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Kilty #8
Cherubim
The insane, corrupted Arch Angel Seth has been captured, so Anne, Con and Michael might have a moment to breathe, right?Don’t count on it.Another team of Angels, the Cherubim, have arrived to wipe out the Angeli and kill any human who doesn’t meet their standards. The first-arriving Cherub, Rathe, is a long-haired teen with the face of an angel. He seems like an unlikely villain, but he’s created two Angeli-hunting Sentinels, including an evil ex-mercenary with nasty plans for Anne.While Michael orchestrates the Angeli offensive, it’s up to Anne and Con to find Rathe and stop him before he opens the floodgates to Chaos.
- GenresParanormal
229 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 4, 2015
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Amy Vansant
80 books833 followersAmy Vansant is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today best-selling author who writes with an unique blend of thrills, romance and humor (occasionally with a touch of time travel or fantasy). Check out the Pineapple Port Mystery series or her Urban Fantasy Thriller, the Kilty Series!
Website: http://www.amyvansant.com/
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Website: http://www.amyvansant.com/
She loves interacting with fans when the dog isn't laying on top of her, so stop by her blog or Twitter and say hi!
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June 10, 2015
Delightful and memorable!
I read this book without having read the first volume first, and I was concerned it wouldn't make much sense to me, as a result. However, it turned out it can be read as a standalone, and I have enjoyed it immensely. Amy Vansant's humor is wicked and her characters' dialogue had me howling all the time. There is a series of strange creatures in the book, both angelic and human, and all of them added fascination and enthusiasm to my reading experience. There is hilarity, but also shocking cruelty in the interactions between this motley crew of characters, but it all works remarkably well to make up a story that stays with you and leaves you thirsty for more. I was astounded by how much I enjoyed this book, because I don't normally enjoy stories containing dark characters or violence, but somehow the author found the perfect balance as to not let this bother even someone like me. This book has made me a fan of Amy Vansant's work, and I intend to read more from this author.
I read this book without having read the first volume first, and I was concerned it wouldn't make much sense to me, as a result. However, it turned out it can be read as a standalone, and I have enjoyed it immensely. Amy Vansant's humor is wicked and her characters' dialogue had me howling all the time. There is a series of strange creatures in the book, both angelic and human, and all of them added fascination and enthusiasm to my reading experience. There is hilarity, but also shocking cruelty in the interactions between this motley crew of characters, but it all works remarkably well to make up a story that stays with you and leaves you thirsty for more. I was astounded by how much I enjoyed this book, because I don't normally enjoy stories containing dark characters or violence, but somehow the author found the perfect balance as to not let this bother even someone like me. This book has made me a fan of Amy Vansant's work, and I intend to read more from this author.
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June 10, 2015
Back in January I reviewed Angeli: The Pirate, the Angel & the Irishman, and mentioned that I would review the next installment when it arrived. Which it has, and author Amy Vansant kindly sent me a free copy in exchange for a review.
Cherubim continues the story of Sentinel Anne Bonny, her boss (and sometime lover) the Archangel Michael, and her former (currently incorporeal) lover, and fellow Sentinel, Con. Angeli ended with Anne somewhere in Virginia, and Michael and Con in South Carolina, having captured the rebellious and unstable Archangel Seth. Cherubim begins a few months on from this, with Anne and Michael back at work hunting Perfidia, and Con watching over Seth, who he believes is the key to regaining his full form.
The story gets off to a cracking start as a new and unknown player, Rathe (even he isn't sure if it's pronounced wraith or wrath) shows up, and Seth manages to trick Con and escape. We then follow both Rathe, as he tries to figure out his purpose, and begins recruiting Sentinels of his own, and the Angeli-Sentinel team, as they track Rathe (who they believe to be a Cherubim) and try to discover why the Cherubim have started appearing at all. Seth also continues to intervene, once again pursuing his own agenda.
I won't spoil the final third of the book, but I will say that the set up for the reveal at the end was masterful - subverting my expectations, yet fulfilling the promise of an earlier conversation I'd half forgotten. While offering a resolution for the immediate conflict, Cherubim leaves the fate of several key players unknown, paving the way for the next installment, due in early 2016.
I thought that Cherubim took up the threads of the previous story well. Some plot points, such as Eris' fate, and Con's body being restored, are resolved, while others are clearly longer term arcs. Very few new characters are introduced, which I liked, because it gave the existing characters room to grow, and meant that those new characters could be fully realised. The central mystery of who sent the Angeli and why, continues to be explored, but we are drip-fed the information and left to put pieces together for ourselves. The fact that Rathe knows very little helps both that central mystery, and also any new readers; while I can't imagine why anyone would start with Cherubim rather than the first novel, Rathe's ignorance of the world allows the author to explain concepts like Perfidia and the creation of the Sentinels, without slowing things down with backstory.
Tyannah was also an interesting character, because she's the first Sentinel who seems to draw on mainstream considerations of good and evil when accepting the job. Her soul-searching about who to trust and work with is a nice counterpoint to the more opportunistic take on the benefits of the lifestyle espoused by other Sentinels. I also like that she got to take action, and build on the choices she'd made.
Anne felt less central to this book, as the story followed multiple viewpoints, and it feels like she spent most of her time being beaten up and tortured. While Anne is an established badass, and has the healing factor to take a few hits, it began to feel like things were happening to her so that other people were pushed into action. While I think that it's ok for heroes to ask for help, it still made me feel a little uncomfortable that other people's growth was coming at the expense of violence toward a woman.
I also struggle with the love triangle aspect of the Angeli novels, probably because I don't really understand the appeal of Michael. I think Anne and Michael broke up, but I'm not really sure, and she might be with Con but they haven't really talked about it - all of which felt like a bit of a distraction from the main story. The intense jealousy that all female angels apparently feel toward Anne over Michael also seems kind of unnecessary. It perpetuates the trope of all women in fiction being bitchy and fighting over men, plus, again, I don't really get why Michael is worth fighting for. I should say that the romance stuff only takes up a small part of the story though, and I'm not a romance fan, so other readers may enjoy that aspect.
The Angeli series continues to be a fresh and interesting take on the supernatural, and one that invites the reader to engage with the story rather than passively absorb information. I thoroughly enjoyed Cherubim, and will enjoy speculating on what Amy Vansant has in store for Anne and friends while I wait for the next installment.
Cherubim continues the story of Sentinel Anne Bonny, her boss (and sometime lover) the Archangel Michael, and her former (currently incorporeal) lover, and fellow Sentinel, Con. Angeli ended with Anne somewhere in Virginia, and Michael and Con in South Carolina, having captured the rebellious and unstable Archangel Seth. Cherubim begins a few months on from this, with Anne and Michael back at work hunting Perfidia, and Con watching over Seth, who he believes is the key to regaining his full form.
The story gets off to a cracking start as a new and unknown player, Rathe (even he isn't sure if it's pronounced wraith or wrath) shows up, and Seth manages to trick Con and escape. We then follow both Rathe, as he tries to figure out his purpose, and begins recruiting Sentinels of his own, and the Angeli-Sentinel team, as they track Rathe (who they believe to be a Cherubim) and try to discover why the Cherubim have started appearing at all. Seth also continues to intervene, once again pursuing his own agenda.
I won't spoil the final third of the book, but I will say that the set up for the reveal at the end was masterful - subverting my expectations, yet fulfilling the promise of an earlier conversation I'd half forgotten. While offering a resolution for the immediate conflict, Cherubim leaves the fate of several key players unknown, paving the way for the next installment, due in early 2016.
I thought that Cherubim took up the threads of the previous story well. Some plot points, such as Eris' fate, and Con's body being restored, are resolved, while others are clearly longer term arcs. Very few new characters are introduced, which I liked, because it gave the existing characters room to grow, and meant that those new characters could be fully realised. The central mystery of who sent the Angeli and why, continues to be explored, but we are drip-fed the information and left to put pieces together for ourselves. The fact that Rathe knows very little helps both that central mystery, and also any new readers; while I can't imagine why anyone would start with Cherubim rather than the first novel, Rathe's ignorance of the world allows the author to explain concepts like Perfidia and the creation of the Sentinels, without slowing things down with backstory.
Tyannah was also an interesting character, because she's the first Sentinel who seems to draw on mainstream considerations of good and evil when accepting the job. Her soul-searching about who to trust and work with is a nice counterpoint to the more opportunistic take on the benefits of the lifestyle espoused by other Sentinels. I also like that she got to take action, and build on the choices she'd made.
Anne felt less central to this book, as the story followed multiple viewpoints, and it feels like she spent most of her time being beaten up and tortured. While Anne is an established badass, and has the healing factor to take a few hits, it began to feel like things were happening to her so that other people were pushed into action. While I think that it's ok for heroes to ask for help, it still made me feel a little uncomfortable that other people's growth was coming at the expense of violence toward a woman.
I also struggle with the love triangle aspect of the Angeli novels, probably because I don't really understand the appeal of Michael. I think Anne and Michael broke up, but I'm not really sure, and she might be with Con but they haven't really talked about it - all of which felt like a bit of a distraction from the main story. The intense jealousy that all female angels apparently feel toward Anne over Michael also seems kind of unnecessary. It perpetuates the trope of all women in fiction being bitchy and fighting over men, plus, again, I don't really get why Michael is worth fighting for. I should say that the romance stuff only takes up a small part of the story though, and I'm not a romance fan, so other readers may enjoy that aspect.
The Angeli series continues to be a fresh and interesting take on the supernatural, and one that invites the reader to engage with the story rather than passively absorb information. I thoroughly enjoyed Cherubim, and will enjoy speculating on what Amy Vansant has in store for Anne and friends while I wait for the next installment.
July 3, 2015
Amy Vansant does it yet again! In this sequel to Angeli, Anne runs into something she has never encountered before. Not quite an arch angel, yet not human either. It leaves her angry and seeing red. Literally. We find out that said creature is a Cherubim, here to rid the world of Arch Angels and wrongdoing humans alike. The first of these Cherubim is Rathe, and he has already set to work creating his own sentinels. One of whom has a thing for inflicting pain. On strong-willed women. And, he has his eyes set on Anne. Especially when he finds out she can't die.
Join Anne Bonny, Michael, and Con, on their race to find Rathe and other cherubim, before Armageddon erupts.
As with all of Amy Vansant's other books, I just could not put this one down. From the first page to the last, I was hooked.
Join Anne Bonny, Michael, and Con, on their race to find Rathe and other cherubim, before Armageddon erupts.
As with all of Amy Vansant's other books, I just could not put this one down. From the first page to the last, I was hooked.
June 10, 2015
For those who have read Angeli, the first book in this series, you will not be disappointed in Book II. For those who have not read Angeli, I recommend you read that book first. Cherubim: Angeli Book II has Anne Bonney not only battling the Perfidian, she is now faced with a new challenge, the Cherubim. There are several twists to this story that will surprise you. I found this book to be hard to put down until I finished it, which I did in record time. The ending will keep you wanting for more, so hopefully Amy Vansant is planning on releasing book III soon. This series tells a story that is unique, interesting and fun to read. I highly recommend both books.
September 27, 2016
Wow.. This book was even more intense than the first one.
Anne is still fighting the good fight, but with new and bizarre twists this time around. New characters have been added into the mix and they're not quite human, not quite angels.. There is even a guy everyone can despise.
The dialogue is hilarious at times, but the story line will have you on the edge of your seat worrying about Anne's safety.
Forget sleeping if you start reading this book late at night.. because you won't want to put it down!
I can't wait to start book 3!
Two thumbs up, and 5 very well deserved stars..
Bravo Amy.. fantastic read!
Anne is still fighting the good fight, but with new and bizarre twists this time around. New characters have been added into the mix and they're not quite human, not quite angels.. There is even a guy everyone can despise.
The dialogue is hilarious at times, but the story line will have you on the edge of your seat worrying about Anne's safety.
Forget sleeping if you start reading this book late at night.. because you won't want to put it down!
I can't wait to start book 3!
Two thumbs up, and 5 very well deserved stars..
Bravo Amy.. fantastic read!
September 19, 2016
I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
This is the second book in the Angeli series. Anne, Michael, and Con have to fight the Cherubim, a new group that may be here to start Armageddon. And the Angeli themselves may have opened the way for them. Whoops. Once again, Anne is a great heroine with an excellent blend of snark and bad-assery. The story felt way too short (which is keeping me from giving it a fourth star) but I'm very much looking forward to the next book.
This is the second book in the Angeli series. Anne, Michael, and Con have to fight the Cherubim, a new group that may be here to start Armageddon. And the Angeli themselves may have opened the way for them. Whoops. Once again, Anne is a great heroine with an excellent blend of snark and bad-assery. The story felt way too short (which is keeping me from giving it a fourth star) but I'm very much looking forward to the next book.
December 10, 2021
Kilty Angels (Kilty #7) by Amy Vansant
Well, that was certainly fun! I am not sure how I missed this one, as I pre-ordered and received it on release day. I've even read Kilty #8, which is saying something. This series is full of wonderful, endearing characters with a solidly flowing plot line, but they also easily stand on their own. It was great to be introduced to Tyanna in this one, but book #8 gave enough back story that I didn't even realize that I had missed one. So an accidental experiment in individuality? Well done, Amy Vansant! Now I'll read and love #8 again.
Well, that was certainly fun! I am not sure how I missed this one, as I pre-ordered and received it on release day. I've even read Kilty #8, which is saying something. This series is full of wonderful, endearing characters with a solidly flowing plot line, but they also easily stand on their own. It was great to be introduced to Tyanna in this one, but book #8 gave enough back story that I didn't even realize that I had missed one. So an accidental experiment in individuality? Well done, Amy Vansant! Now I'll read and love #8 again.
August 2, 2015
Cannot finish this turgid mess
I liked the first book in the series and looked forward to the next installment. I have given it several tries and cannot get through this mess of a book. The first was fun, this one is scattered and dreary. The characters in the first book were interesting and fun, these characters are lifeless and depressing.
I liked the first book in the series and looked forward to the next installment. I have given it several tries and cannot get through this mess of a book. The first was fun, this one is scattered and dreary. The characters in the first book were interesting and fun, these characters are lifeless and depressing.
January 18, 2020
Kilty Angels is an interesting story which continues the series from the previous book but it does not have the two primary reasons I am reading the series. Those reasons are Cat and Broch. They are wonderful characters and I love reading the sometimes humorous and sometimes dramatic situations they get into. Hopefully, they will be in the next book.
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June 23, 2016
I'm super interested to see where this goes. There's a whole bunch of "Oh crap!" waiting to happen. This felt very much like an "inbetween" book. It set a lot up without as much happening like in the first one. But this was a good continuation and I can't wait for the next.
July 9, 2022
Surprisely Good
I am surprised at how much I am enjoying this series. I do love the first ones better with Cat & Kilty but now I'm getting into the history prior as well. Check it out.
I am surprised at how much I am enjoying this series. I do love the first ones better with Cat & Kilty but now I'm getting into the history prior as well. Check it out.
April 16, 2023
Exciting story
Anne, Michael and Con have new enemies, the Cherubim. This story has some pretty gruesome happenings but is still fun. The characters are great and the story kept me interested. You need to read Anne & the Angeli book one before this one.
Anne, Michael and Con have new enemies, the Cherubim. This story has some pretty gruesome happenings but is still fun. The characters are great and the story kept me interested. You need to read Anne & the Angeli book one before this one.
September 7, 2015
Books like this make you want to call in sick just so you do not have to stop reading. This one is even better than the first and I can't wait for the next one.
March 3, 2016
Omg love this series! I can't wait for the next book to come out! Such a cliff hanger in my opinion! Ahhhh!
January 2, 2020
WOW
This is an amazing addition to the series. Action packed and full of excitement. I've got to get book 3 immediately!
This is an amazing addition to the series. Action packed and full of excitement. I've got to get book 3 immediately!
May 24, 2017
I've really enjoyed this series! Great characters, interesting storyline, all just amazing!
October 14, 2019
Guilty for Kilty
Really great series. Fictional characters brought to life by good humour, wit and great storylines. More please Amy! Love it x
Really great series. Fictional characters brought to life by good humour, wit and great storylines. More please Amy! Love it x
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