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mellhay's review
4.0
Six months after Jack was taken by the demon, Pete is trying to live without him... and not coming back. Pete is a wreck with loss, surfacing in different forms. Ollie, Pete's old partner, has asked her to come and check out a stiff. As soon as Pete sees the body, she knows there is rather dark magic involved. And all the spiral carving and scars over the dead mans chest and arms, just adds to the mystery along with something completely unrecognizable to her. Pete has a touch of talent to work with magic on her own, but doesn't know how to use it. Can Pete help Ollie? And who else is involved in this case? Pete must follow the leads for this case that she may not want to.
I enjoyed this book as it is what I wanted to happen. Well, not in the sense of the whole book, but I wanted to see Pete grow, become her own character. And This book delivers on that journey for Pete. Pete is upset with the loss of her lover Jack and trying to carry on what they had in business and life. In this Pete has to stand on her own and try to make things work with other characters that worked with Jack. In making Pete stronger as a character it helps bring some secondary characters to the light a little more. And even introduces us to a few surprising, new characters.
The story line keeps me guessing and wondering what is going on. Pete makes her suggestions as we go through the book, but I kept wondering if there was something else - deeper darker. We keep getting the small details of the rituals and meanings behind what's going on, and just kept waiting to see how deep the story was going. The more Pete digs, the more we see, and the darker the magic gets. With unexpected turns and characters.
In this book we learn more of the Black, Weir powers and what the purpose of the weir is. We even learn some on the work between Morrigan and Jack. Caitlin isn't afraid to push her characters and break them, I think that is part of what I enjoy most with this series along with the brutally truthful and humorous banter.
If you enjoy dark magic and heavy banter, this is definitely a read for you. A great fun journey.
I enjoyed this book as it is what I wanted to happen. Well, not in the sense of the whole book, but I wanted to see Pete grow, become her own character. And This book delivers on that journey for Pete. Pete is upset with the loss of her lover Jack and trying to carry on what they had in business and life. In this Pete has to stand on her own and try to make things work with other characters that worked with Jack. In making Pete stronger as a character it helps bring some secondary characters to the light a little more. And even introduces us to a few surprising, new characters.
The story line keeps me guessing and wondering what is going on. Pete makes her suggestions as we go through the book, but I kept wondering if there was something else - deeper darker. We keep getting the small details of the rituals and meanings behind what's going on, and just kept waiting to see how deep the story was going. The more Pete digs, the more we see, and the darker the magic gets. With unexpected turns and characters.
In this book we learn more of the Black, Weir powers and what the purpose of the weir is. We even learn some on the work between Morrigan and Jack. Caitlin isn't afraid to push her characters and break them, I think that is part of what I enjoy most with this series along with the brutally truthful and humorous banter.
If you enjoy dark magic and heavy banter, this is definitely a read for you. A great fun journey.
amybraunauthor's review
3.0
We'll give this one a 3.5! I was more than happy to spend time with Pete as she moves on with her life without Jack and continue to contend with her own powers and destiny. Things are once again sent into an upheaval with Jack's return. Now, at first, I was finding myself a little drawn to him. He was treating Pete better than he had been in the past, but things quickly collapsed with Jack's lies and actions. That's not to say the writing is bad and that the story isn't engaging––it truly is, and I love the complications that a "hero" brings to this particular story and twist, given what it led to. I just can't get past my one, major gripe, again.
Jack.
I know in my last couple reviews on this series I've been harping on Jack a lot, but he seriously bothers me and I'm getting tired of his actions, and inactions. Its's exhausting having him prance around and act like the greatest thing on earth, when there is little actual proof he's just a washed up addict.
I'm not entirely thrilled by the ending, but it should be interesting to see what happens to this duo next.
Jack.
I know in my last couple reviews on this series I've been harping on Jack a lot, but he seriously bothers me and I'm getting tired of his actions, and inactions. Its's exhausting having him prance around and act like the greatest thing on earth, when there is little actual proof he's just a washed up addict.
I'm not entirely thrilled by the ending, but it should be interesting to see what happens to this duo next.
jazzrizz's review
4.0
I love this series. It's dark and gritty, with no clear cut black and white decisions.
In this 3rd book of the series, Pete is one her own and everything is spiraling out of her control. She's missing Jack and trying to carry on by herself . . . and well, it's not working out so hot for her.
There are so many forces gunning for Pete in this book. The decisions and outcomes in this book kept me on my toes, and after the cliffhanger at the end . . . I can't wait to see what's in store next!
In this 3rd book of the series, Pete is one her own and everything is spiraling out of her control. She's missing Jack and trying to carry on by herself . . . and well, it's not working out so hot for her.
There are so many forces gunning for Pete in this book. The decisions and outcomes in this book kept me on my toes, and after the cliffhanger at the end . . . I can't wait to see what's in store next!
kblincoln's review
3.0
#3 in the Black London series, Bone Gods is more of what I liked about #1 and #2....gritty black London descriptions, British slang insults and humor, an anti-hero you still can't ever stop hoping will do something nice for once, and a heroine who is tougher than all the other urban heroes out there because her potty mouth makes the bad situations she gets into worse....and she has no powers!
Well, actually, Pete Caldecott is a Weir, a kind of power receptacle for mages. But her mage, Jack Winter, pretty much went to hell, literally in the prior book, and now she's stuck with his crumbling apartment, knowledge of the Black, and a chip on her shoulder to prove she can make it without him bigger than London itself.
Her old police buddy calls her in on a gruesome murder at the British Museum, and it's danger after danger as Pete tries to simultaneously solve the murder and keep bad things from entering our world.
And she misses Jack quite fiercely.
So why did I give this one three stars when the others get four? I think it's just that the magic is gone. In this book, we get insult after insult from all the characters, and it got just a tad tiresome. When Jack and Pete are slinging bad British words at eachother it was bantery and funny, but when Pete's police buddy, all the bad guys, and Jack's only friend are all doing it...it just wore on me after a while.
While I liked the idea of Pete trying to soldier on without Jack, the reality of it wasn't as entertaining for me as the first two books.
I'ts still refreshingly gritty and funny and has at the heart two characters you can't shake, but the writing is a touch stale for me.
This Book's Food Designation Rating: The last third of a foamy latte made with Dark French Roast that was deliciously biting in the beginninig, but the bitter dregs at the bottom you consume for the sake of the money you spent, not out of shear pleasure.
Well, actually, Pete Caldecott is a Weir, a kind of power receptacle for mages. But her mage, Jack Winter, pretty much went to hell, literally in the prior book, and now she's stuck with his crumbling apartment, knowledge of the Black, and a chip on her shoulder to prove she can make it without him bigger than London itself.
Her old police buddy calls her in on a gruesome murder at the British Museum, and it's danger after danger as Pete tries to simultaneously solve the murder and keep bad things from entering our world.
And she misses Jack quite fiercely.
So why did I give this one three stars when the others get four? I think it's just that the magic is gone. In this book, we get insult after insult from all the characters, and it got just a tad tiresome. When Jack and Pete are slinging bad British words at eachother it was bantery and funny, but when Pete's police buddy, all the bad guys, and Jack's only friend are all doing it...it just wore on me after a while.
While I liked the idea of Pete trying to soldier on without Jack, the reality of it wasn't as entertaining for me as the first two books.
I'ts still refreshingly gritty and funny and has at the heart two characters you can't shake, but the writing is a touch stale for me.
This Book's Food Designation Rating: The last third of a foamy latte made with Dark French Roast that was deliciously biting in the beginninig, but the bitter dregs at the bottom you consume for the sake of the money you spent, not out of shear pleasure.
dodgeremerson's review
2.0
Beginning Thoughts: This is the author that I read because I need something to turn my brain off once and awhile. Her Black London books are better than her Luna Wilder series, but that isn't saying very much. So, going into this novel, I don't expect a lot.
Pg. 43: Her writing has gotten a little better, but it still feels like she's trying to hard to make Pete a nonchalant character. And the Order of the Hammer? I don't believe I have read about it in her other Black London novels, so that was kind of an out-of-the-blue addition. Which I don't like. Plus, we're on the third novel and her mother is just SUDDENLY appearing? Bleh.
Pg. 43: Her writing has gotten a little better, but it still feels like she's trying to hard to make Pete a nonchalant character. And the Order of the Hammer? I don't believe I have read about it in her other Black London novels, so that was kind of an out-of-the-blue addition. Which I don't like. Plus, we're on the third novel and her mother is just SUDDENLY appearing? Bleh.
st4r's review
4.0
And now for my crappy, short review for my own sake when looked upon in retrospect:
In short, my favorite part of this book was Pete's deal with Belial. It's nice to see Pete do something for which she would have shamed Jack. I know he did some pretty awkward things, but he has continually done these things FOR PETE'S SAKE. I'm growing weary of her righteous attitude and I want to see what she has to do to appease Belial.
My least favorite aspect of the book? So. Much. Change. Really, what hasn't changed in this book? Jack and Pete are both different. Their dynamic is different. Jack's goal is the same -- save Pete, be with Pete -- while Pete's goal is a bit more save-the-worldish. I am well aware that drama needs to occur between these two characters in order for plot progression, but there was just something amiss about the book. I don't know exactly what it was, however. I love reading the Black London series and I love Kittredge's writing style, but I just wasn't as pleased with this book as I was with the former two.
I'm looking forward to the next book, despite the fact that I am kind of angsty about pregnancy stories. I love Jack's voice!
In short, my favorite part of this book was Pete's deal with Belial. It's nice to see Pete do something for which she would have shamed Jack. I know he did some pretty awkward things, but he has continually done these things FOR PETE'S SAKE. I'm growing weary of her righteous attitude and I want to see what she has to do to appease Belial.
My least favorite aspect of the book? So. Much. Change. Really, what hasn't changed in this book? Jack and Pete are both different. Their dynamic is different. Jack's goal is the same -- save Pete, be with Pete -- while Pete's goal is a bit more save-the-worldish. I am well aware that drama needs to occur between these two characters in order for plot progression, but there was just something amiss about the book. I don't know exactly what it was, however. I love reading the Black London series and I love Kittredge's writing style, but I just wasn't as pleased with this book as I was with the former two.
I'm looking forward to the next book, despite the fact that I am kind of angsty about pregnancy stories. I love Jack's voice!
suzjustsuz's review
3.0
Wasn't too bad. Had trouble holding my attention. It left a few things outstanding but nothing that you couldn't end the series on if necessary.
Pete is preggers and sitting down to tell Jack. She owes Belial a favor. Since the next book, due out in August 2011, is called Devil's Business I'm betting it will center around the favor owed to Belial.
I'll watch for the new release in August and probably pick it up. The world building is sound, the stories are pretty good, the approach and characters are gritty. The only real negative is lack of heat and passion. Not just erotica, but there's very little tension between the characters.
I'll watch for the new release in August and probably pick it up. The world building is sound, the stories are pretty good, the approach and characters are gritty. The only real negative is lack of heat and passion. Not just erotica, but there's very little tension between the characters.
stellar_raven's review
4.0
One of the things I like most about these books is the way the books alternate between showing the events that transpire from Pete and Jack's point of view. The first book was Pete's, the second was Jack's, this one is Pete's.
Anyway, this book is another wonderful entry in this series. I won't even try to explain the plot, because there's no way I could do it justice, but suffice it to say it is very intense, scary at time, yet still has all the wit of the previous three in the series. There were times I was sure that the situation facing both Pete and Jack could not possibly be resolved in a way I'd find satisfactory, and yet, the author managed to pull it off fantastically.
Pete and Jack continue to be one of my favorite leads in a book series I'm currently reading. Pete because she is total kickass yet manages to avoid most of the tropes for lead female characters in this genre, and on the flip side, the same could definitely be said for Jack.
I cannot wait for the next book in the series!
Anyway, this book is another wonderful entry in this series. I won't even try to explain the plot, because there's no way I could do it justice, but suffice it to say it is very intense, scary at time, yet still has all the wit of the previous three in the series. There were times I was sure that the situation facing both Pete and Jack could not possibly be resolved in a way I'd find satisfactory, and yet, the author managed to pull it off fantastically.
Pete and Jack continue to be one of my favorite leads in a book series I'm currently reading. Pete because she is total kickass yet manages to avoid most of the tropes for lead female characters in this genre, and on the flip side, the same could definitely be said for Jack.
I cannot wait for the next book in the series!
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