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HarperAudio (2020)
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Fantasy. Fiction. Romance. HTML: In Every Which Way But Dead, witch and former bounty hunter Rachel Morgan's managed to escape her corrupt company, survive living with a vampire, start her own runner service, and face down a vampire master. But her vampire roommate Ivy is off the wagon, her human boyfriend Nick is out of town indefinitely and doesn't sound like he's coming back while the far-too-seductive vampire Kisten is looking way too tempting, and there's a turf war erupting in Cincinnati's underworld. And there's a greater evil still. To put the vampire master behind bars and save her family, Rachel made a desperate bargain and now there's hell to pay�??literally. For if Rachel cannot stop him, the archdemon Algaliarept will pull her into the sorcerous ever-after to forfeit her soul as his slave. Forever.… (more)
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LibraryThing member arbjames
I keep making my way through this series, hoping that at some point I will really, really like it. So far, I've been somewhat disappointed. There is so much potential in the story lines and characters, but to me, there always seems to be something lacking. The characters and their relationships are
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not fully developed, and the story lines are often awkward, implausible, and seemingly hurriedly put together to just end the book already. For example, I don't feel that Nick and Rachel's relationship was ever very important in the story lines. There was no real connection established. Then we are expected to be upset when he is absent for most of this third installment in the series, and what's more, believe that Rachel herself is heartbroken by his absence? It's even less believable when it barely takes Rachel five minutes to end up in bed with another character because he made her feel pretty (well, maybe it was more than five minutes, but it wasn't a whole lot longer than that!). One of the highlights of the series for me is Jenks, and sadly, he was absent for most of this book as well. The ending was quite disappointing and unbelievable. That Big Al would do what he did (don't want to spoil it for you!) makes no sense, especially considering all the effort he expended on Rachel to get her right where he wanted her. I keep hoping that things will come together and I will actually like Rachel Morgan, but I'm starting to have my doubts. Show Less
LibraryThing member magemanda
Okaaay.... I sped from book two (which I gave an excellent rating to and thoroughly enjoyed) straight into book 3 - and was a little disappointed. I genuinely loved book two in the Hollows series - it had a tight plot, a spicing of sex, plenty of danger and I just could not stop turning pages.
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We are plunged straight into the action here, when Big Al comes to make good on Rachel's agreement of becoming his familiar in exchange for his testimony in the trial of Piscary. From there the events of the book take place over the course of about a week, and the encounters never let up. I have the same issue with pacing though as I did with the first book - at times Rachel is catapulted into each new incident with breathless intensity, while at other times we have some very random incidences, such as the meeting between Rachel and Takata early on (which, ultimately, doesn't add anything extra particularly to the story) and the introduction to Erica, Ivy's younger sister.
I also have the feeling that Harrison jotted down some ideas and was determined to shoehorn them into the story, no matter how tacked on they felt. All I can say here is vampire line-dancing....
I also missed Jenks. For reasons that I shall not go into for fear of spoilers, Jenks ends up leaving the story part way through and his absence leaves a big hole. The mouthy pixy is an integral part of the success of the first two books, I think, and I cannot wait to get him back!
One thing I felt relieved about - along with Rachel, no doubt! - was Ivy's decision to become a practising vampire again. We get less of the uncomfortable episodes where Rachel does something that causes Ivy to "vamp out" and attack her.
All in all, there were some wonderful moments and some very strong parts of the book - Kisten was a highlight, as were Rachel's encounters with Algaliarept. I also enjoyed the overall theme of the book - that of Rachel stretching her comfort zone and "being lured into places that I once vowed I'd never go" (in her own words). By the end of the story she has worked for Trent, used leyline magic and dated a vampire. Rachel is continually growing and changing as a character, and I still very much want to go on the journey with her.
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3 was a little different. Many of the good qualities of book two remained. I loved the characters - including a few new characters introduced, such as Ceri and David the Were. The action was gripping, and I loved learning more and more about the history of Harrison's alternate reality to ours. We also finally learn about Trent's links to Rachel's family, and some of the reasons why she is so important to the demon Big Al.We are plunged straight into the action here, when Big Al comes to make good on Rachel's agreement of becoming his familiar in exchange for his testimony in the trial of Piscary. From there the events of the book take place over the course of about a week, and the encounters never let up. I have the same issue with pacing though as I did with the first book - at times Rachel is catapulted into each new incident with breathless intensity, while at other times we have some very random incidences, such as the meeting between Rachel and Takata early on (which, ultimately, doesn't add anything extra particularly to the story) and the introduction to Erica, Ivy's younger sister.
I also have the feeling that Harrison jotted down some ideas and was determined to shoehorn them into the story, no matter how tacked on they felt. All I can say here is vampire line-dancing....
I also missed Jenks. For reasons that I shall not go into for fear of spoilers, Jenks ends up leaving the story part way through and his absence leaves a big hole. The mouthy pixy is an integral part of the success of the first two books, I think, and I cannot wait to get him back!
One thing I felt relieved about - along with Rachel, no doubt! - was Ivy's decision to become a practising vampire again. We get less of the uncomfortable episodes where Rachel does something that causes Ivy to "vamp out" and attack her.
All in all, there were some wonderful moments and some very strong parts of the book - Kisten was a highlight, as were Rachel's encounters with Algaliarept. I also enjoyed the overall theme of the book - that of Rachel stretching her comfort zone and "being lured into places that I once vowed I'd never go" (in her own words). By the end of the story she has worked for Trent, used leyline magic and dated a vampire. Rachel is continually growing and changing as a character, and I still very much want to go on the journey with her.
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LibraryThing member PamelaManasco
This book didn't really get going for me until around 300 pages in--not great, when it clocks out at ~450. The last action-packed bit was fun, though; I just wish that the beginning hadn't been so uninspiring. But I'm starting the next book right now, so obviously this wasn't that much of a
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LibraryThing member willowwaw
Another great book by Kim Harrison. Nice easy to read fantasy book. I would recommend it to anyone who loves light fantasy.
LibraryThing member CheriePie69
I really liked this book. I've enjoyed watching Rachel's character become more proficient in her magick throughout the 3 books of this series. And mmmm... yummy Kisten... I'm glad he's playing a more prominent role in this book too, and we get to learn more about him as a person. (And that Rachel
Ivy is no longer vamping out all the time over Rachel, and their relationship, while still very platonic, is less stressed than it was in the previous book.
That said, I think I still liked the 2nd book the best so far of these three, although this is still a very close 2nd, tied with the first one.
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is finally ready to kick Nick to the curb as she turns an admiring eye towards Kisten. But I won't say too much there and ruin it for you.)Ivy is no longer vamping out all the time over Rachel, and their relationship, while still very platonic, is less stressed than it was in the previous book.
That said, I think I still liked the 2nd book the best so far of these three, although this is still a very close 2nd, tied with the first one.
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LibraryThing member lewispike
Continuing the series... these stand alone fairly well, although things like demon marks spill over the books in the series and it might be awkward to pick up all the pieces of threads that turn it into a series as they are starting to get thicker.
Pretty much pointing out that the person who thinks
Various bits of past are revealed but it's done in such a way that there's plenty more plot development to come along the lines still, and some more lines thrown in for good measure.
Pretty much pointing out that the person who thinks
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best wins the fights if they can survive long enough - big guns might be better in the immediate, but if the big gun doesn't do it in one shot you're in trouble if you can't think well too. Whilst it's a good moral for a story it's kind of laid on thick in places.Various bits of past are revealed but it's done in such a way that there's plenty more plot development to come along the lines still, and some more lines thrown in for good measure.
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LibraryThing member Arctic-Stranger
Rachel has this thing about getting into trouble. She has become a demon's familiar, which means she has to watch her back all the time now. She takes up with a vampire (not Ivy!) and goes back to work for Trent. This is a page turner, and is a bit more steamy than the last two, but for my money,
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not quite as good as the two previous, or the one to come. Show Less
LibraryThing member tuffstuff08
Another good installment in the Rachel Morgan series! One of my favorites.
LibraryThing member Darrol
I enjoy this series, although the alternative reality aspect of it is not entirely to my taste. Among the necessary aspects of the vampire legend that appear in this book are the sexual tension and the element of danger--and this between the female witch and a female vampire. I read this book
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somewhat disjointedly, so I am having difficulty remembering it as a whole. Maybe a little to much crises one after another. (This copy is ink damaged.) Show Less
LibraryThing member bookwormteri
Rachel Morgan spends this novel trying to break her bonds as a demon's familiar, mooning over her loss of Nick, helping out her nemesis Trent Kalamack, and trying to defeat the new baddie Stanley Saladan. Hotter than the first two, this is a very intricate series. There is alot going on and I would
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not recommend reading these out of order. An excellent and entertaining series. Show Less
LibraryThing member TheLibraryhag
This is a strong series. At book three it is still on its feet and not losing steam. She keeps her mythology straight and that is impressive considering how complex it is.
LibraryThing member miyurose
I really like this series. In this entry, there’s a *little* less danger for Rachel and a little more romance. Along the way, there’s a lot she’s learning about herself, even if she sometimes doesn’t like what she learns. There’s less Ivy and Jenks in this book, and I kinda missed Jenks,
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but at least Rachel wasn’t fending off Ivy every other chapter. There’s also a new character introduced into Rachel’s life, and I’m curious about what sort of role David the Were will play in the future. Show Less
LibraryThing member ConnieJo
I'm always really surprised by how much I like these. Before, I kind of liked that the focus of the first book was action more than romance, but they seemed to be pretty well-balanced here.
I'm not sure how I feel about Nick after this volume. The relationship between Rachael and Nick is
Something happens that causes Jenks to be absent most of the novel. Jenks is one of my favorite parts of these books, so I was pretty upset that he wasn't around this time.
I really like how most of the plot of this book centered on the demons, though. That they are taboo in the world of the book is interesting, and I love finding out about the intricacies of their bartering system and their magic, as well as the city in the ever-after in general. It's just a bonus that Rachael is continuously outsmarting one again and again throughout the course of this book.
I think this has been my favorite so far.
I'm not sure how I feel about Nick after this volume. The relationship between Rachael and Nick is
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understandably strained after Nick gets worried about how he can feel it every time Rachael uses ever-after, but on the other hand, he also summons demons and does other dangerous things. That the two never really talk about this and let the problem fester bugged me to no end, but it seemed like most of the blame for this can be placed squarely on Nick. Kisten steps in to fill the void. Admittedly, I like Kisten better, but I'm surprised Rachael even considered a relationship with him since she's so careful about vampires.Something happens that causes Jenks to be absent most of the novel. Jenks is one of my favorite parts of these books, so I was pretty upset that he wasn't around this time.
I really like how most of the plot of this book centered on the demons, though. That they are taboo in the world of the book is interesting, and I love finding out about the intricacies of their bartering system and their magic, as well as the city in the ever-after in general. It's just a bonus that Rachael is continuously outsmarting one again and again throughout the course of this book.
I think this has been my favorite so far.
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LibraryThing member seekingflight
An ok light read, but it felt overly convoluted and I didn’t love it.
LibraryThing member CynDaVaz
An enjoyable read, but by this point the character of Rachel is starting to get on my nerves. I'd prefer to give this 3.5 stars.
LibraryThing member DragonLibrary8
I wasn't sure about this series when I started book one - but now after books 2 & 3 I am hooked - the rest of the series has become a must have!
LibraryThing member sdtaylor555
I loved this one. i can't wait for the next in the series.
LibraryThing member redderik
A bitter and tragic comedy. Love this series.
LibraryThing member szarka
I started reading this one on a plane and the flight just (pardon the pun) flew by. The other passengers probably thought my giggling was a bit strange -- good thing they didn't know I also had the urge to bite them! I enjoyed the first two books in this series, but Harrison really seemed to hit
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her stride with this one. My only criticism is that for some reason this book had far too many typos of the variety produced by the typical spellchecker (e.g. "base" for "bass"); only a minor distraction, though. Show Less
LibraryThing member etimme
I thought this book was light on answers and reveals. Harrison fleshes out Kisten more as a character, and we learn some new details about Trent, but while it sets up new plot lines for future books (and introduces new characters), on its own it was lacking for me. Luckily, I do not need to wait
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LibraryThing member rexrobotreviews
Every Which Way But Dead by Kim Harrison is the third installment of the Rachel Morgan (The Hollows) saga. Let me start off by saying I LOVE THIS BOOK. I love this series. I love this author. Alright, now that I'm done with that- on with my review.
Rachel Morgan is a sassy, kick-ass witch and she
Piscary, the big bad vampire that rules The Hollows has finally been convicted of some heinous crimes thanks to Rachel. That's right, Rachel promised to be a demon's familiar if he testified against Piscary. It worked. But now it is Rachel's turn to hold up her end of the bargain. Can she weasel out of being the familiar of a demon, escape the red tinged ever after AND keep her soul intact?
In the process of becoming Algaliarept's familiar she releases the previous familiar, Ceri, from a grim fate. Rachel is now faced with escaping Al's grasp and keeping Ceri from Mr. Kalamack... Ceri is a great character, she's beautiful, smart and learns to stand her own pretty quickly. I found myself craving to know more about her- I mean, come on, she was a demon's familiar for 1000 years! I hope we get more information on her in the books to come. She is simply fascinating.
Jenks, my beloved pixie, did not play a big part in this book. I was sad about this- he's an awesome character and integral part to my Hollows experience! I can always use more Jenks and less Ivy. Anyway, he finds out that Rachel knows what type of creature Trent Kalamack is but didn't trust him with the information. His ego and trust in Rachel is bruised and he takes his family and moves out of the church. This was only okay with me because another fun character was introduced- David Hue. David Hue is a lone werewolf and quickly becomes a close, trusted friend. I'm hoping that he becomes a big part of Rachel's story. I love you, David Hue. I love you, too, Kim Harrison for creating wonderful supporting characters!
Why am I so enamored with the characters in The Hollows!? I either absolutely love them or hate them. (I hate Ivy, Rachel's roommate. She annoys the CRAP out of me. However she was much less annoying in this book than in the previous two.) I'm not saying much about Rachel's man, Nick. He's boring and she has moved on. On to Kisten. Oh, Kisten. For you paranormal romance lovers- Chapter 21 is for you. It's delicious. Steamy and delicious!
This is one of my favorite series and I've only read 3 of the books so far. I can't wait to keep going. Kick-ass fight scene? Check! Sarcastic banter? Check! If you love action, magic, humor and brilliant creatures- read this book. Kim Harrison brings all that and more to the table in magnificent, magical levels.
Rachel Morgan is a sassy, kick-ass witch and she
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has done something silly to put away one of the biggest, baddest vampires out there- She made a deal with a demon. So you can forget about broomsticks and pull out some lucky charms because she's gonna need them. Piscary, the big bad vampire that rules The Hollows has finally been convicted of some heinous crimes thanks to Rachel. That's right, Rachel promised to be a demon's familiar if he testified against Piscary. It worked. But now it is Rachel's turn to hold up her end of the bargain. Can she weasel out of being the familiar of a demon, escape the red tinged ever after AND keep her soul intact?
In the process of becoming Algaliarept's familiar she releases the previous familiar, Ceri, from a grim fate. Rachel is now faced with escaping Al's grasp and keeping Ceri from Mr. Kalamack... Ceri is a great character, she's beautiful, smart and learns to stand her own pretty quickly. I found myself craving to know more about her- I mean, come on, she was a demon's familiar for 1000 years! I hope we get more information on her in the books to come. She is simply fascinating.
Jenks, my beloved pixie, did not play a big part in this book. I was sad about this- he's an awesome character and integral part to my Hollows experience! I can always use more Jenks and less Ivy. Anyway, he finds out that Rachel knows what type of creature Trent Kalamack is but didn't trust him with the information. His ego and trust in Rachel is bruised and he takes his family and moves out of the church. This was only okay with me because another fun character was introduced- David Hue. David Hue is a lone werewolf and quickly becomes a close, trusted friend. I'm hoping that he becomes a big part of Rachel's story. I love you, David Hue. I love you, too, Kim Harrison for creating wonderful supporting characters!
Why am I so enamored with the characters in The Hollows!? I either absolutely love them or hate them. (I hate Ivy, Rachel's roommate. She annoys the CRAP out of me. However she was much less annoying in this book than in the previous two.) I'm not saying much about Rachel's man, Nick. He's boring and she has moved on. On to Kisten. Oh, Kisten. For you paranormal romance lovers- Chapter 21 is for you. It's delicious. Steamy and delicious!
This is one of my favorite series and I've only read 3 of the books so far. I can't wait to keep going. Kick-ass fight scene? Check! Sarcastic banter? Check! If you love action, magic, humor and brilliant creatures- read this book. Kim Harrison brings all that and more to the table in magnificent, magical levels.
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LibraryThing member AuntieClio
Just as much fun as the other books in this series. More complications in Rachel’s personal life, of course, and more difficult jobs. It’s nice to see the characters, especially Rachel, evolve and grow as they discover more about themselves, their relationships and their skill set. Waiting
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LibraryThing member dragonasbreath
Rollicking fun as once again Rachel is dodging death threats, trying to find a way out of her current dilemma.
Today, she's honoring a deal to become a demon's living apprentice. But this is Rachel so you KNOW things are not going to go as planned!
Today, she's honoring a deal to become a demon's living apprentice. But this is Rachel so you KNOW things are not going to go as planned!
LibraryThing member demonite93
In this book Rachel (main character) gets a giant bunch of problems thrown at her all at the same time. She deals with a distant boyfriend, a half-crazed vampire roommate, a pissed off pixy, a 1000 year old elf/demon familiar, and loads more. While reading this book I am happy about my common
The author definitely has a key for keeping things interesting the whole way through the book but at the same time easy to follow. She’s very consistant with her other novels’ story line and keeps everything rolling smoothly. She doesn’t back track to cover lost ground from previous books like some authors do. Where you could pick up the 8th book in a series and know about everything that has happened the past books with no problem. I hate that. If you read a series, read it from the beginning or don’t read it at all. Anyways the author has done a good job so far of not turning her books into supernatural smut books which I appreciate. I’ve always been about the progressive of a story not the details of imtimate acts every other page. Kim Harrison is becoming one of my favorites. I love a flawed heroine that gets out of sticky situation only by the skin of her teeth. Can’t wait to read the next one to find out what happens next. I wish I lived in the Hollows…..
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nothing overwhelming kind of life because if I had Rachel’s life I’d die of exhaustion. The author definitely has a key for keeping things interesting the whole way through the book but at the same time easy to follow. She’s very consistant with her other novels’ story line and keeps everything rolling smoothly. She doesn’t back track to cover lost ground from previous books like some authors do. Where you could pick up the 8th book in a series and know about everything that has happened the past books with no problem. I hate that. If you read a series, read it from the beginning or don’t read it at all. Anyways the author has done a good job so far of not turning her books into supernatural smut books which I appreciate. I’ve always been about the progressive of a story not the details of imtimate acts every other page. Kim Harrison is becoming one of my favorites. I love a flawed heroine that gets out of sticky situation only by the skin of her teeth. Can’t wait to read the next one to find out what happens next. I wish I lived in the Hollows…..
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LibraryThing member dragonfairy
Book 3 of Kim Harrison's Rachel Morgan series was fantastic. Rachel's business partnership with Ivy brings even more stress. Kisten becomes even more persistent now that the master vampire Piscary has been tagged by Rachel. And Rachel's trouble with the demon, Al, becomes more complex. Harrison
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weaves a magical story full of complexity and depth that really brings Cincinnati's Hollow to life. Nothing is ever too dull in Rachel's life. Show Less
Awards
P.E.A.R.L. (Honorable Mention — Science Fiction — 2005)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2005-06-28