A review by livinliterary
Devils Kill Devils by Johnny Compton

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

The story unfolds through multiple points of view, which works well in maintaining different perspectives on the chaos. It starts off with a bang—an exciting, gripping beginning that pulled me in right away. But then, just as quickly, it lost its hold on me. I can't pinpoint exactly why, but the sudden shift in direction felt jarring, almost as if someone swapped books on me mid-listened.

That being said, there's still plenty to appreciate. The book is bloody, violent, and deeply unsettling, and for those who enjoy that kind of intensity, it will likely be an engaging read. However, it didn’t live up to what it could have been, and I found myself less engrossed than I had hoped. Still, I think it’s worth giving a try—especially for readers who enjoy thrillers with a dark, philosophical edge.