Dandelion, Alex Bledsoe
Dandelion, Alex Bledsoe
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Dandelion

Author: Alex Bledsoe

Narrator: Stefan Rudnicki

Unabridged: 9 hr

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/01/2022


Synopsis

Reverend Deacon Elder does the Lord’s work in his own unique way. A former marine with the ability to detect and cast out demons, Deke goes where the need—and the evil—is greatest.After receiving a terrifying warning of a botched exorcism, Deke shows up in Somerton, Tennessee, ready for battle. The demon possessing sixteen-year-old Carlyss Bolerjack had only partially been driven out, and Deke must convince a traumatized Carlyss to submit to a second exorcism.But there’s more than one demon in Somerton. A powerful evil going by the name “Dandelion” has sunk its claws into Linda Scote, the local mean girl who was more than willing to invite the demon in.As Deke tries to save both women, he’s opposed by both a bogus tent-revival evangelist and Linda’s slacker cousin, who may harbor his own demon. He’s helped by Carlyss’s social worker, who draws the line at believing in true evil, and another minister who’s seen demons up close. But what part is played by the giant twenty-four-hour TLC-Mart outside of town, which hides its own sinister secret behind bright lights and insipid jingles?

About Alex Bledsoe

Alex Bledsoe grew up in western Tennessee. He’s been a reporter, legal copy editor, and door-to-door vacuum cleaner salesman. He now lives in Wisconsin. For more information, visit him at AlexBledsoe.com and on Twitter as @AlexBledsoe.

About Stefan Rudnicki

Stefan Rudnicki first became involved with audiobooks in 1994. Now a Grammy-winning audiobook producer, he has worked on more than five thousand audiobooks as a narrator, writer, producer, or director. He has narrated more than nine hundred audiobooks. A recipient of multiple AudioFile Earphones Awards, he was presented the coveted Audie Award for solo narration in 2005, 2007, and 2014, and was named one of AudioFile’s Golden Voices in 2012.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Tommy on October 06, 2022

Tremendously effective possession story, taking place in a small town in West Tennessee. Bledsoe has always had a strong ear for dialog, and his ability to write the warts of Southern life without lapsing into parody is in full force here. The story is creepy too the point of being unsettling, and I......more

Goodreads review by Maggie on October 04, 2022

As a proud GenX-er, reading this felt like when I used to sneak Stephen King and other “inappropriate” paperbacks as a kid. Except now I’m allowed to read books with swearing and sex, and this one is updated for a new generation with Big Box store madness, modern day mean girls and frothy religious......more

Goodreads review by Penny on April 11, 2023

Excellent horror Well, this was certainly disturbing - as all good horror should be! Demonic possession with a Southern twist. Some imagery that has haunted me since I started reading this book, and that will likely remain for a while. Bledsoe can certainly turn a phrase in a memorable way!......more

Goodreads review by Tara on January 03, 2023

This was an entertaining read. Sex, demons, dark humor, and rednecks. Like the Exorcist meets Wal-Mart. Was this guy ever a ghost writer for Stephen King? Apparently he went to my alma mater, in Tennessee, so that explains some of it.......more

Goodreads review by Chris on May 09, 2023

Fun read. Love the author's take on demonic possession. The story is dark and gritty, with moments of humor and social commentary. Character's are fun, funny, likable and in some cases creepy and detestable. Most of all they are distinct and the plight engaging. A couple of wild and innovative scene......more


Quotes

“Beautifully written, surprisingly moving, and unexpected in the best of ways.” Seanan McGuire, New York Times bestselling author, on Wisp of a Thing

“The bone-deep mystery, the setting, the music, and the harsh beauty of its characters; it gives a new meaning to well played.” Rachel Caine, New York Times bestselling author, on Wisp of a Thing