Saturday, 23 June 2018

Book Review: The Bourbon Kings (The Bourbon Kings #1) by J.R. Ward



The Bourbon Kings (The Bourbon Kings, #1)The Bourbon Kings by J.R. Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book.

I wasn't sure what to expect from this book; I love J.R Ward's Black Dagger Brotherhood series, and don't normally venture into the non paranormal romance section. As with the Brotherhood, there are a lot of characters in this book and a lot of things going on. I thought that it was a bit slow to start, but I think that was because the characters were being introduced and what their relationships were to each other. Once the story got going I couldn't put this down. This was very involved, and totally put you in amongst the staff and family of a rich southern family that takes dysfunctional to a whole new level.

I really liked the characters, they all have different personalities that are totally believable. I liked the history and development of the relationship between Lane and Lizzie. I can't wait to get my hands on the next book to see how this continues to develop. I also need to know what follows the cliff hanger at the end of this.

I really recommend this for fans of Ward's writing, as per usual she has knocked it out of park.

Great book.

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Friday, 15 June 2018

Book Review: Blood Fury (Black Dagger Legacy #3) by J.R. Ward

Blood Fury (Black Dagger Legacy, #3)Blood Fury by J.R. Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After much anticipation, and waiting impatiently for this to arrive at the library, I finally got my hands on Blood Fury, and my god did I love it.

In this book we got to discover Novo's past, and got to discover what lies behind to tough, cool exterior. I was surprised by what was revealed. I think we definitely got to see a very different side to her and it wasn't at all what I expected. I liked that we got to see her more vulnerable and emotional. I also think that Novo and Peyton together, are an interesting mix of personalities, and I hope we get to see more of them in the future. The writing of the relationship between Novo and her sister is priceless; talk about polar opposite.

The other part of this book that I loved was the story between Saxton and Ruhn. I liked that J.R Ward has used this as an opportunity to let us get to know Ruhn's character better after his introduction in previous books. I feel that this was the perfect place for it to happen as it would have felt more out of place in the main Brotherhood series. This also applies to Saxton. I'm glad that we got a chance to see more of his story after Blay. I also feel that we know his character a lot better than we did previously. You only really see him as the lawyer in the main series, and I think that this book does a good job of showing more of him. I don't think we ever got to fully appreciate how in love he was with Blay in the main series so it was nice to that side of him explored here as well as see what came next for him.

I really loved this book, and totally recommend it to fans of the series. Can't wait for the next one!

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Sunday, 10 June 2018

Book Review: Nice Girls Don't Date Dead Men (Jane Jameson #2) by Molly Harper



Nice Girls Don't Date Dead Men (Jane Jameson, #2)Nice Girls Don't Date Dead Men by Molly Harper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I thoroughly enjoyed this.

I love Molly Harper's style, the way she creates these totally relatable characters that get up to the most hilarious antics. Jane appeals to the library loving book worm in me as well as having a brilliant sense of humour that never fails to make me laugh out loud. I'm as intrigued by Gabriel's sneaking around as Jane is, so am looking forward to the next book to find out what is going on.

If we all thought that planning a regular wedding was hard work then planning a werewolf wedding is near impossible! Although highly entertaining. I hope we get to see more of Jolene's family as they could be source for much more entertainment.

I think these books are thoroughly charming and perfect if you are looking for a quick read that will make you laugh out loud.



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Book Review: Dearest Ivie (Black Dagger Brotherhood #15.5) by J.R. Ward



Dearest Ivie (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #15.5)Dearest Ivie by J.R. Ward
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This short story was a wonderful way to bridge the gap as I wait for Blood Fury to come into the library.

This is a beautifully written, whirlwind romance in the world of the Brotherhood, and it was a whirlwind for all the right reasons. Reasons that I can’t mention because of spoilers. Both Silas and Ivie were great likeable characters and I have a sneaky suspicion that they may pop up again in the main BDB series, though I may be wrong.

It was ice to get the cameo appearances from Doc Jane and Manny, this short has also been one of the first times that Havers has been involved as a character and I haven’t completely hated him.

This short story was sweet, funny and at times heartbreakingly sad, I completely recommend reading this, especially if you are still waiting to read the new BDB and Legacy releases.

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Saturday, 2 June 2018

Book Review: Cold Reign (Jane Yellowrock #11) by Faith Hunter



Cold Reign (Jane Yellowrock, #11)Cold Reign by Faith Hunter
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Well that was a whirlwind ride!

This book was a fantastic continuation of the Jane Yellowrock series and I loved every second of it. You are thrown right into the action with this one and after that it just doesn't let up.
I really like the development of the family aspect between Jane, Eli and Alex; it will be interesting to see how Clan Yellowrock progresses and expands in future books and what impacts that will have in the vampire politics. Speaking of which, so much happened in this book, a lot of heads rolled (literally) well and truly shaking up the power structure among the vampires of New Orleans. Ii think Jane and the team are going to have a lot of new challenges come their way.

faith Hunter has out done her self with this book and I absolutely can't wait to get my hands on the next one. This series is amazing. It's complex in way that you can't begin to imagine, and yet still remains interesting with well written characters, in a world that you can wholeheartedly believe in.

This is a must read for fans of the series.

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