Review for Viral Blues by C S Boyack #HumourousDarkComedy @virgilante

Someone knows about the hat. The creature from another dimension that helps Lizzie fight against the creatures of darkness.
They are summoned to a cryptic meeting with a secret society, where they meet other people with enhanced skills. It turns out someone, or something, has been tampering with the world’s vaccine supply. The goal doesn’t appear to be political or financial, but biblical pestilence.
Can this group of loners come together in time to make a difference when even the proper authorities are obstacles?
Check out Viral Blues, for your dose of paranormal adventure, with a strong sample of dark humor. And in recent superhero style, don’t miss the secret last chapter after the back material.

Our Review

I wasn’t sure about the premise for Viral Blues, considering the state of the planet right now. I thought it might be just a little too close for comfort, but the cast of characters soon grabbed me by my coat tails and pulled me into the story with wonderful enthusiasm!

Such an interesting idea, bringing all your favourite characters together in one book. They all fit together well, apart from the Hat, who, lets face it, has never been a team player but did his level best to rule the roost!

That extra chapter at the end was worthy of being compared to some of Hollywood’s best (and cringe-making) finales. It is extremely well written but nasty in the extreme, but villains should always get their comeuppance, shouldn’t they? And what happened to Danny O’Malley was poetic!


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Responses

  1. coldhandboyack Avatar

    I always wanted to bring Clovis back. When this idea hit me, only Gina’s secret society could pull this group together. Since she is acquainted with him, that was his way back.

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    1. jenanita01 Avatar

      Truly amazing!

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  2. Teri Polen Avatar

    Really enjoyed this one – I’m such a Clovis fan!

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  3. Jet Eliot Avatar

    Great review, Anita and Jaye, and congratulations to Craig on another winner. I have read Viral Blues and highly recommend it. Fast-moving plot, fun characters, and excellent writing.

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    1. coldhandboyack Avatar

      Thanks for weighing in here. So glad you enjoyed the story.

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  4. coldhandboyack Avatar

    It was a great review. Thanks, Jan.

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  5. Jan Sikes Avatar

    A great review, Craig! I loved how she said the characters grabbed her by the coattails and wouldn’t let go. :)

    Liked by 1 person

  6. Mae Clair Avatar

    Teehee, loved your review, especially the bit about the “last” chapter.
    I really enjoyed this one, too. So great to see all those fabulous characters together in one entertaining tale!

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    1. coldhandboyack Avatar

      I don’t know that it was required to wrap the story, but Clovis would go off on his own and take care of business. Adding it that way fit with the corny form of this series, I thought.

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      1. jenanita01 Avatar

        It was a brilliant way to end what is really another part of the series!

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        1. coldhandboyack Avatar

          Glad you enjoyed the “ending credits” scene.

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      2. Mae Clair Avatar

        It was perfect!

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    2. jenanita01 Avatar

      and more to come… lovely!

      Liked by 1 person

  7. Soooz Avatar

    Congrats, Craig! A great review. I’m so looking forward to reading this one.

    Liked by 2 people

    1. coldhandboyack Avatar

      Makes my day. Hope you enjoy it.

      Liked by 1 person

  8. coldhandboyack Avatar

    Thank you, Joan. More in store for them, I promise.

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  9. Joan Hall Avatar

    Lizzie and The Hat are two of my favorite characters. Nice review!

    Liked by 1 person

    1. jenanita01 Avatar
  10. John W. Howell Avatar

    I enjoyed your review and reading Viral Blues. Congratulations to Craig

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    1. coldhandboyack Avatar

      Thank you, John.

      Liked by 2 people

    2. jenanita01 Avatar

      Thanks for that, John…

      Liked by 1 person

  11. Judi Lynn Avatar

    Nice to see C.S. Boyack get more attention. Loved the tease at the end of the review.

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    1. jenanita01 Avatar

      This lovely story deserved a second showing…

      Liked by 1 person

    2. coldhandboyack Avatar

      Thank you for checking it out.

      Liked by 2 people

  12. Staci Troilo Avatar

    Oh, my gosh. You’re right. The cast is amazing. I’d read volumes of their stories.

    Great review. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. coldhandboyack Avatar

      Thank you, Staci. Your comment fuels my fire.

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    2. jenanita01 Avatar

      There will be more!

      Liked by 2 people

  13. Marcia Avatar

    I thoroughly enjoyed The Hat and have this one on my Kindle. I’m really looking forward to reading it, and your review has made me decide to push it up in my TBR pile, for sure. So nice to see it getting some love! :)

    Liked by 3 people

    1. coldhandboyack Avatar

      Hope you enjoy it, when the time comes.

      Liked by 3 people

      1. Marcia Avatar

        I’m absolutely sure I’m going to, Craig! :) Looking forward to it.

        Liked by 3 people

    2. jenanita01 Avatar

      You will love it!

      Liked by 1 person

  14. harmonykentonline Avatar

    I thoroughly enjoyed Viral Blues, and it was great to see Lizzie and the Hat again. Great review! 😊

    Liked by 2 people

    1. coldhandboyack Avatar

      Thank you, Harmony. I’m committed to writing more about these characters.

      Liked by 2 people

      1. jenanita01 Avatar

        Wonderful news, Craig…

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    2. jenanita01 Avatar

      Looking forward to the next in the series!

      Liked by 1 person

  15. D. Wallace Peach Avatar

    Another book that I enjoyed. Great review. I haven’t read one of Craig’s books in a while. Gotta pick up another one soon. Happy Reading. :-)

    Liked by 3 people

    1. coldhandboyack Avatar

      Thank you for saying so here. Hope something in my catalog appeals to you. I’m planning on two more releases this year, one of which will be about Lizzie and The Hat.

      Liked by 3 people

      1. D. Wallace Peach Avatar

        I have me eyes on Serang, Craig. Just trying to clear out the kindle a bit before I go on another buying binge. :-)

        Liked by 3 people

        1. coldhandboyack Avatar

          I think you’ll like that one. Thanks.

          Liked by 1 person

        2. jenanita01 Avatar

          Serang is another good one, you will love it!

          Liked by 1 person

  16. coldhandboyack Avatar

    Reblogged this on Entertaining Stories and commented:
    Viral Blues get’s some love today. Go visit and check it out. Jaye and Anita are super supporters of the writing community, and prolific authors. You might find your next favorite blog or new read while you’re there.

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    1. jenanita01 Avatar

      Lovely comments, Craig…

      Liked by 2 people

  17. coldhandboyack Avatar

    I’m so excited that you enjoyed my story. Doubly excited that you posted about it here. Thanks for doing that.

    Liked by 2 people

    1. jenanita01 Avatar

      You are so welcome, Craig…

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