13 Days
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“Yes,” Bishop Tafoya said. “There are a lot of writings the church in its history decided were too full of the fantastic to be worth including. The truth is that some of the books not included in the Bible may have been referencing things we could not explain but that make sense in what we face today. When evil was driven from physical form to spiritual, demons that walked upright could no longer do so, except for one period of time in the year, known as the Thirteenth Month. “There is debate on when the final battle of good and evil happened, but many believe it was in the time of Christ, when he drove evil forces completely out of men. All that was left of evil then was the ability to influence, but not control.” “Is that why the number thirteen has such superstition about it?” Samar asked. “The Shadows made themselves known in the early twelfth-century,” Bishop Tafoya said. “They infested weak men and attacked believers who travelled to the holy city. The Templars were formed to protect the travelers.” “What does this have to do with the number thirteen?” Bishop Tafoya held up his hand. “Give me a minute. The rebellion against the Knights Templar that resulted in the execution of their leaders happened on a Friday, the thirteenth! That made the date recognizable as is the force behind it. The evil we fight today hides in moments of time.” “It tries to make those moments whole, and control its host,” Jimmie said. Claudia listened intently to the conversation around her. Although she had known of the Shadows, she hadn’t known the history behind them. She noticed Samar folding his hands together and could tell he was trying to grasp all that was being told to him. “All of you believe this?” Samar asked. “I had trouble at first,” Claudia said. “I was raised going to church, but my education took me into the world of science, psychiatry and the study of mental illness. I cannot explain all of what I have seen so I joined the group and helped them.” “It is an age-old battle in all histories,” Bishop Tafoya said. “A battle that your father was a part of and that has now touched you.” “So,” Jimmie spoke, “ready for that plane ride back to wherever you came from yet?”
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In this sequel to The 13th Month, 2015 Finalist Foreword Review Book of Year Contest, forces of good and evil battle for power. Samar Hamish is an archeologist obsessed with confirming his faith by digging up proof of historical events. He is warned in a dream that he has 13 Days to prevent the Shadows, parasitic creatures waiting inside moments of time that warp reality and influence their hosts. The countdown begins. He seeks out a team made up of a priest, shaman, psychiatrist and a college professor, who have been waging a covert battle against the creatures. Once banished into another dimension, the Shadows are fighting to take control. A secret plan to send soldiers through a portal to combat the Shadows in their dimension is in jeopardy and may backfire allowing the creatures to enter into the world of humans. With a limited number of days to react, the team must find a way to stop the plan. First, they must convince a council representing the world’s religions to delay the soldiers. They must also confront the demons and tragedies of the past, and learn to trust each other. Can the team find a way to stop the force that feeds on our own ill-intentions and insecurities or is it too late? What sacrifice must be made to turn back the tide and close the gates of Hell? “In his page-turning Christian themed novel, The 13th Month, Louis Paul DeGrado offers a fresh take on the theme of demonic powers among us. With its unusual theme, colorful characters and nail-biting plot, this book is sure to please anyone who appreciates a different take on evil.” --BlueInk Review “A thriller filled with intrique.” -Clarion Review
About the Author
Louis Paul DeGrado is an author, songwriter, poet and bard who loves science fiction and going on adventures. A Gulf War Veteran and cancer Survivor, this is his eighth novel published. He grew up in Pueblo, Colorado with an appreciation for nature and the beauty of the mountains and is fascinated by the ancient Native-American culture of the area. After a tour in the United States Army, Louis went to Colorado State University and achieved his MBA. A story-teller since the earliest age, Louis has four book of the year finalist awards, five Editor’s Choice Awards as well as three Rising Star Designations. To read more of his work you can visit him online at www.Literarylou.com.