Finding an exorcist in the modern age is no easy feat.
Evelyn Peters is eager to discover everything waiting for her in life, until a near-death experience leaves her feeling uneasy. As the days wear on, so does her patience, leading to unexplained bouts of violence. Strange dreams bring ominous premonitions of a winged demon feasting on her soul.
What's a girl to do about a possession when exorcisms have been discontinued in all but the most hidden of churches? Desperate for relief, Evelyn fills up the car, hits the highway, and takes a terrifying road trip with a demonic passenger.
EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS a dark, thrilling tale in the first book of the "Backseat Demons" series of horror/dark urban fantasy novels, from the author who brought you the multiple-award-winning "Lorestalker" series.
"A heart-warming, and heartfelt road trip to hell and back from one of the PNW's [Pacific NorthWest's] most prolific and talented horror authors. Barnett utilizes comedy, rapid-fire pacing, and in-depth characters to guide us through this narrative discussion on choice, freewill, love, and whether any of those concepts are truly what they seem." Clay Vermulm, Author of 'Crevasse' Host of the Fermented Fiction Podcast
"...a thrilling blend of horror, humor, free will, and fear. The fast-paced plot is packed with action that never stops until the final page. ...brilliantly crafted and captivating." Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Alma Boucher (5 STARS)
"...Once I started reading it, I could not put the book down. This was an amazing book, and I can't wait to read something else by J.P. Barnett." Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Frank Mutuma (5 STARS)
"...a thrilling and surprising read that provides a fresh perspective on demons and exorcism, challenging traditional narratives. ...a wonderful read, and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in supernatural dramas infused with character development, comedy, and emotional depth." Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Luwi Nyakansaila (5 STARS)
Barnett, J. P.: -
J.P. Barnett grew up in a tiny Texas town where the list of possible vocations failed to include published author. In second grade, he worked harder than any other student to deliver a story about a tiger cub who singlehandedly saved the U.S. Military, earning him a shiny gold star and a lifelong appreciation of telling a good story.
Fast forwarding through decades of schooling and a career as a software engineer, J.P. Barnett stepped away from it all to get back to his first real passion. Years of sitting at a keyboard gifted him with some benefit, though, including blazing fast typing hands and a full tank of creativity.
As a child, J.P. consumed any book he could get his hands on. The likes of Stephen King, Michael Crichton, and Dean Koontz paved the bookshelves of his childhood, providing a plethora of fantastical and terrifying tales that he read way too early in life. Though the effect these books had on his psyche could be called into question, these masters of storytelling managed to warp his mind in just the perfect way to spin a fun yarn or two.
J.P. currently resides in Seattle with his wife and hellion of a cat, both of whom look at him dubiously with some frequency.
