A Battle against demons
A Nordic mystery and horror novel by Kjell-Vidar Åhman Teig
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“It 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 nostalgic and chilling journey with autobiographical undertones. “
// Per Ivar Hjeldsbakken Engevold – editor & author
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Welcome to Øyerstad
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Robert
I find myself on a raft on Lake Mørkved, pursued by both the living and the dead. The muzzle of a gun pressed against my neck could save me from the Witch and Death but also prevent me from breaking the curse cast upon us all. How could things go this wrong?
Øyerstad
The sign welcoming you to Øyerstad is worn and torn, and if you blink, you might just miss it – the little village nestled deep in the forests of rural Norway. Everyone in Øyerstad thinks they know everyone in Øyerstad. They don’t.
The Circus
The Phantoms sway eerily outside the tent, where the scents of sweets, popcorn, grease, and oil mix with the stench of excrement. Hooves and claws scrape against iron grating. Something prowls out there, where light becomes dark, a deeper shadow within the shadows, ready to tear apart anything in its path.
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“Read this book! You will live through these people’s lives, through their feelings. You will be happy, you will be sorry, you will be angry and desperate. You will smile. You will cry. Actually, cry a lot. It will break your heart. But you definitely will like it.”
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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.“
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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.“
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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.”
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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.”
“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.”
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“I grew up reading books by the kings of horror Clive Barker and Stephen King, this book gave me the exact same feeling the books of those authors gave me. It feels sweet and nostalgic taking me back to my early experience with horror.“
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“The story jumps from past to future and is told from different people’s perspectives. But at some point you get used to it and it becomes more and more clear in which direction the story goes and who the real demons in Robert’s life are. From that moment on you just can’t stop reading and at the same time don’t ever want it to end.”
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“Firstly, the writing is really well done with fantastic characters, setting and pace. It reminded me of Stephen King’s earlier works. It was a beautifully dark and tragic story with an interesting set up and executed to perfection. It was an exciting and original read. Fans of horror and mysteries will love it.”
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“Each new chapter reveals something you were wondering about in the previous one, or will be relevant in the next one or two. I can’t recommend this book enough to people who love dark tragedies or magic realism.“
Giovanni Jacobs
“While this is clearly a paranormal horror, it’s also so many other things. With themes of addiction, grief, vengeance, coming-of-age and family ties, Battle Against Demons reaches beyond the supernatural horror, exploring the darkest corners of human psyche. I think we all need more Norwegian horror in our lives, at least I know I do!”
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“…The story jumps around between the past and the present as viewed by a various characters who are childhood friends and relatives, of memories, mysteries and of grief and loss, of childish beliefs and superstitions and uncovering the horrific truths as adults.”
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«…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.»…
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“This story is part horror, part coming of age and includes all the grief and heartache that comes in between.”
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😈 “…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
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“The character development and storytelling is fantastic, with the author doing a fantastic job of making you feel as though you are stuck in the 80s and 90s as the story unfolds. The revelation, when it comes, will leave you flipping back pages to see how you missed it.”
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“I’d recommend this to horror fans who are looking for some extra depths, who would like to experience art from another culture (I wholeheartedly insist that you do), and for those looking for just a damn good story.”
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“Overall this story does a great job of weaving together a very interesting mystery that touched on the topics of grief and had some horror elements to it! But even then, if you aren’t big on horror do not worry, you can still easily enjoy this book”
“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!”
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“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!”
“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
“‘A Battle Against Demons’ is… well, what should I say? Horror? Maybe thriller-horror, with undertones of interpersonal relationships, emotions, and imagination. It has a lot of linguistic humor and nostalgia (especially for those of us who grew up in the 80s and 90s. Seriously, if you grew up during that time, you should read this book just for the sake of reminiscing alone.)
In summary, this book is unlike any I’ve read before. It’s original in a really good way, the language is vivid, and the story captivates you. I highly recommend this one.”
“I couldn’t read the book in bed. At times, it’s so creepy that I wouldn’t have been able to sleep… 😰 The book also touches on teenage infatuation, love for siblings and parents, grief, and coping with loss. The author covers many important themes and ties them all together very well. The book is both scary, beautiful, and sad. I liked it very much and would go as far as to say that it’s one of the best books I’ve read this year! Highly recommended!”
“This is the first Norwegian horror novel for adults I’ve read. The book certainly has many dark and chilling elements, but I also found it filled with camaraderie, love, and especially loss and grief. I highly recommend it, even for those who might typically avoid the horror genre. The book is so much more than that.”
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A Nordic horror novel with themes of addiction, grief, vengeance, coming-of-age and family ties, Battle Against Demons reaches beyond the supernatural horror. This was EPIC, I was completely on the edge of my seat throughout- horror fans this one is definitely for us. It’s dark, twisted and beautifully written. And the COVER!? It’s breathtaking.”
“Kjell-Vidar writes well. Even though it’s a horror novel, it’s so much more than that. This is a book about family, upbringing, grief, and longing. And for those of us who grew up in the 80s and 90s… Sigh! But regardless, I’m cheering for the horror genre for adults!“
