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Michaela & Trisha #2
Shadows Fall
Separated by circumstances, Michaela and Trisha are both too stubborn to admit they miss each other. Even Trisha’s impulsive phone call for help degenerates into an argument. But why does Trisha need help? Swallowing her pride, Michaela decides she needs to fly back to the States to see what trouble Trisha has gotten herself into this time.
She’s glad she did. This time it’s not a stranger in trouble, it’s Trisha’s sister, and the trouble is a lot darker that any of them can imagine. This time, the night is filled with shadows, and some of them move on their own…
She’s glad she did. This time it’s not a stranger in trouble, it’s Trisha’s sister, and the trouble is a lot darker that any of them can imagine. This time, the night is filled with shadows, and some of them move on their own…
165 pages, Nook
First published February 28, 2011
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June 13, 2017
What can I say....
This series has been awesome. Granted it is only book 2. I love the storyline of Michaela and Trisha being to be back together. And Trishas sister add to it. I love how Kate makes me starting thinking what is going on from page one. I definitely recommend this book. Off to read book three.
This series has been awesome. Granted it is only book 2. I love the storyline of Michaela and Trisha being to be back together. And Trishas sister add to it. I love how Kate makes me starting thinking what is going on from page one. I definitely recommend this book. Off to read book three.
October 22, 2012
Not sure why when I added this book, I only gave it 3 stars; I'd given it 4 on amazon when I read it back in March. The only negative, as I just reread that review, was that the American characters' dialogue was anything but American. At the time, I called that a "gigantic flaw;" from seven month's distance, I realize it was really more of an annoyance, but it stood out because, otherwise, the book was so damned good. 4 1/2 stars is probably more accurate. Incidentally, I just noticed that I deleted this trilogy from my Kindle, and am kinda pissed cos I know I'll want to reread it at some point. Anyway, here's what I wrote in March:
Possible slight SPOILERS!!! (Some of the comments below could equally be applied to the first book in the series _Silent Light_.)
Plot: Lovers Michaela and Trisha have parted ways after the first novel, out of necessity, though they miss each other more than they want to admit. Trisha summons Michaela to the US to help solve a mystery involving her (Trisha's) sister, Caro. Seems some very malevolent shadow creatures are "haunting" Caro, and Trisha believes Michaela is the only one who can help her. Along the way of unraveling the mystery, and vanquishing the shamanistic spirits, our two lead characters finally admit their love for each other, and come up with a plan to allow them to remain together.
The story is quite well-written from a technical standpoint; grammar, syntax, etc. are much better than in the average offering in this indie Kindle medium, and at this price point, for which, many thanks. Okay, at one point, Trisha becomes "Tricia", then returns to being Trisha again in the same paragraph; that's pretty sloppy, and stands out because of the marked lack of other such errors, but it's not a major problem. The paranormal aspect of the story is deftly handled, and logically concluded. The pacing of the romance is just right. The love-making is realistic without being xxx-rated. The author skillfully creates an eerie, almost claustrophobic mood which becomes more and more oppressive as the story progresses. I absolutely loved the characters, just as I did in the first novel. Michaela and Trisha's characters complement each other nicely, and they act in ways that are consistent with their established dispositions.
So, what's the "gigantic flaw" I mention in the title of the review? I can't imagine a single reader from the US who would, for even a second, believe that Trisha and Caro are from the States. If the author is aiming only at an audience in NZ or OZ, then this is no big deal: if she has wider aspirations, then it becomes a major issue indeed. We don't ring people up, we call them, or on occasion, phone them. We don't go off and get ourselves sorted out, we straighten ourselves or things out. We don't usually "pinch" things, we swipe them. And, while we do on occasion, use the expletive "bloody," it's vastly overused here. Finally, assuming Caro is a nickname, it, too, has a very "Down Under" feel to it.
To repeat, this is a great story, very well-executed for the most part, with characters with whom I immediately fell in love. To give you an idea how much, when I read a book that's part of a series, I usually wait some time before I move on to the next in the series, sometimes even months; I downloaded _Shadows Fall_ as soon as I finished _Silent Light_. That should tell you something. Still, the fact that Trisha and Caro just don't really ring true was a major problem for me. Your mileage may vary. (End of previous review.)
Again, let me point out that my comments about Tricia and Caro's dialog were a considerable overreaction on my part, and you should take them with a grain of salt. Otherwise, my comments stand as written, and I highly recommend the whole trilogy, while wishing is might someday become a tetralogy. (Sigh...)
Possible slight SPOILERS!!! (Some of the comments below could equally be applied to the first book in the series _Silent Light_.)
Plot: Lovers Michaela and Trisha have parted ways after the first novel, out of necessity, though they miss each other more than they want to admit. Trisha summons Michaela to the US to help solve a mystery involving her (Trisha's) sister, Caro. Seems some very malevolent shadow creatures are "haunting" Caro, and Trisha believes Michaela is the only one who can help her. Along the way of unraveling the mystery, and vanquishing the shamanistic spirits, our two lead characters finally admit their love for each other, and come up with a plan to allow them to remain together.
The story is quite well-written from a technical standpoint; grammar, syntax, etc. are much better than in the average offering in this indie Kindle medium, and at this price point, for which, many thanks. Okay, at one point, Trisha becomes "Tricia", then returns to being Trisha again in the same paragraph; that's pretty sloppy, and stands out because of the marked lack of other such errors, but it's not a major problem. The paranormal aspect of the story is deftly handled, and logically concluded. The pacing of the romance is just right. The love-making is realistic without being xxx-rated. The author skillfully creates an eerie, almost claustrophobic mood which becomes more and more oppressive as the story progresses. I absolutely loved the characters, just as I did in the first novel. Michaela and Trisha's characters complement each other nicely, and they act in ways that are consistent with their established dispositions.
So, what's the "gigantic flaw" I mention in the title of the review? I can't imagine a single reader from the US who would, for even a second, believe that Trisha and Caro are from the States. If the author is aiming only at an audience in NZ or OZ, then this is no big deal: if she has wider aspirations, then it becomes a major issue indeed. We don't ring people up, we call them, or on occasion, phone them. We don't go off and get ourselves sorted out, we straighten ourselves or things out. We don't usually "pinch" things, we swipe them. And, while we do on occasion, use the expletive "bloody," it's vastly overused here. Finally, assuming Caro is a nickname, it, too, has a very "Down Under" feel to it.
To repeat, this is a great story, very well-executed for the most part, with characters with whom I immediately fell in love. To give you an idea how much, when I read a book that's part of a series, I usually wait some time before I move on to the next in the series, sometimes even months; I downloaded _Shadows Fall_ as soon as I finished _Silent Light_. That should tell you something. Still, the fact that Trisha and Caro just don't really ring true was a major problem for me. Your mileage may vary. (End of previous review.)
Again, let me point out that my comments about Tricia and Caro's dialog were a considerable overreaction on my part, and you should take them with a grain of salt. Otherwise, my comments stand as written, and I highly recommend the whole trilogy, while wishing is might someday become a tetralogy. (Sigh...)
July 1, 2012
Michaela and Trisha are separated by circumstances beyond their control. Michaela is back living in New Zealand and Trisha is living with her mother and sister in the USA. They miss each other badly, but neither of them will admit to it.
Out of the blue, Michaela receives a phone call from Trisha, Trisha says she needs Michaela to return to the USA. Unfortunately they have an argument and the phone call ends abruptly on a sour note. After some deliberation, Michaela decides to fly out to the USA to find out what is wrong with Trisha.
Michaela is shocked when she finds out that Trisha’s younger sister, Caro, is in dire need of help. Help that Michaela hasn’t got a clue how to provide. How can Michaela hope to help Caro, when she doesn’t understand whether the problem is man made or from supernatural beings? The house at night is full of human shaped shadows that seem to be targeting Caro. Will Michaela be able to find out who or what these things are? Are they attached to Caro or the house?
On a lighter note, Michaela and Trisha still care deeply for each other, is there a chance of a reconciliation? Will both women realize they are made for each other?
This book is a page turner from the very first page right through to the very last page. It’s the sort of book that I had to keep slowing down to savor. The story is romantic, mysterious, intriguing and terrifying in parts. The tension and horror is almost breath taking and heart stopping. Not a book to be read in the dead of night when alone. It’s really that good! On the other hand there are parts of this book that are steaming hot, giving a whole new meaning to spine tingling and the feeling of being hot and cold.
Michaela and Trisha are as loveable in this book as they were in Silent Light. In this book, Trisha’s adorable kid sister, Caro, takes a large part. All three characters interact really well together. There are other characters added in to progress the story along at a nice steady pace.
There are a few typos, but nothing to spoil the story and the price reflects on this, so I can easily look past them.
In my opinion Kate Genet has created a wonderful series, a delicious mix of mystery, horror and lesbian romance, always a great combination for me. Kate’s storytelling is fantastic, she knows how to keep the reader enthralled and wanting much more.
I have already purchased the next in the series, Sweet Charlotte. I’m well and truly hooked.
Out of the blue, Michaela receives a phone call from Trisha, Trisha says she needs Michaela to return to the USA. Unfortunately they have an argument and the phone call ends abruptly on a sour note. After some deliberation, Michaela decides to fly out to the USA to find out what is wrong with Trisha.
Michaela is shocked when she finds out that Trisha’s younger sister, Caro, is in dire need of help. Help that Michaela hasn’t got a clue how to provide. How can Michaela hope to help Caro, when she doesn’t understand whether the problem is man made or from supernatural beings? The house at night is full of human shaped shadows that seem to be targeting Caro. Will Michaela be able to find out who or what these things are? Are they attached to Caro or the house?
On a lighter note, Michaela and Trisha still care deeply for each other, is there a chance of a reconciliation? Will both women realize they are made for each other?
This book is a page turner from the very first page right through to the very last page. It’s the sort of book that I had to keep slowing down to savor. The story is romantic, mysterious, intriguing and terrifying in parts. The tension and horror is almost breath taking and heart stopping. Not a book to be read in the dead of night when alone. It’s really that good! On the other hand there are parts of this book that are steaming hot, giving a whole new meaning to spine tingling and the feeling of being hot and cold.
Michaela and Trisha are as loveable in this book as they were in Silent Light. In this book, Trisha’s adorable kid sister, Caro, takes a large part. All three characters interact really well together. There are other characters added in to progress the story along at a nice steady pace.
There are a few typos, but nothing to spoil the story and the price reflects on this, so I can easily look past them.
In my opinion Kate Genet has created a wonderful series, a delicious mix of mystery, horror and lesbian romance, always a great combination for me. Kate’s storytelling is fantastic, she knows how to keep the reader enthralled and wanting much more.
I have already purchased the next in the series, Sweet Charlotte. I’m well and truly hooked.
July 18, 2012
This was another great book from this author, who i've now decided to read all of.
It gets 5 stars, for great character development, intriguing story and fun writing style that makes you helpless but to read the entire thing in one sitting. It could have used a bit more editorial clean-up, but nothing bad enough to take away from the story.
Like the first book in the series, Silent Light, I enjoyed the fact that the characters didn't spend the whole book fighting against sexual tension and drawing out painfully, inevitably getting together. They are now a couple and you get to enjoy their fun relationship and pay due attention to the actual plot of the story. This proves that the author is a talented story teller, that she has an actual plot other than our heroines' hook-up.
But i must warn you, unless you are the kind of person that gets a kick out of being scared to death, don't read this at night, alone, while the wind is howling outside. i found myself turning on lights and praying before the end of it. SPOOKY!!
And i have to agree with the other reviewer that points out how UN-american trisha is. She doesn't at all sound 'american' let alone poor american. she tells her sister to be back in time for tea. that's british for dinner or something isn't it? certainly not white trash style. And the use of 'bloody' isn't american either. or 'cheers'. or how she chastises Caro for swearing when she uses the word 'bloody' which again, isn't used in the states let alone considered a curse word. i'm not good at destinguishing between australia, new zealand, and UK accents and language styles, (although i love them all) Trisha is definitely one of those. I recommend doing what i did from book 1 and on, pretend Trisha is british, which perhaps is foreign enough to Michaela's New Zealand, and just enjoy the story.
It gets 5 stars, for great character development, intriguing story and fun writing style that makes you helpless but to read the entire thing in one sitting. It could have used a bit more editorial clean-up, but nothing bad enough to take away from the story.
Like the first book in the series, Silent Light, I enjoyed the fact that the characters didn't spend the whole book fighting against sexual tension and drawing out painfully, inevitably getting together. They are now a couple and you get to enjoy their fun relationship and pay due attention to the actual plot of the story. This proves that the author is a talented story teller, that she has an actual plot other than our heroines' hook-up.
But i must warn you, unless you are the kind of person that gets a kick out of being scared to death, don't read this at night, alone, while the wind is howling outside. i found myself turning on lights and praying before the end of it. SPOOKY!!
And i have to agree with the other reviewer that points out how UN-american trisha is. She doesn't at all sound 'american' let alone poor american. she tells her sister to be back in time for tea. that's british for dinner or something isn't it? certainly not white trash style. And the use of 'bloody' isn't american either. or 'cheers'. or how she chastises Caro for swearing when she uses the word 'bloody' which again, isn't used in the states let alone considered a curse word. i'm not good at destinguishing between australia, new zealand, and UK accents and language styles, (although i love them all) Trisha is definitely one of those. I recommend doing what i did from book 1 and on, pretend Trisha is british, which perhaps is foreign enough to Michaela's New Zealand, and just enjoy the story.
May 15, 2016
A page turner with well-developed story and characters. Three and a half stars, rounded down because of editing issues.
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