Publishing information: Kindle Edition
Publisher: Damnation Books
ASIN: B005347SZ8
Series (Book 2)
Copy: Given by Author
Reviewer: Tyson
Synopsis: "Book 2 in the Demon Squad series.
Armageddon averted, the world returns to business as usual. Unfortunately for Frank "Triggaltheron" Trigg, business as usual sucks.
His night out interrupted by a horde of kidnapping zombies, what could possibly be worse? The resurrection of the Anti-Christ, that's what. Caught in the middle of a supernatural pissing match between the Devil's wife, a legion of undead, and an overachieving necromancer, Frank must survive long enough to stop Hell from being unleashed upon humanity; Again."
It is no secret that I am a fan of Tim Marquitz. Aside from being a all-around good guy, he does a great job of writing fast-paced and action packed stories. Resurrection: Demon Squad is no exception.
Resurrection takes place not long after the events in the first book Armageddon Bound. However, instead of giving the reader a lot of background and infodumping. Marquitz assumes that you already know the events from the last book and sets out to continue the adventures of Trigg. There are a few clues interwoven within the story to jog your memory but it is so well done that you really forget that it is there.
Many of our favorite, and not so favorite characters are back for round number two and we also have a few new individuals who enter into the story. Each character is well written and provide a new wrinkle in the mythology that is being created. The only real complaint that I have with the characters is Trigg himself. He does not grow much as a character. He also does not seem to learn from his mistakes. That said, it is a minor complaint and I hope that it is something that Marquitz thinks about when he gets around to writing his next novel in the series.
Without giving things away I will say that the story is interesting. The historical references are given a new twist and I think Marquitz had a lot of fun with the plot of the story and all of the characters we are introduced in this edition. The addition of zombies was also a nice touch and a great way to start the series up and build up from there.
Overall, there is very little if anything to complain about in this sophomore effort to the series.
Why this series has not been picked up by a major publishing house is beyond me. With every new short story and novel Marquitz continues to write interesting and compelling stories. It is hard to go wrong with anything he has written. If you have not read Marquitz then now just might be the time to start. Resurrection: Demon Squad is a long awaited sequel to a great Urban Fantasy series. Recommended.
Plot 7/10
Characters 7/10
Style 7.5/10
Overall 7/10
I agree, its hard to see why Marquitz hasn't been picked up by a major publisher...his work certainly is deserving.
ReplyDeleteI thought Resurrection was better than the first, and I can't wait to get my hands on At the Gates.
Great review!
What do you mean it's only available for eReaders? There's a paperback version that's also available in The Book Depository if needed.
ReplyDeleteOtherwise, cool review. Will look forward to your thoughts on At the Gates, which although it has a familiar feel, it's different than the previous two books and I think some of your complaints you have shared with us before seem to have been improved on. So I'm curious.
I think nowadays indie authors look at the ebook version as the prime on, with paperbacks as an afterthought. What money is made in indie publishing is generally made digitally (it's all about distribution).
ReplyDeleteI wonder if Tim even wants a traditional publishing deal at this point?
@Ryan- I completely agree. He needs more recognition. Don't know anyone who doesn't love his books.
ReplyDelete@Bastard- I have it but haven't had a chance to read it yet. Looking forward to it. Also, when I wrote this review (I am already up to April of 2012 in reviews) it wasn't out yet. I'll change it, thanks for the heads up.
@Michael- I think all authors want to be in print and with a major publisher. There are advantages and disadvantages to both but when I spoke to Tim last he was still looking for a big publishing house to write for. He deserves it as he is one of my favorite authors.
Thanks for the great review, Tyson. As always, appreciate the support.
ReplyDelete@Ryan: I need to talk to the publisher to get review copies sent out. Been a little hectic lately, but I'll get you taken care of.
@Michael: I'd love a traditional deal, but to be honest, I'm a little tired of jumping through agent hoops only to be blown off.
I've got four different releases contracted for 2012 already, and I'm looking to put out DS4 and possibly the sequel to Dawn of War, as well. I imagine, at some point, folks will see the consistency of my work and take me seriously and start making offers, but I'm not chasing agents or the big 6 publishers right now.
We'll have to see how things work out. Thanks, guys.