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A review by megancperry
Hunting Prince Dracula by Kerri Maniscalco
5.0
Yes!!! This is what I wanted in a sequel!! My major issues with [b:Stalking Jack the Ripper|40727470|Stalking Jack the Ripper (Stalking Jack the Ripper, #1)|Kerri Maniscalco|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1530823449l/40727470._SY75_.jpg|47434536] were definitely resolved in this instalment: firstly, the predictability of the culprit. Whereas previously the named cast was so small, there were few people to suspect, here, there were so many more suspicious characters, which made the mystery much more interesting, though admittedly I read this series less for the mystery and more the characters and relationships.
Secondly, the romance! In the first book, there were points where I cringed at the descriptions (too much 'show' and not enough 'tell' - Audrey addressed her feelings too much and I feel I'd have enjoyed it more if it was more subtle), and there wasn't enough build up but I felt quite the opposite in [b:Hunting Prince Dracula|33784373|Hunting Prince Dracula (Stalking Jack the Ripper, #2)|Kerri Maniscalco|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1489420853l/33784373._SX50_.jpg|50890346]! Honestly, the tension! And the ending!!! I can't wait to start the sequel!
I listened to both books on audiobook and I would definitely recommend this route; Nicola Barber, the narrator, has a talent for distinguishing between the different character voices, making the listen easy!
Secondly, the romance! In the first book, there were points where I cringed at the descriptions (too much 'show' and not enough 'tell' - Audrey addressed her feelings too much and I feel I'd have enjoyed it more if it was more subtle), and there wasn't enough build up but I felt quite the opposite in [b:Hunting Prince Dracula|33784373|Hunting Prince Dracula (Stalking Jack the Ripper, #2)|Kerri Maniscalco|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1489420853l/33784373._SX50_.jpg|50890346]! Honestly, the tension! And the ending!!! I can't wait to start the sequel!
I listened to both books on audiobook and I would definitely recommend this route; Nicola Barber, the narrator, has a talent for distinguishing between the different character voices, making the listen easy!