What a FANTASTIC, dark series of books
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OMFG!!!! What a FANTASTIC, dark series of books! I absolutely LOVED them all, and it was really cool how the last book, Lily tied them all together!
3123225
Each book is fantastic
Thoroughly enjoyable
Really sad when series came to an end
2276035
What a great way to get three books of the series all at once. A HINT OF HELL is a delightful story about Kieron and his life in hell...which is simply amazing when you read Claire's descriptive narration! It is obvious that Kieron is a bit of a misfit. Next you meet Dora in A HINT OF MAGIC, where another misfit is introduced. The preacher's child is not what you might expect, and she has some funny escapades exploring the darker side of life. It isn't until DEMONIC DORA when it all comes together as Dora uses witchcraft and summons a demon from hell! Life will never be the same for her. Again, Claire's vivid descriptions and strong characters are amazing and at time surprising as well as horrifying.
A terrific series of books that are anything but predictable or run-of-the-mill!
4441223
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this boxed set.  You cannot read just one book in this series.  It is very dark, one of the darkest I have read.  It is not for people who do not like violence and bloodshed for there is a lot of it in these books.  There is good storytelling in these books and reminds me of the mafia movies I love to watch, but better because books are always better.  My favorite of the set is the first called Colour My Ugly and I was really shocked at the end!  Monochrome My Madness is really out there and that is why I enjoyed it so much.  My Black Hole Heart was not how I expected to turn out which was another reason why I enjoyed it.  This set is not written like many books out there and is very unique.  I plan on reading more from Ashleigh Giannoccaro, I found her writing intriguing to read.
572432
When I started reading this series I thought it might be too dark for my taste but......I am totally hooked.  The characters are unique but believable and the story line always intrigues me.  A well woven tale.
707179
This book is a little out of our normal Genre but Its the last in a series I started reading years ago. I loved the series and this was a phenomenal ending.  Yet, it wasn't just an ending it was also a tie in.  We got to see how the characters of the prequel series "The Infernal Devices" Pieces fit into the puzzle of this series "The Mortal Instruments" Plus it was the catalyst for the spin off series "The Dark Artifacts" coming out in 2015. Absolutely brilliant writing.

  In this final chapter of Jace and Clary's  story Jace still has the "Heavenly Fire" burning literally through his veins. Simon is still trying to find his way with Izzy and Alex and Magnus are still stubbornly apart.  When Sebastian starts targeting the institutes to make his dark shadow hunters, the Clave's pride and ego gets in the way of the real solution.  It will be up to these amazing gifted kids to save them all from extinction but at the cost of some of their own.

  Oh my was this book engrossing.  I may have to read it again because it's so packed with information that you really have to pay attention. I found myself going back and re reading some of the parts from "Clockwork Princess" to make sure I was drawing the right conclusions.  Let me put it to you this way if you haven't read the prequel series before this book read it first it will make so much more sense.  I loved seeing the characters like Tessa and Brother Zachariah. It was so cool to see how all the connections were made.  Then the introduction of Emma Carstairs and Jullian Blackthorn, again tying in the families from the previous book as the Author sets the stage for the next series.  I was completely riveted.  There isn't a moment in the book where you go hmm I think I can put this down, or this is a good stopping point since it's like 3am.  If you have a teen or young adult reader in your house or your a fan of the paranormals start from the beginning and read this author you will not be disappointed she creates a world inside a world that is so dark and haunting but beautiful and strong all at the same time.  I have to say although I am sad to say goodbye to some of my favorite characters I am really excited to see where she takes the next set. Oh and if you are letting a pre-teen read these like I let my son this book is a little hm shall we say PG-13 but it's not over the top I suggest previewing it first.....
691737
I have never read such an intense, dark series as this one. I was hooked from the first chapter, and I can't wait to read the other books in the series.
4961866
If you like dark (and I am talking push your boundaries dark)  then look no further. This collection of stories will have you sitting there wondering if you swallowed the potion that said "drink me" and fell down the rabbit hole. I couldn't stop reading once I started the first book. I need this author's words as if they were air. I was enraptured and often times with my mouth agape.

A Wicked Ways
5 fantastic dark stars

This book. Holy darkness batman. Where others might have found this disturbing I found myself like kid in the candy store. I loved it. Imagine being under someone's mind control. At their mercy but still having the voices In your head trying to not obey. What a way to mess with the mind.
This book was such an unusual premise and that made it better. I've never read anything like this before but holy hell I want more.

 Wicked Weapon
5 dark enticing stars

Sweet holy titfire. This series has me sucked in. I knew I liked dark but didn't know that I did this much. Suspense and dominance. I can't even describe this book and do it justice. Just know it is that good. If you don't have a feint heart read this. So good.

Wicked Hunt
5 darkest of dark stars

This series was phenomenal. It's going to rank up there with Life of Ana. Dark. Twisty. Kinky. Sexy as hell.
I need to seriously think about more therapy sessions because I want more. I want all Cari Silverwood's words... All of them.
Thankful I found this series.
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I just can't get enough of these wonderfully created stories. The characters in this series are painfully real, there struggles and there insight are spot on. Did I mention that this series is creepy and intense (in a good way). Enjoy the books. Read on but keep the lights on.
477991
I want to start by saying overall this series was 5+ stars for me. It captivated me from the start. I counted down the days for each release and devoured all three books. The characters twisted their way into my heart and soul. I felt for them, cried for them, felt my heart break for them. It was a series with so many feels, I would not even know know where to begin. Dark, twisted and loved every minute of it.

Now the final book, this final book broke my heart to pieces. I feel like I went to hell and back with these characters. Yes, they did some very despicable things, but despicable things were done to them as well and they were just trying to cope and survive.

In Hush, we pick up right where we left off. Elizabeth is shocked beyond belief and hurt, probably more than she ever had been. Together Declan and Elizabeth set out to discover all the truths they need. They want some answers.

Slowly Elizabeth and Declan begin to move forward. Declan is still trying to come to terms with what Elizabeth made him do and the person he became because of it. Elizabeth is trying to figure out who she is and who she could be, while trying to hold on to the one person she has always loved.

Declan and Elizabeth face challenges, dangers and unexpected paths at every turn. But they also learn that together, they can face anything.

Its hard to talk about the book itself without giving spoilers. This is the type of story you need to experience on your own with all its twists and turns. But I can say this book, and the entire series,  is so worth the crazy ride it takes you on.

I will say that the ending was truly unexpected for me. I did not see it coming at all, and it shocked me. So much that I had to wait a while to do my review, but I thought long and hard about it and realized the author gave us the story she needed too and from her heart. I loved this story and all its dark twists and turns and though at times the main characters were truly despicable, I came to care about them very much. It takes quite an writer to accomplish that.

So though this story will break your heart, the ride is amazing and will captivate you, so it is a must read recommendation from me.

Happy reading!
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WOW. just wow. I had NO idea what this series was about. None. Not one clue. To say it was a shocker is in understatement. I'm not a fan of forced sexual acts or abductions so this was a little bit hard for me to read.  I found myself wanting to close the book and just be done and then needing to know more. It's like a drug and I needed a fix. With that being said, I did finish it and this series is AWESOME!!

I totally should have read the fine print to avoid the shocker. These books are dark and erotic, just like the author says. I didn't think this was my thing. I didn't think I'd ever read a book this dark this erotic and like it. I was wrong. I LOVED it!!
472993
Until recently I can't say I ever thought dark reads would intrigue me but wow...do they.  This story completely grabbed onto me and didn't allow for me to stop.  It's awesome when books do that and this story is so damn real, I can't imagine that it wouldn't do the same to you.

I do want to say that there are some things that may bother some people but, again... This is a dark but amazingly, well written read.

Great job!
585887
This is a very dark series, and some of the detail can get a bit tedious, but it is mostly appreciated as so many writers these days tend to breeze over so much of it. Much thought has been put into the main character, Seth, and his thought processes and actions as the story continues to unfold. Although I have impatiently moved from one book to the other, not bothering to leave ratings, I have enjoyed each book in the series and recommend to anyone looking for something more than a quick weekend read.  Unique and well done.
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This book and the series are fantastic. The author has a talent for story telling with such description and feeling that just sucks you right in. I have been consumed by this series for the past three days and at times, so emotional, I had to walk away for a bit. Yes, it is dark, twisted, hot as heck and deeply disturbing, but what a love story between two souls with more baggage than one could ever imagine.
4645694
This series of books is absolutely fantastic, and I'm sad that I have finished book 8, yet cannot wait for the next.
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Full of twists and turns, fast paced, no holds barred, kind of read. These are dark and suspenseful. This is not your momma's read. These books are filled with complex characters. Alpha women, Alpha men, they are dark and dangerous, filled guns guts and glory, but not before they have some brutal raw truths. these are not shiny pretty books they take you on a journey you might not want to know. Truths you might prefer not to know in that case step away. If you like roses, unicorns and rainbows and can't handle the dark, dismal world, of ugliness then don't read on. Don't get me wrong KS doesn't leave you crying in a corner, she ties it up and makes it all better, she heals our wounds with each book. But she doesn't hide the truths

From book one to book four you are on a ride. No book is left on a cliff hanger ending (go say thank you to KS) no book will leave you empty.

You will love each book for its own individual reason, each book has it's own dark dimension. All of these books deal with a dark subject, all of these books handle a truth that you may want to stay shielded from, but she fixes you at the en, puts the pieces back together and makes you whole again.
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I don't usually write a lengthy review for anything.
This series was one I couldn't put down. So much interesting fun and love in Scarlett, I wish she was a real person and I had the pleasure of being considered her friend. Yeah, I know. A fantasy. But that's what this whole series was, a fantastic fantasy with every emotion webbing itself into each situation that was uprooted. I want 3 more books and then 3 more, keeping these main characters alive. Knowing that more will emerge who have to die or leave the story, but keep writing more new adventurous obstacles for the vampires, wolves, witches and of course the 2 nulls. I want more. If you liked the twilight saga series, I think you'll enjoy reading these stories too. I can't get enough of them. One last note of praise, Shadow was a brilliant idea!!!