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Действието на този удивителен роман се развива в съвременен Вашингтон. Настъпва краят на една кариера от десет милиарда години. За първи път от съществуването си Луцифер се влюбва, а това заплашва да промени същността и дори живота му. Жената, която го измъква от вечното отчаяние и му показва пътя към спасението, е Джана О’Кийфи. Но пътят на Луцифер, водещ далеч от злото, е нито лек, нито праволинеен. Ако иска да защити любовта си, трябва да предаде своите другари — останалите паднали ангели, споделили проклятието с него. Силите на Рая и Ада като че ли са се обединили в усилията си да му попречат да бъде с Джана. И когато се осмелява да се изправи срещу естествения ред и подлага под съмнение съдбата си, империята му се срива.
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29 books1,590 followersJeri Smith-Ready has been writing fiction since the night she had her first double espresso. A steady stream of caffeine has produced twelve published novels for teens and adults since 2001.
Jeri lives in Maryland with her husband and two cats, who often play tag-team "sit in the author's lap and keep her from writing." (The cats, that is, not the husband. Though, actually...)
Jeri lives in Maryland with her husband and two cats, who often play tag-team "sit in the author's lap and keep her from writing." (The cats, that is, not the husband. Though, actually...)
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March 27, 2015
** 4 " LOVABLE LUCIFER" STARS**
I dare anyone to read this book and notlove crush on the devil ... Okay, maybe you won't, but I did.
**say it with me now ** ---> " What the hell is wrong with you ??"
I know ! I KNOW!
How could a quiet, innocent and pure, young la -- ** cough-cough** (sorry I choked ) lady like myself, grow to care for a fallen angel ? Well, either Jeri Smith-Ready is a superb writer or Lucifer phoned Life Alert because he's not only up and about, he also found his way into my grinchy heart.
Even so, my newfound soft spot for (fictional) Lucifer has me a little paranoid.....EEK! . . Which is why 'm sending my copy to Carla tomorrow. If I'm going to hell, I'm dragging her down with me :-)
Would anyone else like to join us? .... Cool, buy the book! . . . MWAH !
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I dare anyone to read this book and not
**say it with me now ** ---> " What the hell is wrong with you ??"
I know ! I KNOW!
How could a quiet, innocent and pure, young la -- ** cough-cough** (sorry I choked ) lady like myself, grow to care for a fallen angel ? Well, either Jeri Smith-Ready is a superb writer or Lucifer phoned Life Alert because he's not only up and about, he also found his way into my grinchy heart.
Even so, my newfound soft spot for (fictional) Lucifer has me a little paranoid.....EEK! . . Which is why 'm sending my copy to Carla tomorrow. If I'm going to hell, I'm dragging her down with me :-)
Would anyone else like to join us? .... Cool, buy the book! . . . MWAH !
For more reviews, Free E-books and Giveaways
September 15, 2010
This is Jeri Smith-Ready’s first published work. She wrote it for the 2000 Writer’s Association Novel contest. Because I love Smith-Ready’s ‘Aspect of Crow’ and ‘WVMP’ series, I was really interested in reading her first literary foray. I’m so glad that I did.
I loved this book. It reminded me a lot of Kevin Smith’s 1999 (awesome) film ‘Dogma’ - beautifully and hilariously depicting biblical characters in the modern world. Lucifer hangs out with three demon cronies – Beelzebub, Belial and Mephistopheles. The four of them exchange witty banter that occasionally turns macabre and disturbing – but is also darkly humorous.
“Wanna go down to the Vietnam Memorial and make helicopter noises?”
But it’s not all wit and black humor. Smith-Ready actually delves into Lucifer’s relationship with his ‘Father’ – God, and explores his feelings of abandonment from the one who was supposed to be the centre of his universe.
The love story is actually quite a slow burn. You would think a story about the Devil falling in love would be all fireworks and epic diatribes about the beauty and salvation of love. But what makes this book so brilliant is that love creeps up on Lucifer the same way it does for most people. He’s not expecting it; he rebels against it, tries to deny it but eventually succumbs – slowly and thoroughly. That’s also what makes Lucifer such an intriguing character – that he is so relatable in his emotions.
And his love interest isn’t what you’d expect. Gianna isn’t a virginal beacon of purity and honesty – she is a lawyer turned lobbyist for America’s poor – but she’s actually quite cynical and jaded, spouting witty self-deprecating humor that makes her entirely endearing.
The romance is quite romantic – regardless of the fact that Lucifer is still carrying out his demonic plans while wooing Gianna, and that he has bizarre reactions to his feeling for her (like threatening to throw her into the Grand Canyon if she doesn’t admit to loving him). What makes the love story so appealing is that it’s all so completely new and shiny to Lucifer – he’s stumbling, bumbling along in the relationship with absolutely no idea about what he’s doing.
A long-sleeved velvet dress cleaved to her thin body and was a deep, delicious red that made my eyeballs feel drunk. I fought to remember who I was and to maintain an aloofness appropriate to the second most powerful being in the universe.
I wasn’t successful.
What makes ‘Requiem’ so interesting is Smith-Ready’s gradual build-up to an intense emotional conclusion. A novel about the devil falling in love could have been pretty boring, but Smith-Ready writes the story as a gradual culmination to the Devil revealing himself to the woman he loves. Lucifer struggles with his love for Gianna, especially when he feels the need to reveal himself to her and have no secrets between them. It’s an intense build-up, and Lucifer’s internal struggles and Gianna’s possible reactions to his true identity reveal ‘Requiem’ as an amazing metaphor. Lucifer as evil incarnate could be any sinister individual – murderer, pedophile, rapist – and Smith-Ready asks the uncomfortable question of whether or not he can be forgiven, rehabilitated or even loved.
I might be making ‘Requiem’ sound like seriously heavy reading. It is definitely an admirable literary work – but having read ‘Requiem’ I can see why Smith-Ready was contracted for her fantasy series ‘Aspect of Crow’ and Urban Fantasy ‘WVMP’. Smith-Ready beautifully intertwines theological debates, black witticisms, and interesting characters in the modern world. She’s funny, dark and thought provoking. Don’t assume this is a heavy read – it’s actually very funny and enjoyable, and surprisingly romantic.
I’ve heard a few people say that after reading a few duds (*cough* ‘Covet’ *cough*) they are completely turned off by the whole ‘Angel’ storyline. Well, I would highly recommend ‘Requiem for the Devil’ as a cure. Smith-Ready has written the ultimate fallen angel love story – and she’s written it with panache, dark humor and infinite tenderness for the embodiment of evil and his romantic trials and tribulations.
April 3, 2010
Who is the ultimate bad boy? That honor would have to go to the Devil himself. And that is exactly who the hero is in this breathtakingly real and beautiful story. The Devil or Lucifer (or Lou or Louis, but never call him Satan) falls in love for the very first time- to Gianna O’Keefe. Lou struggles with his identity and his duty as he does whatever it takes to keep Gianna with him. Lou’s fellow head honcho’s: Beelzebub, Mephistopheles, and Belial make for interesting characters in and of themselves, and at times great comic relief.
However, be warned, this book is NOT for everyone. There is a lot of foul language, hey, we are talking about the Devil here. There are some innuendos and a couple of brief and very mild (non-descript) M/M scenes. However, if you can get past that, this book has it all: humor, love, sadness, betrayal, redemption, and jealousy. I laughed so hard in some parts I was crying. And at other parts I cried so much my face hurt (no other book has made me cry this much either….). And just when you have EVERYTHING figured out, there is a plot twist, or two, or several, so this book will defiantly keep you on your toes! Expect the unexpected. This book is written in first person- from the Devil's POV. So, those of you who do not like first person books... be warned. I, however, felt that it was best written in this format, especially from the "hero's" POV.
I was not too excited that Gianna was a 35 year old woman, but she was EXACTLY who she needed to be in order to love the Devil himself. Even though I wanted her to be young and innocent (and yes I mean a virgin), it just would NOT have worked at all. This book is a romance and a religious novel all rolled into one, and each character did things and made decisions that you might not think are right, but in order for the book to work, those decisions were the ones that had to be made.
This book has to be the best book I have ever read, I would give it 6 stars if I could. However, I was not to terribly thrilled about the non-HEA. It’s not really a non-HEA, it’s more of the author leaving it up to the reader to interpret the ending how they want. Gianna gets shot and killed. Michael comes to Lou and tells him he must decide the fate of Gianna’s soul- heaven or hell? Lou sends her up to heaven. Lou finds out that Beelzebub was the mastermind behind Gianna’s murder and he turns his back on his friend and fellow fallen angel. Although Lou and God come to an understanding and you are left with the impression that Lou is welcomed back into heaven. He goes in a back door which one of his minions found around the time Gianna and Lou started dating- it’s a portal in a brick wall in an AIDS hospice center. Lou strips and goes in- naked. The End. We learn earlier that souls that go to heaven have no memory of their mortal life. So, the author leaves it up to the reader to draw their own conclusions. Does Lou basically charm and romance Gianna’s heart all over again? Or, does he somehow make her remember their mortal life together? In my mind I pick the latter. After all… he IS the Devil… even if he is in heaven.
However, be warned, this book is NOT for everyone. There is a lot of foul language, hey, we are talking about the Devil here. There are some innuendos and a couple of brief and very mild (non-descript) M/M scenes. However, if you can get past that, this book has it all: humor, love, sadness, betrayal, redemption, and jealousy. I laughed so hard in some parts I was crying. And at other parts I cried so much my face hurt (no other book has made me cry this much either….). And just when you have EVERYTHING figured out, there is a plot twist, or two, or several, so this book will defiantly keep you on your toes! Expect the unexpected. This book is written in first person- from the Devil's POV. So, those of you who do not like first person books... be warned. I, however, felt that it was best written in this format, especially from the "hero's" POV.
I was not too excited that Gianna was a 35 year old woman, but she was EXACTLY who she needed to be in order to love the Devil himself. Even though I wanted her to be young and innocent (and yes I mean a virgin), it just would NOT have worked at all. This book is a romance and a religious novel all rolled into one, and each character did things and made decisions that you might not think are right, but in order for the book to work, those decisions were the ones that had to be made.
This book has to be the best book I have ever read, I would give it 6 stars if I could. However, I was not to terribly thrilled about the non-HEA. It’s not really a non-HEA, it’s more of the author leaving it up to the reader to interpret the ending how they want. Gianna gets shot and killed. Michael comes to Lou and tells him he must decide the fate of Gianna’s soul- heaven or hell? Lou sends her up to heaven. Lou finds out that Beelzebub was the mastermind behind Gianna’s murder and he turns his back on his friend and fellow fallen angel. Although Lou and God come to an understanding and you are left with the impression that Lou is welcomed back into heaven. He goes in a back door which one of his minions found around the time Gianna and Lou started dating- it’s a portal in a brick wall in an AIDS hospice center. Lou strips and goes in- naked. The End. We learn earlier that souls that go to heaven have no memory of their mortal life. So, the author leaves it up to the reader to draw their own conclusions. Does Lou basically charm and romance Gianna’s heart all over again? Or, does he somehow make her remember their mortal life together? In my mind I pick the latter. After all… he IS the Devil… even if he is in heaven.
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January 14, 2016
I'm too lazy and busy to write a decent and good review, so I'll just say that I loved this book. I would not recommend it for everyone but I did love it for me! The Devil stole my soul in a very good way.
And the ending?
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And the ending?
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February 5, 2012
What happens when Lucifer falls in love? Well, first you try to figure out why the hell he fell in love with this human.
Gianna could be very irritating. She was combative with Lucifer – or as she knows him, Louis – off the bat with really no provocation (that she knows of). He was rich and that was enough for her to be antagonistic toward him. At one point he even had to ask her, "What did I do to deserve that comment?" Yes, he's Lucifer, but she doesn't know that. She doesn't know much about him at first beyond him being rich and what his company does. Anything he did for her she'd get self-righteous and preachy.
She even responded to his declaration of love with a tantrum. His subsequent reaction was pretty bad, even though it was obvious he had no intention of following through, and yet I was still more annoyed with her. There is something really wrong when The Prince of Darkness irritates me less than his human girlfriend.
Lucifer (and his cohorts – Beelzebub, Mephistopheles, and Belial) was…what he is. A demon. The Devil. Author of All Evil. In short, they were gross. They reveled in murder, destruction and mayhem. Yawned at rape, and came up with a scheme to start a war that had me going
(of course, it was meant to be and the way they talked about it was uncomfortable). He could be rather inconsistent at times, kind of like a swinging pendulum. Yet, to my mind, Smith-Ready did a decent job of making Lucifer a somewhat relatable character on a human level (which is a good thing since the story is written in the first person from his point of view). Or maybe I felt that way because he seemed to be trying and Gianna was grating on my nerves. I'm not sure.
The biggest problem I had was with their love. Maybe, if this were any other romance novel, I would have believed in it. I think we got a little more show than the tell that seems to be the norm nowadays. But when you want me to believe that in something like six billion years and out of a gagillion women Lucifer has suddenly fallen head over heels, in soul-changing love, you better make me feel it. He sees her and there's something special, but I didn't get why. The sex they have is different but I didn't understand why it would be. They have conversations and are very abrasive with each other (mostly of her doing) and I just never understand how he's in love with her, or why she's in love with him. Why is he so ready to change his existence for her? Why does she attempt to push through all her fears for him? Make me understand!
There were some scenes that were pretty entertaining to read. Lucifer celebrating Christmas and meeting the family was definitely up there. The only other somewhat mentionable problem I had, and I fully admit that I may have been reading something into the story that wasn't there, but some the actions of the four main demons felt like a tacit insinuation that homosexuality is in some way wrong. I can't be sure if I was being over sensitive about it or not. There was a line later on that did make me think it may actually be an angel/demon thing and not a male/male thing. So that at least allowed me to feel better about it. Some people seem to have a problem with the amount of Theology in this book, but I'm not at all sure how that's a problem when one picks up a book about The Devil. I didn't think there was an inordinate amount in this story. It was pretty integral to where it was going. I don't know Angelology enough to know much of the liberties taken in this story, I'm sure there were plenty and that it will really grate on other people.
There are quite a few occurrences in the story that are pretty predictable. Things you see coming from the beginning and others that make themselves apparent later on. The ending manages to be predictable, somewhat clichéd, and unexpected at the same time. In my current, still-screwed-from-the-bar, emotional state I should have been a blubbery mess. But since I wasn't feeling their love like I should have been I kind of shrugged my shoulders and said, "Eh, it had to happen." I will say that the book seemed stronger in the end than it had previously. Even though there was no basis for it, I did buy into Lucifer's love for Gianna more through the end of the book.
This was kind of a middle of the road book where I can't make a confident recommendation other than to read it for yourself. I can only say it was okay. The story was a good idea, but the execution was lacking. I think if the love story had been better, and the characters stronger, I would have really liked it.
Gianna could be very irritating. She was combative with Lucifer – or as she knows him, Louis – off the bat with really no provocation (that she knows of). He was rich and that was enough for her to be antagonistic toward him. At one point he even had to ask her, "What did I do to deserve that comment?" Yes, he's Lucifer, but she doesn't know that. She doesn't know much about him at first beyond him being rich and what his company does. Anything he did for her she'd get self-righteous and preachy.
She even responded to his declaration of love with a tantrum. His subsequent reaction was pretty bad, even though it was obvious he had no intention of following through, and yet I was still more annoyed with her. There is something really wrong when The Prince of Darkness irritates me less than his human girlfriend.
Lucifer (and his cohorts – Beelzebub, Mephistopheles, and Belial) was…what he is. A demon. The Devil. Author of All Evil. In short, they were gross. They reveled in murder, destruction and mayhem. Yawned at rape, and came up with a scheme to start a war that had me going
(of course, it was meant to be and the way they talked about it was uncomfortable). He could be rather inconsistent at times, kind of like a swinging pendulum. Yet, to my mind, Smith-Ready did a decent job of making Lucifer a somewhat relatable character on a human level (which is a good thing since the story is written in the first person from his point of view). Or maybe I felt that way because he seemed to be trying and Gianna was grating on my nerves. I'm not sure.
The biggest problem I had was with their love. Maybe, if this were any other romance novel, I would have believed in it. I think we got a little more show than the tell that seems to be the norm nowadays. But when you want me to believe that in something like six billion years and out of a gagillion women Lucifer has suddenly fallen head over heels, in soul-changing love, you better make me feel it. He sees her and there's something special, but I didn't get why. The sex they have is different but I didn't understand why it would be. They have conversations and are very abrasive with each other (mostly of her doing) and I just never understand how he's in love with her, or why she's in love with him. Why is he so ready to change his existence for her? Why does she attempt to push through all her fears for him? Make me understand!
There were some scenes that were pretty entertaining to read. Lucifer celebrating Christmas and meeting the family was definitely up there. The only other somewhat mentionable problem I had, and I fully admit that I may have been reading something into the story that wasn't there, but some the actions of the four main demons felt like a tacit insinuation that homosexuality is in some way wrong. I can't be sure if I was being over sensitive about it or not. There was a line later on that did make me think it may actually be an angel/demon thing and not a male/male thing. So that at least allowed me to feel better about it. Some people seem to have a problem with the amount of Theology in this book, but I'm not at all sure how that's a problem when one picks up a book about The Devil. I didn't think there was an inordinate amount in this story. It was pretty integral to where it was going. I don't know Angelology enough to know much of the liberties taken in this story, I'm sure there were plenty and that it will really grate on other people.
There are quite a few occurrences in the story that are pretty predictable. Things you see coming from the beginning and others that make themselves apparent later on. The ending manages to be predictable, somewhat clichéd, and unexpected at the same time. In my current, still-screwed-from-the-bar, emotional state I should have been a blubbery mess. But since I wasn't feeling their love like I should have been I kind of shrugged my shoulders and said, "Eh, it had to happen." I will say that the book seemed stronger in the end than it had previously. Even though there was no basis for it, I did buy into Lucifer's love for Gianna more through the end of the book.
This was kind of a middle of the road book where I can't make a confident recommendation other than to read it for yourself. I can only say it was okay. The story was a good idea, but the execution was lacking. I think if the love story had been better, and the characters stronger, I would have really liked it.
February 8, 2010
Requiem for the Devil was a wonderful story of what happens when the ultimate bad guy (Lucifer) finds love. Lucifer or Lou has been on earth for billions of years savory every bad deed he can possible muster. Then, he meet Gianna and immediately realizes that this is not his usual one night stand. Gianna is not a perfect angel, she is just a 35 year old woman who wants to do good while exercising her feminist nature. I found the plot very different from anything that has been published before and was surprised at the interesting twists and turns. The old saying that love cures all truly fits the conclusion of this book. If I had to criticize anything in the book it would be the sometimes overuse of profanity but I guess when you are dealing with the devil, what should I expect. Definitely a good read.
July 11, 2013
Rating: 4.25/5
I never thought that one day I would say this, but I think that I'm having a serious case of "Sympathy For The Devil".
This book... Seriously, I have no idea how to write down my feelings about it. It tricked me so many times that I don't trust myself with my thoughts right now; the author did a fine job misleading me everytime I thought I knew which way the story was going, but then she would take an entirely different path, leaving me breathless and gasping until the very end.
And my GOD, what was that ending?! It should have been predictable, and yes I was rooting for him to have his way and for his plan to work, but he is the Devil, so why should he...
See? even now I'm confused..
It goes without saying that the story of Lucifer "Lou" and Gianna is one I'm not ready to forget anytime soon.
I never thought that one day I would say this, but I think that I'm having a serious case of "Sympathy For The Devil".
This book... Seriously, I have no idea how to write down my feelings about it. It tricked me so many times that I don't trust myself with my thoughts right now; the author did a fine job misleading me everytime I thought I knew which way the story was going, but then she would take an entirely different path, leaving me breathless and gasping until the very end.
And my GOD, what was that ending?! It should have been predictable, and yes I was rooting for him to have his way and for his plan to work, but he is the Devil, so why should he...
See? even now I'm confused..
It goes without saying that the story of Lucifer "Lou" and Gianna is one I'm not ready to forget anytime soon.
July 1, 2020
Да вдигнем тост за Дявола ! Не за този, когото сме свикнали да възприемаме като символ на бунта и хаоса, на злото и разрушението. Този унищожава, ала не е създател.Предизвиква страх, злоба, завист, мъка,скръб и болка, но не знае какво е да чувства.Но той е само един лъжлив образ, когото хората използват за да дадат име на своите нещастия.Питали ли сте се някога как така Бог е изритал тоя нещастен богохулник, отказал да се подчинява, и го е изпратил при своите чада, при цялата обич, която, уж, изпитва към нас хората ?
April 25, 2009
I would give this book 6 stars or more if i could. I absolutley loved it. It's a great story of love and redemption, but also amusing and fun. I think this is the first time i have actually cried my eyes out with a book, but it was great!
July 9, 2015
Over the years, I have often ascribed songs to books I've loved. Sometimes because I listened to that particular song while I read the book, sometimes because one song in particular just reminds me so much of the book. For me, this book is Sara Brightman's rendition of Who Wants to Live forever by Queen. Hauntingly beautiful. But sad. So sad.
This is not a case of young, virginal beauty meets sexy bad-boy/devil, an often used (abused) theme that reminds me of a PNR version of Lolita. No, Lou's (Lucifer) love interest here, is 35 year-old Gianna. She's cynical, jaded, comes from a catholic family and works as an advocate for the poor. Their story is told from Lucifer's POV.
So how should an author portray a 12 billion year-old being? Obviously it'd be hard for a human imagination to do him justice. Here, Lucifer and his cohorts are portrayed as rich and powerful men, living in Washington DC, corrupting politicians, inspiring suicides, inciting race riots while planning to retake heaven. Yet, they are almost like lost boys, plotting and rebelling against their overly patriarchal Father. Even so, at least some of them secretly yearn for their lost home, Lucifer perhaps most of all,since he's the one they followed, and the being who now serves as their sole guiding light. A fact that is hidden so deeply within his psyche that he mostly fails to acknowledge the emotion for what it is. He Fell for the right to free thought, free will, to bow down to nobody, but lives with a constant, nagging feeling that even their worst actions are somehow parts of His Divine plan. And that his role, for the rest of his existence, will be that of the devil. Satan, prince of Hell.
Lucifer, or Lou as he goes by in the modern world, is first drawn to Gianna in a nightclub, where she displays her independent nature: She gloriously defies her tone deafness and sings as if she owns the stage. But it is after a night of hot sex that they both feel an almost scary connection they've never experienced before, and Lou decides to pursue his first ever second (and eventually third, fourth, fifth...) date with the same woman. Trying to woo a woman who thinks his wealth is deplorable is hard enough, when you have to hide the fact that your real daytime job is so much worse.
For an ancient angel, having his first ever girlfriend, is of course, not a smooth ride. Especially when the woman in question constantly draws him into theological debates and dares him to prove his love, and eventually questions his role as the eternal adversary of God. These scenes are sweet, funny, even hilarious. Imagine following your girlfriend to mass when you're allergic to holiness. Buying her a crucifix because it means so much to her, celebrating Christmas with her religious family and gay brother. As a first time boyfriend he's actually not half bad. When he's not threatening to throw her over the Grand Canyon because she won't admit to loving him, that is. Or later on, to incinerate zoo animals.
But it was the ending that made this book such an emotional read for me. At one tragical, but pivotal point in the story, he holds Gianna's eternal fate in his hands. Will he choose to keep and try to make her happy in Hell, or let her go.
I must admit I cried. If you need a HEA, this might not be the book for you. Because yes, this is a story of redemption (even though there is still only one being he will kneel before). But there is no traditional HEA between a man (well angel/devil) and the woman he loves here. Instead, there is a HEA of another, deeper sort.
The strength of this story was, perhaps the ending, but it is also why I am not giving this books six stars.
I think I'll go turn on my music player and be melancholic for a while now...
This is not a case of young, virginal beauty meets sexy bad-boy/devil, an often used (abused) theme that reminds me of a PNR version of Lolita. No, Lou's (Lucifer) love interest here, is 35 year-old Gianna. She's cynical, jaded, comes from a catholic family and works as an advocate for the poor. Their story is told from Lucifer's POV.
So how should an author portray a 12 billion year-old being? Obviously it'd be hard for a human imagination to do him justice. Here, Lucifer and his cohorts are portrayed as rich and powerful men, living in Washington DC, corrupting politicians, inspiring suicides, inciting race riots while planning to retake heaven. Yet, they are almost like lost boys, plotting and rebelling against their overly patriarchal Father. Even so, at least some of them secretly yearn for their lost home, Lucifer perhaps most of all,since he's the one they followed, and the being who now serves as their sole guiding light. A fact that is hidden so deeply within his psyche that he mostly fails to acknowledge the emotion for what it is. He Fell for the right to free thought, free will, to bow down to nobody, but lives with a constant, nagging feeling that even their worst actions are somehow parts of His Divine plan. And that his role, for the rest of his existence, will be that of the devil. Satan, prince of Hell.
Lucifer, or Lou as he goes by in the modern world, is first drawn to Gianna in a nightclub, where she displays her independent nature: She gloriously defies her tone deafness and sings as if she owns the stage. But it is after a night of hot sex that they both feel an almost scary connection they've never experienced before, and Lou decides to pursue his first ever second (and eventually third, fourth, fifth...) date with the same woman. Trying to woo a woman who thinks his wealth is deplorable is hard enough, when you have to hide the fact that your real daytime job is so much worse.
For an ancient angel, having his first ever girlfriend, is of course, not a smooth ride. Especially when the woman in question constantly draws him into theological debates and dares him to prove his love, and eventually questions his role as the eternal adversary of God. These scenes are sweet, funny, even hilarious. Imagine following your girlfriend to mass when you're allergic to holiness. Buying her a crucifix because it means so much to her, celebrating Christmas with her religious family and gay brother. As a first time boyfriend he's actually not half bad. When he's not threatening to throw her over the Grand Canyon because she won't admit to loving him, that is. Or later on, to incinerate zoo animals.
But it was the ending that made this book such an emotional read for me. At one tragical, but pivotal point in the story, he holds Gianna's eternal fate in his hands. Will he choose to keep and try to make her happy in Hell, or let her go.
I must admit I cried. If you need a HEA, this might not be the book for you. Because yes, this is a story of redemption (even though there is still only one being he will kneel before). But there is no traditional HEA between a man (well angel/devil) and the woman he loves here. Instead, there is a HEA of another, deeper sort.
The strength of this story was, perhaps the ending, but it is also why I am not giving this books six stars.
I think I'll go turn on my music player and be melancholic for a while now...
August 12, 2012
This is is one of my favorite books.
Its really difficult to adequately explain this book. I mean, okay, the devil falls in love huh, but no really, it was an incredible book. A continuation of Milton’s Paradise Lost and yet the emotion is straight Dante.
At its core is a concept that I happen to believe. Love transforms. It stretches us. Makes us willing to do the other thing. Little loves are practice for the big loves. Big loves enable us to admit to the little loves. All love is a reflection of the primal love that binds the universe.
Hmmm…that probably won’t sell anyone will it. Well, the characters are incredibly well developed, believable, funny, poignant.
I mean okay, it reads like a joke, so Beelzebub, Mephistopheles, and Lucifer go into a bar…And then it happens. He hears her sing. Looses himself. Finds himself.
Lucifer is as he should be. The rebel questioning. In love with knowledge and the human mind. Has a problem with his relationship with God. Can’t even say dad’s name. Pretends it doesn’t bother him. Spends his time being evil because what else is there for him to do. He’s the devil.
Gianna, his beloved, is very cool, questioning Catholic, kind, generous, a punk rocker and a political advocate. He asks her where she wants to go, she chooses the Grand Canyon. Decks him when he crosses the line. Banters beautifully.
The author avoids stereotypes, tropes, and any particular religious line to deliver the kind of book you can read over and over again.
Its really difficult to adequately explain this book. I mean, okay, the devil falls in love huh, but no really, it was an incredible book. A continuation of Milton’s Paradise Lost and yet the emotion is straight Dante.
At its core is a concept that I happen to believe. Love transforms. It stretches us. Makes us willing to do the other thing. Little loves are practice for the big loves. Big loves enable us to admit to the little loves. All love is a reflection of the primal love that binds the universe.
Hmmm…that probably won’t sell anyone will it. Well, the characters are incredibly well developed, believable, funny, poignant.
I mean okay, it reads like a joke, so Beelzebub, Mephistopheles, and Lucifer go into a bar…And then it happens. He hears her sing. Looses himself. Finds himself.
Lucifer is as he should be. The rebel questioning. In love with knowledge and the human mind. Has a problem with his relationship with God. Can’t even say dad’s name. Pretends it doesn’t bother him. Spends his time being evil because what else is there for him to do. He’s the devil.
Gianna, his beloved, is very cool, questioning Catholic, kind, generous, a punk rocker and a political advocate. He asks her where she wants to go, she chooses the Grand Canyon. Decks him when he crosses the line. Banters beautifully.
The author avoids stereotypes, tropes, and any particular religious line to deliver the kind of book you can read over and over again.
April 5, 2016
I just could not get into this book, and I really wanted to. I'm a sucker for a good romance novel and a mix of Lucifer and romance is a dream come true, but I just could not get into it. The main character was a bore and just predictable in her thinking and actions, and I'm not interested in a book where Lucifer has to be changed. He's thousands, if not more years old, and I'm supposed to buy this woman changes his entire life. I skipped to the end and I'm glad I did because I would have been beyond disappointed, especially with the epilogue. Just disappointing and bland.
November 3, 2022
Sympathy for the devil.
I absolutely loved this book and was rooting for “Louis” and Gianna. I love it when I’m still thinking about a book, hours after finishing it, and this was one of those.
I absolutely loved this book and was rooting for “Louis” and Gianna. I love it when I’m still thinking about a book, hours after finishing it, and this was one of those.
November 6, 2019
I think that this novel just wasn't my type. It wasn't boring or anything.
I was easy to read and I read it really quickly.
The thing is that the plot wasn't good enough to entertain me.
I believe the topic is the problem. When I saw this book I was really intrigued. I mean, devil being on earth and falling in love with a human being, and not only that was out of ordinary but seemed interesting to me.
At that time I was really into romance novels, and I just thought that this would be good.
Well, I overestimated this one.
While reading "requiem for the devil" i caught myself just skipping some parts of the story because I was bored to death.
I am sorry for saying such things about a book that wasn't bad. It really wasn't. I appreciate the fact that the main character changed. I loved to see how it went but it could've been shorter. I would have enjoyed it more than I actually did.
I'll try to choose the novels more wisely and the ones that will be up to my expectations.
I was easy to read and I read it really quickly.
The thing is that the plot wasn't good enough to entertain me.
I believe the topic is the problem. When I saw this book I was really intrigued. I mean, devil being on earth and falling in love with a human being, and not only that was out of ordinary but seemed interesting to me.
At that time I was really into romance novels, and I just thought that this would be good.
Well, I overestimated this one.
While reading "requiem for the devil" i caught myself just skipping some parts of the story because I was bored to death.
I am sorry for saying such things about a book that wasn't bad. It really wasn't. I appreciate the fact that the main character changed. I loved to see how it went but it could've been shorter. I would have enjoyed it more than I actually did.
I'll try to choose the novels more wisely and the ones that will be up to my expectations.
March 14, 2020
The writing was good but I didn't like the female character. Too much Christian for me and a religious ending. I don't need Jesus
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 15, 2019
Well deserved 5-star rating from me.
Love stories are simply not my cup of tea but this one was different. Author created magnificent couple of two - Devil and very own Earth’s Woman.
Book was really pleasant - I enjoyed reading it (which is the most important aspect of course). The way Gianna stoles Lucifer’s heart has been precisely described. Jeri Smith-Ready did this obviously on purpose - main reason was to show the capability of human race women’s appeal but I think that there was something more behind it.
If Satan, the second ranked omnipotent being is easily distracted by a human, obeys her and LOVES her then he surely isn’t close to God’s power since he is „breakable” and much weaker than his father.
As an atheist I can say it was’t a problem for me to understand each character since I was objective.
I’ll also add that right now, for sure, I know that my relationship is healthy :))))
Thanks Requiem.
Love stories are simply not my cup of tea but this one was different. Author created magnificent couple of two - Devil and very own Earth’s Woman.
Book was really pleasant - I enjoyed reading it (which is the most important aspect of course). The way Gianna stoles Lucifer’s heart has been precisely described. Jeri Smith-Ready did this obviously on purpose - main reason was to show the capability of human race women’s appeal but I think that there was something more behind it.
If Satan, the second ranked omnipotent being is easily distracted by a human, obeys her and LOVES her then he surely isn’t close to God’s power since he is „breakable” and much weaker than his father.
As an atheist I can say it was’t a problem for me to understand each character since I was objective.
I’ll also add that right now, for sure, I know that my relationship is healthy :))))
Thanks Requiem.
January 23, 2019
REMARKABLE! One of the best books i’ve ever read! Or maybe even the best one of them all...
As a Christian myself, at first I didn’t really find it right to read a book about Satan. I simply gave it a try, picking it up from the bookshelf. However, after reading a few pages I instantly became kind of addicted to it!
Louis is a truly interesting character. Sneaky and ruthless, yet caring and compassionate towards Gianna and his trusted companions. That’s what makes the novel more unusual and unique.
I can’t help, but mention all those amusing dialogues, which made me giggle and share them with others. Can not forget about Gianna having a flu and talking to her brother and Lou with her hilarious and temporary speech impediment!
I’m not able to say whether the ending disappointed me or was suited perfectly for this kind of book. It gives me mixed feelings...
I hope that there are more novels like "Requiem for the Devil" out there! I wouldn’t refuse to read them!
As a Christian myself, at first I didn’t really find it right to read a book about Satan. I simply gave it a try, picking it up from the bookshelf. However, after reading a few pages I instantly became kind of addicted to it!
Louis is a truly interesting character. Sneaky and ruthless, yet caring and compassionate towards Gianna and his trusted companions. That’s what makes the novel more unusual and unique.
I can’t help, but mention all those amusing dialogues, which made me giggle and share them with others. Can not forget about Gianna having a flu and talking to her brother and Lou with her hilarious and temporary speech impediment!
I’m not able to say whether the ending disappointed me or was suited perfectly for this kind of book. It gives me mixed feelings...
I hope that there are more novels like "Requiem for the Devil" out there! I wouldn’t refuse to read them!
November 1, 2018
Excerpt from my review - originally published at Offbeat YA.
Pros: Imaginative story with a foot firmly planted in the Devil's mythology. Well-balanced mix of evil, angst and humour. Non-graphic sex (if you don't like erotica).
Cons: Premise requires suspension of disbelief. A couple of incidents during Lucifer and Gianna's relationship, even more so. Demons crack a couple of rape jokes (one of them not aimed at women though). An animal gets killed.
Will appeal to: Supernatural lovers, even if not keen on romance. Romance lovers looking for the ultimate forbidden one.
You all know that I read very few adult books, and that even in YA (or the rare NA) I do my best to read books with none-to-minimal romance - and even less sex. I made an exception for Smith-Ready's novels though (well, this one and the WVMP Radio series so far, plus her YA standalone This Side of Salvation), because the premises were awesome...and the books lived up to them.
Fun fact: Jeri also writes romance under the pen name Avery Cockburn.
DEVIL MAY CARE
I went into this book with a thirst for the strange and deadly, so to speak. Some of my favourite books are the ones where characters defy natural laws (whether as undead, time travelers, alt-reality explorers, or supernaturally-powered entities) - so I didn't even mind that I had to sit through a love story to get that 😅. Now, on the one hand, the very idea that the Devil, after ten billion years, would fall in love for the very first time is preposterous. Plus, while Gianna is remarkable in more than a way, she didn't strike me as so unique that she might be the only creature in the whole world (and time) Lucifer could love. And yet...in the context of the story, and in Smith-Ready's capable hands (though this one was her very first book!), it worked for me. Yeah, me, the ultimate romance shunner. Of course, it helped that the prose was strong without being purple, and that the author made her research, delving into both the religious and the mundane visions/interpretations of the Devil's story (see the Acknowledgments section). And of course, novel-wise, the times were probably ripe for Lucifer to fall in love, since early on we're given hints that he's starting to get bored with same old, and deep down, he's itching for something more (not going to elaborate because SPOILER). So, you might infer that Gianna is the right woman at the right time in his ten-billion-year-old existence. Even though (or exactly because?), oops, she's catholic. [...]
Whole review here.
Pros: Imaginative story with a foot firmly planted in the Devil's mythology. Well-balanced mix of evil, angst and humour. Non-graphic sex (if you don't like erotica).
Cons: Premise requires suspension of disbelief. A couple of incidents during Lucifer and Gianna's relationship, even more so. Demons crack a couple of rape jokes (one of them not aimed at women though). An animal gets killed.
Will appeal to: Supernatural lovers, even if not keen on romance. Romance lovers looking for the ultimate forbidden one.
You all know that I read very few adult books, and that even in YA (or the rare NA) I do my best to read books with none-to-minimal romance - and even less sex. I made an exception for Smith-Ready's novels though (well, this one and the WVMP Radio series so far, plus her YA standalone This Side of Salvation), because the premises were awesome...and the books lived up to them.
Fun fact: Jeri also writes romance under the pen name Avery Cockburn.
DEVIL MAY CARE
I went into this book with a thirst for the strange and deadly, so to speak. Some of my favourite books are the ones where characters defy natural laws (whether as undead, time travelers, alt-reality explorers, or supernaturally-powered entities) - so I didn't even mind that I had to sit through a love story to get that 😅. Now, on the one hand, the very idea that the Devil, after ten billion years, would fall in love for the very first time is preposterous. Plus, while Gianna is remarkable in more than a way, she didn't strike me as so unique that she might be the only creature in the whole world (and time) Lucifer could love. And yet...in the context of the story, and in Smith-Ready's capable hands (though this one was her very first book!), it worked for me. Yeah, me, the ultimate romance shunner. Of course, it helped that the prose was strong without being purple, and that the author made her research, delving into both the religious and the mundane visions/interpretations of the Devil's story (see the Acknowledgments section). And of course, novel-wise, the times were probably ripe for Lucifer to fall in love, since early on we're given hints that he's starting to get bored with same old, and deep down, he's itching for something more (not going to elaborate because SPOILER). So, you might infer that Gianna is the right woman at the right time in his ten-billion-year-old existence. Even though (or exactly because?), oops, she's catholic. [...]
Whole review here.
August 22, 2025
Assigning two stars to a novel is a thankless task, especially when the potential for greatness was so evident . Requiem for the Devil by Jeri Smith-Ready falls squarely into this category. While not an offensive read, it languishes in a stubborn state of mediocrity, failing to deliver on its enticing premise.
The central characters, the Devil and his associates, are the primary source of disappointment. Given their eons of existence and presumed vast knowledge, one anticipates captivating wit, philosophical depth, and a certain gravitas. Instead, these supposedly timeless beings come across as utterly dull. Their actions often border on the nonsensical, squandering the intrigue inherent in their immortal perspective.
Lucifer, on his own(that is, excluding his associates) proves equally underwhelming. One expects a character who has witnessed the rise and fall of civilisations to possess a certain level of wisdom and complexity. Regrettably, Smith-Ready’s portrayal falls flat. Lucifer’s motivations and actions remain largely unexplored, and trust me, it will leave you with a sense of dissatisfaction like it did me.
The heroine, Gianna, presents another significant misstep. Far from being an engaging protagonist, she evokes feelings of frustration and even disdain. The narrative fails to establish her appeal, leading me to question her suitability as the central character. The fact that the Devil himself appears more interesting speaks volumes about Gianna’s shortcomings as a character.
Oh man, the novel’s thematic exploration also falters. The blurb and the author’s stated inspiration by Paradise Lost lead one to expect a profound examination of morality, good versus evil, and the nature of free will. However, these elements remain largely unexplored, sacrificed in favour of a predictable romance narrative.
The connection to Paradise Lost feels tenuous at best. While the presence of fallen angels hints at a potential thematic link, the narrative fails to capitalise on this rich source material. The inclusion of a character like Gianna, who seems oblivious to the weight of Lucifer’s existence and the potential consequences of their interactions, further weakens the connection. I hated, absolutely hated, that she asked Lucifer what he was doing about the world’s state of affairs because is that truly a question you ask Lucifer? Why not God?
In conclusion, Requiem for the Devil squanders its promising premise. Dull characters, a predictable plot, and a lack of thematic depth leave the reader with a sense of disappointment. While the novel might hold some appeal for readers seeking a light romance with a supernatural twist, those expecting a thought-provoking exploration of good and evil will be sorely disappointed
The central characters, the Devil and his associates, are the primary source of disappointment. Given their eons of existence and presumed vast knowledge, one anticipates captivating wit, philosophical depth, and a certain gravitas. Instead, these supposedly timeless beings come across as utterly dull. Their actions often border on the nonsensical, squandering the intrigue inherent in their immortal perspective.
Lucifer, on his own(that is, excluding his associates) proves equally underwhelming. One expects a character who has witnessed the rise and fall of civilisations to possess a certain level of wisdom and complexity. Regrettably, Smith-Ready’s portrayal falls flat. Lucifer’s motivations and actions remain largely unexplored, and trust me, it will leave you with a sense of dissatisfaction like it did me.
The heroine, Gianna, presents another significant misstep. Far from being an engaging protagonist, she evokes feelings of frustration and even disdain. The narrative fails to establish her appeal, leading me to question her suitability as the central character. The fact that the Devil himself appears more interesting speaks volumes about Gianna’s shortcomings as a character.
Oh man, the novel’s thematic exploration also falters. The blurb and the author’s stated inspiration by Paradise Lost lead one to expect a profound examination of morality, good versus evil, and the nature of free will. However, these elements remain largely unexplored, sacrificed in favour of a predictable romance narrative.
The connection to Paradise Lost feels tenuous at best. While the presence of fallen angels hints at a potential thematic link, the narrative fails to capitalise on this rich source material. The inclusion of a character like Gianna, who seems oblivious to the weight of Lucifer’s existence and the potential consequences of their interactions, further weakens the connection. I hated, absolutely hated, that she asked Lucifer what he was doing about the world’s state of affairs because is that truly a question you ask Lucifer? Why not God?
In conclusion, Requiem for the Devil squanders its promising premise. Dull characters, a predictable plot, and a lack of thematic depth leave the reader with a sense of disappointment. While the novel might hold some appeal for readers seeking a light romance with a supernatural twist, those expecting a thought-provoking exploration of good and evil will be sorely disappointed
April 10, 2012
This book left me speechless for about one hour, then a million of thoughts collapsed in my brain. The author didn't sugarcoated the story, there were parts where I couldn't bare to read the next sentence but at the same time couldn't read it fast enough, if you know what I mean.
For me this novel is just brilliant, like the author's other works. This one blew up my mind; it made me cry so, so much. She has an amazing ability to describe heart-ripping situations.
Louis character was addictive, because I felt like I shouldn't like him, but the thing is I love his voice, except for one or two scenes I wish I haven't read. He has to keep many things from Gianna but somehow their relationship was open and honest at least if we talked about their feelings for each other.
I wanted to devour the book in one sit but I couldn't so I wasted my sleep hours trying to separate my mind from the story, but slumber eluded me. That is how wrapped I was in the story.
And the end... was completely unexpected.
This book is not young adult and the theme is in my opinion a bit controversial but I really, really love it.
My final thought is that the author was very brave by writing this story because it may offend some people, but if you give it a chance this is definitely worth, worth reading.
A word that describe the story completely:REDEMPTION.
For me this novel is just brilliant, like the author's other works. This one blew up my mind; it made me cry so, so much. She has an amazing ability to describe heart-ripping situations.
Louis character was addictive, because I felt like I shouldn't like him, but the thing is I love his voice, except for one or two scenes I wish I haven't read. He has to keep many things from Gianna but somehow their relationship was open and honest at least if we talked about their feelings for each other.
I wanted to devour the book in one sit but I couldn't so I wasted my sleep hours trying to separate my mind from the story, but slumber eluded me. That is how wrapped I was in the story.
And the end... was completely unexpected.
This book is not young adult and the theme is in my opinion a bit controversial but I really, really love it.
My final thought is that the author was very brave by writing this story because it may offend some people, but if you give it a chance this is definitely worth, worth reading.
A word that describe the story completely:REDEMPTION.
July 8, 2010
Wow..wouldn't you know it. I'm in love.
Who could've imagined; Lucifer, evil itself, falling in love? After falling from paradise and residing for billions of years on this God forsaken earth, Lucifer's heart has been captured by a mere mortal.
Gianna; headstrong, Catholic, fighter for the poor. Lucifer cannot help but be enthralled by her. But how can this love ever be? How can he be the Devil when because of Gianna, he is slowly regaining his humanity and instead of destroyign lives, he is saving millions?
We follow Lucifer's agony as the relationship becomes deeper and the ever growing problem of him being the Lord of Hell is closer to being discovered. That is until one day, all is revealed and Gianna is thrust into her own personal hell as she finds that she is in love with the Devil.
What to do? What to do when someone finds that they need Gianna dead in order to save their dark lord?
What to do when Gianna's immortal fate is in Lucifer's unholy hands?
Jeri Smith-Ready has created a masterpiece. It was a true experience witnessing humanity through the eyes of being who is supposedly evil and unredeemable. I'm in awe.
Who could've imagined; Lucifer, evil itself, falling in love? After falling from paradise and residing for billions of years on this God forsaken earth, Lucifer's heart has been captured by a mere mortal.
Gianna; headstrong, Catholic, fighter for the poor. Lucifer cannot help but be enthralled by her. But how can this love ever be? How can he be the Devil when because of Gianna, he is slowly regaining his humanity and instead of destroyign lives, he is saving millions?
We follow Lucifer's agony as the relationship becomes deeper and the ever growing problem of him being the Lord of Hell is closer to being discovered. That is until one day, all is revealed and Gianna is thrust into her own personal hell as she finds that she is in love with the Devil.
What to do? What to do when someone finds that they need Gianna dead in order to save their dark lord?
What to do when Gianna's immortal fate is in Lucifer's unholy hands?
Jeri Smith-Ready has created a masterpiece. It was a true experience witnessing humanity through the eyes of being who is supposedly evil and unredeemable. I'm in awe.
March 23, 2011
"Please allow me to introduce" my comments by sharing the fact I won a copy of this book signed by the author. The devil is alive and well, not exactly well, as he is unsure how to handle his feelings of love toward human Gianna O'Keefe, as he has never experienced the emotion before. In his human form Lucifer is Louis Carvalho, a handsome, wealthy government consultant in Washington, D.C. As their dating progresses to more serious involvement -- including a visit to Gianna's family during Christmas, complete with church attendance where Louis uses an incense allergy excuse to explain his adverse reaction -- Lucifer gradually alienates his fellow demon associates who have likewise assumed human forms. There is plenty of snappy, funny dialogue between characters, and occasionally more serious ecclesiastical and epistemological musings. Overall, the book is light entertainment, and with its central theme of a longing for companionship, even for the devil, I suppose I could call it a combination of Doctor Zhivago and Doctor Faustus if I was that desperate for a clever end to this mini-review.
December 28, 2011
While I list this as a paranormal romance, it's more a character piece. Lucifer and his pals are unrepentantly evil and there is some humor appropriate to that. Even when he's falling in love, we never really get brooding devil who regrets what he did. At the end, as he has hope to be reunited with all that he's lost, Lucifer is still a bit on the arrogant side and doesn't repent, even though he has changed. He is who he is, but we're left with the possibility that he will still be loved no matter what. I'll be honest, I did cry reading this, and if you're looking for a HEA with Gianna and Lucifer settling down with a white-picket fence and 2.5 hellspawn, this isn't the book for you. I went in expecting cotton candy and got a meal instead with likeable and realistic main characters and well-developed side-characters.
January 26, 2016
I cannot believe this ended like it did. I was like "is my book missing pages?".
Though I enjoyed it, at the same time it felt kin of meh. I feel like the author makes a lot of assumptions regarding the knowledge of the reader on certain matters. Also, many of the characters felt empy and underdeveloped. Many of them were just plot devices. Gianna, the protagonist, despite being a Catholic, was very shallow, selfish and self-rightgeous. She only convinced me at the end. You know.
Anyway, I thoroughly enjoyed the theological diatribe between Lou and Gianna and the kind of struggling Lucifer has to go through. This is not your average romance novel, but if you're very hard on your beliefs, you might not want to read a book narrated by Lucifer, however fictional the character might be.
Though I enjoyed it, at the same time it felt kin of meh. I feel like the author makes a lot of assumptions regarding the knowledge of the reader on certain matters. Also, many of the characters felt empy and underdeveloped. Many of them were just plot devices. Gianna, the protagonist, despite being a Catholic, was very shallow, selfish and self-rightgeous. She only convinced me at the end. You know.
Anyway, I thoroughly enjoyed the theological diatribe between Lou and Gianna and the kind of struggling Lucifer has to go through. This is not your average romance novel, but if you're very hard on your beliefs, you might not want to read a book narrated by Lucifer, however fictional the character might be.
May 3, 2013
My favorite books to read, and the kind I aspire to write, have the power to make me laugh, cry, think - and above all, stick with me such that I revisit them time and again.
This is one of those stories.
Bring your hanky. You may not think you'll need it, but you will. You can't find a more flawed, unlikely hero than Lucifer himself - and the author doesn't sugar coat his nature (in spite of the humor and snark that peppers the book and adds a believable, humanizing element to every character). What happens when evil incarnate falls in love? A beautiful, frightening, funny, and heart/gut-wrenching journey that will either destroy him or set him free. Perhaps both.
Just read it. You'll be glad you did.
But seriously - keep the hanky.
This is one of those stories.
Bring your hanky. You may not think you'll need it, but you will. You can't find a more flawed, unlikely hero than Lucifer himself - and the author doesn't sugar coat his nature (in spite of the humor and snark that peppers the book and adds a believable, humanizing element to every character). What happens when evil incarnate falls in love? A beautiful, frightening, funny, and heart/gut-wrenching journey that will either destroy him or set him free. Perhaps both.
Just read it. You'll be glad you did.
But seriously - keep the hanky.
June 15, 2009
This book was great. From other reviews I had read that it was ok, unrealistic or disapointing but to me it wasn't at all. This book took me through many emotions and at times had me laughing out loud continuously and other times crying. I loved the progress the characters made and how well and perfectly matched they seemed to be for one another. There were definitely surprises, but neccessary ones. And from a person who normally only reads series I wasn't at all disapointed. =)
December 7, 2012
Honestly, I really wanted to like this book but just couldn't bring myself to do so. When it came through the post from the Book Depository I was so excited to get started, but within the first few pages discovered how terrible this book really was. The characters were not believable or realistic and lacked any appealing qualities whatsoever. I must admit I did not read through the whole book, but this was because I personally found it just too boring to read on.
March 16, 2013
Jeri Smith-Ready's first novel is romantic, thought provoking, stirring and funny (beware, some of the humor is dark, but hey, what would you expect when it involves the devil?). Nearly Shakespearean, it's a love story that touches on the power of redemption and reconciliation. If any story could inspire some 'sympathy for the devil', this would be it.
June 18, 2009
Wow! Jen was right! Better than Twilight! :)
August 27, 2015
The whole time I just wanted to fall into Lou's arms and be on the receiving end of that penetrating stare of his.
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