The Texas Blue Dog Series
The Texas Blue Dog: A Generational Battle with a Monster Hell-Bent on Revenge
Prepare to be captivated by a thrilling trilogy that dives deep into the chilling legend of a mysterious and demonic creature. Written by award-winning author Tom Monson, this series follows the Gonzalez family’s decades-long struggle against the Texas Blue Dog—a beast with glowing red eyes, an insatiable hunger, and a supernatural grip on their lives.
Each installment in this gripping series offers unrelenting suspense, emotional depth, and chilling folklore brought to life. Explore each chapter of the Gonzalez family’s harrowing journey as they confront the relentless, vengeful creature that has cursed their bloodline for generations.
The trilogy begins with The Night of the Texas Blue Dog, where Maria Gonzalez and her two sons, Julio and Pedro, face the creature for the first time. Set in the dusty town of San Miguel, Texas, this book tells the story of survival and courage as the family fights to see the dawn against a monster thought to exist only in whispers. See the review below.
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Review: The Night of the Texas Blue Dog is A Haunting and Heartfelt Thriller
The Night of the Texas Blue Dog is a masterful blend of suspense, folklore, and raw emotion that grabs you from the first page and doesn’t let go. Set in the desolate yet strangely beautiful town of San Miguel, this story brings the legend of the Blue Dog—a terrifying cousin of the chupacabra—to life in vivid, bone-chilling detail. With glowing red eyes and an insatiable hunger, the beast isn’t just a monster; it’s a force that tests the limits of human resilience.
At its heart, this is a story about family. Maria Gonzalez and her two sons, Julio and Pedro, are characters you can’t help but root for. Their courage and love for one another shine in the darkest moments and their battle against both the beast and their own fears is as inspiring as it is harrowing. The author does a brilliant job of making you feel the grit of the Texas dirt and the weight of the family’s struggle, pulling you into a world where survival is anything but guaranteed.
The pacing is relentless, with moments of quiet tension that explode into nail-biting action. The descriptions are so vivid you’ll feel the chill of the night air and hear the creature’s low growl in the shadows. But underneath the suspense lies a story of strength, determination, and the unbreakable bonds of family. It’s a tale of survival, but it’s also a tale of love.
Perfect for fans of survival thrillers and folklore-inspired horror, The Night of the Texas Blue Dog will leave you breathless and looking over your shoulder. This is a tale you won’t forget anytime soon. Tom Monson has delivered a story that is both terrifying and deeply moving—a rare combination that makes this book a must-read.
Mark Rogers
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The terror continues in The Return of the Texas Blue Dog. Years after their first encounter, an older Pedro and his daughter, Sofia, and young son, Mateo must confront the beast once again. This time, the creature’s attacks are more violent, and the stakes are higher than ever. As Pedro battles his family’s curse, he must also protect Sofia, whose connection to the Blue Dog may hold the key to stopping it for good.
Review: The Return of the Texas Blue Dog – Does Not Disappoint!
Tom Monson’s The Return of the Texas Blue Dog is a gripping tale of survival, family, and a relentless curse that refuses to stay buried. Set against the stark backdrop of a Texas ranch, the story follows Pedro Gonzalez and his family as they face the terrifying return of the legendary Texas Blue Dog—a monstrous creature tied to their land and legacy.
Monson masterfully blends suspense with deeply human moments, balancing the terror of the supernatural with the strength of familial bonds. The Gonzalez family’s courage is at the heart of the story, as they work together to confront a force of nature that seems unstoppable. Through vivid descriptions, tense action, and emotional depth, Monson weaves a narrative that feels both haunting and empowering.
The novel is more than just a tale of horror. It’s a story about resilience—how a family manages to rebuild not only their ranch but also their sense of hope after facing unimaginable fear. Readers will be captivated by Pedro’s determination, Sofia’s bravery, and the tender moments that show the unbreakable bond of the Gonzalez family.
The Return of the Texas Blue Dog is a chilling and heartfelt experience, perfect for fans of supernatural thrillers and stories rooted in enduring family legacies.
This book is a must-read!
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The trilogy concludes with The Revenge of the Texas Blue Dog, an epic showdown that unravels the dark origins of the creature. Spanning generations, this final installment ties together the Gonzalez family’s legacy of resilience and sacrifice in a fight that will determine their fate—and the fate of San Miguel—forever.
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Review: The Return of the Texas Blue Dog – Does Not Disappoint!
Review: The Return of the Texas Blue Dog – Does Not Disappoint!
The Revenge of the Texas Blue Dog is the final chapter of three gripping tales of family, courage, and the mysterious forces lurking in the shadows of rural Texas.
Set on a small, sun-beaten ranch in West Texas, this story follows a widowed father and his two adult children as they come face-to-face with a creature born of legend—The Texas Blue Dog. This beast, rumored to be part wolf, part phantom, and entirely vicious, has haunted the region for decades, leaving a trail of destruction and fear in its wake. But when the creature sets its sights on their land, this family decides to make a stand.
The patriarch of the family, Pedro Garcia, is a stubborn and weathered rancher who’s lived his entire life on this small patch of Texas soil. After losing his wife years ago, the ranch became his lifeline, a symbol of everything he’s worked for and a legacy he hopes to pass on to his children. Pedro is a man of few words, but his actions speak volumes. He’s not one to back down from a fight, especially when it comes to protecting his family and home.
Pedro’s 30-something daughter, Sofia, is a sharp-witted and fiercely independent woman who left the ranch for college but returned at the request of her father. Though she’s a realist by nature, she finds herself drawn into the surreal and terrifying events that unfold. Sofia is the heart of the family, her stubbornness rivaling her father’s, and she’s determined to prove that the ranch—and the family—are stronger than any force that threatens them.
Then there’s Pedro’s son, Mateo, a quiet but resourceful man in his early 30s who has always felt somewhat out of place in the rugged ranching life. An artist at heart, Mateo dreams of a world beyond the ranch but is pulled back by his sense of duty to his family. As the story progresses, he wrestles with his fears and doubts, eventually discovering a well of courage he didn’t know he had.
The Texas Blue Dog is more than just a monster—it’s a force of nature, a horrifying embodiment of the primal fears that haunt the human spirit. With its glowing eyes, razor-sharp fangs, and claws that could shred steel, the Blue Dog is a creature of nightmares. It doesn’t just kill; it torments its prey, toying with them like a cat with a mouse. For decades, locals have whispered about its existence, blaming it for missing cattle, strange noises in the night, and the occasional unexplained disappearance. But no one has ever dared to stand up to it—until now.