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World of the Lupi #3
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Touch-sensitive FBI agent Lily Yu and her werewolf bond-mate are recruited by the Secret Service to help identify elected officials who have accepted demonic pacts. But Lily must turn to fellow agent Cynna Weaver for help when Cynna's former teacher, a demon master, emerges as the main suspect behind the pacts.
After a demon commits a gruesome murder, sorcerer Cullen Seabourne joins the team racing the clock to find the apprentice of evil who uses demons to kill. Cynna and Cullen must work together- a challenge indeed when each has good reason to ignore the desire simmering between them. But passion and events both spiral out of control as an ancient prophecy is fulfilled- and the lupi's greatest enemy sets her sights on total devastation.
After a demon commits a gruesome murder, sorcerer Cullen Seabourne joins the team racing the clock to find the apprentice of evil who uses demons to kill. Cynna and Cullen must work together- a challenge indeed when each has good reason to ignore the desire simmering between them. But passion and events both spiral out of control as an ancient prophecy is fulfilled- and the lupi's greatest enemy sets her sights on total devastation.
513 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2007
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Eileen Wilks
128 books1,524 followersEileen Wilks’ first book, a Silhouette Desire published in 1996, hit the USA Today Bestseller List and was nominated for Romantic Times' Best First Short Contemporary award. Since then, her books have appeared consistently on national bestseller lists. With thirty two books in print and novellas in nine anthologies, she has been a finalist in the prestigious Rita Awards three times, as well as receiving several nominations from Romantic Times, including one for Career Achievement in Series Romantic Suspense.
Each book in her World of the Lupi series gains a larger audience. It was originally sold in the Romance section of bookstores, but more and more you will be able to find copies cross-shelved under Sci-Fi and Fantasy as the popularity of the series grows!
Eileen has lived in the West Texas town of Midland, TX for over 30 years--three years as a young teen, and the remaining years since she moved back here as an adult. When she first started writing over 10 years ago, it hit her like the first drink for an alcoholic . . . or the first kiss for Romeo and Juliet.
She came to writing romance in a roundabout way. Having read and loved science fiction for years, that’s where she first tried her hand when the writing bug bit. Somehow her stories always ended up having a strong romantic subplot, but she hadn’t read a romance since the early 80’s and didn’t think “those little books” were her kind of stories. But when a friend in her critique group began working on a romance novel, Wilks decided she needed to give the genre another try. She asked her friend to recommend some titles--and quicker than you can say “Jayne Ann Krentz,” she fell in love. The genre had been busy growing up while she wasn’t watching. These days, with romances comprising over 50% of the mass market books published in the U.S., there are romances to appeal to almost every taste--historicals, paranormals and contemporaries that range from romantic suspense to romantic comedy, from inspirational to sizzling.
Eileen covered a lot of territory before coming home to Midland, having lived in Canada and Venezuela as well as twelve U.S. cities in five states.
Profile taken from the author's site with her permission.
Each book in her World of the Lupi series gains a larger audience. It was originally sold in the Romance section of bookstores, but more and more you will be able to find copies cross-shelved under Sci-Fi and Fantasy as the popularity of the series grows!
Eileen has lived in the West Texas town of Midland, TX for over 30 years--three years as a young teen, and the remaining years since she moved back here as an adult. When she first started writing over 10 years ago, it hit her like the first drink for an alcoholic . . . or the first kiss for Romeo and Juliet.
She came to writing romance in a roundabout way. Having read and loved science fiction for years, that’s where she first tried her hand when the writing bug bit. Somehow her stories always ended up having a strong romantic subplot, but she hadn’t read a romance since the early 80’s and didn’t think “those little books” were her kind of stories. But when a friend in her critique group began working on a romance novel, Wilks decided she needed to give the genre another try. She asked her friend to recommend some titles--and quicker than you can say “Jayne Ann Krentz,” she fell in love. The genre had been busy growing up while she wasn’t watching. These days, with romances comprising over 50% of the mass market books published in the U.S., there are romances to appeal to almost every taste--historicals, paranormals and contemporaries that range from romantic suspense to romantic comedy, from inspirational to sizzling.
Eileen covered a lot of territory before coming home to Midland, having lived in Canada and Venezuela as well as twelve U.S. cities in five states.
Profile taken from the author's site with her permission.
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April 19, 2018
I can't imagine why I dropped this series. Actually, I can: while I waiting for Wilks to write the next book, I broke up with urban fantasy. But we're back together now, and spurred on by friends Mimi and Milda, I've restarted this series.
This book went down like a yummy dessert. Packed with flavor, it deals with demon attacks and the outfall, particularly with a local Washington D.C. wolfpack. Lily and Rule are in D.C., Lily as she goes through mandatory FBI training, and Rule as he continues working for the passage of a lupi citizenship bill. One night as they are leaving a choir concert, Rule is attacked by a demon. At the same time, Cynna the magic Finder becomes aware of a surge of magical energy. Lupi and sorcerer Cullen is off looking for dragons, but ends up fighting off his own demon attack. Viewpoint jumps around the four of them, but I'd say primarily Cynna and Lily.
I didn't really mean to finish in one afternoon, but that's certainly what happened, particularly as the midwest was in a late-spring snow blip (what climate change?). The action was interesting and purposeful, accompanied by world-building and problem solving. Relationship insecurities between Lily and Rule have improved, but were unfortunately transferred over to Cynna and Cullen. There were, perhaps, a couple of problems, namely with the ultimate purpose/goal of the demons, but I thought I understood what Wilks was trying to do, even as I might have suggested some tweaks. I was also a little displeased by her chosen direction for Cynna, particularly given her magical experience/expertise (mild spoiler)
I think people who enjoy Ilona Andrews might very well enjoy this series. Oh, they are, of course, seemingly different on the surface. Kate Daniels lives in a post-semi-apocalyptic Atlanta that is only partly recognizable, as it is influenced by magic. The world in 'The World of the Lupi' is more like Anita Blake's world--shapeshifters have come out of the closet and are in the process of gaining full citizenship, Wiccan covens are a magical thing, and the FBI employs people who can tell what your magic is with a touch. Kate Daniels is the narrator and main focus of her books, and off the top of my head, I can't think of any other viewpoints in the main novels. In Wilk's series, the narrative is third person, but is shared between different characters of the book, an ensemble cast view.
But they are similar where it counts: competent, strong heroines that do not resort to emotional manipulation to get their way and who have a strong streak of independence. A clearly well-thought out world, with the sense that stranger things area always around the corner. Plots that do not rely on the main characters hiding something or forgetting to share something. Steady action, both magical and physical. An affection for cats.
At the moment, I think I'm skipping the next, taking place as it does in Faerie. That's just me, though, and my reaction to the 'parallel worlds' construction--I read way too much fantasy in the 80s that relied on it.
This book went down like a yummy dessert. Packed with flavor, it deals with demon attacks and the outfall, particularly with a local Washington D.C. wolfpack. Lily and Rule are in D.C., Lily as she goes through mandatory FBI training, and Rule as he continues working for the passage of a lupi citizenship bill. One night as they are leaving a choir concert, Rule is attacked by a demon. At the same time, Cynna the magic Finder becomes aware of a surge of magical energy. Lupi and sorcerer Cullen is off looking for dragons, but ends up fighting off his own demon attack. Viewpoint jumps around the four of them, but I'd say primarily Cynna and Lily.
I didn't really mean to finish in one afternoon, but that's certainly what happened, particularly as the midwest was in a late-spring snow blip (what climate change?). The action was interesting and purposeful, accompanied by world-building and problem solving. Relationship insecurities between Lily and Rule have improved, but were unfortunately transferred over to Cynna and Cullen. There were, perhaps, a couple of problems, namely with the ultimate purpose/goal of the demons, but I thought I understood what Wilks was trying to do, even as I might have suggested some tweaks. I was also a little displeased by her chosen direction for Cynna, particularly given her magical experience/expertise (mild spoiler)
I think people who enjoy Ilona Andrews might very well enjoy this series. Oh, they are, of course, seemingly different on the surface. Kate Daniels lives in a post-semi-apocalyptic Atlanta that is only partly recognizable, as it is influenced by magic. The world in 'The World of the Lupi' is more like Anita Blake's world--shapeshifters have come out of the closet and are in the process of gaining full citizenship, Wiccan covens are a magical thing, and the FBI employs people who can tell what your magic is with a touch. Kate Daniels is the narrator and main focus of her books, and off the top of my head, I can't think of any other viewpoints in the main novels. In Wilk's series, the narrative is third person, but is shared between different characters of the book, an ensemble cast view.
But they are similar where it counts: competent, strong heroines that do not resort to emotional manipulation to get their way and who have a strong streak of independence. A clearly well-thought out world, with the sense that stranger things area always around the corner. Plots that do not rely on the main characters hiding something or forgetting to share something. Steady action, both magical and physical. An affection for cats.
At the moment, I think I'm skipping the next, taking place as it does in Faerie. That's just me, though, and my reaction to the 'parallel worlds' construction--I read way too much fantasy in the 80s that relied on it.
February 10, 2019
*** 4 ***
The reason I love this type of books is that they are very comfortable in their skin, or book-covers in this case. They are out for a good time with some adrenaline rush on the side, and they feel good about their night on the town 😎. They know they might get some hanky-panky, they might get into a car chase, a shootout, fall into a different dimension, possibly get hurt and have some dangerous encounters with some unfriendlies, and end up exhausted, scarred and a bit less innocent in the morning... The thing you could almost bet on is that you are not going to have much time nor inclination for deep philosophical discussions or heart-rending melodrama. The most "preaching" would be in the form of snarky remarks and one-sentence wisdom from an aging relative while being shoed out of the door. So yeah, this series is one of those - it is here to take on the night, kick some ass, get laid and wake up with a handful of aspirin and a coffee to battle the hangover😎.
Thus, I have a completely separate way of rating system for those wild children of the UF genre. I have to really be dissatisfied with the writing or story in order to give it anything below a 3 🌟 rating. I don't hold them to the same standard as I do books which attempt to enter into the "literature" category. However, I have to be really blown away, or plain addicted to a series, in order to rate it with 5 stars...
So, the night when a wave of Magical Energy swept through the world and weird Demons stared attacking Lupi clan leaders and hairs, was the beginning of a new adventure for bonded couple Lily Yu and Rule. The excess Magic forced an opera singer into his 🐺 form on stage and in order to prevent panic and casualties, Rule fake-submits to him. After everything is sorted out, Lily and Rule give a ride to the now human shaped Lupus home, but get attacked by a Demon and the young man is killed. This comes with clan traditional responsibilities Rule now owes to the father of the victim, not least of which is a "son's duty", which requires him to offer himself "instead" of the son.. Usually this tradition is only formulaic and benign, but little do they know what mess he had gotten himself into, courtesy of the insane and unstable rivalry clan the singer belongs to...
Lily has her professional issues with the excess Magic floating about, mostly the seemingly random Demon attacks. However, they start circling closer and closer to her loved ones and she is forced to figure out who is holding the creatures strings...
I am glad we got a bit more of Rule's son, grandma-cat, and the erotic dancing, magic wilding, clan brother with a killer smile, 🐺 C! I love him and I know he is a crowd favorite, with all the charm and snarky attitude, but I think a certain Catholic "finder" with tattoos and a butch haircut might be taking him off the singles scene, ladies! I couldn't be happier for them, if they can figure out how to get it together....
The action was non-stop, the good guys likable, the Demons scary, and family always comes first. I will recommend the series to all fans of light reads with some Urban Fantasy and Action-Adventure in the mix. I think it is fine for readers above 12 years old, but I might be a bit old fashioned in my appropriateness ratings 🙂🙂🙂. I know I will stick with the series and enjoy the rest of it in between some more "serious" books, Hahaha!
Now I wish you all Happy Reading and may you always find what you need in the pages of a good book!!!📚
The reason I love this type of books is that they are very comfortable in their skin, or book-covers in this case. They are out for a good time with some adrenaline rush on the side, and they feel good about their night on the town 😎. They know they might get some hanky-panky, they might get into a car chase, a shootout, fall into a different dimension, possibly get hurt and have some dangerous encounters with some unfriendlies, and end up exhausted, scarred and a bit less innocent in the morning... The thing you could almost bet on is that you are not going to have much time nor inclination for deep philosophical discussions or heart-rending melodrama. The most "preaching" would be in the form of snarky remarks and one-sentence wisdom from an aging relative while being shoed out of the door. So yeah, this series is one of those - it is here to take on the night, kick some ass, get laid and wake up with a handful of aspirin and a coffee to battle the hangover😎.
Thus, I have a completely separate way of rating system for those wild children of the UF genre. I have to really be dissatisfied with the writing or story in order to give it anything below a 3 🌟 rating. I don't hold them to the same standard as I do books which attempt to enter into the "literature" category. However, I have to be really blown away, or plain addicted to a series, in order to rate it with 5 stars...
So, the night when a wave of Magical Energy swept through the world and weird Demons stared attacking Lupi clan leaders and hairs, was the beginning of a new adventure for bonded couple Lily Yu and Rule. The excess Magic forced an opera singer into his 🐺 form on stage and in order to prevent panic and casualties, Rule fake-submits to him. After everything is sorted out, Lily and Rule give a ride to the now human shaped Lupus home, but get attacked by a Demon and the young man is killed. This comes with clan traditional responsibilities Rule now owes to the father of the victim, not least of which is a "son's duty", which requires him to offer himself "instead" of the son.. Usually this tradition is only formulaic and benign, but little do they know what mess he had gotten himself into, courtesy of the insane and unstable rivalry clan the singer belongs to...
Lily has her professional issues with the excess Magic floating about, mostly the seemingly random Demon attacks. However, they start circling closer and closer to her loved ones and she is forced to figure out who is holding the creatures strings...
I am glad we got a bit more of Rule's son, grandma-cat, and the erotic dancing, magic wilding, clan brother with a killer smile, 🐺 C! I love him and I know he is a crowd favorite, with all the charm and snarky attitude, but I think a certain Catholic "finder" with tattoos and a butch haircut might be taking him off the singles scene, ladies! I couldn't be happier for them, if they can figure out how to get it together....
The action was non-stop, the good guys likable, the Demons scary, and family always comes first. I will recommend the series to all fans of light reads with some Urban Fantasy and Action-Adventure in the mix. I think it is fine for readers above 12 years old, but I might be a bit old fashioned in my appropriateness ratings 🙂🙂🙂. I know I will stick with the series and enjoy the rest of it in between some more "serious" books, Hahaha!
Now I wish you all Happy Reading and may you always find what you need in the pages of a good book!!!📚
December 1, 2016
Tiny snippet that was edited out of the third book. When I saw that it was about Brownies, I was in. I love brownies. And, this scene was all about too many brownies. Is that possible? Not in my house!
Merged review:
The blurb for this book makes you think that it will be a PNR about two of the secondary characters of the previous books, but it really isn't. This story is a continuation of the urban fantasy storyline that has been going on throughout the series so far. It is a complicated world and that means there is a lot of 'splaining going on. Lots.
They will explain the mass of the sun for you in this book. Don't worry...
First we have the "bad guys", which are demons being let loose in the world to try and take out the werewolves. There is an evil goddess who is trying to get rid of them, but she has some help in our world because she can't actually enter the world herself. So, there are beasties galore.
Second, we have werewolf politics. This is probably the most complicated system for were's that I have ever read. And, I have read a lot of shifter books. So, we get many explanations on how it all works. Here, I thought animals were pretty simple creatures, but I was wrong. Since they are half-human, they have made their political system about as user-friendly as ours is.
Smart, evil kitties...
Third, we also have law enforcement politics, family dynamics, and magic letting loose on the world. There is just a hella lot going on. This all entails more 'splaining.
yeah, it's like this...
Since we were expecting a romance starring Cullen - a beautiful, smart werewolf man, it was at least satisfying to have him in the book. He wasn't the star, though, just a co-star. And, I've been looking forward to getting to know him better because he was always fun and cool in the last books. But, just like many shiny things, he lost a bit of luster upon further inspection. In other words, he's kind of a dick. He is arrogant, condescending, and a big baby. The good news is that his new love-interest is a kickass girl who will NOT take his crap. I am really looking forward to her giving him hell and bringing him down a few notches in the next book. Let the castration begin!!
Merged review:
The blurb for this book makes you think that it will be a PNR about two of the secondary characters of the previous books, but it really isn't. This story is a continuation of the urban fantasy storyline that has been going on throughout the series so far. It is a complicated world and that means there is a lot of 'splaining going on. Lots.
They will explain the mass of the sun for you in this book. Don't worry...
First we have the "bad guys", which are demons being let loose in the world to try and take out the werewolves. There is an evil goddess who is trying to get rid of them, but she has some help in our world because she can't actually enter the world herself. So, there are beasties galore.
Second, we have werewolf politics. This is probably the most complicated system for were's that I have ever read. And, I have read a lot of shifter books. So, we get many explanations on how it all works. Here, I thought animals were pretty simple creatures, but I was wrong. Since they are half-human, they have made their political system about as user-friendly as ours is.
Smart, evil kitties...
Third, we also have law enforcement politics, family dynamics, and magic letting loose on the world. There is just a hella lot going on. This all entails more 'splaining.
yeah, it's like this...
Since we were expecting a romance starring Cullen - a beautiful, smart werewolf man, it was at least satisfying to have him in the book. He wasn't the star, though, just a co-star. And, I've been looking forward to getting to know him better because he was always fun and cool in the last books. But, just like many shiny things, he lost a bit of luster upon further inspection. In other words, he's kind of a dick. He is arrogant, condescending, and a big baby. The good news is that his new love-interest is a kickass girl who will NOT take his crap. I am really looking forward to her giving him hell and bringing him down a few notches in the next book. Let the castration begin!!
December 25, 2010
Hmmm. This book was pretty different than I expected. I still liked it, don't get me wrong, but nowhere near as much as I liked the first two books.
From the blurb on the back cover and stray comments I heard, I had the impression that this book focused on Cullen and Cynna. While they were given more depth and pov time, I would be hesitant to actually say they were main characters in this book. It still felt like they were secondary characters, just given more page time. It was different than I was expecting because I thought I'd get a lot more insight into what makes them tick.
I think this book's biggest problem was the pacing. We kept skipping around between characters and events. Usually that adds a bit of excitement, but here it was just too much. I'd get into one storyline and get caught up and then we'd switch characters and I would lose all the momentum and have to start over again.
I also found myself confused by some of the events. They just seemed to skip along a little too fast. It was like this book had too many happenings crammed into it so things could be successfully set up for the rest of the series.
I also am not sure how I feel about the development that occurred near the end involving Cynna. I won't say I dislike it yet, because I'll give the author time in the next book to develop it before I make a decision, but I'm really not on the bandwagon yet. I haven't gotten to know those two characters enough to really feel comfortable with things going that quickly. But like I said, I'll give the author some time.
Now, it may sound that I didn't like the book at all, but I did. I really liked all the added details we learned about the world and what exactly is happening. I also really enjoyed learning more about Lily's grandmother. She is a fabulous character.
Lily and Rule are firmly established as together in this book and it's really nice to watch the familiarity and ease they have now. I'm also glad to see them continue to deal with what Lily and Rule went through in the last book. It was a tough thing that didn't deserve to be taken lightly. I just really appreciate that the author didn't take the easy way out and ignore it.
I see a lot of interesting things on the horizon and I'm excited to watch them unfold. Right now I still prefer Lily and Rule, but I'm hoping the next book will change that for me.
From the blurb on the back cover and stray comments I heard, I had the impression that this book focused on Cullen and Cynna. While they were given more depth and pov time, I would be hesitant to actually say they were main characters in this book. It still felt like they were secondary characters, just given more page time. It was different than I was expecting because I thought I'd get a lot more insight into what makes them tick.
I think this book's biggest problem was the pacing. We kept skipping around between characters and events. Usually that adds a bit of excitement, but here it was just too much. I'd get into one storyline and get caught up and then we'd switch characters and I would lose all the momentum and have to start over again.
I also found myself confused by some of the events. They just seemed to skip along a little too fast. It was like this book had too many happenings crammed into it so things could be successfully set up for the rest of the series.
I also am not sure how I feel about the development that occurred near the end involving Cynna. I won't say I dislike it yet, because I'll give the author time in the next book to develop it before I make a decision, but I'm really not on the bandwagon yet. I haven't gotten to know those two characters enough to really feel comfortable with things going that quickly. But like I said, I'll give the author some time.
Now, it may sound that I didn't like the book at all, but I did. I really liked all the added details we learned about the world and what exactly is happening. I also really enjoyed learning more about Lily's grandmother. She is a fabulous character.
Lily and Rule are firmly established as together in this book and it's really nice to watch the familiarity and ease they have now. I'm also glad to see them continue to deal with what Lily and Rule went through in the last book. It was a tough thing that didn't deserve to be taken lightly. I just really appreciate that the author didn't take the easy way out and ignore it.
I see a lot of interesting things on the horizon and I'm excited to watch them unfold. Right now I still prefer Lily and Rule, but I'm hoping the next book will change that for me.
December 1, 2016
I want to be Li Lei, Lily's grandmother, when I grow up! Although I love her to pieces as a book character, I would have smothered her in her sleep if she was my grandma. Or she would have pulled my spine out, but that's neither here nor there.
This book was like setting up the stage for the future books and felt a little bit stilted at some places. We learned more about Cynna and Li Lie but there wasn't a focus on any of the characters, spotlight jumping left and right in a dizzying way.
2.5 stars for the book and a half star for the cover. I love the colour and shade of blue they used on the tattoos. It has a mesmerizing affect on me.
This book was like setting up the stage for the future books and felt a little bit stilted at some places. We learned more about Cynna and Li Lie but there wasn't a focus on any of the characters, spotlight jumping left and right in a dizzying way.
2.5 stars for the book and a half star for the cover. I love the colour and shade of blue they used on the tattoos. It has a mesmerizing affect on me.
June 25, 2023
Blood Lines is book three in the World of the Lupi by Eileen Wilks
Our characters are in Washington, DC. Things are heating up and earth is changing with big magic waves hitting the world hard. Demons are suddenly appearing all over earth and some one is summoning and riding them. Law enforcement is trying to figure out why these waves are happen and why the demons are targeting the Lu Nuncios of the Lupi packs.
We meet a new pack who is not very friendly. Rule must navigate the Lupi laws and customs with Lily. Cynna and Cullen investigate who is summoning demons. There are heavy consequences for Rue and Cynna is reminded of her predicament and future role.
It was an interesting storyline. The world keeps getting bigger and bigger. Many surprises along the way and all the secondary characters keep growing just like the mains. All the characters play roles in the plot. The author had multiple things happening and had everyone running around trying to piece things together.
Lily and Rule are more settled into their mate bonding. I still don’t feel the romance, but that’s ok. Cynna and Cullen are starting a tentative relationship with a different feel.
Graphic Audio: I binged this audio in a day. I have to say the graphic audios are well worth the listen and it brings the world, characters, and complicated plot to life. I love the voices for each and every character. The voices fit the characters bringing them to life. The sound effects are enjoyable.
Blood Lines continues to build the series and world. It’s another action-packed installment. I’m curious to see how everything will play out and how Cynna will accept what is happening to her. I can’t wait to listen on.
Rated: 3.5 Stars
Graphic Audio: 4 Stars
Our characters are in Washington, DC. Things are heating up and earth is changing with big magic waves hitting the world hard. Demons are suddenly appearing all over earth and some one is summoning and riding them. Law enforcement is trying to figure out why these waves are happen and why the demons are targeting the Lu Nuncios of the Lupi packs.
We meet a new pack who is not very friendly. Rule must navigate the Lupi laws and customs with Lily. Cynna and Cullen investigate who is summoning demons. There are heavy consequences for Rue and Cynna is reminded of her predicament and future role.
It was an interesting storyline. The world keeps getting bigger and bigger. Many surprises along the way and all the secondary characters keep growing just like the mains. All the characters play roles in the plot. The author had multiple things happening and had everyone running around trying to piece things together.
Lily and Rule are more settled into their mate bonding. I still don’t feel the romance, but that’s ok. Cynna and Cullen are starting a tentative relationship with a different feel.
Graphic Audio: I binged this audio in a day. I have to say the graphic audios are well worth the listen and it brings the world, characters, and complicated plot to life. I love the voices for each and every character. The voices fit the characters bringing them to life. The sound effects are enjoyable.
Blood Lines continues to build the series and world. It’s another action-packed installment. I’m curious to see how everything will play out and how Cynna will accept what is happening to her. I can’t wait to listen on.
Rated: 3.5 Stars
Graphic Audio: 4 Stars
February 7, 2017
3.5
I've seen a lot of misleading, wrong, lying blurbs but this one takes the cake. It says just enough to prevent me to apply any of the above, but still manages to be wrong somehow. Not inaccurate, though. I'm talking about the 'Cynna and Cullen must work together' part of it. They do work together - a couple of pages. The rest of the book they are either on their own, helping someone else or in a group so big you forget they are together in this mess.
Oh, there are a number of things I would have preferred. I don't need ten or so reminders that Cynna and Rule were lovers as this book kept reminding me, I am not a fan of scene cliffhangers and that cheesiness in the very end was ridiculous (it wasn't a romantic kind, but political, if it makes any sense).
All that being said, this is actually a very good story. It kept me on my toes most of the time. They are all in so much trouble, you just know they will need everything they've got to get out it.
Rule and Lily have their own issues, but the author spared us the stupidity. Even when one of them tries to hide something from the other for their own good (not my favourite trope), it doesn't drag too long and usually the other one knows what's going on. They are kind of mild here, though.
I loved the way the story is told and the twists are more than good. Cullen and Cynna play very small part together but I'm guessing what they managed to do in this book will play a huge role in one of the instalments.
Some of the things annoyed me to no end, but as I said, the story kept me on my toes.
I've seen a lot of misleading, wrong, lying blurbs but this one takes the cake. It says just enough to prevent me to apply any of the above, but still manages to be wrong somehow. Not inaccurate, though. I'm talking about the 'Cynna and Cullen must work together' part of it. They do work together - a couple of pages. The rest of the book they are either on their own, helping someone else or in a group so big you forget they are together in this mess.
Oh, there are a number of things I would have preferred. I don't need ten or so reminders that Cynna and Rule were lovers as this book kept reminding me, I am not a fan of scene cliffhangers and that cheesiness in the very end was ridiculous (it wasn't a romantic kind, but political, if it makes any sense).
All that being said, this is actually a very good story. It kept me on my toes most of the time. They are all in so much trouble, you just know they will need everything they've got to get out it.
Rule and Lily have their own issues, but the author spared us the stupidity. Even when one of them tries to hide something from the other for their own good (not my favourite trope), it doesn't drag too long and usually the other one knows what's going on. They are kind of mild here, though.
I loved the way the story is told and the twists are more than good. Cullen and Cynna play very small part together but I'm guessing what they managed to do in this book will play a huge role in one of the instalments.
Some of the things annoyed me to no end, but as I said, the story kept me on my toes.
December 20, 2020
I was about two-thirds into the book when the action and the plot finally grabbed me. And the ending again was a bit of a let-down. Overall it was still a good read though.
I do like the world Wilks builds around her werewolves. Also in this book the point of view changes more frequently between characters than in the previous books, were the story was mostly told by Lily. That made the narrative more lively, if somewhat infuriating at times.
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There is a deleted scene that didn’t make it into the final version of Blood Lines, but was originally part of the prologue. It should be read directly before reading Blood Lines. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
For free on Eileen Wilks' website: http://www.eileenwilks.com/brownies/
I do like the world Wilks builds around her werewolves. Also in this book the point of view changes more frequently between characters than in the previous books, were the story was mostly told by Lily. That made the narrative more lively, if somewhat infuriating at times.
++*+*++
There is a deleted scene that didn’t make it into the final version of Blood Lines, but was originally part of the prologue. It should be read directly before reading Blood Lines. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
For free on Eileen Wilks' website: http://www.eileenwilks.com/brownies/
December 19, 2016
What I find intriguing in this series is that each book gives you a more in-depth understanding of the world. Not only Lupi's, but also human, demon and all the others!
April 15, 2019
Home sweet urban fantasy.
March 30, 2018
I don't know how else to say it but I think this book is stringing me along. I'm three books in and I'm so confused, as another reviewer said this is indeed the most complicated werewolf system I have read in a while. The author does try, she really does try to explain things but I feel that with three books in we should have a hang of things now but no, every book brings forth a new thing that makes it seem the author is trying to obfuscate.
I was left having this face throughout the book
At this point I need a break, I will pick up the rest of the series later. Maybe.
I was left having this face throughout the book
At this point I need a break, I will pick up the rest of the series later. Maybe.
February 7, 2016
I felt a bit lukewarm about the previous book in this series, and I was looking at this installment as a kind of make-or-break for the series. I’m happy to say that I definitely enjoyed this one more. Maybe it was because the characters have returned to earth, with the focus feeling decidedly more on the lupi. Maybe it’s because I felt more harmony in the different elements in the story. Maybe it was the return of Grandmother. More than likely, it was all of that and more that drew me back in, and will bring me back again for the next book.
As the story begins, Lily and Rule are in Washington DC so Lily can get trained for the FBI. But while they are there, magic starts going wonky. A lupus from another pack is nearly killed after a forced change and Rule manages to save his life, but in doing so, sets a course that ties him to the man’s pack. His enemy’s pack. As if that weren’t enough, demons are somehow making their way to earth. The supernatural world is blowing up, and there just aren’t enough agents to handle all the problems. So our couple isn’t going home anytime soon.
The plot has several moving parts, all going at once. Rule’s issues with that other pack feature prominently, along with some residual effects from his face-off with a demon. They’re dealing with Lily’s cases with the FBI. But there is just as much focus on what’s happening with Cullen and Cynna. These two are taking center stage alongside the other two, growing their own storyline into the focus of future books. We’re learning more about Cynna’s past as she faces her former mentor… and Cullen finally starts putting together the pieces of what happened to him during the events of “Originally Human.” And they grow closer to the relationship we all knew was right around the corner.
I know not everyone appreciated the multiple POVs in the book, but I felt like the characters were clearly defined enough and their stories were all interesting enough that it worked for me. I liked spending a little time with Rule’s son, and I always like spending time with Grandmother.
I enjoy the worldbuilding in these books, and I am particularly partial to the lupi. I really liked delving more into the packs, their histories, and how it all works. I hope we see even more of that in future books. I do feel like sometimes Eileen Wilks skimps a little in the action of her climax scenes, but I think it was more fleshed out here than in books past.
Overall, I did like this one and it renewed my interest in the series. I will give the next book a try and see if Cynna and Cullen have enough juice to sustain a story of their own.
Rating: B
As the story begins, Lily and Rule are in Washington DC so Lily can get trained for the FBI. But while they are there, magic starts going wonky. A lupus from another pack is nearly killed after a forced change and Rule manages to save his life, but in doing so, sets a course that ties him to the man’s pack. His enemy’s pack. As if that weren’t enough, demons are somehow making their way to earth. The supernatural world is blowing up, and there just aren’t enough agents to handle all the problems. So our couple isn’t going home anytime soon.
The plot has several moving parts, all going at once. Rule’s issues with that other pack feature prominently, along with some residual effects from his face-off with a demon. They’re dealing with Lily’s cases with the FBI. But there is just as much focus on what’s happening with Cullen and Cynna. These two are taking center stage alongside the other two, growing their own storyline into the focus of future books. We’re learning more about Cynna’s past as she faces her former mentor… and Cullen finally starts putting together the pieces of what happened to him during the events of “Originally Human.” And they grow closer to the relationship we all knew was right around the corner.
I know not everyone appreciated the multiple POVs in the book, but I felt like the characters were clearly defined enough and their stories were all interesting enough that it worked for me. I liked spending a little time with Rule’s son, and I always like spending time with Grandmother.
I enjoy the worldbuilding in these books, and I am particularly partial to the lupi. I really liked delving more into the packs, their histories, and how it all works. I hope we see even more of that in future books. I do feel like sometimes Eileen Wilks skimps a little in the action of her climax scenes, but I think it was more fleshed out here than in books past.
Overall, I did like this one and it renewed my interest in the series. I will give the next book a try and see if Cynna and Cullen have enough juice to sustain a story of their own.
Rating: B
September 3, 2012
It was quite some time since I'd read the previous book but that didn't matter as Ms Wilks kindly gave a summary of the previous book at the beginning of this one. I was very appreciative :)
So magic appears to be suddenly leaking into our world at an alarming rate and weird things are happening, demons appearing and unexpected shifting of wolves in the middle of choral performances leading to all the werewolf heirs, including Rule, being targeted by demons.
She who cannot be named is obviously trying to take out the wolf clans by targeting the heirs, so she can get her hands on the Codex of Magical Stuff, which is presumed to have appeared with the influx of magic.
Lily Yu, FBI and the Chosen of Rule is part of the task force to solve the magic & demon problem and she recruits Cynna to assist. Cullen has also appeared and together they all try to find out who is summoning the demons, then defeat the summoner, at the same time trying not to battle the Leiddolf clan, which somehow Rule is now the heir to as well.
Really looking forward to the next book, especially with the 2 surprises at the end .
So magic appears to be suddenly leaking into our world at an alarming rate and weird things are happening, demons appearing and unexpected shifting of wolves in the middle of choral performances leading to all the werewolf heirs, including Rule, being targeted by demons.
She who cannot be named is obviously trying to take out the wolf clans by targeting the heirs, so she can get her hands on the Codex of Magical Stuff, which is presumed to have appeared with the influx of magic.
Lily Yu, FBI and the Chosen of Rule is part of the task force to solve the magic & demon problem and she recruits Cynna to assist. Cullen has also appeared and together they all try to find out who is summoning the demons, then defeat the summoner, at the same time trying not to battle the Leiddolf clan, which somehow Rule is now the heir to as well.
Really looking forward to the next book, especially with the 2 surprises at the end .
July 25, 2016
book three and this series isnt really grabbing my attention i think. its good enough but you're thrown into dramatic random situations without any proper buildup that it doesnt really give you time to get to know the characters really well. I like Rule and Lily well enough, Cynna also ok but not a fan of Cullen at the moment. Might come back to this series later but will have to rest for now
March 7, 2016
4/5; 4 stars; A-
While the main characters in this book are Cynna and company, many of the cast from the previous books make an appearance. I particularly enjoyed learning more about Cynna's history. Rule's son, Toby, was also a great addition.
While the main characters in this book are Cynna and company, many of the cast from the previous books make an appearance. I particularly enjoyed learning more about Cynna's history. Rule's son, Toby, was also a great addition.
July 15, 2018
Eileen Wilks, with her action-packed books, full of romance and magic, has been just the thing for me this summer. Book 3 revealed new aspects of the Lupi world, and Cynna and Cullen took center stage more often than in the last book. I’m very curious how things will go with them in the next, but I’m still adjusting to their POVs getting equal time with Lily and Rule’s. This series continues to surprise me, and I’m on board to see what unfolds next, especially given how this one ended.
March 23, 2013
Synopsis:
Touch-sensitive FBI agent Lily Yu and her werewolf bond-mate are recruited by the Secret Service to help identify elected officials who have accepted demonic pacts. But Lily must turn to fellow agent Cynna Weaver for help when Cynna's former teacher, a demon master, emerges as the main suspect behind the pacts.
After a demon commits a gruesome murder, sorcerer Cullen Seabourne joins the team racing the clock to find the apprentice of evil who uses demons to kill. Cynna and Cullen must work together—a challenge indeed when each has good reason to ignore the desire simmering between them. But passion and events both spiral out of control as an ancient prophecy is fulfilled-and the lupi's greatest enemy sets her sights on total devastation...
My Thoughts:
It has been a while since I've read books 1 and 2 of this series, so I was very happy to get the Dear Reader from Lily at the beginning of the book that summarizes the events of the first two books quite nicely. This book started out a bit slow to me and I kept putting it down at first. At some point, that changed and I didn't want to stop reading. I was too engrossed in what was going on and why to be able to stop.
This time around, magic seems to be acting out and flaring oddly around the globe. Demons have also been showing up as well. Mostly, to attack the heirs of the lupi clans. While out with a lupus from Nokolai's rival clan Leidolf, Lily and Rule run into one of these demons, which promptly attempts to kill Rule, but the other wolf dies in the process and this isn't a good thing for Rule as he'd offered himself up as submissive to the other wolf earlier when the power wind had swept through and caused Paul to Change. Now, he will have to accompany Paul's body to the Leidolf clanhome and offer a son's duty to Paul's father. This causes all kinds of problems when it happens. And brings about an unexpected outcome to a situation that none of them knew how to handle. Mainly, because during the fight against the demon, Rule gets scratched and ends up with demon poison in his body which causes him to lose time on more than one occasion. Usually, when he thinks of the time spent with the other Lily when she had been split in two and they were trapped in Dis.
With all of these problems going on, Lily and Rule keep getting surprises in the form of visitors. First, Cullen shows up after having been chased around by a demon with a woman riding it while he was in Mexico. And for some reason, he has Rule's son Toby with him. Toby, apparently wanted to spend Christmas with his dad and used Rule's credit card to buy himself a plane ticket to come to D.C. Cullen apparently saw him in the airport and brought him to Rule's place. Then, Lily's grandmother shows up with her friend Li Qin to explain what's been going on with the magic. We also see a good deal of Cynna since she's working the demon case with Lily and it's possible that her old mentor Jiri is involved.
A lot ends up happening. A rival clan gets creative with trying to kill Rule and he ends up with a power boost. We do find out what's been going on with the demons and in what way Jiri is involved and for some reason, it surprised me the way that that all played out. Especially what she'd done to get Rule, Lily and company exactly where she wanted them. The whole thing with Leidolf also turned out to be quite interesting. I'm wondering how that will continue to play out down the line. Will Rule have to spend significant time in Virginia from now on?
The developments with Cynna and Cullen sure turned out interesting. I wonder if this is a way of tying her to Nokolai so that she will have to accept that she's supposed to be the next Nokolai Rhej. Cullen is thrilled. Cynna-not so much. I can't wait to see what happens there.
The thing I'm most happy about is that Rule and his wolf seem to have come to terms with what happened in Dis. That Lily is not gone. It took some time, but peace has been made.
The biggest surprise came at the end. Lily's grandmother sure likes shocking people. But it seems that humanity will get some help from an unexpected source. A really cool source, though.
I'm really enjoying this series. I just love Lily and Rule.
Touch-sensitive FBI agent Lily Yu and her werewolf bond-mate are recruited by the Secret Service to help identify elected officials who have accepted demonic pacts. But Lily must turn to fellow agent Cynna Weaver for help when Cynna's former teacher, a demon master, emerges as the main suspect behind the pacts.
After a demon commits a gruesome murder, sorcerer Cullen Seabourne joins the team racing the clock to find the apprentice of evil who uses demons to kill. Cynna and Cullen must work together—a challenge indeed when each has good reason to ignore the desire simmering between them. But passion and events both spiral out of control as an ancient prophecy is fulfilled-and the lupi's greatest enemy sets her sights on total devastation...
My Thoughts:
It has been a while since I've read books 1 and 2 of this series, so I was very happy to get the Dear Reader from Lily at the beginning of the book that summarizes the events of the first two books quite nicely. This book started out a bit slow to me and I kept putting it down at first. At some point, that changed and I didn't want to stop reading. I was too engrossed in what was going on and why to be able to stop.
This time around, magic seems to be acting out and flaring oddly around the globe. Demons have also been showing up as well. Mostly, to attack the heirs of the lupi clans. While out with a lupus from Nokolai's rival clan Leidolf, Lily and Rule run into one of these demons, which promptly attempts to kill Rule, but the other wolf dies in the process and this isn't a good thing for Rule as he'd offered himself up as submissive to the other wolf earlier when the power wind had swept through and caused Paul to Change. Now, he will have to accompany Paul's body to the Leidolf clanhome and offer a son's duty to Paul's father. This causes all kinds of problems when it happens. And brings about an unexpected outcome to a situation that none of them knew how to handle. Mainly, because during the fight against the demon, Rule gets scratched and ends up with demon poison in his body which causes him to lose time on more than one occasion. Usually, when he thinks of the time spent with the other Lily when she had been split in two and they were trapped in Dis.
With all of these problems going on, Lily and Rule keep getting surprises in the form of visitors. First, Cullen shows up after having been chased around by a demon with a woman riding it while he was in Mexico. And for some reason, he has Rule's son Toby with him. Toby, apparently wanted to spend Christmas with his dad and used Rule's credit card to buy himself a plane ticket to come to D.C. Cullen apparently saw him in the airport and brought him to Rule's place. Then, Lily's grandmother shows up with her friend Li Qin to explain what's been going on with the magic. We also see a good deal of Cynna since she's working the demon case with Lily and it's possible that her old mentor Jiri is involved.
A lot ends up happening. A rival clan gets creative with trying to kill Rule and he ends up with a power boost. We do find out what's been going on with the demons and in what way Jiri is involved and for some reason, it surprised me the way that that all played out. Especially what she'd done to get Rule, Lily and company exactly where she wanted them. The whole thing with Leidolf also turned out to be quite interesting. I'm wondering how that will continue to play out down the line. Will Rule have to spend significant time in Virginia from now on?
The developments with Cynna and Cullen sure turned out interesting. I wonder if this is a way of tying her to Nokolai so that she will have to accept that she's supposed to be the next Nokolai Rhej. Cullen is thrilled. Cynna-not so much. I can't wait to see what happens there.
The thing I'm most happy about is that Rule and his wolf seem to have come to terms with what happened in Dis. That Lily is not gone. It took some time, but peace has been made.
The biggest surprise came at the end. Lily's grandmother sure likes shocking people. But it seems that humanity will get some help from an unexpected source. A really cool source, though.
I'm really enjoying this series. I just love Lily and Rule.
May 23, 2016
Rating: 4.5
I don’t want to gush too much about this series so far because there are 9 books left for me to read and I don’t want to jinx it but....YAAASS!!!
I don’t want to gush too much about this series so far because there are 9 books left for me to read and I don’t want to jinx it but....YAAASS!!!
I really love the way everyone is kind of developing their relationship with each other and figuring out their roles and how they can all work together. Rule and Cullen have been friends for years but its still endearing to see their love and dedication to one another. As well as witnessing a new friendship take shape between Cynna and Lily. Everyone is establishing true friendships and loyalties. There’s almost nothing I love more than a loyal ass friend. Screw, fame and fortune, I’ll take a loyal friend over that crap any day.
FBI agent Cynna Weaver teams up with sorcerer Cullen Seabourne to help identify elected officials who have accepted demonic pacts. But the passion simmering between them-and their investigation-spiral out of control when an ancient prophecy is fulfilled.
Just like some of my other favorite characters in the other Urban Fantasy series’ I so love and adore (there are only two others) Rule, Lily, Cynna and Cullen are always and I mean ALWAYS tangled in a bunch of mess and Bloodlines is no different. What I really enjoyed about their adventures this time around was that everyone already knew each other going in. There were no awkward introductions or pissing contests to see who would be dominant. All parties are privy to one another and so things were able to just be set into motion.
One thing I would like to see switched up in this series is the choice of villain. The first, second and third book all featured demons as the main antagonist and Big Bad. There are other conflicts and issues that are thrown throughout the mix but for the most part, the biggest obstacle is demons. There is definitely something sinister brewing as a result of some events that occurred in Bloodlines, I just hope Eileen is quick on the uptake and I don’t have to spend another book wondering how they’re going to defeat THIS demon.
I’m still thoroughly enjoying Rule and Lily’s relationship and their interactions with one another. I’m also really liking the new pairing that is explored between Cynna and Cullen. They have this really bitter and harsh banter with one another but its not malicious or even mean. It reads more as pent up attraction than them actually disliking one another. When Cullen wants to put on for the ladies he definitely knows how to but what I love about Cynna is that she doesn’t buy his BS and he likes that she doesn’t. Everyone is just so cute!
Lily is shaking out to be one of my favorite Urban Fantasy characters. A lot of times when you read these books that has a character with strong moral standards, after a couple books or sometimes even just one, those morals and values start to get bent and blurred out of shape. And I’m not saying that is a bad thing, sometimes the situations they’re put in calls for them to be a little flexible. But what I love about Lily, is that even though she’s been thrown into this world where Lupi deal with their own justice and view death as a simply as they view their laundry, she holds on to her integrity. I really love that, especially considering the fact the some of the situations she ends up in are damn near impossible to solve while staying above board, but she doesn’t falter.
There is a continuing story arc in this series and I’m definitely interested in seeing where it goes. But more than anything, I want to know how both Rule and Cullen are going to handle their very different but major, new responsibilities. Next book is called “Night Season.” CANT WAIT TO GET STARTED!
August 21, 2011
This one was interesting. Honestly, the very ending, with Grandmother Yu, did a lot to garner a couple extra goodwill points for me.
One thing that bums me out is that getting more Cullen in this book only served to make me dislike the character. Frankly, I think he's an arrogant, opinionated, bossy asshole who thinks way too highly of his own intelligence and abilities. Constantly insisting on doing things his way, even though most of the time he's wrong. Being judgmental about everyone else, even arguing that Rule should cut Lily out of the loop (you know who, of every non-villain we have met in this series, I would trust LEAST with the Codex? Cullen. So he can fuck right off - I don't care who he thinks should get to know about it), and he also has a fairly disgusting and offputting temper that makes him come across like a giant spoiled brat. He does everything short of flinging himself on the floor and holding his breath to get his way.
Nope, don't like him. So yeah... I am guessing the next book in the series is going to suck for me, since it seems to really feature him. *sigh*
Also sad to see that we are continuing the trend of action happening offscreen... though this time it was at least cleverly masked with Rule's (still unexplained) blackouts. Fight starts, he blacks out, fight is over and he's trying to piece together what happened. *sigh* This clearly is just how Wilks writes, and I hate it. Also am becoming less and less fond of the way that pivotal plot elements are unexplained phenomenon. That was a fairly huge issue for the last book, and it continues in this one. I am tired of being left to try and puzzle together how something makes sense, or just forced to shrug and accept it despite the inconsistencies / lack of explanation.
One thing that bums me out is that getting more Cullen in this book only served to make me dislike the character. Frankly, I think he's an arrogant, opinionated, bossy asshole who thinks way too highly of his own intelligence and abilities. Constantly insisting on doing things his way, even though most of the time he's wrong. Being judgmental about everyone else, even arguing that Rule should cut Lily out of the loop (you know who, of every non-villain we have met in this series, I would trust LEAST with the Codex? Cullen. So he can fuck right off - I don't care who he thinks should get to know about it), and he also has a fairly disgusting and offputting temper that makes him come across like a giant spoiled brat. He does everything short of flinging himself on the floor and holding his breath to get his way.
Nope, don't like him. So yeah... I am guessing the next book in the series is going to suck for me, since it seems to really feature him. *sigh*
Also sad to see that we are continuing the trend of action happening offscreen... though this time it was at least cleverly masked with Rule's (still unexplained) blackouts. Fight starts, he blacks out, fight is over and he's trying to piece together what happened. *sigh* This clearly is just how Wilks writes, and I hate it. Also am becoming less and less fond of the way that pivotal plot elements are unexplained phenomenon. That was a fairly huge issue for the last book, and it continues in this one. I am tired of being left to try and puzzle together how something makes sense, or just forced to shrug and accept it despite the inconsistencies / lack of explanation.
October 15, 2019
A great production by Graphic Audio, who brought this complicated story and characters to life.
Lily and Rule, as well as Cynna and Cullen, are all nearly in over their heads with the new threat they are facing. A magic wind blows by the world, bringing with it demons who attack the werewolf pack heirs. There is a bigger plan under way and Lily and her allies are trying to uncover it, tugging on different threads and hoping to solve the mystery before any more deaths, including Rule's, who seems to have been poisoned.
A lot of things happen in this book, we learn what the enemy is after (), what Lily's grandmother's gift is (), Rule becomes , and Cynna .
Engaging story and characters that I look forward to reading more about, starting with Cynna's story next in Night Season.
Previous book reviews:
✦ Mortal Danger (World of the Lupi #2) ~ ★★★ (09/08/2014)
✦ Originally Human (World of the Lupi #1.5) ~ ★★★★ (29/12/2013)
✦ Tempting Danger (World of the Lupi #1) ~ ★★★ (29/08/2013)
Lily and Rule, as well as Cynna and Cullen, are all nearly in over their heads with the new threat they are facing. A magic wind blows by the world, bringing with it demons who attack the werewolf pack heirs. There is a bigger plan under way and Lily and her allies are trying to uncover it, tugging on different threads and hoping to solve the mystery before any more deaths, including Rule's, who seems to have been poisoned.
A lot of things happen in this book, we learn what the enemy is after (), what Lily's grandmother's gift is (), Rule becomes , and Cynna .
Engaging story and characters that I look forward to reading more about, starting with Cynna's story next in Night Season.
Previous book reviews:
✦ Mortal Danger (World of the Lupi #2) ~ ★★★ (09/08/2014)
✦ Originally Human (World of the Lupi #1.5) ~ ★★★★ (29/12/2013)
✦ Tempting Danger (World of the Lupi #1) ~ ★★★ (29/08/2013)
September 10, 2010
Ms. Wilks writes beautifully, intricately detailed stories. That is what makes her tales wonderful and sometimes a bit over-informing. Don't get me wrong I loved this book, i just got bogged down under the rules and information, glassy eyed. This was a necessity for the story which it not written quickly with little thought as many are these days. The action is intense, unyielding and believable. The Grandmother steals the show with just a few paragraphs !
This is a must read, but be ready to sit back and take your time, this is full bodied story !
This is a must read, but be ready to sit back and take your time, this is full bodied story !
January 2, 2015
Yeah, this book was just amazing to read again! I had forgotten some of the big twists, but it was so fantastic to read it again!
*First read December 31st, 2014*
Oh, I enjoyed this book so much! It was just so good! I can't wait to read more, I have an itch to read more of this series!
Merged review:
Too bad that this wasn't in Blood Lines, it was just so good! Now to read more!
*First read December 31st, 2014*
Oh, I enjoyed this book so much! It was just so good! I can't wait to read more, I have an itch to read more of this series!
Merged review:
Too bad that this wasn't in Blood Lines, it was just so good! Now to read more!
May 9, 2015
I probably shouldn't have read this after any Thea Harrison...
Anyhow, I think I gave this series a chance. After 3 books, I was hoping for the Kate Daniels bat to hit it, but no, still not engaged, still bored to tears, still bogged down in unnecessary scenes.
Anyhow, I think I gave this series a chance. After 3 books, I was hoping for the Kate Daniels bat to hit it, but no, still not engaged, still bored to tears, still bogged down in unnecessary scenes.
February 25, 2023
So far this book is the best book in the series. Ms. Wilks gets better and better at writing the series and I think with the world is getting more familiar which makes the books more familiar.
I wasn't so keen on the previous book in the series - still a great read, but looking back the story wasn't so much my thing. Now, we're on track with what is now clearly a long term story and our main characters are beginning to find out how serious things are. I enjoyed reading about the attraction between Cullen and Cynna, but at times I thought it took away from the bigger plot and I found myself skimming through some of those parts in favor of learning what was going on with the demons and the murders. I also did find the skipping back and forth between plots and characters to be a bit distracting at times, but not enough to keep me away from the book. I love the ease with which Rule and Lily interact and I enjoy their established relationship. Also, Lily’s grandmother continues to be my favorite character and I am itchy to read more about her.
I'm looking forward to continuing on to book 4.
I wasn't so keen on the previous book in the series - still a great read, but looking back the story wasn't so much my thing. Now, we're on track with what is now clearly a long term story and our main characters are beginning to find out how serious things are. I enjoyed reading about the attraction between Cullen and Cynna, but at times I thought it took away from the bigger plot and I found myself skimming through some of those parts in favor of learning what was going on with the demons and the murders. I also did find the skipping back and forth between plots and characters to be a bit distracting at times, but not enough to keep me away from the book. I love the ease with which Rule and Lily interact and I enjoy their established relationship. Also, Lily’s grandmother continues to be my favorite character and I am itchy to read more about her.
I'm looking forward to continuing on to book 4.
August 12, 2022
I'm really, really enjoying this series. I just wish the books were longer considering how expensive they are! But still a great urban fantasy with great characters and a FANTASTIC romance where the main love interests act like MATURE adults that even sometimes talk to each other AND compromise.
July 2, 2017
It was good reading material with interesting story plot.
May 5, 2020
Protagonistas: Lily & Rule, Cynna & Cullen
Profesiones: Policia & Lu nuncio, Policia & Hechicero
Pais: USA
Profesiones: Policia & Lu nuncio, Policia & Hechicero
Pais: USA
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June 21, 2025I wanted to give this series another chance, but I couldn't take it anymore. So I unfed this book 14% in.
February 9, 2019
4.5 stars. This book started with a bang and did not let up!
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