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3.88 AVERAGE
3.88 AVERAGE
3.75 stars. Characters and a world rich with possibilities but the pacing is uneven and there are holes that never got filled in. (Maybe they would be if a sequel were forthcoming?)
I initially read the novella version of this story on [b:Charmed and Dangerous|25912719|Charmed and Dangerous|Jordan Castillo Price|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1437488487l/25912719._SY75_.jpg|45800532]. While the first chapters remains mostly the same, there are some inserts and even crucial differences, so in no way one could pick up the novella and continue from some point of this book.
I really liked the main character and the grittier fae world China town setting is definitely interesting, differing from many of the fantasy clichés.
Overall there was so many things going on that I felt a bit out of breath getting to the end. That left me with a slightly unsatisfied feeling, so this isn't a 4,5 or 5 for me.
The cover is a thing of beauty, I think I would have ended up buying the book at some point just because of it.
I really liked the main character and the grittier fae world China town setting is definitely interesting, differing from many of the fantasy clichés.
Overall there was so many things going on that I felt a bit out of breath getting to the end. That left me with a slightly unsatisfied feeling, so this isn't a 4,5 or 5 for me.
The cover is a thing of beauty, I think I would have ended up buying the book at some point just because of it.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
4 Stars!
You know what? The only thing I’m disappointed in regarding this story is that it’s not a series. Why is that Ms. Ford????
What’s not to like? This focuses on Roku, a half human/half fae cop who works the Arcane division dealing with magical crimes. Like all Ford protagonists, he’s been dealt a shit deal and through his grief and guilt, this guy strives to mete out justice the only way he knows how. Roku of course, doesn’t want any attachments, let alone romantic ones, but that’s a moot point when he’s assigned a new partner, a guy he’s insanely attracted to and who has his own agenda and secrets. While Roku struggles with such, he’s also trying to solve several murders and not get dead himself.
I only hope Ford changes her mind at some point about writing a sequel. This was rich in world building where humans and fae live side by side, where spells and practitioners abound and two cultures clash and intermix with all sorts of trouble and consequences. It doesn’t hurt that Roku is also from a crime family where his grandfather would just love for him to fall in line and take his place at some point. That’s highly unlikely, but imagine what an upstanding cop could and would do in such a setting??
Sexy, full of action, surprisingly purple prose lite but no less interesting regarding this well visualized AU. I quite enjoyed myself with this brightly descriptive story that never lets Roku, or the reader, take a breather for very long.
Whew! More please!
You know what? The only thing I’m disappointed in regarding this story is that it’s not a series. Why is that Ms. Ford????
What’s not to like? This focuses on Roku, a half human/half fae cop who works the Arcane division dealing with magical crimes. Like all Ford protagonists, he’s been dealt a shit deal and through his grief and guilt, this guy strives to mete out justice the only way he knows how. Roku of course, doesn’t want any attachments, let alone romantic ones, but that’s a moot point when he’s assigned a new partner, a guy he’s insanely attracted to and who has his own agenda and secrets. While Roku struggles with such, he’s also trying to solve several murders and not get dead himself.
I only hope Ford changes her mind at some point about writing a sequel. This was rich in world building where humans and fae live side by side, where spells and practitioners abound and two cultures clash and intermix with all sorts of trouble and consequences. It doesn’t hurt that Roku is also from a crime family where his grandfather would just love for him to fall in line and take his place at some point. That’s highly unlikely, but imagine what an upstanding cop could and would do in such a setting??
Sexy, full of action, surprisingly purple prose lite but no less interesting regarding this well visualized AU. I quite enjoyed myself with this brightly descriptive story that never lets Roku, or the reader, take a breather for very long.
Whew! More please!
Loved loved loved this book in audio. It was great before but this just came to life!
I absolutely loved this book, and largely for the world-building. Ford blends the supernatural into the every day in a convincing adrenaline rush. The plot takes intriguing twists, and the characters stand out as individuals. It's a wonderful reminder that tropes are not a bad thing and can be played upon to surprise the reader.
Also, there is world-building in the sex scene. Like I'm still in awe of the skill. It's one of the best I've read.
Also, there is world-building in the sex scene. Like I'm still in awe of the skill. It's one of the best I've read.
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
I really like Rhys Ford's stuff, but this one just blew me away a little bit. Ford's take on fae and magic is unique and a wonder to read about. The mystery kept me hooked, and the romance... well, it might not have been the focus of the story, but in the few days that Roku and Trent have, the progress that they make feels real and makes me warm and fuzzy inside. Loverly. I need more! (Also, Bob the Cat is the awesomest.)