The Demonologist: The Extraordinary Career of Ed and Lorraine Warren (The Paranormal Investigators Featured in the Film "The Conjuring") Paperback – September 30, 2013

I`m very impressed by the Warrens, I enjoyed this book very much, and I think the debate whether this is a work of fiction vs non-fiction is beyond the point, because it falls in the category of the religious-a very subjective area in and by itself-meaning it can`t be proven scientifically-and is base on belief. People need to make up their own mind whether this is real or not and whatever the outcome is, it`ll be ok.The book begins by relating the Amityville story(not in-dept though), mentioning the three o`clock hour-LOLs I hated when I wake up at the time in the middle of the night- and giving a brief account of the unfortunate family(Lutz) that was hunted in their recently bought home in 1975-76. That`s it for the Amityville, do not expect to find more here, nor will you find any information here regarding the new movie "The Conjuring" that story is vaguely told in another book "House of Darkness House of Light" by Andrea Perron herself a victim/experiencer of the saga-Hollywood stretched the movie " The Conjuring" way too much-.That being said, this is a great book, a good read though listed with a disclaimer that is a fictional book, nothing can`t be further from the truth-in a subjective way since its a matter of belief not science-. even though Ed Warren would disagree with my statement adding that this phenomena it`s a matter of evidence.In essence what I take from this book is that God exist, and so other realms and realities unexplainable in conventional terms do indeed exist too, but never forget regardless of your particular creed that God is always in control. The Warren affirm through their own experiences that haunted houses exist; the supernatural exist; the inhuman demonic spirits exist; and that ghost exist, also that these entities need physical energy to manifest either from the person own aura, or from the atmosphere or the electrical grid. And unlike ghosts, inhuman entities feed on fear and horror because they are entities that never walked the Earth-they are the Fallen Angels-they love to dwell in places where negative energy flows such as where illegal drug deals, prostitution, murdered, quarrels, fights, cheating or for that matter witchcraft have taken place, that`s an invitation for those entities to come into anyone`s life.Why is there too much supernatural activity going on to day?, the evil has roamed the earth forever, nothing new there but In ancient time the demonic knowledge was kept by very few wicked people, now anyone looking for extraordinary knowledge can find it easily and available on the Internet or mostly any book store has a New Age section. Also as more people is alienated from organize religion seeking elsewhere for alternatives to life, doors are left wide open for infestation to come about by people owns free will, what Lorraine Warren calls "The Adam and Eve 's trip all over again" because man long ago was warned about evil and was given a choice whether to exercise resistant to its influences. The creator cannot make that call for us, that's the heart of the matter.This book is a warning to all of us not to mess around with the negative entities, by being bi-curious about the occult, and bringing about a possible infestation, oppression, or possession into someone`s life, Ed said, it is like an accident waiting to happen either by the law of invitation or the law of attraction. In the words of Ed Warren "Good begets good, and bad begets worse" so being positive is our best bet against evil, putting the forces of the cosmos in our favor building a good life for ourselves and those around us.As much as I enjoyed reading this book, truth to be told, I highly doubt that most people will ever encounter similar events as the one`s unfolded in this excellent book, people in general are good, decent and hard working and for the most part hold beliefs in some sort of higher power-either through personal believe in Jesus, The Virgin Mary, Saints, Angels, or through good prophets such as Budha, muhammad, or Moses, etc, but there`s no doubt all of us will one day encounter the one to four percent(1 in 25) of demons walking among us, in our Jobs, churches, families and communities. I`m talking about the beings that lacking a total conscience, have no empathy and feel no remorse The Psychopaths-Sociopaths, beware because they will leave you broken spiritually, financially, & emotionally. Those demons are the ones we need to protect against the most. And take the advice of the Warrens seriously as well, remember emotions at home can trigger the phenomena describe in this book, and a happy home is the best defense. Finally, I deeply believe that The Creator allows this phenomena to happened as part of his divine-master plan as a kind of catalyst for the evolution of the human consciousness, and spiritual growth, specially when we straight away from the right path, and it's goes hand and hand with the phenomena of alien abduction, which is almost ALWAYS part of deamonic activity which is everything associated with the supernatural, the evil and good alike. Andrea Perron declared that demons, spirits and UFOs are intermingled in a interview but no mention was made neither on this book or Andrea's book.I recommend this book, also see "The Rite" by Matt Baglio base on Father Garry Thomas and I also recommend books on psychopathy such as Ph.D George K Simon "In Sheep`s clothing" & Ph.D Robert D Hare "Without a conscience" or Jon Ronson "Psychopath Test"

I've been involved with many aspects of the Paranormal field for over 20 yrs. Ive read many, many books pertaining to hauntings, poltergeist,inhuman & human spirits, Possesion , oppression , attachments, etc, etc.. I am very familiar with the Warrens as most in this field are. They, along with MAYBE a handful of other people are/were true assets and have helped & changed many lives with their work.This book goes into more detail than any I've read of the Warrens true work. Ed was a remarkable man, who without regard for his own safety or sanity, helped & saved many countless families and people. If you are just a person who likes a " scary" book, well my friend, this may give you more than you bargained for! Sometimes " ignorance is bliss", yet just because you either don't " know" about what is out there, or just choose not to believe in it- does NOT make you safe from it. This stuff, evil or not , doesn't discriminate. Some ppl need to see or experience this stuff for themselves to " believe" it exists , yet when the DO, most wish the NEVER had. This book is not a lite read for a quick scare. It's hardcore truth about actual events that took place. Sure there are many NON believers, that doesn't make this stuff any less REAL or TERRIFYING when you stop to think that normal, everyday people who never thought of ghosts, demons, or never dabbled in an occult practice in their lives, have had their world torn apart by forces no one yet full understands. If you want to know REAL situations, REAL possessions , hauntings, beyond what is shown on elaborated TV, or 1/2 truth shows, then THIS IS YOUR BOOK. The Warrens are 2 of the most knowledgeable people ever to be in this field, the loss of Ed Warren was not just of a great man, husband, father, uncle, But of a true warrior against any and all evil, malicious, human or demonic forces. Lorraine still at her older age, does whatever she can, whenever she is needed to help those afflicted by these forces.The cases in this book will amaze you and frighten you. Not like a horror movie, but more of a wake up call that these forces are REAL & DO Exsist . Though it can be scary, it can also help you to understand these things. The book can be a helpful tool & is to me. The more you know and understand about these things, the better prepared to handle, or recognize them , the better off you are. Not that reading this book will " protect" you, but should the occasion ever arise that YOU, a Friend, loved one, Home, buisness etc is ever under attack or just has activity, atleast your more able to notice & understand what is happening and seek out the proper help sooner than later.This book is an eye opener, it takes you into situations very few have every heard of much less experienced! You'll realize that these things happen way more than you ever thought. These cases are some of the worst and when something like this happens to a person or family, they DON'T go around telling their neighbors, co workers, or even friends, for fear of being judged and ridiculed . They went through horrific experiences and most never want to speak of it again. Through this book we get to glimps into these horrid attacks, hauntings, possessions and experiences, all from the " safety" of our cozy homes. It's an excellent book, all true, not " fluffed" , it doesn't need to be... Put down the Fictional horror book, and read THIS, garaunteed to raise the hairs on the back of your neck and make you sleep with the lights on. And the worst( or best) part of it is, IT'S ALL TRUE ...... A must have book for anyone in the Paranormal field, or for anyone wanted to know more about these situations and want the TRUTH!Ps. Another great man John Zaffis ( Haunted Collector tv series) is the nephew of the late Ed Warren and learn from his Uncle! He also has a great book which I've read and loved. He is one of the few great ppl we have today in this field.Get this book, it took me years due to sold out & or out of print! It's back , for a REASON!!Jenn~