4.5 (2,311 ratings)

Haunted by Shadows: Magic Wars (Demons of New Chicago, Book 2)

Name: Haunted by Shadows: Magic Wars (Demons of New Chicago, Book 2)
Rating: 4.5 (2311 reviews)
Author: Kel Carpenter
ISBN: B08WCKRFK8

by Kel Carpenter

demons

About this book

Piper is a former supernatural bounty hunter whose past is rapidly catching up to her. After shifting her allegiances, she finds herself trapped in a world where her new allies are just as dangerous as her old enemies. With a target on her back and the future of those she loves held hostage, Piper refuses to sit on the sidelines. As the corruption of magic continues to rot New Chicago from the inside out, she realizes that playing by the rules is a death sentence.

This high-stakes urban fantasy thrives on the tension of a simmering enemies-to-lovers arc and the gritty atmosphere of dark romance. Piper is a classic headstrong protagonist who would rather burn the world down than let someone else dictate her fate. Surrounded by vamps, werewolves, and demons, she must navigate a web of betrayals where the lines between hero and villain are blurred beyond recognition.

For fans of fast-paced paranormal reads, this installment delivers explosive action and sharp-witted banter. If you crave stories featuring resilient, bite-back heroines and complex supernatural power dynamics, the Demons of New Chicago series is your next obsession. Prepare for a dark, sexy, and relentless descent into a city where survival demands a sacrifice.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B08WCKRFK8

Reader Reviews

Outstanding!!!!!

June 7, 2025

Wow! So much happens in this book. Secrets are revealed. Some answers given. Betrayals are strong. The story continues where book 1 leaves off. We continue the journey with Piper as she navigates the world that she is in. The second book pulls us in deeper than the first one. It was to the point I was unable to put it down. The story is well written and developed. I absolutely love the story. The characters are amazing and well developed. You can feel a connection with the as we learn more...

Whoa. What A Book!

May 22, 2024

Wow. This book was epic! The world building is incredible, and the characters are great, I just wish there FMC could be a little bit less intractable. Such a cool story! I can't wait to read book three now. 🤓 )

WoW 😳🤤😱🤯

September 14, 2021

So far so good I haven't been able to stop reading since I started the first or the second one.. It has everything from vamps, werewolves, witches, demons, power etc.. it was funny, sexy and kick-ass.. I love the main character, Piper, I love her attitude and personality, she's badass definitely my type of girl. I liked getting to know the other characters as well. It was one thing after another, never a dull moment. Some things were predictable but there was some things that weren't..This was...

Finally!!!!

September 23, 2025

‼️spoilers‼️ FMC: Piper MMC: Ronan I’m so glad Piper and Ronan FINALLY bonded. Also I love Nat, she is the voice of reason that Piper needs. She’s not wrong that most men wouldn’t put up with Piper’s attitude and baggage, but Ronan doesn’t want to change her, she’s changing herself in her own way. He wants to possess her intimately and in mind, body, and spirit. She’s his mate, his Atma. She has control issues though, but giving her past, it makes sense why. I’m glad she’s finally trusting...

Too Fast

November 19, 2024

I really enjoyed the 1st book. However, the pushing of this book was very very fast. It seemed like we zipped through scenes. I had to go back and re-read some of the scenes to make sure I understood everything because a lot was gone through so fast that I couldn't process it. )