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patchworkbunny's Reviews (2.12k)
Another easy read but not one of my favourites from Harris. I don't think there were enough 'clues' for the reader to guess 'who did it' which I prefer in a crime mystery. The revelation seemed a bit sudden.
The series is definitely getting better. The serial killer in a small town angle, whilst not original, meant a good chance to work it out at the same time as Harper (unlike the previous book). There's relationship progress too, finally.
A poignant tale about grief. This is a rewrite of The Cave which was released as a Quick Read. I think this shows a little as the first half of the book was a little slow, although beautifully written, I wasn't drawn into the story. From the moment Freddie meets Fabrissa, I loved it though.
On another note, it's another book where the cover blurb (at least on the current UK paperback edition) gives away the entire story. Fortunately I only read it after I'd finished, but a lot of people do use this to choose a book so I wish publishers wouldn't do this.
On another note, it's another book where the cover blurb (at least on the current UK paperback edition) gives away the entire story. Fortunately I only read it after I'd finished, but a lot of people do use this to choose a book so I wish publishers wouldn't do this.
I think Michael Morpurgo does some of the best war fiction around. He himself says he didn't intend writing for children but wrote for himself, so this book will appeal to all ages (though the very young may find too disturbing). I was on the verge of tears all the way through, I dare you not to be moved by his writing.
It really is rather annoying that MaryJanice Davidson writes so many short stories between the books. Dead Over Heels happens between Uneasy and Unworthy, however it is only referenced to a few times and I think you can get away with not reading it (I didn't). There's a psuedo police investigation in this one, with not many clues to go on and most the book is taken up with squabbling. Not the best, but atill an easy read.
Finally, another Betsy book that feels like a complete story. Less silly and I found myself quite worried about the fate of some of the characters.
Well it wasn't as bad as I was expecting! Anita manages to hold off having sex til after page 100 and actually manages to stop before the next chapter begins. However I fear for Anita's day job as it has been a whilst since she raised the dead or did any police work. I'm also starting to dislike Anita somewhat, and not because of the sex but her attitude seems off a lot of the time. She spends half the time being angry or judgemental when she's really not in a position to be throwing stones.
There's a lot about the ardeur, though, so if the sex puts you off, don't bother. There's not much plot either, sort of the start of one and the end of another, with the promise of a good concept with the Mother of all Darkness. However, for those who have come to love some of the characters, there are some really nice moments in this book. I may even be tempted to read on.
Only for the die hard Anita fans I think!
There's a lot about the ardeur, though, so if the sex puts you off, don't bother. There's not much plot either, sort of the start of one and the end of another, with the promise of a good concept with the Mother of all Darkness. However, for those who have come to love some of the characters, there are some really nice moments in this book. I may even be tempted to read on.
Only for the die hard Anita fans I think!
Kitty is a werewolf at the bottom of the pack, something we don't usually seea lot of in main characters. She also hosts a radio chat show for supernaturals which causes trouble in the pack. Whilst I'm not sure this works as a standalone novel, it is a good introduction to the series and a quick Saturday afternoon read! Kitty is a likeable character once you get to know her and the radipo show keeps the tone light.
Government conspiracy, religious cult and supernatural radio chat show all rolled into one. Despite the silly titles of these books, they're shaping up to be a good urban fantasy series. Read it in one sitting.
Whilst the second book introduced new characters, this concentrates on the relationships between Kitty, Cormac and Ben as well as having a gripping small town investigation to drive the plot. Big changes to Kitty's world and makes me want to read the whole series (I picked up the first 3 books cheap on the off-chance, glad I did).