This one was a lot of fun. The dynamic between Conrad and Paul was entertaining even if occasionally a little OTT and the whole thing had a monster of the week TV show vibe which I found tremendously enjoyable.

4.5 rounded up.13 s Horror Reads366 130

This is the first book in the American Exorcists series and it's a fantastic creepy story with great main characters, a terrifying lake demon, and some twists at the end.

I loved the two main characters. They are both priests but very different from each other. One is older, old school in his thinking, while the other is young and has more of a modern way of interrupting religious symbology.

When they're forced together to investigate what looks to be an accidental drowning, it's apparent that they don't get along. Father Conrad believes the world is evil, demons are very much real, and this was the work of a supernatural force. Father Paul doesn't believe in demons or the supernatural, instead insisting these biblical passages were simply metaphors and allegorical.

But there is something very strange going on in this small town. And as the investigation goes along, nobody's life is going to be safe.

This book is a Catholic demonic X-Files type story with both men and their opinions having merit at certain points. The two priest's are unly allies and it's a long road before they make any headway with each other. This keeps the tension tight and the horrors more frightening. Will they have each others backs in the end or will their opposite opinions make them both prey for a creature feeding on the population?

But I loved that back and forth dynamic. There will be some twists near the end that I didn't see coming involving other characters and that's always nice to read!

I highly recommend this book. It's going to be a great series and this is the one to start with! Highly recommend it.

Thank you to the author for the ARC. This review is voluntary and is my own personal opinion.3 s Emilie Haydel182 38

Imma tell y'all what, this book was everything I wanted in a creepy, harrowing tale of possession and evil. I was hooked from the start and it only got better from there. I'm definitely a fan of paranormal horror. And can't wait for the next book (Blood of Hollywood) to be released March 21, 2024! This is the first book I've read from this author and I might just order the rest of his books with Blood of Hollywood.favorites3 s Anne Venturelli72 5

Great creepy book from a new author for me. I must read more!!20242 s Darren Manoharan22

If you the X-Files with priests, this will be for you. Really good creepy story. 2 priests are requested to a small town to investigate the murders of several people, possibly by something supernatural. The 2 priests are very different, one is a fire and brimstone old school priest and the other is far more modern.

Both the main characters are very able and you get drawn in very quickly. The dialogue between the priests is generally pretty good with the comments on their personal views of the church from 2 very different eras of thinking. However, their differences are what makes the priests work so well.

The priests are asked to investigate the death of young lad which may be linked to a demonic presence. However all is not what it seems in the small town that they are investigating. There are a few twists and turns along the way a few are predictable and others not so much.

All in all well worth a read you will not be disappointed.

I received this as an ARC from the author. 1 Josette Thomas897 1 follower

The older meets the younger in this great demon possession book. When two priests are sent to Elmwood Lake, they are not sure what they will find. As the two try to work through generational differences, more issues come about. Conrad is determined to use his skills to find out whom the possessed entity is. Paul does not believe in possession and fights with Conrad refusing to budge. This author did an incredible job of telling the story from several different perspectives. I had a hard time discerning whom was more believable. I continued to read so I could find out who the possessed entity was. This book was very entertaining and had some horrific moments. I am looking forward to more adventures from these two unly partners.1 kevin powell sr.23

Very nice read

Ok, I needed this book. Tired of the zombies and vampire stuff,..which even though authors have different spins on, are just the same stories over and over again. I love horror books and will take on this series. I read this book in one sitting and immediately looked for the next. You'll enjoy this book if you horror, even though its on the mild side .1 Nita Garcia89 7

Loved this book!!!!

I couldn't put this book down. It was creepy and beautifully told. I love Blaze's take on Exorcism and demons and the ending was perfect1 Lynn craycroft45

Ordinary

I enjoyed this book because I enjoy reading in general but this book didn’t bring me into it enough. I love books to take me into in so I can feel the characters. This one left me lacking that fulfillment. The young priest was a wimp, the older partner priest was an overbearing know it all and the senior priest was a pompous cleric. Well….i guess I identified with the characters after all but they were poorly developed. I get the feeling the author was glad when he finished this book. So sorry. Tiffany McDonald33

Two priests are chosen to investigate the drowning of a man thought to be the work of a demon in the lake. The demon was once a young girl who drowned herself after her love cheated her. She keeps returning to find love again however each person doesn't pass her test leading to their death. Can she be stopped? Desiree55 4

For anyone who has seen The Pope’s Exorcist, Conrad might as well be Father Amorth in all the best ways. Fun, super creepy, but the ending felt rushed. Looking forward to the next one though! Fatimah Gunn140 6

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