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Harper Voyager (2008), Edition: 1, 464 pages
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2008-02-26
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Fantasy. Fiction. Romance. HTML: To save the lives of her friends, Rachel did the unthinkable: she willingly trafficked in forbidden demon magic. And now her sins are coming home to haunt her. As Rachel searches for the truth behind a terrifying murder, an even greater menace threatens, for the demon Algaliarept will stop at nothing to claim her, and the discovery of a shocking family secret throws Rachel's entire life into question. If she is ever to live free, Rachel must first walk willingly into the demonic ever-after in search of long-lost ancient knowledge. But when you dance with demons, you lay your soul on the line.... and there are some lines that should never be crossed..
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LibraryThing member krau0098
This is the sixth book in Kim Harrison's Hallows series. It was a great book that kept me turning the pages and it was very hard to put down. I am so relived that Harrison continues to write awesome books.
Rachel is prepping for the huge Halloween holiday with her mother when she is assaulted by an
It was wonderful to read more about Rachel's mother and about Al. Trent also goes through a lot of character development in this story. I was happy that Harrison put Rachel on a "relationship hiatus" in this book. After Kisten's death, it was nice to see Rachel do what a real person would do...which is take some time get herself back together. I would have been sorely disappointed if she followed the path of another female character we all know and has Rachel sleep with everything that moved.
I was a little surprised that the main plot wasn't tracking down Kisten's murderer but rather dealing with Al. It was great to find out who Rachel's real father was; and it was good to find out about Rachel's true genetic makeup and abilities.
Like usual the book was fast-paced, action-packed, and hard to put down. Jenks was his usual self and it was nice to see Rachel and Ivy make some progress in their friendship. I do hope that the blood-balance thing between Rachel and Ivy isn't revived in the next book; enough is enough on that topic.
Overall, this was an awesome book. This book ended well leaving me feeling like the next book will be entering a fresh new chapter of Rachel's life. Can't wait for the next book!
BTW, I was reading an interview with Kim Harrison where she says that her contract has been extended part 6 books to 9 books. So, it looks like we have at least three more books in the series to go!
Rachel is prepping for the huge Halloween holiday with her mother when she is assaulted by an
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unexpected guest; Al is somehow out of demon jail and he is bent on killing Rachel once and for all. Rachel has to figure out what is going on and save her friends and her family.It was wonderful to read more about Rachel's mother and about Al. Trent also goes through a lot of character development in this story. I was happy that Harrison put Rachel on a "relationship hiatus" in this book. After Kisten's death, it was nice to see Rachel do what a real person would do...which is take some time get herself back together. I would have been sorely disappointed if she followed the path of another female character we all know and has Rachel sleep with everything that moved.
I was a little surprised that the main plot wasn't tracking down Kisten's murderer but rather dealing with Al. It was great to find out who Rachel's real father was; and it was good to find out about Rachel's true genetic makeup and abilities.
Like usual the book was fast-paced, action-packed, and hard to put down. Jenks was his usual self and it was nice to see Rachel and Ivy make some progress in their friendship. I do hope that the blood-balance thing between Rachel and Ivy isn't revived in the next book; enough is enough on that topic.
Overall, this was an awesome book. This book ended well leaving me feeling like the next book will be entering a fresh new chapter of Rachel's life. Can't wait for the next book!
BTW, I was reading an interview with Kim Harrison where she says that her contract has been extended part 6 books to 9 books. So, it looks like we have at least three more books in the series to go!
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LibraryThing member EowynA
This is the next book in the story of Rachel Morgan, witch and freelance runner in the world after the Turn. Without spoiling the story, I will say the following: It starts with a rousing bit of action. The demon Al pops in then and several times throughout the book with murder on his mind, but he
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eventually proves he's not just muscle driven by rage. His former familiar Ceri motivates part of the plot. Trent and Rachel again get along like cats and dogs. Rachel learns more about her own family, and we get to know her mother better. Jenks, the pixie, is feisty, impulsive, and gets himself and others into trouble. Rachel and Ivy, her living vampire roomate, have some tense moments. And the overall plot advances, leaving us with the setup for the next book. There is angst, action, danger, magic, and sexy vampires, all in revolving motion, and all balanced out somehow for a satisfying page-turner of a book. Recommended. Show Less
LibraryThing member hjjugovic
The latest edition in the Hollows series is one of the strongest. Rachel tries to get over the death of Kisten, finds resolution to her struggle for a blood balance with Ivy, and learns a heap of secrets about her past and her parentage. The large cast of characters is used to good advantage, and
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it is great to see Rachel coming to accept who she is and the part she plays in the world. Rachel and Trent make a trip into the Everafter that changes everything. Show Less
LibraryThing member magemanda
In my opinion, easily the best of the books in the series about the Hollows and Rachel Morgan by Kim Harrison. I thoroughly enjoyed book five, but this entry into the series had me gripped from the very start.
We open the story with an explosive visit from Al, where he reveals that he is being
I loved the continual dropping in of secrets that have been built up from the first book of the series, and the resolution to various niggling little things that I have wondered about their inclusion i.e. the famous witch singer Takata and Rachel's mysterious neighbour Keasley.
I was impressed that Harrison could continue to change my opinion of characters who have been established at other points in the series - Al, for instance, is a character that I have a great deal of regard for now. I've always enjoyed his appearances in prior books, but here he really came into his own. I was glad that the plot steered away from vamps and Weres, after the last few books. I loved the addition of Bis and hope he has a fuller role in books to come!
The book doesn't garner the full five stars from me because of a few bits and pieces that nagged me.
I really didn't enjoy the appearance of Marshall and felt he didn't add a great deal to the plot, apart from putting Rachel into situations where she could have encounters with characters like Trent.
For me, Ceri is a character I struggle to appreciate, and her actions here had me rolling my eyes.
Also, Rachel and Ivy's latest encounter feels very much like recycling text from previous books in the series. I was pleased to see that Harrison has managed to bring an (at least temporary) halt to their will they-won't they situation that was boring me somewhat after five books filled with it.
All in all, though, this book was magnificant and an ideal slice of escapism! I can't wait to read the seventh, where I hope that the lingering issues of Tom the black witch and Kisten's killer are dealt with.
We open the story with an explosive visit from Al, where he reveals that he is being
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summoned each evening out of jail by a demon summoner hell-bent on getting rid of Rachel. This sets the stage for a plot that encompasses much more about Rachel's parentage (her mum has a much larger role in this book than prior, which was good for me because I love her rather kooky character); leads her further into the grips of demons; and highlights exactly how Rachel is different from other witches.I loved the continual dropping in of secrets that have been built up from the first book of the series, and the resolution to various niggling little things that I have wondered about their inclusion i.e. the famous witch singer Takata and Rachel's mysterious neighbour Keasley.
I was impressed that Harrison could continue to change my opinion of characters who have been established at other points in the series - Al, for instance, is a character that I have a great deal of regard for now. I've always enjoyed his appearances in prior books, but here he really came into his own. I was glad that the plot steered away from vamps and Weres, after the last few books. I loved the addition of Bis and hope he has a fuller role in books to come!
The book doesn't garner the full five stars from me because of a few bits and pieces that nagged me.
I really didn't enjoy the appearance of Marshall and felt he didn't add a great deal to the plot, apart from putting Rachel into situations where she could have encounters with characters like Trent.
For me, Ceri is a character I struggle to appreciate, and her actions here had me rolling my eyes.
Also, Rachel and Ivy's latest encounter feels very much like recycling text from previous books in the series. I was pleased to see that Harrison has managed to bring an (at least temporary) halt to their will they-won't they situation that was boring me somewhat after five books filled with it.
All in all, though, this book was magnificant and an ideal slice of escapism! I can't wait to read the seventh, where I hope that the lingering issues of Tom the black witch and Kisten's killer are dealt with.
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LibraryThing member pacey1927
Rachel Morgan is back again and this time evil businessman/scientist Trent is asking her to go to the Ever After and grab some thousands of years old DNA that has the potential to save his Elf species from potential extinction. Rachel learns that this could help Ceri too and finds herself
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considering its cost. Rachel knows she has to find some way to start getting rid of her (multiple) demon marks. In this story, Rachel is mourning Kisten's death and trying to find a way to be with a new male friend without any expectations of something more. She and Ivy come to an agreement of sorts over their blood sharing. Rachel's mom make a bigger than normal appearance and things about Rachel's parentage are revealed for the first time. We also find out a little something about Kinsley! This is definately set up to be an exciting and unmissible installment. Besides the action scene at the beginning of the book, there isn't a lot of adventure in the first 2/3 of the book. The non-action sequences are exciting also because of all the revelations and character interactions. Then the last part of the story...Wham! Bam! The thrills don't stop as Trent and Rachel go on an adventure unlike any before. I won't spoil it for Hollows fans, but this book certainly turns a corner, and I believe the new direction this takes will keep these books from going stale and burning out. Rachel is more likeable here than she has been in awhile, and I adored the new addition to the cast in Bis, the gargoyle who has taken residence in the church. Kim Harrison proves time and again that she is among the most brilliant authors of the urban fantasy genre and I look forward to reading all her new offerings, but it thrills me to no end that she keeps Rachel, Jenks, and the gang feeling so fresh and exciting. It amazes me that witches, pixies, gargoyles, vampires, werewolves and elves can feel so comepletely human and real. Show Less
LibraryThing member Antares1
In this book Rachel is still mourning Kisten's death, but trying to move on with her life and grow up as well. Things are complicated by Al slipping out of jail. Rachel works out how to protect herself and the ones she loves from the threat of Al.
I loved the book, and I'm eagerly looking forward to
All the usual side characters are present, and I'm glad to see things working themselves out with these characters. There are still plenty of loose ends for another book, but this one was able to tie up many that have been hanging from the first book.
I loved the book, and I'm eagerly looking forward to
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the next one. Harrison has allowed her heroine to take a good look at herself and realize she needs to make better choices in life. She's always been an adrenaline junkie, but now she's realizing the costs. It's a well done show of a character growing as her situation changes. We get more of her relationship with her mother, bringing more depth as well. There is also some significant information about her father to add to the mix.All the usual side characters are present, and I'm glad to see things working themselves out with these characters. There are still plenty of loose ends for another book, but this one was able to tie up many that have been hanging from the first book.
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LibraryThing member FutureBestSeller
FANTASTIC!!! This was my husband's Father's Day gift and I tried to sweet talk him into letting me read it first...it didn't work. But it was worth the wait! There are two major plot twists that will send future books spiraling out of control...I can't wait. As good as the book was, I had two
1. I didn't feel she built up the relationship between Rachel and Kisten enough in previous books to warrent such grieving. I never felt he was the love of her life and that she needed to tear up at the very mention of his name. At first, I thought maybe it was me....but after talking to other fans, they too, felt this way.
2. My next problem is a continuing one with Rachel's character....Could she possibly WHINE any more? She whines about the course of her life, but doesn't change it...Of course, this is her flaw. That is okay, if she would just embrace it and move on...but no, she wants to harp on it and WHINE throughout the books. If I want to hear whining I'll talk to my 7 year old.
But I will continue to wait with great anticipation for the next book to see where she is taking the series.
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complaints.....1. I didn't feel she built up the relationship between Rachel and Kisten enough in previous books to warrent such grieving. I never felt he was the love of her life and that she needed to tear up at the very mention of his name. At first, I thought maybe it was me....but after talking to other fans, they too, felt this way.
2. My next problem is a continuing one with Rachel's character....Could she possibly WHINE any more? She whines about the course of her life, but doesn't change it...Of course, this is her flaw. That is okay, if she would just embrace it and move on...but no, she wants to harp on it and WHINE throughout the books. If I want to hear whining I'll talk to my 7 year old.
But I will continue to wait with great anticipation for the next book to see where she is taking the series.
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LibraryThing member slpenney07
Summary: Rachel's pulled int demon magic once again when someone starts sunding Al into our world with no strings to send him back to his own.
The Take Away: By far, the best book in the series. I listened to a "Meet the Writers" interview and she isn't going to let the serises float on
The series is suffering from character bloat too. I had a hard time rememberin all of the minor characters. I enjoyed how the stakes were raised and Rachel had to evaluate both her mother and those who study demon magic. Rachel finds both skeletons and shadows in her own closet.
I really like how Rachel's partenage is tied into her current demon-related issues. It really ties several of the outstanding story threads into a nice knot that the rest of the series can untangle.
The Take Away: By far, the best book in the series. I listened to a "Meet the Writers" interview and she isn't going to let the serises float on
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indefinitely. It will have an ending. I was glad to hear, for as much fun as it is watching Rachel Morgan kick ass, I'm ready for some closure too.The series is suffering from character bloat too. I had a hard time rememberin all of the minor characters. I enjoyed how the stakes were raised and Rachel had to evaluate both her mother and those who study demon magic. Rachel finds both skeletons and shadows in her own closet.
I really like how Rachel's partenage is tied into her current demon-related issues. It really ties several of the outstanding story threads into a nice knot that the rest of the series can untangle.
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LibraryThing member Phantasma
Much better than I anticipated. The ending to the last book made me angry and I thought it was rather pointless. I can see where Harrison needed the catalyst to create the situations in this book, and possibly the next few.
I'm excited about the next installment. Heck, I actually kind of *like*
I'm excited about the next installment. Heck, I actually kind of *like*
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LibraryThing member lewispike
Another Rachel Morgan book, and the story keeps on rolling along at speed.
We meet Rachel's mother quite extensively, and it is interesting to see her. We find out some hidden truths about Rachel's past life too, that come very much out of left field. We also find out some information, of dubious
Things with Ivy reach a crisis and a new level of understanding.
Unlike most of the other books there are several themes running through this which are tied together more or less reasonably by the end. There is an on-going assault by Al on Rachel, which leads her to discover there is a black magic group releasing him and trying to kill her. This is sorted by the end of the book - I won't tell you how, but not in the fashion you are likely to expect. Quen needs to be rescued by Rachel, and more specifically by her fighting instincts that help keep him alive. This obviously causes contact with Trent, which is still as explosive. There are big chunks of demon lore too, and some steps where Rachel seems to start growing up.
Most unusually, Rachel is single, and more or less happy this way, although there is some male eye-candy to tempt her.
We meet Rachel's mother quite extensively, and it is interesting to see her. We find out some hidden truths about Rachel's past life too, that come very much out of left field. We also find out some information, of dubious
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veracity, about the origin of the witches.Things with Ivy reach a crisis and a new level of understanding.
Unlike most of the other books there are several themes running through this which are tied together more or less reasonably by the end. There is an on-going assault by Al on Rachel, which leads her to discover there is a black magic group releasing him and trying to kill her. This is sorted by the end of the book - I won't tell you how, but not in the fashion you are likely to expect. Quen needs to be rescued by Rachel, and more specifically by her fighting instincts that help keep him alive. This obviously causes contact with Trent, which is still as explosive. There are big chunks of demon lore too, and some steps where Rachel seems to start growing up.
Most unusually, Rachel is single, and more or less happy this way, although there is some male eye-candy to tempt her.
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LibraryThing member maughta
I was totally getting bored of Rachel and Ivy, but this ending was so kick ass that it boosted this book up into five star range. Awesome! After just having a conversation complaining about urban fantasy authors who just go on and on and on with the same characters and why they couldn't stop at
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three like normal fantasy authors, I've totally changed my mind. I can't wait for the next Rachel Morgan to see where Kim Harrison take us. Show Less
LibraryThing member crishaynes
It's interesting where this book takes the series. The explanations are fairly complicated but it's what makes the plot. The author's way of writting doesn't carry the story, in my opinion. It's her imagination. But the new revelations in this book have added quite a bit more. I am curious to see
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what these new factors will bring out in the next book. Show Less
LibraryThing member bookwormteri
While I adore this series, this book dragged for me. The whole thing had some startling revelations, but not as much action as normal. I felt vaguely disappointed by this addition to the series. Here's hoping that her next is better.
LibraryThing member MeganAndJustin
I only have one complaint, the diminishes with every book in the series. The re-capping of past adventures always feels a little awkward, but other than that slight flaw, which becomes more skillfully done with every book, this series only gets better. The characters become more real, have more
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depth. The story becomes more convoluted. Everyone makes more mistakes and only gets out through sacrifice, instead of super-powers. Show Less
LibraryThing member Oogod
Another great book in the Rachel Morgan series. This one comes with a few plot twist and it will be very interesting to see where she takes the next few books.
LibraryThing member hoosgracie
Fun and informative addition to the series - we and Rachel learned a lot about her. Can't wait for the next one.
LibraryThing member Arctic-Stranger
Wherein Rachel introduces us to her mother, and her little family secret, shares blood with Ivy, dances again with demons, tangles with Trent, gets a gargoyle, and surprisingly grows a little. Actually a lot. In some ways this book has less plot, but I found it to be the best one so far.
LibraryThing member macygma
I love it! I always do but this book was great! it explained some things I'd always wondered about, some folks got their comeuppances and I had a horrid feeling that it ended. As In the End and I hope that isn't so. I'm too attached to this group of characters!
LibraryThing member AuntieClio
So happy to have another book from The Hollows series to jump right into. I think For a Few Demons More is still the strongest in the series, but this one was no less entertaining. Still mourning the death of someone very close to her, Rachel Morgan learns something shocking about herself, and her
What I enjoy most about them is that not only are Rachel and Ivy strong independent women who have to solve the problems their flawed existences put them into, but Harrison has created a world we can all identify with. A world that is rich with all the tensions we humans deal with while trying to do more than just live, but to thrive. That Rachel calls down more problems on herself while trying to do the right thing, all the while doubting herself, is one of the big reasons I am drawn to these books. These books aren’t only about the universal themes of “Good vs. Evil” and love and friendship, they’re also about the choices we have to make to protect ourselves and the people we love, and how those choices often look like the wrong one to others. Rachel isn’t the most graceful of heroines but she’s got to be the one with the biggest heart.
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mom and dad. And then there’s the “usual” list of demon wrangling, a trip into the Ever-After with Jenks to save Trent’s sorry butt. And a potential new love. These books are entertaining as hell and I’m always sorry to finish one.What I enjoy most about them is that not only are Rachel and Ivy strong independent women who have to solve the problems their flawed existences put them into, but Harrison has created a world we can all identify with. A world that is rich with all the tensions we humans deal with while trying to do more than just live, but to thrive. That Rachel calls down more problems on herself while trying to do the right thing, all the while doubting herself, is one of the big reasons I am drawn to these books. These books aren’t only about the universal themes of “Good vs. Evil” and love and friendship, they’re also about the choices we have to make to protect ourselves and the people we love, and how those choices often look like the wrong one to others. Rachel isn’t the most graceful of heroines but she’s got to be the one with the biggest heart.
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LibraryThing member NatashaRogue
In my opinion, this is KH's best book yet. When You-know-who died (if you don't know, I won't spoil it ;) I was tempted to toss all my Hollows books in a closet and forget them. But just reading a sample of this one got me straight to the store to buy the Hardcover-I couldn't wait for the
Rachel's matured alot over the series, but she's still fun and lovable, and I love all the characters around her, they're so real. Harrison has built a fantastic world and kept things moving even while she gives us all those fabulous details that drop us right in the middle of her reality.
If you love Kim Harrison, you won't be disapointed.
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paperback, and I rarely do that.Rachel's matured alot over the series, but she's still fun and lovable, and I love all the characters around her, they're so real. Harrison has built a fantastic world and kept things moving even while she gives us all those fabulous details that drop us right in the middle of her reality.
If you love Kim Harrison, you won't be disapointed.
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LibraryThing member ConnieJo
This wound up being my favorite book in the series so far. It focuses a lot on demons and demon magic, which is probably among my favorite things in the series.
I have to say I'm not all that into the new romantic interest. He's set up to be a good match and all, but he just isn't as much fun as
I was also pretty surprised by the complete turnaround things took regarding Al at the end of the book, too. I like the gray areas that are emerging regarding demons, and I definitely like the perspective that not all of them are bad. Mostly that just seems to apply to the female demon, and she's a pretty likable character already.
Leaving the vampires and werewolves alone for awhile is probably a good idea, and I'm really looking forward to seeing where all this demon stuff is going.
I have to say I'm not all that into the new romantic interest. He's set up to be a good match and all, but he just isn't as much fun as
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Kisten.I was also pretty surprised by the complete turnaround things took regarding Al at the end of the book, too. I like the gray areas that are emerging regarding demons, and I definitely like the perspective that not all of them are bad. Mostly that just seems to apply to the female demon, and she's a pretty likable character already.
Leaving the vampires and werewolves alone for awhile is probably a good idea, and I'm really looking forward to seeing where all this demon stuff is going.
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LibraryThing member drsyko
This is another fine addition to the Hollows series, although I found myself feeling a bit restless with the pacing of the plot. This book is much more character than plot driven, which is a bit of a departure from the previous books. Rachel is mourning the death of Kisten, but also thinking of
I enjoyed this book, but the pace is a bit choppy and the story is sometimes bogged down in too many details. This book leaves many unanswered questions, and feels like a kind of transitional story that will launch Rachel into a new life of sorts. I look forward to Rachel's further adventures!
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trying to move on. Her relationship with Ivy deepens and becomes both more simple and more complicated. ( I must say that I find Rachel's reluctance to even try a sexual relationship with Ivy to be a bit quaint and unrealistic given how much she paints outside the lines in every other area of her life.) We learn a lot more about Rachel's family and there are many twists in Rachel's other relationships that are surely harbingers of what is to come in future installments of the series.I enjoyed this book, but the pace is a bit choppy and the story is sometimes bogged down in too many details. This book leaves many unanswered questions, and feels like a kind of transitional story that will launch Rachel into a new life of sorts. I look forward to Rachel's further adventures!
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LibraryThing member knielsen83
Okay, so as much as this book drew you in and threw some major twists and turns and excitement in it, I WANT MORE! It left you hanging a bit... like what's going to happen next and who is Kistan's killer... BAH! So, there is definitely going to be another book. Too bad I caught up so fast, now I'll
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have to wait like a good girl for the next book. Pooh. Show Less
LibraryThing member Badass_Book_Reviews
This book was pretty good. Better than the earlier books. Rachels blood/parentage/demonisms were an interesting plot twist I wasn't really expecting so that was nice. I was mad again at the way Trent treated her throughout this book. Really. He has such a freaking soapbox. I have sort of wanted
Can't wait to read the next one :D
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them to get together in the series, but just when he seems nicer, he reverts back to asshole. I think the person who killed Kist is the same who just took over the camarilla... but that's just my thought.Can't wait to read the next one :D
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LibraryThing member jimmaclachlan
This series is still going strong, surprisingly. Generally I get bored of them by this point, but she's kept up the quality, expanded the world just enough & kept it strong, without adding a lot of extraneous gore or sex.
Language
Original language
English
ISBN
9780060788704
Physical description
464 p.; 6 inches
Other editions
Where Demons Dare by Kim Harrison (Paperback)
Pages
464