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paperwitch's review against another edition
4.0
4.75
❝If you’re living like life is over then you might as well be six feet underground
We follow Austin a man who one day wishes his wife would just die but sooner than later he will learn that wishes sometimes can be deadly.
This is the first book I’ve ever read by John Everson and I must say he did not disappoint, I have always loved the concept of witches but it is always done so lightly which isn’t a bad thing but it always leaves me wanting more and THAT Everson delivered. This book explores the dark side of the human mind, how easily a human can be perverted, persuaded etc. as well as magic, the power of words and the occult.
❝How easy a man is to deceive when a woman is involved
Yes our main character might not be the brightest of the bunch but that is what makes this novel so much more fun to read. Although flawed I appreciated that Austin was consistent throughout the book, not every character needs to develop into a redeemable human or become something that they are not just for the sake of the reader. Nothing was handed over to Austin on a silver plate and that was refreshing to see.
I did find some random inconsistencies throughout the book which were minor such as a baby being on the floor one second and the next it being on a chair, as well as mixed names at the beginning but that might be changed once the book is published.
I am going to close this up with a small disclaimer: There is a lot of sex in this book as well as a lot of graphic/gory content and if that is something that bugs you then you’ve been warned.
❝Life doesn’t sit still for death. If anything, it moves faster
I received this arc in exchange for an honest review.
❝If you’re living like life is over then you might as well be six feet underground
We follow Austin a man who one day wishes his wife would just die but sooner than later he will learn that wishes sometimes can be deadly.
This is the first book I’ve ever read by John Everson and I must say he did not disappoint, I have always loved the concept of witches but it is always done so lightly which isn’t a bad thing but it always leaves me wanting more and THAT Everson delivered. This book explores the dark side of the human mind, how easily a human can be perverted, persuaded etc. as well as magic, the power of words and the occult.
❝How easy a man is to deceive when a woman is involved
Yes our main character might not be the brightest of the bunch but that is what makes this novel so much more fun to read. Although flawed I appreciated that Austin was consistent throughout the book, not every character needs to develop into a redeemable human or become something that they are not just for the sake of the reader. Nothing was handed over to Austin on a silver plate and that was refreshing to see.
I did find some random inconsistencies throughout the book which were minor such as a baby being on the floor one second and the next it being on a chair, as well as mixed names at the beginning but that might be changed once the book is published.
I am going to close this up with a small disclaimer: There is a lot of sex in this book as well as a lot of graphic/gory content and if that is something that bugs you then you’ve been warned.
❝Life doesn’t sit still for death. If anything, it moves faster
I received this arc in exchange for an honest review.
zooloo1983's review against another edition
3.0
This was a horrifying boink fest! I do love a good horror, with the essence of Richard Laymon, completely bat-shit crazy but still entertaining at the same time. It’s also one that makes you wonder just how far will the author go and believe me he goes far. My favourite type of horror is more the ghosty side, but I do love to dip into the more gore, cult, 80s camp fun horror. This was all that and more!!
I liked Austin, loveable, down on his luck gullible Austin. If only he hadn’t gone to the pub that night, things would have been a lot LOT different.
His marriage isn’t great, he’s fed up and he’s seduced. Once his life changes and he’s introduced to Equinox, well, wowzers I had to make sure my audiobook wasn’t blasting too loudly. It may have excited some people
I liked Austin, loveable, down on his luck gullible Austin. If only he hadn’t gone to the pub that night, things would have been a lot LOT different.
His marriage isn’t great, he’s fed up and he’s seduced. Once his life changes and he’s introduced to Equinox, well, wowzers I had to make sure my audiobook wasn’t blasting too loudly. It may have excited some people
wildgurl's review against another edition
4.0
The Devil´s Equinox
by John Everson
due June 13-2019
Flame Tree Press
4.0 / 5.0
Some say the devil is in the details.
Others say it walks the earth, only humans bring it life.
Both are true in this dark, graphic novel.
Austin´s details can be found in his secrets...the one where he wishes his wife, Angie, were dead. His mistake is sharing that secret with a devilish woman, a woman who decides she wants to make his wish come true, she wants Austin to be her next guest at the Club.
Then Angie is found dead and Regina has many details of her plan she wants to share with Austin....at the Club...
The violence and sex is graphic and detailed, and may not appeal to those with sensitivities to these subjects. Read this. Do it anyway. Take the plunge. Everson is a master of the genre, and has stories that draw you in right away.
Thanks to the publisher and author for this e-book ARC for review.
#TheDevilsEquinox #netgalley
by John Everson
due June 13-2019
Flame Tree Press
4.0 / 5.0
Some say the devil is in the details.
Others say it walks the earth, only humans bring it life.
Both are true in this dark, graphic novel.
Austin´s details can be found in his secrets...the one where he wishes his wife, Angie, were dead. His mistake is sharing that secret with a devilish woman, a woman who decides she wants to make his wish come true, she wants Austin to be her next guest at the Club.
Then Angie is found dead and Regina has many details of her plan she wants to share with Austin....at the Club...
The violence and sex is graphic and detailed, and may not appeal to those with sensitivities to these subjects. Read this. Do it anyway. Take the plunge. Everson is a master of the genre, and has stories that draw you in right away.
Thanks to the publisher and author for this e-book ARC for review.
#TheDevilsEquinox #netgalley
johnlynchbooks's review against another edition
3.0
Devils Equinox is a bit of a tough one to put in a box, at least for me it is. I had assumed this was more of a horror, but that doesn’t really change my review of what we’ve got here. I say that only to let anyone reading this know what to expect. If i HAD to call it something, it would seem to me more off an Occult/Dark fantasy/ erotic hybrid. What’s here is well written, and those who are into those types of books would find even more enjoyment in it than I did.
Shortly after the death of his wife, which he had wished for, Austin enters into a relationship with his neighbor Regina. It doesn’t take long for things to get hot and heavy. Not everything is what it seems, as Austin, the protagonist finds out. It isn’t long before he is mixed up in a plot for power at the expensive of his daughter. Sex is a major part of this book. If that turns you off or bothers you, this book isn’t for you. If blasphemy is a turn off, this book isn’t for you. There is a lot of sex in this novel, a lot of it with occult and satanistic tones. I want to stress that because of sex and sacrilegious images are something you can’t deal with, you aren’t going to be able to make it through this.
Devils Equinox is a well written, occult/ dark erotic novel. Its a quick read. Further fleshing out of the protagonist and antagonist would have been beneficial to the story, but if the things I touched on don’t bother you, I suspect that you will enjoy this book. I did have fun reading this, although at times it made me feel very uncomfortable. I think that fans of these types of books would enjoy it even more than I did.
Shortly after the death of his wife, which he had wished for, Austin enters into a relationship with his neighbor Regina. It doesn’t take long for things to get hot and heavy. Not everything is what it seems, as Austin, the protagonist finds out. It isn’t long before he is mixed up in a plot for power at the expensive of his daughter. Sex is a major part of this book. If that turns you off or bothers you, this book isn’t for you. If blasphemy is a turn off, this book isn’t for you. There is a lot of sex in this novel, a lot of it with occult and satanistic tones. I want to stress that because of sex and sacrilegious images are something you can’t deal with, you aren’t going to be able to make it through this.
Devils Equinox is a well written, occult/ dark erotic novel. Its a quick read. Further fleshing out of the protagonist and antagonist would have been beneficial to the story, but if the things I touched on don’t bother you, I suspect that you will enjoy this book. I did have fun reading this, although at times it made me feel very uncomfortable. I think that fans of these types of books would enjoy it even more than I did.
mindysbookjourney's review against another edition
challenging
dark
tense
fast-paced
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Sexual violence, Murder, Torture, and Sexual content
niallbrennan's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
annarella's review against another edition
5.0
I suppose I was in the right mood when I read this book because I had a lot of fun in reading it.
It's quite far from those I usually read but this is an attractive mix of different themes and the writer makes the mix work.
It's very dark and creepy and perfect if you're in the mood for some good horror.
I appreciated the plot, the characters and the style of writing.
It's the first book I read by this author and won't be the last.
Highly recommended unless you're prude so I suppose this won't be your cup of tea.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
It's quite far from those I usually read but this is an attractive mix of different themes and the writer makes the mix work.
It's very dark and creepy and perfect if you're in the mood for some good horror.
I appreciated the plot, the characters and the style of writing.
It's the first book I read by this author and won't be the last.
Highly recommended unless you're prude so I suppose this won't be your cup of tea.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
wellwortharead's review against another edition
4.0
Be careful what you wish for. Not because you just might get it, but because you may not have the stomach to fork over the price of that wish being granted.
Austin is miserable in his marriage. Half the time his wife is giving him the silent treatment and the rest of the time he probably wishes she would instead of picking at everything he does. Who could blame him for spending more time at the bar since he dreads gong home?
When he meets Regina, a seductive stranger on one such night and tells her he wishes his wife would die, he doesn't really expect it to happen. When it does, his wildest nightmares could not have conjured the price he is expected to pay for this favor. Regina has friends in low places and Austin will have a hell of a time when they come to collect.
I received an advance copy for review.
Austin is miserable in his marriage. Half the time his wife is giving him the silent treatment and the rest of the time he probably wishes she would instead of picking at everything he does. Who could blame him for spending more time at the bar since he dreads gong home?
When he meets Regina, a seductive stranger on one such night and tells her he wishes his wife would die, he doesn't really expect it to happen. When it does, his wildest nightmares could not have conjured the price he is expected to pay for this favor. Regina has friends in low places and Austin will have a hell of a time when they come to collect.
I received an advance copy for review.
jeanne25's review against another edition
2.0
So I went back and read the blurb on this to see if possibly I misread it when I requested it. I didn't.
The positives - the writing was ok. The author had some nice passages that left a distinct visual. I liked the last paragraph of the book. along with the imagery when Angie first reappears. Babies - we all love babies, Right?!
The negatives - I started to get intrigued thinking that the author was going to maybe explore the seven deadly sins when we were introduced to the food room in the Equinox. Unfortunately, that didn't pan out. I didn't like any character (maybe the baby). I guess I wasn't expecting soft erotic horror. If you are going there - go all the way or not at all. The "twist" - if you have seen a horror movie or read a horror book then you saw this one coming a mile away. I know there is an audience for this book out there. It didn't do it for me. Several times I almost shoved it into my DNF pile but I feel obligated to see ARC novels to the finish. This didn't get better and I found myself rushing to just get through this. I think maybe this story would make a decent low budget horror flick and would take less time than reading it.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
The positives - the writing was ok. The author had some nice passages that left a distinct visual. I liked the last paragraph of the book. along with the imagery when Angie first reappears. Babies - we all love babies, Right?!
The negatives - I started to get intrigued thinking that the author was going to maybe explore the seven deadly sins when we were introduced to the food room in the Equinox. Unfortunately, that didn't pan out. I didn't like any character (maybe the baby). I guess I wasn't expecting soft erotic horror. If you are going there - go all the way or not at all. The "twist" - if you have seen a horror movie or read a horror book then you saw this one coming a mile away. I know there is an audience for this book out there. It didn't do it for me. Several times I almost shoved it into my DNF pile but I feel obligated to see ARC novels to the finish. This didn't get better and I found myself rushing to just get through this. I think maybe this story would make a decent low budget horror flick and would take less time than reading it.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
plumreads__s's review against another edition
3.0
Bloody hell (pun intended)
Time to digest and then review to come on www.scifiandscary.com
Time to digest and then review to come on www.scifiandscary.com