Awesome continuance to the series...all bundled for easy consumption
588762
So, I was going to buy the first 2 books in the Silo series separately earlier this month...but then I found out that when the third book was released, a similar omnibus to the original Wool series would appear with it, offering the customer a chance to buy all three books at a cheaper price. So glad that I found this; I have been waiting for this collection.

I have a trip from DC to LA this week. I think this will fill that time perfectly. +1 for Hugh Howey.
410466
The husband and wife team who are Iona Andrews deliver another home run with their third Kate Daniel's saga - magical urban fantasy with a touch of romance. This series has become one of my favorites and I really enjoyed how Magic Strikes keeps the series story arc unfolding as we finally discover secrets about Kate's past and about the wierd and powerful Samhain. I love Kate, she's powerful (and now we know why) and she has a great 'first person' voice - there's nothing that breaks a UF like having a lead who isn't likable. Magic Strikes also had some really great action sequences for Kate and crew as they face down a truly challenging enemy and are drawn into the world of gladiator style death games.

The Andrews also continue to develop relationships between lead Kate and a rich supporting cast  - with some verbal sparring and nice steamy tension building between Kate and beast lord Curran and some real connections for Kate who has only rarely allowed herself attachments. There are also some poignant moments as Kate fears she will lose one of those she has come to care about. And I love way Kate handles her sometime partner Jim, when he tries to freeze her out and hide the circumstances behind Derrick's attack - go Kate!

My only nit about this series is not really a complaint about the books at all, it's just that the Andrews can't possibly write these fast enough to keep me sated.  So I just have to content myself with their other offerings waiting on the horizon - a short in the&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Must-Love-Hellhounds/dp/0425229599/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Must Love Hellhounds</a>anthology and the first book in their new 'Edge' series,&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/On-the-Edge-The-Edge-Book-1/dp/0441017800/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">On the Edge (The Edge, Book 1)</a>, both are coming in September - and will have to tide me over until our next 'Magic(al)' journey to Kate Daniel's alternate Atlanta.
4392459
Lived up to the rest of the series and sets up a cool scenario for the next book.  Power has been consolidated
2465643
I like this series and had this on my coming soon list as soon as I spotted it.  Nowhere did I seen it listed as an instalment, rather than a complete stand alone.  I have no problem with serials, as long as I KNOW that's what they are.  I prefer to collect the ENTIRE story and read it together, instead of waiting, who knows how long, for the next release; especially ones like this that end in the middle of a scene.  The only minor saving grace is the tease from the next book, somewhat, finishes that scene, but still leaves the book in the middle of heart break rather than HEA.  Unfortunately, as a reader I'm left with a feeling of being cheated.  All your fans would have understood and appreciated your honesty if you had listed this as Sea Captain's Daughter, part 1.
I originally skipped the title page, jumping straight to chapter 1, going back I now see this is a TRILOGY, which is great, 2 more books.  PLEASE update the listing to SHOW THAT.  I think you'll find a lot more positive reviews!!

All that being said, the story was good.  Fresh look into the world of the Dragon Knights, thoroughly enjoyable.
2335716
I got this as a deal-of-the-day thing but it would be well worth paying for. Each "episode" is somewhere between short story and novella length and is packed full of inventiveness. I really liked Jack, a forty-ish guy who is a human interfacing with the paranormal world for a fee. He offers everything from protection to solving missing persons cases to extracting magic practitioners from whackadoodle magic cults. He's heavily connected and is constantly trading favors for information, plane rides, magical healing and more. The cases are ultimately mysteries of some kind but they come wrapped in action-packed, magic-saturated fun. Jack's dragon shifter assistant Marin is a constant puzzle. He relies heavily on her and frequently wonders--since she doesn't need the money--why in the world she works for him. We learn a bit about this in episode three. I liked episodes 1 and 2 slightly better than 3 but they all were quite enjoyable. My only complaint is that it feels sometimes that I'm coming into a series in midstream, people and organizations are introduced as if we know them and understand the implications therein. Other than that, the series is really fun and creative with a great duo in Jack and Marin.
3036162
I reviewed and rate each novel in depth separately  as I finished them but I wanted to say a couple words here in regards to the series as a whole and this 'omnibus' edition.  (you can check out my reviews for each of the books if you'd like although I doubt you will..but hey, I like to type)

Anybody who's a fan of Kim Harrison's Hollows series or K. Bennett's Malorie Caine series or any type of urban fantasy series with sharp characters and witty dialogue should really check this out.  Especially in this format.  Four REALLY fun books in one wallet friendly package?  It warrants a buy for sure.

Samantha Moon is a great character.  Not your average vampire.  She's a private detective at night and a mother and wife during the day, no easy task for a creature of the night that can't stand the touch of direct sunlight.

What I think I enjoy most about the series is how JR Rain makes it easy to relate to something as other and alien as a vampire.  Samantha Moon balances the supernatural with every day problems.  What to make for dinner, picking the kids up from school, maintaining a marriage.  She even takes boxing lessons.

The supporting cast is great and well fleshed out over the course of the series and each novel changes up the status quo for the undead protagonist.  Very creative, very fun.
4556630
I've enjoyed the series since he first book and this is no different.

First, I am not a literary expert- I look for a few things with any book I recommend- 1. Does the storyline flow. 2.  Does the storyline make sense.  3. Does it hold my attention

These are my simple needs when reading. This does all three. Can't wait for the next installment
1120449
Save a few bucks and just go ahead and buy the entire series.  You get a discount if you buy them at the bundled price rather than one at a time.
Trust me, you'll just be kicking yourself later if you don't!  Great reads.
3290296
Another installment to the series and as enjoyable as the first with familiar characters and stories that continue to engage.
2321163
I love following this series! For those who want an ongoing story with great excitement and out of the ordinary adventures, this series is for you!
4157001
I have absolutely devoured this series. I flew through the first 5 books in under a month, and would have gladly spent even more time on it if I'd been able. The characters are well developed enough to allow you to get attached to them and the story line is palatable through and through. Hicks really nails the internal dialogue of each character, and that truly brings them to life. I'd say it's a relatively easy read (for me at least) but in no way boring. I'm not usually into the Sci-fi alien invasion theme, so I was wary of taking on this series - but decided to due to good reviews - and I haven't regretted my decision one bit. I will be recommending this series to my fellow book worms quite highly.
177632
Another 5 star hit in the Ice Planet Barbarian series.  There were some minor inconsistencies in the story again (most notably, Harlow was the only tube girl not to resonate in Barbarian Alien, but now there's also Claire).  But really, who cares?  You can fret about the minor details, or you can just sit back and enjoy the story as it is.  And what an enjoyable story it is, though I can't quite put my finger on why I love this series so much, but I do.  I read each book again and again, and eagerly await new releases.

Since she asked, I would love to see updates on Georgie and Vektal, Liz and Raahosh (and Kira and Aehako too).  They're mentioned in other stories, but it's never the same seeing them through someone else's eyes (this was most noticeable seeing Georgie through Liz's eyes).  Of course, I'm also interested in finding out how the others fare and what new resonance mates pair up.  Keep 'em coming Ruby Dixon.  I see many more books coming before you need to worry about jumping the shark.
2622036
Another crowning achievement for Nick! This story picks up where Book 5 left off (I love that idea in a series). The continuity is great. The descriptions of equipment and the use of them is spot on. The serial type endings and beginnings (think Perils of Pauline, Buck Rogers film series in theatres) is smooth and easy to pick up on. There's enough review of the last book(s) that allows a new reader of the book to catch up on the plots.

As new plot lines develop, this reader got deeper into the personalities of the main characters, and the depths of these personalities and the associated feelings were brought out exceptionally well by the author.
1553529
I was under the impression that this latest addition to this excellent series would be released tomorrow, but now I find that it was released three days ago, on Friday I guess, but I have already waded into this latest in the series and, as always, I am hooked.....great series, great story, great read! Oh, and it's pretty thought- provoking too. I will be ready next time.....I could have started this three days ago and had it done by now!! Truly awesome.
3343962
I was pretty much bribed into reading the first in this series, and here at the end, I can say I'm glad I was.  This final book was so fulfilling in all the ways already described in these reviews that I can add no more - except to say I think I shall miss this characters.

The "tag-team" style of writing worked well for this lengthy series, plus it was fun to learn how each writer would spin the next novel.  I also enjoyed the straightforward way I was able to read this series, one book after another, without having to cross back and forth into other Trek incarnations and/or periods of time.  Altogether entertaining.

To anyone interested in reading this series, I would suggest that NOW is the time, since you won't have to wait between novels.  Print versions of some volumes may be hard to get, but I suspect they're all available electronically.
2679705
I have recently fallen in love with this series and I'm thrilled that I can now get them at a reasonable price and in space saving packaging. I can't wait to see them all!!!
4353019
Was every bit as good as the previous two, and perhaps even a bit better.  Some new girls, new hijinks, and interesting spins on the conquests this time, covering one large arc rather then a series of conquests.  But ultimately, it is supremely satisfying.  A lot more Character development, rather then the barrage of new characters, and we even get to see Keima face the consequences of when the girls remember his conquest of them.

But, this series takes place after the 4 part OVA that is not released until 5 May 2015 and plays of the material inside it..  But the plot points are related well enough that you need not have seen the OVA's to follow and enjoy the story.