The Devil You Know
The Devil You Know
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionLondon • Contemporary
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Devil You Know by Mike Carey follows Felix Castor, a freelance exorcist in a world where the supernatural is a part of everyday life. Castor is hired to solve mysteries involving ghosts and demons while grappling with personal challenges and moral dilemmas. This urban fantasy novel combines elements of mystery and the supernatural.
Mysterious
Dark
Gritty
Suspenseful
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
18,474 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Mike Carey's The Devil You Know receives praise for its engaging and original urban fantasy narrative that skillfully melds humor and suspense. Readers appreciate its fast-paced plot and vividly drawn characters, particularly the protagonist, Felix Castor. However, some critics mention a reliance on genre tropes. Overall, it's well-regarded for its creative storytelling.
Who Should Read The Devil You Know?
Fans of urban fantasy with gritty detective elements will enjoy The Devil You Know by Mike Carey. Readers who appreciate the supernatural intrigue in Jim Butcher’s The Dresden Files and the dark humor of Neil Gaiman’s Good Omens will find this novel captivating.
18,474 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Mystery & Crime FictionLondon • Contemporary
2007
Adult
18+ years
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