Not quite ready to let spooky season go?
Looking for a book to keep that creeptastic vibe alive…ish?
Read Keith Rosson’s Fever House duology.

Strap in for a riotous thrill ride full of zombies, demonic possession, dystopian world building and interesting, fabulously flawed characters. With the publication of Devil by Name this past September, readers can now enjoy the complete horror spectacle. Fever House left me wanting more and the Devil by Name DELIVERS.

We catch up with some of our heroes and villains from Fever House five years into the future. The “afflicted” aka zombies have overrun the world; the government is trying to reassert control and of course humans are attempting to capitalize and take advantage of the power vacuum. The evil that released the “message” into the world has only just gotten started, working to fulfill its hellscape makeover of the planet.

Not a horror fan, generally, I appreciate a well crafted story, especially one this cinematic, adventurous and grounded in human realities that resonate. Plenty of gore to keep those readers happy. But not enough to be cringeworthy or put me off. Devil by name for all of that celebrates human resilience, family relationships and doing your best with life’s constant disaster sandwich. While not optimistic, it reads more adventure thrill ride than cloyingly miserable darkness. In fact I enjoyed it so much, I’m now exploring Rosson’s backlist titles.

If you are an audiobook person, give this one a listen. #XeSands Narration is masterful and elevates the experience.

10/10 5/5 What a thrill ride! If you like high-stakes, cinefiction with high-octane action and suspense and hyper violence paired with elements of Horror. This book was written for you. Rosson writes characters that feel raw and relatable despite being morally grey, at best, and it makes you feel something for them when the supernatural shit hits the fan. Thank you Net Galley for sending me an arc!

Holy f—k. Have you ever read a book that you just had to take a few hours to recover from before you wrote your review? This is that book. This one rocked its way to my number one spot of the year. Imagine if The Crazies (or The Walking Dead for you younger folks) was caused by the devil. Now you have an idea of what you’re getting into. This book was so good, I’m going to have a book hangover for a while. I really didn’t want it to end. I know it’s only supposed to be a duology, but I would sell someone else’s kidney to get more from this world! After the first book, we knew things were going to get real. Rosson really delivered on his promise. Not only did we get a good look at the damage the remnants caused (even more than the first book if you can believe it), but we see these incredible characters really earning their keep. Watching Katherine go from the damaged near-agoraphobic person she was to utter bad ass was incredible to “see”. We also get to meet new characters who really made this story jump off the page. If you’re looking for something different from the stereotypical apocalypse stories flooding the market right now, this is that book. Rosson is an incredible writer and will forever be an auto buy for me from now on!

Huge thanks to Random House Publishing and NetGalley for sending me this ARC for review! All of my reviews are given honestly!

Keith, my guy. 10/10, no notes. I devoured Fever House and was so excited to read this one but my god. I had to put it down and walk away so many times. The way he describes these scenes made me feel like I was right there in them. My heart was racing, my hands were sweating, my gag was reflexing 😂

And the Bad Religion reference? Come on, *chefs kiss*.

◇Author: Keith Rosson
◇Genre: Horror
◇You might enjoy this if you like
-Pure Mayhem
-Government secrets
-The Apocalypse

The Devil By Name: A thrilling sequel to Fever House, this story shows the devastating aftermath of the apocalyptic events that took place in Portland in the first installment. Genuinely, this is a great sequel, and ties up everything in the duology quite nicely. Just like Fever House, this book is dark with some real butt clenching moments. This is a great supernatural horror that is as creative as it is disturbing. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you @randomhouse and @netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review!

I attached the post I made for instagram on release day in September; this book was a 5 star read for me. It wrapped up every loose end from Fever House while introducing new characters, story lines, and arcs that had my jaw on the floor while
reading. What a beautiful book, and a perfect love letter to the likes of Stephen King.

The Devil by Name by Keith Rosson is the second half of a duology that began with last year’s amazing Fever House and I absolutely loved it! This review is long overdue but it took me a minute to figure out how to review this one without any spoilers. I wasn’t sure where Rosson was going to go after the crazed ending of Fever House, but he NAILED IT.

The Devil By Name takes place 5 years after the events of the first book. Although definitely not to be read as a stand alone, the book manages to be just different enough from Fever House, while continuing the crazy energy, pace, and story from the first. I flew through it, finishing it in a day and a half. It’s a banger but will also give you the feels. If you like stories with the occult, cursed objects, music, noir crime, cults, Zombies, X-Files type gov conspiracies, assassins, apocalyptic survival, thriller type chases, and characters you care about, you will love these books.

Fever House and The Devil by Name are two of my favorite reads of the year and I will continue to yell at everyone I know to read them!

"Avail yourself to me. Make me a house of fever and wounds, where all rooms are ghastly and dark. Do it. Make me a king’s house, and you will have all you ever wanted."

Five years after the apocalypse, the world is overrun by violent creatures. American cities have been quarantined.

I absolutely loved the first one but this one just didn't land for me as well. I found to difficult to stay connected to the story with so many POVs.

Thank you netgalley and Random House Publishing Group for giving me an advanced review copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Oh maaaaaaan! If you’re looking for zombie/horror, look no further! When I requested this on NetGalley, I had no idea it was the 2nd book out of a duology. That didn’t stop me from soaking up every word of this book! I immediately went to my local library to scoop up the first(Fever House), which I will be reading as a “prequel”.

Keith Rosson is officially on my radar of authors & will forever read anything he writes!

Thank you again NetGalley for this read! I’ll be riding this high for a while!

The Devil by Name picks up years later after the first book in the duology, Fever House, ends. I absolutely loved Fever House and The Devil by Name matched it in every way. I love the world building that Keith Rosson does. He manages to completely spin a zombie story in a new way. I read this book in 2 days and just couldn’t stop turning pages. The forward propulsion and flow of the story is excellent. I can’t wait to read more Keith Rosson books

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read the ARC of The Devil by Name. It was one of my favorites of the year.

**Book Review: "The Devil by Name" by Ania Ahlborn**

In "The Devil by Name," Ania Ahlborn delivers a gripping sequel to "Fever House" that is as thrilling as it is terrifying. Stephen King’s praise for this novel is well-deserved; it’s a masterclass in horror that seamlessly blends suspense, heartbreak, and a haunting exploration of human resilience in the face of utter devastation.

Set five years after a catastrophic event that plunged the world into chaos, the narrative dives straight into a chilling landscape overrun by the “fevered”—zombielike beings driven to violence and madness. The story's premise raises a provocative question: How do we find hope in a world teetering on the brink of annihilation? Ahlborn expertly navigates this theme through her diverse cast of characters, each grappling with their own traumas and motivations.

Detective John Bonner, guilt-ridden and desperate for redemption, scours the remnants of Portland, searching for answers in the shadows. His journey is fraught with tension and moral dilemmas, making him a compelling protagonist whose internal struggle mirrors the external chaos of his world. Meanwhile, Katherine Moriarty’s heart-wrenching tale of loss and survival adds emotional depth, allowing readers to connect with her plight as she evades the powerful and sinister Terradyne Industries.

The narrative is further enriched by Naomi Laurent, a sixteen-year-old grappling with her disturbing new powers. Her storyline introduces an intriguing supernatural element that weaves seamlessly into the fabric of the post-apocalyptic setting. Ahlborn’s ability to balance these characters’ arcs while maintaining a fast-paced, pulse-pounding narrative is commendable. The interconnectedness of their fates culminates in a climax that is both explosive and poignant.

Ahlborn's writing shines with vivid imagery, capturing both the grotesque horror of the fevered and the fragile beauty of human connections. The world she creates is richly textured, filled with decay and desperation, yet punctuated by moments of hope and bravery that resonate deeply. The novel's exploration of survival—not just physically, but emotionally and psychologically—adds a layer of depth that elevates it beyond typical horror fare.

"The Devil by Name" is both gruesome and beautiful, a reflection on the darkest corners of humanity and the flickering light of hope amidst despair. As characters grapple with their realities, Ahlborn invites readers to consider what it means to live anew in a world where the line between savior and monster blurs.

In conclusion, this novel is a heart-stopping saga that will leave readers breathless. Ahlborn has crafted a tale that is not only a chilling horror story but also a profound meditation on loss, love, and the enduring human spirit. Fans of post-apocalyptic fiction and horror alike will find themselves captivated from the first page to the last. Highly recommended!

Fever House is one of my favorite horror books, and I had to request the second book immediately. This book picks up the story five years after the events of the first book and is as gruesome as the first book. Keith Rosson's writing is amazing; it really draws you into the story. The Devil By Name is a full blown apocalyptic horror story, and I highly recommend it to every horror fan. Thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Endings are significantly harder to write then beginnings. Everyone has read books where establishes a knotty nasty problem, builds a wild world and then kind of fizzles out when it is time to pay the piper. This is the second part of a duology which started with Fever House which was one of my favorite books of 2023, and was the story of the end of it all. This series is basically “What if Kurt Cobain ended the world and Courtney Love had to bring it back.” Luckly Rosson nails the dismount as well as he set up the trick.

In the Devil by Name Rosson picks up after society has been destroyed by a mix of demons, zombies and the military industrial complex and how some survivors attempt to put the puzzle pieces back together. Fever House had a speed metal pace, and this slows down and spreads out the story, it makes a different reading experience, but still an enjoyable one and has plenty of gore and horror for fans of the gruesome.

Interview with Keith Rosson here

https://substack.com/home/post/p-149018742?r=2t5km&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

This the second book in a series and reading the first one is necessary to fully understand and enjoy this one. I read them back to back which is highly recommended. There is a lot of backstory and numerous characters to keep straight, but the author does a good job with this. This is a fast paced horror story that keeps you reading. There is something here for everyone...Devils, zombies, fading rock stars, family drama, corrupt government. What's not to like?

This book was consuming (get it? - zombie pun straight out the gate). I had to actively stop myself from reading it all in one go.

I really enjoyed the creativity with Fever House and The Devil By Name did not disappoint. Fever House ended on quite the cliffhanger, with lots of things only half-explained, but this wrapped everything up in such an interesting way. Like every good apocalypse story (and sequel, in my opinion), it got a little worse before it got better.

I do think the ending was a bit rushed but only because I wanted so much time in the world before it ended - began? Reborn? Either way, an excellent read and I enjoyed this duology immensely.

Thank you to NetGalley, Keith Rosson, and Random House for a review copy.

Having enjoyed Fever House so much I admit I was a little worried about a sequel. But Keith Rosson hits it out of the park here. The story may seem disjointed at first but stick with it, the payoff is great. Loved all the different perspectives and narrations in the book. Rosson is such a descriptive writer that i don’t recommend reading this while eating or snacking. Just put on your Devil Rock mixtape and enjoy.

When I read Fever House last year it was the first time reading any of Keith Rosson’s work and I was blown away. I believe I called it awesomely twisted. Now he’s returned with The Devil By Name, the second book in the duology. And somehow this time around Rosson has managed to outdo Fever House and cranked the intensity knob up to eleven. Picking up five years after Fever House, we enter a world in the aftermath of the Message. What does that mean? Sorry it’s too much to explain, just seriously do yourself a favor and definitely read Fever House before jumping into this one. At times this is brutal and gruesome while strangely also being heart felt and emotional. This is a fevered dream of a mad genius. This is what we might get if Tarantino decided to make a apocalyptic film while on drugs! Not sure how Rosson tops this duology but I’m so excited to see what he does next. I’d like to thank Random House Publishing Group and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review an eARC of The Devil by Name.

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THE DEVIL BY NAME continues the apocalyptic story started in FEVER HOUSE and it's just as thrilling. The stakes (and story) remain savage, but between the chaos and carnage is an emotional tale of loss, hope, and sacrifice by Keith Rosson that brings the hellish hijinks to a satisfying end.

Holy…heck….that was phenomenal. I adoreddddd Fever House.
“Equal parts gruesome and beautiful. The Devil by Name is a heart stopping, breakneck saga of survival.” Literally the perfect description of this book. Literally the detail of this book is amazing and I can picture all of it so perfectly in my head. The conclusion to this story is chefs kiss.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House for this ARC!

I absolutely loved Fever House and I was so excited to read the sequel! Safe to say, I loved The Devil By Name. I thought it was a wonderful continuation of the first book and I loved to see the returning characters.

Keith created a spooky and down right creepy universe with these two books and I can’t recommend them enough!