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kim_brockway_gatehouse's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this book; it's got laughs, mystery, action and I enjoyed the ride.
This is an enjoyable "comedy buddy movie" sort of book; the chuckles are more from mildly sarcastic humour rather than edgy, our hero Bart is all talk & no trousers (he's supposed to be millennia old, one of the original Fallen angels but he gets beaten up - a lot!), the good are pure white, the bad are blackest evil, the demon killer Templar Knight is a liability and the mystery as to who's after the Shard of Gabriel is fairly predictable, however, we all need a light, no-brainer reprieve from the heavy stuff every once and a while and this is the perfect fix.
Enjoy!
This is an enjoyable "comedy buddy movie" sort of book; the chuckles are more from mildly sarcastic humour rather than edgy, our hero Bart is all talk & no trousers (he's supposed to be millennia old, one of the original Fallen angels but he gets beaten up - a lot!), the good are pure white, the bad are blackest evil, the demon killer Templar Knight is a liability and the mystery as to who's after the Shard of Gabriel is fairly predictable, however, we all need a light, no-brainer reprieve from the heavy stuff every once and a while and this is the perfect fix.
Enjoy!
kirstenmeek's review against another edition
4.0
I was given the opportunity to read this book by NetGalley and Curiosity Quills in exchange for an honest review.
This book continues my streak (4 books long!) of really enjoying the things Curiosity Quills publishes. I am a sucker for sassy protagonists, and Bart...well, he's the sassiest. The story was fun and I mostly liked the characters and how they were written. I would have been happier if so much of the story didn't take place in a high school, it seemed like the young adult thing was kind of forced. Other than that, though, it was a good read. There were plenty of bad guys and snarkiness to keep me amused.
This book continues my streak (4 books long!) of really enjoying the things Curiosity Quills publishes. I am a sucker for sassy protagonists, and Bart...well, he's the sassiest. The story was fun and I mostly liked the characters and how they were written. I would have been happier if so much of the story didn't take place in a high school, it seemed like the young adult thing was kind of forced. Other than that, though, it was a good read. There were plenty of bad guys and snarkiness to keep me amused.
sjj169's review against another edition
5.0
I think I'm in love with a demon.
Bartholomew is a demon. He got caught trying to upstage Lucifer and has been spending some time in the seventh level of hell. He gets rescued out of it by a wanna be archangel named Samantha.
Bart so would be played by this guy if I ruled the world. Oh right, I do rule the world *in my head* so here goes.
Samantha and Bart get help from a Templar's son named Josh. Who wants nothing more than to kill Bart to avenge his dad's death. Bart could care less.
They need to find the Shard of Gabriel to keep the real baddies from getting it. You have succabuses, Nicholas the son of Lucifer, ole Lucifer himself and even a pimpubus trying to get the all powerful shard. Bart just wants to bang some hot chicks, stay out of the Ninth level of hell (where he would have to hear Hitler gabbing away) and smoke.
This book is the one you want to pick up when your day is bad and you just need to giggle. Which Bart is a frigging hottie too. Bonus points for that. I mean he does end up with 2 destoyed babies aka Mercedes.
I totally want to fangirl for this book and I do want more of this character! [a:Ryan Hill|5804086|Ryan Hill|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1333315016p2/5804086.jpg] You need to get to work! :)
Edited to add:The author just told me that this is who he had in mind for Bart's character.
Holy heck yes...and I didn't think it could get any better.
I did recieve an ARC of this book from Curiosity Quills in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much for it's awesomeness!
Bartholomew is a demon. He got caught trying to upstage Lucifer and has been spending some time in the seventh level of hell. He gets rescued out of it by a wanna be archangel named Samantha.
Bart so would be played by this guy if I ruled the world. Oh right, I do rule the world *in my head* so here goes.
Samantha and Bart get help from a Templar's son named Josh. Who wants nothing more than to kill Bart to avenge his dad's death. Bart could care less.
They need to find the Shard of Gabriel to keep the real baddies from getting it. You have succabuses, Nicholas the son of Lucifer, ole Lucifer himself and even a pimpubus trying to get the all powerful shard. Bart just wants to bang some hot chicks, stay out of the Ninth level of hell (where he would have to hear Hitler gabbing away) and smoke.
This book is the one you want to pick up when your day is bad and you just need to giggle. Which Bart is a frigging hottie too. Bonus points for that. I mean he does end up with 2 destoyed babies aka Mercedes.
I totally want to fangirl for this book and I do want more of this character! [a:Ryan Hill|5804086|Ryan Hill|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1333315016p2/5804086.jpg] You need to get to work! :)
Edited to add:The author just told me that this is who he had in mind for Bart's character.
Holy heck yes...and I didn't think it could get any better.
I did recieve an ARC of this book from Curiosity Quills in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much for it's awesomeness!
wolfshine's review against another edition
5.0
Bartholomew is a demon from the seventh circle of Hell. When he’s brought back to Earth in a human body, he’s not sure why. When he’s contacted by Samantha, an angel-in-training, he’s tasked with a mission to find Gabriel’s shard before anyone else. The resulting adventure takes Bartholomew and Sam to high school where they must play as undercover teenagers. Turns out high school is hell after all.
This book…there are so many awesome things to say that I’m not sure where to begin.
Bartholomew (don’t call him Bart!) was definitely a character. He had such a big personality, it could hardly be contained. He was snarky, a jerk at points, but he was loyal and confident. More than once I laughed out loud at the things he did or said or thought. He is definitely one of my favorite fictional characters I’ve come across in any book this year.
His counterpart, Samantha, was just as interesting. As an angel in training, the banter between her and Bartholomew was just priceless.
I would love to see more of these two. Even though this audiobook is over ten hours long, I finished the book wanting more. This is one of the best paranormal books I’ve read in a while and the author is definitely a new favorite.
The narrator made Bartholomew’s snarky attitude pop even more, and I loved it.
This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.
This book…there are so many awesome things to say that I’m not sure where to begin.
Bartholomew (don’t call him Bart!) was definitely a character. He had such a big personality, it could hardly be contained. He was snarky, a jerk at points, but he was loyal and confident. More than once I laughed out loud at the things he did or said or thought. He is definitely one of my favorite fictional characters I’ve come across in any book this year.
His counterpart, Samantha, was just as interesting. As an angel in training, the banter between her and Bartholomew was just priceless.
I would love to see more of these two. Even though this audiobook is over ten hours long, I finished the book wanting more. This is one of the best paranormal books I’ve read in a while and the author is definitely a new favorite.
The narrator made Bartholomew’s snarky attitude pop even more, and I loved it.
This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.
storieswithsoul's review
5.0
This book is hilarious. I don't think I have ever read a book where so many random things happen so often and so suddenly that its mind boggling, yet you will not feel disconnected. Everything connects and flows to well... Ok wait, let me take a breath! Wow! What did just happen?? ;) In short its amazing.
An archangel and a demon teamed up to find someone who has been after that Shard of Gabrielle. The only trouble is that no one has a clue about this mysterious person. Who will stop at nothing to get the Shard. Along the way a demon hunter, Josh, joins their little group. If he could keep himself from trying to kill Bartholomew then may be they will succeed in their quest (three can be a crowd). Together they faced a number of enemies and finally the dark shadow of death itself.
I loved the character of demon (Bartholomew). He becomes a demon after he tried and failed to take over the world and now he has to work with an archangel, Sam, who doesn't know how to have a little fun. But that did not stop him from stirring up trouble whenever possible.
All the side characters were great too and Lucifer himself makes an appearance... This is one book you do not want to miss, so if you haven't read it go read it now.
P.S. The language in this book can be crude so it's not for people who get offended easily.
P.S.S. For Author's interview and blog tour visit http://mineofbooks.blogspot.com/
An archangel and a demon teamed up to find someone who has been after that Shard of Gabrielle. The only trouble is that no one has a clue about this mysterious person. Who will stop at nothing to get the Shard. Along the way a demon hunter, Josh, joins their little group. If he could keep himself from trying to kill Bartholomew then may be they will succeed in their quest (three can be a crowd). Together they faced a number of enemies and finally the dark shadow of death itself.
I loved the character of demon (Bartholomew). He becomes a demon after he tried and failed to take over the world and now he has to work with an archangel, Sam, who doesn't know how to have a little fun. But that did not stop him from stirring up trouble whenever possible.
All the side characters were great too and Lucifer himself makes an appearance... This is one book you do not want to miss, so if you haven't read it go read it now.
P.S. The language in this book can be crude so it's not for people who get offended easily.
P.S.S. For Author's interview and blog tour visit http://mineofbooks.blogspot.com/
nixwolfwood's review against another edition
5.0
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I'll be honest, I got halfway through this book and stopped reading it for a while. Not because it wasn't good, because holy crap balls this book is hilarious. It's also well written and I loved the characters. Even Bartholomew. I had some things occur, and I put it on hold. I didn't want that to affect my view, so I put it off.
Finally, I decided to suck it up and finish it. I started the book over. ...I can't believe I ever put it down in the first place.
This book is freaking hilarious. I was SNORTING in public. At one point there was Dr Pepper coming out of my nose.
There's also a ton of action and a good deal of drama. One thing to note is that it's definately more of a mature YA read.
Absolutely loved the ending. It was perfect and fantastic. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
I suggest you pick this one up immediately and read it, because it was freaking ... gah! I highlighted so many parts!
5/5 Platypires
http://www.platypire.com/j-hooligan/the-book-of-bart-by-ryan-hill
I'll be honest, I got halfway through this book and stopped reading it for a while. Not because it wasn't good, because holy crap balls this book is hilarious. It's also well written and I loved the characters. Even Bartholomew. I had some things occur, and I put it on hold. I didn't want that to affect my view, so I put it off.
Finally, I decided to suck it up and finish it. I started the book over. ...I can't believe I ever put it down in the first place.
This book is freaking hilarious. I was SNORTING in public. At one point there was Dr Pepper coming out of my nose.
There's also a ton of action and a good deal of drama. One thing to note is that it's definately more of a mature YA read.
Absolutely loved the ending. It was perfect and fantastic. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
I suggest you pick this one up immediately and read it, because it was freaking ... gah! I highlighted so many parts!
5/5 Platypires
http://www.platypire.com/j-hooligan/the-book-of-bart-by-ryan-hill
authorjakedevlin's review
5.0
Hilarious, original, and a Hell of a good time! Fair warning: when I say “hilarious”, it’s Deadpool humor and I know a lot of people who will cringe. I loved every second of it.
nixwolfwood's review
5.0
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I'll be honest, I got halfway through this book and stopped reading it for a while. Not because it wasn't good, because holy crap balls this book is hilarious. It's also well written and I loved the characters. Even Bartholomew. I had some things occur, and I put it on hold. I didn't want that to affect my view, so I put it off.
Finally, I decided to suck it up and finish it. I started the book over. ...I can't believe I ever put it down in the first place.
This book is freaking hilarious. I was SNORTING in public. At one point there was Dr Pepper coming out of my nose.
There's also a ton of action and a good deal of drama. One thing to note is that it's definately more of a mature YA read.
Absolutely loved the ending. It was perfect and fantastic. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
I suggest you pick this one up immediately and read it, because it was freaking ... gah! I highlighted so many parts!
5/5 Platypires
http://www.platypire.com/j-hooligan/the-book-of-bart-by-ryan-hill
I'll be honest, I got halfway through this book and stopped reading it for a while. Not because it wasn't good, because holy crap balls this book is hilarious. It's also well written and I loved the characters. Even Bartholomew. I had some things occur, and I put it on hold. I didn't want that to affect my view, so I put it off.
Finally, I decided to suck it up and finish it. I started the book over. ...I can't believe I ever put it down in the first place.
This book is freaking hilarious. I was SNORTING in public. At one point there was Dr Pepper coming out of my nose.
There's also a ton of action and a good deal of drama. One thing to note is that it's definately more of a mature YA read.
Absolutely loved the ending. It was perfect and fantastic. Looking forward to reading more from this author.
I suggest you pick this one up immediately and read it, because it was freaking ... gah! I highlighted so many parts!
5/5 Platypires
http://www.platypire.com/j-hooligan/the-book-of-bart-by-ryan-hill
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