It’s not often you read a sequel that’s as good or better than the original, but The Devil by Name is just that good.

The unputdownable factor is a 10. Great characters, a unique story, and truly scary moments make this one of the best horror stories I’ve read in a long time. I gave Fever House an enthusiastic 5 stars, and I give the same to this one.

This one zombie-walks onto shelves September 10th.
A huge thank you to Random House & NetGalley for the advance copy.

Fever House by Keith Rosson was absolutely wonderfully disturbing and the thought of diving into The Devil by Name was terrifying but in such a good way. The Devil by Name did not disappoint and could almost be said to be better than its predecessor.

Five years after the event that drove most of the global population to madness, the world is overrun with the “fevered”—once-human, zombielike creatures drawn indiscriminately to violence and murder. In a campaign to re-stabilize the country, the massive corporation known as Terradyne Industries has merged with the U.S. government in a partnership of dubious motives, quarantining major American cities behind towering walls and corralling the afflicted there with the hope, they say, of developing a vaccine.

In this sequel to Fever House, The Devil by Name introduces us to a few new characters while we get to revisit a couple of old ones taking us on an emotional rollercoaster navigating the post-apocalyptic world.  The characters complexity and depth continues the stellar character development by Keith Rosson in this duology.

Rosson takes the violence, bloodshed and creepy supernatural horror to new heights in The Devil by Name. He does not shy away from the darker aspects of humanity in a world where survival is the number one goal. The tension on each page is suspenseful as we face unimaginable challenges and confront inner demons. The pacing is on point keeping us going to the very last page wondering what would happen next.

With these two books, Rosson has done a fantastic job of world-building that is described in vivid detail and allows us to immerse ourselves in the book. As we are told in the solicitation for this book, The Devil by Name is truly both gruesome and beautiful. Rosson paints a bleak yet captivating picture of society on the brink of collapse, where every decision could mean life or death.

The Devil by Name by Keith Rosson is a terrifying sequel to Fever House and conclusion to the duology. Rosson gives us outstanding characters, vivid scenery and plenty of gruesome violence to deliver a powerful novel. While Fever House was a fantastic addition to the genre, The Devil by Name may have done something that is rare, surpassing its predecessor in terms of storytelling, character development, and sheer excitement.

Way better than the first one! The writer developed the characters better and the story was easier to follow. If you love cult classic punk inspired zombie books. This one is for you!

The Devil By Name is a compelling sequel that surpasses its predecessor in pacing and flow. While it sacrifices some of the punk charm that defined Fever House, it makes up for it with stronger character development and a more engaging narrative. Overall, its gripping, well-crafted, and a must read for those that enjoyed Fever House.

The Devil by Name picks up a few years after the chaos at the end of Fever House, and the world is very different.
It took me a few pages to connect with some of the characters at the beginning of the story, as they were not the ones I had connected with in Fever House. It all worked out because I quickly got on board with the new focus.
Possessed body parts, minor demons, corporate conspiracies, road trips, and end-of-the-world situations; were all written amazingly well.
Fever House and The Devil by Name were the first books I read by Keith Rosson, but they will not be my last.

Before you start this bad boy go ahead and read the 1st book called Fever House!!
This book takes place 5years later after “the message” was put out to terrorize the entire planet! Everyone is trying to rebuild society while a certain company (from the first book) is still on the path of sinister plans.
A few of the characters from the first book make their way into this one and it was all my faves!
Usually I’m skeptical about reading a sequel but man holllllyyyyyy crackerzzzz this one didn’t disappoint!
The suspense and thrill kept going…
This book gave me all the creeps and goosebumps and at one point I had to shut off my kindle 🫣

Thank you Keith Rosson and NetGalley for approving me for this ARC and giving me an opportunity to read this kick a** piece!

4.5 / 5

It's been only a few weeks since I finished Fever House, but I haven't gotten it out of my head. When I lucked into an ARC of The Devil By Name, it rocketed to the top of my TBR list - everything had to be paused so I could see how this absolute fustercluck of a story would end.

Five years have passed since the miserable and devastating final moments of Fever House, and the world is in full-on post-apocalypse mode. There is a new system economy struggling to take shape, a joint effort co-run by a zealous President, and the heads of Terradyne Industries. The surviving cast from book one has suffered in the interim years, while the power-mad leaders of this new world are still lusting after missing assets, thinking they can control the world if they collect the right assets.

But news of a different asset starts to surface in France: a young woman with the capability of turning a fevered back into a human. But she's surrounded by killers and half a world away. What link does she have to this story? What is she really capable of?

Rosson's writing is lean and brisk while bleeding dread and uneasiness with each chapter. While the moments of shock are a bit fewer and farther between than Fever House, The Devil By Name saves its best for last and the conclusion packs an edgy, anxious wallop. I found myself racing through the story to see what would happen next, and felt the ending was sad, horrifying, and appropriate.

I'm going to be further exploring Rosson's back catalog because his writing is a perfect combination of intense, shocking, and fun.

Thank you NetGalley for the arc of this title!

I am still relatively new to this author, though I know he has amassed a rather cult like following. The thrills and chills seemed to take a bit too long in book one for me, but this book does not pull any punches. I want, more than anything, to see this made into a film or even a show! It’s so good!

The follow-up to the outstanding Fever House, The Devil By Name picks up five years after the Message was inadvertently deployed to the world, zombifying all within earshot. Now, those not driven mad, or “fevered,” are left to either fend for themselves or pledge their loyalty to the emerging government, corrupt to its core due to its ties to the Terradyne Corporation.

Where Fever House frenetically ushered in the apocalypse in an insane cliffhanger ending, The Devil By Name plays out the consequences of a world gone mad. The mystery, power, and curse of Matthew Coffin continue to unfold: a severed hand that engenders bloodlust, an eye that reveals the particulars of the holder’s death, and a voice that causes madness.

The Devil By Name compares favorably to The Stand. Both are apocalyptic novels with supernatural/cosmic forces, cross-country travel, and large, memorable casts.

Full of unexpected twists and eye-popping body horror, The Devil By Name is a punk rock orchestra of darkness and violence that Rosson conducts to a fevered, jaw-dropping crescendo. It’s a thoroughly satisfying apocalyptic thrill ride.

Five severed hands out of five.

Out 9/10/24 from Random House. Many thanks to the publisher for the eARC.

Keith Rosson delivers again. In many ways, the second half of Fever House, if you are a fan of fast paced thrillers, the end of the world, or perhaps just some closure in a zombie-ridden world, I think you will be pleased. If you have a weak stomach, this novel, as Fever House, may not be for you, but if you are on the fence, prepare to be surprised!

I read the hell out of the first book and was so excited to get an arc for The Devil by Name. Overall, I enjoyed the book, though it was pretty slow in the beginning but I think the excitement from the first book carried me over through this one. If you aren't a fan of multiple viewpoints, this may not be the book for you, but I loved it!

Enjoyed this just as much as the first book, if maybe a tiny bit less. Same fantastic writing, fast pace, and very likeable characters (well, some not-so-likeable). Really looking forward to reading more from this author in the future!

If you haven't read Fever House, the first part of this story, stop reading this review and go get a copy ASAP. It's a fantastic book, with the momentum of a runaway train.

This book, the conclusion of the story, is set in a different gear. It deals with the aftermath of the first book, and five years later at that. Long stretches are simply world-building, introducing or reintroducing the characters, setting them in place for what's to come. Having been so invested in the first book, that goodwill takes you through a long stretch of this one.

Slowly, however, the pieces, now in place, are working towards a new confrontation - it doesn't have the breathless, "oh crap, what can happen now?" momentum of Fever House, but the stakes are even greater, and it all coalesces into a very satisfying conclusion, and author Rosson's writing is as sharp and cinematic as ever.

Many thanks to Random House and NetGalley for the advance reader's copy.

Thanks to Random House for an eARC for The Devil by Name by Keith Rosson. I was eagerly anticipating the sequel after reading last year's Fever House. Fever House set up a really unique take on zombie horror, combining it with frenetic action, crime, and non-stop thrills. The Devil by Name picks up sometime after the apocalyptic event that ends Fever House and follows both John Bonner and Katherine Moriarty from the first novel, along with some new characters. In the best way possible, The Devil by Name serves up more of the same yet also ups the ante in terms of horror, violence, and action. I highly recommend the novel and its predecessor for fans of horror, action, and crime.

After completely loving Fever House, the first book in this series, I could not wait to devour this book, and it did not disappoint! I would almost venture to say that this book was better than the first! Five years after the broadcast that turned most of the world bloodthirsty and mad, the rest of society is starting to get back on track. We the reader gets to see how society is attempting to build itself back up. I loved meeting new people as well as seeing previous characters from Fever House. The artifacts are still around, which is one of my favorite parts of this duology. This is seriously my favorite book of the year, as Fever House was my favorite last year. I don't know if other books will be able to stack up against this amazing novel!

Damn, Rosson did it again. I loved, loved, loved Fever House and was really excited for the sequel, and, man, it ate.
Fever House was a pedal to the metal, adrenaline fueled ride, and the sequel starts out slower, establishing the new status quo. It has a wider scope and a slow burn approach, but around halfway it switches gears and there comes the blood soaked rollercoaster ride again.
Rosson even pulls off the perfect ending, which is a rare thing. He’s goated, can’t wait for his next book, and I’m surely going to devour his backlist.

Thank you, Random House and Netgalley for the ARC, I’m truly grateful.

There were so many points of view in this book I had a hard time keeping track. Each chapter has a different point of view making it’s way through them all and oh boy it just got overwhelming. There were also a lot of locations to go along with the characters. This is one of those books that I felt I needed to get out a notepad and take notes, but instead I just spent the whole time confused and wondering what was happening, which is not fun. I did enjoy parts of this story, I just wish I would have gotten more of those parts.

Thank you to the publisher and netgalley for the e-arc. All thoughts are my own.

Overall, it’s an enjoyable book. However, it suffers from a bloat of character POVs, much like the first book. It’s really the only thing I don’t like.

Shoot! Where do I begin? I devoured this book so fast! I was completely hooked after reading Fever House (which was brilliant may I add) I was all in on the continuation of this universe and damn was I impressed. I dare I say I loved The Devil by Name more than Fever House? This was such a fast page turner. Keith Rosson hit another out of the park!

Fever House was one of my top five releases for 2023, so I was ecstatic when I was able to secure the e-arc from NetGalley and Random House in exchange for an honest review.

In the tradition of Fever House, The Devil by Name picks up five years later and continues the zany insanity through the trenches of Portland, Oregon. Buckle in; this is an experience that will stay with you long after you finish this blood-splatter tale that could only come from the brilliant mind of Keith Rosson, the king of Punk Rock Horror!

Once you board this rollercoaster, you will be hooked until the very last page. Then, you will be devastated that this is the end of the Fever House series. If you still need another reason to put this on your must-buy list, let it be that The Devil by Name has some of the most fleshed-out, fully-developed, exciting characters you will get to know in 2024.

The Devil by Name hits your favorite bookstore on September 10th, 2024—a solid five stars out of five stars.