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Crescent City Fae #1-3
Crescent City Fae Series #1-3
From New York Times bestselling author, Deanna Chase, the complete set of the Crescent City Fae saga (Books, 1-3)
Includes:
Influential Magic
Irresistible Magic
Intoxicating Magic
Influential Magic:
It's tough being a faery in New Orleans, a city fraught with vampires... especially when their very existence drains your life-force.
Willow Rhoswen, owner of The Fated Cupcake and part-time vampire hunter for the Void is having a rough week. Four years after her twin brother's mysterious death, Willow's life is threatened and the director saddles her with a new partner--her ex-boyfriend, David. To her horror, he's turned vamp, which causes her physical pain whenever she touches him... and any other specimen of the undead.
In order to save Willow's life, David agrees to turn double agent against the most powerful vampire organization in New Orleans. Or so he says. And she's convinced they know something about her brother's death. Unsure where David's loyalties lie, she turns to Talisen, her childhood crush, to help her solve the mystery.
Caught between two gorgeous men and a director who'll stop at nothing to control Willow's gifts, she'll have to follow her instincts and learn who to trust. Otherwise, she risks losing more than just her life.
Irresistible Magic:
Finding the perfect dress can be hell... especially when a stranger tries to gun you down in broad daylight.
Void agent and magical baker extraordinaire, Willow Rhoswen has been anticipating her first date with Talisen Kavanagh since she was sixteen. After eight years of waiting, there are only two things that can stand in her way--an assassination attempt and a new game-changing drug.
Talisen's invented a new elixir that creates superhumans, ones that can rival vampire strength, and everyone wants it. Including the vampires. With Willow's life on the line, he makes a deal with the devil, while she's forced to accept the always-strings-attached protection from the most notorious vampire organization in New Orleans.
But when Talisen and his drug go missing, Willow will stop at nothing to find him, even if it means working with her vampire-ex, David. With souped-up humans, dangerous vampires, and more questions than answers, Willow has less than twenty-four hours to find him before everything changes forever.
Intoxicating Magic:
Willow Rhoswen is finally coming to terms with the fact that Talisen--the healer she thought was the love of her life--has left town and is trying to move on when a rogue vampire poisons three of Allcot's guards. With his most trusted security team on the verge of death, the notorious Cryrique leader orders Willow to bring Talisen back to New Orleans before it's too late.
But when she gets to her hometown of Eureka, California, Willow once again finds herself the target of her brother's murderer. And suddenly no one is who they seem. With spies, secrets, and undercover missions to navigate, Willow's determined to not only survive but to do whatever it takes to protect the ones she loves, all while hopefully getting her happily-ever-after.
Includes:
Influential Magic
Irresistible Magic
Intoxicating Magic
Influential Magic:
It's tough being a faery in New Orleans, a city fraught with vampires... especially when their very existence drains your life-force.
Willow Rhoswen, owner of The Fated Cupcake and part-time vampire hunter for the Void is having a rough week. Four years after her twin brother's mysterious death, Willow's life is threatened and the director saddles her with a new partner--her ex-boyfriend, David. To her horror, he's turned vamp, which causes her physical pain whenever she touches him... and any other specimen of the undead.
In order to save Willow's life, David agrees to turn double agent against the most powerful vampire organization in New Orleans. Or so he says. And she's convinced they know something about her brother's death. Unsure where David's loyalties lie, she turns to Talisen, her childhood crush, to help her solve the mystery.
Caught between two gorgeous men and a director who'll stop at nothing to control Willow's gifts, she'll have to follow her instincts and learn who to trust. Otherwise, she risks losing more than just her life.
Irresistible Magic:
Finding the perfect dress can be hell... especially when a stranger tries to gun you down in broad daylight.
Void agent and magical baker extraordinaire, Willow Rhoswen has been anticipating her first date with Talisen Kavanagh since she was sixteen. After eight years of waiting, there are only two things that can stand in her way--an assassination attempt and a new game-changing drug.
Talisen's invented a new elixir that creates superhumans, ones that can rival vampire strength, and everyone wants it. Including the vampires. With Willow's life on the line, he makes a deal with the devil, while she's forced to accept the always-strings-attached protection from the most notorious vampire organization in New Orleans.
But when Talisen and his drug go missing, Willow will stop at nothing to find him, even if it means working with her vampire-ex, David. With souped-up humans, dangerous vampires, and more questions than answers, Willow has less than twenty-four hours to find him before everything changes forever.
Intoxicating Magic:
Willow Rhoswen is finally coming to terms with the fact that Talisen--the healer she thought was the love of her life--has left town and is trying to move on when a rogue vampire poisons three of Allcot's guards. With his most trusted security team on the verge of death, the notorious Cryrique leader orders Willow to bring Talisen back to New Orleans before it's too late.
But when she gets to her hometown of Eureka, California, Willow once again finds herself the target of her brother's murderer. And suddenly no one is who they seem. With spies, secrets, and undercover missions to navigate, Willow's determined to not only survive but to do whatever it takes to protect the ones she loves, all while hopefully getting her happily-ever-after.
961 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2015
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About the author
Deanna Chase
134 books1,697 followersDeanna is a native Californian, transplanted to the slower paced lifestyle of southeastern Louisiana. When she isn't writing, she is often goofing off with her husband in New Orleans, playing with her two shih tzu dogs, making glass beads, or out hocking her wares at various bead shows across the country. For more information and updates on newest releases visit her blog at www.deannachase.com.
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October 29, 2019
Never since Twilight have I listened to a book that must have been written for 12 year old girls. It was a moderately good story ruined by fairy Willow constantly vacillating between two different boys, losing her temper, and never being able to decide who she wants. The story itself was interesting but this Twilight-like back and forth isn't decided until the few pages of the trilogy. Skip this one unless you enjoy teen girl angst.
April 7, 2021
This is a trilogy set in a world of vampires and fae.
Fae Willow owns a magical cupcake shop and also works as an advisor for The Void; a kind of paranormal police department.
In book one she’s moping over being dumped by her boyfriend David when she returns to New Orleans and is joined by her oldest friend Tal, who she’s also had a secret crush on.
But things get complicated when David turns up and he’s a newly turned vampire.
Everyone knows fae and vampire don’t mix.
This trilogy goes through the whole ups and downs of a decent story arc full of intrigue, secrets, love triangle problems, humour and immense danger.
We get to know lots of the side characters and get our HEA - I just won’t tell you with who!
Brilliant value box set of magic and mischief.
Fae Willow owns a magical cupcake shop and also works as an advisor for The Void; a kind of paranormal police department.
In book one she’s moping over being dumped by her boyfriend David when she returns to New Orleans and is joined by her oldest friend Tal, who she’s also had a secret crush on.
But things get complicated when David turns up and he’s a newly turned vampire.
Everyone knows fae and vampire don’t mix.
This trilogy goes through the whole ups and downs of a decent story arc full of intrigue, secrets, love triangle problems, humour and immense danger.
We get to know lots of the side characters and get our HEA - I just won’t tell you with who!
Brilliant value box set of magic and mischief.
March 8, 2016
The story starts off light and hopeful and you're slowly, but not too slow, brought into the world with Willow and Tal. Then you go to New Orleans and it's all ruined. Willow is pretentious and her personality is like chewing on tin foil. I tried very hard to maintain the small connection I felt with her over the loss of her brother, but I couldn't and that surprised me. So through the first half of the story, you get to hear Willow talk about how awesome she is, that she's the inventor or this, and that, and also that, and she is the best faery in the world. There is no humility in this character, only hubris. Then there is David. She hates David. There is no doubt how much she does - then suddenly she makes a very strange move and her hatred for the vampire was just a lie. Regardless, there's back lash from what she did and she is suddenly thrust into a world she hates. Good for her. Sadly, that did not appear to be the end of the book like I hoped it would be. It was like half done and I was trying very hard to continue reading about a trite character and her abrasive friends. The only person I sort of liked was Talisen, but that is probably because he didn't get much exposure before I set the book aside.
November 1, 2018
Annoying heroine
Some really great stuff like the shop of magical pastries, but the heroine is too whiny, unnecessarily bitchy, and monumentally stupid about dashing into dangerous situations just because some guy tells her not to. Overly complex plot fails to make up for poor character development.
Some really great stuff like the shop of magical pastries, but the heroine is too whiny, unnecessarily bitchy, and monumentally stupid about dashing into dangerous situations just because some guy tells her not to. Overly complex plot fails to make up for poor character development.
September 19, 2019
Can't get enough of Deanna Chase!
I didn't want it to end. Loved this box set. I laughed, cried and got real horny! My husband enjoyed me enjoying the book.😆
I didn't want it to end. Loved this box set. I laughed, cried and got real horny! My husband enjoyed me enjoying the book.😆
May 8, 2020
I really wanted to go lower than 3*, but as much as I disliked Willow and her well... more about that in a minute. I did love Talisen, Link and Phoebe. Even the likes of Allcot and Pandora were more enjoyable, at least they were interesting and complex characters.
Now as for the protagonist and self-proclaimed heroine of this trilogy, simply put she ruins the entire story. She's pretentious, full of hubris, throwing non-stop temper tantrums. Weak willed, unable to make up her mind about anything and then blaming everyone and their grandma for the fallout.
Selfish, self-centered with no regard for the bigger picture you'd think she was 12 years old, not a grown woman with a successful business.
The people that time and gain use and abuse her she keeps making excuses for while those that continuously have her back she keeps assuming the worst of, while repeatedly biting their heads of for no apparent reason. Like I said, a 12 year old throwing tantrums.
Oh and did I mention I absolutely HATE love triangles. Seriously regret reading these books.
I am happy that I ended up reading the spin-off series 'Last Witch Standing' first, not realizing that it was in fact a spin-off at first. Because I'm honestly not sure if I still would have read it, had I read this one first, which would have been a shame, cause I absolutely love that series.
Disappointing
February 15, 2020
Book 1:
I really enjoyed this book! It's a great beginning to the Crescent City Fae series. This book had a little bit of everything, a paranormal, action packed, mystery with a side of romance, blended together perfectly. I love Willow. She is a strong, intelligent, kindhearted fairy who isn't afraid to speak her mind and stand up for her beliefs. Looking forward to book 2!
Book 2:
This is the second book of the Crescent City Fae series and is just as gripping as the first. Deanna Chase is a great writer and you feel as if you're right there experiencing each moment with the characters. Willow has very strong beliefs on what is right and wrong and stays true to herself. I'm excited to see what book 3 brings!
Book 3:
Wow! This is the third book in the Crescent City Fae series and is full of action and suprises. Willow repeatedly shows how strong she is by believing in herself and not taking the easy way out. While she did not end up with the man I had been hoping for, she did get a hea with HER perfect match, so I can't complain. A great ending to a great series!
I really enjoyed this book! It's a great beginning to the Crescent City Fae series. This book had a little bit of everything, a paranormal, action packed, mystery with a side of romance, blended together perfectly. I love Willow. She is a strong, intelligent, kindhearted fairy who isn't afraid to speak her mind and stand up for her beliefs. Looking forward to book 2!
Book 2:
This is the second book of the Crescent City Fae series and is just as gripping as the first. Deanna Chase is a great writer and you feel as if you're right there experiencing each moment with the characters. Willow has very strong beliefs on what is right and wrong and stays true to herself. I'm excited to see what book 3 brings!
Book 3:
Wow! This is the third book in the Crescent City Fae series and is full of action and suprises. Willow repeatedly shows how strong she is by believing in herself and not taking the easy way out. While she did not end up with the man I had been hoping for, she did get a hea with HER perfect match, so I can't complain. A great ending to a great series!
July 13, 2017
At a loss for words!
I had read book 1 a long time ago, to be able to re-read it and the complete set...AMAZING! Deanna has a way of giving you a back story without missing the present, or maybe it's just no fluff. Some background comes in the form of flashbacks, or memories so that you're not lost but also it is sticking to the story. Willow, Tal, and David great triangle! Each character is awesome! I love the ending, knowing where all ends up is great. Now, I want to read more about some of the others, Phoebe, maybe? Would like for her to have someone, even Nicola needs to be happy, I would like to know more about her and her sister Pandora. Can't wait to read more! If your into paranormal, then this is one for you!! Thanks Deanna! So awesome!
I had read book 1 a long time ago, to be able to re-read it and the complete set...AMAZING! Deanna has a way of giving you a back story without missing the present, or maybe it's just no fluff. Some background comes in the form of flashbacks, or memories so that you're not lost but also it is sticking to the story. Willow, Tal, and David great triangle! Each character is awesome! I love the ending, knowing where all ends up is great. Now, I want to read more about some of the others, Phoebe, maybe? Would like for her to have someone, even Nicola needs to be happy, I would like to know more about her and her sister Pandora. Can't wait to read more! If your into paranormal, then this is one for you!! Thanks Deanna! So awesome!
May 22, 2018
Stunning series
Overall: 4 out of 5 stars Performance: 4 out of 5 stars Story: 4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed: 04-30-18
With interesting characters in interesting situations, this series has completely charmed me. Over the three books, we see Willow and Tal fight mortal enemies to overcome and prevail.
Ganda Zackman does a wonderful job narrating these three stories although her pronunciation of the word ‘forward’ drove me dilly!
Highly recommended for young adult upward who have a love of stories with a HEA (eventually!) About vampires, witches and fairies.
Overall: 4 out of 5 stars Performance: 4 out of 5 stars Story: 4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed: 04-30-18
With interesting characters in interesting situations, this series has completely charmed me. Over the three books, we see Willow and Tal fight mortal enemies to overcome and prevail.
Ganda Zackman does a wonderful job narrating these three stories although her pronunciation of the word ‘forward’ drove me dilly!
Highly recommended for young adult upward who have a love of stories with a HEA (eventually!) About vampires, witches and fairies.
June 13, 2020
Great read
I really enjoyed reading Crescent City Fae Series books 1-3. There were some minor missed edits here and there, but the storyline was strong and kept me so drawn in, that I was able to read through them and enjoy the tale. Overall, I liked Deanna Chase’s take on fae, witches and vampires, the mob and the paranormal government, and how they worked in telling the story...while not exactly working together 🤣.
I really enjoyed reading Crescent City Fae Series books 1-3. There were some minor missed edits here and there, but the storyline was strong and kept me so drawn in, that I was able to read through them and enjoy the tale. Overall, I liked Deanna Chase’s take on fae, witches and vampires, the mob and the paranormal government, and how they worked in telling the story...while not exactly working together 🤣.
May 7, 2017
Loved the series
I got the series for free. It was amazing. All the vampires and fae I love reading the paranormal books this one was so good I didn't want to put it down till I read all of it. I was so glad when Willow chose the fae over the vampire.
I got the series for free. It was amazing. All the vampires and fae I love reading the paranormal books this one was so good I didn't want to put it down till I read all of it. I was so glad when Willow chose the fae over the vampire.
October 16, 2017
Great read
Had a great flow from beginning to end and never felt rushed, and even though there were times I wanted to strangle Willow they were far and few between. Thoroughly enjoyed this one!
Had a great flow from beginning to end and never felt rushed, and even though there were times I wanted to strangle Willow they were far and few between. Thoroughly enjoyed this one!
January 1, 2018
Willow, owner of The Fated Cupcake and semi-reluctant agent of the Void, which seems to be the fairy FBI, has to deal with threats to her family, a boyfriend-turned vampire, pressure from work, and protecting her friends.
October 18, 2019
A really good series!
I really enjoyed this romantic fantasy series! It's always nice to be able to read each book in the completed series that's conveniently bound into one! Very good!
I really enjoyed this romantic fantasy series! It's always nice to be able to read each book in the completed series that's conveniently bound into one! Very good!
November 1, 2019
Great read
I love Willow and Tal's relationship through all three books. Actually all the charters were great with all the interaction. The setting was wonderful and perfect for the story.
I love Willow and Tal's relationship through all three books. Actually all the charters were great with all the interaction. The setting was wonderful and perfect for the story.
October 12, 2018
Oh my
So much stuff packed into 3 books. There was some slow parts even with the action. I enjoyed the books.
So much stuff packed into 3 books. There was some slow parts even with the action. I enjoyed the books.
October 20, 2019
Great
Great series of books. Enjoyable and action packed and addictive. Great character development. Will have to read more by this author.
Great series of books. Enjoyable and action packed and addictive. Great character development. Will have to read more by this author.
November 28, 2022
I absolutely enjoyed reading this. Love the way it unfolded and kept me busy listening.
June 4, 2024
Book 1, took me a minute, but then so much 'yes' and a few tears.
Book 2- another big yes and that ending!!!
Book 3- I love SJM, but this felt...meh. I hope Book 4 is better.
Book 2- another big yes and that ending!!!
Book 3- I love SJM, but this felt...meh. I hope Book 4 is better.
October 20, 2024
Crescent City Fae
A world with known supernaturals - fae (with and without wings), vampires, shifters - most of them power hungry wanting to use or manipulate or kill Willow.
A world with known supernaturals - fae (with and without wings), vampires, shifters - most of them power hungry wanting to use or manipulate or kill Willow.
September 12, 2025
love love love!!
June 3, 2015
Great series.
I. Loved this series. Willow and Talisan are wonderful. I love the twists that the stories take. They are very well written and I had to force myself to put the kindle down.
I. Loved this series. Willow and Talisan are wonderful. I love the twists that the stories take. They are very well written and I had to force myself to put the kindle down.
June 11, 2015
A most enjoyable mystery.
Willow and co run the gamut of adventures and emotions as mysteries within mysteries slowly unravel. It's a rollicking good yarn that sustains interest over the length of the trilogy. I thoroughly enjoyed rereading all three books.
Willow and co run the gamut of adventures and emotions as mysteries within mysteries slowly unravel. It's a rollicking good yarn that sustains interest over the length of the trilogy. I thoroughly enjoyed rereading all three books.
June 12, 2015
A very decent and interesting series of books
Interesting character development, with real feeling conflicts in their changes and depth. Captivating as each book draws you into the story line. A good read.
Interesting character development, with real feeling conflicts in their changes and depth. Captivating as each book draws you into the story line. A good read.
June 25, 2015
This was a good trilogy when you're waiting for your fav. authors to come out with their next book. The best part is (besides keeping me interested) was that there where no cliff hangers, like there might be a spin off - just completed the story.
July 8, 2015
Great series!
I really enjoyed this series. It made me go through the wonders and emotions a good novel should. I believe Deanna Chase is a good author and I can't wait to read her other work!
I really enjoyed this series. It made me go through the wonders and emotions a good novel should. I believe Deanna Chase is a good author and I can't wait to read her other work!
February 8, 2016
Loved it!
I really enjoyed this series. I was frustrated with the love triangle & had a hard time deciding who I wanted Willow to end up with. I'm pleased with the way things turned out in the end though. I've read some of Deanna's other books & will definitely read more.
I really enjoyed this series. I was frustrated with the love triangle & had a hard time deciding who I wanted Willow to end up with. I'm pleased with the way things turned out in the end though. I've read some of Deanna's other books & will definitely read more.
March 29, 2016
From the moment I started reading I couldn't put it down. You are thrown into a complex world with great characters you'll love or hate. It's fast paced with lots of action. If you like Trueblood, you'll love this series. It's kind of like Trueblood meets NCIS.
January 23, 2016
Just okay
Not a very engaging book. Expected a complex world and interesting characters, received neither. Wished it had been better, I usually like this author.
Not a very engaging book. Expected a complex world and interesting characters, received neither. Wished it had been better, I usually like this author.
October 10, 2015
Perfect
It completely fit, best ending I could have hoped for. Loved it from beginning to end. The couple rough spots were easy enough with the rest of the story.
It completely fit, best ending I could have hoped for. Loved it from beginning to end. The couple rough spots were easy enough with the rest of the story.
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