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Aimee

Aimee

In libris libertas - In books there is freedom
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Sorry guys. Shelfari isn't a dating service and I don't use it as such. My 'racy' bookshelf doesn't mean I'm desperate/lonely and in need of a man to make me feel better. I read these books because I enjoy them. Plus, I'm married. So you are out of luck.
  • The Rockies, USA
  • member since February 28, 2008

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  • Dark Frost
    • Rated 5 stars

    “Wow! When I finished this, I had to take a few moments after to go over what I just read. In case you haven't read my reviews for the previous books in this series, this series is a favorite of mine. I love the mythology, and not just one isolated version either, but myths from all around the globe combined together. But what I loved the most was, as Gwen searches and searches for an artifact, the story doesn't stall. It doesn't hold out until the next book for something to happen.

    This book, things get dark. I was surprised on how this ended. Shocked, even. But I loved it. While at the time I read it, I wasn't so sure, but now that I've had time to think on it, I thought it really escalates the story and leaves me itching to get my hands on the next one even more than the others did. The battle is is a sure thing. And it's not in the distant future. It's upon them. While it seems weird to me a little, I'm giddy to see this battle. I'm excited to see Gwen thrown even further into the mix. And it looks like I don't have to wait too long for it either. It just may be the next book where everything goes down. Or starts.

    Love, love, love this series. It's imaginative and unique among others of the mythological/urban fantasy genre. I could get lost in the world of Gwen Frost, happily reading along as I cheer her on. Jennifer Estep's Mythos Academy is a series not to be missed.”

    Aimee wrote this review 3 weeks ago. ( reply | permalink )
  • Third Grave Dead Ahead
    • Rated 5 stars

    “Third Grave Dead Ahead left me desperate for the next book. The more I read of this series, the more I fall in love. Truly one of the best series out there, Charley Davidson has captured my attention and isn't letting go.

    After the last book, I didn't know if this story could get any better. And it does. Charley is doing everything physically possible to not fall asleep. Being now when Reyes enters her dreams, he's angry and he's making sure that even when she does sleep, she doesn't get any rest. And so, her solution, is to not fall asleep. At all costs. And it is starting to have an effect on her ability to do her job. But it makes for great entertainment as she bumbles around in her sleepless, caffeine fueled daze.

    This time, Charley's case also happens to be the same one that Reyes wants her on. Looking for the father that he was accused of murdering, the father who faked his death. Supposedly. All the while, trying to locate the missing wife of a doctor. Who doesn't look so innocent from where Charley is sitting. I don't know how Ms. Jones does it. There is a whole lot going on as the series progresses, but it never feels like too much. She's able to blend her stories together flawlessly.

    The ending of this just about killed me. I'm not sure if prophecy is the right word, but we do get a hint of things to come for the ending and the twist at the end just about stopped my heart. I was stunned. And then I read more. And now... now I'm forced to wait until October to find out more. I just might go stir crazy waiting for more Charley! But this series is so worth the wait. And I'm excited for things to come in this series.”

    Aimee wrote this review Wednesday, March 28, 2012. ( reply | permalink )
  • Second Grave on the Left
    • Rated 5 stars

    “When I finished the first book, I picked up my keys, ran out of the house and went to the nearest bookstore to pick this up. And it was well worth ditching all my responsibilities to get my hands on it. This is every bit as great as the first. And the best part? More Reyes!

    This series embodies everything I love about the paranormal genre. Romance, mystery, great writing, humor, all blended together for the right balance. Second Grave on the Left was just as delightful as to be expected. I was engulfed in the story straight away and the world fell away as I joined Charley in her rush to try and save Cookie's friend's life.

    I love Uncle Bob. Almost as much as Charley and Reyes. But I think he really helps bring this series to great heights. His love for his niece is unconditional. He does things that anger Charley, but his sole reason for anything is to make sure she lives to see another day. He knows she's special. And not just because she can help him become one of the best detectives on the squad. I was rolling with some of the parts with him and Swopes. This series really does have some great characters.

    One of the things I like, so far, is that Ms. Jones isn't stalling on this plot line. She's letting unfold at a natural pace and not prolonging it just to sell more books. It unfolds and unfolds fast. Things are already set in motion that by the time I finished this, I was already picking up the third book by the time I finished the last page.

    This is a must read series. It has been a long time since I have been blown away by a series like this. Hook, line and sinker. Gotta get me some more Reaper.”

    Aimee wrote this review Wednesday, March 28, 2012. ( reply | permalink )
  • First Grave on the Right
    • Rated 5 stars

    “I bought this one when it first came out. But I haven't read it until now. I don't know why I put it off, but I wish I hadn't (but also grateful because the first 3 books were out so I could get those right away too). I played around with the samples of this for the audiobook and it was off putting. I didn't like the reader. At all. So, I pushed this to the bottom of my tbr pile. What a mistake! This is definitely a new favorite series that I'm obsessing over!

    I love Charley. She's a tough chick who isn't afraid of anything but who she has dubbed as the Big Bad. Being a consultant with the police department, she's able to help those who've been murdered bring their murders to justice when other methods fail. That right there was very intriguing for me and what got me hooked to the first book. I like that she just doesn't deal in ghosts. She has a job in the real world, being a private investigator (and consultant). She uses her gifts to help out her field, but she doesn't isolate herself. She has friends and family who love and care for her. Most authors avoid giving their heroine such strong ties, because it can hinder the story. Not so here. In fact, it is her ties to her family and friends that really help Charley show the reader just what kind of person she is.

    Reyes. What can I say besides "hubba, hubba!!" The man is fine! A little bad boy attitude, a little mysterious flare, rock hard body. It's the makings for the ultimate love interest. I can't get enough. I was even slightly disappointed I didn't see more of him in this one. You know, like in every page. But, you know, there is more to the story than one devilishly handsome man.

    Move over vampires and werewolves, there is a new leader in the paranormal romance genre. And her name is Charley Davidson, Grim Reaper.”

    Aimee wrote this review Wednesday, March 28, 2012. ( reply | permalink )
  • Sixteenth Summer
    • Rated 4 stars

    “This was one of those bittersweet books. I really enjoyed the story, I was hooked as soon as I started reading. I really enjoyed reading about Anna and Will. When I first picked this up, I had an idea that the ending might leave me in tears. And it did. But I was grateful I got to share in Anna and Will's story.

    The setting of this was perfect. Summer, lazy days in a tourist town. No school setting, since school is out for the summer. Nothing to get in the way of the relationship that is budding except for the characters themselves and work. It does make for a great beach read.

    The ending left me a little sad. At first, I didn't like it. But after having some time to think about it, while it is sad, it also gives way to hope. Anna struggles throughout the book with the fact that Will will have to return to New York. They make no promises for the future. They seem very grown up about the whole leaving at the end of the summer (in terms of making promises they can't keep). Definitely worth reading, I might suggest reading with some tissues for the ending, however.”

    Aimee wrote this review Wednesday, March 28, 2012. ( reply | permalink )
  • Fair Game
    • Rated 5 stars

    “After the first two books, which didn't really blow me out of the water, I was glad that I read this one. Patricia Briggs really step up the game with Fair Game. Not only did she step up the intensity, Briggs has opened the door to something truly gripping and suspenseful. It doesn't get much better than this.

    What makes this book the first 5 star in the series for me was Anna. She is growing and changing. She's no longer timid with the idea of her being weak. She's grown. So much she even gets in the Marrok's face and lives to tell the tale. While she is no Mercy, she is starting to become a character that stands out from the others in the Mercy world. I love the growth. I truly do. While I liked her in the first, after everything she was forced to endure, I'm glad that she isn't stuck. She's learned to spread her wings. Er, paws.

    Okay. The plot on this one, one of the best I have read in the paranormal romance genre. Ever. I have a lot of favorites and for this, the third book in a series that I wasn't sure I'd continue, was pretty significant. The story gripped me and I was struggling not to fly through the pages to find out what happens, but to savor the unknown as I read. It wasn't easy. But I managed to give this book the time it deserved when I read it, cover to cover.

    I'm pretty excited for the next book. While the plot was pretty amazing (to me anyway), it was the ending that left me with my chin on the floor. Possibly even a little bug eyed. While I can't even give you the tiniest of hints (because, truly, you want this to be a surprise) I can say that this changes everything. Not just for Anna and Charles. But for everyone in this world. Including the Mercy series. And I can't wait to see how this plays out. This will truly rock the series. I believe it will be in a good way, one that will take both series to a whole new level. And I can't wait to see what happens.”

    Aimee wrote this review Wednesday, March 28, 2012. ( reply | permalink )
  • Fracture
    • Rated 4 stars

    “This was a lot more emotional than I thought it would be. It was a good story that had more to it than just a mystery. One of the things that I liked about it, this ability that Delaney has didn't come with birth. Instead, it came with the fact that she was dead. She was past the point of hope but somehow, she comes out of it without any of the problems her doctors would have expected.

    I loved Decker in this book. I was glad I got to meet this guy and I was glad that he was there for Delaney, even though he feels responsible for her accident. Seeing him struggle with this through the book was a heartache. But really, Delaney was lucky to be able to have him in her life.

    Troy was an interesting character. While I never liked him too much, I still felt bad for him and how he felt about his punishment. Or what he thought was his punishment. I didn't think I would feel bad for him, until his story slowly unraveled. Then I felt for the guy. Just a little. Because he still was a shady character. Fracture was an interesting read. I was drawn to the story from page one and was satisfied with it when I finished the book. ”

    Aimee wrote this review Wednesday, March 28, 2012. ( reply | permalink )
  • Everneath
    • Rated 5 stars

    “When I first started, I thought this would be another Hades and Persephone story. Which I wouldn't have minded. But I was also glad to find out it wasn't exactly the story I thought it was. I was intrigued with the story and came to find one of my favorite myth stories start to play out in this story.

    I was drawn to Nikki. To her story that got her to where she is at the end of this story. Learning about the Everneath was great, I loved what Brodi Ashton put into the Everneath to make it exciting and a little scary. What I liked about this was being with Nikki as she relearned how to be on the surface again after being stripped of her emotions. She's a rarity. She somehow survived the Everneath. If you can call it surviving when she's an empty shell. But in steps Jack.

    I love, love, love, love (okay, you get the picture) Jack. This guy is pretty amazing. He reaches out to Nikki when she is sure he wants nothing to do with her. But all the time she's been gone, he has never given up on her. And even better, he's willing to do anything to help and save her. There are very few characters out there that are truly selfless. Jack is one of those characters and it makes him all the more attractive to me.

    This is one of the new series out there I'm already crazy for. I can't wait to get my hands on the next book, to find out how things turn out. This ends with one heck of a cliffhanger and it already has me itching for a copy of the next book. Everneath is an imaginative new world, worth getting lost in. ”

    Aimee wrote this review Wednesday, March 28, 2012. ( reply | permalink )
  • In Too Deep
    • Rated 3 stars

    “I had wanted to like this more. The story itself is compelling. To tell the truth or to keep your mouth shut. Sam is humiliated, but not the way her school thinks. She through herself at a popular jock in order to get the guy she likes to notice her. But it doesn't end well. She's drunk and manages to get herself a few bumps and bruises on her way to trying to get noticed. In all the wrong ways.

    What made this story easier to read was that Sam herself didn't start the rumor. She's humiliated at being rejected, in a cruel manner, that when people start to ask her "Is it true?" all she can do is nod and hope people leave her alone. But what she finds out days later is a shock for her. When she realized what people were actually thinking instead of what she thought for sure had happened, Sam is shocked. That makes it easier to read, but while I had hoped she would speak up and correct people, she doesn't. Instead, she lets things spiral out of control.

    It was a hard read. Very realistic. Except for the fact that a whole school believes a student was raped and all the adults, teachers, faculty are in the dark. If the whole school was gossiping about this scandal, I don't know how none of the adults didn't find out until the very end.

    It is a good read, but this was one that I might not read again. It takes Sam a long time to do the right thing and it costs her everything she had wanted. Truly, it was just a hard subject to read through. I'm still a fan of the author and will continue to read her books.”

    Aimee wrote this review Wednesday, March 28, 2012. ( reply | permalink )
  • Allegiance
    • Rated 4 stars

    “I really liked this sequel. While it had been a while since I read the first book, I still enjoyed this one and was able to pick it up and not get lost in the story. I had forgotten about what had happened at the end of the last book with Narian, but it quickly came back as the story started. In this, I found myself not so much being on Narian's side when it came to Alera, but I actually started to hope she would fall in love with her new husband and king, Steldor. I found him much more honorable than I had in the first book. It may have been because we really only see the cocky side of him and I had worries about him as King, but truly, Cayla Kluver has created such a character to make me change my mind on him.

    This had me on the edge of my seat. The battle that threatened in the first is unleashed in this. There were parts I had to wonder if any of my favorite characters would come out alive. I had hoped, but nothing seemed certain. Kluver wove her story well to keep the suspense high during the battle. The strength Alera had in this made the ending. It truly did.

    One of the things I like most about this is the fantasy setting. I like the time period, it lends itself well to the story. I get lost in the story of the Kingdoms and the culture that is brought out in the book. This is a series I want to revisit. Especially to get ready for the next book. It promises to bring us a story even better than the first two.

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    Aimee wrote this review Wednesday, March 28, 2012. ( reply | permalink )
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