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Odonata: City of Night
Vampires may think they are the ultimate predators. . .but they're wrong.
Forty years ago, Katrina Templair forfeited her human life and became an Odonata, a creature that preys on vampires. Her world is black and white. Odonata are good. Vampires are bad. Humans. . .who cares about humans?
But everything changes when she rescues a human. Abbey Marquez believes Katrina can enjoy more than the bloodlust that comes from killing vampires. The opportunity to prove Abbey's theory arises in the form of a vampire gang who takes the term "tourist trap" a little too literally.
Katrina will not allow humans to be bartered as food, but defeating the gang means facing her own inner demons and four decades worth of nightmares.
77,284 Words
Forty years ago, Katrina Templair forfeited her human life and became an Odonata, a creature that preys on vampires. Her world is black and white. Odonata are good. Vampires are bad. Humans. . .who cares about humans?
But everything changes when she rescues a human. Abbey Marquez believes Katrina can enjoy more than the bloodlust that comes from killing vampires. The opportunity to prove Abbey's theory arises in the form of a vampire gang who takes the term "tourist trap" a little too literally.
Katrina will not allow humans to be bartered as food, but defeating the gang means facing her own inner demons and four decades worth of nightmares.
77,284 Words
266 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2011
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December 6, 2021
So ...
This actually seems like it'll be a fun read but there's too much background noise and static and I just cannot stand it.
If you're interested in this one, I recommend print or digital—NOT the audio. I'm not sure why this was approved in this condition. :( It seems like this narrator or producer preyed on this author.
This actually seems like it'll be a fun read but there's too much background noise and static and I just cannot stand it.
If you're interested in this one, I recommend print or digital—NOT the audio. I'm not sure why this was approved in this condition. :( It seems like this narrator or producer preyed on this author.
April 15, 2011
For the first couple of pages, I wasn't sure that I'd enjoy this book, but I was happy to be quickly proven wrong.
One of the things I enjoyed most about this piece was the element of originality presented by the idea of the Odonata. It grabbed my attention and helped save the piece from becoming 'just another vampire story'. With so much vampire fiction out there now, it is refreshing to find something that stands out and feels new.
The character of Katrina grew on me steadily as the story progressed and I found her relationship with Grey believable and not over the top as some vampire romances can be. I loved Abbey as a secondary character, but would have liked to have learned more about her emerging talents; although a note from the author at the end of the novel indicates that this may happen in a future release in the series, which is good news.
The plot moved along nicely and there was plenty of action to support the more reflective passages and the flashbacks. The writing style was clear and easy to read, helping the flow of the story.
A very enjoyable read and I for one will certainly be keen to check out any future releases in the series. I would recommend this for vampire fiction fans.
One of the things I enjoyed most about this piece was the element of originality presented by the idea of the Odonata. It grabbed my attention and helped save the piece from becoming 'just another vampire story'. With so much vampire fiction out there now, it is refreshing to find something that stands out and feels new.
The character of Katrina grew on me steadily as the story progressed and I found her relationship with Grey believable and not over the top as some vampire romances can be. I loved Abbey as a secondary character, but would have liked to have learned more about her emerging talents; although a note from the author at the end of the novel indicates that this may happen in a future release in the series, which is good news.
The plot moved along nicely and there was plenty of action to support the more reflective passages and the flashbacks. The writing style was clear and easy to read, helping the flow of the story.
A very enjoyable read and I for one will certainly be keen to check out any future releases in the series. I would recommend this for vampire fiction fans.
March 8, 2015
This is the story of a flippant woman who happens to be a vampire-eating super creature. She meets some characters who bring out changes in her while she is also hunting a pack of vampires. She also has a few lustful adventures.
What I loved: the main character's funny attitude and comments, and the complexity of her character; a sexy male vampire; nice action scenes; and plenty of cool ideas. I liked the contradiction of her energy coming from something that would kill a vampire.
What I didn't love:
I had just a bit of confusion such as:
I would be interested in reading another of the series.
What I loved: the main character's funny attitude and comments, and the complexity of her character; a sexy male vampire; nice action scenes; and plenty of cool ideas. I liked the contradiction of her energy coming from something that would kill a vampire.
What I didn't love:
I had just a bit of confusion such as:
I would be interested in reading another of the series.
May 30, 2011
This book is a highly original take on urban fantasy and vampire fiction. The idea of a creature that's one step above vamps on the food chain was terrific and so wonderfully different from the usual vampire hunter stories. Katrina's story is very much a classic Hero's Journey too, as she starts out rather cold and unlikable but over the course of the novel becomes a fully-rounded fascinating character who has grown and changed. The side characters are just as interesting and I was glad to read at the end that this is the first of a series - I'll definitely be keeping an eye out for more.
September 16, 2022
Vamps of LA
This is not your typical vampire saga. It is a unique spin on the genre. I’ve had this in my to read library quite awhile, I’m trying to catch up! Katrina is a special mystical being with very special talent. I’m on to book #2 in the series.
This is not your typical vampire saga. It is a unique spin on the genre. I’ve had this in my to read library quite awhile, I’m trying to catch up! Katrina is a special mystical being with very special talent. I’m on to book #2 in the series.
November 5, 2012
I found this to be an entertaining read. I couldn't put the book down until I finished it. I am hoping for more from Jessica Zellman and her characters.
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