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Haley Mathiot (9 KP) rated Truth and Fear in Books

Apr 27, 2018

Truth and Fear

Peter Higgins | 2015 | Fiction & Poetry

10.0

(1 Ratings)

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I was so excited about this audiobook that I went back and re-listened to the first one in the series so I’d be on top of all the details. It did not disappoint. More mystical creatures than ever, a wholly other side of the same terrifying magic, a fast-paced exciting plot that never stopped, all concluding to me absolutely dying for the next book. I cannot wait to find out what happens to all my favorite characters. I cannot conceptualize how this story will end—and that, for me, is the best thing ever, because so many stories out there are so easy to guess the plot and the conclusion but this… this is something entirely other that I cannot expect. And I’m in love with it.

I whole heartedly recommend reading this series!

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Cori June (3033 KP) rated Smoke and Mirrors in Books

Mar 22, 2019

Smoke and Mirrors

Jane Lindskold | 1996 | Paranormal, Science Fiction/Fantasy

8.0

(1 Ratings)

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Smokey (2 more)

real characters

mildly racy (she's a prostitute)

When did this happen moments (1 more)

mildly racy (she's a prostitute)

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Racy in that yes the main character is a prostitute there are sex scenes. The book opens with her at work. The scenes are tame, Lindskold gives just enough information for you to fill in the blanks as wanted, so no porn on paper.
The characters have real reactions. Although sometimes you feel like "oh this is now happening or when did this happen?" exspecially when it comes to Clarence and Smokey's relationship.
I think Bonny's nicknamesare cute however some people may not feel the same.
There are gay and lesbian characters (normally I won't say but I have a friend that wanted to.know of more books that had such characters)
Plus my favorite scene is Smokey dancing with Fox.

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ArecRain (8 KP) rated The Heir Apparent (Sanyare Chronicles #2) in Books

Jan 18, 2018

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I didnt think it was capable for the series to get better. Haskell is such a talented writer and story teller that the second installment not only expands on the first, it enriches it. In this novel, we are treated to more in-depth look at the world and mythology, which are both intricate and original.

Plus I absolutely love Rio. She is a solid character, its hard to not like her. She has such a strong, dynamic personality, and yet we are allowed to see the inner workings of her mind where her insecurities are evident.

A steady paced novel with an interesting world and entertaining characters, Sanyare is an immediate favorite that I tend to follow to its end.

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Erika (17789 KP) rated Time's Convert in Books

Nov 7, 2018 (Updated Nov 7, 2018)

Time's Convert

Deborah E. Harkness | 2018 | Fiction & Poetry

8.0

(2 Ratings)

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Harkness is my favorite author, and I love her All Souls Universe. While I liked this novel, and anxiously awaited it, it was... odd. It was an odd summer jaunt and, while I ended up really liking it at the end, it was kind of... unnecessary? Pointless? I feel like that's a harsh word to use, since I did enjoy it.
It was basically the guide to becoming a vampire in the universe. Honestly, I've always thought Phoebe was a boring character and her transformation into a vampire was...boring. Marcus was, by far, the best part of the book. I'm not a huge fan of children in books, because I just don't think they're interesting. I was relieved when I was done reading those chapters.
Overall, I liked it, but it was just a weird foray.

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ClareR (5991 KP) Nov 9, 2018

I listened to this on Audible. I enjoyed it, and I enjoyed the Marcus bits too - and I have to agree that I could’ve done without Phoebe. She’s not one of the most interesting characters!

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