Deep in the swamps of the Louisiana bayou, a horrifying secret lies waiting to be discovered.A legend haunts the bayou, a chilling tale of a beast that is born from a curse…the Rougarou.When Emma Rose Crane lets hunter Cass Willow convince her to help him on a ghost hunt, she never imagined she’d be trudging through the swamps, let alone stumbling upon a mess of mangled bodies—or running into the … bodies—or running into the creature responsible for the rotting remains.
With no backup available to them, she’s forced to show Cass her demonic side to help them escape, but that’s not the only problem. When the creature attacked them, it infected them with the same curse that drove it mad. There’s only one hope—kill the beast to cure the infection.
Time is not on their side as they race to save themselves and discover the truth behind the legend. But first they have to survive the effects of the curse long enough to find the creature and put it down…
Before they succumb to the hunger eating them alive.
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I loved the Ghost File series where Emma AKA Maddie was first introduced to me. The series has always held me, now as Emma starts to enter into adulthood and all that comes with it, so does this new series by Apryl Baker. I am over joyed and just love how Apryl Baker is growing the series as Emma grows instead of leaving her in a child like state we get to experience and see her move into adulthood and more adult theme topics that comes in life as one does grow. I could not put this book down and well lets say I had it read within two hours and now must wait for the next one with eager anticipation that always awaits me as I read Apryl Baker’s books. I can’t wait to see where Emma and Dan go, will they every actually get married or will Dan always have the ring waiting for her. I am so curious to see where her family times with her half brother go and what he would do for her. It was interesting learning more about Emma’s biological mother who had used a mortal body to produce Emma. Emma story is so far from over, as more is revealed about her and leaves you excited for what is next to come. What is this ability that Emma has but someone has locked it away and who did that? Can it be fixed so that when Emma other sides beyond reaping come out that she would be able to actually heal herself and not bring death so close to her door. What about the higher powers who fear what Emma is and could do, did they do this or will the play a bigger part in coming after Emma later on. So many question leave you wondering and waiting for the next book.
The second book in the Crane Diaries series definitely does not disappoint! Mattie/Emma runs into a rougarou and must overcome the effects of the encounter before time runs out. And then there’s Dan. Mattie’s literal soul mate. Everyone needs a Dan in their life!
This book is a definite must read!
Another great MUST read! I have followed the characters since the Ghost Files to this spin off series and I cannot get enough of Maddie/ Emma. The book is a page turner and keeps you wanting more. We have seen Maddie’s character develop from a child (in ghost files) to a strong young woman (crane diaries.) this book picked up right where Homecoming left off, expanding on characters introduced in Homecoming. This book had me on the edge of my seat wanting to know what was going to happen, but wanting to read it as slow as possible because I cannot get enough. The is one of the series a re-read time and time again.
Apryl is an extremely talented author who keeps you on the edge of your seats wanting to know more. I cannot wait for the next book in this series.
This book is fantastic. I’m a huge fan of the Original series, so I’ve been waiting on pins and needles for the next book to be available. The characters are great and it was fun to get to be a little more involved with some recent ones. It’s also nice to see Maddie growing up now.
I have followed Mattie since the first book. Mattie has grown throughout the series and I can’t stop reading. Apryl Baker had done an amazing job keeping her readers attached to the characters. I can’t wait for the series to continue.
I loved the ghost files and ilove that we still get to follow Mattie and see how grow. I have loved the first extension and was captivated just asich by the second.
I LOVED this book. Being able to follow Mattie/Emma and watch her grow has been an amazing experience and this has been equally exciting. I love the adventures and mischief Mattie seems to always get herself into, and seeing her relationship with Officer Dan bloom. I cannot wait for the next chapter in her story and to find out who curse the roogie and see what happens with Dan’s mom! Apryl Baker never fails to leave me wanting more!
I absolutely loved watching Mattie grow up. Poor Dan waited long enough! Perfect timing too! I bet that will be even more memorable for her than her encounter with that nasty old Roogie!! Loved the book and can’t wait for more!!!
If you have not already read the first one, you are missing out. Read The Ghost Files and grow with Mattie/Emma. She has become one of my favorite characters of all time. You get sucked in with the dangers and Apryl Baker keeps you reeled in with the lives and the turmoils. Such a wonderful story a must read.
A real page turner. She has done it again. I read through this book so fast. It just ended too soon. That’s when you know it is a good book 😉
I have been a Mattie fan since the very beginning. Every new book Apryl has released has taken this story to places we all hoped. Watching Mattie grow with each new book in maturity and age is fantastic I feel like shes real and a friend. I loved this book it was by far my absolute favorite one Apryl has written to date!!! I can not wait for the 3rd installment!
Another awesome read from April Baker. Each book you read has one thing in common. They are all page turners that leave you wanting more.
4 Cranky Stars
Emma Rose Crane (AKA Mattie Hathaway) is still adjusting to having a family and friends who are with her no matter what. She’s finally becoming a young woman and wants her father to treat her as such. With Officer Dan at her side she feels she can do anything mainly because their souls are tied together. When a hunting excursion goes wrong and she’s attacked by a Rougarou it’s a race against time to find him and kill him so her and Cas will survive. With her many sides waring in her mind she must find a middle ground or risk losing herself forever. She turns to people she swore she would never seek out and learns half of the voodoo priestess population really don’t like her. With days to spare she has a plan in place and a group of amazing people to help her out.
I went back and read The Ghost Files after I read Homecoming. I devoured that series in several days it was very interesting and unique. It gave me more insight to how Mattie became Emma. I adore Dan he worships the ground she walks on and nothing will stop him. Only problem I had was it seems the Rougarou(Roo Ga Roo) issue was an afterthought considering it was why she was In trouble in the first place. Dirty Blood seemed to focus more on her acceptance of her new life and the losses she encountered then last minute it was oh yeah let’s go get that boogie monster. Maybe it was done that way to help her along I’m not sure. I’m originally from Louisiana myself and we know all about the Rougarou it’s a creepy thing that’s for sure and one you don’t want to encounter in the swamp at any time. I can’t wait to see what else Emma and her misfits get into in the next book.
First I have to say that Apryl has done it again with another amazing paranormal story that had me up till 3am in the morning needing to finish it to find out what happened to my girl Emma.
Emma has grown so much since the first book and she is finally coming into herself and helping others out when they need it. So when Cass comes and asks her for help she is more than willing to help out.What she doesn’t know is what they are going to be hunting and when she finds out she never thought she would be wandering in the swamps looking for a legend. Or is it a legend because when she and Cass come across the legend and is bitten they will have to race to save their lives because this creature has claimed many bodies and they might just be next.
With the help of her friends she and Cass will have to hunt down this creature and it’s maker to find the cure. Will they find them in time or will they succumb to death?
As these books go on they get better and better. Like EVERYTHING. The development of the characters, the plot, the love! Always and forever Team Dan lol. Dirty Blood is my favorite so far in the series and I can’t wait for the next one. Each time I read the summary of an Apryl Baker book I am hooked and drawn in to what could happen. My kind starts to run and I know I can’t with. Dirty blood was no different and in fact this story like was everything. If you need a book to read over the holiday break grab this one. You won’t be disappointed.
This is the second book in the Crane Diaries series. We again follow Mattie and Dan as she does what she does best. Her need to help the ghosts move on and find peace has her getting attacked by the Rougarou. This leaves her vulnerable and brings back old insecurities. With the help from Dan and the rest of the gang they search for a cure to the Rougarou curse. Will they find it in time? Read the Crane diaries: Dirty blood to find out.
I’m so excited that Apryl Baker has moved Mattie/Emma into adulthood. This book is easily my favorite so far in the series. I can’t wait to read more about her adventures and see what new surprises lie ahead.
Emma Rose Crane thought she was just going on another ghost hunt with hunter Cass Willow. But nothing is normal on this hunt. Soon Emma and Cass come face to face with the legend of the swamp the Rougarou. Now Emma and Cass have to race against time to kill the beast that infected them or turn into a monster. Emma will do anything to save herself and Cass, including showing Cass her demonic side. Will time run out for Emma and Cass or will she have to rely on a person she never thought she would?
I love how we are getting to see Emma (Mattie) in a more mature way. You get to see her relationship with Dan develop. Emma also sees there is a whole different side to the supernatural world, there is more to it than just ghosts. Caleb and Mary come face to face with each other again. I am hoping they will be able to work something out. I can’t wait to see what the next book has in store for Emma, Dan, Caleb and Mary.
Watching Mattie grow and become an amazing young woman has been the greatest joy. Ms. Baker has a great gift as she brings the characters to life making you feel like they are family. This book is amazing and a must read. Can’t wait to see where Mattie and Dan go from here.
Another wonderful addition to the crane diaries series. Mattie goes on a ghost hunt, but becomes the prey. She is attacked by a haunting creature and is left fighting for her life. The characters are starting to grow up and things are starting to heat up, I can’t wait to see who or what comes after them next.