Rave Reviews for SOULSNATCHER:
"Soulsnatcher is one of those books that surprise on every page. Mr. Denney has a knack for presenting characters that at first seem normal and like folks you know. Then, suddenly you realize there's a depth to them--and powers you couldn't even imagine--at work in the eternal battle between good and evil. There's genuine worry when they get in a jam and there's so much relief when somehow things work out. Mr. Denney is adept at story-telling with a knowing nod to the humorous aspects of life. I laughed at his wit. While the stakes are high, he never forgets the human touch as the suspense builds to a conclusion you never saw coming. A great read." - Michael J. Varga, playwright and retired diplomat
"I picked up SOULSNATCHER expecting to be entertained. And I was. Denney knows how to tell a good story -- the pace was relentless, but not rushed, the action scenes were strong and the characters were compelling with well-planned histories -- and he tells it with heart and humor. If you are looking for an enjoyable read, this paranormal thriller and X-men inspired fantasy would be a good choice. But, at least for me, what lingers after the end of the tale are larger issues of meaning: the commercialization and exploitation of talent, the commodification of labor, the purpose of education, the plight of children trapped in oppressive systems. This is more than just escapist fiction; it is a call to stand up for the vulnerable, a good story with a social conscience. Well done, Mr. Denney." - C.H. Ramsey
"Fantasy sci-fi fans of all ages will enjoy the vivid characters and fast-paced story of "Soulsnatcher." Kerry Denney has expertly woven a memorable, twisted tale that turns reality inside out, in the traditions of H.P. Lovecraft and R.L. Stine. Soulsnatcher grabs from the opening sentences and rapidly draws the reader into a shadowy world where innocent children with dangerous secrets must battle ruthless agents of evil. It's a fun, quick read with a thrilling conclusion suitable for both teens and adults." - Glenn Emery, copywriter for CNN News
"Kerry Denney has created more than a story of good versus evil. Rather, it is a fast-paced, intricately woven tale with finely crafted characters. A select few children with extraordinary powers of healing are targeted by an otherworldly group of Extractors, intent on turning the power of good into evil. Dr. Larssen Sossnacher, aka The Soulsnatcher, uses the Extractor’s seemingly indestructible powers in a ruthless quest to defeat death and live forever. But a small force of Guardians, a courageous group of humans, rescues the children and takes them to a safe haven called Homestead. There, they are confronted by Soulsnatcher’s evil forces in an epic battle. Denney has created a masterful world where imagination bends reality but the depth of human emotion is always at the forefront." - Michael K. Brown, author of Promise of Silver
"I was immediately captivated into the world of Soulsnatcher! I was on the edge of my seat wanting to keep finding out more and what will happen with the characters. Soulsnatcher is a unique world along with memorable characters that you will fall in love with. I highly enjoyed reading it and I would definitely like to see more books with characters." - Megan Rosenberger
"Kerry Alan Denney sees the world differently from the rest of us. He asks the speculative questions -- the "what ifs" that translate to entertaining but thought-provoking fiction. In Soulsnatcher he creates characters we can love and villains we can hate, all the while propelling us with a plot that puts innocent, but brilliant, children in danger. The result is a story that is suspenseful and intriguing. Denney's previous works also successfully bend reality, placing us in dysfunctional worlds where danger takes unusual forms. We're lucky that Denney continues to ask "what if?" and proceeds to tell us the answer." - Lorraine Norwood
"This book was recommended to me by a friend who knows I don't normally read this genre. I'm glad I listened to him, because I loved it! It's good to get out of your comfort zone when it comes to books. Most of us tend to stick with what we know we'll like. This had me on the edge of my seat, or rather my bed, since I read at night before going to sleep. I loved the supernatural, good vs. evil theme, but it was the children and their powers that pulled me into the action scenes. I cared about these characters and felt protective of them. This is great storytelling! I hope this is Book One of a series." - Kristine Ward, author of Zigzagged Path to Wholeness
"Mr. Denney has achieved something that I didn't expect. He's pulled me back into the world of sci-fi!. I loved sci-fi in my youth but read mostly thrillers and mysteries now, but Mr. Denney destroys genre stereotypes. If you enjoy a character-driven suspenseful read that pulls you through twists and turns that are totally unexpected, then Soulsnatcher will scratch that itch that you didn't know you had." - Ken Schmanski
"Soulsnatcher is a novel that transcends genre, going well beyond what a reader would expect of a novel of this type and delving into the basic human need to protect those who are persecuted. Although Soulsnatcher is classified as a supernatural thriller, Denney builds a world that is totally believable and characters that become living, breathing people. An edge-of-the-seat read that I could not put down." - Lynda Fitzgerald, author of the LIVE series, If Truth Be Told, and Of Words & Music
"I picked up SOULSNATCHER expecting to be entertained. And I was. Denney knows how to tell a good story -- the pace was relentless, but not rushed, the action scenes were strong and the characters were compelling with well-planned histories -- and he tells it with heart and humor. If you are looking for an enjoyable read, this paranormal thriller and X-men inspired fantasy would be a good choice. But, at least for me, what lingers after the end of the tale are larger issues of meaning: the commercialization and exploitation of talent, the commodification of labor, the purpose of education, the plight of children trapped in oppressive systems. This is more than just escapist fiction; it is a call to stand up for the vulnerable, a good story with a social conscience. Well done, Mr. Denney." - C.H. Ramsey
"Fantasy sci-fi fans of all ages will enjoy the vivid characters and fast-paced story of "Soulsnatcher." Kerry Denney has expertly woven a memorable, twisted tale that turns reality inside out, in the traditions of H.P. Lovecraft and R.L. Stine. Soulsnatcher grabs from the opening sentences and rapidly draws the reader into a shadowy world where innocent children with dangerous secrets must battle ruthless agents of evil. It's a fun, quick read with a thrilling conclusion suitable for both teens and adults." - Glenn Emery, copywriter for CNN News
"Kerry Denney has created more than a story of good versus evil. Rather, it is a fast-paced, intricately woven tale with finely crafted characters. A select few children with extraordinary powers of healing are targeted by an otherworldly group of Extractors, intent on turning the power of good into evil. Dr. Larssen Sossnacher, aka The Soulsnatcher, uses the Extractor’s seemingly indestructible powers in a ruthless quest to defeat death and live forever. But a small force of Guardians, a courageous group of humans, rescues the children and takes them to a safe haven called Homestead. There, they are confronted by Soulsnatcher’s evil forces in an epic battle. Denney has created a masterful world where imagination bends reality but the depth of human emotion is always at the forefront." - Michael K. Brown, author of Promise of Silver
"I was immediately captivated into the world of Soulsnatcher! I was on the edge of my seat wanting to keep finding out more and what will happen with the characters. Soulsnatcher is a unique world along with memorable characters that you will fall in love with. I highly enjoyed reading it and I would definitely like to see more books with characters." - Megan Rosenberger
"Kerry Alan Denney sees the world differently from the rest of us. He asks the speculative questions -- the "what ifs" that translate to entertaining but thought-provoking fiction. In Soulsnatcher he creates characters we can love and villains we can hate, all the while propelling us with a plot that puts innocent, but brilliant, children in danger. The result is a story that is suspenseful and intriguing. Denney's previous works also successfully bend reality, placing us in dysfunctional worlds where danger takes unusual forms. We're lucky that Denney continues to ask "what if?" and proceeds to tell us the answer." - Lorraine Norwood
"This book was recommended to me by a friend who knows I don't normally read this genre. I'm glad I listened to him, because I loved it! It's good to get out of your comfort zone when it comes to books. Most of us tend to stick with what we know we'll like. This had me on the edge of my seat, or rather my bed, since I read at night before going to sleep. I loved the supernatural, good vs. evil theme, but it was the children and their powers that pulled me into the action scenes. I cared about these characters and felt protective of them. This is great storytelling! I hope this is Book One of a series." - Kristine Ward, author of Zigzagged Path to Wholeness
"Mr. Denney has achieved something that I didn't expect. He's pulled me back into the world of sci-fi!. I loved sci-fi in my youth but read mostly thrillers and mysteries now, but Mr. Denney destroys genre stereotypes. If you enjoy a character-driven suspenseful read that pulls you through twists and turns that are totally unexpected, then Soulsnatcher will scratch that itch that you didn't know you had." - Ken Schmanski
"Soulsnatcher is a novel that transcends genre, going well beyond what a reader would expect of a novel of this type and delving into the basic human need to protect those who are persecuted. Although Soulsnatcher is classified as a supernatural thriller, Denney builds a world that is totally believable and characters that become living, breathing people. An edge-of-the-seat read that I could not put down." - Lynda Fitzgerald, author of the LIVE series, If Truth Be Told, and Of Words & Music
"If you love suspenseful YA fiction with a good dose of imagination and a liberal helping of sci fi/fantasy, you will love Kerry Alan Denney’s Soulsnatcher.
Youth is a time when we start finding our way through the world – a time of struggle and peril, when adult judgment is just beginning and we might so easily lose our way. To be young and gifted is doubly perilous for, additionally, such youngsters must learn how best to use their exceptional gift. Through a page-turning plot Soulsnatcher tells the story of a group of young people with a gift which can manifest itself in a range of valuable ways – and the valuable always draws the eyes of thieves. As the youngsters struggle to come to terms with the demands of maturity, they are beset by greedy and deceitful foes. In a series of intense encounters the prodigies learn the importance of being able to look past the façade and truly judge between good and evil, so that they can use their gift with wisdom.
Soulsnatcher is also the story of the youngsters’ staunch defenders, a man who has overcome his own bitter background and learned to give with generosity and the utterly committed mother of one of the group. Finally, in an astounding denouement we are reminded that the young grow up, that for every rescued youngster being encouraged to use their gift as well as they can, there is a hitherto unsuspected adult living a life of quiet misery, after having been taught to hide it. In the emotionally satisfying conclusion, one such adult learns not to be afraid, with overwhelming results.
In a novel which explores the hard question of how to best be who we are, Kerry Alan Denney writes with echoes of John Marsden’s humane perception of the world and the competing effects of good and evil on young people about to enter adult society." - Rosemary Montgomery
"Soulsnatcher has all of the attributes that one looks for in a thrilling novel. The author, Kerry Alan Denney, has a talent for drawing his readers in and delivering them right into the thick of the plot. As the tension builds to a crescendo, the characters seem to take you by the hand and lead you with them through their terrifying adventure. The drama and intrigue culminate in a sequence of events that are both breathtaking and unforgettable. An outstanding work of fiction; this book merits all five stars and a bullet for literary excellence." - Mike Marjenhoff
"I'm not generally one who buys fantasy or sci fi books, but I'm so glad I have Soulsnatcher as a permanent addition to my library. The story lured me into a world where children and their families are in deadly danger, a completely believable world of intrigue and suspense, with a group of people I came to care about. Through it all, the "dark man" Cody Jackson works to rescue the hunted children, but even Cody comes up against powers that test his every ability." - Fran Stewart
"Soulsnatcher sounds like a story you may have heard before: children with special abilities pursued by evil people who want to exploit them for profit and defended by brave individuals who only want to protect them. But Soulsnatcher is so much more. Unlike the typical story of this type that focuses on the psychological, emotional and physical challenges of the 'super human' characters, Kerry Denney has woven the lives of ordinary, mundane people associated with them into a complex, intriguing tale full of insight and human nature, adventure and suspense. Denney lets the reader become part of the story, feeling at home with plot, comfortable with the characters, then surprise! Denney's imagination, style and sense of suspense make this a masterful story. Soulsnatcher got me." - Richard Bowman
"I read mostly for entertainment and escape, and Soulsnatcher delivered! An exciting battle between Good and Evil with a twist....no government intervention required for Good to triumph! Mr. Denney created characters that you can get behind and that left me wanting to know more. A very suspenseful page turner!" - Jeff Ward
"Great stuff! Masterfully written, the imagery totally transported me! Whenever I think of it I'm reminded with total vision recall. It takes a really good writer to plant a story complete with visualizations that doesn't fade! Especially in this head! Can't wait to see what else this author comes up with." - Doc Paula Lark
"I received this book, free, through goodreads. yada-yada, let's get to the good stuff. This book was absolutely radiant and I couldn't put it down. The characters became alive for me and even though it's fiction, the characters and their problems were real. I recommend this book to anyone that's not afraid of amazing literary skills and beautiful imagination." - Tara from Goodreads
