🩸 Horror Fiction

Darkside

✍️ C R Jahn
Reader Score
4.5
(1 review)
$9.99
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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A dark tale of occult hunters targeting a child-sacrificing cult in Denver.

Three heroes chase a dangerous group that abducts and murders children. Jahn, an occult specialist, builds this tale from reality. It is deeply personal, using real people for characters and actual past conversations for dialogue. Two of the writer's exes are main figures. The action takes place in Denver where the cult hides. The tone is raw and includes all relevant warnings. It dedicates itself to Andrew Vachss. The book mixes magic with harsh reality. Readers meet a porn star vampire, a witch, and a possessed killer. This group works together to hunt the cult.

Key Themes
occult expertise child sacrifice psi vamp
Literary Context

This work sits within the tradition of supernatural fiction and occult studies. It draws on actual events to inform its narrative structure. The setting is Denver, providing a specific urban backdrop for the hunt. The author dedicates the book to Andrew Vachss, linking it to his mentor's legacy.

Difficulty
●●● Challenging
Recommended For Fans Of
Andrew Vachss · Poppy Z. Brite · Clive Barker · Sylvia Day
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Horror Fiction
🏛 Independently Published 📅 2025 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9798268342062

📝 Description: Darkside

C R Jahn delivers a tale about a killer haunted by demons, a psychic vampire who works in adult entertainment, and a powerful sorceress. They team up to stop a secret group kidnapping and killing youngsters in Denver. Written by someone knowledgeable about dark magic, the plot stems from real-life occurrences. This is an intimate project where most figures are based on actual people, with some lines taken directly from old talks. Two of Jahn's former partners play central roles. The content is intense and carries all necessary warnings for its grim themes. It honors their teacher, Andrew Vachss. Fans of raw supernatural tales rooted in magical practices will enjoy this. It fits readers interested in psychic predators and spellcasters in city environments like Denver. The story relies on true events to shape its plot. Those preferring mild or clean horror might find it too harsh. The text faces the brutal truth of its premise head-on. Jahn applies their background to shape the magical aspects. Using real conversations adds realism to how characters interact. This work directly engages with the evil found in the original material.

💎 Our verdict on Darkside

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Horror Reads editorial team
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C R Jahn delivers a visceral supernatural thriller that blends occult practices with the brutalities of real-world crime. By grounding the narrative in actual events and conversations, the author creates a strikingly realistic atmosphere despite the fantastical elements involving vampires and sorcery. The inclusion of adult entertainment figures and ex-partners as central characters adds a layer of personal intensity to the hunt against a child-sacrificing cult. This raw approach suits readers who appreciate dark fantasy rooted in harsh truths over polished escapism. It is a challenging but rewarding read for those who enjoy gritty, city-based horror with significant magical components.
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📖 Why choose it

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers seeking intense, unfiltered supernatural fiction rooted in harsh reality will find this novel compelling. It appeals to those interested in the intersection of magic and urban decay, specifically featuring psychic vampires, witches, and occult hunters. Fans of raw, dialogue-driven narratives that utilize real-life interactions for authenticity should appreciate this intimate project. The book offers a grim, unvarnished look at evil, making it suitable for audiences comfortable with explicit themes and dark psychological elements rather than those preferring mild horror.

⭐ Reader reviews

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C R Jahn delivers a visceral supernatural thriller that blends occult practices with the brutalities of real-world crime. By grounding the narrative in actual events and conversations, the author creates a strikingly realistic atmosphere despite the fantastical elements involving vampires and sorcery. The inclusion of adult entertainment figures and ex-partners as central characters adds a layer of personal intensity to the hunt against a child-sacrificing cult. This raw approach suits readers who appreciate dark fantasy rooted in harsh truths over polished escapism. It is a challenging but rewarding read for those who enjoy gritty, city-based horror with significant magical components.

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