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rachelellyn's review against another edition
4.0
Great humor. Interesting story. This was the first book I have read of her's and I enjoyed it. These days it's hard to entice me to read a series (too many wonderful books to read by too many wonderful authors), but I'd think about reading another one!
jenn_loves_2_read's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
antitheticaldreamgirl13's review against another edition
5.0
We are the granddaughters of the witches you could not burn-Unknown
Wow! This book was so freaking good! I was, unfortunately, losing hope and interest in the adventures of Charley Davidson and co. Like I have said in previous reviews of this series, I was getting burnt out by Reyes. I was so tired of reading loooong paragraphs dedicated to how orgasm-inducing his looks are. After this book, I am still not the biggest fan of Reyes—I was getting really creepy, overprotective Edward Cullen-vibes in this book.
Getting away from Reyes (because God knows he gets enough attention in the book), I honestly did not expect to enjoy this random amnesia storyline as much as I did. It was really hard to put down because it was really fun reading about lost and confused Charley in NY.
However, this book seemed a lot different than previous installments in the series. For the majority of the book, we weren’t following Charley, but rather Janey Doerr. Maybe because of this fact it kinda felt more of a Stephanie Plum-esque storyline. But whatever! I still looved this book!
Wow! This book was so freaking good! I was, unfortunately, losing hope and interest in the adventures of Charley Davidson and co. Like I have said in previous reviews of this series, I was getting burnt out by Reyes. I was so tired of reading loooong paragraphs dedicated to how orgasm-inducing his looks are. After this book, I am still not the biggest fan of Reyes—I was getting really creepy, overprotective Edward Cullen-vibes in this book.
Getting away from Reyes (because God knows he gets enough attention in the book), I honestly did not expect to enjoy this random amnesia storyline as much as I did. It was really hard to put down because it was really fun reading about lost and confused Charley in NY.
However, this book seemed a lot different than previous installments in the series. For the majority of the book, we weren’t following Charley, but rather Janey Doerr. Maybe because of this fact it kinda felt more of a Stephanie Plum-esque storyline. But whatever! I still looved this book!
birdloveranne's review against another edition
3.0
This book did not do it for me. Combined with the disappointment I felt about the previous book, I will have to reconsider whether I want to read any more of this series.
crochetchrisie's review against another edition
4.0
Huh, Charley with amnesia. Like a reset for the series, at least for one book. It was a nice reprieve from the investigation into the prophesy. And yes, once again I read a book in a day.
lamom77's review against another edition
5.0
Wow, another fantastic book in this series. I was a bit hesitant starting this 9th book based on how the 8th ended and the description. After the having already read 8 books in this series, it sounded like we were basically having to go back to the start with Charley, Reyes and the gang. Luckily, that was not the case, and instead got a bonus of experiencing Charley and Reyes fall in love again and to learn even more of their roles in this and that dimension. Great book, can't wait for #10!!
Just reread in preparation for the 10th book coming out later this month. The books are so good that I have a tendency to rush through them and forget some of the details. I love this series and all the characters! I can't wait to see what happens next.
Just reread in preparation for the 10th book coming out later this month. The books are so good that I have a tendency to rush through them and forget some of the details. I love this series and all the characters! I can't wait to see what happens next.
whatsmacksaid's review against another edition
4.0
It took me a while to get through this one because life got in the way, but I really enjoyed it. I loved the change of scenery and pace, and how well characterized Charley is. She might have amnesia, but she's still herself and it's delightful. I also really appreciated how well Jones used our knowledge of the world and of the rest of the cast to signal what was happening off screen, even when Charley couldn't put it all together.
witchylevy's review against another edition
4.0
Can't say I like when Janey is being a bit flaky. Will I help or will I stay invisible and safe? But even with that it was nice to have a more "happening" book this time. The last few chapters were sad and happy. The stuff about promises and Gods was confusing but makes the desire for more in this series so much stronger.
carrieberrie's review against another edition
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
amym84's review against another edition
3.0
I have loved the Charley Davidson series from the beginning. I have been along on the ride for whatever Darynda Jones decided to throw at our grim reaper and her son of Satan love. So it's with great sadness that while reading Ninth Grave I found myself not entirely on board with the direction Ms. Jones took in this installment.
After the events of [b:Eighth Grave After Dark|22922356|Eighth Grave After Dark (Charley Davidson, #8)|Darynda Jones|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1413161725s/22922356.jpg|42490126] the Charley we know wakes up without her memories in Sleepy Hollow. Not knowing what else to do, Janey Doerr, becomes a waitress and bides her time until something triggers her memory. While working she meets and becomes good friends with fellow waitress Cookie and Cookie's husband Robert. She also gets to know some of the regular customers that come in every day, some times multiple times per day.
It's in this way that she meets the mysterious Reyes Farrow. There's just something about the man that Janey can't help but be attracted to, but there's also an air of danger and darkness to him. But with so much missing from her past, can she really take such a risk on her future?
It was kind of strange to read this story about "Janey" all the while knowing it's Charley. The things that are unknown to Janey are already known to Charley (therefore already known to readers) so I guess I didn't understand the redundancy in having us go through things again. Learning to trust Reyes, learning about her powers, etc. We've been through it. Janey only showcased the things that we already know about Charley. I guess in a way you can say by having trouble follow Janey around and have Janey jump headlong into said trouble as Charley would do only proves the point that this is what Charley is supposed to be doing. That these things; helping people, solving mysteries, seeing the departed; makes up the sum of Charley no matter who she is or what life she inhabits. This would have been her life no matter what.
As always, I loved the chemistry between Charley and Reyes. I don't think that's something that can ever be off in these books. There were also some pretty sweet moments between Janey and Reyes as he insinuates himself in her life without outright saying who he is and what he means to her. We get a lovely glimpse of some real feelings. These moments are usually small and in passing, but I loved them all the more. The small moments are probably the best thing about this book for me. Not only is Reyes in Sleepy Hollow letting Charley work to getting back to herself, but everyone who cares about Charley that can be is there too: Garrett, Osh, Cookie, Uncle Robert, even Charley's father's spirit, plus others. Seeing the devotion these people have to their friend was wonderful.
I was very interested in the direction it appears the series is headed in the next book. However, as one of my fellow reviewers pointed out in the Vampire Book Club Review it doesn't really make sense until close to the end and by that time I'm wondering what the point was for the rest of the book. Because honestly, this book is full almost to the point of bursting with Janey getting into one scrape or another trying to help someone out or whatever. There were so many side storylines that they couldn't all be done justice and therefore they all came out a little on the weak side.
I don't want there to be any mistaking though, I thought this was an OK read. Not the best in the series, but nothing that will keep me from reading and enjoying future installments. I appreciate what Darynda Jones tried to do here, for me, it just didn't work out.
After the events of [b:Eighth Grave After Dark|22922356|Eighth Grave After Dark (Charley Davidson, #8)|Darynda Jones|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1413161725s/22922356.jpg|42490126] the Charley we know wakes up without her memories in Sleepy Hollow. Not knowing what else to do, Janey Doerr, becomes a waitress and bides her time until something triggers her memory. While working she meets and becomes good friends with fellow waitress Cookie and Cookie's husband Robert. She also gets to know some of the regular customers that come in every day, some times multiple times per day.
It's in this way that she meets the mysterious Reyes Farrow. There's just something about the man that Janey can't help but be attracted to, but there's also an air of danger and darkness to him. But with so much missing from her past, can she really take such a risk on her future?
It was kind of strange to read this story about "Janey" all the while knowing it's Charley. The things that are unknown to Janey are already known to Charley (therefore already known to readers) so I guess I didn't understand the redundancy in having us go through things again. Learning to trust Reyes, learning about her powers, etc. We've been through it. Janey only showcased the things that we already know about Charley. I guess in a way you can say by having trouble follow Janey around and have Janey jump headlong into said trouble as Charley would do only proves the point that this is what Charley is supposed to be doing. That these things; helping people, solving mysteries, seeing the departed; makes up the sum of Charley no matter who she is or what life she inhabits. This would have been her life no matter what.
As always, I loved the chemistry between Charley and Reyes. I don't think that's something that can ever be off in these books. There were also some pretty sweet moments between Janey and Reyes as he insinuates himself in her life without outright saying who he is and what he means to her. We get a lovely glimpse of some real feelings. These moments are usually small and in passing, but I loved them all the more. The small moments are probably the best thing about this book for me. Not only is Reyes in Sleepy Hollow letting Charley work to getting back to herself, but everyone who cares about Charley that can be is there too: Garrett, Osh, Cookie, Uncle Robert, even Charley's father's spirit, plus others. Seeing the devotion these people have to their friend was wonderful.
I was very interested in the direction it appears the series is headed in the next book. However, as one of my fellow reviewers pointed out in the Vampire Book Club Review it doesn't really make sense until close to the end and by that time I'm wondering what the point was for the rest of the book. Because honestly, this book is full almost to the point of bursting with Janey getting into one scrape or another trying to help someone out or whatever. There were so many side storylines that they couldn't all be done justice and therefore they all came out a little on the weak side.
I don't want there to be any mistaking though, I thought this was an OK read. Not the best in the series, but nothing that will keep me from reading and enjoying future installments. I appreciate what Darynda Jones tried to do here, for me, it just didn't work out.