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dauntless's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Book received from NetGalley!
Was pretty good overall. Some of the relationship sections made me cringe but they were definitely aimed at a younger audience, especially Liams perspective. It wasn’t enough to put me off. Nice easy read. Reminded me of the buffy era of tv with a side of vampires. 👍🏻
Was pretty good overall. Some of the relationship sections made me cringe but they were definitely aimed at a younger audience, especially Liams perspective. It wasn’t enough to put me off. Nice easy read. Reminded me of the buffy era of tv with a side of vampires. 👍🏻
beastreader's review against another edition
4.0
I have read a handful of books by author, Dana Claire and really enjoy them. This book is no exception. It kind of gave me the television show, Supernatural vibes. Which I am a fan of. I do want to point out that this book is geared towards young adult readers, and it did come off that way to me. Not that I as an adult did not enjoy this book, but I just know the targeted reading audience will enjoy it more.
This is not your standard vampire book. It had some mystery surrounding the deaths of the various teachers. Which I liked the mystery aspect of this book. Every character had a purpose in the story. That is something that I like about Dana's books is that her characters are engaging and while reading it is like the stories come alive as mini movies in my head. If you are looking for your next great read, then you should pick up a copy of this book!
This is not your standard vampire book. It had some mystery surrounding the deaths of the various teachers. Which I liked the mystery aspect of this book. Every character had a purpose in the story. That is something that I like about Dana's books is that her characters are engaging and while reading it is like the stories come alive as mini movies in my head. If you are looking for your next great read, then you should pick up a copy of this book!
czarfancypants's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
forever_bookish_babe's review against another edition
3.75
Thank you to NetGalley for the privilege of allowing me to read this ARC in exchange for my honest review. Publication date was Feb. 6, 2023
This is the first book in the Hunterland Series. If you liked Supernatural, Vampire Diaries and/or Twilight. This book gives major vibes with those themes. As a huge Supernatural fan, I was drawn to this book. It was quirky and a fun listen. A bit predictable for me but didn't take away from the enjoyment of following Olivia and Liam during their adventure.
After a series of "suicides" of nurses at high schools, the Hunters come to the town Falkville Falls to find who or what is causing the deaths. Liam and Olivia see each other across the school parking lot and their awkward interactions. Olivia's father is the sheriff in town so the Hunters keep close while the investigate. The tension and angst between Olivia and Liam happens fast and Liam's comments can be cringe at times. I mean, he is a 19 year old boy with too much confidence, haha. This book has non stop action and the ending left me hanging. Looking forward to when the second book comes out...
🦇Upper YA
🦇Short <300 pages
🦇Multiple POVs
🦇Fantasy / Urban Fantasy
🦇Young Adult Romance
🦇Angst / Tension
🦇Action/Adventure
🦇High Stakes / Good vs Evil
🦇LGBTQIA+ Friendly
🦇Monsters / Supernatural beings
🦇Vampires / Werewolves
🦇Cliff Hanger Ending
This is the first book in the Hunterland Series. If you liked Supernatural, Vampire Diaries and/or Twilight. This book gives major vibes with those themes. As a huge Supernatural fan, I was drawn to this book. It was quirky and a fun listen. A bit predictable for me but didn't take away from the enjoyment of following Olivia and Liam during their adventure.
After a series of "suicides" of nurses at high schools, the Hunters come to the town Falkville Falls to find who or what is causing the deaths. Liam and Olivia see each other across the school parking lot and their awkward interactions. Olivia's father is the sheriff in town so the Hunters keep close while the investigate. The tension and angst between Olivia and Liam happens fast and Liam's comments can be cringe at times. I mean, he is a 19 year old boy with too much confidence, haha. This book has non stop action and the ending left me hanging. Looking forward to when the second book comes out...
🦇Upper YA
🦇Short <300 pages
🦇Multiple POVs
🦇Fantasy / Urban Fantasy
🦇Young Adult Romance
🦇Angst / Tension
🦇Action/Adventure
🦇High Stakes / Good vs Evil
🦇LGBTQIA+ Friendly
🦇Monsters / Supernatural beings
🦇Vampires / Werewolves
🦇Cliff Hanger Ending
inkreads's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Oh this was delightful!
I was introduced to Dana Claire's fantastic writing style in 2023 with an ARC of "War of the Land and have since devoured "War of the Sea" am eagerly anticipating "War of the Mind and have the "Reclaimed Kingdom" on my TBR. When I saw there was an audiobook arc for Hunterland, it was a "Yes please" with no hesitation and I was not disappointed
Now I am not usually a fan of YA, but there are a rare few writers that can take tropes that have been over-used and worn out in TV land and breathe new life into them, reimagine, rebuild and invigorate! Saying this, viewers of Supernatural, Grimm, Buffy etc are very likely to enjoy this book
Dana Claire enhances the YA genre ibto a cross between urban fantasy and Paranormal and I am absolutely here for it
So, to the story.
Audiobook Performance: Arielle DeLisle and Travis Baldree did an exceptional job of narrating this audiobook (but I will likely get the PPB as this book is a keeper)
The book is dual POV, Liv, the main FMC and her sister Pepper live in Falkville Falls where the coach has just been found in an apparent "self-unaliving" but it is in fact, nefarious paranormal shenanigans which in turn brings Agent Hunter and his two kids, Liam and Jac (a family of monster hunters) to come and clean house
The main premise is whether the two families can use their unique skills to get the job done or if their differences will prevent their task succeeding
Atypical paranormal beings add yet another unique twist and kept me gripped to this delicious new type of Urban Fantasy, ready to explore and be devoured with gusto
Certainly a series to follow! Well played Dana Claire, glorious!!
I gratefully received an audiobook from Netgalley and all views and opinions are my own. This review is left voluntaraly and with much enthusiasm!
I was introduced to Dana Claire's fantastic writing style in 2023 with an ARC of "War of the Land and have since devoured "War of the Sea" am eagerly anticipating "War of the Mind and have the "Reclaimed Kingdom" on my TBR. When I saw there was an audiobook arc for Hunterland, it was a "Yes please" with no hesitation and I was not disappointed
Now I am not usually a fan of YA, but there are a rare few writers that can take tropes that have been over-used and worn out in TV land and breathe new life into them, reimagine, rebuild and invigorate! Saying this, viewers of Supernatural, Grimm, Buffy etc are very likely to enjoy this book
Dana Claire enhances the YA genre ibto a cross between urban fantasy and Paranormal and I am absolutely here for it
So, to the story.
Audiobook Performance: Arielle DeLisle and Travis Baldree did an exceptional job of narrating this audiobook (but I will likely get the PPB as this book is a keeper)
The book is dual POV, Liv, the main FMC and her sister Pepper live in Falkville Falls where the coach has just been found in an apparent "self-unaliving" but it is in fact, nefarious paranormal shenanigans which in turn brings Agent Hunter and his two kids, Liam and Jac (a family of monster hunters) to come and clean house
The main premise is whether the two families can use their unique skills to get the job done or if their differences will prevent their task succeeding
Atypical paranormal beings add yet another unique twist and kept me gripped to this delicious new type of Urban Fantasy, ready to explore and be devoured with gusto
Certainly a series to follow! Well played Dana Claire, glorious!!
I gratefully received an audiobook from Netgalley and all views and opinions are my own. This review is left voluntaraly and with much enthusiasm!
bookclub_dropout's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
the_bookishwitch's review against another edition
5.0
This book was phenomenal. I devoured it in about 4 hours. It’s Paranormal, Fantasy, Mystery, with a little Romance thrown in, and I LOVED it. We’ve got a little forced proximity between the 2 main characters, and I couldn’t get enough.
Olivia is an 18-year old human doing her best to watch out for and take care of 14-year old Piper, but school staff are being murdered. In comes the Hunter Family, Agent Hunter, Liam, and Jac to turn Olivia’s world upside down.
The book flowed so well, it’s medium paced, it’s both plot and character driven. The characters are well written, and very lovable. There’s a Dual POV.
The way the book ended left room for more, so I am hoping that Hunterland is the first in a series, and not a standalone.
I did receive this as an ARC, and I am so glad that I was able to read it.
Olivia is an 18-year old human doing her best to watch out for and take care of 14-year old Piper, but school staff are being murdered. In comes the Hunter Family, Agent Hunter, Liam, and Jac to turn Olivia’s world upside down.
The book flowed so well, it’s medium paced, it’s both plot and character driven. The characters are well written, and very lovable. There’s a Dual POV.
The way the book ended left room for more, so I am hoping that Hunterland is the first in a series, and not a standalone.
I did receive this as an ARC, and I am so glad that I was able to read it.
bndugan's review against another edition
4.0
Holy crap, I forgot how much I loved urban fantasy! This was fast paced and held my attention well. This was very interesting overall. The romance between Olivia and Liam was nice and fun to read. The family dynamic between the sisters was good as well. Overall, this was pretty enjoyable and easily devourable!
If you like Supernatural, the bad boy trope, and a cool storyline, then this one is for you!
If you like Supernatural, the bad boy trope, and a cool storyline, then this one is for you!
smilesgiggle's review against another edition
5.0
Claire is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. Slow build romance - the heat between the characters is swoon worthy. Suspense - fast paced, held my attention. I did not want to put this book down. Supernatural beings - vampires, a being murdering nurses, werewolves.
I could not put this book down!
Liv has held her family together since her mother's death upon her younger sister's birth. Pepper spends her time with the local gang - stealing, spray painting art, using their mother's wedding ring as her tag.
The third suicide at their school brings the Hunters to town - a paranormal hunting family. Including Liam - mysterious, hot as sin.
I loved these characters - the family, support and acceptance.
Bring on the next!!
I could not put this book down!
Liv has held her family together since her mother's death upon her younger sister's birth. Pepper spends her time with the local gang - stealing, spray painting art, using their mother's wedding ring as her tag.
The third suicide at their school brings the Hunters to town - a paranormal hunting family. Including Liam - mysterious, hot as sin.
I loved these characters - the family, support and acceptance.
Bring on the next!!
ladybreww_reads's review against another edition
4.0
Grab your stakes and your rock salt. Monster hunting class is in session.