Fun, evil and capturing
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This is the second book in this series. I couldn't put it down once I started reading it. I love how the characters developed further with this book. Aunt Tillie is full of spunk and spit fire and even vengeance.  Mara is becoming more powerful with her pregnancy but she still is learning how to handle the power. And amazing Gay friend Gus is filled with so much personality and the way their friendship plays out is breath catching! This book is filled with Satan and fun puppies and evil red eyed hounds. Some surprises that we hope to expand in to the next book!
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THIS IS A FUN READ.  You follow the family of the Hangman of Schongau to the town of Bamberg, where werewolves are eating the citizens.  The Hangman knows or thinks there are no werewolves.  But why are people dying as though they were wolf victims?  The citizens think it is werewolves, so go on a witch/werewolf hunt.  Lots of morbid history, including Shakespeare and Marlow.  Lots of dirty filthy medieval customs and plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing as to the reality.  Besides the Hangman, himself, we have his 2 bewitching daughters, his hangman brother, his son, who is growing up to hang people too.  There are lots of actors acting and being real.
A lot of real things in the story add to the winding scary plot.  Each chapter someone has to die, be rescued, tortured, killed or saved.  If you like off the wall adventure, history and a good story, I recommend it.  But dont' be squeamish
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An excellent drunken romp up and down "Not Everest", complete with hunters and monsters galore. Macaulay takes inspiration from many of the great monster hunting books and movies throughout the times, and combines them with an Indiana Jones feel to give us a fantastic Anti-Hero who just wants to get drunk and get paid. The character development throughout the story is rich between Ventner and his apprentice, and the pacing is superb. There's a great blend of action and storytelling as we learn more and more about the dangers (both environmentally, and monster-like) hidden behind every nook and cranny of the mountain. Truly a sight to behold, if you enjoy books that are just plain FUN, this is one to read.
4658972
Great fun.  An eerie and humorous blend of artistry and historical portraiture.  The images speak for themselves.
365077
Monsters, mayhem, and four best friends off for a weekend getaway from kids and husbands get more than they bargain for in an atmospheric but  decadent New Orleans whose post Katrina body count has attracted large numbers of Scavengers-- Zombie type creatures who have evolved from carrion to living flesh eaters. Even the local vampires want to get rid of the Scavengers who are giving the undead a bad name. The plot is amusingly complicated with a cliffhanger in every chapter.  There is even a handsome movie star who is always mysteriously on hand to help the girls. But could he also be some variation on a "creature of the night?"  I had fun seeing how all the wild strands of plot come together in the end with a little sex thrown in for good measure.  Definitely a fun summer read.
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Lots of fun from beginning to end. Phenomenal creature designs and authentic take on a possibly tired style make for a great ride. Adam Green, Will Barrett and Ariescope Pictures all deserve applause. Are monsters real?
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IT TAKES A THIEF TO CATCH A FIRE is the sequel to IT TAKES A THIEF TO CATCH A SUNRISE. If I were to describe the books in short, it'd be they're kind of a Gentleman Bastards-lite. They're funny heist capers about a husband and wife pair which live in a world of steampunk magic and alchemy. The books are a bit on the light side and could use a bit more stakes and drama but are otherwise extremely entertaining.

The sequel begins with Jacques Revou and Isabel de Rosier starting their new lives in Great Turlain after accidentally getting themselves made enemies of the state in their homeland. Unfortunately, their plans to steal the Elemental Stones from a museum end badly when a group of Elementals (basically people who can control one form of magic or another) get there first. They are then blackmailed by the country's secret police in getting them back, only to find they like the thieves more. Revolution and rights for elementals brews in the background as our pair of thieves have to figure out what to steal next.

Honestly, I'm not sure what to say about this book other than its a fun and enjoyable ride from beginning to end. It's definitely on the light and breezy side with things being a little too easily resolved but the characters are likable as well as the heists entertaining. I strongly recommend this for people who want a light fun read with plenty of dry humor.
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An intriguing storyline that is fun and amusing. Many of the characters, who are well-developed and mostly very likable, change into strange monsters. Some are good and some are bad, but you never know what will happen next.  The idea came from Grimm's Fairy Tales. It's not exactly thought provoking but it is entertaining. I also like that it takes place in Portland, Oregon.
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WOW. So many different turns and twists that happen. The characters get even more real with at least one or more added dimensions to each of them. You have to feel a little bad enjoying watching such evil things going down in a controversial or funny way. So many new clients and entertaining engagements as the story arc gets more and more awesome.
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A combination of traditional suspense, paranormal witchery, and romance, the author of this story brings to the reader an experience that is both pleasurable and fun.  I would have like a little more identification for who the characters are at the beginning.  However after their rapid introduction, as the plot progresses, they become fully developed and believable in a story that expertly combines make believe with real life.  The pace of the story keeps the pages turning.  I found the book enjoyable and recommend it to those looking for a good read.
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rollicking supernatural fun. the gang is up against the demons yet again. cenyral character's mother is rescued and bad forces put to rest with some suprises
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In the basement of the Holy Heart church a group of individuals meet for Monstofelldosis (MFD) Anonymous meetings. These meetings are basically the most dysfunctional support group, as all of these eclectic individuals are monsters. Real. Life. Monsters. Natalie is one of Frankenstein's creations, Alec is a werewolf, Kai is a mummy, and, well, you get the picture. Their support groups leader is Bob, otherwise known as the Blob, and when he turns up missing they all join together to find out what happened to one of their own. When it's discovered that he died in the same way he died in the books and movies they realize their covers are blown and they have no idea who they're coming for next.

I loved the highly original idea behind this one, a group of monsters struggling to live among humans? Each of the monsters/characters had their own leading role and they were all entertaining in their own way. A total count of eight monsters made appearances and it'll be fun to see new monster additions in future installments of this series. Club Monstrosity has humor, a mystery and even a bit of romance. This was a fun, light-hearted read that was an entertaining start to a new series.
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With great good guys, evil bad guys, present day world problems and rapid-fire action this book was a quick and enjoyable read. Looking forward to the further adventures of this operative.
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Linda Wisdom has created another wonderful fast, fun read - a tremendous way to spend an evenings after a grueling day at work. Her books transport you right into the world of magic for adults and it can be fun or a bit scary.

Linda Wisdom has a talent for taking a mundane image and turning it on its head. For example, we always think of lawyers as lower than a snake but she takes that image and transforms it into Trevor, Stasi's love interest in Wicked By Any Other Name. Trevor is one hot warlock of a lawyer you wouldn't mind having on your side. Wisdom also takes the elf archetype (heroic, yada yada) and creates a wonderfully evil villain.

Thoroughly original, delightfully fun, this is a series you don't want to miss.
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This book is entertaining, plain and simple. You got Merry, a strong and powerful character trying to survive in the lonely human world trying to avoid being killed by her Sidhe Aunt, the Queen of Air and Darkness.
The book starts off like a detective film or book. Two beautiful vixens need help. Suddenly you have dark demonic creatures, lots of blood, then sex sex sex and more sex and some sadism and blood drinking thrown in for good measure.
Not to mention butterfly winged little psychos. I love them.
Yes, it's not Tolstoy, but it's filled with engaging characters (DOYLE!) interesting images, one has to admire how imaginative the writer is to come up with these things.
Hand of Flesh? Male models with tentacles coming out of... various parts of them and a whole array of weapons and stranged coloured creatures.
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A great read, right in the sweet spot between horror and mystery. Tor Medina and his partner and wife are easy heroes to root for, as they investigate a strange kidnapping that widens into a national investigation. Without giving too much away--because discovering it page by page is half the fun--the kidnapping leads the heroes into a strange underworld that Heyerdahl paints with surprising cultural richness. The moral ambiguities of the case become a major issue for the characters, as they are forced to decide whether justice and revenge are the same thing. The thrills and shootouts build steadily to a dramatic final chase. I will definitely be reading more in this series!
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This book is non-stop action.  It includes flawed heroes taking on evil forces against almost impossible odds.  Be aware that the 'body count" is high, but don't give up on the possibility that strong characters will remain true to their core convictions.  There are enough twists and turns to grip your full attention, and the strong characters of both good and evil will fill you with both dread and hope.  Enjoy!