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Halloween is almost upon us, and we’re starting the celebrations early with a treat for the Book Devouring Horde!

One lucky US reader will win a hardcover copy of This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me, customised with gorgeous illustrated sprayed edges by Heirloom Books, together with a set of Maggie character vellum overlays.

The Heirloom edition features the original UK hardcover with custom artwork on the page edges. The interior is unchanged with no additional illustrations.

Trick or Treat?

You’re spending a weekend in a haunted house, and you can bring only ONE character from any Ilona Andrews book with you for defence (and company).

Who are you choosing? Let us know in the comments to enter the giveaway.

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This giveaway is open to US residents only. Unfortunately, this prize cannot be shipped internationally.

One entry per person, please. Only comments on this blog post count as entries; replies on social media or reader email do not. The comments are paginated, so please don’t worry if you don’t see yours when you check back.

The giveaway closes on Thursday, October 29. One winner will be selected at random from the eligible entries and announced on Friday, October 30th, just in time for Halloween.

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Good luck, and keep an eye on the blog for more treats and surprises!

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  1. Oh, Dina of course! Nothing can phase that powerhouse and she’d befriend every ghoul, witch and zombie before the day was out!

  4. Initial thought was Roman due to his connections and then Elara popped into my head. Elara is my final choice simply since she is the one that scares Roland out of his mind.

  5. Dina for sure, she’s my ride or die. Actually, she could create a haunted house for me within the Inn and she’d be at full power so dem ghosties wouldn’t stand a chance!

    • You are in such a wonderful place … You have ALL of House Andrews Library to read and enjoy & experience for the first time… most of us here have to just reread things for the 400th time lol.

      Welcome to the Horde!

  8. Dina. As an innkeeper, she would put me and all the monsters at ease. And know all about how to defuse any situations we encountered.

  10. Bear! Bear! I want Bear!
    She would defeat anything and everything and would do so with style. She’s the perfect companion.

  12. I think Helen would have a lot of fun running around a haunted house for the first time and scaring all the ghosts! I’d enjoy watching her experiencing this holiday tradition (or reading about it).

  13. It seems a Halloween birthday either makes you embrace the spooky or avoid it. I am on the avoidance side. But, for a weekend in a haunted house, I think Cornelius would be a great companion. Any resident rodents will be our allies. And I’d like to know more about him. Plus, he doesn’t have a dangerous significant other who will take offense to him hanging out with me for the weekend!!

  14. Hi! I’m taking Julie Olsen/Aurelia Ryder with me. She is so multi-faceted in her outlook and magics that she would be a wonderful companion/bodyguard in a haunted house!

  21. My first thought was Gaston. Charming and competent, he can talk or fight his way out of trouble. Since we don’t know what’s haunting the house, I’d want someone who thinks fast on his feet and he’s harder to hurt than a pure human. But mostly I think he’d be fun to go adventuring with.

  22. A kolovershi like one of Roman’s. I would expect to have some magical powers of my own and having one of those that can match my powers would be perfect! Who knows what kind of shenanigans we can get into in a haunted house!

  23. There are so many. Right now I am rereading the Inn Keeper series. So Dina. But wait….. Roman is my book crush big time. Btw, we need more of Roman and his romantic woes. We want him to find someone who understands and challenges him!
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  25. Really a tough call as Maggie is awesome but, it will always be Kate for me. Maybe I am partial since she was the first novel I read of IA. But for me its Kate all the way to whatever is threatening peace or someone destroying baked goods!

  26. Hmmm… Maud would be my choice. Innkeeper knowledge and magic, adhal magic, and an expert with a sword. She’d be good company and helpful.

  28. I’d definitely ask Grandma Eleanore. We could pool our old lady wisdom to ward off any dangerous ghosts and poke fun at the lame ones while sharing tea and gossip

  29. I would bring Arabella Baylor. She’s feisty and the scariest monster there is. She’ll probably laugh the whole time and make it fun

  33. Definitively the Sleepless Duke. He can protect me from the scares and his company would be verrrrry much enjoyed.

  34. Kate, not only is she funny, she can kill anything that comes near us and has an encyclopedic knowledge of everything freaky deaky so she’d know how to get rid of them. Worst case scenario we hang out in the middle of a blood ward for the week.

  35. For fun and power? Arabella of course. We could do our nails. If we needed to escape, she could provide an exit.

  36. George Camarine is a strategist and can raise the dead. It’s a win-win if the house is haunted.

  37. I’d like to hang out with Augustine. That would be a very interesting evening. Although the cat would be a close second.

  39. 2,044 comments. That’s how many Horde have responded already by the time I read this post. Those are the kind of odds that inform me that I will never win, but … I identify as female, so …

    Curran – probably. But do I need defense or company? So …

    Mad Rogan – no, too intense. Sean Evans – again, pretty intense, but at least he can laugh at himself. Roland? I’d never get a word in edgewise, but it would be so interesting. Elias – too emotionally damaged, but maybe I could bring him back to the living. Roman – these are his people! He might end up sacrificing me to them. Ramond vi Everard – another strong possibility if he is fresh enough. Luther would be a hoot and the weekend would fly by with the fun. Raphael??? But I would at least die happy.

  43. I would have to go with Dina, strong feminine character and Smart with uncanny intuition!

  46. That’s a tough one! I think I’d have to go with Kate, as she was my first intro to House Andrews books. I’m probably a bit too optimistic and peppy for her, but she’d learn to love me haha. Also, VERY few things actually scare Kate, and certainly not anything in a silly haunted house.

  47. Kate Daniels! She is strong, creative, super knowledgeable and funny. Better company? Impossible.

  48. I’m taking Kate! Just in case any of the spooks turn out to be a real threat I know she’ll have her sword and the arcane knowledge to know how to handle it. (US)

  49. Kate… Has to be bad ass sword wielding magic user who knows all kinds of esoteric knowledge. I feel safe alteady.

  51. happy spooky season to all! TKWNKM is the first IA book I got my hubby to read and now he’s most of the way through the rest of them.

  52. I’m going with Hugh because when he’s invested in someone he keeps them safe. Plus he’s huge and has magic!

  53. I’d bring Curran! He’s got the strength to back me up if the ghosts get aggressive, and he’s funny.

  54. Maggie! An unusual choice, I know, but she’s scrappy and resourceful! We’d figure our way out of things together!

  55. Oh my! There are so many choices! I will choose Maud. She has great stories to share, great attitude, and I could learn a few moves from her.

  57. Definitely Kate. She’s got the magic of her heritage and now knows how to use it, she’s an amazing sword woman, she knows blood wards and witches magic, and she must have the BEST stories to tell. There are over 10 books. I’d love to hear how the renovations are going while we wait the ghosts out.

  59. At first I thought Kate, then maybe Roman or Dina. Then I realized there is one character who has been around forever and has probably seen it all that has the same wallop of magic Kate has. It has to be Erra. Plus, you get an amazing amount of sarcasm & snark.
    I thought about Roland, but who wants to let that Genie out of the bottle?

  66. OMG, so many choices! I want to say Bear, but what about Evarard, or Dina or her sister, or Kate, of course, or. Or, or? I think I’ll go with Maggie the undying But give me a second and I’ll change my mind

  68. Maggie, of course. She is so resourceful and since she has died more than once, perhaps she can communicate was the ghosts.

  69. Connor “Mad” Rogan – he is the best book boyfriend and you will always be safe with him around!

  71. I would bring Kate Daniels.

    She is intelligent, learns from her mistakes and her instincts are “spot on”. She is also fierce enough without being over bearing and also learns to use/ trust her magical abilities.

  72. Dina for sure. She could probably handle anything that came up, and she’d be a fantastic companion as well.

  74. I’m bringing Dina. With her Innkeeper training she may very well have any spirits settled down into areas of their own greatest contentment, or understand them enough that we make it through the night. And the stories! I’m sure the conversation would be fantastic.

  80. I would take Solentine with me into the haunted house. I would bribe him to use his magic to walk up walls and scare the pants off the people working in the haunted house. Sweet, sweet karma would be served!

  83. I am taking Kate Daniels. she always protects the weaker characters which I am sure I qualify as.

  84. Roman. He would keep me entertained and having a Volhv of Chernobog to protect you during spooky season seems like a good idea.

  86. I’d bring Derek…and then I can try to shake some sense into him for Aurelia/Julie’s sake 🙃

  88. I have read almost all of the books, but the innkeeper series is still my favorite. Inside the inn would be Dina, but outside, I would have to go with Shaun. Although Shaun’s power inside the inn is growing by leaps and bounds. As a sleeper, how about Caldenia.

  90. I would want to take Roman with me. A powerful black volhv, beloved by dark creatures, accomplished baker/cook and all around great guy with a heart of gold and sense of humor? Sold!

  93. Dina, my first introduction to the Book Devouring Hoard and an all around versatile companion for a haunted house.

  95. Roman because he takes protecting people seriously but is also funny and would be fun to hang out with.

  96. Maud Demille — she’s smart, capable, strategic, multilingual, strong, heroic, talented fighter, long kill list — and able to handle her caffeine 🙂

  97. Elara. I’d love to talk to her about her herbs, and she is BAMF. What note could you ask for?

  99. Roman. His snark cracks me up, and he’d accidentally befriend all the things that go bump in the night.

  100. I’m taking Sean. As a werewolf, he’s a good protector and wolves and dogs can see things humans can’t so he’d be able to see/ sense the spirits. Also he’s a funny guy so it wouldn’t be boring.

  103. I would take Derek Gaunt with me for Halloween trick or treat. Would have to make sure he did not eat all my treats.

  104. Hi! This is truly a treat – while I would make a case to bring Everard he would be too distracting 😉 I would ultimately decide to bring Soletine to enjoy all of his banter and quick wit while knowing I was I very capable hands.

  107. At first I thought Dina or Sean, but you said a haunted house and outside her Inn Dina is not at her peak, although great company. Sean would probably be good company but I don’t think I’d necessarily want to kill everything, especially since it might already be dead! So I’d have to go with Roman- also excellent company and quite comfortable and useful around wee dark beasties and thingies.

  108. For me, Caldenia stands out. She’s a force to be reckoned with, she has fascinating stories to keep us entertained, and I’d learn so much from her during our time together. She’s a bad-a**, nobody’s messing with her. If you’re her tribe, you’re alive!

  109. I thought Kate at first, but then figured the house would no longer be standing. I would be in said, so maybe not a good idea! Bear would be my next choice!

  111. Adaline Moore she is powerful (if still learning that power) and determined to survive and get out, and will protect and sacrifice for the dog (Bear).

  113. I have only read TKCKM and have to go with the Duke BUT now I need to go read and find out what’s so great about Dina and Bear!

  115. Adaline – she is rational, solves problems, terrifying circumstances with scientific reasoning, which I would need to calm my overactive, panic-inducing imagination.

  121. I’d choose Ada because she is a fast and lethal while being good company as a fellow mom—plus she is used to working in the dark 😉

  122. Isadau. Not only is she a powerful mage, but she’s hilarious, smart, determined and someone who seems fun.

  125. I would bring Alessandro Sagredo. He’s unfazed by dangerous situations, can summon useful tools for dealing with any weirdness that may show up, and has the ability to hold intelligent and interesting conversation while doing so. He’s also patient, kind and well-read so we’d hopefully have plenty to talk about while waiting for said weirdness.

  126. I think for overall badasserie Kate would have to be my choice. 🤺 Thank you for the giveaway chance!

  129. I’d bring Sushi! Not because she’s especially useful (unless you like raw fish), but because I’d distract myself from abject horror by playing with her all night.

  131. Kate. She is a master of all things weird and adapts well to the unexpected. I’m sure she has lots of stories to tell too.

  133. I have to have Gentleman Jovo from the Inheritance! Not only would I be safe but I would learn many things from him while the House recuperated from our shared bad-assery 😉

  136. Maggie!! I am convinced there’s more to her then quick wit, level-headedness, and a heart of gold. Plus, she knows everything and probably has insider information to use.

  137. Ooh, I’m taking Roman! Not only is he a charmer I feel like he could talk any ghosts or beasties into being hospitable.

  138. Kate as reluctance bodyguard. I would survive mostly intact with entertaining quips along the way. Plus she could share her apple pie recipe.

  139. Well, I’d do just about anything to avoid a haunted house, novelty or real. I can’t decide if I want Clover to be a companion or someone to scare things away like Roman. Let’s go with Dina who could do both!

  140. I vote Kate. She’s seen Maddie save her twice, willing to have her throat cut the first time, agreeing to go with a deadly enemy the second time.

  141. I’d bring Alessandro. He can turn all the creepy traps hiding in the house into his own weapon of defense. His magic voiding would stop the spookies. And that Italian accent would be so soothing to listen to.

  145. I would bring Conlan because I enjoy what we have seen of his character, he is smart, strong and I think would have a wicked sense of humor. Probably good in a haunted house. 🙂

  148. I have to say Maggie. She never gives up, always has the end goal in mind, and is a loyal friend.

  149. Catalina. The conversation would be amazing and the resourcefulness would get us through whatever happens.

  151. Ahhhhhhh. Why is this question so hard to answer??? I love so many of the characters and I want to hang out with all of them. But if I had to pick just one, I guess I would choose… Maggie. We could talk about soap making and video games and being ordinary in a world of extraordinary.

  155. I would like Mad Rogan as my defender. He is smart, has military experience, and is a great strategist.

  156. Roman. Massive power, mythic creatures, can easily live without lots of people, and comes with mythic creatues to keep you protected and entertained. Who better near Halloween?

  159. Haunted house would mean my best bet is Elara Harper. I think she’d have a way to deal with ghosts. Too bad it’s not a corporeal enemy because I’d love to take Sean and ask him what’s up with Julie and what he’s gonna do.

  160. I’m not sure why the ferret badger popped into my head first, but it made me laugh so I’m going with it!

  161. Kate or Dina. Both have shown the ability to handle anything and would be someones that I could hang out with for a whole weekend. But if I could only pick one? Kate.

  163. Roman! He’s perfect defense for a haunted house and he’s funny and we could bond over our crazy families 😂

  164. I can’t decide if the residents of this haunted house are meant to be dangerous or not…

    So to be on the safe side, I would choose Maud. And assume she would bring Arland and Helen along for a much needed “vacation” and we would have a blast!

  167. Definitely I would take Kate Daniels! She is the most bad-ass female character I can think of no matter whose books I’m considering. Besides that, Kate has a sense of humor and intelligence that would make her companionship enjoyable even in the worst of times.

  169. It would have to be Ada, us mom’s know about the benefits of insurance with half off orthodontics! A plus is she never goes anywhere without Bear!

  171. Conlan. He gets overlooked because he’s so young, but he’d enjoy showing off his amazing skills.

  174. Although * absolutely love Dina, her power is limited outside of the inn. So, * think I’ll go with Diana. With her animal bonding powers, she could ask the local animals for assistance.

  179. I’d bring Arabella Baylor just for the sheer fun of her and of course, the strength of her abilities!

  180. My first thought was Arland because I think he’d be delightful company, but I think my final choice would be Kate, she’s smart, competent, and has experience with both bodyguarding and defeating paranormal baddies.

  181. Mad Rogan was the first to come to mind. I was torn between him and the sleepless Duke. After some back and forth, I decided Connor Rogan, final answer.

  183. Any of the doggie companions! Bear, or Beast, or Grendel. All three would be chaotic and perfect! No haunted house would dare take them on.

  184. Kate Daniels.

    Even though I can only pick one I can’t be disqualified if her entourage followed to help (even though she can do it all).

    She is my go to. She introduced me to Ilona Andrews one night while waiting for my ride ohhhh soooo long ago..

    Happy Halloween Authorlords, Moderator R, and fellow horde (even you Steve)

  188. I’m bringing Jack
    It’s his time to shine in a haunted house
    I love him
    He’s sneaky, smart, and knows how to get around (now) quietly, and bonus! He’s a cat!

  190. I would choose Kate. She would probably be the reason we were in the haunted house in the first place. We would likely be rescuing young Julie and avoiding telling Curran that we were risking our necks yet again. The commentary alone would be worth the risk. She would likely piss off every ghost and goblin, but make friends with the ghouls. You should go back to posting little snippets of her doing something, and make them holiday themed!

  191. I’d bring Arabella Baylor. She seems like she’d be fun to hang out with and wonderful protection!!

  193. TKWNKM has been one of my recommendations all year long!

    Okay, time to put myself back in library queue for another round. 🤗

  196. I thought this would be easy! Lol, I keep changing my mind. My first reaction was Curran, but then I thought, would he let loose a bit to have fun- which made me think maybe Derek, same second guessing as Curran. So then I thought Rumian! He likes to have a good time and is skilled, but would he have too much fun….🤣. I think ill decide Rumian though ❤️

  197. I would choose Kate. Kate will always be my favorite. 💚👻💜

    … but if I could cheat the system, I would also bring Bear along. 🤣

  200. Catalina, Arabella, or Leon. I’m sort of in Baylor withdrawal! of course, I have read/listened to TKWNKM five times in the last month, so possibly Rumian.

  202. Kate. 100% Kate. She’s who introduced me to IA, she’d be a fantastic defense, and would be a very interesting conversationalist.

  207. Arland. I think he would be useful in violent situations and would be truly funny in spooky ones. Just can picture him roaring at ghosts

  209. tbh I’d love to spend a week with Erra!! All the experiences/knowledge she’s amassed, plus I think she’d just be bitching about any incoporial shit trying to scare us (me).

  211. I am going to bring Rogan, the man can tear thru anything and he will keep me safe as I attempt to navigate the haunted house. Would you ever mess with him? Of course I will ask Nevada’s permission before dragging him with me. Can’t mess with his girl, definitely need permission

  212. Roman! Scary creatures love him, his magic is powerful, he’s both fun and funny, and he’s hot. 🙂

  214. I have listened to TKWNK 4 times since it came out. I learn something new each time. I may, yikes, like this better than Kate Daniels, but, she is an inspiring character. I have all of your books on audio. I’m sorry audible is chanelling their inner Rockefeller, I’m a HS teacher.

  216. I am choosing Hugh! Or maybe Connor..:or Everard. How about the all the main characters across the Ilona universe? 😂

  218. Beast would be A+ companionship and I’m pretty sure she’d be able to keep me safe- but I’m not sure that either she or Dina would appreciate me dognapping her, so I have to go with Kate. I have complete trust in her ability to either unmask any Scooby-Doo style villains pretending to be haunts and/or kick any ass required to maintain safety from actual haunts!

  225. Roman all the way. He’d probably know half of the baddies in the house … and show me how cute and harmless they acrually are…and he and his staff could take care of the rest…plus he’s funny!

  228. Kate. She’d be a fun companion with lots of stories, she’s scared of nothing, and would definitely keep me safe.

  230. I’m bringing Kate; not only is she so interesting and I’d love to just hang out but she’s also a badass that would keep me safe!

  233. Curran 🙂 my first ever book BF and the series made me fall in love with reading as an adult!

  236. I think because I’m oddball & “different” and the unknown is fun. I would choose to hang out with Sophie/Lark … however there are ENDLESS options available but getting to meet explore a haunted house with her would be an interesting time.

    Close other options were Julie, Leon &/or Bern, Catalina, Arabella & strangely enough Victoria Tremaine (however I would require a separate contract stipulating that if I didn’t survive … neither would she)

  238. Sean Evans. I don’t know if he’d be effective against ghosts, but that isn’t likely to stop him from protecting everyone in his vicinity.

  241. I would choose Dina Demille. We may even end up befriending the inhabitants of the haunted house. 😄

  243. Hm. In a haunted house, I feel that Jack Camarine would be good (I’m not getting anywhere near the possibility of a duel with Sophie over George.) He’s hung out enough with George to be used to ghosts, and the lynx shape would be comforting to curl up next to at night- and good night vision to boot.

  244. The first person who came to mind was Kate. With her fighting skills and knowledge, she can handle anything that we encounter in a haunted house. Plus, she would be awesome to hang out with just for her company.

  256. The nerd in me is DYING to see the data on which character is mentioned most in these comments. I’m surprised I am not seeing more comments for Doran Arvel.

  257. Official art from you guys is ALWAYS top notch. I never get tired of new art to collect. Excited to read this

    • I forgot to answer!! Def Derek super trained badass and id think wed get along (delusional)

  258. I’m picking Kate, she’d be able to deal with anything we find, and provide snarky commentary for the weekend to keep us entertained

  259. I would choose Kate! Not just because we share the same name (although that doesn’t hurt lol) but because she’s competent and witty and I think it would be fun!

  260. I had an enormous black cat show up in my backyard this morning. He just sat there and stared at me like the Ripper of Souls.

  262. The nerd in me is DYING to see the data on which character is mentioned most. I’m surprised I don’t see more comments for Doran Arvel.

  264. Since the Sleepless Duke is fresh in my mind, that’s who I’ll pick, happily! Thanks for the chance to win.

  267. I would pick Julie. Her knowledge of the supernatural would be quite handy, and we could discuss a whole range of weapons and why we would use them in certain situations!

  268. The Sleepless Duke! Or maybe Maggie, she’s smart and her immortality could come in handy.

    (Although I’ve also only ready TKWNKM so far, so I haven’t had a chance to meet all the other awesome choices yet.)

  270. Given I’ve only read TKWNKM, I’d have to pick Maggie – she’s smart and can’t die, which is perfect because I’m terrified of haunted houses and would probably use her as a shield 99% of the time.

  273. I’d bring Sushi. Look, I know he’s not much protection wise, but I just want to meet him in person!

  275. Haunted house you say? Well, of course, I’m taking the Dark Volhv of Chernobog with me! Roman all the way!

  277. Derek. If you’re gonna be haunted, you might as well bring someone quiet and capable, plus old houses have lots of materials for rusty arts and crafts.

  278. Maggie!! I’ve only read TKWNKM but I purchased the first book Burn for Me from Hidden Legacy, I haven’t read it yet! I would like to read more of your books.

  282. Kate! Her series was the first I enjoyed of the amazing authors. I hope to borrow her calm in the haunted house. We could talk about parenting and all her new treasures.

  284. I would choose Kate. If anything went down she could identify and eliminate the threat while entertaining me with her snark.

  286. Grendel. He’d have such fun in a haunted house. And then I’d have at least one spook who wants to be friends and was happy to be there.

  299. If this is a house that is actually haunted, then I’m bringing Kate Daniels, hands down! Few other characters excel at both physical and magical combat in the same way.

    • One entry per person. The second comment you submitted from the same email address was deleted.

  309. Roman would be great company. He’d probably know the story behind each being that appears, tell it, then shame them into leaving us alone.

  311. I’m torn between Rose and Kate. I feel like either one of them would be a lot of fun to hang out with, and both would be really solid defense. I’m going to pick Rose, if only because Kate seems to attract stronger problems.

  315. What a great question. Dina is my hero so I would definitely choose her. She might cringe but would then think about her parents and bravely go forth.

  316. I think I’d choose Arabella. She seems like she’d be good company and she’s also a badass who would have no problem keeping me safe!

  322. Not gonna lie, I changed my answer like 5 different times before submitting, lol. There are too many great choices!! But… final answer is Dina for her chill vibes, quick thinking, and awesome magic.

  324. Wow! That’s one heck of a tough question. Got to go with the wise cracking sword wielding Kate Daniels. Thanks!

  331. Kate for sure. She’d be great protection and could tell me the history of all the strange magical things in the house.

  332. I’ve only read This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me but I think the Sleepless Duke would be an excellent protector.

  333. I would love to voyage into the dark with Meli Glades, she would be chill, but also if something goes down she would handle it without issue.

  334. My 1st thought were the lees, but since it has to be 1 character I think I would go with Sargent Teddy. Perfect to snuggle with while watching TV. Would be defensive if needed but chill otherwise.

  339. It would have to be Kate. She is the best protector! And, I would love her company. Soo many questions.

  340. Im gonna have to go with the Sleepless Duke. Purely for the protection aspect, of course 😅 he has the fatefire and he’s good with a sword. Easy-peezy lemon squeezy.

  341. It’s gotta be Kate! She’d definitely have some obscure knowledge tucked away in her brain that would help us survive the haunted house.

  342. I’d go with Maude. I hate haunted houses, but I feel like she’d be snarky enough to cut the fear and make me feel safe with her martial skills.

  345. Caldenia ka ret Magren, stunning, cunning, and genetically enhanced; I pity the fool who tries to scare her…and the stories she could tell while waiting would probably put the haunted house to shame.

  346. Arvel! I think things would be less scary with an Enduring Flame bubble shielding me. Plus I just want to meet Arvel

  347. I would bring Bear from The Inheritance because she would be good company and would scare anything in the haunted house.

  348. I would definitely bring Sean Evans from the Inn Keeper series. He has proved himself a protector many times over and would have interesting stories to tell. Plus, the whole werewolf thing is hot.

  352. I am torn between Kate and Adaline. I can’t go wrong with either of them but I am going to go with Adaline. She’s closer to my age than Kate is and I think we have more in common. Plus, maybe I will get lucky and she will bring Bear with her.

  355. Enjoying the Horde suggestions so far, and not sure how effective Arabella’s Beast would be against ghosts in a haunted house, but she could probably handle just about anything else! Happy Halloween to the Horde and House Andrews!

  356. This is definitely one of my most favorite books in a long time. I would love to have a hard copy for my library to go with the e version and the audiobook!

  358. This is a very tough decision. My first inclination was Kate, then I flipped flopped with Roman and Julie.
    Finial decision…Julie I will be able to get more of her story 😉

  359. Kate Daniels, because she knows all the monster trivia and has magic to counter all sorts of crazy stuff.

  361. Id bring Dina for both fabulous stories and training on how to deal with difficult spirits

  363. Sleepless Duke. He not only would be an excellent fighter, but he is hot, too so could be useful for “other” shenanigans as well. 😉

  364. I’d have to go with Kate. She’s my first series that I read. She’s resilient, strong, magical, and what we all need in a crisis is a smartass. What’s not to love?!

  365. Oh, Sean Evans for sure. Very easy on the eyes and after Nexus, ain’t nothing going to get past him.

  368. Kate Daniels is my girl! Listen, she’s got Power words, encyclopedic and extensive knowledge of mythological creatures (which may inhabit the haunted house) and she’s a badass with a sword. We also share the same kind of sense of humor, which majors in sarcasm, so we’re going to have a good time.

  369. Maud! She is an amazing swordswoman with the knowledge of an innkeeper and the magic of an Ad-Hal. She is also quick on her feet and good at reading people (or creatures).

  371. I am 100% taking Arabella Baylor with me. She can controll her transformation and would arguably look scarier than anything that haunted house would throw at me. Plus, she would make for good chatting company. And while yes, she could make a dumb decision to get us killed, she could also just get in the moving car outside.

    I could elaborate more but I have to go to work.

  373. I would choose Karat, Lady Alvina. She can hold her own against any ghouls, ghosts, or goblins while we have an epic girls’ weekend.

  375. Solentine, because at least he is not attached to anyone yet. And if you do when him over and become family, no one will ever hurt you and live!

  376. Rumian Demarr 100% I feel he’d be a good protector and also fun to talk to and go on adventures with.

  379. Roman. He’s fun and he’s in with Chernobog, so either the ghosts will listen to him or he can kick their butts.

  381. OMG–Pick me, pick me!!!

    Lord Ramond vi Everard. Duh. His Fatefire? No one’s getting past him! Okay, I’m not sure how it works on ghosts. But if there are any corporeal beasties, he’s got them.

  385. I have read each of Ilona Andrews’ series and am always excited when I learn that a new book will be released. The GraphicAudio adaptations are the best and due to my requests, my public library purchased each series that GraphicAudio has so far produced.

  386. Julie from the Kate Daniels series. I have loved watching her ‘grow up’ over the years. I’m sure she would help me defeat whatever the horrors were. in between the action I would enjoy a conversation with her.

  390. Come on, Roman of course without hesitation, and I think the reasons are pretty obvious. Especially since it’s for protection and company in a haunted house. I’d rather have someone with magical defenses who has an affiliation with the dead.

    I’m also laughing at the fact that by the time I write this, there’s already almost 2500 comments. Wow, BDH. You are fierce!

  392. For a weekend in a haunted house there are a few choices I could make…

    But my #1 is Roman Gregorievich Tihomirov. He is skilled, talented, funny, doesn’t get rattled by weird shit, comes with plenty of nechist and others for assistants, and is great eye candy.

  393. Oops didn’t read the whole brief I got so excited. Hope I didn’t disqualify myself. Roman hands down he could handle the ghoulies. Make pets of some of them and scare the rest

  394. I would bring Arabella, hands down. She’d be fun if nothing happened and if things did get scary, she’s easily the scariest thing in the haunted house and I’d feel super safe.

  396. I’m torn between Dina and Maggie! I think both would make excellent ghost hunting partners but if pressed I think I would go with Dina for her experience with all kinds of creatures!! What fun that would be!

  398. Oh I would take Kate Daniels for sure. She’s so versatile and she’s got so many options she can attack with!

  399. Orro! More dramatic than any poltergeist, able to provide distrating meals to flesh eating goblins, huge, covered in quills and claws. The delicious snacks would be the very tasty icing on a perfectly moist cake.

  400. Holy cow. That is a shockingly hard choice!! I want to ask all the questions, like: what universe is the haunted house in and does magic work there? But since we have no further information I’m going with DeBRA Ada Moore please. She’ll protect me from AAAALLLLLLL the scary things!!!

  401. Kate Daniel’s-great with a sword, has magic and has extensive knowledge of all weird magical things and how to deal with them.

  406. It’s Everard! I need a sexy manipulative swordsman to protect me and for me to obsess about how cute he is rather than being terrified out of my mind!

  407. Dina because she is very good company and her powers work everywhere

    When will we learn how she gets out of this Nancy Garvey cliff hanger?

  408. I would be taking Julie after she goes by Aurelia. She’s a badass and I feel like we would get along

  412. Ah the lovely Dina, of course. Even if everything fails (and I doubt it would) I suspect I would enjoy her company.

  413. For me it is always Curran, but Everard has moved up to second. Un-patiently waiting for books and re-re-re-reading and listening to ALL the others until new book come out. I love everything you write.

  414. So many awesome book characters to choose from! I will pick Curran for this. He can sniff out trouble and roar it out of existence.

  415. Bear! She’s a fearless protector, loyal companion, and she was trained to alert when monsters are coming.

  416. Mad Rogan’s mom: polite, delightful, cultured, right up until you become a threat, at which point dragon mama comes out.

  417. Kate! She could teach me how to be a bad a$$ while we slay all the monsters in the haunted house.

  420. Roman, he’s got it all. Magicial power, strength, cunning, and a big snake to keep him safe.

  422. Since it says both defense AND company – Luther, for sure. A wizard, so he would be fine on the protection side, and on the good company side, he’s super cool, and definitely has a bunch of stories to tell. And a great sense of humor.

    And a close second would be Damian Angevin, who is cool as well in the short in Blood Heir. And as head of the Order he would be good for protection. I’ve always had a bit of a thing for him, but he loses out here to Luther, because Luther just seems as if he’d be more fun to be around for a weekend.

  424. I’m not into haunted houses, so probably Arabella because I’d need someone’s sassiness to keep my spirits up and distract me from the fear!

  426. Pretty sure Dina could handle anything that came our way. And explain what’s really happening while finding a way to keep us entertained the whole time.

  429. I’d invite Dali with me. We’re both half-blind so the scary stuff looks like blurs and blobs. She can turn into a tiger, she knows lots of stuff, and she can do curses. I feel like we’d have fun hanging out. Plus I adore cats, and she might let me pet her.

  432. Id be picking Adaline, she’s quick and clever and reminds me of my own mom. Also I’m sure she’d be bringing Bear who’d I want to pet. 😀

  435. I would bring the scourge of Mexico aka Mad Rogan. He’s got magic and human strength and military training.

  438. Rose from the Edge would be my pick. Funny, magical powers, loyal and would not be phased by a haunted house.

  440. Dina would be my first choice, whatever we encountered she would know all about it and I would spend the time asking all sorts of questions about her travels

  441. I would bring Cornelius because he would bring all the the fuzzy creatures and even ghosts adore fuzzy creatures.

  448. Everard, the Sleepless Duke! He has the dry wit to be entertaining company and the Fatefire will ward off anything too scary.

  451. I’m definitely bringing Kate because she’s smart and is an encyclopedia when it comes to history, magic and weird creatures, plus she can use both magic and a sword so we should be covered no matter what we encounter!!

  452. oh, that is a tough question. There are several that would fit the bill, but I think I would go with Roman.

  453. Caldenia all the way, we could drink tea and judge the ghost’s (ghosts’?) life choices. she’s comfortable staying in one place and uses what’s available in the area around her for her own amusement. I think we’d have a great time.

  454. Bear! I had a Husky named Bear that passed away last year, so have a special spot in my heart for dogs named Bear.

  455. Sean please and thank you! He’s the perfect person… er… werewolf to hide behind. I mean, if he can take on Nexus, he can take on any haunted house easily. My first reaction was Dina, cuz she’s awesome, but Sean.

  456. Connor,the hard cover is gorgeous and thank you for all you do to keep interacting with us

  458. I would go with Kate. She’s so tough but humble, and SOOOOOOO sparky! I want to be Kate when I grow up. (BTW I’m 50 now!)

  460. Kate Daniels, not only because she is the best defense, but because she would know the mythology any of the spooky house residents and we could watch Princess Bride while we wait.

  461. Leon from hidden legacy. He has mad shooting skills. sadly I’m from Canada so give my prize to someone else with an awesome answer! 🙂
    Happy Halloween I hope every one stays safe

  462. Too many to choose from! I would say probably either George or Dina. George has the necromantic powers to keep us safe, but Dina and I would for sure be besties.

  465. Sean is powerful, fearless and protective. He’s also resourceful and would keep us safe until we could leave the haunted house.

  467. Hmm. Haunted House = magic, so a strong, smart magic user is a must. Among Kate, George, or Julie it seems like Julie’s ability to see and analyze magic would be quite helpful, as would George’s necromantic powers. Hard to pick on just that…I guess then it’s down to the question of company.

    George seems like he would be intellectually interesting (too challenging?), but personally a bit cold. Kate sometimes seems to have to be making an effort to come out of her own thoughts, and I’m not the type to naturally draw others out. So by a hair then, it’s Julie aka Aurelia who has come into her powers yet also displays a natural warmth that would help provide an emotional defense against the terrors of the night.

  471. Adaline Moore – she has both the physical and practical skills to handle most anything while being someone you can enjoy a conversation with.

  472. I would take Dina from Gertrude Hunt, of course. She is brilliant. She has magic. She is an amazing host and would make me feel welcome and be wonderful company. However, when defense was needed she can take care of business. And since Shawn would never let her go without tagging along, we would get his skills as a bonus. She is the best all around and with her sense of humor, the scary stuff wouldn’t feel so scary!

  473. Sean. He’s the ultimate defense! (And he’d probably be past enough to keep _me_ from flailing and punching haunted house staff). He’d also probably have a good number of dry/sardonic comments about the set up too

  476. After much thought i think Alessandro since he can nullify powers and is a skilled assassin. Or Catalina for the persuasion

  477. I mean, obviously, Maud! She’s my pick for this adventure! Currently rereading the Innkeeper Chronicles, my fave series of all time. ❤️

  485. I would take Sean Evans. Handsome and fun during the turn time, and hello! Werewolf when I need a savior.

  486. Honestly, probably Dali. I feel like she’d know how to deal with ghosts and we’re both nerds so we’d likely get along well.

  487. I would choose Roman Roman He could introduce me to his nechist, and handle any interesting deities that would show up, and we would chill together for the weekend.

  491. Dina, of course. Not as bossy as (hem) some people, not worrying about her kids, wide experience with less bloodshed involved than those same others.

  492. Arabella! She’s strong. She’s fearless. She takes no sh*t from anyone and I am sure this would apply to any spectral beings who pop out of the woodwork.

  496. It’s so hard to choose! I think I’d take Arabella 🙂 for some fun conversations and protection!

  497. Now if the haunted house was an inn? Definitely Dina. But if its out in the “real world” I think I would want Ada, she would have great stories of all the different breaches and unlike Dina, she isn’t powerless outside of her specific place.

  498. I think probably Augustine – I feel like an illusion mage could do a really good job combatting a haunting and determining what’s real and what’s not.