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magikspells's review against another edition
4.0
You know... I actually really enjoyed this book. Kate was very likeable, it was like she had all the good qualities of Eugine from Richelle Mead's Dark Swan series without being annoying and unexplainably being the center of attention for everyone of the opposite sex. At least the reason for the interest in Kate is eluded to (though not completely explained, which is ok because I like a little mystery). And not all the menfolk are falling over themselves for her. Plus she's a smart ass, of which I'm always a fan.
I like it, I'm looking forward to the next one. I'd especially like to see some more of Curran, Nick, and Derrick. I love those crazy kids already.
I like it, I'm looking forward to the next one. I'd especially like to see some more of Curran, Nick, and Derrick. I love those crazy kids already.
erinremen's review against another edition
challenging
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.0
katieinca's review against another edition
3.0
Quite enjoyable. I like the way the characters are introduced and developed, and there's a lot going on here that would have made me like Laurell K. Hamilton more if it was more... this.
It's a world I have trouble visualizing and that slowed me down, but perhaps that will get better with subsequent books - not sure if it's that "Atlanta" just jars with my mental geography, or the collapsing building things, or the magic/tech waves, or what. Looking forward to binging on the next 3 or 4 during coming stretches of vacation.
It's a world I have trouble visualizing and that slowed me down, but perhaps that will get better with subsequent books - not sure if it's that "Atlanta" just jars with my mental geography, or the collapsing building things, or the magic/tech waves, or what. Looking forward to binging on the next 3 or 4 during coming stretches of vacation.
brendalovesbooks's review against another edition
3.0
Second time through:
Since I've read the whole series, I obviously wasn't as confused with the world building here. The problem is, I just think this book is a bit of a mess. The series definitely gets better starting with the next book, and then just continues to go up, but even knowing and loving this world, I just really don't love this first book.
First review:
I liked this, but it felt like it was not the first book in a series. Like it was at least the second or later book. There wasn't really a whole lot of good worldbuilding. I don't need to be spoon-fed details when I read, but I would at least like to be introduced to a world, instead of just thrown into it.
There definitely was some interesting things going on here, though. So I will continue on with the series.
Since I've read the whole series, I obviously wasn't as confused with the world building here. The problem is, I just think this book is a bit of a mess. The series definitely gets better starting with the next book, and then just continues to go up, but even knowing and loving this world, I just really don't love this first book.
First review:
I liked this, but it felt like it was not the first book in a series. Like it was at least the second or later book. There wasn't really a whole lot of good worldbuilding. I don't need to be spoon-fed details when I read, but I would at least like to be introduced to a world, instead of just thrown into it.
There definitely was some interesting things going on here, though. So I will continue on with the series.
katkatz's review against another edition
The main character’s internal monologue is racist and fatphobic, along with some other gross and outdated attitudes. Whatever else might happen in the plot, this MC is not someone I can root for.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Fatphobia, Racism, and Sexism
cammylou's review against another edition
3.0
Urban fantasy is not usually a genre I go for, but I couldn't ignore this series repeatedly popping up in recommendations for me. The covers *really* do the series a disservice, though! It is a lot of fun, with rich characters and wide knowledge of myths and creatures from all over world history.
palmkd's review against another edition
The graphic audio included two chapters from Curran's POV, (Unicorn Lane and Fernando's) as well as the prequel novella, A Questionable Client
halynah's review against another edition
4.0
Pretty good - full of action, interesting paranormal world and a strong female protagonist. It's not for squeamish readers - some parts were very morbid and creepy. That's the reason I took away one star.
rlisaacs's review against another edition
4.0
More a 3.75, just FYI.
I feel conflicted here, because I liked the book... but I also wanted more from the book. More romance at least, which is why I had it on my to-read list for so long.
Kate is a badass though, I give her that. Love her. She's a bit headstrong, and at times might take some actions that get her into a little trouble. But for the most part she's smart, feisty, good with a sword, and a good person. Like, even the things she did that caused her some grief afterwards? I was still all for them. They weren't stupid choices, necessarily. Just maybe not the best ones either. But she owns up to her mistakes and her actions. She prefers to be alone and be left alone if she can, but truly doesn't have a problem working with others when the occasion calls for it.
I think my annoyance here came from the fact that there is so much already to have to remember and keep straight... and yet I also felt like there wasn't enough information provided. If that makes any sense. You've got "The People", the Merciful Knights, the Pack, and so many other things to keep straight. And yet, we don't know what the deal with Kate's magic is. Don't know why she wants so badly to stay hidden and have no one know about it.
It's a lot of mystery surrounding Kate that, by the end of the book, we still don't really have answers to. (The bonus material I read in the book lets you know that you're not supposed to though. It literally says that, in order to figure out what her deal is, you'll have to keep reading more books.)
Which, honestly, I'm fine with. I wasn't in love here, but I did like this story. And yes, eventually, I will be picking up the next one. :)
I feel conflicted here, because I liked the book... but I also wanted more from the book. More romance at least, which is why I had it on my to-read list for so long.
Kate is a badass though, I give her that. Love her. She's a bit headstrong, and at times might take some actions that get her into a little trouble. But for the most part she's smart, feisty, good with a sword, and a good person. Like, even the things she did that caused her some grief afterwards? I was still all for them. They weren't stupid choices, necessarily. Just maybe not the best ones either. But she owns up to her mistakes and her actions. She prefers to be alone and be left alone if she can, but truly doesn't have a problem working with others when the occasion calls for it.
I think my annoyance here came from the fact that there is so much already to have to remember and keep straight... and yet I also felt like there wasn't enough information provided. If that makes any sense. You've got "The People", the Merciful Knights, the Pack, and so many other things to keep straight. And yet, we don't know what the deal with Kate's magic is. Don't know why she wants so badly to stay hidden and have no one know about it.
It's a lot of mystery surrounding Kate that, by the end of the book, we still don't really have answers to. (The bonus material I read in the book lets you know that you're not supposed to though. It literally says that, in order to figure out what her deal is, you'll have to keep reading more books.)
Which, honestly, I'm fine with. I wasn't in love here, but I did like this story. And yes, eventually, I will be picking up the next one. :)
julieabe89's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This was such an interesting book. I really found the takes on the classic paranormal creatures fascinating. It was truly unique. I would have liked a little more fleshing out of the world, but overall it was fun!