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yodamom's review
3.0
Val was betrayed, tortured and turned into something else that was not how she was made. She lost her love, her life, her body, her trust and her soul. What else could the Gods take from her ? Not much so they give her something precious back and then bargain/blackmail her to let her keep a touch of what she wants. It's not a good bargain, it's a dark one feed on hate, lies and revenge. Finding the truth and fighting for her heart will make or break her.
I love this series of haunted pirates and demons. It's got all the elements I love in a book, adventure, blood, tears, strong women, magic, Acheron and other hot men. Sigh~ Acheron <3. Unfortunately, this one was not my favorite of the series but still an entertaining read and a worthy adventure for these characters I've grown to love in this author's series (Dark Hunters, Dream Hunters and this one) one world three groups. I enjoyed the outside characters more than I did the main characters of this story.
This one had a personal feel to it that was distracting me from the enjoyment of the story. There is a horrible long death written into the book, that relates to something in real life for the author. I just couldn't break away from thinking about it and her pain.
Then POV's and timelines kept changing and it was hard for me to catch on to what time or pov had it switched to. It was so confusing, I had to backtrack too many times, and still it was a struggle to figure out what was what.
Val, was such a waffler. I love him, I hate him, I will hurt him, I'd never hurt him. She would sitch back almost in the same breath, and she did it so much.
Lastly the info dumping at the beginning was overwhelming. The first 35% was filled with names history, acts, times, it was almost enough to make me quit the book.
Will I continue the series in this world, yes ! I know these people and can't wait to see where they end up.
I received an advanced copy of this book for an honest review
I love this series of haunted pirates and demons. It's got all the elements I love in a book, adventure, blood, tears, strong women, magic, Acheron and other hot men. Sigh~ Acheron <3. Unfortunately, this one was not my favorite of the series but still an entertaining read and a worthy adventure for these characters I've grown to love in this author's series (Dark Hunters, Dream Hunters and this one) one world three groups. I enjoyed the outside characters more than I did the main characters of this story.
This one had a personal feel to it that was distracting me from the enjoyment of the story. There is a horrible long death written into the book, that relates to something in real life for the author. I just couldn't break away from thinking about it and her pain.
Then POV's and timelines kept changing and it was hard for me to catch on to what time or pov had it switched to. It was so confusing, I had to backtrack too many times, and still it was a struggle to figure out what was what.
Val, was such a waffler. I love him, I hate him, I will hurt him, I'd never hurt him. She would sitch back almost in the same breath, and she did it so much.
Lastly the info dumping at the beginning was overwhelming. The first 35% was filled with names history, acts, times, it was almost enough to make me quit the book.
Will I continue the series in this world, yes ! I know these people and can't wait to see where they end up.
I received an advanced copy of this book for an honest review
sbookreader's review against another edition
adventurous
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
The premise is cool. The execution across the trilogy just didn’t do it for me. I didn’t get invested in any of the characters or their respective struggles. Painfully heteronormative at times (*gasp* “even a few men” found Acheron attractive?!? Despite the events of Acheron the novel, this is so abnormal it needs to be noted. Apparently) and I found it odd how big a deal was made of swearing. The unlikeliest of characters (yes, on multiple occasions this was deployed) blushed after hearing a particularly inventive swear. Really? It just read like US cultural bleed rather than fitting the characters or the setting. Overall, all three instalments were fast, easy reads requiring not much attention to track what’s going on.
queenoferebor's review
2.0
No. Just no. This trilogy has been a constant headache for me. I really wanted to like it, but I couldn't care less for the characters or the story. This book got so bad at times that I was literally rolling my eyes while reading and had people asking me if I was ok. That was the extent of my exhasperation. The only redeeming quality I can find to it is how it ties (more or less) the story to back to New Orleans, but in general, I don't think this book was well written or plotted. Which would make sense taking into account the author's personal problems in the past few years. But still, it hurts that the last books from her have been so disappointing. Hopefully, she'll get her stuff sorted and we'll get awesome books.
.As I've been doing with the previous books, I'm giving it one extra star because of Acheron. That's it.
.As I've been doing with the previous books, I'm giving it one extra star because of Acheron. That's it.
lesliewatwar's review
5.0
Valynda Moore has been burned by the man she loves so bad her now straw heart wants nothing but some mean vengence. But when you seek revenge on the loa of the dead, it might not go as planned. Especially when he's your true love and his family, among other dieties, are in the game.
Sherrilyn Kenyon has never let me down with her Dark-hunters and now I have fallen in love with the Deadmen Walking Crew. She blends legend with real time fiction so well you'll question if she has a direct line to the Gods and Goddesses themselves.
At Deaths Door is a wonderful addition to the series, so kick back with a glass of rum and see where the ship takes you.
Thank you NetGalley for the chance to read and give an honest review.
Sherrilyn Kenyon has never let me down with her Dark-hunters and now I have fallen in love with the Deadmen Walking Crew. She blends legend with real time fiction so well you'll question if she has a direct line to the Gods and Goddesses themselves.
At Deaths Door is a wonderful addition to the series, so kick back with a glass of rum and see where the ship takes you.
Thank you NetGalley for the chance to read and give an honest review.
jazzrizz's review
4.0
Only complaint ... it was too short.
Xuri (Nibo) and Valynda (Vala) is quite the story. Vala has been on the Sea Witch II, and has grown close to the crew. She thinks of them as family ... so she's torn when the Malachai offers her a deal to get her body back ... but at a steep cost. She feels betrayed by Nibo. He wasn't there for her when she desperately needed him, and feels justified in betraying him. Once face to face with Xuri though, and she starts her wishy-washy feelings that are strong throughout the book ... but she has to make a decision.
Meanwhile, the crew is still trying to close the gate and stop the Malachai. I'm still confused about 'Madoc, Jaden, Jared, Cam, and all that. It closes with a nice tie-in to the start of the Dark Hunters in New Orleans.
Xuri (Nibo) and Valynda (Vala) is quite the story. Vala has been on the Sea Witch II, and has grown close to the crew. She thinks of them as family ... so she's torn when the Malachai offers her a deal to get her body back ... but at a steep cost. She feels betrayed by Nibo. He wasn't there for her when she desperately needed him, and feels justified in betraying him. Once face to face with Xuri though, and she starts her wishy-washy feelings that are strong throughout the book ... but she has to make a decision.
Meanwhile, the crew is still trying to close the gate and stop the Malachai. I'm still confused about 'Madoc, Jaden, Jared, Cam, and all that. It closes with a nice tie-in to the start of the Dark Hunters in New Orleans.
peaceteacher's review
5.0
As usual Kenyon doesn’t disappoint. The two main characters really had to fight for their happy ending and I kinda felt Kenyon struggle through the characters to fight for her own belief in a happily ever after.
darkmuse's review
3.0
Disappointed
The main female lead is everything I hate about novels. Woe is me, my life was terrible. Everything is always someone else's fault. Skimmed the last half of the book.
The main female lead is everything I hate about novels. Woe is me, my life was terrible. Everything is always someone else's fault. Skimmed the last half of the book.
rexb's review
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
especbooks's review
3.0
While anything by Kenyon is a treat, this one had a different feel from past volumes and it took me an effort to read. The characters were rich and engaging, as always, but the story lacked the clean precision from past works. The reason for my low rating, however, is because the resolution of the final conflict was so abrupt that I can honestly say I missed it. I kept expecting the finale. Another thing that was disorienting is that it wasn't immediately evident this was a historic novel.
onthebrookeshelf's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0