i am so defunct
better late than never? Maybe. lol
Midnight Hunt by LL Raand - I read the book twice in less than a week. That should say it all. But for those less inclined to know I hate reading anything more than once, it was fantastic. Yes the anatomy was messed with, but they aren't human so who cares. Plus a decent dose of vampire hotness thrown in, what's not to love. Best part about this book was at no point was I completely confounded as to the reasons why characters did what they did. I can hardly wait until the second one to this series is released in mid-March. Yummy!
Sword of the Guardian by Merry Shannon - This was a solid story with excellent and realistic characters. I have read her other book Branded Ann as well. Both are good. My only complaint was the front cover. The marketing person needs a good smack or maybe whoever scanned in the image. The colors and details translated poorly. I am a person who judges books by their covers so yes, this was irritating and a turn off. The image quality sucked. But the book's contents were awesome and fun to read. Sorry, I know the author knows the artist. I am willing to bet this was a publishing screw up and give the artist the benefit of the doubt. There are major character deaths, but nothing in vain. Follows the sacrifices must be made rules I guess. The magical goddess powers were pretty nifty as well. My favorite parts were the acrobatics. Looking forward to more from this author.
The Gilda Stories by Jewelle Gomez - I found this one a bit of a challenge to read, but not because it was awful or boring, but due to the intensity level. I would read a time frame and take a break in between. I enjoyed all the cultural challenges the author addresses throughout the different time periods. The details to set the tone and scene were well done and transported me easily. Best of all, I didn't feel like I had messages crammed down my throat. A wide variety of characters makes this an intriguing read as well. Totally recommended. A different take on vampires that I enjoyed with its subtlety.
Stay by Nicola Griffith - Featuring Aud, a character I can relate to. Throw in some well written emotional drama, a mystery, and a gritty hero to get a very intense story. I liked this book much better than her sci-fi one. The author sticks in all these little twists and makes the main hero fallible in an unexpected but very realistic way. Lots of little stories with in the story, so that you feel like you may have peeled an orange when you are done. A blood orange to be sure. Not for the faint of heart, the story in several places reaches out and gives the reader a sharp shake.
Always by Nicola Griffith - Another Aud story. Similar in flavor with some definite gristle to chew on as you go. I would say this story more resembles a grape fruit as you peel along since some of the parts are not lacking a stinging sharpness. Another mystery with multiple layers, though at a few points I wanted to smack Aud for missing the obvious. Lots of action and no lack of twists. Worth reading for sure.
I have more but I don't like doing super long posts. Laziness maybe?
Midnight Hunt by LL Raand - I read the book twice in less than a week. That should say it all. But for those less inclined to know I hate reading anything more than once, it was fantastic. Yes the anatomy was messed with, but they aren't human so who cares. Plus a decent dose of vampire hotness thrown in, what's not to love. Best part about this book was at no point was I completely confounded as to the reasons why characters did what they did. I can hardly wait until the second one to this series is released in mid-March. Yummy!
Sword of the Guardian by Merry Shannon - This was a solid story with excellent and realistic characters. I have read her other book Branded Ann as well. Both are good. My only complaint was the front cover. The marketing person needs a good smack or maybe whoever scanned in the image. The colors and details translated poorly. I am a person who judges books by their covers so yes, this was irritating and a turn off. The image quality sucked. But the book's contents were awesome and fun to read. Sorry, I know the author knows the artist. I am willing to bet this was a publishing screw up and give the artist the benefit of the doubt. There are major character deaths, but nothing in vain. Follows the sacrifices must be made rules I guess. The magical goddess powers were pretty nifty as well. My favorite parts were the acrobatics. Looking forward to more from this author.
The Gilda Stories by Jewelle Gomez - I found this one a bit of a challenge to read, but not because it was awful or boring, but due to the intensity level. I would read a time frame and take a break in between. I enjoyed all the cultural challenges the author addresses throughout the different time periods. The details to set the tone and scene were well done and transported me easily. Best of all, I didn't feel like I had messages crammed down my throat. A wide variety of characters makes this an intriguing read as well. Totally recommended. A different take on vampires that I enjoyed with its subtlety.
Stay by Nicola Griffith - Featuring Aud, a character I can relate to. Throw in some well written emotional drama, a mystery, and a gritty hero to get a very intense story. I liked this book much better than her sci-fi one. The author sticks in all these little twists and makes the main hero fallible in an unexpected but very realistic way. Lots of little stories with in the story, so that you feel like you may have peeled an orange when you are done. A blood orange to be sure. Not for the faint of heart, the story in several places reaches out and gives the reader a sharp shake.
Always by Nicola Griffith - Another Aud story. Similar in flavor with some definite gristle to chew on as you go. I would say this story more resembles a grape fruit as you peel along since some of the parts are not lacking a stinging sharpness. Another mystery with multiple layers, though at a few points I wanted to smack Aud for missing the obvious. Lots of action and no lack of twists. Worth reading for sure.
I have more but I don't like doing super long posts. Laziness maybe?