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saradi's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
kpora's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
jessjwhite's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Not one of my favorite books of The Hollows. The plot felt predictable and as if it dragged on. It's only 4 stars for me because of the ending.
lynguy1's review against another edition
4.0
Kim Harrison’s latest novel in the Hollows urban fantasy series is the sixteenth novel featuring witch-born demon Rachel Morgan. The author is a superb storyteller who kept me on the edge of my sear with gripping scenes, a brilliant plot, and formidable characters. Rachel is now responsible for keeping the paranormal community in Cincinnati in line. Her best friend, Ivy Tamwood is returning home, but she is bringing a vampire with her who is intent on proving Rachel killed Cincinnati’s master vampire to take over the city. With her friends experiencing problems in their lives, she reaches out to a new ally for help. However, he has his own agenda and things don’t go as Rachel expects.
Rachel is a fiery, bold, and intense protagonist who occasionally needs her self-confidence boosted by her friends. I enjoy the cast of supporting characters who have vastly different personalities and perspectives, but manage to work well together. This novel brings back some old favorites as well as adding a couple of interesting new characters, especially Getty. The chemistry between the characters creates a fun dynamic throughout the difficulties they face in this story. As this is the sixteenth book in the series, settling in with characters who already had multiple adventures can be difficult if one hasn’t read at least some of the previous books.
Kim Harrison’s creativity and great world-building stand out in this novel. The author weaves another installment in this series involving relationships, friendship, lies, deceit, stress baking, new magical techniques, selfishness, and selflessness that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. The plot is twisty and absorbing with exciting scenes and an antagonist’s personality that is hauntingly memorable. It brings together compelling characters and a rich storyline that had me wondering how much a person could take before giving up trying to make everything right. Nothing is ever as it seems. The conflict moves the story forward and through unexpected events. The tension was so thick that I could almost feel it. My only quibble is that the ending wrapped up a bit too quickly and could have been extended over a couple of more chapters to add depth.
Overall, this was an engaging novel with suspense, action, adversity, and a little romance. This story will help you escape the real world for a day of thrills and chills. If you enjoy urban fantasies, then I recommend that you check out this series. I am looking forward to finding out what happens next.
Berkley Publishing Group – Ace and Kim Harrison provided a complimentary digital ARC of this novel via NetGalley. This is my honest review. Opinions are mine alone and are not biased in any way. Publication date is currently set for June 14, 2022. This review was originally posted at Mystery and Suspense Magazine.
Rachel is a fiery, bold, and intense protagonist who occasionally needs her self-confidence boosted by her friends. I enjoy the cast of supporting characters who have vastly different personalities and perspectives, but manage to work well together. This novel brings back some old favorites as well as adding a couple of interesting new characters, especially Getty. The chemistry between the characters creates a fun dynamic throughout the difficulties they face in this story. As this is the sixteenth book in the series, settling in with characters who already had multiple adventures can be difficult if one hasn’t read at least some of the previous books.
Kim Harrison’s creativity and great world-building stand out in this novel. The author weaves another installment in this series involving relationships, friendship, lies, deceit, stress baking, new magical techniques, selfishness, and selflessness that keeps readers hooked from beginning to end. The plot is twisty and absorbing with exciting scenes and an antagonist’s personality that is hauntingly memorable. It brings together compelling characters and a rich storyline that had me wondering how much a person could take before giving up trying to make everything right. Nothing is ever as it seems. The conflict moves the story forward and through unexpected events. The tension was so thick that I could almost feel it. My only quibble is that the ending wrapped up a bit too quickly and could have been extended over a couple of more chapters to add depth.
Overall, this was an engaging novel with suspense, action, adversity, and a little romance. This story will help you escape the real world for a day of thrills and chills. If you enjoy urban fantasies, then I recommend that you check out this series. I am looking forward to finding out what happens next.
Berkley Publishing Group – Ace and Kim Harrison provided a complimentary digital ARC of this novel via NetGalley. This is my honest review. Opinions are mine alone and are not biased in any way. Publication date is currently set for June 14, 2022. This review was originally posted at Mystery and Suspense Magazine.
becktoria1987's review against another edition
5.0
This is the best book in the series!!! I don't know if there will be any more by the author but if there is I'll happily read it. It was hard to slow myself and not finish the book in one day. It's a long way off but I can't wait for the tv series.
trudyd's review against another edition
5.0
Tink's Turds!!!!! Trouble with the Cursed was phenomenal. The story grabbed me from page one and I didn't want it to end. Although the ending did have me dancing with giddiness.
Pike and Rachel have been running Cincinnati, pretending that Constance was in charge. Rachel is working hard to get the soul saver approved and the long undead are not happy. Needless to say their hands are full. Add in a demon that wants her job and Rachel is sinking fast.
It will take everything she has to survive the next few days and beyond. Sometimes when it seems like someone is out to get you; you need to listen. Rachel's quest for survival had me on edge of my seat. The twists and turns made of a wild ride. The wonderful surprises had me beaming in delight.
Now the wait begins for The Hollows, #17.
Pike and Rachel have been running Cincinnati, pretending that Constance was in charge. Rachel is working hard to get the soul saver approved and the long undead are not happy. Needless to say their hands are full. Add in a demon that wants her job and Rachel is sinking fast.
It will take everything she has to survive the next few days and beyond. Sometimes when it seems like someone is out to get you; you need to listen. Rachel's quest for survival had me on edge of my seat. The twists and turns made of a wild ride. The wonderful surprises had me beaming in delight.
Now the wait begins for The Hollows, #17.
caittilynn's review
adventurous
dark
funny
medium-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
4.25
amybraunauthor's review against another edition
5.0
Another great adventure in the Hollows series! What I love about these books is that they have multiple adventures piling on multiple adventures. Rachel Morgan really cannot remain still or slow down for any length of time.
The story puts Rachel's views on demons to the test as Hodin and his trickery make things difficult. Add in some challenges with vampires, a new intruder to the church garden, and Rachel's new side job, and you are in for a wild ride. Harrison works with each plot and ties them together in thrilling and enjoyable manner.
Rachel continues to be as fiery and powerful as ever. She faces new challenges and drama, but she never backs down or gives up. I truly enjoyed seeing her interact with characters both new and old.
I'm a long time fan of the Hollows, so it's great to see Harrison bringing in new elements and challenges for her heroes while maintaining a sense of immersion and creativity to her world. I can't wait for the next book!
The story puts Rachel's views on demons to the test as Hodin and his trickery make things difficult. Add in some challenges with vampires, a new intruder to the church garden, and Rachel's new side job, and you are in for a wild ride. Harrison works with each plot and ties them together in thrilling and enjoyable manner.
Rachel continues to be as fiery and powerful as ever. She faces new challenges and drama, but she never backs down or gives up. I truly enjoyed seeing her interact with characters both new and old.
I'm a long time fan of the Hollows, so it's great to see Harrison bringing in new elements and challenges for her heroes while maintaining a sense of immersion and creativity to her world. I can't wait for the next book!