I recently read a short story with this character and liked it so much I bought the first book (novella) in the series. It doesn’t even seem like the same character. The Quincy Harker in this book is sweary, arrogant, violent, and all-around unlikable—a big difference from the character whose story I read in Fantastic Hope.
Wow, I’m surprised and disappointed. I’m tempted to try the next one, mainly out of curiosity about when the author starts dialing it back with this guy, but for now, I need a break.
Rats. ( )

Foul mouth Quincy Harker is an amazing character. After I got used to all the "F" bombs, something I think is unnecessary usually, I liked him, his attitude and his relationship with "Uncle" Luc. I will definitely be reading even more of Mr. Hartness' other series. ( )

demons, angels, law-enforcement, snarky, Dracula

Quincy Harker is the nephew of Dracula, has his own guardian angel, annoys the everything out of a local police detective, meets the government backup, and wreaks vengeance on demons and black magic users. He gets called in by a parent to exorcize the daughter, and it all goes south from there. Colorful language and lots of snarky humor make this a good read. ( )

When I came across this title, I knew I had to get it. The description really appealed to me. I enjoyed Jim Butcher’s Dresden Files and thought this would be similar. I was right, it is similar to Butcher’s series but I was also wrong. I didn’t like it, I loved it. The only thing I didn’t like was it’s length. It is a novella and runs just over two and a half hours. I enjoyed it so much I didn’t want it to end.

There are so many things I loved about this story. Quincy Harker, the main character, has more attitude than a high school full of teenagers and a mouth that would put the Navy to shame. He is irreverent. When he tries to explain to a man that his daughter is dead, the father continues to grasp for some hope that his daughter can be saved, prompting Quincy to remark, “sometimes I think we should have left hope locked in Pandora’s box. It causes as much trouble as it fixes.” That says so much about the character, someone who has seen and lived through too many terrible things. Quincy also has a great sense of humor. He gives someone, “my most charming smile which I’ve been told reminds people of Anthony Hopkins from Silence of the Lambs.” You have to love a guy who states that a nasty frat boy is in “dire need of defenestration.”

The story just flew. It was fast paced from the first minute and never really slowed down. James Foster did an excellent job narrating it. He conveyed all the attitude Quincy dished out while also making his uncle as chillingly terrify as one expects. Mr. Foster did a wonderful job with all the side characters also. I especially enjoyed his Reinfeld. The production values were excellent.

There are two other Quincy Harker novellas on Amazon. I am hoping the author has Mr. Foster narrate them. I would snap them up.

Story (Plot) 5
Performance 5
Production Quality 5
Attention Holding 5

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At first glance and after the first few minutes of listening I thought Raising Hell was going to be very similar in nature to the Sandman Slim series. Well, really the only thing similar here was the voice choice of the narrator James Foster. I tend to really enjoy paranormal detective mysteries so I had pretty high hope for this title.

Quincy Harker is the nephew of Count Dracula, yes, the Count Dracula. Half vampire himself and has been alive for almost two centuries. In this time he has taken up the profession of demon hunter. Because of his lineage Harker has special abilities; such as super strength and speed, an aptitude with magic, a sharp mind and remarkable talent for pissing off the cops. Raising Hell gives a great introduction to Harker and other interesting characters.

We are introduced to Harker while he is performing a home exorcism. This leads him to a college fraternity and ultimately to a very powerful black magic sorcerer. That’s all you get from me about the plot. Because it is so short anything more would be a spoiler.

I will be the first to admit that I have a weakness for protagonists that are belligerent and have a smart a*s attitude with dialog that is full of one liners. Made me laugh out loud several times. Like a cross between Joe Ledger and Michael Talbot.

Raising Hell is a very quick listen, my only real complaint is how short it is. I would be a supporter of a full length novel series. If you like paranormal modern detective stories you will love this audiobook. Kept me engaged throughout and thoroughly entertained. The writing style was perfect and flowed flawlessly. I am looking forward to more from Harker.

This has to be one of James Foster’s most dynamic performances ever! Somehow making his regular super calm and soft spoken voice into a raspy, gravely treat for the ears, for Harker. While switching back to several characterizations with his normal voice. Keeping them all distinct and easily identifiable. Clearly making Foster a great choice for this series.

Audiobook provided for review by the narrator. ( )