Reader Testimonials

"Will Davis has a talent with words. His descriptive language creates images that you can see, taste, smell and touch--all vividly. It's not easy to put the book down before finishing it and the ending blew my mind. " ----  Chuck

"Will, your book is great! Read about 1/3 so far, can't wait to see what happens! This could definitely be a movie!" ---- Angela

"I very seldom come across a book that keeps me up late at night like this one did. Couldn't put it down! It was so intriguing that I could easily imagine the movie version of the story. It has a great plot with historical references and an ending with a twist." ---- Fuzzy

"This book was a gift from a friend who thought I'd like it. Let it sit for a while, then picked it up when I was headed east for family event. Started it when I was on the runway and couldn't put it down. Didn't even mind that I had a travel delay, because it gave me more time to read. My only regret is not starting this fascinating read sooner! As stated before, I can see this on the big screen!"  ---- Alberta

" 'When The Shade Comes Over' is captivating, riveting and the kind of scary that makes you put your hands over your eyes and peek through your fingers because you don't want to look, and yet you want to see what happens next. Will paints pictures with his words on the canvas of my imagination. I could actually see the story unfold right before my eyes. I couldn't put it down! I have ready this book twice now. It just gets better with each read. I too, can see this as a movie." ---- Sallyjoe

"I'm not one that typically reads "ghost" books but then this isn't a typical "ghost" book. Great story about a journey back home and a journey back into the past. The characters seem like real people with distinct personalities that come through in this story. You can feel their hurt, joy, pain, and love. Definitely worth reading." ---- Dillon

"Will, I really enjoyed reading 'When the Shade Comes Over'... (hubby got mad because I wouldn't put it down). Since we've been down to eastern KY (Sandy Hook) many times to visit Chris' family I could easily picture everything you were talking about. Keep up the good work!" ---- Teresa    

"One fantastic story told with awareness for all those dark scary things funeralized within us. Mr. Davis has written here, about justice while weaving its truth through despair, unholy presence and the thrill of an ever speeding roller coaster. The plot demands your attention while the atmosphere sometimes makes you short of breath; but you will read on. This work is a gem and one you will pass around to your circle of friends: don't do it, make them buy their own copy! I give thumbs up to this read and the author, Will Davis." ---- Del   

 Thanks for the ride, Will Davis! Thanks for a making me wonder “Is he or isn’t he? Did he or didn’t he? Were they or weren’t they?” Could it be possible that the ending asks more questions of the reader than it answers? Thank you for honoring Brushy and its coal mining roots. The mine owner/landowner storyline certainly gives you pause for thought. I loved the Greasewood Flats stop. It reminded me of an earlier time when my Ya Ya friends and I went there in search of cowboys! Now, when I remember my dad, mom, aunt, uncle, cousin or neighbor saying “When The Shade Comes Over . . . .” I’ll always question “what did they know that I didn’t?” -----Shirl M. 

EVERYONE SHOULD GET THE BOOK WHEN THE SHADE COMES OVER BY WILL DAVIS IT IS A TERRIFIC READ!!!!!I AM ALMOST FINISHED WITH MINE AND CAN'T WAIT TO SEND IT TO MY MOM.  GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFTS ----- Debbie R.

A few chapters in to your book but had to let you know how much I enjoy it already. Such a smooth read and although I had never even been to Brushy until 3 years ago, I recognize so much from your book that I had heard or seen. Love it! Thanks, Will! ------ DeeDee B.

What a great story! My friend Diana let me read it and I couldn't put it down! I read the entire book in one day! As a new resident of Eastern Kentucky I can't wait to learn more about my new home! Bravo! ------Kimberly W.