I tried this series for the first time when I ...
930764
I tried this series for the first time when I bought this book (along with the other first 2 books) and I read them one after another.  Can't wait for the next one in the series!
2053048
What I think is so cool about this series is that it doesn't really seem like a series. If you should by the second book first, you don't HAVE to read the first in order to know what's going on. This first book was awesome-I read alot and haven't been able to discover many authors that I can sit down and read everything they've written. I'm glad I can do that with this.
3731568
This series was recommended by a friend. I can't tell you how many times I had to walk away from reading these books. I run out of suspense movies when they get too intense too!! Of course I sneak back shortly after to find out what happened. My family thought I was nuts. I have never read a series I responded so strongly to. Weird. I can't wait til the next one comes out. I may have to read them all again.
4427457
For once, a series ends without me feeling like I need more from it. Castillo Price did a phenomenal job with the story arc over the three books. Events were unexpected and their resolution was far from perfect, which lent an air of reality to this sci-fi series.

I thought that Daniel's growth as a character did him justice while not erasing all of his flaws. His relationship with Elijah feels unforced throughout the entire book and series. And while they end up together, there's no pretty bow tying up their future in a beautiful package. I truly appreciated this low key, realistic approach to a relationship that's often overlooked in a lot of MM romance (not that I don't love fluff and HEAs for those comfort reads).

A great series!
4572942
A couple of years ago I read five of the books in this series. Last week I started rereading the series starting with book one. A sad comment on the impression the books made on me is that I have not been able to remember the plot of any of the books I've reread and I am currently on book five. The reason I started rereading the series was because I was tired of so much violence, bad language and sex in so many books written these days. While there is violence in these books, it is low key. Language is not a problem. Neither is sex. But, some of the main characters do have character flaws that make them difficult to handle. The main character, Trisha, is the main culprit. To be honest, I find her abrasive and mean-spirited. She goes on and on in each book about how estranged she is from her sister, Angelica. Yet, from the very beginning of the series, Angelica has been supportive of her sister. There is a normal amount of sibling rivalry but Angelica does not personalize that rivalry to the degree Trisha does. Also, Ms. Barrett allows us to be privy to Trisha's inner thoughts about people. I have been appalled by how Trisha cannot let go of past indiscretions of the people around her. The device of having her come to the aid of those around her through financial support and other means does not come across as being very benevolent. Rather, these acts seems to be compensatory for the manner in which she treats and thinks about others. As you can imagine, it is not easy to warm to a character like this. Since she is the main character of the series, I feel the books suffer because of her personality. Another problem I have with Ms. Barrett's writing is how she will present a character in one light and then suddenly have a complete reversal of nature. The newspaperman, Russ, is one such character. While not the most sterling of men, suddenly he is turned into a bad guy in order to introduce a new male friend for Trisha. This is an obvious plot device. Probably Ms. Barrett decided that Trisha dealing with a member of the law enforcement community would be easier to utilize in solving murders than would a reporter. This sort of  awkward plotting is another reason why I cannot wax ecstatic over this series. It passes the time. But, I've read more interesting, better written cozy mysteries than these.
4404413
I was scared to re-read this series--old ones sometimes don't stand the test of time. But this did--this series inspired me and broke my heart at the same time, if anything more than when I first read them ten years ago. If you like space opera that's about the characters and how rise above what they're supposed to be--this is your series.
1260472
I've never seen this show before and it never interested me until I started watching the episodes online in english dub. I was actually surprised by the series and knew I had to have it. I had a chance to get the limited edition which I would still like to have just for the art booklet that was issued within it. But I digress, The show was great and the animation was nicely done. I actually like the whole demon sword turning human and sword which I really enjoyed. I haven't finished this series because I haven't had time but I can't wait to see what happens next. Great product and nice artwork all around.
4127905
You have to begin in the beginning. I enjoy the unique plot and adversaries. I'd of liked a little more attention to historical references i.e. detailed but overall a fine series to get hooked on
3676462
As much as I enjoy this series, I have to admit it was a difficult timeline to follow-at least in the beginning.  Once I understood the overall direction, things began to make sense.  The story itself was a little slow, and a bit predictable because one timeline does parallel Wool.  Im told Dust is amazing, though, and I'm excited to start the finish!
1891061
I normally don't read these types of books which are graphic novels at all even when I was growing up because 1: I wasn't interested and into them,and 2nd because their out of my comfort zone along with anime books as well as with comics but I saw this series and decided to give them a chance because I believe that every once in awhile you have to take chances on something new to read and see if it's something you might like even if if really out of your comfort zone.
740935
Having read this series out of order (book three first, followed by one and two) it took me a minute to get my bearings when I started reading it. That said, even with my mild confusion about how the previous book ended, I was sucked in faster than a penny into a vacuum cleaner.

Jolie is back at the beginning of her story, back in her little fortune telling shop where Book One picked up, ignorant and unaware of the magical things that walk amongst us. And like the start of the series, everything hinges on the magical thing that walks through her lil' shop door. Unlike the first time, that Magic Man is not Rand.

Now, I hesitate to divulge too much of the plot because it certainly was a twist on things and I don't want to spoil all the fun for readers. In the grand scheme of things, I do believe I've fallen into team Sinjin territory over the course of the series so far -- and Mallory must have read my mind. Yum.

That being said, reading The Witch Is Back was a bit like having trippy deja vu (or however you spell that). Some bits felt familiar like an old comfy sweater, while others felt odd in that alternate-universe kind of way. For example, Jolie's BFF (Christa? I'm horrible with names)seemed a lot more randy and foul-mouthed than I remember her. Jolie is more naive than I recall. Sinjin is still Sinjin though, so there's that. :-)

I did have a few nitpicks with the whole time-travelling concept and "rules" which mainly revolve around this book's resolution, but I can't hardly spell them out for fear of spoiling all the fun for anyone reading this.

Overall, I still adore this series and it's characters. In fact, I also have the ARC for Book 5 and devoured that one right after this book. So that should tell you something!

** I received this book as an ARC from Netgalley for review purposes.**
1432674
This was a series that I found interesting but missed when it was first broadcast now I can see it and it is great
2102985
I started this series just looking for something to read and thought why not, if it's terrible  at least I didn't spend much. I'm glad to report it is not a terrible series I am so sucked in! Keep them coming :)
2071262
Good series.. I watched few clips on YouTube and got hooked to it. ;)
1579614
I wasn't sure if I would like this series. I would read it and then read other things and come back to it when I was bookless. It grew on me. The characters grew on me. I am reading the rest of the series.
4390110
I own the series. I decided I wanted to listen to them this time around and am enjoying them once again. They still tug at my heartstrings.
3902853
I watched this tv show occasionally when I was younger but at this time my english was not very good (I am francophone)and I did not understand all the jokes especially the adult jokes. After watching the first season with my wife, I re-discovered the series and we laughed very much. The team is excellent and there is a chemistry between them. I really appreciated listening and this time I understood all the jokes. I recommend this series since it is worth every dollars that I paid for it