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nelljustice's review
4.0
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In it’s very simplest form, the whole story boils down to how each immortal hunts it’s prey and out maneuvers the other immortals while fobbing off the threat of the three partners who will do anything in their power to stop the killing. There is a competition between the immortals (I counted 2 or 3 serious contenders, but you may distinguish more-depends your rating as to threat) as to who can rule hell. Elizabeth is a claimant and Delphine is a challenger to Elizabeth, though they are both scary as hell. Their qualifications are psychopathy, viciousness and general disregard of human life. The immortals play the long game (one of them is 24 centuries old) and it’s easy to believe that they think they are firmly in the driver’s seat. The threesome have their own networks of information and sometimes I feel they believe they are invincible. Ring is the assassin where as Risa and Wally are in the information division. By the end of the book, they find themselves challenged physically and emotionally and if you aren’t careful-and even if you are-they’ll reel you in hook, line and sinker. (Nod to Ring’s suburb fishing skill-now pass me a beer )
In it’s very simplest form, the whole story boils down to how each immortal hunts it’s prey and out maneuvers the other immortals while fobbing off the threat of the three partners who will do anything in their power to stop the killing. There is a competition between the immortals (I counted 2 or 3 serious contenders, but you may distinguish more-depends your rating as to threat) as to who can rule hell. Elizabeth is a claimant and Delphine is a challenger to Elizabeth, though they are both scary as hell. Their qualifications are psychopathy, viciousness and general disregard of human life. The immortals play the long game (one of them is 24 centuries old) and it’s easy to believe that they think they are firmly in the driver’s seat. The threesome have their own networks of information and sometimes I feel they believe they are invincible. Ring is the assassin where as Risa and Wally are in the information division. By the end of the book, they find themselves challenged physically and emotionally and if you aren’t careful-and even if you are-they’ll reel you in hook, line and sinker. (Nod to Ring’s suburb fishing skill-now pass me a beer )
shelfquest's review
1.0
The medium in which I consumed The Forest Bull is by audiobook. It was a fairly painful experience; the audiobook narrator is a woman but the book is from the point of view of a man (...wut?), thus making her sound terribly like a female trucker for the entire book. Narration aside, I tried to get past this poor move and focus on the great story that this book had the potential to be.
The book is about three humans who hunt immortals for a living. The upheaval comes when some unknown Baron contacts them to track down his immortal daughter, Elizabeth. It is an upheaval because they don't advertise their services so they figure that someone fairly close to them is a rat. Much of the book after that is them checking out the Baron's validity while searching both for Elizabeth and the spy in their close circle of friends. Yadda yadda, some other stuff happens, then the end of the book happens and they don't even find Elizabeth WHICH THEY SPEND THE WHOLE BOOK DOING. How can you even finish a book without wrapping up your loose ends? If the thought is to keep looking for this woman over the entire series then it is a terrible idea. I'll never know. All this and the POV of the main character is so weird that I thought it was written by a woman because it seemed a little off compared to other man-POV books I've read.
I don't recommend listening to or reading this book (but especially listening to) and I won't be reading any more in this series and probably nothing from the author, if I'm lucky.
As many stars as I take my Thai food: "Zero."
The book is about three humans who hunt immortals for a living. The upheaval comes when some unknown Baron contacts them to track down his immortal daughter, Elizabeth. It is an upheaval because they don't advertise their services so they figure that someone fairly close to them is a rat. Much of the book after that is them checking out the Baron's validity while searching both for Elizabeth and the spy in their close circle of friends. Yadda yadda, some other stuff happens, then the end of the book happens and they don't even find Elizabeth WHICH THEY SPEND THE WHOLE BOOK DOING. How can you even finish a book without wrapping up your loose ends? If the thought is to keep looking for this woman over the entire series then it is a terrible idea. I'll never know. All this and the POV of the main character is so weird that I thought it was written by a woman because it seemed a little off compared to other man-POV books I've read.
I don't recommend listening to or reading this book (but especially listening to) and I won't be reading any more in this series and probably nothing from the author, if I'm lucky.
As many stars as I take my Thai food: "Zero."
booksarethenewblack's review
4.0
I won this from a Goodreads, First-reads Giveaway. It took me longer than usual because I had a nasty cold. Otherwise, it wouldn't have taken me long to finish this book. It's a pretty quick read and it keeps you wanting more. It is a different take on paranormal than I'm used to but that's not a bad thing. Ring, Wally & Risa are a family type unit (who sleep together) that kill the monsters in the night. They end up getting pulled into a war of power. This was a well written book that kept me interested! I can't wait to read the next one by this author!
nixwolfwood's review
4.0
http://www.platypire.com/j-hooligan/the-forest-bull-by-terry-maggert
I had originally tried to listen/read this toward the end of May, but Bob (another platypire) went into labor early and I was so completely out it that even though I'd read through half of the book - I hadn't retained a thing. I couldn't even tell you one single name. (The baby was fine after a small complication, and she's doing well) I knew I'd need to start it over.
And then my phone broke. The sound on it was kaput. So it would be over two months before I could give it another shot.
Much of this story is engaging, and written in a way that paints vivid pictures. There are some issues though, mostly with the constant change of POV and its wordiness. There was more filler bits than I would have preferred.
I did felt that Rebecca Cook did a fantastic job with the narration of this story, and I especially loved her many accents. She definitely helped keep me going in the story when it became harder to read.
It isn't what I expected And I say that in a good way. That's mostly thanks to the different types of villains. Also there's a good portion of sex in this book. Not really my thing, but it was done tastefully.
I do recommend this to people more into more unique paranormal stories.
Book: 3.5 platypires
Narration 4 platypires
I had originally tried to listen/read this toward the end of May, but Bob (another platypire) went into labor early and I was so completely out it that even though I'd read through half of the book - I hadn't retained a thing. I couldn't even tell you one single name. (The baby was fine after a small complication, and she's doing well) I knew I'd need to start it over.
And then my phone broke. The sound on it was kaput. So it would be over two months before I could give it another shot.
Much of this story is engaging, and written in a way that paints vivid pictures. There are some issues though, mostly with the constant change of POV and its wordiness. There was more filler bits than I would have preferred.
I did felt that Rebecca Cook did a fantastic job with the narration of this story, and I especially loved her many accents. She definitely helped keep me going in the story when it became harder to read.
It isn't what I expected And I say that in a good way. That's mostly thanks to the different types of villains. Also there's a good portion of sex in this book. Not really my thing, but it was done tastefully.
I do recommend this to people more into more unique paranormal stories.
Book: 3.5 platypires
Narration 4 platypires
ciannareider's review
5.0
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Wow! This book was awesome. I was really drawn it, beyond one thing, I was lucky enough to have the audiobook version, and my only issue with that was having a female doing a male voice. It was natural for me the way it sounded, but the actress did a lovely job with the rest so I got used to it. Just fair warning for those of you listening. Don't let it keep you from reading this story! :)
This story is quality writing (and you know that if you can listen to it while working and still be able to follow the story, and know the characters) and it's got a great edge to it. There's no wimpy monsters here, and no wimpy cast of main characters either. There's straight up monster hunting, Sam & Dean style ganking. I really enjoyed that element. I like that our mains weren't afraid to get their hands dirty and dig into the seedy world. Plus, there's a dog in this book, and who doesn't love a big dog? I felt really drawn in and I imagined all the scenes vividly while listen, and I really couldn't let it go. This is a must read. It's well written and developed, I didn't notice any plot holes, and it wraps up in a bit of an unexpected way! I can't wait to finish the second one!
*I received a copy of this book for an honest review.
Wow! This book was awesome. I was really drawn it, beyond one thing, I was lucky enough to have the audiobook version, and my only issue with that was having a female doing a male voice. It was natural for me the way it sounded, but the actress did a lovely job with the rest so I got used to it. Just fair warning for those of you listening. Don't let it keep you from reading this story! :)
This story is quality writing (and you know that if you can listen to it while working and still be able to follow the story, and know the characters) and it's got a great edge to it. There's no wimpy monsters here, and no wimpy cast of main characters either. There's straight up monster hunting, Sam & Dean style ganking. I really enjoyed that element. I like that our mains weren't afraid to get their hands dirty and dig into the seedy world. Plus, there's a dog in this book, and who doesn't love a big dog? I felt really drawn in and I imagined all the scenes vividly while listen, and I really couldn't let it go. This is a must read. It's well written and developed, I didn't notice any plot holes, and it wraps up in a bit of an unexpected way! I can't wait to finish the second one!
*I received a copy of this book for an honest review.
hosborneauthor's review
5.0
An amazing and descriptive novel, The Forest Bull was certainly an interesting read. I'm not usually one to read fantasy/paranormal books, but after being recommended this by a friend, I decided to give it a try. I was captivated from page one. I loved Ring, Risa, and Wally, as well as the unique take on immortality. I look forward to reading the next book in the series.
Also, the cover is so beautiful, and captures the essence of the novel perfectly.
Also, the cover is so beautiful, and captures the essence of the novel perfectly.
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