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“Demons” is a horror novel by Guy N. Smith, published in 1987. It’s one of Smith’s earlier works in the horror genre, known for its blend of supernatural elements, suspense, and grisly imagery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In 1987, Guy N. Smith revisited the eerie landscape of Turbury in his sequel to the acclaimed ‘Deathbell’, titled ‘Demons’. This follow-up, published by Arrow, emerged amidst a flurry of other releases from Smith, including ‘Thirst II: The Plague’, ‘Alligators’, and ‘Bloodshow’.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tale picks up a decade after the events of ‘Deathbell’, with the cursed artifact once again looming over the desolate village. The reckless actions of local thugs lead to a resurgence of the malevolent bell’s influence, triggering a series of gruesome events that drag the remaining inhabitants of Turbury into a nightmare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the village resurfaces from beneath the waters of a planned reservoir, the deathbell’s tolls unleash madness and violence upon those who remain. From the terrifying transformation of local farmer Frankie Thomas to the arrival of unwitting hippies drawn to Turbury’s dark allure, the narrative unfolds with moments of chilling darkness and classic pulp horror violence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While ‘Demons’ captures the unsettling power of the deathbell and delivers eerie descriptions of its effects on the unsuspecting, the pacing of the novel falters, with a fractured storyline that struggles to maintain momentum until the final chapters. Despite this, Smith’s skillful characterization adds depth to the narrative, though the swift development of certain relationships feels rushed and implausible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nevertheless, ‘Demons’ culminates in a dramatic and conclusive finale, wrapping up the Deathbell series with a satisfying resolution. However, the chosen title and cover illustration may confuse readers, as demons do not feature prominently in the storyline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Overall, ‘Demons’ offers an enjoyable read for fans of pulp horror, with its blend of over-the-top action, dark horror, and gruesome violence. While not as fast-paced as some of Smith’s other works, it serves as a suitable sequel to the chilling tale of ‘Deathbell’.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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