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Blood of the Sixth

K.R. Rowe (Goodreads Author)

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In the quaint Southern town of Port Bella Rosa, something sinister lurks beneath the cobblestones. When hunger stirs a centuries-old evil, a demon awakens, releasing its hunters in search of prey. Jackals swarm from the mist, seeking out quarry, sating their master with offerings of human flesh. Allie Kent catches a glimpse of the first victim: a corpse with its organs, mu ...more

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Oct 18, 2016 Teri rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I've been a horror fan since third grade when I read my first 'age appropriate' horror book - then moved on to Stephen King and others soon after, craving more than the 'appropriate' books could provide. Blood of the Sixth is most definitely a horror novel with some cringe-worthy moments - but if you're not a fan of the genre, don't let that keep you from giving this a try, because there's also a sweet romance between some intriguing characters.

Whether it's an eerie, haunting scene guaranteed to ...more

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Oct 15, 2016 Jon Cardwell rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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“Dark, cold and hard on the nose; sounds a lot like my ex-wife.” —Detective Rush, Blood of the Sixth, Chapter 5

To a disinterested third party like Detective Rush, Allie, the main character in Blood of the Sixth, might seem cold and aloof, but to Phillip Chambers, there was more to Allie than the detective’s flippant observation.

K. R. Rowe presents her story with a tempo and cadence which reminds me of a shooting script for a film (albeit, there was much more dialogue than you would see in a movi ...more

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Oct 12, 2016 Sage Adderley-Knox rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I can read horror novels all day. I absolutely love them. This was a quick read that packed a suspenseful punch. I think my favorite character was Detective Phillip Chambers. He isn't your typical macho cop character - thank you for that, K.R. Rowe! He was an emotional guy who fell for a quirky girl, Allie. Allie is in the middle of some weird paranormal stuff.

This story had the ideal blend of horror, thrills, gore, and wit. I loved the spooky spellwork and enjoyed the dark humor of the scary o ...more

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Oct 15, 2016 P.K. Vandcast rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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"The air thickened with the scent of dust, but the clear night sky held no hint of debris. He took a few whiffs, attempting to identify the odor. The smell was distinct, not sharp or pungent, containing something more than dust: a bouquet of death— old death. Tim coughed, trying to clear the stench from his throat but the odor only intensified." Chapter 2, "The Run"

While the insidious evil lurking in the streets of Port Bella Rosa, Louisiana sucks the life from its victims, author Rowe draws us ...more

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Oct 17, 2016 Jessica Bronder rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

An ancient demon has awakened and is starting to kill humans. Allie Kent has her own demons to deal with but stumbles upon the first body. Detective Phillip Chambers is investigating the deaths but soon realizes that the killer is not human. Phillip is trying to protect Allie but she is going to have to go to battle herself to stop the demon.

This is a great story filled with lots of action and a great bad guy. Allie is kind of off from most people but that is what makes her special, I could help ...more

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Oct 10, 2016 Phil Price rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

I purchased this book after spotting the snappy cover online. It tells a story of an ancient evil, consuming humans in the vibrant town of Port Bella Rosa. A young woman becomes embroiled in the hideous goings on, which threatens to engulf her.
This is not a long book. Nor is it too short. The length was perfect for me. What the book does, is pack one hell of a punch. The author paints a wonderful picture of the surroundings, giving it an almost Mardi Gras feel. But when the sun goes down it bec ...more

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Jan 04, 2017 nora m malotte rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Blood of the Sixth

This Supernatural thriller is intriguing, in that you never believe ghosts you certainly don't believe in DEAD GHOSTS. The dead co back with help from an old crone hopeing to bring back the love of her life. But sh is over 10 years old now. Can she do t or is she killing innocent people for nothing. You will enjoy this scary plot and start watching Shadows. I Recommend. ...more

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Oct 23, 2016 Olga Miret rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

A gothic Southern tale that will scare and delight I write this review as a member of Rosie’s Books Review Team and I was provided with an ARC copy of the book.
I enjoy horror books (and movies) although I don’t read exclusively in that genre. I must admit that perhaps I’m more lenient with horror books than I’d be with others. If they manage to scare me, I’m usually happy. As happens with comedy, where it’s very difficult to make people laugh, it’s not that easy to scare people (or at least peop A gothic Southern tale that will scare and delight I write this review as a member of Rosie’s Books Review Team and I was provided with an ARC copy of the book.
I enjoy horror books (and movies) although I don’t read exclusively in that genre. I must admit that perhaps I’m more lenient with horror books than I’d be with others. If they manage to scare me, I’m usually happy. As happens with comedy, where it’s very difficult to make people laugh, it’s not that easy to scare people (or at least people who enjoy being scared. I know people who wouldn’t read horror or watch movies). If the book can scare me, the story is good and the characters are solid and interesting, we have a winner.
And, we have a winner! As I mention above I am reviewing this book as a member of Rosie’s Books Review Team, and I noticed it in the catalogue of books available a while back, but I had so many other books to read that I didn’t dare to take it on. And there it was, teasing me. Eventually, I had to read it.
The story, told in the third person, alternating between the points of view of Allie Kent, the main protagonist of the story, and some of the other characters, including Phillip Chambers, a detective who falls for her from the very beginning.
The opening of the novel (and as I said I’ve read a few in the genre) is very strong. I won’t mention anything, although I dare you to check the beginning of the novel in the look inside feature. You’ll see what I mean.
The main characters have difficult and traumatic experiences behind (Allie’s we discover slowly, and they are much worse than we imagine), and Allie and Phillip cling to each other. But the bizarre crimes have also much history behind them, and soon the ghosts of the past become more vivid and alive than the present for Allie, causing all kinds of terrible things.
The crimes are not only gory and scary, beautifully (if you know what I mean) and eerily rendered but also relate to a tragic love story. The baddies… well, supernatural doesn’t quite cover it. If you’re or have ever been scared of the dark, you’ll jump at shadows after reading this.
The author cleverly creates a claustrophobic atmosphere, where Allie’s apartment, her building, and the neighbourhood become part of the story, giving it a gothic feel. I can honestly say that I felt as if the town was shrinking and only the areas where the crimes were committed existed.
As I mentioned above, the writing is superb, with excellent descriptions, not only of settings and of the gory details but also of the psychological experiences of the characters, that although written in the third person feel very close. The novel fits in well in the tradition of the Southern gothic novel, with complex family relationships, oppressive atmosphere and the weight of traditions.
So, here you have a pretty scary story, with sympathetic characters you care for, a well-developed and intriguing story, and a gothic atmosphere. There are many aspects of the story that readers of other genres would also enjoy, but I hesitate to recommend it to people who don’t enjoy horror, because… well, it’s horrific and more. I’m looking forward to exploring more of the author’s novels and I strongly recommend it.
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Feb 14, 2017 Dylan rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

In the quaint Southern town of Port Bella Rosa, something sinister lurks beneath the cobblestones. When hunger stirs a centuries-old evil, a demon awakens, releasing its hunters in search of prey. Jackals swarm from the mist, seeking out quarry, sating their master with offerings of human flesh. ~ From the book blurb.

From the opening chapter to the final death, Blood of the Sixth, by K. R. Rowe, is an absolute blast. Crafted on the foundations of a solid plot, gory deaths sprinkled with heartach ...more

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Jan 17, 2019 Lee Hall rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

A slow burning tale that twists into the deep shadowy darkness of the unexpected...

There's a lot going on under the surface of this story which sits within the realms of gritty urban horror, mystery and witchcraft. Blood of the Sixth has a complex interwoven plot which is delivered in a way that makes it an easy to follow read; something I imagine the author has worked tremendously hard to achieve. The whole layout of the book from short sharp chapter length, to characters all the way to genera ...more

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Dec 04, 2018 Daniel Stainback rated it liked it · review of another edition

Not bad. Nothing bothers me more than over describing things, but so much happened in this one area it could have used a little more world building. Also not to nitpick, but if you write about an action or the audience learns about something through a story told by a set of characters, you don't then turn around and have the characters explain it all over again to another character. ...more

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Nov 27, 2016 emily rated it it was amazing

Blood of the Sixth is so vivid! It was like being inside of the movie! The gore is so intense and as a horror fan, it was awesome! I felt like I was next to Allie as she kicked you know what. The book was seriously so detailed and in depth for only 150 pages or so. I love that, it makes shorter books so much more fun to read.

Nowadays I feel like you can't get a good horror book they're either too hopen ended or just too complex. So I love that this whole book was based on a demon-butt-kicker c ...more

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K. R. Rowe spent her childhood in Chattanooga, TN and still resides there today. Her father was born and raised near Tellico Plains, in the heart of Tennessee’s tract of the Appalachian Mountains. With her mother’s South Carolina heritage, her southern roots run deep. From a very young age, her overpowering love of the mountains continues to draw her to them. When not tied to her desk, her free ti ...more