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gaderianne's review against another edition
2.0
A book of short stories - one of which fits into the world of Rachel Morgan in post-Turn Cincinnati. Told from Ivy's perspective, it gives a bit of a back story about Ivy's relationship with Kisten and Piscary. Not necessary to read if you're reading the entire Hollows series although after reading the next book in the series (see next review) it does inform Ivy's character.
Other authors in this compilation at Lynsay Sands, Kelley Armstrong, and Lori Handeland. I didn't love any of the stories, but I'll probably check out Lynsay Sands and Kelley Armstrong when I'm in the mood for a quick, fun, mindless read.
Other authors in this compilation at Lynsay Sands, Kelley Armstrong, and Lori Handeland. I didn't love any of the stories, but I'll probably check out Lynsay Sands and Kelley Armstrong when I'm in the mood for a quick, fun, mindless read.
mleetm's review against another edition
4.0
I only read the Kim Harrison story this time around. Interesting. It's actually more of a prelude to the series. It's also stunted and heavy on the dark emotional trauma of ivy. Not sure how I feel about It. Glad I read it, but glad it was short.
ivy_skye's review
1.0
This book/novella gives more insight into Ivy and her relationship to Kisten and Piscary etc. This insight is about the only positive thing to say about this novella. Should i have read this novella first, i most certainly would have never picked up the series....It is boring, full of unnecessary long descriptions and very drawn out. My recommendation: if you have read one or two other books before and want some Ivy background, go ahead and read it, but be prepared for a boring day. If this is the first you read in the series, stay away until you have read some other books in the series.
bibliophilelinda's review against another edition
3.0
A compendium of short stories of the paranormal romance genre. Harrison's prequel to her Rachel Morgan series is, of course, fabulously written, but the rest were not as strong. Lynsay Sands' story, in particular, sucks, though I've never been a big fan of her simplistically weak and predictable writing style. Kelley Armstrongs' story was good, I really liked the aspect of a demon hybrid feeding off the chaos of others. And Lori Handelands' story was cute. Yet, I wouldn't recommend this book for fans of paranormal romance, except perhaps Harrisons story for fans of the Rachel Morgan series.
emitchellwrites's review against another edition
5.0
I am on a roll. Gem after gem. Book sales are the best! I usually hate shorts but these little 100 page stories are too perfect. New authors for me to look up now too.
bianca_horkan's review against another edition
3.0
Read for Ivy's back story only...and I kinda expected more.
rouver's review against another edition
2.0
I should have realized that I didn't like Kim Harrison enough to pick up a book that specifically said in the title it was going to be about dating (and thus 'romance'). Bleh. Don't bother getting this unless that's the genre you enjoy.
Harrison's story was ok. It was interesting to see a story from one of the other character's point of view...in this case, Ivy before she hooked up with Rachel (the main character in her series).
Sands was juvenile & poorly written. Sciency science!! makes a hot scientist! into a shapechanger. Oh, and the hunky nerdy science! guy (her best friends' brother) unbeknownst to her also got zapped. Dumb hijinks ensue...since it's the night of their HS reunion dance...they fall in love, blah blah blah.
Kelley Armstrong's had some potential. A half-demon that's been mislead into working for the bad guys until a werewolf she stalks & catches opens her eyes to her real situation. Intriguing enough for me to look her up & give her a try.
Lori Handeland somehow made a story about demon hunters & Satan unimaginative & boring. No thanks.
Harrison's story was ok. It was interesting to see a story from one of the other character's point of view...in this case, Ivy before she hooked up with Rachel (the main character in her series).
Sands was juvenile & poorly written. Sciency science!! makes a hot scientist! into a shapechanger. Oh, and the hunky nerdy science! guy (her best friends' brother) unbeknownst to her also got zapped. Dumb hijinks ensue...since it's the night of their HS reunion dance...they fall in love, blah blah blah.
Kelley Armstrong's had some potential. A half-demon that's been mislead into working for the bad guys until a werewolf she stalks & catches opens her eyes to her real situation. Intriguing enough for me to look her up & give her a try.
Lori Handeland somehow made a story about demon hunters & Satan unimaginative & boring. No thanks.
jswolf's review
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
bookfessional's review against another edition
3.0
Undead in the Garden of Good and Evil, The Hollows 2.5
3 stars
Ivy POV. Gives insight into her and Kisten's relationship that is continually hinted at in the books. AND this is the novella to read if you've ever been DYING to know what it was that made Art so damn mad. Heads-up, it was Ivy, not Kist that did it, so that explains her reaction after that whole mess came to light.
If you (like me) aren't a big Ivy fan, and are looking for a way to better understand her/like her more, this probably won't do it. At least it didn't for me. I just can't relate to her. Given how well Harrison consistently gives depth to her characters, I take full responsibility for this one. Ivy has lots of depth. I just have absolutely nothing in common with her. Oh well. There are plenty of other fabulous characters for me to love in The Hollows. And I do.
3 stars
Ivy POV. Gives insight into her and Kisten's relationship that is continually hinted at in the books. AND this is the novella to read if you've ever been DYING to know what it was that made Art
Spoiler
the vamp that Piscary gave Kist toIf you (like me) aren't a big Ivy fan, and are looking for a way to better understand her/like her more, this probably won't do it. At least it didn't for me. I just can't relate to her. Given how well Harrison consistently gives depth to her characters, I take full responsibility for this one. Ivy has lots of depth. I just have absolutely nothing in common with her. Oh well. There are plenty of other fabulous characters for me to love in The Hollows. And I do.