 | Title: Lure of Song and Magic
Sexual Content: Explicit sex scenes, references to sexual assault. Rating:
Good - A fun read with minor flaws. Maybe read an excerpt before buying. |
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02 February 2012
24 October 2011
 | Title: Between the Sea and Sky
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Posted by
Abigail
at 1:00 PM
Labels: 1st person, 4 bats, Jaclyn Dolamore, Mermaids, Paranormal YA, Sirens, standalone
Labels: 1st person, 4 bats, Jaclyn Dolamore, Mermaids, Paranormal YA, Sirens, standalone
01 September 2011
 | Title: The Hour of Dust and Ashes
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Posted by
Abigail
at 6:31 AM
Labels: 1st person, 3rd in series, 4 bats, Charlie Madigan, Greek Mythology, Kelly Gay, Review, Sirens, Urban Fantasy
Labels: 1st person, 3rd in series, 4 bats, Charlie Madigan, Greek Mythology, Kelly Gay, Review, Sirens, Urban Fantasy
28 February 2011
 | Title: Demon Song
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Description
In a world where magic is real and the supernatural is almost normal, bodyguard Celia Graves has survived a vampire attack which made her a half-vampire and awakened her latent Siren abilities. She’s battled a Siren Queen to the death and twice faced down a demon that wants to kill her--slowly. She’s also had her heart broken--twice--by her old flame, magician Bruno DeLuca.
Perhaps the worst thing was the discovery that Celia’s life has been warped by a curse laid on her during childhood--the cause of everything from the death of her little sister to the murder of her best friend the same night that Celia became an Abomination.
An ancient rift between the demonic dimension and our own--sealed during the destruction of Atlantis--begins to open, threatening to loose all the demons of hell on humanity (including the one personally bent on destroying Celia). Celia’s hellish recent experiences have given her the unique combination of abilities needed to close the rift. But to overcome the curse, which nearly guarantees her failure, she’ll need to join forces with people she no longer trusts...and put people she has come to care about directly in harm’s way.
Review
*Spoilers for previous books in this series*
DEMON SONG masterfully juggles multiple storylines all revolving around the cool-as-they-come Celia Graves who by this book is a bodyguard who has survived a vampire attack, learned she’s a half siren princess, and discovered that she has an unliftable demon death curse.
As with the previous Blood Singer books, DEMON SONG is masterfully plotted. Every moment, character, and discovery has a significant purpose. It is unbelievably satisfying to read a series where you know the ending of each book has been planned out perfectly to peak at just the right moment.
Speaking of satisfying, one thing that I just loved about this installment was the inclusion of the Atlantis legend. The mythical island plays a key role in the story. Some fun twists and new magical explanations for it’s disappearance link both sirens and demons, which of course put Celia smack dab in the middle of the action.
Of the three Blood Singer novels, DEMON SONG is by far the most romantic to date. Celia is dealing with her unwanted siren attraction, and for the first time in her life she has two men pursuing her: her ex-fiancé Bruno, and the enigmatic John Creede. Both mages, both evoke very different responses from Celia, and neither one appears willing step down. And since Celia’s life never slows down long enough for her to eat regularly (dangerous for a vampire) let alone to consider who she wants to be with, the romantic tension stays taut throughout the book.
Overall, this is another thrilling urban fantasy led by a character whose ongoing battle to balance the magical and mundane aspects of her life is endlessly entertaining. The plot is intricate and layered with romance, heartache, and explosive magical action sequences. But it’s the world building which is dense and ever expanding in new and exciting ways--this time including the legend of Atlantis--that makes DEMON SONG my favorite of the series and has me eagerly awaiting the next Blood Singer book.
Posted by
Abigail
at 6:30 AM
Labels: 1st person, 3 bats, 4 bats, Cat Adams, Demons, ghosts, Review, Sirens, Urban Fantasy, Vampires, werewolves
Labels: 1st person, 3 bats, 4 bats, Cat Adams, Demons, ghosts, Review, Sirens, Urban Fantasy, Vampires, werewolves
21 September 2010
*This title will be released on September 28, 2010*
Book Description
Nothing if not resilient, Celia Graves is slowly adjusting to being a half-human, half-vampire Abomination. But her troubles are far from over. Her best friend’s murder is still unsolved, the cops are convinced she should be in jail, and her old lover, the magician Bruno DeLuca, has resurfaced in her life, saying he has something important to tell her.
The vampire attack that transformed Celia kicked her latent Siren abilities into high gear, and now she’s been summoned to the Sirens’ island to justify her existence—and possibly fight for her life—in front of the Siren Queen. Celia isn’t sure she’ll survive to make the trip. The demon she defeated in Blood Song hasn’t exactly gone quietly—he’s left Celia suffering from a powerful curse.
Review
Book 2 in The Blood Singer Series
Celia Graves, bodyguard turned half-vampire/half-siren is back in this follow up to the truly excellent Blood Song that finds her once again hunted at every turn by mages, sirens, demons and even humanity. Unlike in most urban fantasy books, vampires in The Blood Singer series aren’t sexy love interests, they are the scourge of the earth. Feared and loathed by almost everyone, Celia has to navigate this story filled with lots of action, betrayal, and fragile romance--all without getting staked.
I thought the fight scenes in Blood Song were cool (and I don’t often find myself impressed with detailed fight scenes), but SIREN SONG is packed with fast and fun fights that had my adrenaline slamming through my system. Celia is believably capable and resourceful, yet she is still acclimating to both her vampire and siren abilities. She never gets easy victories (getting jumped outside a grocery store with nothing but baby food jars as weapons, for example) and she never emerges unscathed.
Another high note in SIREN SONG is the romance. It is much less overt in this book as opposed to Blood Song (and there is a significant reason for that), but the new romantic lead in Celia’s life is a surprise to both her and the reader, and yet by the end of the book, I couldn’t imagine a better match.
As with the previous book, Adams laces SIREN SONG with subtle details in the early part of the book that tie together later on for a truly robust ending. Sadly, I thought that those details contributed to SIREN SONG being a little slow out of the gate. A number of side plot elements needed to be tied up, which I appreciate, but Blood Song ended with Celia being summoned to Siren Island for a trial and that storyline didn’t pick up until halfway through SIREN SONG. From then on, the story races along at much more satisfyingly pace. Demon Song will be out sometime in early 2011 and I’m already anticipating another action packed blast.
Sexual Content: References to sex. References to homosexuality. A scene of sensuality.
My Rating (out of 5):
Good - A fun read with minor flaws. Maybe read an excerpt before buying.
Click HERE to read an excerpt from SIREN SONG
Previous books in the series:
Product Details
Paperback: 384 pages - Publisher: Tor Books; First Edition edition (September 28, 2010)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0765324954
- ISBN-13: 978-0765324955
- Cover Art: N/A
*Disclosure: I received this book courtesy of Cat Adams
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Abigail
at 6:30 AM
Labels: 1st person, 2 bats, 3 bats, Cat Adams, Demons, Mage, Review, Sirens, Urban Fantasy, Vampires, werewolves
Labels: 1st person, 2 bats, 3 bats, Cat Adams, Demons, Mage, Review, Sirens, Urban Fantasy, Vampires, werewolves
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