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Hallowed
As Halloween approaches, a mysterious girl named Claudia returns to the small town of Haven, Texas. Paul Graves, a childhood friend, discovers the way to her dark heart is through a lunchtime investigation of a series of local murders. Their research soon leads them to the discovery that Paul’s father, a former sheriff, and his uncle, a local priest, have a thirty-five-year-old connection to the serial killer. But when the killer targets Claudia and his family, Paul must overcome his own limitations to confront an ancient evil that spans generations.
In the grand tradition of Ray Bradbury and Stephen King, HALLOWED tells the story of a young man’s journey to adulthood and his ultimate confrontation with good and evil, life and death, love and sacrifice--a terrifying carnival ride with candy at the end.
In the grand tradition of Ray Bradbury and Stephen King, HALLOWED tells the story of a young man’s journey to adulthood and his ultimate confrontation with good and evil, life and death, love and sacrifice--a terrifying carnival ride with candy at the end.
489 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 1, 2012
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Bryant Delafosse
5 books14 followersAuthor/Screenwriter Bryant Delafosse is a native of Southeast Texas, graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, and currently lives in SoCal.
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April 11, 2015
Damn great story, would've been 5 stars if the editing wasn't so lax. Spell check is not without flaws.
There were numerous typos. In some instances the incorrect words were used all together, such as; welding instead of wielding and completed in place of completely. These were not just typos as they occur more than once.
That being said, the story was a fun read with likeable characters, and detailed imagery. I would certainly read a sequel about these people.
There were numerous typos. In some instances the incorrect words were used all together, such as; welding instead of wielding and completed in place of completely. These were not just typos as they occur more than once.
That being said, the story was a fun read with likeable characters, and detailed imagery. I would certainly read a sequel about these people.
April 21, 2013
I had a little trouble getting into this book at first. However, once I did it progressed nicely.
I would classify Hallowed as YA Paranormal Fiction, but I say this mostly because the two main characters are teenagers. Other than that, this book should appeal to adults as well.
Paul Graves is a likeable kid who lives in a small Texas town where not much happens. When a former childhood friend, Claudia (a Goth loner with some issues), moves back to town, Paul becomes her only friend. Soon after, a string of murders disrupts their sleepy town of Haven and Claudia begins tutoring Paul on the traits and techniques of the average serial killer. What starts out as a way to pass the time quickly becomes an activity that puts both Paul and Claudia in the crosshairs of a deranged killer.
Author, Bryant Delafosse, manages to weave a few subplots within the story, which adds to the mix nicely and eventually ties things together. He also does a nice job of explaining some factual bits of some common and not so common religious practices, rituals and traditions. It was refreshing to read about Wicca, Spirituality and other Earth-based religions in a positive light for a change. The dialogue was believable, unlike some of the other YA novels I’ve read. Not once did I think, "a teenager would never say or do that".
I enjoyed this book and I wanted to give it five stars, but just couldn’t. There were several typos, which I found a little jarring. The ending went on longer than I thought was necessary, but I still honestly feel it earned the four star rating. I could see Hallowed becoming a movie (even if only as a made for television movie), as it certainly had more substance than many of the paranormal and suspense-style movies being made today. I would definitely recommend Hallowed to readers interested in paranormal mysteries.
I would classify Hallowed as YA Paranormal Fiction, but I say this mostly because the two main characters are teenagers. Other than that, this book should appeal to adults as well.
Paul Graves is a likeable kid who lives in a small Texas town where not much happens. When a former childhood friend, Claudia (a Goth loner with some issues), moves back to town, Paul becomes her only friend. Soon after, a string of murders disrupts their sleepy town of Haven and Claudia begins tutoring Paul on the traits and techniques of the average serial killer. What starts out as a way to pass the time quickly becomes an activity that puts both Paul and Claudia in the crosshairs of a deranged killer.
Author, Bryant Delafosse, manages to weave a few subplots within the story, which adds to the mix nicely and eventually ties things together. He also does a nice job of explaining some factual bits of some common and not so common religious practices, rituals and traditions. It was refreshing to read about Wicca, Spirituality and other Earth-based religions in a positive light for a change. The dialogue was believable, unlike some of the other YA novels I’ve read. Not once did I think, "a teenager would never say or do that".
I enjoyed this book and I wanted to give it five stars, but just couldn’t. There were several typos, which I found a little jarring. The ending went on longer than I thought was necessary, but I still honestly feel it earned the four star rating. I could see Hallowed becoming a movie (even if only as a made for television movie), as it certainly had more substance than many of the paranormal and suspense-style movies being made today. I would definitely recommend Hallowed to readers interested in paranormal mysteries.
February 25, 2015
A mysterious girl name Claudia returns to her home town of Haven, Texas. Paul Graves was a childhood friend of hers. Claudia is hooked on trying to solve some of the local murders that have taken place. Claudia ropes Paul into to helping her with research of each case. Many times Paul's opinion is different from Claudia's. Once the story get going everything falls into place nicely. Paul is having horrific nightmares but refuses to tell Claudia about them. With Halloween fast approaching, it is likely that more murders will take place. The killer has targeted the families of Paul and Claudia. What kind of connection do these two families have with this evil person? Paul must overcome his fears to destroy this evil that lies in the small town of Haven. This is a supernatural tale with plenty of haunting moments. The main characters are well developed and this makes the story work. Bryant Delafosse weaves a tale of horror and suspense.
October 7, 2014
Interesting paranormal mystery
it took me awhile to read this I was jumping from this to other books and coming back.
I like the paranormal mystery part. Paul a teenage boy in Texas astral projecting to a house where a lot of murders , kidnapping..etc happen.
his father being a ex cop is helping on the case when a girl he saved yrs ago comes to town to warn him his family is in danger. then it gets a bit more interesting.
Paul and Claudia his best friend a goth girl he grew up with who moved away and moves back teaches him pretty much serial killer 101. he's having the what he thinks are dreams u til real injuries from the dreams manifest into his waking upon the dreams.
it's a very drawn out read that could use some error fixing and easily could be broken down to a shorter book with the same information getting across to its readers.
but for being YA I think only cause teenagers are really the main characters but theirs adults also. it's a good adult read as well as YA.
I recommend it. it really is a good paranormal mystery.
it took me awhile to read this I was jumping from this to other books and coming back.
I like the paranormal mystery part. Paul a teenage boy in Texas astral projecting to a house where a lot of murders , kidnapping..etc happen.
his father being a ex cop is helping on the case when a girl he saved yrs ago comes to town to warn him his family is in danger. then it gets a bit more interesting.
Paul and Claudia his best friend a goth girl he grew up with who moved away and moves back teaches him pretty much serial killer 101. he's having the what he thinks are dreams u til real injuries from the dreams manifest into his waking upon the dreams.
it's a very drawn out read that could use some error fixing and easily could be broken down to a shorter book with the same information getting across to its readers.
but for being YA I think only cause teenagers are really the main characters but theirs adults also. it's a good adult read as well as YA.
I recommend it. it really is a good paranormal mystery.
September 23, 2013
This is a great story, with well developed characters and nice pacing. I'd categorize it more as a suspenseful mystery, as opposed to true horror. I deducted a star because of poor editing and misuse of words. The errors aren't numerous enough for me not to reccommend the book, but they do occasionally detract from the flow.
February 12, 2014
The story is set in Central Texas an involved the paranormal. What's not to like? This is a great story, told by a boy in high school. High School is difficult enough without having to deal with demons.
February 13, 2015
this was a good read. i felt like there was a lot of buildup and back story but then decided that it was necessary. things shifted in a few unexpected places, but i found them plausible and well writren.
September 11, 2013
Took me a while to get into it, but it's a really good book when it gets going.
March 17, 2014
Definitely not what I thought it would be. It, as a very good read. Didn't want to put it down.
January 14, 2021
Really good read
This was a great book. I really had a hard time putting it down. The Author did a remarkable job on describing what was happening and believe me what was happening will keep you on the edge of your chair with your back against the wall. I still had to look behind me on occasion just to be sure....
This was a great book. I really had a hard time putting it down. The Author did a remarkable job on describing what was happening and believe me what was happening will keep you on the edge of your chair with your back against the wall. I still had to look behind me on occasion just to be sure....
August 18, 2025
This book was sooooo long to me. It started picking up more around 30 percent in and around halfway through the book really picked up. Decent ending.
November 22, 2015
A great Halloween story.
You have to love the concept. A couple of teenagers falling in love, a serial killer of unknown identity and a teenager possessed by evil. Will the good guys win?
You have to love the concept. A couple of teenagers falling in love, a serial killer of unknown identity and a teenager possessed by evil. Will the good guys win?
January 6, 2013
it was okay.
September 26, 2015
Suspeneful
Excellent book The more into it you get the better it becomes. Will want to read this author again. Very good story line that keeps your interest.
Excellent book The more into it you get the better it becomes. Will want to read this author again. Very good story line that keeps your interest.
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