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The Hunter #2
The Demon Hunter
On Sale for a Limited Time Only!Ellie has always been different, from playing with fairies as a child to fighting demons as an adult. She grew up wondering why no one else seemed to notice the oddities of the world that she came into contact with on a daily basis. When she is the only witness of a demon attack and the police suspect her, Ellie skips the country heading to England where she plans to keep a low profile. Everything is going fine, until Devon appears, stumbling around her garden like a drunken fool, and completely naked no less.Six months ago Devon sacrificed himself to bind the soul of a demon and save the world from certain destruction. Thanks to a spell gone awry, Devon is back. But Devon hasn’t come alone. The very demon he tried to destroy has returned and is wreaking havoc on earth. When Devon meets Ellie, he instantly recognizes another supernatural being. Ellie may just be the only person who is strong enough to destroy the demon, if the demon doesn’t destroy her first.Previous books in the Hunter Series The Ghost Hunter (Book 1)The Demon Hunter (Book 2)Intended for ages 18 and over.
288 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 2, 2012
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About the author
Lori Brighton
26 books722 followersAs a child, thoughts of far-off places and adventure consistently kept Lori up late at night. After graduating high school, she came to the conclusion that there was no better way to seek adventure and nourish her love of history than to become an archaeologist. She went on to receive a degree in anthropology, but digging in the dirt during humid Midwestern summers wasn’t exactly as fun as she thought it would be.
Instead, she went to work in an air conditioned museum where she spent her days surrounded by creepy Victorian animal mounts. Still, she wasn’t satisfied.
Deciding the people in her imagination were slightly more exciting than the dead things in a museum basement, she set out to write her first romance novel. That book was soundly rejected. As was the next. Years went by and she began to wonder if she’d ever see her dream fulfilled. Until one day she came up with an idea for a book that brought together her love of history and adventure: a book now titled Wild Heart. Since Wild Heart's release, Lori has written Historical Romance, Contemporary Paranormal Romance and Young Adult.
Lori currently resides in the Southern U.S., where she juggles her time between a husband, a son, a golden retriever, a cat and the many, many people in her imagination.
Instead, she went to work in an air conditioned museum where she spent her days surrounded by creepy Victorian animal mounts. Still, she wasn’t satisfied.
Deciding the people in her imagination were slightly more exciting than the dead things in a museum basement, she set out to write her first romance novel. That book was soundly rejected. As was the next. Years went by and she began to wonder if she’d ever see her dream fulfilled. Until one day she came up with an idea for a book that brought together her love of history and adventure: a book now titled Wild Heart. Since Wild Heart's release, Lori has written Historical Romance, Contemporary Paranormal Romance and Young Adult.
Lori currently resides in the Southern U.S., where she juggles her time between a husband, a son, a golden retriever, a cat and the many, many people in her imagination.
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May 3, 2015
In one sense I liked Demon Hunter better than The Ghost Hunter. I think the writing was better. Not that it was bad in the first one, but I liked it more here. I also liked the juxtaposition of Devon's Victorian upbringing with his strong warrior nature. But it was his broken, puppy dog moments that made me love him. Ellie's amazing backbone was a joy. I much prefer a strong heroine to a wimpy one. Plus, the occasion in which she took on more traditionally male romance characteristics (like thinking of Devon as hers) made me smile. I like it when authors play with genre tropes.
What I didn't like was the constant and often misplaced descriptions of Devon's amorousness. Well-nigh half the book was dedicated to explaining how enamoured he was with Ellie. We get it already. It detracted from the rest of the plot and often slowed the action down. I had hoped that if there is to be a third book it would be based on Kipps....I really liked him.
Anyhow, I don't feel like my time was waisted, but I'm little relieved that there isn't another one yet. I liked them enough to read it if there was, but am also not disappointed to be moving on.
What I didn't like was the constant and often misplaced descriptions of Devon's amorousness. Well-nigh half the book was dedicated to explaining how enamoured he was with Ellie. We get it already. It detracted from the rest of the plot and often slowed the action down. I had hoped that if there is to be a third book it would be based on Kipps....I really liked him.
Anyhow, I don't feel like my time was waisted, but I'm little relieved that there isn't another one yet. I liked them enough to read it if there was, but am also not disappointed to be moving on.
May 9, 2012
The Demon Hunter picks up a few months after the shocking ending of The Ghost Hunter. There was quite a bit of time between novels so those of you that have read The Ghost Hunter may want to go back and refresh yourself with specifics and I wouldn’t recommend reading this one without first reading that one. I found that I had trouble remembering things from the first book and had to stop a few times to figure out what was going on.
The book opens with Ashley and Cristian trying to reverse a spell that trapped their friend Devon’s soul in with a demon after he sacrificed himself to save the world. Trying to send each to the afterlife they unwittingly release Devon’s soul and that of the demon they had fought so hard to entomb , back to earth. Devon is ripped back to this world with a hazy memory and no strength. He stumbles onto his families land, now owned by a crotchety old man who treats the estates employees like the dirt he sees them as. Ellie works on the grounds as a historical tour guide and fearing losing her job tries to calm Devon down before the owner sees him. Since Ellie gets blamed for all the strange occurrences that have started happening since she was hired, she knows this will be the last straw.
Ellie really doesn’t understand why things happen around her, they just always have. When Devon convinces her to take him to find Ashley and Cristian she learns things about herself and her nature she thought she never would. Thrown into the middle of a demon/hunter war she acclimates quite well. Not one given to hysterics Ellie finds a strength in herself she didn’t know existed and along with that strength a capacity to love that is unfathomable.
I loved Ellies transformation from beginning to end. She is a very strong character, used to being on her own and yet she has this tenderness about her. This yearning to belong. She found a place to call home within her new powers. She may still have been an outsider but she was no longer alone and so I could understand her ability to accept things so readily. Devon, though arrogant, felt the same way. He was torn though between wanting to go home to heaven and staying with the angel he found within Ellie. Did I mention he’s a yummy angel warrior? *Le sigh* There is something sacrilegious about finding an angel hot, probably why I enjoy it so much heh. Devon was stuck in the past since that was when he was raised. It was fun to watch him try to adapt while still maintaining his upbringing. Chivalrous and protective, two traits I love in a hero. Together these two made an unstoppable couple. Capable of even saving the human race, one more time.
Lori Brighton is probably one of my favorite authors ever. Her writing is descriptive enough for a complete picture without it seeming daunting or boring. She sprinkles each novel with enough action to keep your pulse pounding and heat to make you fan yourself. I’ve enjoyed each and every book I’ve had the pleasure of reading!
I give The Demon Hunter by Lori Brighton 4 stars!
The book opens with Ashley and Cristian trying to reverse a spell that trapped their friend Devon’s soul in with a demon after he sacrificed himself to save the world. Trying to send each to the afterlife they unwittingly release Devon’s soul and that of the demon they had fought so hard to entomb , back to earth. Devon is ripped back to this world with a hazy memory and no strength. He stumbles onto his families land, now owned by a crotchety old man who treats the estates employees like the dirt he sees them as. Ellie works on the grounds as a historical tour guide and fearing losing her job tries to calm Devon down before the owner sees him. Since Ellie gets blamed for all the strange occurrences that have started happening since she was hired, she knows this will be the last straw.
Ellie really doesn’t understand why things happen around her, they just always have. When Devon convinces her to take him to find Ashley and Cristian she learns things about herself and her nature she thought she never would. Thrown into the middle of a demon/hunter war she acclimates quite well. Not one given to hysterics Ellie finds a strength in herself she didn’t know existed and along with that strength a capacity to love that is unfathomable.
I loved Ellies transformation from beginning to end. She is a very strong character, used to being on her own and yet she has this tenderness about her. This yearning to belong. She found a place to call home within her new powers. She may still have been an outsider but she was no longer alone and so I could understand her ability to accept things so readily. Devon, though arrogant, felt the same way. He was torn though between wanting to go home to heaven and staying with the angel he found within Ellie. Did I mention he’s a yummy angel warrior? *Le sigh* There is something sacrilegious about finding an angel hot, probably why I enjoy it so much heh. Devon was stuck in the past since that was when he was raised. It was fun to watch him try to adapt while still maintaining his upbringing. Chivalrous and protective, two traits I love in a hero. Together these two made an unstoppable couple. Capable of even saving the human race, one more time.
Lori Brighton is probably one of my favorite authors ever. Her writing is descriptive enough for a complete picture without it seeming daunting or boring. She sprinkles each novel with enough action to keep your pulse pounding and heat to make you fan yourself. I’ve enjoyed each and every book I’ve had the pleasure of reading!
I give The Demon Hunter by Lori Brighton 4 stars!
February 23, 2012
Fantastic! I really enjoyed this book. I was worried at first because this is the second book in the series and I have not read the first one. I am a real stickler about reading things in order, so it was very hard to go against the grain but I am so glad I did. The author wastes no time jumping right into the action.
Devon has been brought back from the dead by Ashley and Christian after sacrificing himself to bind his soul to a demon and trap him. Obviously the sacrifice happens at the end of first book where Ashley and Christian are main characters , so at first I was worried I was going to have trouble following the story. But Devon comes back missing his memory and has no idea why he is here on earth again. Since you are learning things as Devon is, it was actually quite easy to follow. Ellie is working as a tour guide at a mansion giving haunted tours when Devon appears naked and disoriented and the adventure begins. He kidnaps her and her life is never the same. Soon she learns Devon is not human, a whole world of supernatural beings exist and she may hold the key to saving them all from a powerful demon, if only she knew exactly what she was herself and how to control it.
There was a lot of action in this book and I loved learning more as Devon regained his memory and Ellie tried to find out exactly what she was. It was an interesting way for a story to unfold. It was not your typical "I must hide the truth, because he/she won't understand or because I know best" plot. Both characters were on a journey to find themselves and I really enjoyed the ride. Of course, that does not mean Devon was not your typical Alpha male. He definitely had his neanderthal moments but that is why I loved him so. As a warrior Angel, you can expect no less. Ellie was great. She stood her ground, got in Devon's face when needed despite being half his size, was compassionate and even had a jealous streak. She was a true woman.
I really hope there will be more in this series and now I need to go track down the first book, The Ghost Hunter.
Devon has been brought back from the dead by Ashley and Christian after sacrificing himself to bind his soul to a demon and trap him. Obviously the sacrifice happens at the end of first book where Ashley and Christian are main characters , so at first I was worried I was going to have trouble following the story. But Devon comes back missing his memory and has no idea why he is here on earth again. Since you are learning things as Devon is, it was actually quite easy to follow. Ellie is working as a tour guide at a mansion giving haunted tours when Devon appears naked and disoriented and the adventure begins. He kidnaps her and her life is never the same. Soon she learns Devon is not human, a whole world of supernatural beings exist and she may hold the key to saving them all from a powerful demon, if only she knew exactly what she was herself and how to control it.
There was a lot of action in this book and I loved learning more as Devon regained his memory and Ellie tried to find out exactly what she was. It was an interesting way for a story to unfold. It was not your typical "I must hide the truth, because he/she won't understand or because I know best" plot. Both characters were on a journey to find themselves and I really enjoyed the ride. Of course, that does not mean Devon was not your typical Alpha male. He definitely had his neanderthal moments but that is why I loved him so. As a warrior Angel, you can expect no less. Ellie was great. She stood her ground, got in Devon's face when needed despite being half his size, was compassionate and even had a jealous streak. She was a true woman.
I really hope there will be more in this series and now I need to go track down the first book, The Ghost Hunter.
April 9, 2012
A good follow up to Ms. Brighton's The Ghost Hunter.
Once again we are taking back into Ms/ Brighton's Paranormal England to pick up where she left off in The Ghost Hunter.
Devon, is a Victorian raised man brought back to life in the 21st century. Former warrior of god, he sacrificed himself to allow the h/h in the previous book to have their HEA. We finally get to learn what makes Devon tick, more about his family and also his ill-fated first wife. His backstory is important, because it explains how his feelings lead to his protection of Ellie.
Ellie is an American, who like in The Ghost Hunter, has come to England (but unlike the Ghost Hunter she's avoiding the police). Ellie is a fun character who fights her attraction and eventually her feelings for Devon. Of course, the information she learns about her self at the same time, doesn't help her confidence in their budding romance.
This book moves beyond the plot to destroy the demon and really focuses on Ellie and Devon finding their inner strength. Devon to not just accept a modern woman, but a meddling do it herself modern woman. And Ellie finding the strength to control her powers and save the day.
There are a few twists in the book including another romance, a death of a character, and betrayal, which keep the plot from slowing down. I was also happy with the final twist at the very end and look forward to more books along this series.
Once again we are taking back into Ms/ Brighton's Paranormal England to pick up where she left off in The Ghost Hunter.
Devon, is a Victorian raised man brought back to life in the 21st century. Former warrior of god, he sacrificed himself to allow the h/h in the previous book to have their HEA. We finally get to learn what makes Devon tick, more about his family and also his ill-fated first wife. His backstory is important, because it explains how his feelings lead to his protection of Ellie.
Ellie is an American, who like in The Ghost Hunter, has come to England (but unlike the Ghost Hunter she's avoiding the police). Ellie is a fun character who fights her attraction and eventually her feelings for Devon. Of course, the information she learns about her self at the same time, doesn't help her confidence in their budding romance.
This book moves beyond the plot to destroy the demon and really focuses on Ellie and Devon finding their inner strength. Devon to not just accept a modern woman, but a meddling do it herself modern woman. And Ellie finding the strength to control her powers and save the day.
There are a few twists in the book including another romance, a death of a character, and betrayal, which keep the plot from slowing down. I was also happy with the final twist at the very end and look forward to more books along this series.
November 19, 2013
The author's working is improving
OMFG!! So much better than the first one!! I can't hardly believe I found the first novel thrilling... The Demon Hunter was so fucking better... Really, I lack of words to express what I felt during this reading. Ellie, the main character was the bravest and fiercest woman in the whole series... She truly was the most powerful in this plot.
And about Devon?!?! OKAY HE'S NOT ONLY GORGEOUS BUT ALSO WAS ONE OF THE MOST INTERESTING CHARACTERS, AND THOSE HOT SCENES WITH ELLIE?!?!
Okay, I'm still freakin about this novel... Without a doubt this novel is superior than the other one. The author did a great work with the characters and the plot, and during the story's developments she didn't lose herself...
So, it was indeed a great urban fantasy novel...
OMFG!! So much better than the first one!! I can't hardly believe I found the first novel thrilling... The Demon Hunter was so fucking better... Really, I lack of words to express what I felt during this reading. Ellie, the main character was the bravest and fiercest woman in the whole series... She truly was the most powerful in this plot.
And about Devon?!?! OKAY HE'S NOT ONLY GORGEOUS BUT ALSO WAS ONE OF THE MOST INTERESTING CHARACTERS, AND THOSE HOT SCENES WITH ELLIE?!?!
Okay, I'm still freakin about this novel... Without a doubt this novel is superior than the other one. The author did a great work with the characters and the plot, and during the story's developments she didn't lose herself...
So, it was indeed a great urban fantasy novel...
June 10, 2013
I agree with some of the ratings I read here at Goodreads. This was much better than the first book Ghost Hunter. The only thing that bothered me was in the first book Raphael made the offer to Christian. Yet in Demon Hunter it said that Michael is making the same offer to Devon like he did for Christian. And the thing with the witch Rose... hmmm..... Still this was a very entertaining book to read. Cannot read this, though, before reading Ghost Hunter first.
March 22, 2012
This would make a great drinking game, if you had to drink every time the words "leery", "nefarious" or "folds" popped up you'd be under the table by chapter 4. A disappointing read, the characters are rather one dimensional and the final showdown is such an anticlimax (and completely predictable). I was hoping for an improvement on the first of the series, not the same old stuff rehashed.
June 28, 2012
The Demon Hunter is the 2nd book to "The Hunter". 2nd book was just as good as the 1st book. You can feel the emotions of each character and feel for them when they are having problems. There was no where in the book where it got boring and there were twists that you really didnt see coming. Great story. A must read to add to your list.
January 23, 2013
Devon...oh Devon. This Sexy Ghost had such an internal, and external struggle. The book was filled with twists and turns and had the ability to make you think one thing and have it turn out to be something completely different, in a good way! This book was fantastic and truely held it's own as a second in a series!
April 16, 2012
Great follow up to Ghost hunters! Loved Devon and Ellie's story; the author continued he main story plot from ghost hunter and brought it o a great conclusion while leaving herself the chance to continue in future books with this town and the characters.
August 16, 2012
First off make sure that you do go and read the first book~ Ghost Hunter~before you read this one.
Very interesting and with all the super natural beings in it I could not seem to put this book down. Very good read!
Very interesting and with all the super natural beings in it I could not seem to put this book down. Very good read!
February 29, 2012
Another good series :o)
March 3, 2012
I bought this book straight after finishing the first and it does not dissapoint. I good read.
September 28, 2012
I really enjoy Brighton books. They are a means to escape with the super natural. Life is already too boring but this adds a little spice to it.
October 11, 2012
3 1/2 stars
March 10, 2013
Really really loved this book....I'm always happy to read about good vs. evil and this one does not disappoint!
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