Lorestalker The Beast of Rose Valley

Terror lurks in the shadows of Rose Valley-hungry and back for blood.A devastating accident leaves Jake Rollins broken and stranded in his hometown. He just wants to heal and escape Rose Valley forever, but when a sheep is savagely torn apart on the ranch where he's recovering, Jake is thrust into a nightmare that refuses to stay buried.After the stubborn sheriff dismisses the mutilation as a coyote attack, Jake teams up with Shandi Mason, his sharp-witted high school flame turned local reporter. Together, they uncover a century-old curse: a relentless creature that's haunted the town with secrets, slaughter, and shame guarded by its most trusted residents.As the beast turns from livestock to locals, igniting a desperate manhunt, Jake and Shandi race against time to expose the truth... or become its next victims. Will they unravel the dark legacy before Rose Valley falls forever?FINALIST: Readers' Favorite Book Award - Finalist: Fiction - ParanormalFINALIST (Top 20): The Kindle Book Review Awards - Fiction - Horror/SuspenseWINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Horror Fiction~~~EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the pulse-pounding opener to the multiple-award-winning "Lorestalker" series-where cryptids come alive in tales of dark lore and unrelenting suspense. Dive in now and face the beast!"Barnett's plot is clever and irresistible... a sheer pleasure to read. Horror, thriller and mystery fans alike will find much to their liking." ~ Jack Magnus, Readers' Favorite"The well fleshed out characters are one of the strengths of the story." ~ Lit Amri, Readers' Favorite Book Reviews"Intrigue, curiosity, surprises, and the depth of the plot will keep you on the edge of your seat." ~ K.J. Simmill, Readers' Favorite Book Reviews