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tdavis0516's review against another edition
5.0
Reap on!
I was pleasantly surprised with this book! I am more of a contemporary romance kind of gal, but after reading the description of this book, I decided to give it a try!
Ruth has always been able to see auras and has led a lonely existence because of it. Her father died after his aura seemed to explode with white light, when she was just a child and her mother became detatched from everything since that day. When her mother dies in a hospice in front of her, she leaves the hospital and runs straight into Deacon, a stranger with no aura! Deacon can't seem to understand and notices Ruth's lack of an Aura and after collecting her mothers soul, as reaper's like Deacon do, he decides to find her and get answers! Once he finds her, the trouble isn't far behind! I won't give any spoilers, but this book kept me on the edge of my seat. It's filled with suspense and a bit of humor that make reading it a great experience! The characters are well developed and the story isn't rushed! I loved this book! If you are a Fever series fan, this book is a great choice! 5 Great Big Golden Stars!!!!
I was pleasantly surprised with this book! I am more of a contemporary romance kind of gal, but after reading the description of this book, I decided to give it a try!
Ruth has always been able to see auras and has led a lonely existence because of it. Her father died after his aura seemed to explode with white light, when she was just a child and her mother became detatched from everything since that day. When her mother dies in a hospice in front of her, she leaves the hospital and runs straight into Deacon, a stranger with no aura! Deacon can't seem to understand and notices Ruth's lack of an Aura and after collecting her mothers soul, as reaper's like Deacon do, he decides to find her and get answers! Once he finds her, the trouble isn't far behind! I won't give any spoilers, but this book kept me on the edge of my seat. It's filled with suspense and a bit of humor that make reading it a great experience! The characters are well developed and the story isn't rushed! I loved this book! If you are a Fever series fan, this book is a great choice! 5 Great Big Golden Stars!!!!
chllybrd's review against another edition
4.0
I gave it 3.5 stars
REAP & REPENT is one of those books that I enjoyed reading while I was reading it, but quickly forgot about. I know that is horrible, but its the only way I can explain why it made my 'Quick Thought Reviews' post.
I remember that the characters were easy to like, the storyline was interesting and the world building made it easy to understand what was happening. I wasn't crazy about the different POV's but it wasn't overly horrible. I remember enjoying the reaper aspect and the team that was formed with Deacon, Ruth, a friend of Deacons and then eventual a fellow reaper that the group saved from hell.Unfortunately I can't remember much more than that. I might continue the series, I might not.
* This book was provided free of charge from the author in exchange for an honest review.
REAP & REPENT is one of those books that I enjoyed reading while I was reading it, but quickly forgot about. I know that is horrible, but its the only way I can explain why it made my 'Quick Thought Reviews' post.
I remember that the characters were easy to like, the storyline was interesting and the world building made it easy to understand what was happening. I wasn't crazy about the different POV's but it wasn't overly horrible. I remember enjoying the reaper aspect and the team that was formed with Deacon, Ruth, a friend of Deacons and then eventual a fellow reaper that the group saved from hell.Unfortunately I can't remember much more than that. I might continue the series, I might not.
* This book was provided free of charge from the author in exchange for an honest review.
amandanan's review against another edition
2.0
2.5 stars. I enjoyed the new spin on supernatural. Could’ve done without all the sex and more depth to the characters.
bookbriefs's review against another edition
3.0
**You can see this full review and more at Book Briefs: http://bookbriefs.net**
Reap and Repent is the first book in the Reaper Series. It is an urban fantasy series about reapers and about a new mysterious untrained reaper. I love the concept of the book, and I think the rest of the series has potential, but the first book was a little bumpy for me. I still liked it, but I didn't love it as much as I initially hoped that I would. I read another book (I can't remember the name) about a girl that could see aura colors for different paranormal creatures and I was fascinated by that idea. So when I found out that this main character, Ruth could see aura colors and could use that to determine when someone would die and what they were feeling, I was super excited to see what kind of world Lisa Medley had created with her reapers. And I did really like the world of her reapers.
I loved that instead of being scary that within the first (really second) meeting between Ruth and Deacon, he was calming her down. I would love to have him send some of his calming juice my way. That is a cool little trick. I also love the aura aspect and how it fits into their role as a reaper. Plus, there are plenty of other paranormals in the mix to keep this story fresh and exciting.
My bumps came from Ruth and Deacon's connection. I liked Ruth and I liked Deacon, and I even liked them together. But, I didn't really believe Deacon's initial connection and attachment to Ruth. It felt rushed to me, and because of that I couldn't enjoy many of their early scenes together. They certainly jumped together pretty quickly. I think the next book might be better because we have gotten to know the characters and the foundation has been laid, but it was a jumpy start for me.
I did really like the concept and the world, so I think I will give the next book in the series a go. The nice thing about this series is that the first three books are already out. They were each released within a week of each other, and the first book is currently free. So if you like urban fantasy and are interested in a reaper romance, grab a copy of Reap and Repent for free now.
This review was originally posted on Book Briefs
Reap and Repent is the first book in the Reaper Series. It is an urban fantasy series about reapers and about a new mysterious untrained reaper. I love the concept of the book, and I think the rest of the series has potential, but the first book was a little bumpy for me. I still liked it, but I didn't love it as much as I initially hoped that I would. I read another book (I can't remember the name) about a girl that could see aura colors for different paranormal creatures and I was fascinated by that idea. So when I found out that this main character, Ruth could see aura colors and could use that to determine when someone would die and what they were feeling, I was super excited to see what kind of world Lisa Medley had created with her reapers. And I did really like the world of her reapers.
I loved that instead of being scary that within the first (really second) meeting between Ruth and Deacon, he was calming her down. I would love to have him send some of his calming juice my way. That is a cool little trick. I also love the aura aspect and how it fits into their role as a reaper. Plus, there are plenty of other paranormals in the mix to keep this story fresh and exciting.
My bumps came from Ruth and Deacon's connection. I liked Ruth and I liked Deacon, and I even liked them together. But, I didn't really believe Deacon's initial connection and attachment to Ruth. It felt rushed to me, and because of that I couldn't enjoy many of their early scenes together. They certainly jumped together pretty quickly. I think the next book might be better because we have gotten to know the characters and the foundation has been laid, but it was a jumpy start for me.
I did really like the concept and the world, so I think I will give the next book in the series a go. The nice thing about this series is that the first three books are already out. They were each released within a week of each other, and the first book is currently free. So if you like urban fantasy and are interested in a reaper romance, grab a copy of Reap and Repent for free now.
This review was originally posted on Book Briefs
fromjesstoyou's review
4.0
"4 out of 5 stars! All her life Ruth has known she was different, especially with her ability to see other people’s auras. However, since she was twelve-years-old, when she witnessed her father’s death, she has been alone keeping herself away from people and afraid of her ability. Now, an adult with a PhD Ruth’s life dramatically changes after her mother dies and Deacon—a two hundred and six year old reaper—inserts himself into her life to show her that she is a reaper too. Yet, as their time together brings them from one extreme circumstance to the next and their connection exponentially grows, they’ll have to decide what they are willing to do to keep on another safe…
Intense and dynamic with a more unique setting then I am use to reading, it become intrigued from the very beginning. Ruth is a surprising character because in the beginning she is not what I would have expected as a leader..."
Read more of my review, THREE TEASERS, an excerpt here: http://frommetoyouvideophoto.blogspot.com/2015/08/blog-tour-feasted-on-reap-repent-by.html
REVIEW/BLOG TOUR POST WON'T BE LIVE ON MY BLOG UNTIL AUGUST 18th 2015! Check out my blog and other posts/reviews here: http://frommetoyouvideophoto.blogspot.com/
Intense and dynamic with a more unique setting then I am use to reading, it become intrigued from the very beginning. Ruth is a surprising character because in the beginning she is not what I would have expected as a leader..."
Read more of my review, THREE TEASERS, an excerpt here: http://frommetoyouvideophoto.blogspot.com/2015/08/blog-tour-feasted-on-reap-repent-by.html
REVIEW/BLOG TOUR POST WON'T BE LIVE ON MY BLOG UNTIL AUGUST 18th 2015! Check out my blog and other posts/reviews here: http://frommetoyouvideophoto.blogspot.com/
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