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mama_pillot's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The fifth installment in the mystic bayou series did not disappoint! It was exciting to get to know new shifters and to get to the bottom of some of the stranger things happening in the swamp. I am excited to see how the group continues to expand and I am loving the way the found family is coming together!
kay_slayerofbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Wait! Is that it? But I want more!
Great ending to a captivating series. I didn't want it to end. And obviously I liked the connection between Cordelia and Brendan. The friendships between all of couples. The sense of family and home. All the warm and fuzzy stuff.
4.5 stars
Great ending to a captivating series. I didn't want it to end. And obviously I liked the connection between Cordelia and Brendan. The friendships between all of couples. The sense of family and home. All the warm and fuzzy stuff.
4.5 stars
chestylarue's review against another edition
4.0
This book was really cute. Although for characters that like The Simpsons they missed the opportunity to make a “think unsexy thoughts think unsexy thoughts joke” a few times which would have been perfect. I’m still waiting for Ivy to get her own book but I like that we got to know more townsfolk in this one.
angels_gp17's review against another edition
4.0
Always Be My Banshee is book four in the Mystic Bayou series by Molly Harper and duel narrated by Amanda Ronconi & Jonathan Davis.
I always enjoy return to the Mystic Bayou. It’s such a unique place with such a verity of supernatural characters to enjoy.
Cordelia has a special talent which will finally get use closer than ever before to the rift. Thou this talent does put a strain on her, yet we do get to learn new things about the rift.
Brendan is hired to be her backup or bodyguard. He’s a rare male banshee, cursed with seeing the deaths of those around him.
Cordelia and Brendan right from the start have this strong mutual attraction. The author this time around focuses more on the budding relationship between Brendan and Cordella as well as the developing friendships. I enjoyed the romance and I liked seeing Cordelia open up and develop bonds.
We do get a lot of progress on the overall story arc, we see the trademark humor that Ms. Harper is known for, and we get a mystery plus adventure thrown in.
Narration: As with the previous books we have a duel narration. Overall the both do a good job. This time around our male lead comes from outside the country, so we get a solid Irish brogue. I have come to enjoy the audiobooks and the duel narration.
I’m not sure what is in store for the series. Always Be My Banshee feels like it could be the end and if that’s the case I’m ok with it. Everything wraps up nicely and all the characters get a happy ending, but if we do return I’m happy to come back to Mystic Bayou.
Rated: 4 Stars
I always enjoy return to the Mystic Bayou. It’s such a unique place with such a verity of supernatural characters to enjoy.
Cordelia has a special talent which will finally get use closer than ever before to the rift. Thou this talent does put a strain on her, yet we do get to learn new things about the rift.
Brendan is hired to be her backup or bodyguard. He’s a rare male banshee, cursed with seeing the deaths of those around him.
Cordelia and Brendan right from the start have this strong mutual attraction. The author this time around focuses more on the budding relationship between Brendan and Cordella as well as the developing friendships. I enjoyed the romance and I liked seeing Cordelia open up and develop bonds.
We do get a lot of progress on the overall story arc, we see the trademark humor that Ms. Harper is known for, and we get a mystery plus adventure thrown in.
Narration: As with the previous books we have a duel narration. Overall the both do a good job. This time around our male lead comes from outside the country, so we get a solid Irish brogue. I have come to enjoy the audiobooks and the duel narration.
I’m not sure what is in store for the series. Always Be My Banshee feels like it could be the end and if that’s the case I’m ok with it. Everything wraps up nicely and all the characters get a happy ending, but if we do return I’m happy to come back to Mystic Bayou.
Rated: 4 Stars
blodeuedd's review against another edition
2.0
I did find something missing from this one, action? I felt it mostly went on and on, and everyone who has been in previous books where there and, well hello the plot?
Or maybe it was the chemistry between them that I did not buy? Also Brendan being a banshee, not the best paranormal being considering. Poor guy.
As for Cordelia, if she touches someone she will see what they have done, and some people do bad things. Same with things, if she touches an object it is the same.
And together they will figure out what the f i going on...
But yes the drama was lacking for me, first at the end it got going.
I did like the narrators. Ronconi is good and I liked the guy doing Brendan's chapters too. But then I can never say no to an Irish accent.
Even though I read the previous book I feel that buy now you should have read them all, there are way too many people stopping by.
Or maybe it was the chemistry between them that I did not buy? Also Brendan being a banshee, not the best paranormal being considering. Poor guy.
As for Cordelia, if she touches someone she will see what they have done, and some people do bad things. Same with things, if she touches an object it is the same.
And together they will figure out what the f i going on...
But yes the drama was lacking for me, first at the end it got going.
I did like the narrators. Ronconi is good and I liked the guy doing Brendan's chapters too. But then I can never say no to an Irish accent.
Even though I read the previous book I feel that buy now you should have read them all, there are way too many people stopping by.
s3c0ndbreakfast's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoy this series. It is humorous and fun! I hope there are more coming!!
xoxodev's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. I think this was the better books of this series. I really enjoyed it.
inmyhumbleopinion's review against another edition
5.0
Two new league employees travel to Mystic Bayou and find love and trouble. This story will at turns leave you howling with laughter and sitting on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next. A fantastic addition to the series.
maferg01's review
5.0
Sometimes you just have to catch up on a series and binge listen while baking christmas cookies, wrapping gifts, and playing Santa! I have been a fan of Molly Harper for years and her Mystic Bayou is my absolute fav of all her series! I mean what’s not to love about a romance with mystery elements featuring shapeshifters and magic users in a small town in the middle of nowhere in the Bayou! As over the top as it sounds, this series is so fun with a rich cast of characters (the mayor is my favorite) and dialogue that will have you laughing out loud. Awkwardly. Sometimes in public! Basically your family will look at you strangely but they love you anyway so just ignore them.
Of the 3 titles I binge listened to, this was my favorite of the 3. I loved Brendan's dry whit and pragmatic approach to Cordelia's psychic gift and past. I was dying laughing at the guys adopting Brendon into their circle and his ensuing hangover. Basically this is a must LISTEN. Yep the narration is half the fun! Jonathan Davis and Amanda Ronconi own this book and make it twice as fun! Just take my word for this, if you read you will lose half the experience!
Of the 3 titles I binge listened to, this was my favorite of the 3. I loved Brendan's dry whit and pragmatic approach to Cordelia's psychic gift and past. I was dying laughing at the guys adopting Brendon into their circle and his ensuing hangover. Basically this is a must LISTEN. Yep the narration is half the fun! Jonathan Davis and Amanda Ronconi own this book and make it twice as fun! Just take my word for this, if you read you will lose half the experience!
anisa_akeya's review
emotional
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0