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  • Anathema

  • By: Nick Roberts
  • Narrated by: Joe Hempel
  • Length: 8 hrs and 7 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (54 ratings)

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Anathema

By: Nick Roberts
Narrated by: Joe Hempel
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Publisher's summary

Bryan and Ellie Stockton hope they left behind their demons when they move to their idyllic new home in southern West Virginia. Above all, they want a fresh start for their young son, Derrick, who witnessed the tumultuous first years of their marriage—years that were rife with substance abuse, rage, and resentment. Their bright hope for the future is darkened when a child disappears from their neighborhood. The couple becomes suspicious of a reclusive resident with a degenerative brain disorder. Strange events begin to happen in their house just as Derrick tells them about a new friend who visits him at night. Their son may be acting out from the trauma he endured, or he could be the obsession of something much more sinister.

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Excellent

You never quite know where Nicks story lines are going to go and this was no exception. Just when you think you have it figured out you’re wrong in all the best ways. His horror is some of the best you will find. Absolutely loved this book and cannot wait to read more!

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Great horror story

I really enjoyed this book. The narrator did a great job and there were a lot of creepy aspects to the book!

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Great Story and Narration

This book was a fun ride, and Joe Hemple is a great narrator. Highly recommend for a fast spooky listen!

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Completely gutted me.

This novel was like watching a train that you know has no brakes rushing towards the end of the line and you have no way to help. Helplessness and frustration were the emotions I felt most. Sure, there was love and beauty hidden within the pages but listening to the story completely gutted me. Totalities are hard to grasp and pure evil is perhaps the hardest for us to comprehend. It’s why serial killers fascinate most people; “How could somebody do this?”

This book is so dark that I felt claustrophobic at times. I’ve read a lot of dark stories but this one had a hold of me and wouldn’t let go. Just as I thought it was too dark and grim, I found some light in the shadows albeit not much. But even the faintest light is enough to cut through the thickest of darkness. Great story from a very talented author.

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Good Story

I really liked the story. It’s interesting. The narrator gave a good performance. Each character had a distinct voice.

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Is it a movie yet?!?!

I'm speechless, this is a brilliant book! I totally didn't feel like I was reading "more of the same", which is amazing! it's original, it's scary, it's awesome! 👍🏻☺️

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Checking my closets!

Such a genuinely creepy story that drags you in to feel a part of this family! Roberts does it again with the story of a recovering family in the web of someone, or something, wicked!
Absolutely recommend! Finished it in a weekend!

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The whole story was GREAT!!!!

This book was so well written, I have only 1 small issue, I wish the person reading would have had a better range of voices. Other than that, the story was really GREAT!!! I am now on book 3 of this author, HE IS SIMPLY OUTSTANDING!!!!!!! WORTH THE CREDIT OR MONEY FOR SURE, JUST LIKE THE EXORCISTS HOUSE WAS!!!!!

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How well do you know your neighbor?

An excellent horror story from Nick Roberts. He has such a talent for uncovering fears of forgotten I had — this time, I’m quite grateful to live in a stand alone house without attached neighbors! This one will leave you double checking the locks on your windows and doors.

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Amazing story and good narration

Amazing story and a good narrator to match. Nick Roberts is my new favorite author. His stories really stand out and knows how to pack a punch

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