A Battle against demons

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“This has so many layers… I felt like I was looking deeply into someone’s soul, like I was being told their darkest thoughts, nightmares, and fears with so much honesty. The grief is so raw, running deep within the words. It felt so intimate, like nothing I’ve ever experienced before.“

Coffeecats_books

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“It’s part horror, part coming of age and it deals with grief, family drama, friendship and evil things lurking under the surface.”

Norwegian_booknerd

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“This was a very special book for me, unlike anything I’ve read before! It’s a story about grief, myths, curses, and secrets. The story is told from different perspectives, as well as from different time periods. Robert really grew on me, and I suffered along with him.“

Darkdevoka

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“I am so full of emotions right now. The start takes you on an almost confusing journey. There are lots of things happening and things being remembered, and, occasionally, you get confused. But as the plot goes on, the pieces fall into place. And suddenly you understand every single tiny bit of story and why it was shared.”

tinselandbooks

“This is a very emotional multilayered and atmospheric story that comprehends a dark family drama about grief, loss and the personal demons that walk with us while growing up. Its reality bending elements of horror between nightmares, paranormal and heartbreaking moments definitely builds a story that immerses you into how humans cope with reality.”

Review by the Ghoulishreader

«…Teig writes with a nerve that keeps you on your toes the entire novel. You’re always on edge and uncomfortable, waiting for the next terrible thing to occur. It’s all thanks to his brilliant writing. I was born in the 2000s, yet I was pulled back to the 80s and 90s due to this amazing descriptions. It was so vivid. From the first page he lays out the setting so perfectly that I had no problem imagining anything.»… 

Full review@ bookedmybook

⭐⭐⭐⭐/5

😈 “…Demons” is a horror story at first look, and it’s full of monsters, human and not-so-human. But this book is also a coming-of-age family epic about greif, loss, regret, addiction. And it seems partly autobiographical. Reading this novel was highly nostalgic, and it triggered a lot of childhood memories i had forgotten. The story is also heartbraking, and a few tears fell while reading.
The story also feels a bit Stephen Kingy…
norwegian.horror.buff

“I’ve never read anything like it! Kjell-Vidar writes terrifyingly and deeply personal about upbringing, family, grief, revenge, and the simple yet gruesome fact that as one gets older, the consequences of the choices one has made become clearer.

Right now, my husband is reading the book, and it’s so intriguing to see how it affects him. How he actually becomes thoughtful and a bit quiet after reading some chapters. The book evidently impacts people differently depending on their background and personal life experiences! In short, there’s wisdom on the pages of this book.”

Henning Øverby Klausen, skrekkruttskolen.no

“The book hits you like a punch to the gut. In a good way. It’s a story about growing up, loss, grief, and anxiety. On the surface, it’s a pure horror story, and a darn good one at that. However, beneath the story lies an even more captivating family drama – a rural tragedy – which takes the reader on a chilling journey with autobiographical undertones. The book is filled with well-developed characters that one gets to know very well, and there’s a strong sense of nostalgia for those of us who grew up in the 80s and 90s. It’s highly recommended.”
Per Ivar Hjeldsbakken Engevold, editor & author

“This was an outstandingly good book! The book brought out a lot of nostalgia in me, and I had a hard time putting it down. A fantastic book that made me think and reflect. Many of us have, or will at some point in our lives, battle demons. A super exciting book from start to finish! I highly recommend this!”

@bok.marit (NO)

📕📕📕📕📕/5! Coffebetweenlines 

“It’s wonderfully written – a unique writing style unlike anything else! A nostalgic journey back to the childhood of the 80s where the story suddenly becomes more dystopian and dark!”

 

“There are many surprising twists and you just have to read to see who survives it all. The book also addresses serious topics like bullying and suicide, family ties, and tragedies created by unforeseen forces in the form of demons. Filled with suspense and a chilling atmosphere! Highly recommended!”

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“A part from that, the book was both creepy and gruesome, but at the same time so sad and emotional. I would really love to see this book get adapted into a movie, I’m sure it would turn out pretty awesome!”
@Mjs.Readingnook