4.5 (8 ratings)

In Possession: Book One of Blessings and Curses

Name: In Possession: Book One of Blessings and Curses
Rating: 4.5 (8 reviews)
Author: Carmen Whittemore
ISBN: B0FS85KT61

by Carmen Whittemore

demons

About this book

Brina Marley spent her career as a therapist for the Catholic Church, meticulously distinguishing between mental illness and true demonic possession. She was the gatekeeper of the divine, until her partner’s sudden, suspicious death shattered her world. Left without a job and fueled by grief, Brina is desperate to uncover the truth behind a tragedy that the church wants to keep buried.

Her search leads her toward a mysterious stranger who offers a dangerous alliance. As she steps into the shadows of hell-realms and ancient conspiracies, Brina realizes that the line between the saved and the damned is thinner than she ever imagined. This gripping paranormal romance pulls her into a world where exorcisms are a battlefield and trust is the most lethal weapon of all.

For readers who crave a high-stakes blend of chilling horror and smoldering tension, this story is the perfect obsession. It masterfully balances the grit of a supernatural thriller with a complex, steamy romance that will keep you turning pages long into the night. If you love stories where the devil is in the details and the stakes are nothing less than your soul, prepare to lose yourself in this haunting, action-packed journey.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0FS85KT61

Reader Reviews

Loved this book!

July 25, 2025

Amazing debut novel by Carmen Whittemore! Intrigue, steamy romance and excorcisms are not something you find in a book every day. Great read and I look forward to the next book! )

Romantic and Chilling!

October 18, 2023

Perfect for the spooky season. A little bit of The Exorcist, and the Possession. With a very sexy male witch who supports our wonderfully clever psychologist as she finds herself being pulled deeper into a supernatural world, filled with Magick, Coffee and Mystery. )

Fun and quick read

August 4, 2023

It's a fun little romp with a little bit of everything: drama, romance, humor, action, etc. )

Really good read!

April 25, 2025

Really enjoyed this read. This was my first paranormal romance as I’m usually a romantasy girly, but I was very pleasantly surprised by how much I loved it! Solid story, perfect amount of spice, and any miscommunication between the main characters was sorted out quickly (because let’s be honest it’s frustrating when that gets dragged on because like hello just talk to each other). Can’t wait for the next book! )

Well-Rounded Read

August 20, 2023

The author, Carmen Whittemore, does a fantastic job of character building so the reader becomes invested. She writes mystery into the storyline to keep you guessing in multiple aspects. The spiciness is enough to intrigue, but not so much to intimidate, and the internal monologue of the main charter is so relatable there are moments you're tempted to laugh out loud. Overall a surprising complex story (especially compared to other books in the romance genre), and waiting patiently for book 2. )