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Trouble with the Cursed

The Hollows #16 / 18
by Kim Harrison
Trouble with the Cursed (The Hollows #16) by Kim Harrison
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Rachel Morgan must keep her friends close—and her enemies closer—in the next Hollows novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Kim Harrison.

Rachel Morgan, witch-born demon, has one unspoken rule: take chances, but pay for them yourself. With it, she has turned enemies into allies, found her place with her demon kin, and stepped up as the subrosa of Cincinnati—responsible for keeping the paranormal community at peace and in line.

Life is . . . good? Even better, her best friend, Ivy Tamwood, is returning home. Nothing’s simple, though, and Ivy’s not coming alone. The vampires’ ruling council insists she escort one of the long undead, hell-bent on proving that Rachel killed Cincy’s master vampire to take over the city. Which, of course, Rachel totally did not do. She only transformed her a little.

With Rachel’s friends distracted by their own lives and problems, she reaches out to a new ally for help—the demon Hodin. But this trickster has his own agenda. In the end, the only way for Rachel to save herself and the city may be to forge a new understanding with her estranged demon teacher, Al. There’s just one problem: Al would sell his own soul to be rid of her. . . . 

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FantasyUrban FantasyVampiresWitches
Release date: June 14, 2022

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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)
★ 8.06 / 15
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)
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Demons of Good and Evil (The Hollows #17)
★ 10.00 / 1
Demon's Bluff (The Hollows #18)
⧗ 10.00 / 10


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