Chained in Darkness Anthology is a supernatural mystery thriller written by Dr. Eugene Barnes. Divided into two parts, the book follows the adventures of Detective Wanda Price and Rev. Kristofer Masters. Detective Wanda Price visits Rev. Kristofer Masters, a pastor of the Redemption Church, and seeks his counsel related to a murder investigation that she is leading. However, when people start dying of mysterious causes unceremoniously across the globe, Kristofer's mentor, Professor Aaron Nyabinghi, suspects the hand of a Waganga, a dangerous witch by the name of Charlotte Devereaux under the control of the demon spirit, Molodom. Meanwhile, the influx of Nephilims threatens the destruction of the human race. Wanda, Kristofer, and the professor must now team up alongside their friends to save humanity from certain doom.

Despite containing biblical themes, Chained in Darkness Anthology works for Christians and non-Christians alike, and anyone who is a fan of supernatural thrillers should find it thoroughly entertaining. Dr. Eugene Barnes weaves an intricate yarn filled with Bible verses and references. The plot moves at a blistering speed, with numerous twists and turns that keep you engaged throughout the pages. All the characters feel distinct and have well-defined traits that give agency to their actions. The supernatural elements are seamlessly incorporated into the narrative, and it makes for an authentic and unique tale that is bound to entertain fans of the genre. I enjoyed the chemistry between Wanda and Kristofer, and their dynamic was one of my favorite aspects of the book. Recommended to fantasy lovers who love a deep dive into the unknown.

The Anthology of Chained in Darkness by Dr. Eugene Barnes begins at the Redemption Church where Rev. Kristofer Masters presided as pastor. Chief Detective Wanda Price of the Champaign Police Department joined the congregation to find out more about demonology. She was investigating the suicide of Warren Johnson who left a note with the word ‘Abaddon’ on it. Abaddon is the ruler of Hades or Hell. Rev. Masters traveled to New York to visit Professor Aaron Nyabinghi for assistance. Prof. Nyabinghi told him that the religious community was being targeted for their sins and compelled to commit suicide at the commission of an aberration. Rev. Masters was told by Rambam Moshe that he had to receive the ritual of the ashes of the red heifer and pass The Guardian of the Gates which controlled access to all the angelic realms. He would undergo a fantastic transformational experience.

Charlotte Devereaux had come of age and given herself entirely over to the demon Molodom. Rev. Masters and Prof. Nyabinghi need the key to Hum-Liel and must return to the Guardian of the Gates to confront their adversaries while 280 soldiers conduct Operation Purify. They must prevent the PACT, Particle Accelerator Cyclotronic Translocator, from releasing demons onto the earth. Twins Mark and Mick (Mick is a Microbiologist, Mike is a Hematologist) will provide a Wangnometer which will see the breach registered and indicated with a potentiometer. The team must formulate their plan to execute before All Hallow's Eve.

Chained in Darkness Anthology is an action-packed novel filled with twists, turns, and surprises - from our earthly world to other realms. Author Dr. Eugene Barnes does a fantastic job of introducing a wide variety of characters and making them interesting, unique, and relatable. The scenes and locations are vividly described and the reader can easily form a mental picture of the various places, some of which may not really exist. I especially enjoyed the way relationships are formed between the characters, including friends, family, and lovers. The story does move around which makes it more interesting and is necessary to understand the history behind it. Overall, a great story that I would recommend to any person who enjoys anthologies about angels and demons.