"For the reader who watches where they walk on a dark and eerie late winter night, “Dark Spirits: Monsters, Demons, and Devils" by Richard Estep is an essential book to have on your shelf. Entries include “Dark Corners of the World,” “In the Blood,” “Cursed,” and “Something Monstrous,” so you know you're in scary-good hands. Keep going to “Stranger Than Fiction,” “Not of This Earth,” and lock the doors.” -Bookworm Sez
“Richard [Estep] takes you down the dark forbidden hallways of the unknown. … [There’s] a smorgasbord of supernatural stories in this book … and some more creepy stories that will give you goosebumps. I had to keep the lights on while reading this book. Be prepared to shake and shiver!” —Jazma Online
“Dark Spirits covers a full spectrum of high strange accounts … [a] good number of them are downright nightmarish. The book promises to deliver authenticated tales of “monsters, aliens, and a panoply of weird phenomena,” and it indeed delivers. … Though best to be read in the light of day, Dark Spirits is nonetheless both entertaining and educational. That is if you want to peak behind the curtain of Oz and are the least bit curious about eyewitness accounts of the deep weird zones of the unexplained.” —Alternative Perceptions magazine
“Throughout history, most cultures have believed in curses; the idea that a dark and harmful influence can be placed on another person, an object, or a place. This even extends to specific enterprises and the making of a motion picture such as The Exorcist, The Omen or The Twilight Zone. Curses are usually place deliberately, with the full intention of causing harm. There is a school of thought that cursing a specific individual can be more dangerous to the person inflicting the curse than it can be to the intended recipient.” —Haunted Magazine
““Dark Spirits: Monsters, Demons, and Devils” explores the shadowy corners of folklore. … The book offers a compelling blend of historical research, personal anecdotes, and chilling tales. … [H]e explores a diverse array of dark beings. These range from classic demons and devils to lesser-known monsters and folkloric creatures. … His engaging writing style captivates readers. His thorough research ensures this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the darker side of the supernatural. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, you’re sure to find something intriguing.” —Basement of the Bizarre
