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quirkycatsfatstacks's review against another edition
5.0
So I was really miffed when I couldn't read this when it released (too much work) but I must say, it was well worth the wait! If you're a fan of well written stories about fae and/or grave witches, check it out!
jasmine388f8's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
nikki_silk's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
sleepseeker's review against another edition
4.0
This is the second book in the series and another great read. This is a great paranormal book and a real page turner. I still love the main character and she is still bad ass.
mistressop's review against another edition
4.0
I like death better.. and it would SOOOOOooo never work.
Here's the problem. I ended up liking this series. She writes slowly as fuck but I love the series. the whole is much stronger than the first book. which I should have known when I wanted to possibly reread the first book. at the same time. I hate the male interestest in this series. just not lovin it. which is a problem with female heroines it's almost like... impossible to get a male love interest that works.
Here's the problem. I ended up liking this series. She writes slowly as fuck but I love the series. the whole is much stronger than the first book. which I should have known when I wanted to possibly reread the first book. at the same time. I hate the male interestest in this series. just not lovin it. which is a problem with female heroines it's almost like... impossible to get a male love interest that works.
reginaexmachina's review against another edition
While I really liked the first book in the series. I didn't quite get as exited in this book. It just didn't hold my attention and it got to where I didn't really care what happened. Which is disappointing since there's so few urban fantasy series I really like anymore. It wasn't bad and maybe other people will enjoy it more than me but I wasn't willing to push through it.
paperbackstash's review against another edition
4.0
I'm happy to report that I enjoyed this one more than the first. While I still don't like the idea of having a grim reaper as a real character (and a potential love interest at that!), I was more comfortable with him this time around. Alex is as enjoyable a heroine as usual, especially as we find out more of the mystery surrounding her abilities, history and genetics. Falin is back but the role is changed due to revelations from the first novel. He's as yummy and interesting as ever.
One of the main contradictory elements of the story stands as Alex's abilities and disabilities. Her powers come at high cost - when she uses her grave sight, she's temporarily blinded. Raising shades from bodies come with a price as well. Trying to blend the costs of her abilities while being forced to use them, amidst the confusing mess of characters who are all mysterious with their own hidden agendas, makes fun reading. Having to weight whether the risk is worth it to use an ability or not sometimes results in disastrous repercussions.
The author injected more enthusiasm this time because of how in-depth the fae world has grown. It's almost like an adult, surreal fairytale at times. The different characters were fascinating, especially the almost funny Nightmare Man. The Witch and King were unique as well, helping make this flow quickly into an easy read. Price again writes with a talented hand, including a depth of detail to make the literary world come alive in convincing, alluring ways.
While the first didn't have a plot issue, the plot for this one was even better. There are so many possible personal disasters now for Alex and several characters that it's easy to become engrossed. A hefty dose of suspense, too, as in the fae situations much was at stake. Price is a gifted writer with her phrasing and keeping the moment taut when much is at hand.
It seems the love triangle is still here and planting itself even stronger.
As before, the book really takes off toward the end, making it engrossing more then than when initially starting it. The series so far has its up and downs for me, being mediocre on some fronts while excelling in others. I'm anxious to read the third after that cliffhanger.
One of the main contradictory elements of the story stands as Alex's abilities and disabilities. Her powers come at high cost - when she uses her grave sight, she's temporarily blinded. Raising shades from bodies come with a price as well. Trying to blend the costs of her abilities while being forced to use them, amidst the confusing mess of characters who are all mysterious with their own hidden agendas, makes fun reading. Having to weight whether the risk is worth it to use an ability or not sometimes results in disastrous repercussions.
The author injected more enthusiasm this time because of how in-depth the fae world has grown. It's almost like an adult, surreal fairytale at times. The different characters were fascinating, especially the almost funny Nightmare Man. The Witch and King were unique as well, helping make this flow quickly into an easy read. Price again writes with a talented hand, including a depth of detail to make the literary world come alive in convincing, alluring ways.
While the first didn't have a plot issue, the plot for this one was even better. There are so many possible personal disasters now for Alex and several characters that it's easy to become engrossed. A hefty dose of suspense, too, as in the fae situations much was at stake. Price is a gifted writer with her phrasing and keeping the moment taut when much is at hand.
It seems the love triangle is still here and planting itself even stronger.
As before, the book really takes off toward the end, making it engrossing more then than when initially starting it. The series so far has its up and downs for me, being mediocre on some fronts while excelling in others. I'm anxious to read the third after that cliffhanger.
jessicareadsit's review against another edition
4.0
the dynamic between alex and death in this one is evolving as we see more of that tall dark and delicious hunk
I really like all the information on the Fae clan but I have my eyes on Caleb
In this book Alex is trying to protect the independant Faes against the Winter Queen who is using a police investigation to reign them onto her control. She is also ripping through reality and loosing those dearest to her
Her friend "Show Girl" Riana is also more actively involved in this book but there is still some mystery.
It’s action packed and an awesome read!!
Can’t wait for book 3
I really like all the information on the Fae clan but I have my eyes on Caleb
In this book Alex is trying to protect the independant Faes against the Winter Queen who is using a police investigation to reign them onto her control. She is also ripping through reality and loosing those dearest to her
Her friend "Show Girl" Riana is also more actively involved in this book but there is still some mystery.
It’s action packed and an awesome read!!
Can’t wait for book 3
lynds_davis's review against another edition
2.0
All I can say is “meh.”
The first book showed promise, and I was excited for this one, but it felt like it was just playing into the same tired cliches of every other faerie tale and urban fantasy out there.
I guess the one positive thing I can say about the book is it held my attention well enough for me to finish it.
Don’t know that I’ll read the next book, though.
The first book showed promise, and I was excited for this one, but it felt like it was just playing into the same tired cliches of every other faerie tale and urban fantasy out there.
I guess the one positive thing I can say about the book is it held my attention well enough for me to finish it.
Don’t know that I’ll read the next book, though.
oobrien98's review against another edition
4.0
I have mixed feelings about this book. In some ways, it was really drab, and other ways were really interesting. I mostly find the love triangle to be overplayed and unsatisfying. Overall, it was a fun read, and I'm hoping the plot will build more in the next book.