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Deadwood #12
Never Say Sever in Deadwood
All Violet Parker wants is a day off. Better yet, just a “normal” day. But things never go as planned, especially in Deadwood.
Someone - or rather something - broke into the local taxidermy shop and took bites out of the critter displays before racing off into the dark. But this is no random crime, and Violet knows it. With a bounty on her head and troublemakers zeroing in on her, she soon goes from being the hunter to the hunted.
“Burly muscled and rawhide tough don’t matter. Never tangle with a Scharfrichter!” - Violet Parker
Someone - or rather something - broke into the local taxidermy shop and took bites out of the critter displays before racing off into the dark. But this is no random crime, and Violet knows it. With a bounty on her head and troublemakers zeroing in on her, she soon goes from being the hunter to the hunted.
“Burly muscled and rawhide tough don’t matter. Never tangle with a Scharfrichter!” - Violet Parker
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First published June 26, 2021
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Ann Charles
66 books1,274 followersAnn Charles—Author
Nearly Departed in Deadwood, the 2010 Daphne du Maurier Award Winner and a 2011 RWA Golden Heart Award Winner.
*USA Today Best Selling Author,
*Amazon Top 100 Bestselling Author
*Barnes & Noble Top 100 Bestselling Author
*Winner Suspense Magazine Best of 2012, 2015. 2016
*Winner of Paranormal Grand Prize from Chanticleer Book Reviews and Media,
*Winner of Southern Writers Best Covers Contest
You'll laugh. You'll cringe. You'll want more.
Nearly Departed in Deadwood, the 2010 Daphne du Maurier Award Winner and a 2011 RWA Golden Heart Award Winner.
*USA Today Best Selling Author,
*Amazon Top 100 Bestselling Author
*Barnes & Noble Top 100 Bestselling Author
*Winner Suspense Magazine Best of 2012, 2015. 2016
*Winner of Paranormal Grand Prize from Chanticleer Book Reviews and Media,
*Winner of Southern Writers Best Covers Contest
You'll laugh. You'll cringe. You'll want more.
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July 13, 2021
Stellar! The best one yet.
I have loved every book in this series, but this one stands out for me. Ms Charles has a natural talent that very few share. Keep 'em coming, please!
I have loved every book in this series, but this one stands out for me. Ms Charles has a natural talent that very few share. Keep 'em coming, please!
January 30, 2022
4.5 Stars:)
July 13, 2021
Love this series
Violet and her gang of paranormal hunters get more wicked and funny with each story. I’ve adopted a few of her and Harvey’s catchphrases.
Violet and her gang of paranormal hunters get more wicked and funny with each story. I’ve adopted a few of her and Harvey’s catchphrases.
August 31, 2023
Thrills and chills abound in this latest addition to the terrifying (yet hilarious) Deadwood mystery series!
How many more crazy puzzles will Violet and her gang have to solve in order to stay alive? Stay tuned, there are more in every new book, and this one is the craziest yet!
Highly recommend!
How many more crazy puzzles will Violet and her gang have to solve in order to stay alive? Stay tuned, there are more in every new book, and this one is the craziest yet!
Highly recommend!
June 28, 2021
So much fun! Full of delicious creepiness, can't wait for the next one!
April 29, 2024
Never Say Severe in Deadwood is a book by author Ann Charles that tells the story of Violet Parker, an executioner of paranormal and ectoplasmic creatures and also a real estate agent in Deadwood, and with the help of Doc, her boyfriend and partner, Cooper, the stubborn detective, and Harvey, her bodyguard, they wish to hunt down the parasitic Nachzebrer and their bounty hunters. Will she be able to do so despite the forces that try to distract her from her goal?
This book is a fantasy paranormal novel filled with humor and friendly banter. Although it was really confusing at the start, it would have helped if one had read the book first, but with patience, you will learn to appreciate it. I love a book that is able to transport you into its world and make you a spectator on its best viewing platform, and that is what this book did with its well-described scenes, especially the violet way of talking. She is my favorite character; she has a tongue that can put old sailors to shame and a fierce personality that cannot be shot down, though she could melt in the presence of her boyfriend.
Although its language style seems unusual, it adds more spice to the book. I wish there was a translation for some of the foreign words used. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because of how well it transported to the book, and I recommend it to paranormal readers.
This book is a fantasy paranormal novel filled with humor and friendly banter. Although it was really confusing at the start, it would have helped if one had read the book first, but with patience, you will learn to appreciate it. I love a book that is able to transport you into its world and make you a spectator on its best viewing platform, and that is what this book did with its well-described scenes, especially the violet way of talking. She is my favorite character; she has a tongue that can put old sailors to shame and a fierce personality that cannot be shot down, though she could melt in the presence of her boyfriend.
Although its language style seems unusual, it adds more spice to the book. I wish there was a translation for some of the foreign words used. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because of how well it transported to the book, and I recommend it to paranormal readers.
July 13, 2021
There are some book that take days to read and others that you hate to put down. I have yet to read a book about Violet and Doc and the gang that I put down. I usually fall asleep reading because I am so involved with the story I do not want to stop. The characters are well developed and interesting and interactive with each other they are line real and not in a book.
Now these books keep getting better and better! The kids are up to new tricks which in this case involves a dog which they name Rooster. He is very important to the children and will be also to Violet. Plenty of action, mystery, romance and humor. Violet and Cooper will get a bit more involved in this book but then birthdays do get you busy. This is the type of party I would go to.
Masterson will have a few words to say and so will Prudence but Violet has the final words but she does listen to Doc a bit. The character Mr. Black shows up with a timekeeper who will become involved in the life of Violet and possibly her family. Time will tell but there will be some interesting things going on in the next book which I can’t wait read!
Now these books keep getting better and better! The kids are up to new tricks which in this case involves a dog which they name Rooster. He is very important to the children and will be also to Violet. Plenty of action, mystery, romance and humor. Violet and Cooper will get a bit more involved in this book but then birthdays do get you busy. This is the type of party I would go to.
Masterson will have a few words to say and so will Prudence but Violet has the final words but she does listen to Doc a bit. The character Mr. Black shows up with a timekeeper who will become involved in the life of Violet and possibly her family. Time will tell but there will be some interesting things going on in the next book which I can’t wait read!
August 1, 2021
This series has twisted around a lot from the early books I fell in love with. They are still pretty good, but so much paranormal to try and keep up with. And poor Violet, how many evil beings must she encounter who want to end her, and all in one day. Thank goodness for her cohorts who seem to be there to help pull her back from the brink of extinction. If you read this series, you might want to start taking notes when the paranormal stuff starts happening.
June 30, 2021
Wow! Ann Charles does it again, but of course she does!
The adventures of Violet and the gang sweep you along at a breakneck speed in the newest installment of the Deadwood series. It's fun, it's a bit scary, it's hilarious in spots - she coins more than a few new terms for the monthly visitor that every woman should know - and there are new monsters and allies.
The book is superbly written and difficult to put down. If you haven't started this series, why not?!
The adventures of Violet and the gang sweep you along at a breakneck speed in the newest installment of the Deadwood series. It's fun, it's a bit scary, it's hilarious in spots - she coins more than a few new terms for the monthly visitor that every woman should know - and there are new monsters and allies.
The book is superbly written and difficult to put down. If you haven't started this series, why not?!
March 7, 2022
Violet wants a normal day and hahahahahaha. Yeah. Her life is too weird and dangerous and complicated for normal anymore. Or maybe she just needs to recalibrate her definition of normal to include ghoulish beasties, the potential for ghosts at any given moment, weird interactions with allies, and otherworldly visits. Because all that stuff happens on the regular.
Now imagine all that stuff plus a party for her day job to celebrate the airing of an episode of Paranormal Realty. An episode in which Violet is showcased and...yeah, there's a lot going on in Violet's life. A lot.
On the upside, she and Doc are solid. Violet's also not butting heads with Cooper quite as much (probably because Natalie's keeping him bus-ay, if you know what I mean). And her kids are happy and healthy and trying their hardest to add a stray dog to the family.
A little danger (I kid, there's more than a little), a lot of unpleasant bodily fluids, a few cases of totally needed beheading, and more than a little French between Violet and Doc. Good.Stuff.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
Now imagine all that stuff plus a party for her day job to celebrate the airing of an episode of Paranormal Realty. An episode in which Violet is showcased and...yeah, there's a lot going on in Violet's life. A lot.
On the upside, she and Doc are solid. Violet's also not butting heads with Cooper quite as much (probably because Natalie's keeping him bus-ay, if you know what I mean). And her kids are happy and healthy and trying their hardest to add a stray dog to the family.
A little danger (I kid, there's more than a little), a lot of unpleasant bodily fluids, a few cases of totally needed beheading, and more than a little French between Violet and Doc. Good.Stuff.
-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal
July 1, 2022
Ahh Violet, up to your ghostly tricks! This book was as fast paced as the others. It was good to see Doc now firmly entrenched in the lives of Violet and the kids. Violet is becoming more accepting of her executioner role, though she is still a tad bit squeamish about making her kills. The secondary characters of Coop, Nat, Cornelius, Harvey, Prudence, Aunt Zoe, and Reed all make this book so much more. Their interplay with Violet, each other and the supernatural beings help to elevate the mysteries that keep befalling Violet and the gang. Onto Book 13 when it’s released.
December 31, 2024
Violet and crew are busy trying to get imp contained. Cooper’s birthday is spent at an Escape Room that just happens to be haunted; and vampire-like monsters are popping up everywhere in Deadwood. No good one-liners from Harvey but there’s always the next book….
May 3, 2022
If you like this kind of paranormal, you’ll love this book. The writing was good, and I like the characters.
July 25, 2021
Always too short
Absolutely love reading Ann Charles's novels. They keep me interested and laughing as I shiver! Violet is a single mom, realtor to and a monster killer in her spare time. Worth her merry band of friends and family she deals with whatever life throws at her, even when it comes from another realm. Fun, silly, and just scary enough to give you the willies. As usual, the story wasn't long enough!
Absolutely love reading Ann Charles's novels. They keep me interested and laughing as I shiver! Violet is a single mom, realtor to and a monster killer in her spare time. Worth her merry band of friends and family she deals with whatever life throws at her, even when it comes from another realm. Fun, silly, and just scary enough to give you the willies. As usual, the story wasn't long enough!
July 27, 2021
I have a love of all of the books in this series. Every single one of them makes me laugh and keeps me on my toes all throughout. I highly recommend them!
March 30, 2022
Violet, the #1 demon hunting realtor in Deadwood is being hunted by zombies.
July 18, 2021
The adventures of Violet Parker just keep getting better and better. I loved this story. There were plenty of ghoulies, beasties, murder and mayhem as well as chuckles, giggles and out and out belly laughs. Violet' s world is scary, crazy, absurd and, thanks to lover boy Doc, oh so steamy. You would think after 12 books the stories might start getting stale and repetitive but not in this series! Finally, a special nod to the author's brother, C. S. Kunkel, whose imaginative illustrations are peppered throughout the book. They are great and I never tire of them.
Ms. Charles - thank you for another spectacular read. Can't wait for the next one to hit the bookshelves.
Ms. Charles - thank you for another spectacular read. Can't wait for the next one to hit the bookshelves.
July 16, 2021
The story continues
Another fantastic book in the series. Continues with the story and is fun exciting and keeps us up to date with are friends. The bad thing was the bug being planted in ear. Thanks Ann we needed another thing to worry about. If these things should exist is nice to know that there is a group to help kill them and keep us safe. Its another great installment and lots of fun, romance, action, love and what's coming next. I guess this is going on till one of us dies probably me Great book. Must read!!
Another fantastic book in the series. Continues with the story and is fun exciting and keeps us up to date with are friends. The bad thing was the bug being planted in ear. Thanks Ann we needed another thing to worry about. If these things should exist is nice to know that there is a group to help kill them and keep us safe. Its another great installment and lots of fun, romance, action, love and what's coming next. I guess this is going on till one of us dies probably me Great book. Must read!!
July 21, 2021
Loved this book! This series continues to be one of my favorites and the newest installment did not disappoint! Violet, aka the Scharfrichter, returns with a bounty on her head and Nachzehrers on her trail. I love how Ann Charles continues to build on this character and series with each new book. Always leaves me wanting more and continue to re-read this series often! Highly recommend!!
July 20, 2021
A stellar entry in the series
Violet & with her usual friends for back up return in this book full of drinking, cussing, talking dirty (and sometimes doing something about that) & eating well to continue to save the world.
Violet & with her usual friends for back up return in this book full of drinking, cussing, talking dirty (and sometimes doing something about that) & eating well to continue to save the world.
July 19, 2021
Love this series! It keeps getting better and better as Violet dives into her scharfrichter duties. All the laughs and mystery that I’ve come to expect and love from Ann Charles. Never a dull moment for Violet!
July 19, 2021
“spooky”
Great read again from Ann Charles! Always another surprise around the next corner! Mystery, romance and a lot of laughs! That’s what to expect from her Deadwood Mystery books!
Great read again from Ann Charles! Always another surprise around the next corner! Mystery, romance and a lot of laughs! That’s what to expect from her Deadwood Mystery books!
July 18, 2021
This is one of the best paranormal series out there! I couldn’t put this book down and probably read it at times I shouldn’t have been reading. Actually I know I did! It was that good!! You won’t regret picking this book up.
July 13, 2021
Love, love, love!
Loved this one just as much! I miss this cast of characters while I wait for each book. I’ve enjoyed these books for years now and just can’t get enough. use them as gifts for others that I know will love them. Poor Violet though- she just can’t catch a break! Coop, and Harvey are probably my next favorite characters. But how can you not love Doc, Natalie, Corny and all the others? Well- except for Prudence! If you haven’t started this series- what are you waiting for? I use these books for stress relief. Anxiously waiting for the next one now…
Loved this one just as much! I miss this cast of characters while I wait for each book. I’ve enjoyed these books for years now and just can’t get enough. use them as gifts for others that I know will love them. Poor Violet though- she just can’t catch a break! Coop, and Harvey are probably my next favorite characters. But how can you not love Doc, Natalie, Corny and all the others? Well- except for Prudence! If you haven’t started this series- what are you waiting for? I use these books for stress relief. Anxiously waiting for the next one now…
July 15, 2021
I love how this story keeps escalating. One of my very favorite authors. I've read this series over and over.
July 12, 2021
These books are so good!
Anne Charles is one of my favorite authors. Her writing is so witty and funny. I literally sit down and finish her books in 2 days (one day if I didn't have these darn kids distracting me lol) These are humorous paranormal books with a hint of hot romance. Start this series and I guarantee you will be hooked!
Anne Charles is one of my favorite authors. Her writing is so witty and funny. I literally sit down and finish her books in 2 days (one day if I didn't have these darn kids distracting me lol) These are humorous paranormal books with a hint of hot romance. Start this series and I guarantee you will be hooked!
July 12, 2021
A very fun read
Holy cow was this story stocked up with some great crazy fun reading!!
I just love how Ann Writes she makes it so much fun to read all the craziness that is Violets world with her cast of misfits…LOL
Don’t stop writing Ann these are great books !!
Holy cow was this story stocked up with some great crazy fun reading!!
I just love how Ann Writes she makes it so much fun to read all the craziness that is Violets world with her cast of misfits…LOL
Don’t stop writing Ann these are great books !!
July 8, 2021
Darn, the Black Hills are busy, even in the dead of winter! There are new monsters out there, hunting Violet. One of them tore up the taxidermist's shop, much to everyone's bemusement. Violet has extra homework now, getting rid of them. Fortunately for her she has great backup with her circle of friends and family. One of the highlights of this book is a drunk Cooper trying to navigate a haunted jailhouse escape room as part of his surprise birthday party. So much adventure and fun in this book! I should smile.
August 23, 2021
I loved this series and still like it but this book seemed a bit of a rehash. Zoe still ‘hates’ Reid. Cooper still makes wiggly eyebrows at Natalie and bashes Violet while Doc just seems to take care of everyone. There is too much swearing that does not move the story but just makes the book adults only when young teenagers would enjoy reading it. I am not against adult language or behavior but it needs to be part of the story and not just an add on. Glad to see Violet is finally keeping her eyes open. Anyway, I’ll keep reading the series but it could stand a booster of some sort but keep all the characters because they are what make the book special. Still had laugh out loud places and you could almost see Violet in her zombie attire.
July 11, 2021
My kind of friends
Fun book. I love all the characters and wish I had friends like them. I enjoy every moment with them.
Fun book. I love all the characters and wish I had friends like them. I enjoy every moment with them.
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