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Pale Demon

The Hollows #9 / 18
by Kim Harrison
Pale Demon (The Hollows #9) by Kim Harrison
  ★ 8.38 / 8
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Condemned and shunned for black magic, Rachel Morgan has three days to get to the annual witches’ conference and clear her name, or be trapped in the demonic ever-after... forever after.

But a witch, an elf, a living vampire, and a pixy in one car going across the country? Talk about a recipe for certain disaster, even without being the targets for assassination.

For after centuries of torment, a fearsome demon walks in the sunlight — freed at last to slay the innocent and devour their souls. But his ultimate goal is Rachel Morgan, and in the fight for survival that follows, even embracing her own demonic nature may not be enough to save her.

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Category: Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Vampires, Witches
Release date: February 18, 2011

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Kim Harrison

Kim Harrison

Kim Harrison is a literary force whose work blurs the lines between urban fantasy, science fiction, and thriller, creating stories that captivate and intrigue readers from all walks of life. Born in Michigan, her journey into the world of writing was shaped by a deep love for characters who live on the edge of magic, mystery, and the everyday. Harrison's stories are set in dark, vivid worlds that resonate with both fans of supernatural tales and lovers of the unknown, earning her a dedicated following and a coveted spot on the New York Times bestseller list.

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Her most well-known work, The Hollows series, introduces Rachel Morgan, a tough-as-nails witch navigating a world filled with vampires, werewolves, and unpredictable magic. Set in a world where the supernatural is as much a part of life as the ordinary, the series combines fast-paced action with complex characters and rich world-building. This unique mix has earned her praise for creating stories that feel fresh yet timeless, weaving together elements of horror, humor, and heart in every book.

Harrison's writing is known for its compelling mix of humor and grit, with characters that feel like old friends—flawed, brave, and ever-evolving. She also writes under the pen name Dawn Cook, where her focus shifts to high fantasy, adding another layer to her versatility as an author. From young adult novels to graphic novels and anthologies, Harrison’s works span a range of genres, but her skill at crafting memorable characters and weaving them through intricate, often perilous, plots remains a constant.

With over two dozen books to her name, Kim Harrison has solidified her place as a master storyteller who thrives in the realm of the fantastical, yet deeply understands the nuances of human emotion. Whether she’s introducing readers to a world of magic and monsters or a gritty urban landscape, Harrison excels at making the extraordinary feel utterly relatable.

As she continues to work on new projects—most notably, new installments in The Hollows series and other urban fantasy endeavors—Kim Harrison proves that there’s always more magic to be uncovered. And for her readers, each new adventure is just as thrilling as the last.

"I don’t think I’ve ever seen the world the same way as others. I’ve always had a certain need to create worlds where the ordinary meets the extraordinary." - Kim Harrison

Her work continues to inspire and entertain, offering a blend of heart, humor, and the unexpected—always leaving readers eagerly awaiting the next chapter in her ever-expanding universe.

The Hollows

The Hollows series (also called the Rachel Morgan series) is a series of eleven mystery novels, six short stories, one graphic novel, and one compendium resource by Kim Harrison, published by HarperCollins Publishers, in an urban fantasy alternate history universe and set primarily in the city of Cincinnati and its suburbs.

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The alternate history is built upon two premises: the recent open existence of magical and supernatural species, primarily witches, vampires, and werewolves, with the human population; and the historical investment of Cold War military spending in genetic engineering as opposed to the Space Race, which resulted in the accidental release of a virus via a genetically modified tomato in the 1960s that killed a significant portion of the human population. The series is set approximately forty years after this plague, referred to as 'The Turn' within the series.


The Hollows consists of eighteen primary books, and includes two additional books that complement the series but are not considered mandatory reads. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

The Turn: The Hollows Begins with Death (The Hollows #0.1)
  ★ 10.00 / 1
Dead Witch Walking (The Hollows #1)
  ★ 7.92 / 14
The Good, the Bad, and the Undead (The Hollows #2)
  ★ 7.82 / 11
Every Which Way But Dead (The Hollows #3)
  ★ 7.60 / 10
A Fistful of Charms (The Hollows #4)
  ★ 8.26 / 8
For a Few Demons More (The Hollows #5)
  ★ 8.28 / 7
Where Demons Dare (The Hollows #6)
  ★ 9.00 / 9
White Witch, Black Curse (The Hollows #7)
  ★ 8.50 / 8
Black Magic Sanction (The Hollows #8)
  ★ 8.50 / 8
Pale Demon (The Hollows #9)
  ★ 8.38 / 8
A Perfect Blood (The Hollows #10)
  ★ 8.50 / 8
Into the Woods: Tales from the Hollows and Beyond (The Hollows #10.1)
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Ever After (The Hollows #11)
  ★ 7.86 / 7
The Undead Pool (The Hollows #12)
  ★ 8.66 / 3
The Witch with No Name (The Hollows #13)
  ★ 8.66 / 3
American Demon (The Hollows #14)
  ★ 9.00 / 2
Million Dollar Demon (The Hollows #15)
  ★ 10.00 / 1
Trouble with the Cursed (The Hollows #16)
not yet rated
Demons of Good and Evil (The Hollows #17)
  ★ 9.00 / 2
Demon's Bluff (The Hollows #18)
  ★ 10.00 / 10


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