The Journals of Octavia Hollows
The Journals of Octavia Hollows; Books 1-6
With a touch of her hand, Octavia Hollows can restore life. Yet, she couldn’t save the man she loved from the horrific accident that stole him from her. Octavia thought she could outrun the pain, but ghosts from the past refuse to be silenced. Out of options, she chooses to retrace her wayward journey across the country in search of answers. Surrounded by baffling mysteries of the undead, what she learns about herself along the way might become her greatest weapon.
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This six novella series chronicles Octavia's adventures in:
Wake the Dead
Dead Man's Hand
Caught Dead
Drop Dead Gorgeous
Dead Ringer
Dead as a Doornail
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"This is Rourke at her finest: sassy and completely unapologetic. Proving again why she's a powerhouse in this industry."
-USA Today Best Selling Author Rue Volley
"This book has it all: a kickass heroine, loads of action... and a pig named Bacon."
-NYT & USA Today Best Selling Author Karen Lynch
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Fate Worse than Death: Octavia Hollows Book 2
A necromancer with an attitude meets a killer with a vendetta.
After facing off with a Jinn, a Minotaur, and a siren, necromancer Octavia Hollows thought she’d seen the most vicious creatures in existence.
Until she learns of a depraved serial killer hunting young women. One of his victims is still missing while someone close to Octavia is being held by police in connection to the crimes.
Flanked by hot-as-sin wolf-man, Reid, and her undead pig, Bacon, Octavia races to stop the killer and clear her friend’s name. Yet as she risks her neck for those she loves, she may land on the chopping block of a merciless madman…
***CLIFFHANGER ENDING***
"Stacey Rourke is an expert wordsmith. She has a way of captivating readers and never fails to deliver an unforgettable story. Fate Worse Than Death contains all the necessary ingredients for a truly enjoyable read —romance, action, suspense, and even a pig! I simply couldn't put this book down!" - Mary Ting, Benjamin Franklin Award-Winning Author
"A thrilling murder mystery with True Blood and Dexter vibes. Octavia's latest journey brings her closer to the darkness than ever before." -Award-winning author Tish Thawer
"Holy undead pig! This is a non-stop thrill ride of wicked badassery. Stacey grabs you by the gumballs and never let’s go. Hands down one of the best books of the year!" -USA Today Bestselling author Rue Volley
Jaws Of Death:
Octavia Hollows Book 3
Can a necromancer raise a family?
It depends how close together they’re buried.
The cruel hand of fate has struck down someone Octavia Hollows cares for... yet again. Not one to give up without a fight, the snarky necromancer is ready to stomp death into submission.
With her undead pig, Bacon, by her side, Octavia finds herself mixed up in the politics of the local werewolf pack. Surrounded by a looming darkness, the wolves are being targeted in deadly traps. Following the few clues she can uncover leads to more questions than answers.
Broken alliances.
Voodoo magic.
A long-dead serial killer.
Each element is a token in a madman’s game. Can Octavia unravel the mystery without triggering another trap? Or are the Jaws of Death something no one can escape?
Death's Door:
Octavia Hollows Book 4
Necromancers are just healers with really bad timing.
After a friend is banished by her pack, Octavia Hollows goes in search of her. The pink-haired necromancer refuses to allow someone she cares for suffer that cruel solitude. Yet something sinister is lurking in the shadows, closing in fast.
Without her pig, sexy werewolf, or swords by her side, Octavia finds herself surrounded by an evil far more malicious than anything she’s ever faced. The living dead have discovered what her resurrection powers can do for them, and they have no plans of letting her go.
Vindictive vampires.
Troubled spirits.
Gut-wrenching loss.
Every tragic element seems to work against Octavia’s chance at survival. Can she solve the mysteries locked within the haunted manor walls? Or is there truly no escape from Death’s Door?
Dead Wrong:
Octavia Hollows Book 5
Give the gift of life. Become a necromancer today!
Octavia Hollows’ necromancy abilities are on the fritz. Raising an army of reanimated corpses can do that. But this little hiccup couldn't come at a worse time. A vampire took a fae princess hostage. In retaliation, the King of the Winter Court is threatening war on all of Lavender Lotus if his daughter isn't returned.
Her werewolf has been brainwashed.
Her abilities are volatile.
And Death himself is tracking her every move.
As hopes for a peaceful resolution fade, Octavia is faced with the choice to sacrifice her future to save the present. With her ride-or-die swinekick at her side, can she prevent a supernatural war from reducing her beloved town to ash? Or are her dreams of achieving a happily-ever-after Dead Wrong?
