Holiday Spirit 2: Destroy All Monsters

Holiday Spirit 2: Destroy All Monsters

It seemed like just yesterday… The Holidays ticked away the calendar pages as another number scrolled past the lifespan odometer. The residents of Killington, Vermont sure could use a palate cleanser from last years’ excitement. Maybe a European trip abroad. If only they knew. With anticipation, the sequel to last year’s award winning gothic fantasy romance novel Holiday Spirit, has finally arrived. Join our favorite antiheroes Count Dracula, the werewolf Aoife, Saul Frankenstein, and Dr. Ralph Ellison, aka the Invisible man, as they continue their nail biting adventures through the streets of Paris and London. With a new array of villains and surprises, the action continues as the epic story unfolds. In the midst of chaos and fighting for survival, can even monsters find true happiness in the City of Love? Yet again, the revolutionary artist Bill Sienkiewicz has taken on the task of creating another unique illustration for the sequel. His legendary stylized art using abstraction, watercolor, photorealism and collage is the perfect complement to represent the heartfelt narrative within. Lock the doors. Sit by the fire and nestle in with a good book for a little holiday escape. But beware. You may never get back. Holiday Spirit 2: Destroy All Monsters! Available now. Five Stars! Holiday Spirit Book Two: Destroy All Monsters by John DeGuire reimagines classic literary monsters in a thrilling adventure that defies genre expectations. Set in the atmospheric cities of Paris and London, the novel brings together an unlikely group of gothic antiheroes - Count Dracula, Aoife the werewolf, Saul Frankenstein, and Dr. Ellison - as they confront new challenges that test their understanding of redemption and purpose. DeGuire crafts a narrative that blends horror, adventure, and dark humor, creating a unique exploration of monsters who are far more complex than their traditional representations. The story goes beyond simple monster tropes, offering a nuanced examination of identity, belonging, and the ongoing struggle between darkness and the potential for transformation. Through intricate storytelling, DeGuire creates a world that challenges readers' preconceptions about classic monster narratives. Author John DeGuire has an innovative and deeply compelling approach to storytelling that breathes new life into classic monster archetypes. As a huge fan of traditional horror and gothic monsters, I was captivated by his ability to set this novel apart from existing narratives, with the European setting bringing so much detail and flavor. The rich atmospheric qualities of DeGuire's writing enhance the gothic tone and bring new emotional moods to the characters' individual journeys, while also offering an interesting clash between intense horror and moments of unexpected levity. DeGuire creates a witty, slick narrative that is simultaneously thrilling and emotionally engaging, with cinematic action sequences and underlying character development that keeps readers deeply invested in the monsters' personal struggles and potential for redemption. Overall, I recommend Holiday Spirit Book Two: Destroy All Monsters as a groundbreaking and uniquely imaginative exploration of monster mythology. - -K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite FIVE STARS! Destroy All Monsters by John DeGuire is the second entry in the Holiday Spirit series. It is a gripping sequel to the fantasy romance Holiday Spirit, which sweeps readers into an enthralling supernatural journey. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of Killington, Vermont, and extending through iconic cities like Paris and London, this horror saga deftly merges suspense with a touch of romance. This story introduces nuanced and tautly sculpted characters like Count Dracula, Aoife the werewolf, Saul Frankenstein, and Dr. Ralph Ellison, better known as the Invisible Man. Readers are pulled into the web of their problematic existences as each character battles their unique demons. These characters are trapped in their natures, each seeking redemption, with villains in the tale that take readers in unexpected directions. The characters are familiar antiheroes that John DeGuire has recreated with unique psyches and troubles, immersing them in richly created settings and putting them into situations that test them in more than one way. The prose is gorgeous, and the author infuses the writing with captivating descriptions and engaging dialogues. The pacing is fast, and readers are pulled forward by the suspense — always wanting to know what happens next. The story features action-packed scenes, moral dilemmas, and twists that readers won't see coming. I was drawn in by the sharp humor and the author's ability to portray monstrous characters with humanity. The illustration by Bill Sienkiewicz make the story even more enticing. Destroy All Monsters is a mesmerizing novel packed with adventure and humor that reads well as a standalone. --Ruffina Oserio for Readers' Favorite FIVE STA