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Krewe of Hunters #38.5

Descend to Darkness

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From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Heather Graham comes a new story in her Krewe of Hunters series…

Angela Hawkins Crow awakens to find herself in total darkness. Despite her years as a Krewe agent, she is first seized with panic, but her life and her training kick in. She knows that she must stay calm and go back in her mind to find out how she got where she is…and where she might be.

Meanwhile, an eerie phone call comes in at Krewe headquarters, warning them all that Angela has been kidnapped, describing her ordeal, and lamenting the fact that she can't be saved.

But there is no such thing with the Krewe. In the dark and in the light, the fight is on.

Angela determines that she might know what has happened to her, and she is prepared when her kidnapper can't resist the temptation to check in on her.

By following his wife's expertise with research, Jackson discovers what just might be happening—and in the darkness of night and the silence of the graveyard, he'll risk everything to find the woman he loves.

**Every 1001 Dark Nights novella is a standalone story. For new readers, it’s an introduction to an author’s world. And for fans, it’s a bonus book in the author’s series. We hope you'll enjoy each one as much as we do.**

133 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 11, 2022

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Heather Graham

594 books7,005 followers
Also published as Heather Graham Pozzessere and Shannon Drake.

New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Heather Graham majored in theater arts at the University of South Florida. After a stint of several years in dinner theater, back-up vocals, and bartending, she stayed home after the birth of her third child and began to write, working on short horror stories and romances. After some trial and error, she sold her first book, WHEN NEXT WE LOVE, in 1982 and since then, she has written over one hundred novels and novellas including category, romantic suspense, historical romance, vampire fiction, time travel, occult, and Christmas holiday fare. She wrote the launch books for the Dell's Ecstasy Supreme line, Silhouette's Shadows, and for Harlequin's mainstream fiction imprint, Mira Books.

Heather was a founding member of the Florida Romance Writers chapter of RWA and, since 1999, has hosted the Romantic Times Vampire Ball, with all revenues going directly to children's charity.

She is pleased to have been published in approximately twenty languages, and to have been honored with awards frorn Waldenbooks. B. Dalton, Georgia Romance Writers, Affaire de Coeur, Romantic Times, and more. She has had books selected for the Doubleday Book Club and the Literary Guild, and has been quoted, interviewed, or featured in such publications as The Nation, Redbook, People, and USA Today and appeared on many newscasts including local television and Entertainment Tonight.

Heather loves travel and anything have to do with the water, and is a certitified scuba diver. Married since high school graduation and the mother of five, her greatest love in life remains her family, but she also believes her career has been an incredible gift, and she is grateful every day to be doing something that she loves so very much for a living.

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577 reviews42 followers
October 14, 2022
📖 𝕖𝔸ℝℂ ℝ𝕖𝕧𝕚𝕖𝕨 📖

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𝙏𝙞𝙩𝙡𝙚: 𝘋𝘦𝘴𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴: 𝘈 𝘒𝘳𝘦𝘸𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘏𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘕𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢
𝙎𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨: 𝘒𝘳𝘦𝘸𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘏𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 #38.5
𝘼𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙧: 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘩𝘢𝘮
𝙂𝙚𝙣𝙧𝙚: 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦
𝙋𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙨: 156
𝙊𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙡𝙡: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
𝙎𝙤𝙣𝙜: 𝘌𝘭𝘭𝘢 𝘍𝘪𝘵𝘻𝘨𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘥 - 𝘋𝘰 𝘐 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶?

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*** Thank you to the author @heathergrahamauthor and @socialbutterfly_pr for giving me a change to read this book.***


__________💭𝚃𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚜💭___________


“𝘚𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴, 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘸𝘦’𝘳𝘦 𝘨𝘪𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘥. 𝘖𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘸𝘦’𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘥, 𝘣𝘶𝘵... 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭, 𝘐 𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸."


𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩:
✔️ Badass FMC
✔️ Murder mystery
✔️ Ghosts
✔️ Halloween Vibes
✔️ Action packed
✔️ Agent vibes with secret gifts


𝘿𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝘿𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 is a novella set around Halloween. In this novella we follow Angela and Jackson, a wife and husband, who happen to be working together on solving cases. In this story Angela and Jackson are working on solving a series of murders, with the help of their ghostly companions who are eager to help.

“𝘐 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘩𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢 𝘣𝘪𝘵 𝘰𝘧𝘧.”

This was actualy the first book I read by this author and the first book I read in this series. It pulled me in from page one and I will for sure be going back and reading all the other books. There is quite a few of them to go thru, but I am excited to read them because I need more of Angela and Jackson. This was, in my opinion, a perfect little window inside this series that shows you what you can expect of it.

Overall, I recommend this book to all of my murder mystery, ghost, suspense and action book lovers.
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1,750 reviews9 followers
October 11, 2022
It's Halloween again and the Krewe always seems to have something extra spooky going on at this time. This year is no exception as Jackson and Angela are trying to track down a possible serial killer who is hiding their victims in a mausoleum. There's so many twists and turns and possible suspects, it could be anyone. Luckily, they always have a little ghostly help with their investigations. Which will come in handy when Angela is kidnapped. Jackson and his Krewe will have to work fast to find Angela before she becomes the killers next victim.

I love the Krewe of Hunters series so much! The books are always fun and interesting and a little spooky. This book is a novella in the 1001 Dark Nights series/line. It's a full mystery, just shorter in length. A perfect lunch-time read.

Many thanks to Social Butterfly PR, 1001 Dark Nights, and the author for an advance copy of this book. My thoughts and opinions are my own and without bias or favor or expectation.
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2,080 reviews26 followers
October 11, 2022
This is a novella set around Halloween, we follow Angela and Jackson who are one of my favorite couples in this series!

Angela and Jackson are working to solve a series of murders, with the help of their ghostly companions who are eager to help and have someone living to talk to, they are on their way to solving this mystery. Hopefully, before Halloween so they can take their kids trick-or-treating.

There are a lot of twists and turns in such a short book, and it kept me guessing. Angela doesn't actually end up kidnapped until almost the end of the book, so there is a lot of build-up wondering when that's going to happen, who did it, and how Jackson will find her.

I really enjoyed this installment in this series and can't wait to read the rest!
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2,312 reviews62 followers
October 12, 2022
Descend to Darkness is another wonderful novella in the Krewe of Hunters series. It's close to Halloween and Angela Hawkins Crowe is in a dark, lonely space and she must think back and figure out what led her to this space. And will she found, or escape, in time?

Descend to Darkness is a suspenseful and action-packed story. The length of the novella was short enough to be read in minimal time, yet long enough to provide character development and allow a newbie to get a taste of the series. I enjoyed the author's writing style and world-building. I was able to visualize everything scene like I was there. Angela and Jackson are likable characters. Both are competent, strong, and capable investigators. The story was engaging and I enjoyed every minute.
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905 reviews4 followers
May 6, 2025
It’s been a while since I’ve gotten to read about Angela and Jackson so this was a pleasant read. Now married with two children, Angela is on a case of Halloween murder when three bodies are found in a cemetery where they shouldn’t be. This leads the Krewe down a path that leads them to a drug ring. Someone is using old secret tunnels to smuggle drugs all around town and they’ve set their sights on Angela specifically. Thank goodness they didn’t actually burry her alive but hid her somewhere underground. It was so funny to read about her walking up to the group and the killer alive, and well.
I was more happy to read about Angela and Jackson living their lives with their children. They also solved the mystery in time to spend Halloween with their children in a fun way. The way it should be when you have children.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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2,254 reviews15 followers
October 8, 2022
It’s Halloween and that time of the year when ghosts, ghouls, imps and the odd homicidal axe murderer appears to terrorise the innocent or in this instance for Heather Graham to release a novella set in the Krewe of Hunters series and featuring favourite characters Jackson and Angela. What more could you want especially coming up to Halloween than a short mystery complete with ghosts, murder and haunted cemeteries.

This was a fantastic quick read that hits just the right spot. If you haven’t read any the Krewe books before then Descend To Darkness is a great introduction and if you have then enjoy catching up with some old friends.
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Author 1 book39 followers
October 30, 2022
This short novella includes Krewe of Hunters veterans Jackson Crow and his wife Angela, both FBI agents in a special task force where the members are sensitive to ghosts and often rely on them as "confidential informants ".

This story is short on words but doesn't skimp on a plot that includes murder victims displayed in a macabre scene inside a tomb, a timid eyewitness with something to hide, and a reporter that may or may not be helpful to the case.

While veteran readers of the series will appreciate the continuing saga of the Krewe, newcomers will still enjoy a thrilling stand alone story with a definite plot twist at the end; which is why I feel it deserves 5 stars.
1,411 reviews13 followers
November 9, 2022
A really great scary Halloween ghostly mystery!

Loved the story line and the characters! I'm so proud of myself, though. I figured out one of the suspects before the suspect reveal. I figured out the main one and when it got close to the end with the reveal I said "I knew it!". Heather Graham is definitely one of my top 5 favorite authors. When I started reading the Key West ghostly trilogy I knew I was hooked on her books. The ghost in that trilogy was a pirate and I believe his name was Bartholomew. Anyway, this was a fantastic short ghostly mystery. I love her books because she also blends in historical elements into her stories. Phenomenal author!!!
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3,468 reviews10 followers
November 28, 2022
Halloween Fright

Any story with Angela and Jackson gets my two thumbs up immediately. Halloween is back and so is another short story geared to that theme. Angela is the focus here and the graveyard is the backdrop. The finding of the bodies was gruesome and the unveiling of the connections intriguing. Lots of personal touches with both sets of triplets, their spouses, the dogs and of course Mary who is the best aunt and babysitter of the Krewe. Great amount of action and case solving while talking about Krewe and their professional/personal relationships especially since this is a short story!!
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386 reviews
May 23, 2024
As for now, this will be the last novel/novella I'll read of this series. I haven't seen anything else released yet. And with Angela and Jackson as the main characters in this novella, I wonder if this is closing this series - start with them and end with them.

Another inconsistency: this novel mentions “Philip Law” but in the previous novels his name is “Patrick Law” - this is eventually corrected in this novella

Overall, a bit of a "meh" feeling; intriguing, certainly!

3 out of 5 stars
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3 reviews1 follower
January 12, 2023
Book was okay

The story line was okay while not as good as most of the Krewe books it was a quick but enjoyable read. I'm only giving 2 stars as a character mentioned was named Patrick in a previous book where he was one of the main characters. In this book they call him Phillip for close to the first half then changed it back to Patrick which as a big fan was really hard for me to get past to finish the book.
847 reviews2 followers
October 12, 2022
Brilliant!!! Just Brilliant!!!

Heather Graham has brown me away with this book! This book gave me all the feels what a great Halloween treat!

This book was so different from other romances! I loved the storyline and character development!

I absolutely LOVED this book! What a great angst filled book!

No spoilers with my review! This is a must read for 2022!

Well done!
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324 reviews2 followers
October 17, 2022
The Krew delves into a new mystery

In this stand-alone novella, you can enjoy the story even if you haven’t read the 38 Krew books. Angela and Jackson are trying to figure out why there are recent bodies showing up in an ancient crypt. An excellent mystery that involves many characters that we know from past books.
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2,254 reviews15 followers
October 8, 2022
It’s Halloween and that time of the year when ghosts, ghouls, imps and the odd homicidal axe murderer appears to terrorise the innocent or in this instance for Heather Graham to release a novella set in the Krewe of Hunters series and featuring favourite characters Jackson and Angela. What more could you want especially coming up to Halloween than a short mystery complete with ghosts, murder and haunted cemeteries.

This was a fantastic quick read that hits just the right spot. If you haven’t read any the Krewe books before then Descend To Darkness is a great introduction and if you have then enjoy catching up with some old friends.
68 reviews
October 26, 2022
happy Halloween

Loved this book! Crew of hunters is very entertaining. Love that lots of them are in all the books. Heather Graham weaves very interesting stories that make you sad when they end and can’t wait for the next one!
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3 reviews
April 4, 2023
Krew

Love the Krewe of hunters !!! Can't wait for next one. Usually I can't guess the killer but I did this time , of course it was almost at end that I realized who was the killer.
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285 reviews4 followers
September 12, 2023
Before Halloween can be scary too.

When bodies get found in someone else's place, someone else will have see the where, what and why of it. And put the baddies where they belong. After all all of the Crewe's children want their Halloween to be fun.
308 reviews1 follower
February 21, 2026
Revenge by a lady who is a world-class liar and one hell of an actress goes on a killing spree that all leads up to kidnapping and killing Angela Hawkins. The Krewe will need a lot of help in stopping this and their biggest help comes from the ghost of Colonel Clayborn.
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1,117 reviews5 followers
October 12, 2022
Excellent Story

For a short story it was great but since I started reading Heather Graham I expect that. Her stories are Great, wonderful and exciting……
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5,250 reviews39 followers
October 16, 2022
An emotionally thrilling roller-coaster journey from beginning to end. Sweetly sexy adventure, filled with witty and engaging charters, heart racing twists, fun family banter and thrilling passion.
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54 reviews2 followers
October 21, 2022
fun read

Loving the Krewe Team. Their gifts are just a normal part of life. Love. A but much sex, but the story lines are creative and fun.
112 reviews2 followers
October 21, 2022
Great Read Would Highly Recommend!

This book grabs you from the very first page. Lots of twists and turns, and of course the authors signature surprise ending.
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972 reviews
October 24, 2022
Descend To Darkness

Angela and Jackson are on the case when fresh bodies are found in a cemetery! Will they figure out the truth in time?
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984 reviews25 followers
November 11, 2022
Very good novella. Regulars were back and the new baddies were well written.
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19 reviews
November 19, 2022
An entertaining story.

Quick, easy read. Heather Graham captures your interest and never disappoints. I enjoy the characters , the Krewe series and novella’s.
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1,639 reviews14 followers
February 16, 2023
I always love reading about the Krewe. This was a very good tale for Halloween.
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