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the_weirdling's review against another edition
4.0
This is a highly enjoyable short listen. It is read by Roger Clark, who has one of the best “gravelly western cowboy” voices.
The book reminds me a lot of the Dresden Files. Instead of a modern urban setting, you get the old West. Instead of a whiny young man, the protagonist is a tough-as-nails gunslinger, who is sort of undead. But also kind of not. (The book explains that.) other than that, it is a similar style. The story is narrated by the protagonist with whimsy and sarcasm. The enemies are supernatural beasties. Much of the action is framed around a mystery which needs to be solved.
If you like the Dresden books and Westerns, this will pretty much be the perfect book for you. If you can’t stand either of them, skip it. There’s plenty of other great stuff out there to read.
The book reminds me a lot of the Dresden Files. Instead of a modern urban setting, you get the old West. Instead of a whiny young man, the protagonist is a tough-as-nails gunslinger, who is sort of undead. But also kind of not. (The book explains that.) other than that, it is a similar style. The story is narrated by the protagonist with whimsy and sarcasm. The enemies are supernatural beasties. Much of the action is framed around a mystery which needs to be solved.
If you like the Dresden books and Westerns, this will pretty much be the perfect book for you. If you can’t stand either of them, skip it. There’s plenty of other great stuff out there to read.
schnoebs13's review against another edition
4.0
4.25⭐️
Lots of fun and has me excited for the full book. I’m really interested in what Crowley has become as a Hand of God and the abilities that come with it. I feel like we’ve only just gotten a taste of the different types of beings in this world and I can’t wait to learn more.
Lots of fun and has me excited for the full book. I’m really interested in what Crowley has become as a Hand of God and the abilities that come with it. I feel like we’ve only just gotten a taste of the different types of beings in this world and I can’t wait to learn more.
dalidja's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
tonibby's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
stevenguglich's review against another edition
4.0
An excellent start to a new series. Rhett and Bruno captured the voice and character of an ol' grizzled cowboy turned supernatural bounty hunter in such away that I wish John Wayne were still alive to play him in the movie adaptation. I'm looking forward to the next installment.
arnokottgen's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
torakima's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
kay_slayerofbooks's review
4.0
The real question is "Are there more stories with James Crowley?"
James Crowley is so bad ass! I kinda wanted the next chapter. What happens when he goes to that town 1 mile south? What other supernatural creatures does he encounter and how do they all react when they realize he isn't mortal. And what happens to Rosa.
I wanted more! But it was short and I liked it.
4 stars
James Crowley is so bad ass! I kinda wanted the next chapter. What happens when he goes to that town 1 mile south? What other supernatural creatures does he encounter and how do they all react when they realize he isn't mortal. And what happens to Rosa.
I wanted more! But it was short and I liked it.
4 stars
lollymau's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0