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Jinn Trilogy #1
Ember
Holden told Olivia it was only a matter of time before Hell came for them. After all, one doesn’t just walk away from the life he lived unscathed, but the longer Hell waited, the more Olivia let down her guard. She believed maybe happily ever after was possible—he knew it wasn’t.
But when Baker shows up beaten and bloody on their doorstep with a message, all hope evaporates. The jinn make Holden an offer he can’t refuse: convince Olivia to free them all and the jinn will fight Hell alongside them. However, if their past has proved anything, it’s that the jinn cannot be trusted. When Olivia starts hearing a voice that no one can identify and Baker isn’t acting like himself, he is forced to make a decision.
With Heaven staying hands off, Holden considers accepting the jinn’s offer behind Olivia’s back. One thing is clear, with their lives and the lives all those they hold dear at stake, something has to be done. If it were as easy as Holden going back to the jinn, he would do it in a heartbeat, but Hell wants more than his soul this time—they want Olivia’s too.
But when Baker shows up beaten and bloody on their doorstep with a message, all hope evaporates. The jinn make Holden an offer he can’t refuse: convince Olivia to free them all and the jinn will fight Hell alongside them. However, if their past has proved anything, it’s that the jinn cannot be trusted. When Olivia starts hearing a voice that no one can identify and Baker isn’t acting like himself, he is forced to make a decision.
With Heaven staying hands off, Holden considers accepting the jinn’s offer behind Olivia’s back. One thing is clear, with their lives and the lives all those they hold dear at stake, something has to be done. If it were as easy as Holden going back to the jinn, he would do it in a heartbeat, but Hell wants more than his soul this time—they want Olivia’s too.
189 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 20, 2013
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About the author
Liz Schulte
55 books614 followersMany authors claim to have known their calling from a young age. Liz Schulte, however, didn't always want to be an author. In fact, she had no clue. Liz wanted to be a veterinarian, then she wanted to be a lawyer, then she wanted to be a criminal profiler. In a valiant effort to keep from becoming Walter Mitty, Liz put pen to paper and began writing her first novel. It was at that moment she realized this is what she was meant to do. As a scribe she could be all of those things and so much more.
When Liz isn't writing or on social networks she is inflicting movie quotes and trivia on people, reading, traveling, and hanging out with friends and family. Liz is a Midwest girl through and through, though she would be perfectly happy never having to shovel her driveway again. She has a love for all things spooky, supernatural, and snarky. Her favorite authors range from Edgar Allen Poe to Joseph Heller to Jane Austen to Jim Butcher and everything in between.
When Liz isn't writing or on social networks she is inflicting movie quotes and trivia on people, reading, traveling, and hanging out with friends and family. Liz is a Midwest girl through and through, though she would be perfectly happy never having to shovel her driveway again. She has a love for all things spooky, supernatural, and snarky. Her favorite authors range from Edgar Allen Poe to Joseph Heller to Jane Austen to Jim Butcher and everything in between.
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July 4, 2019
4.5 Stars
I go back and forth on my overall feelings for this series/world with each book. I'm always reluctant to start them, but usually end up enjoying the book a lot even when it doesn't always go down the path I expect. This was no exception. I was hesitant to switch back to Holden/Olivia after the last side series in the greater world. I liked Selene, but I didn't like all the up in the air, don't know who to trust, are we putting our faith in the right people bits of the witch's series. But I do really love Femi and Baker so at least we'd be getting more of them.
Well I'm happier being back in the badass struggle of angels and demons than the fae and witches from the last couple of books. I like Holden and Olivia. I appreciated getting to see more of the angel in this story and am interested to see where Hell is building to. The ending of this one was a bit of a smack in the face and I really felt for Olivia. It makes the next book in this series more interesting though.
I go back and forth on my overall feelings for this series/world with each book. I'm always reluctant to start them, but usually end up enjoying the book a lot even when it doesn't always go down the path I expect. This was no exception. I was hesitant to switch back to Holden/Olivia after the last side series in the greater world. I liked Selene, but I didn't like all the up in the air, don't know who to trust, are we putting our faith in the right people bits of the witch's series. But I do really love Femi and Baker so at least we'd be getting more of them.
Well I'm happier being back in the badass struggle of angels and demons than the fae and witches from the last couple of books. I like Holden and Olivia. I appreciated getting to see more of the angel in this story and am interested to see where Hell is building to. The ending of this one was a bit of a smack in the face and I really felt for Olivia. It makes the next book in this series more interesting though.
January 19, 2014
When the Guardian Trilogy ended, I wanted more. It didn't feel like Olivia and Holden were finished telling their story. Now I know why. This book is the start of a new trilogy where we will learn more about Holden and the rest of the Jinn and where Olivia will have to learn how to be herself and the angel hiding inside of her. In this book, we learn that Hell is ready to try to take control of both of them or destroy them. Having a free fallen angel roaming the world is bad for Hell's agenda. Demons are looking for a weapon that will destroy Olivia. By destroying her, they will be able to get Holden's soul back for Hell. Jinn are slaves to Hell and having a free jinni is even worse than having a free angel. To top off the problems with Hell, Baker is dating Holden's only living relative, a human named Maggie. How will Baker tell Holden that he's been seeing her without getting himself killed? How will he be able to keep her from getting mixed up in everything going on with the Abyss? Being a human means she knows nothing about Jinn, angels, and whatever Baker really is. Can he bring her into their supernatural world without her going insane? The real question though is does he even want to?
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and am really looking forward to finding out where everything is going to go. We learn even more about each of these characters, including the Sehkmet Femi. I really like Femi, as do a lot of people. I hope that eventually she gets her own book. I would love to learn about how she grew up to become a bounty hunter. Anyway...If you like supernatural books that don't revolve around one type of being, this is definitely for you, but I would definitely read The Guardian Trilogy first (Secrets, Choices, and Consequences).
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and am really looking forward to finding out where everything is going to go. We learn even more about each of these characters, including the Sehkmet Femi. I really like Femi, as do a lot of people. I hope that eventually she gets her own book. I would love to learn about how she grew up to become a bounty hunter. Anyway...If you like supernatural books that don't revolve around one type of being, this is definitely for you, but I would definitely read The Guardian Trilogy first (Secrets, Choices, and Consequences).
Read more reviews at Identity Discovery Blog.
January 29, 2014
There are very few authors who can successfully spin a series off of a series and Liz can manage that masterfully. I love good versus evil stories; supernatural characters; and those that just continually leave you wanting more. Making you fall in love with characters, hate characters, cheer for them and more. Liz does this with her Guardian Trilogy and she also carries that same skill into this first book of the Jinn Trilogy. I love stories that weave different types of supernatural characters all together in one story. If you love Ember, go back and read the Guardian Trilogy. If you haven't read Ember, then you should probably start with the Guardian Trilogy. Enjoy!
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
January 9, 2014
I love Liz's books. I fell in love with them with the EBC series first....
January 17, 2014
I really hate to have to wait for the next book! Once again Liz Schulte has written a great book! I love the characters and can't wait to see what happens next!!
April 6, 2018
Cover/Title: I picked this book based on who the author was. The cover doesn't really give any idea of what the book is about. Neither does the name.
Characters: I really enjoyed these characters. There is a lot to these characters and the reader only scrapes the surface in this book.
Plot: Olivia and Holden realize their time is up. Hell as come after them finally. They race against time to figure out who their enemies are and how to stop them.
Overall: I love the action in this book. There is a lot going on and they always seem to be a step behind. I will definitely be reading more of this series.
Characters: I really enjoyed these characters. There is a lot to these characters and the reader only scrapes the surface in this book.
Plot: Olivia and Holden realize their time is up. Hell as come after them finally. They race against time to figure out who their enemies are and how to stop them.
Overall: I love the action in this book. There is a lot going on and they always seem to be a step behind. I will definitely be reading more of this series.
August 30, 2020
Woven series
Liz Schulte has an interesting writing style that pulls the readers into her books. However all her series are tangled together, of course you can read each one separate but you tend to miss out on character development when you do. I read Easybake coven first and this series starts somewhere in the middle of that, of course the main characters are supporting in the other series. I do wish I read the Jinn series before the Knead to know series. I do enjoy Schulte's writing style and look forward to reading more.
Liz Schulte has an interesting writing style that pulls the readers into her books. However all her series are tangled together, of course you can read each one separate but you tend to miss out on character development when you do. I read Easybake coven first and this series starts somewhere in the middle of that, of course the main characters are supporting in the other series. I do wish I read the Jinn series before the Knead to know series. I do enjoy Schulte's writing style and look forward to reading more.
October 17, 2019
****
Four stars only because I was able to put this book down for several months while I went on an Asian drama kick on Netflix. Still loved it though! I'm definitely left wanting to read more about Baker. :)
Four stars only because I was able to put this book down for several months while I went on an Asian drama kick on Netflix. Still loved it though! I'm definitely left wanting to read more about Baker. :)
January 29, 2014
Ember by Liz Schulte
Print Length: 189 pages
Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
Language: English
ASIN: B00HGIX8QM
My Review~
I received this book in exchange for a honest unbiased review.
First off the cover is as intriguing as the book description. It is like a puzzle you are dying to unwrap or a chocolate awaiting to be devoured. This book is as good as eating chocolates! The story is amazing and the plot will keep you riveted til the end. Oh what an ending! Can't possibly wait for the next book in this series! It will be AMAZING!! HURRY UP AND GET HERE! I haven't read this author before but I will now and I will devour and read her books. I just love finding new authors to read!! Great read and better yet the characters are wonderful and interesting. Couldn't ask for a better supernatural read!
Amazon Book Description~
Holden told Olivia it was only a matter of time before Hell came for them. After all, one doesn’t just walk away from the life he lived unscathed, but the longer Hell waited, the more Olivia let down her guard. She believed maybe happily ever after was possible—he knew it wasn’t.
But when Baker shows up beaten and bloody on their doorstep with a message, all hope evaporates. The jinn make Holden an offer he can’t refuse: convince Olivia to free them all and the jinn will fight Hell alongside them. However, if their past has proved anything, it’s that the jinn cannot be trusted. When Olivia starts hearing a voice that no one can identify and Baker isn’t acting like himself, he is forced to make a decision.
With Heaven staying hands off, Holden considers accepting the jinn’s offer behind Olivia’s back. One thing is clear, with their lives and the lives all those they hold dear at stake, something has to be done. If it were as easy as Holden going back to the jinn, he would do it in a heartbeat, but Hell wants more than his soul this time—they want Olivia’s too.
Print Length: 189 pages
Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
Language: English
ASIN: B00HGIX8QM
My Review~
I received this book in exchange for a honest unbiased review.
First off the cover is as intriguing as the book description. It is like a puzzle you are dying to unwrap or a chocolate awaiting to be devoured. This book is as good as eating chocolates! The story is amazing and the plot will keep you riveted til the end. Oh what an ending! Can't possibly wait for the next book in this series! It will be AMAZING!! HURRY UP AND GET HERE! I haven't read this author before but I will now and I will devour and read her books. I just love finding new authors to read!! Great read and better yet the characters are wonderful and interesting. Couldn't ask for a better supernatural read!
Amazon Book Description~
Holden told Olivia it was only a matter of time before Hell came for them. After all, one doesn’t just walk away from the life he lived unscathed, but the longer Hell waited, the more Olivia let down her guard. She believed maybe happily ever after was possible—he knew it wasn’t.
But when Baker shows up beaten and bloody on their doorstep with a message, all hope evaporates. The jinn make Holden an offer he can’t refuse: convince Olivia to free them all and the jinn will fight Hell alongside them. However, if their past has proved anything, it’s that the jinn cannot be trusted. When Olivia starts hearing a voice that no one can identify and Baker isn’t acting like himself, he is forced to make a decision.
With Heaven staying hands off, Holden considers accepting the jinn’s offer behind Olivia’s back. One thing is clear, with their lives and the lives all those they hold dear at stake, something has to be done. If it were as easy as Holden going back to the jinn, he would do it in a heartbeat, but Hell wants more than his soul this time—they want Olivia’s too.
January 29, 2014
4.5
Jinn, demons, Guardians, and angels ... oh and let's not forget Sehkmet and shifters too.
Ember and the Jinn Trilogy as a whole are reads I'd been long awaiting ever since the end of the Guardian Trilogy. They both feature the same characters (Olivia, Holden, Femi, and Baker) along with some not so new faces. Hell strikes back, secrets run in abundance, and Olivia hears voices. It's a tantalizing intro into the new trilogy that left me craving more.
I enjoyed revisiting with Olivia and Holden. They've grown a lot since Guardian Trilogy, but they're still one of my favorite PNR couples. Neither is perfect, yet they're perfect for each other. At the same time, reading Baker was interesting. I enjoyed his witty sayings, but I'm still not certain I really got to know him on the same level as Olivia and Holden. He's the type that intrigues me, but is it because i don't know so much? Regardless, another beautiful story will rest peacefully on my iPhone, and I am eagerly awaiting the next book.
Jinn, demons, Guardians, and angels ... oh and let's not forget Sehkmet and shifters too.
Ember and the Jinn Trilogy as a whole are reads I'd been long awaiting ever since the end of the Guardian Trilogy. They both feature the same characters (Olivia, Holden, Femi, and Baker) along with some not so new faces. Hell strikes back, secrets run in abundance, and Olivia hears voices. It's a tantalizing intro into the new trilogy that left me craving more.
I enjoyed revisiting with Olivia and Holden. They've grown a lot since Guardian Trilogy, but they're still one of my favorite PNR couples. Neither is perfect, yet they're perfect for each other. At the same time, reading Baker was interesting. I enjoyed his witty sayings, but I'm still not certain I really got to know him on the same level as Olivia and Holden. He's the type that intrigues me, but is it because i don't know so much? Regardless, another beautiful story will rest peacefully on my iPhone, and I am eagerly awaiting the next book.
March 9, 2015
At 20%, location 588, and SO DISAPPOINTED
I will finish this review when I'm actually done with the book. I've read the whole series up to this book. I enjoyed it. The plot and different characters were very original. The previous books were well written and EDITED! This book at 20% is utterly ridiculous with errors. It's very distracting when you basically have to ad-lib every other sentence. It's driving me insane. If I did not have an issue with HAVING to finish a book once I start, I would've stopped reading at around 15%! I dislike leaving negative reviews. But, I paid like $4-$5 for this book, and so far it's definitely not worth it. At all! Like I said before I enjoyed the first books immensely orbital wouldn't have purchased this one. Please don't let this turn you off from the original series.. that was fantastic. I think this book is a rough draft that totally skipped the beta readers and editors.. it's a shame because I won't buy any of the other books in this series, and I'm going to be even more disappointed.
I will finish this review when I'm actually done with the book. I've read the whole series up to this book. I enjoyed it. The plot and different characters were very original. The previous books were well written and EDITED! This book at 20% is utterly ridiculous with errors. It's very distracting when you basically have to ad-lib every other sentence. It's driving me insane. If I did not have an issue with HAVING to finish a book once I start, I would've stopped reading at around 15%! I dislike leaving negative reviews. But, I paid like $4-$5 for this book, and so far it's definitely not worth it. At all! Like I said before I enjoyed the first books immensely orbital wouldn't have purchased this one. Please don't let this turn you off from the original series.. that was fantastic. I think this book is a rough draft that totally skipped the beta readers and editors.. it's a shame because I won't buy any of the other books in this series, and I'm going to be even more disappointed.
February 7, 2014
I received a free copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. Olivia is a fallen Angel in love with Holden, as freed Jinni. She thought they were finally free, even started to let her guard down. But Holden knew that eventually Hell would come after them. The battle begins when his best friend, a shape shifter, is returned to him battered with a message from the Jinn. Will Olivia merge with her Angel and be powerful enough to save them? Who is really after her?
This book was an amazingly creative fantasy. I loved the fact that it's in modern day and these awesome characters are among us. The characters were believable and easy to connect with. The story was quite intriguing and kept me on the edge of my seat. I was really sad to see the story end, especially since it was a cliffhanger, but I look forward to revisiting Olivia, Holden, Baker, and Femi in book two, and I honestly can't wait!
This book was an amazingly creative fantasy. I loved the fact that it's in modern day and these awesome characters are among us. The characters were believable and easy to connect with. The story was quite intriguing and kept me on the edge of my seat. I was really sad to see the story end, especially since it was a cliffhanger, but I look forward to revisiting Olivia, Holden, Baker, and Femi in book two, and I honestly can't wait!
October 25, 2014
I didn't read the previous series. I didn't realize this was a separate series but started elsewhere. But thrilled I was given the opportunity to read it. A little lost in the beginning. But now I know my characters. A fallen angel and a demon... In love just trying to live. Liv is battling internally her humanity and her fallen angel side. I'm not sure how she got to be here. That's the previous series. I pushed thru and love her. Holden is a demon who she freed from being a slave. Again. Not so sure how or why etc. but this story is Lucifer trying to get Liv to take his side. Turn her back on god. And Holden to return to his previous work. This story is full of action. Not many moments of down time or slow time. I really enjoyed it. Book two should be even more kick ass. Especially because the angel of death has done pissed her off.... No spoilers people. :)
February 20, 2014
I am so excited for more Holden and Olivia!
The Jinn Trilogy is a continuation of the Guardian Series. I was so excited that we get more of Holden and Olivia's story. They are a very intriguing couple. They are characters a reader can't get enough of.
Schulte has created such a believable world (the Abyss) and it is easy to get lost inside the pages of her books. Ember was a quick read and has me wanting the second book to find out what happens.
Schulte is one of my favorite authors to read. If you haven't tried reading her books, you should pick up one. They are great. Secrets, Guardian Series book 1, is free on Amazon. I highly suggest picking it up and giving her books a try. You will not be disappointed.
I received a copy for an honest review.
The Jinn Trilogy is a continuation of the Guardian Series. I was so excited that we get more of Holden and Olivia's story. They are a very intriguing couple. They are characters a reader can't get enough of.
Schulte has created such a believable world (the Abyss) and it is easy to get lost inside the pages of her books. Ember was a quick read and has me wanting the second book to find out what happens.
Schulte is one of my favorite authors to read. If you haven't tried reading her books, you should pick up one. They are great. Secrets, Guardian Series book 1, is free on Amazon. I highly suggest picking it up and giving her books a try. You will not be disappointed.
I received a copy for an honest review.
January 29, 2014
It was so great reading more about Holden and Olivia, after the guardian trilogy, I couldn't wait. And they are back, as good as always. Hell is sure trying to put a number on them again. I adored Baker, He has a great humor... Holden is in this book a bit wilder, more violent. Evil vs Good strong story and characters. Love it so much almost read it in one sit. Bring on the next Liz! I want to read more!
I received a copy of this book for a honest review.
I received a copy of this book for a honest review.
October 8, 2014
I love the way Liz writes and this book just keeps me reading more and more of her works.
I really enjoyed this book and found that it was definitely had to put down. Took me a few chapters to get into the swing of the book - but once I was there, then there was no stopping me!!! The characters are explained well - and the way that things happen where they are living is fascinating!!
Looking forward to the next book in the series!!!
I was given a copy of this book for an honest review.
I really enjoyed this book and found that it was definitely had to put down. Took me a few chapters to get into the swing of the book - but once I was there, then there was no stopping me!!! The characters are explained well - and the way that things happen where they are living is fascinating!!
Looking forward to the next book in the series!!!
I was given a copy of this book for an honest review.
March 11, 2016
Great book. This book is a continuation of Holden & Olivia's journey. This also explains when he characters in Easy Bake Coven need them why they are busy & only briefly pop in. The journey Holden & Olivia are on, Femi & Baker are with them. At this point I have no idea what is going to happen next but I am excited to read Inferno & find out.
October 17, 2018
Loved the book! even through the missed proofing errors. I was pulled in from the first chapter and was drawn more and more to the last page. I just purchased "Inferno (The Jinn Trilogy Book 2) Kindle Edition" and am looking forward to my Jinn journey.
Would recommend this book
Would recommend this book
March 12, 2014
Totally still intrigued by this book. It ultimately picked up where the guardian trilogy ended. I hope it doesn't take long for the second book to come out.
January 5, 2015
Nice to read a little bit more about Olivia, Holden, Femi and Baker
January 9, 2015
What a wonderful series
I found myself not able to put this trilogy down. I loved every one of the books.
Wonderful reading books
I found myself not able to put this trilogy down. I loved every one of the books.
Wonderful reading books
January 23, 2016
I am totally loving this series. This author does a great job of blending all the different characters and stories together to create this world.
April 4, 2017
The beginning of another Holden and Olivia trilogy. I love these guys, I'm so excited! OK, simmer down, Kara.
This time we're getting POVs from Holden, Olivia, and Baker. Femi and Quintus are back, too, along with Maggie, a character introduced in a previous short story. Spoilers ahead if you haven't read the first trilogy!!-----Olivia is now a fallen angel and Holden is a jinni with his soul back. They've been living together trying to stay under the radar of both Heaven and Hell, but their time of not being noticed is over. There are demons, more jinni, Liv's mom makes a comeback, and unholy alliances! Good fun, moving on to part two now!
This time we're getting POVs from Holden, Olivia, and Baker. Femi and Quintus are back, too, along with Maggie, a character introduced in a previous short story. Spoilers ahead if you haven't read the first trilogy!!-----Olivia is now a fallen angel and Holden is a jinni with his soul back. They've been living together trying to stay under the radar of both Heaven and Hell, but their time of not being noticed is over. There are demons, more jinni, Liv's mom makes a comeback, and unholy alliances! Good fun, moving on to part two now!
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