Book 1 in A Monstrous Dread Series
A supernatural, horror thriller from the author of The Troop of Shadows Chronicles.
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Demon Chase, Book 1 in A Monstrous Dread Series. A supernatural thriller series.
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Kekolynn
5.0 out of 5 stars
What a surprise to read paranormal mixed with Moxie
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2024
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The story pulls you in immediately. Great characters, great plot and tantalizing quirks along the way. Highly recommend for anyone who likes a good ghost story but add witches and spells and lots of good fun. Enjoy!
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Dixon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Starts fast and the action doesn’t slow down…
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2023
This story is a departure from Ms Smith’s post-apocalyptic novels and, again, the story moves at fast pace from the first page. That’s not a bad thing. The action is hard-edged and often creepy which happens when you are running from or fighting demons and all kinds of deadly, evil, other worldly creatures as well as a coven of witches. The story is well-written with extraordinary characters — sister and brother Jillian and Jackson and a great cast of supporting characters. I believe there will be additional volumes in the series.
It is an exceptional read and well worth your time.
Respectfully,
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Amazon Customer
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024
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A rather quick read, full of otherworldly action. I like how the author splits the present day with the backstory and keeps the story moving. Vivid and insightful descriptions of demon/spirits and people (the description of a politician with “mendacity oozing out of his fake tanned body” strikes a contemporary note). Anyone who enjoys a demon slaying jaunt will enjoy this book.
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Jmac
5.0 out of 5 stars
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023
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I knew I was going to love this book! Twins with a certain talent of recognizing the supernatural . Truly could see this set of books expanding beyond two. Characters are well developed and the fact they have that connection only twins share? Perfect ! Fun read with just enough demon interaction to keep one immersed. Now off to the second book😁
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John Corley
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2023
I was hooked the moment I started reading this book. One of this authors specialties is creating rich likeable characters. Like 80 something year old shamans that joke about midnight bootie calls. This is shaping up to be a great story and I can’t await to dive in to the next one.
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Sally
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2024
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It’s definitely different from my usual reading but fun in a crazy way. I can’t wait to see what she comes up next.
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Kindle Customer
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2023
This was such a thrill ride!!! Stayed up all night reading this!!! Jackson and Jillian are great and I love how they have their own issues going on in addition collaborating and helping Jillian. She’s like a magnet for the evil and crazy but she’s totally my Shero. Can’t wait for the next book! Definitely a must read!!!
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Amazon Customer
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2023
Really like this series, and I don’t usually even start them if I know they are a series…but I really enjoyed this.
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Katie K
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2023
Excellent plot with interesting and believable characters. I will be continuing with the next book in the series, and I hope it is just as good.
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Lynn
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2023
I love this woman’s stories and presentation! She gets you into the story without 20 pages of descriptions but you’re there seeing, smelling and feeling the moment!!!!
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Theresa King
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2023
As with all of Nicki Huntsman Smith books, all it took was a few paragraphs and I couldn’t put down Demon Chase.
My new favorite author!
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rlt123
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2023
Couldn’t put the book down as the characters and plot was so intriguing. More entertaining was all the action. Enjoy!!
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Heather C.
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2024
As an avid reader of horror, suspense, and the supernatural it’s been difficult to find an author outside of my normal favorites of King, Koontz, Brian Keene, and Richard Laymon but I figured I’d give Huntsman Smith a shot and she did not disappoint!
While the twins were certainly front and center in this novel, I’m absolutely in love with Elsa and Henry too. Can’t wait to finish this series!
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Jennifer G. Watson
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2024
I am half way through book three of this series and I am enjoying it just as much as the first two. All of this authors books are well written, unpredictable, and imaginative with just a touch of humor.
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Adelle Starr
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2023
Demon chase is a slightly different demon hunting series than we are used to. Gone are stuffy rituals and arcane characters. Instead we are immediately thrust into an exciting adventure that blends belief systems to help cleanse the world and our characters of the evil that lurks all around. Relatable characters and a story that just jumps right in to the action. A great read!
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David C Taylor
Highly entertaining supernatural horror thriller!
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2023
Have you ever been happy you were wrong? My first introduction to Nikki Huntsman Smith’s writing was through a Cozy Mystery that I enjoyed so when I was offered a review copy of the audiobook for Demon Chase, I figured I would be listening to a cozy mystery of some sort. Well, once I began listening to Demon Chase, I quickly realized it wasn’t anything like what I had expected, I was thrust into a paranormal horror story. To be honest being wrong in this case was excellent. This book is a highly entertaining mystery built around a brother and sister – Jillian and Jackson – who have paranormal gifts that are as different as each of them and their circumstances. Along with well-developed characters, there is plenty of action and intrigue not to mention misdirection to keep the reader guessing how this story will resolve itself. In my case listening to the audiobook, I was not only entertained by the story, but Larissa Schmitz’s excellent narration, her character voices and delivery tempo made it a pleasure to listen to the story. Hopefully, when the audiobook for Troubled Spirits comes out Larissa will be narrating it as well.
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charlie Guilbeau
Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2023
Loved both the Troop series and this one! You have eclipsed Ian Rob Wright as my favorite apocalyptic and horror author! I don’t even read S. King because I like you better!
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Kindle Customer
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2023
Troubled Spirits follows Jillian in her search to destroy the evil that seeks to destroy her. As she travels from Alaska to the great plains she encounters new allies and old enemies. Just as captivating as the first book in this series and guaranteed to make you keep your nightlight on after you have salted and saged your house.
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Lynne
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2023
The book grabbed me from the very beginning. This does not happen very often. There were no typos as far as I noticed. They are particularly upsetting tome as well. This was very well written and not overly filled with too many technical reasons. I’m super excited to start the next book. Thanks in advance for a really good read. 👍
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Lori Herbst
A Page-Turning Paranormal Thriller
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2023
From the first page of the book, I was hooked. The fast-paced plot kept me reading long after my eyes wanted to object. The premise is unique and believable, as are the supernatural (and human) villains. But the star of the show is definitely the protagonist, Jillian, who has a skill set (and physical prowess) that I envy. She is the most believable monster fighter I could imagine. I love her multi-layered, three-dimensional presentation. Her wit and cynicism really resonated with me. In fact, the entire book weaves cleverness, emotion, and longing into the frightful scenarios. This keeps the book grounded and human.
I can’t wait for the second installment of this wonderful Monstrous Dread series! Keep ‘em coming!
(I voluntarily read and reviewed and advanced copy of this book.)
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Ruby Rowland
Demon Chase did not dissapoint!
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2023
I loved Demon Chase! The story was great, and I found myself laughing out loud at times. The charachters were endearing and I already miss them. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!
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Amazon Customer, D. Jones
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2023
This was my first time reading this type of book and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The story flowed well and didn’t lag or end with a cliff hanger. Well edited also. I’m now hoping to find another book by this author.
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E. R.
Soooo good! Edge of your seat exciting ride!
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2023
Great story with intense visuals and complex characters, cannot wait for the next one! (If Supernatural met Jack Reacher and the Good Witch)
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Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars
demon chase
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 24, 2023
A truly exceptional excellent read and had me spellbound ‘ no pun intended’. l’m moving on to the next book now and sincerely hope this one does the same
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Haunted by a gift that’s more of a curse.
Jillian and her brother see what others can’t: monsters lurking in plain sight. Their life? A high-stakes game of cat and mouse, with evil itself breathing down their neck, relentless in its chase.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, they must forsake the life they once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield them from the malevolent eyes of the pursuers and grow into warriors.
Their extraordinary curse reveals more than monsters among us. It pulls back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
About the Author, Nicki Huntsman Smith
I love books.
Everything I’ve learned about writing has grown from my love of reading. I began my writing career at the tender age of seven, when I wrote a play for my third-grade class. It was not an assignment; I did it because I discovered I loved creative writing as much as I loved reading. I received a children’s typewriter the next year, and countless short stories followed.
I wrote some awful poetry during my teen years, then some not-so-awful short stories over the next two decades. I became serious about writing books ten years ago. The timing felt right, and I created the world-altering habit of writing every day.
My first published novel, Secrets Under the Mesa, began as a short story. I decided it had some legs and went with it. The inspiration for The Troop of Shadows Chronicles emerged from two directions: my love of post-apocalyptic fiction and a recent interest in disaster preparedness. My favorite author is Stephen King so it makes perfect sense that my second series would be a supernatural, occult, horror thriller. The series is A Monstrous Dread and book 1 is Demon Chase.
I am so fortunate the fans seem to love the second series even more than my first. A huge thank you to all my fans.
Stephen King says, “Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a lot of hard work.”
The hard work is worth it. I hope you enjoy my novels. I wrote them for fellow book lovers just like you.
I live in the suburbs of Dallas, Texas, with my husband and two spoiled rotten rescue dogs.
DEMON CHASE READER DEMOGRAPHICS
The typical age range of horror fiction readers can vary widely, but generally, the genre is most popular among young adults and middle-aged readers, typically from their late teens through their thirties and forties. This demographic tends to be drawn to the emotional intensity, thrilling narratives, and often, the psychological depth of horror stories. Younger readers, particularly those in their late teens and twenties, are often attracted to the adrenaline and excitement that horror fiction can offer, while older readers might appreciate the more complex themes and existential questions that horror can explore.
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Dive into the heart-pounding suspense of “Demon Chase,” where FBI agent Jillian Beaufort’s discovery of a hidden supernatural realm sends her on a breathtaking escape from dark forces that haunt her and her twin brother, Jackson. As they tap into their unique powers to see the unseen, the chase leads Jillian to a secluded town in Alaska, shrouded in mystery and steeped in forbidden occult practices.
Here, surrounded by new, unexpected allies and an escalating number of threats, Jillian faces the ultimate test of survival and self-discovery. Will she confront the shadows of her past and harness her inner darkness to defeat the demons pursuing her?
“DEMON CHASE” is not just a novel—it’s an adventure into a world where every shadow hides a secret and every ally could be an enemy. Perfect for fans of Jim Butcher, Ilona Andrews, and viewers of “Supernatural,” this book promises a thrilling ride and relentless suspense that will grip you till the dramatic finale. Embrace the thrill, feel the suspense, and join Jillian in a fight where the line between good and evil blurs. Don’t miss out—your next favorite series awaits!
BOOKS THAT MAY BE SIMILAR TO DEMON CHASE:
“DEMON CHASE” combines elements of horror, supernatural pursuits, and a thrilling narrative, here are several books across various related genres that might share similarities in theme, tone, or content. These recommendations could appeal to readers looking for stories with a blend of suspense, supernatural elements, and action-packed narratives:
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“The Passage” by Justin Cronin: An epic tale that blends elements of horror, post-apocalyptic themes, and action, focusing on a government experiment gone wrong that unleashes a pandemic, transforming people into vampire-like creatures.
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“American Gods” by Neil Gaiman: This novel blends fantasy, mythology, and mystery, focusing on the brewing conflict between old gods and new entities reflective of modern society’s obsessions.
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“The Dresden Files” by Jim Butcher (Series): Following Harry Dresden, Chicago’s first (and only) Wizard P.I., these books mix urban fantasy with mystery, featuring magical creatures, spellbinding battles, and a noir detective atmosphere.
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“NOS4A2” by Joe Hill: A horror novel that combines supernatural elements with suspenseful chases, featuring a villain who abducts children to a twisted place he calls “Christmasland.”
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“The Witcher” Series by Andrzej Sapkowski: Originally a series of fantasy novels, these books follow Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter, as he navigates a morally ambiguous world filled with magic, ancient folklore, and political intrigue.
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“Night Watch” by Sergei Lukyanenko: This urban fantasy series set in Moscow explores the balance between the forces of light and darkness, with a narrative that combines elements of espionage, moral dilemmas, and supernatural conflicts.
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“The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires” by Grady Hendrix: Blending horror with humor and social commentary, this novel follows a women’s book club that must protect its suburban community from a charming stranger who is actually a vampire.
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“The Monstrumologist” by Rick Yancey: A young adult horror series set in the 19th century, focusing on an apprentice and his mentor as they study and combat monsters, blending Gothic horror with thrilling adventures.
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“Percy Jackson & the Olympians” by Rick Riordan: While aimed at a younger audience, this series features thrilling quests and battles, with a modern twist on Greek mythology that might appeal to fans of supernatural adventures.
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“The Sandman” by Neil Gaiman: Though a graphic novel series, it offers a rich narrative that blends horror, fantasy, and mythology, following Dream of the Endless as he influences both the dream world and the real world.
DEMON CHASE BOOK DESCRIPTIONS:
Jillian is damned by a burden as unique as it is perilous. Cursed with the unsettling gift to see the monstrous entities hidden from the rest of humanity, Jillian’s life transforms into a relentless flight from an evil that lurks just steps behind her, always watching, always waiting, always chasing.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, Jillian must forsake the life she once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield her from the malevolent eyes of her pursuers and grow into the warrior she must become.
Jackson, Jillian’s other half in every sense, shares not only their unbreakable bond as twins but also the extraordinary and haunting burden of their gift—or curse. Like Jillian, he possesses the rare ability to see the unseen horrors that stalk the edges of their reality, a secret so profound that it has drawn the attention of forces far beyond the supernatural.
In an ironic twist of fate, Jackson finds himself ensnared…not by the demons that hunger for his demise, but by those sworn to protect the twins. Held captive within the cold, unyielding walls of a top-secret government facility, he becomes a pawn in a game much bigger than himself – safe from the demons for now, but stripped of his freedom and free will.
In this heart-stopping narrative, discover the depths of courage and the power of kinship as Jillian and her twin brother grapple with a fate that sets them apart. Their extraordinary sight reveals the true monsters among us, pulling back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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Haunted by a gift that’s more of a curse, Jillian sees what others can’t: monsters lurking in plain sight. Her life? A high-stakes game of cat and mouse, with evil itself breathing down her neck, relentless in its chase.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, Jillian must forsake the life she once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield her from the malevolent eyes of her pursuers and grow into the warrior she must become.
Jackson, Jillian’s other half in every sense, shares not only their unbreakable bond as twins but also the extraordinary and haunting burden of their gift—or curse. Like Jillian, he possesses the rare ability to see the unseen horrors that stalk the edges of their reality, a secret so profound that it has drawn the attention of forces far beyond the supernatural.
In an ironic twist of fate, Jackson finds himself ensnared…not by the demons that hunger for his demise, but by those sworn to protect the twins. Held captive within the cold, unyielding walls of a top-secret government facility, he becomes a pawn in a game much bigger than himself – safe from the demons for now, but stripped of his freedom and free will.
In this heart-stopping narrative, discover the depths of courage and the power of kinship as Jillian and her twin brother grapple with a fate that sets them apart. Their extraordinary sight reveals the true monsters among us, pulling back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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Haunted by a gift that’s more of a curse.
Jillian and her brother see what others can’t: monsters lurking in plain sight. Their life? A high-stakes game of cat and mouse, with evil itself breathing down their neck, relentless in its chase.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, they must forsake the life they once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield them from the malevolent eyes of the pursuers and grow into warriors.
In this heart-stopping narrative, discover the depths of courage and the power of kinship as Jillian and her twin brother grapple with a fate that sets them apart. Their extraordinary sight reveals the true monsters among us, pulling back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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Haunted by a gift that’s more of a curse.
Jillian and her brother see what others can’t: monsters lurking in plain sight. Their life? A high-stakes game of cat and mouse, with evil itself breathing down their neck, relentless in its chase.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, they must forsake the life they once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield them from the malevolent eyes of the pursuers and grow into warriors.
Their extraordinary curse reveals more than monsters among us. It pulls back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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Jillian is damned by a burden as unique as it is perilous. Cursed with the unsettling gift to see the monstrous entities hidden from the rest of humanity, Jillian’s life transforms into a relentless flight from an evil that lurks just steps behind her, always watching, always waiting, always chasing.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, Jillian must forsake the life she once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield her from the malevolent eyes of her pursuers and grow into the warrior she must become.
Jackson, Jillian’s other half in every sense, shares not only their unbreakable bond as twins but also the extraordinary and haunting burden of their gift—or curse. Like Jillian, he possesses the rare ability to see the unseen horrors that stalk the edges of their reality, a secret so profound that it has drawn the attention of forces far beyond the supernatural.
In an ironic twist of fate, Jackson finds himself ensnared…not by the demons that hunger for his demise, but by those sworn to protect the twins. Held captive within the cold, unyielding walls of a top-secret government facility, he becomes a pawn in a game much bigger than himself – safe from the demons for now, but stripped of his freedom and free will.
In this heart-stopping narrative, discover the depths of courage and the power of kinship as Jillian and her twin brother grapple with a fate that sets them apart. Their extraordinary sight reveals the true monsters among us, pulling back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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“Are you ready for a terrifying journey into a world where the darkest nightmares dwell. This heart-pounding horror fiction will grip you from the first page and drag you into an abyss of relentless fear and suspense.
In Demon Chase, you are pulled deeper into a story that defies the ordinary. Jillian, an ex FBI agent, finds herself in a race against time and unspeakable evil.
The demons are waiting, and once you begin reading, the demon chase has begun.”
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They’re tracking her. She’s staying one step ahead of them…but for how long?
Haunted and hunted. Jillian abandons her normal life, embarking on one that takes her to the edge of sanity. To survive, she must elude the monsters most people can’t see.
Jillian and her twin brother are cursed with the ability to see the abominations that are invisible to everyone else…monsters that have pierced the Veil and infiltrated the world of humans. And if you can see them, they want you dead.
A hierarchy exists in the paranormal world, a social order understood by the monsters that dwell there and one that is dominated by a powerful cabal. The target on Jillian’s back was placed there by the most malevolent beings of all: Demons.
And demons aren’t the only monsters gunning for the siblings. All manner of hellspawn — ghouls and goblins, shapeshifters and skinwalkers — clawed through the Veil eons ago. And they really hate this new development: suddenly being spotted by a couple of upstart humans.
Jillian must abandon her old life for one of isolation and anonymity. She seeks a sanctuary…someplace she can hide while learning all about the paranormal world and growing into a battle-ready warrior. Somewhere the demon cabal and all the unholy creatures can’t find her.
The problem is, no such haven exists.
Once you’ve pinged their radar, you’re there forever, always in the crosshairs, endlessly dragging an invisible bullseye behind you. And one slip-up can cost your life.
She’s tired of running and knows she must learn how to fight them.
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Jillian can see the monsters that came from the other side of the veil. They don’t like to be seen.
Now, In the shadows, they relentlessly pursue her, a silent, unseen menace. Jillian, always a mere heartbeat ahead, navigates a world fraught with peril. How long can she keep this dance of danger alive?
She can’t hide forever and knows she must learn how to fight them.
To exist another day, she must evade horrors that lurk just beyond the veil of the visible world.
Cursed alongside her twin brother, they bear the burden of sight—the horrific ability to see the monstrosities that skulk unseen by others. These abhorrent creatures, breaches in reality itself, seek death for those who can perceive them. For Jillian, this unwanted gift is a death sentence. Jillian is now marked as their prey.
Forsaking her former existence, Jillian is propelled into a life of seclusion, seeking an elusive haven where she might learn the arts of paranormal warfare, transforming into a warrior adept at combating these fiendish foes. A place of refuge where the dark cabal and its minions cannot reach her.
But such sanctuaries are mere illusions.
Once marked by these monstrous predators, you become an eternal target. Jillian knows a single error, a solitary misstep, can lead to her grim and final end.
She needs help, knowledge and weapons. And she needs time to learn to fight.
Time is not on her side.
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DEMON CHASE BOOK DESCRIPTIONS:
Jillian is damned by a burden as unique as it is perilous. Cursed with the unsettling gift to see the monstrous entities hidden from the rest of humanity, Jillian’s life transforms into a relentless flight from an evil that lurks just steps behind her, always watching, always waiting, always chasing.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, Jillian must forsake the life she once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield her from the malevolent eyes of her pursuers and grow into the warrior she must become.
Jackson, Jillian’s other half in every sense, shares not only their unbreakable bond as twins but also the extraordinary and haunting burden of their gift—or curse. Like Jillian, he possesses the rare ability to see the unseen horrors that stalk the edges of their reality, a secret so profound that it has drawn the attention of forces far beyond the supernatural.
In an ironic twist of fate, Jackson finds himself ensnared…not by the demons that hunger for his demise, but by those sworn to protect the twins. Held captive within the cold, unyielding walls of a top-secret government facility, he becomes a pawn in a game much bigger than himself – safe from the demons for now, but stripped of his freedom and free will.
In this heart-stopping narrative, discover the depths of courage and the power of kinship as Jillian and her twin brother grapple with a fate that sets them apart. Their extraordinary sight reveals the true monsters among us, pulling back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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Haunted by a gift that’s more of a curse, Jillian sees what others can’t: monsters lurking in plain sight. Her life? A high-stakes game of cat and mouse, with evil itself breathing down her neck, relentless in its chase.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, Jillian must forsake the life she once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield her from the malevolent eyes of her pursuers and grow into the warrior she must become.
Jackson, Jillian’s other half in every sense, shares not only their unbreakable bond as twins but also the extraordinary and haunting burden of their gift—or curse. Like Jillian, he possesses the rare ability to see the unseen horrors that stalk the edges of their reality, a secret so profound that it has drawn the attention of forces far beyond the supernatural.
In an ironic twist of fate, Jackson finds himself ensnared…not by the demons that hunger for his demise, but by those sworn to protect the twins. Held captive within the cold, unyielding walls of a top-secret government facility, he becomes a pawn in a game much bigger than himself – safe from the demons for now, but stripped of his freedom and free will.
In this heart-stopping narrative, discover the depths of courage and the power of kinship as Jillian and her twin brother grapple with a fate that sets them apart. Their extraordinary sight reveals the true monsters among us, pulling back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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Haunted by a gift that’s more of a curse.
Jillian and her brother see what others can’t: monsters lurking in plain sight. Their life? A high-stakes game of cat and mouse, with evil itself breathing down their neck, relentless in its chase.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, they must forsake the life they once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield them from the malevolent eyes of the pursuers and grow into warriors.
In this heart-stopping narrative, discover the depths of courage and the power of kinship as Jillian and her twin brother grapple with a fate that sets them apart. Their extraordinary sight reveals the true monsters among us, pulling back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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Haunted by a gift that’s more of a curse.
Jillian and her brother see what others can’t: monsters lurking in plain sight. Their life? A high-stakes game of cat and mouse, with evil itself breathing down their neck, relentless in its chase.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, they must forsake the life they once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield them from the malevolent eyes of the pursuers and grow into warriors.
Their extraordinary curse reveals more than monsters among us. It pulls back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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Jillian is damned by a burden as unique as it is perilous. Cursed with the unsettling gift to see the monstrous entities hidden from the rest of humanity, Jillian’s life transforms into a relentless flight from an evil that lurks just steps behind her, always watching, always waiting, always chasing.
But the darkness doesn’t end there. An array of grotesque creatures, having breached our world ages ago, join the hunt, each one eager to extinguish the light of those who see them. Facing insurmountable odds, Jillian must forsake the life she once knew, venturing into the unknown in search of strength and sanctuary—a place to shield her from the malevolent eyes of her pursuers and grow into the warrior she must become.
Jackson, Jillian’s other half in every sense, shares not only their unbreakable bond as twins but also the extraordinary and haunting burden of their gift—or curse. Like Jillian, he possesses the rare ability to see the unseen horrors that stalk the edges of their reality, a secret so profound that it has drawn the attention of forces far beyond the supernatural.
In an ironic twist of fate, Jackson finds himself ensnared…not by the demons that hunger for his demise, but by those sworn to protect the twins. Held captive within the cold, unyielding walls of a top-secret government facility, he becomes a pawn in a game much bigger than himself – safe from the demons for now, but stripped of his freedom and free will.
In this heart-stopping narrative, discover the depths of courage and the power of kinship as Jillian and her twin brother grapple with a fate that sets them apart. Their extraordinary sight reveals the true monsters among us, pulling back the veil to a darker world where a sinister hierarchy reigns, led by the most dangerous of all: Demons.
Demon Chase isn’t just a survival story. It is about reclaiming life from the clutches of darkness.
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“Are you ready for a terrifying journey into a world where the darkest nightmares dwell. This heart-pounding horror fiction will grip you from the first page and drag you into an abyss of relentless fear and suspense.
In Demon Chase, you are pulled deeper into a story that defies the ordinary. Jillian, an ex FBI agent, finds herself in a race against time and unspeakable evil.
The demons are waiting, and once you begin reading, the demon chase has begun.”
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They’re tracking her. She’s staying one step ahead of them…but for how long?
Haunted and hunted. Jillian abandons her normal life, embarking on one that takes her to the edge of sanity. To survive, she must elude the monsters most people can’t see.
Jillian and her twin brother are cursed with the ability to see the abominations that are invisible to everyone else…monsters that have pierced the Veil and infiltrated the world of humans. And if you can see them, they want you dead.
A hierarchy exists in the paranormal world, a social order understood by the monsters that dwell there and one that is dominated by a powerful cabal. The target on Jillian’s back was placed there by the most malevolent beings of all: Demons.
And demons aren’t the only monsters gunning for the siblings. All manner of hellspawn — ghouls and goblins, shapeshifters and skinwalkers — clawed through the Veil eons ago. And they really hate this new development: suddenly being spotted by a couple of upstart humans.
Jillian must abandon her old life for one of isolation and anonymity. She seeks a sanctuary…someplace she can hide while learning all about the paranormal world and growing into a battle-ready warrior. Somewhere the demon cabal and all the unholy creatures can’t find her.
The problem is, no such haven exists.
Once you’ve pinged their radar, you’re there forever, always in the crosshairs, endlessly dragging an invisible bullseye behind you. And one slip-up can cost your life.
She’s tired of running and knows she must learn how to fight them.
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Jillian can see the monsters that came from the other side of the veil. They don’t like to be seen.
Now, In the shadows, they relentlessly pursue her, a silent, unseen menace. Jillian, always a mere heartbeat ahead, navigates a world fraught with peril. How long can she keep this dance of danger alive?
She can’t hide forever and knows she must learn how to fight them.
To exist another day, she must evade horrors that lurk just beyond the veil of the visible world.
Cursed alongside her twin brother, they bear the burden of sight—the horrific ability to see the monstrosities that skulk unseen by others. These abhorrent creatures, breaches in reality itself, seek death for those who can perceive them. For Jillian, this unwanted gift is a death sentence. Jillian is now marked as their prey.
Forsaking her former existence, Jillian is propelled into a life of seclusion, seeking an elusive haven where she might learn the arts of paranormal warfare, transforming into a warrior adept at combating these fiendish foes. A place of refuge where the dark cabal and its minions cannot reach her.
But such sanctuaries are mere illusions.
Once marked by these monstrous predators, you become an eternal target. Jillian knows a single error, a solitary misstep, can lead to her grim and final end.
She needs help, knowledge and weapons. And she needs time to learn to fight.
Time is not on her side.
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BROAD KEYWORD TEXT TROPES USED IN DEMON CHASE:
Supernatural thriller
Paranormal adventure
Twin protagonists
Hidden worlds
Family bonds
Psychic abilities
Government conspiracy
Survival story
Good vs evil
Unseen monsters
Supernatural powers
Sibling heroes
Mysterious curses
Horror and suspense
Battle against darkness
Paranormal mystery
DEMON CHASE TAGLINE TEXTS:
“Run from your fears, but don’t look back—’DEMON CHASE’ has begun!”
“When darkness hunts, will you dare to confront it? Enter the ‘DEMON CHASE.'”
“In a world where evil lurks, the real terror is the chase.”
“Not all who run are lost—some are being hunted. ‘DEMON CHASE.'”
“Face the unknown. The chase is on, and there’s nowhere to hide.”
“Evil never rests. Will you? Experience the thrill of ‘DEMON CHASE.'”
“The ultimate pursuit: between good and evil, the chase is everything.”
“In ‘DEMON CHASE,’ the real terror is never knowing what’s behind you.”
“One step ahead of danger, one heartbeat from doom—dare to join the chase.”
“Run. Hide. Survive. The game of fear begins with ‘DEMON CHASE.'”
“Haunted by a gift that’s more of a curse, Jillian sees what others can’t: monsters lurking in plain sight. Her life? A high-stakes game of cat and mouse, with evil itself breathing down her neck, relentless in its chase.”
THINGS THAT RESONATE WITH DEMON CHASE READERS:
Emotional thriller
Supernatural thriller
Occult thriller
Horror thriller
Courage and resilience
Sibling loyalty
Overcoming fears
Personal growth journey
GOODREADS REVIEWS
Paul (Life In The Slow Lane)
754 reviews 52 followers
Knock, knock. Tupperware lady calling. Since when does the Tupperware lady have horns and red skin?
Even though I’m not a fan of witches, warlocks, demons, and sh*t (I’m more of a werewolf, megalodon, drop bears and T-Rex man, myself), I still found this story compelling, with the tension slowly building to the literal peak of the storm. My only criticism was, I thought Bazgolith died a bit too easily. Usually it takes a couple of goes for the bad guy to be totally eliminated.
The author kept the action up nicely, and the plot was pretty easy to follow. I never once found my eyes doing the reading, but my brain thinking, “Gee, I wonder if they’ll ever do a re-run of Bay Watch? You know…the one with Pammy Anderson and The Hoff.” Do you find typos and grammos distracting? (That’s not a typo; it’s my newly invented word.) I done good in English at skool and I notice mistakes. Ms Huntsman Smith has done a sterling job of editing and as hard as I looked, I didn’t notice a single error. Bonza effort Nicki.
I was very appreciative of the mention of my favourite American beer (Sam Adams) and my favourite American car (Candy-Apple Red Mustang – a ’66 no doubt). Another great effort by this rising author.
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David Taylor
1,367 reviews 19 followers
Highly entertaining supernatural horror thriller!
Have you ever been happy you were wrong? My first introduction to Nikki Huntsman Smith’s writing was through a Cozy Mystery that I enjoyed so when I was offered a review copy of the audiobook for Demon Chase, I figured I would be listening to a cozy mystery of some sort. Well, once I began listening to Demon Chase, I quickly realized it wasn’t anything like what I had expected, I was thrust into a paranormal horror story. To be honest, being wrong in this case was excellent. This book is a highly entertaining mystery built around a brother and sister – Jillian and Jackson – who have paranormal gifts that are as different as each of them and their circumstances. Along with well-developed characters, there is plenty of action and intrigue not to mention misdirection to keep the reader guessing how this story will resolve itself. In my case listening to the audiobook, I was not only entertained by the story, but Larissa Schmitz’s excellent narration, her character voices and delivery tempo made it a pleasure to listen to the story. Hopefully, when the audiobook for Troubled Spirits comes out Larissa will be narrating it as well.
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Lori Herbst
Author 7 books 93 followers
From the first page of the book, I was hooked. The fast-paced plot kept me reading long after my eyes wanted to object. The premise is unique and believable, as are the supernatural (and human) villains. But the star of the show is definitely the protagonist, Jillian, who has a skill set (and physical prowess) that I envy. She is the most believable monster fighter I could imagine. I love her multi-layered, three-dimensional presentation. Her wit and cynicism really resonated with me. In fact, the entire book weaves cleverness, emotion, and longing into the frightful scenarios. This keeps the book grounded and human.
I can’t wait for the second installment of this wonderful Monstrous Dread series! Keep ‘em coming!
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robyn dixon
117 reviews
Starts fast and the action doesn’t slow down…
This story is a departure from Ms Smith’s post-apocalyptic novels and, again, the story moves at fast pace from the first page. That’s not a bad thing. The action is hard-edged and often creepy which happens when you are running from or fighting demons and all kinds of deadly, evil, other worldly creatures as well as a coven of witches. The story is well-written with extraordinary characters — sister and brother Jillian and Jackson and a great cast of supporting characters. I believe there will be additional volumes in the series.
It is an exceptional read and well worth your time.
Respectfully,
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Maggie Deaton
603 reviews 5 followers
Total Departure from the apocalypse series
Demons, witches, shapeshifters, and a dose of FBI and NSA agents…. A psychic brother and sister team are raised by government agents and doctors and one becomes FBI while the other is in a government lockdown for observation and study… Then all he’ll breaks loose as both head out to do battle but not as a united team though their goals do coincide. Should be a really good and never boring series… Setting the stage takes most of this first book, but I still rate it a 4.25 stars and expect it to trend up from there….
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Mary Lee
Author 6 books 17 followers
Fans of Neil Gaiman and Jim Butcher will enjoy this novel. Fans of Buffy the Vampire Slayer will love it. It’s NOT a vampire book. But the monsters are terrifyingly real and the main character Jillian has to find the strength to fight them before they destroy the world.
I thoroughly enjoyed this one.
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Fatimah Gunn
145 reviews 8 followers
AMAZING
This was such a thrill ride!!! Stayed up all night reading this!!! Jackson and Jillian are great and I love how they have their own issues going on in addition collaborating and helping Jillian. She’s like a magnet for the evil and crazy but she’s totally my Shero. Can’t wait for the next book! Definitely a must read!!!
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Jai Rahim
1,717 reviews
I must have been craving a supernatural thriller about witches and demons, and this book hit the spot. I liked the demon-slaying twin duo Jillian and Jackson. I love that while Jackson is fighting evil from behind protected walls, Jillian is kicking demon ass from the front lines. I enjoyed every minute of this book and am glad that there’s a sequel to this story. RIP Max 😔
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James McIntosh
179 reviews2 followers
Who Doesn’t Love Demons?
I knew I was going to love this book! Twins with a certain talent of recognizing the supernatural . Truly could see this set of books expanding beyond two. Characters are well developed and the fact they have that connection only twins share? Perfect ! Fun read with just enough demon interaction to keep one immersed. Now off to the second book😁
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Rosemary Bainbridge
1 review 1 follower
I was a little leery about starting this book having finished all Troop Of Shadows books but I got hooked very quickly. Great story and exciting characters, human or not. Have already started the second book.😊
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Delreo Norris
9 reviews
it’s about time!
I have been waiting for a book to take me away from my stressful life. Jillian is amazing. I can cheer for this heroine any day.
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Jeff Ware
16 reviews
Great story. Good action and some great monsters throughout the story. No fluff and a good read with good characters.
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Abby Mae
15 reviews
Good read. Author missed a few places to really add some detail or action but overall it was worth reading.
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Sally Hutchison
1 review
Funny or Horrible?
It’s definitely different from my usual reading but fun in a crazy way. I can’t wait to see what she comes up next.