Not your typical supernatural story, but very worth the read.
580377
As most, I love a good ghost story. Supernatural novels will always capture my attention. This was a well thought out yet complex book. Some parts were a bit drawn out but I stuck with it. Usually I can see the characters in my minds eye immediately, which means the author has captured my soul with their words and descriptions, lending me to fall face first into the world laid out before me. It didn't happen immediately and at first I felt very disconnected with the characters. They were faceless until everything was getting complex and I felt the anxiety Kate and Henry felt. About a quarter way through I couldn't put this down. Read this. I never expected the trials and pitfalls that had taken place and was surprised more than once by the constantly moving events. The authors knowledge and imagination were infectious. Like I said some parts became a tad long but it all led to the body of his work. Thank you for writing this. And I wish you success on future endeavors.
1691736
I like the story length, and it isn't your typical fantasy vampire storyline. The ending of course runs into three more books but its a good young adult read.
1882137
Different take on the supernatural story and I enjoyed the male perspective/narrator.  I will continue reading the next novel in the series, because I like the characters.  However, the story is not written in a thrilling way.  This is not a page-turner.
244255
I thought this would be a "ghost hunting" book, but no. It's more a detective story, with an odd collection of supernatural beings (vampires, fairies, a dragon etc.) as the characters. Having said that, it was a really good story, with a nice little twist at the end.
2614955
SEEKING THE HEAVENS is a different sort of sci-fi story. Set about a century after the sky is "broken" in some catastrophic event, the human race has reverted to sort of a steampunk kind of existence. Technology works, but not at the level we're used to, and many of the things we take for granted are no longer viable. Enter Jaiden, a teenage inventor who discovers that his long-absent father has been on a quest to repair the sky. Jaiden sets out with a group of odd characters to find his father and complete the quest. Hendricks takes a very different approach to this kind of story. While most writers in this sort of setting would immerse us in a bleak, hopeless remnant of humanity, Hendricks's story is very much focused on faith and love, and the restorative power of each. It's a refreshing change of pace, and it really makes the book worth your time.
1780751
This was a really different and interesting story.  If you're looking for a book with characters who are swept up in bigger (supernatural) events but seem like real people with real lives, you should check out this book.  Loved the main character, especially, and that she actually has friends (like a real person) who while not the main character also get caught up in the story.  Looking forward to reading the rest of the series.  Also the main character has anxiety, which is just a part of her life and really well written.
261864
I bought this book because it was free.  I started reading it thinking come on mixing supernatural beings, really??  But I kept reading on and was so glad I did.  I have read several types of paranormal/ supernatural books but this author brought intrigue,  romance and danger to another level. I will most definitely read the other 3 books associated with the original story.  I recommend reading this book to anyone who enjoys this type of read.
4784155
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my review, and I'm glad I did.
The story was more who-done-it than paranormal, which is wonderful. You aren't hit over the head with the aspects of it, it's all part of the story.
The story reminds me of one of my favorite shows "Heroes". Each paranormal ability differs with the individual, but they use it to the best that they can.
I enjoyed the story, and the twists as well.
A good read.
2937605
Initially I was completely drawn into the story but I began to have doubts if this was my kind of book, mainly because of the supernatural content, being a sceptic of demons and Angels.
I must admit though, after persevering a while I became completely absorbed in the book and could not wait to read the final chapters.
Sceptic or not, I look forward eagerly to the second volume of this Triolgy.
4109101
I enjoyed this book alot, simply because it is different in the sense that there are not the usual warlocks or demons or other sinister perils that plague the Charmed Ones. It's about voodoo, though, initially, they sort of think voodoo is all a piece of trickery, and did not give it much thought, only when mysterious things happen to them, such as, discordant drumbeats being played in the middle of the night, strange symbols appearing around them, Phoebe's sudden so-called illness, and a visit to the voodoo museum, do the Charmed ones realize that they have underestimated voodoo in general.

The only thing reasonably creepy about this book is whenever the Petro Loa ritual (black magic voodoo) takes place, as Wendy Staub does a good job portraying the evil grotesque scenes which is discriptive enough for one to envision the evil rituals in their head. Very realistically written, you could amonst feel the sisters' apprehension, need to help and determination. But since this is a fantasy story, I suppose it wouldn't be necessary to compare what you read in non-fiction books to creativity and imagination. There are a great number of excellent twists and turns which I never expected, making it all the more enjoyable to read. Fans of Charmed will no doubt enjoy Voodoo moon. Recommended!!
1924373
So happy that this book actually had supernatural events which couldn't be explained away. A horror story set in the heat and Sun, instead of the cold, dark, and foggy places. Not predictable.
4053284
Not what I was expecting, but in a really good way!
16527
I enjoyed this book so much. I don't consider myself a 'vampire' kind of person. I don't watch any of the popular vampire tv shows and I didn't read... that /other/ vampire series, you know the one. Supernatural fiction isn't usually what I grab first off the shelf and the vampire blood sucky stuff doesn't get my attention in those tingly ways like it does some.

But you know what all of that means? It means that when a book that isn't in the genre I usually read and doesn't highlight erotic interests I usually turn to still manages to completely suck me in - it's a good freaking book.

This is a good freaking book.

Amazing writing and characters you care about can pull you into any story, and this is a story that I was absolutely into. I literally read it start to finish, all in one go. Putting it down was not an option. The world (and my pants) need more stories like this.
3506027
This was a very well written, intriguing story! It is definitely very different than most of the paranormal stories I have read.
175401
I approached this book thinking it was a regular mystery. I don't usually enjoy stories about the supernatural. While this is, indeed, a mystery, there are aspects of the supernatural -- and I loved it! Reisenbichler writes with skill, and her characters are  rich and developed. The story was very suspenseful and I could barely put it down to go to work or sleep. I look forward to her next book.
3184427
This is not your typical fantasy novel, it doesn't follow standard tropes and has no clear line on who the good guys are. It is full of complex character development in a world filled with magic, and dragons and armies ravaging the land. It's not a light read, but is well worth picking up.
1811941
I knew going in I wasn't going to like this book.  I can tick off the reasons...too much supernatural, too much explicit sex, too much "love at first sight" romance.  Yup, no doubt in my mind, but I committed to reading the whole thing anyway.

Waddya know, like Mikey on the "Life" cereal commercials, I liked it.  Honestly, if it weren't for the stuff above, I would have easily given it a full five stars.

So, what could make me like it enough to recommend it?  Let's tick off the reasons:

Believable characters.  Yes, I still find the "instant" love a bit beyond my "suspension of disbelief", but once past that, the characters themselves are well-crafted and have great depth and fullness.  There are real emotions and reactions that convince you the characters could be real.

Surprisingly inventive mythos.  Again, not a big fan of supernatural, so I was pleasantly surprised by my interest in the well thought out structure and trappings of those elements.  Too many times, when a writer attempts to add supernatural it feels like it's been pasted in the book with Scotch tape.  Here, it's both organic and engaging.

Plots within plots but a book within a book.  So often, first books of continued series seem to end without an ending.  Most of the time, this is because there are too many plot threads for the author to smartly tie up in one book.  Thankfully, this book reads as a complete novel, allowing for several planted plot threads to tantalize without distracting.

Yeah, I liked the book for a lot of good reasons.  I can't give it more stars PERSONALLY because some of the stuff (especially the erotic content - I prefer a simmering to seared), takes me out of the tale a little too often.  But for lovers of the genre who are a bit less prudish, this book should be a thrilling read.