when nature’s fury is unleashed?
212 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 25, 2023
413 people are currently reading
249 people want to read
About the author
Karen Ann Hopkins
43 books1,410 followersYou can visit Karen Ann Hopkins at her website: www.karenannhopkinsfiction.com.
"I loved joining Rose and Noah during their journey in the Temptation series by Karen Hopkins."-Katie McGarry, acclaimed YA author
Karen Ann Hopkins resides in northern Kentucky with her family on a farm that boasts a menagerie of horses, goats, sheep, peacocks, chickens, ducks, rabbits, pigs, dogs, and cats. Karen rescues and fosters a variety of pets and farm animals, but she also finds time to give riding lessons, coach a youth equestrian drill team, and of course, write. She was inspired to create her first book, Temptation, by the Amish community she lives in. The experiential knowledge she gained through her interactions with her neighbors drove her to create the story of the star-crossed lovers, Rose and Noah.
Karen grew up about a mile from Lake Ontario in Upstate New York. She was bitten by the horse bug at the age of five, and after diligently taking riding lessons for several years, she was rewarded with her first horse at the age of eleven. The feisty horse's name was Lady, a Quarter Horse-Thoroughbred cross, who became Karen's steadfast companion. Through the years, the constant force in her life was horses. Eventually, Karen found her place as a riding instructor herself. Before accepting her fate in the barnyard, she worked a short stint as a paralegal, traveled abroad, and guided tourists on horseback riding tours in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee.
Karen is currently working on her two interconnecting mystery/crime fiction series, Serenity's Plain Secrets and Possum Gap, along with several new projects.
To learn more about Karen and her books, please visit her website.
"I loved joining Rose and Noah during their journey in the Temptation series by Karen Hopkins."-Katie McGarry, acclaimed YA author
Karen Ann Hopkins resides in northern Kentucky with her family on a farm that boasts a menagerie of horses, goats, sheep, peacocks, chickens, ducks, rabbits, pigs, dogs, and cats. Karen rescues and fosters a variety of pets and farm animals, but she also finds time to give riding lessons, coach a youth equestrian drill team, and of course, write. She was inspired to create her first book, Temptation, by the Amish community she lives in. The experiential knowledge she gained through her interactions with her neighbors drove her to create the story of the star-crossed lovers, Rose and Noah.
Karen grew up about a mile from Lake Ontario in Upstate New York. She was bitten by the horse bug at the age of five, and after diligently taking riding lessons for several years, she was rewarded with her first horse at the age of eleven. The feisty horse's name was Lady, a Quarter Horse-Thoroughbred cross, who became Karen's steadfast companion. Through the years, the constant force in her life was horses. Eventually, Karen found her place as a riding instructor herself. Before accepting her fate in the barnyard, she worked a short stint as a paralegal, traveled abroad, and guided tourists on horseback riding tours in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee.
Karen is currently working on her two interconnecting mystery/crime fiction series, Serenity's Plain Secrets and Possum Gap, along with several new projects.
To learn more about Karen and her books, please visit her website.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 33 reviews
December 27, 2023
It just never ends for Serenity. She seems to be at the behest of the bishop running off to sort Amish problems while worrying about her husband and child at home yet again. It's a good thing her friend came with her even though she was not off on the Florida jolly she expected. The hurricane/tornado was well described and set the scene for a dramatic ending with voodoo and some black magic involved but I will never understand why cops don't have a lanyard on their weapon to stop them dropping it at the first hint of trouble.
October 16, 2025
Sheriff Serenity's More Than 5 Senses
This sheriff gets herself into more jams than it's credible to believe. The story throws the reader into what could be the end of the sheriff's finding and rescuing a young boy, doped up with heroin in New Orleans. She driving into Florida to tell his family and convince them to leave the Amish community. Then her best friend arrives, and later a US Marshall friend. What a scary mystery they are involved in! I could not quit reading. Thankfully it is early afternoon, so I probably won't be having this nightmare tonight!
This sheriff gets herself into more jams than it's credible to believe. The story throws the reader into what could be the end of the sheriff's finding and rescuing a young boy, doped up with heroin in New Orleans. She driving into Florida to tell his family and convince them to leave the Amish community. Then her best friend arrives, and later a US Marshall friend. What a scary mystery they are involved in! I could not quit reading. Thankfully it is early afternoon, so I probably won't be having this nightmare tonight!
December 28, 2023
This is the first of the Serenity books that I have read, and may well be the last! Too many edits required. Does anyone use a proofreader nowadays? As an author (non-fiction) myself, I would never publish without at least two proofreadings.
On the positive side, an author who can produce a tale without having to resort to blasphemous language. Thank you.
On the positive side, an author who can produce a tale without having to resort to blasphemous language. Thank you.
January 27, 2024
Amish, Voodoo and serial killers!
This was a very interesting book. It continued on with the career of Serenity Adam’s,Sheriff of Blood Rock. She seems to always be requested on cases outside her jurisdiction. Voodoo, Amish and serial killers! Definitely kept my interest. Yes, I would recommend this book. Excitement and surprises throughout!
This was a very interesting book. It continued on with the career of Serenity Adam’s,Sheriff of Blood Rock. She seems to always be requested on cases outside her jurisdiction. Voodoo, Amish and serial killers! Definitely kept my interest. Yes, I would recommend this book. Excitement and surprises throughout!
February 6, 2024
Evil is in plain sight
A good read. Full of action. Serenity is looking for a young girl so she is surprised when she finds Toby looking for a escaped killer. Are their cases related? Will they be able to find who they are looking for before it is too late? Will they cross a line in their friendship? Good & evil will battle each other to see who the winner will be.
A good read. Full of action. Serenity is looking for a young girl so she is surprised when she finds Toby looking for a escaped killer. Are their cases related? Will they be able to find who they are looking for before it is too late? Will they cross a line in their friendship? Good & evil will battle each other to see who the winner will be.
April 13, 2024
These story's just get better and better
Another great book. Full of adventure, murder and mystery. I loved this continuation from the last one. Serenity certainly has a death wish. She has more lives than a dozen cats. The twists and turns keep you on the edge of you seat. Definitely worth reading. The extra ingredients are the serial killer and the magic touch. Awesome.
Another great book. Full of adventure, murder and mystery. I loved this continuation from the last one. Serenity certainly has a death wish. She has more lives than a dozen cats. The twists and turns keep you on the edge of you seat. Definitely worth reading. The extra ingredients are the serial killer and the magic touch. Awesome.
April 20, 2025
Whiplash
The pace and changing clues will keep a reader's interest in this original plot. The hints of evil, witchcraft contrast well with the faithful Amish people's pious lifestyle. But the inner turmoil of the sheriff's personal life vs. Career choices only add to the depth of the characters.
The pace and changing clues will keep a reader's interest in this original plot. The hints of evil, witchcraft contrast well with the faithful Amish people's pious lifestyle. But the inner turmoil of the sheriff's personal life vs. Career choices only add to the depth of the characters.
July 21, 2023
Outstanding!!
I have been addicted to Serenity’s story over the years, but this one is the best to date. It challenges her as a police officer, a wife and a human. Overcoming evil is not as easy as she anticipated, but she perseveres. Wow!!
I have been addicted to Serenity’s story over the years, but this one is the best to date. It challenges her as a police officer, a wife and a human. Overcoming evil is not as easy as she anticipated, but she perseveres. Wow!!
December 27, 2023
devils eye
I love the entire series Karen Ann Hopkins has written about Sheriff Serenity. They are good mysteries that will frequently fool you. Great reads. Her Possum Gap series looks to be as good as this one but Im sure I’ll always have a special spot for Sheriff Serenity!
I love the entire series Karen Ann Hopkins has written about Sheriff Serenity. They are good mysteries that will frequently fool you. Great reads. Her Possum Gap series looks to be as good as this one but Im sure I’ll always have a special spot for Sheriff Serenity!
December 29, 2023
Although I haven't read any other of KH books, I thought she did a great job of keeping the story moving. Her details and character development added to the mystery and thriller aspect of this unusual setting . I actually felt a deep loss, almost as if I were there. A very bizarre story!
January 1, 2024
Great read
As usual this book is well written with very interesting characters. The different places are well described. The plot moved along well with lots of twists to keep you interested.
As usual this book is well written with very interesting characters. The different places are well described. The plot moved along well with lots of twists to keep you interested.
February 9, 2024
What drives Sheriff Serenity Adams?
Mystery, murder, voodoo, supernatural witchery all play a part in the events of of Sheriff Adams trying to solve another case with the help of her friend CJ and US Marshall Toby Bryant.
Mystery, murder, voodoo, supernatural witchery all play a part in the events of of Sheriff Adams trying to solve another case with the help of her friend CJ and US Marshall Toby Bryant.
February 18, 2024
Stilted, unbelievable, ridiculous. Furthermore when you can’t be bothered to tie all the loose ends together chuck in an occultism figure with magic powers to explain it all away. A reasonable plot wasted and the characterisation leaves a lot to be desired too.
March 30, 2025
Each book in this series continues to add more evil. Voodoo, out of body visions and alligators. Oh and throw in a hurricane for good measure. You just have to keep turning the pages. Serenity might have to soon choose family or career. Hmmm.
May 4, 2023
Amazing
As usual another amazing book!
I read it in two days!
Serenity is up to her chin in trouble, but an unexpected hero emerges!
As usual another amazing book!
I read it in two days!
Serenity is up to her chin in trouble, but an unexpected hero emerges!
May 13, 2023
This was a pretty good book, I’m just getting weary of her domestic problems always being in every book. Time to change the subject!
May 14, 2023
WOW
This was an edge of your seat book. Twists and turns kept you wondering just how it would end. And one character surprisingly contributes to the shocking ending.
This was an edge of your seat book. Twists and turns kept you wondering just how it would end. And one character surprisingly contributes to the shocking ending.
July 4, 2023
Extremely good
Extremely well done. Hard to put down. Serenity and friends seem so real. Would recommend it. Very talented mystery writer
Extremely well done. Hard to put down. Serenity and friends seem so real. Would recommend it. Very talented mystery writer
July 7, 2023
It has to be 5 stars.
Another great read from Karen Ann Hopkins. I love these books and sheriff Serenity, I plan on visiting every one of the locations in these books.
Another great read from Karen Ann Hopkins. I love these books and sheriff Serenity, I plan on visiting every one of the locations in these books.
July 25, 2023
One review blogger wrote, "“It’s been a long time since I’ve read a book that was utterly unputdownable.” I have to agree.
December 24, 2023
I didn't enjoy this one as much as the other ones I have read by this author. There were a few typos.
December 26, 2023
Amazing
Like the other books in series Karen has done an amazing job of telling the story that will keep you reading and not want ing to put it down. A very good author!
Like the other books in series Karen has done an amazing job of telling the story that will keep you reading and not want ing to put it down. A very good author!
January 3, 2024
Great mystery
I enjoyed the suspense and the tension. The twist was not expected. I like Serenity’s tough character. I plan to read more of Serenity’s series.
I enjoyed the suspense and the tension. The twist was not expected. I like Serenity’s tough character. I plan to read more of Serenity’s series.
January 12, 2024
Excellent
Excellent as always. My favorite series and one of the best author's ever. Definitely looking forward to reading the next book
Excellent as always. My favorite series and one of the best author's ever. Definitely looking forward to reading the next book
February 23, 2024
Slow read…
Continued editing errors. Just 200 pages to end what was left hanging from #14. Weak plot if you can even call it that. Rent must have been due to release this as a book.
Continued editing errors. Just 200 pages to end what was left hanging from #14. Weak plot if you can even call it that. Rent must have been due to release this as a book.
May 2, 2024
Death comes too close for comfort!
What a gripper! Couldn’t put the book down until the end! If you like chills and thrills then this book is for you. Don’t miss it.
What a gripper! Couldn’t put the book down until the end! If you like chills and thrills then this book is for you. Don’t miss it.
September 29, 2024
Another good read!!!
November 5, 2024
It was a story that kept you reading but I did get a bit confused every now and then with who was who. Serenity was pretty much indestructible.
November 27, 2024
serenity book series
I really enjoy these books. The character development is awesome and they are missed when you move on to another type of book. I’m always going back.
I really enjoy these books. The character development is awesome and they are missed when you move on to another type of book. I’m always going back.
January 19, 2025
Book 15
The same story, albeit in a different location. Still it's a good read to escape reality, sets scene for next book
The same story, albeit in a different location. Still it's a good read to escape reality, sets scene for next book
Displaying 1 - 30 of 33 reviews