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Descent
You can’t roll in the mud without getting a little dirty.
The last thing I want to do with my night is track down an escaped slave at the behest of a a dangerous, powerful, seductive incubus. But if I don’t drag my ass down to Sheol and find the female, someone else will. And that someone will drag the abused woman back to her sadistic master.
I won’t let that happen. My brother taught me right.
With no help from my overprotective partner, and my body betraying me every time my new client is near, can I maneuver through the dense, complicated politics of Sheol without pissing off every demon in power and losing my own freedom?
The last thing I want to do with my night is track down an escaped slave at the behest of a a dangerous, powerful, seductive incubus. But if I don’t drag my ass down to Sheol and find the female, someone else will. And that someone will drag the abused woman back to her sadistic master.
I won’t let that happen. My brother taught me right.
With no help from my overprotective partner, and my body betraying me every time my new client is near, can I maneuver through the dense, complicated politics of Sheol without pissing off every demon in power and losing my own freedom?
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225 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 27, 2017
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March 9, 2017
Just as much action as the prequel, but less character development. I liked it a lot, but less than Nephilim Falling. But since that was written after this, my expectations for the next book are high!
March 13, 2017
Caution: whilst every effort has been made to keep ambiguity in potential spoilers relating to the story that's chronologically prior, but later from a publication perspective, then please be aware that if you've not read Nephilim Falling there's a possibility that you might feel let down or cheated if you read this novella first. Its not critical but the background aspects are filled in places by the prequel, and the timeline will be out.
Having now become a permanent fixture at Trenton Investigations (see the Nephilim Rising prequel if you want to see how this come about, a decision I highly recommend), Lex (Alexis) Trenton now has one of only two desks in the impoverished office space. The PI was business created by her older brother to pick-up the slack created by the official systems that fail to offer adequate, and end of the line, services to less privileged and ill-recognised clients with problems relating to supernatural antecedents. But mostly he started it to cover the economic demands of living and raising his baby sister.
Lex didn't need to lift her head from her paperwork to recognise the demon nature of a potential client currently waltzing through their door as if he owned the place. To tell him to turn off the power he was exuberating would be tantamount to admitting it was affecting her; something her pride would ever admit. Nope, the immediate arousal of her underused body screamed with flashing neon signs warning her of the incubus now present. Underused being a relative concept that relates to only his particular brand of desired behaviour, and potentially only now considered like that because her feminine bits were screaming just as loudly, or even louder than the warning signs for a place in her mind.
A year might've passed since Lex was forced to witness the brutal mutilation of her then new lover. Just the barest inkling of admitting to herself that she might be ready to consider moving on from the hurt left her gut tight, but not in the lower sought after type now falling victim to the stranger's Charm. She and Lucas had barely had more than two weeks but irrespective of how weak it made her feel, it's betrayal that rears its ugly head as she dwells on the passing in of their mutual v-cards.
Enticingly for readers of the series prequel, who will recognise the history eluded to, the visitor's first sentence lets one of the proverbial cats out of their bags, that was only implied but never confirmed in the final battle scenes of Nephilim Falling. Given this little insight I'd suggest that despite publication dates, that readers should consider reading Descent after Nephilim Falling.
In the absence of his pulsating (pun intended) demon aura Lex still describes Killian Blackstone as a virile Roman hero come to life, insinuating that the moisture level of her too-hot-for-comfort panties might've still been on the cards either way. All Lex really needed to resist Killian's unenhanced powered charms was to sit back and let the man speak. Her constant flexing white knuckled fists say it all, much reminiscent of the picture that says a thousand words. He signed off further on this impression when he speaks out-of-turn on the matter of her missing brother, a possible outcome of affairs also left open in the wake of the prior (chronologically) novella of the series: Damian's now been missing for a little over a year.
Lex attributes finding her beloved brother as the only reason she's presently keeping the business's debt collection wolves at bay. Killian's family is stated as second only to her own in political and economical power in Sheol. It appears that her father's position in Sheol is ensured by the fact that he presently shacks up with Sheol's Queen, Lillith. Mother to incubi and succubi she has power none of her offspring were able to develop.
Killian throws out the bone that the money he'll pay for her fulfilling the contract will go a long way financially, and perhaps even the insinuation of information sharing, so as to help make sure she can continue her searching. Unfortunately for Lex, who'd obviously prefer to kick his arse to the curb, his gusto isn't all piss and wind. Killian does indeed have a position of import and resources that don't relate only to his popular prestige, for he's an assistant prosecutor of Sheol.
The moment Killian states the job, though, she finds herself swallowing bile progressing it's way up as it burns the back her throat. Finding Killian's missing Cambion, a.k.a. human slaves and the half-breeds , means that navigating safely through the contract without actually fulfilling what he specifically seeks, gets exponentially harder. In good conscience Lex has a list as long as her arm that detail the reasons why she can't find a missing woman to only return her as an indentured fruit box.
That is, a slave that demons like incubi and succubi basically stick straws in to suck away the life force they feed upon. Sure, in the case of incubi its said to be about pleasure mingled in overwhelming lust. Its the creation of undeniable lust that's used as a weapon. But the same cannot always be said for succubi victims. Not that Lex has any firsthand experience that can be discussed herein, but ultimately said efforts are rumoured to be extremely unpleasant or even painful when succubi feed.
Finding out that Killian isn't the only demon looking for the Cambion's return adds a dimension of intrigue regarding why this woman is so important, and heightens the conclusion that Lex needs to essentially emancipate her. Admittedly, Killian's boss holds a great deal of power, but she can't deny they could be pivotal in finding Damian. But getting on their good wide goes against everything she stands for. Not to mention that her brother's business partner, Wes, has a very intimate firsthand knowledge of the enslaved inhabitants of Sheol. If he finds out she has taken the job irrespective of whether she plans on returning her, then her precarious position gets exponentially worse.
Lex might need the money and shouldn't shirk the possible connections it could bring, but she equally doesn't need the mountain of complications it'll bring. Calling Killian Mr. Sexy Pants is corny at the best of times, but saying it out loud would be a move in the completely wrong direction. Her job is hard enough without adding complications willingly. A need to tread carefully is apparent in just the thought of precariously getting involved in Sheol politics. After all, she likes her head where it is, and being attached to her neck is a prerequisite of being able to locate Damian.
He's either in hiding or being kept against his will. There's one thing she knows without any doubt, that her brother would never have entered into his current situation willingly. Lex isn't stupid enough to see the smokescreen for what it is. But whether it's about getting one back on her father's name, which she doesn't keep or involve herself with, or another manipulation more specific to her remains speculative. Now she just has to find a way to get in and out of Sheol without getting killed, all the while finding a Cambion on the pretext of returning her to her owners. She'd be bringing her out and so it needed to be a return trip. She'd hide her where no one else would think to look, if she's still alive to do so.
But when Wes shortly thereafter, discovers what is going on, it becomes obvious that he won't commit to something he's wanted for a long time. He's so obviously stick in a metaphorical place where some unknown and as yet unrecognized preventative notions he has that stop him from making it known. I hazard to guess it's revolving around a possible betrayal of bonds established by Damian when he rescued and got him out of Sheol; much like Lex hopes to do for the Cambion. And whilst Lex stares on in a game of dumbfounded misunderstanding, she completely misses what is staring her in the face.
Descent begins to pick apart more of the unspoken elements at Trenton Investigations. In being a part of the PI business instead of trying to prove her worth, the gloves of demon interactions are now off. The nature of this action is now becoming more like typical reader expectations when delving into supernatural series such as these. Though it's important to recognise the 'likeness' in that statement. It isn't fair to take that to mean the same, for each of the two books this far have been unique in their own rites. The cander of Lex's commentary and her openness of her thoughts are great selling features.
Felicia's imagery of the world she's built is both detailed and tantalising to the extreme. As a reader its hard not to want Lex to face certain situations just to see how it's handled by Felicia's techniques. The content is an urban fantasy lover's wet dream. The tasteful way she handles what some have modelled using crass for shock factor, and blatant gore for other aspects of the story, sets her firmly into the region where adult and late teen readers can enjoy what films or conversation between friends wouldn't be capable of providing.
The changes also extend to the hitherto imagined only environment of Sheol, a dimension known by the lay as Hell. . Lex has well and truly altered perceptions I'd taken from Nephilim Calling that seemed to suggest it was an avoid-at-all-costs option to willingly transport to the other home world accessible by her hybridised genetic constitution. Indeed, I got a feeling of an unspoken convention regarding Lex's demon abilities. These of course provide the markers that permit crossing over at the waypoints giving access to Sheol if you knew how to activate the magic keeping them closed. Cambion's could otherwise inadvertently pass through the gates, an extremely poor outcome regarding their future and safety.
Another exciting story in the energetic series revolving around the close group of PI's. In a bullsy move Felicia hasn't shied away from the demon dimension and the blatantly sexual nature. A friendly and succinct manner of writing that makes its meaning well knowm. The way that the leading lady is still cutting her teeth makes her interesting to follow. The battle of fighting what he body wants versus how her mind knows how it would likely turn out, makes for a very interesting commentary.
The enjoyment Felicia undoubtedly has in her writing is somehow managed to to be put across into the way the story is described. Whilst its a close call between this and the prequel I wanted to give this a five star rating. But as I need to reflect that I found Nephilim Falling a tad better means that I need to go with four on this one. Its a comparative difference only so please don't let it get far ahead of the value of reading Descent. The only way to have gotten around it would otherwise have been to leave six stars on the prequel. Do yourselves a favour and make sure you read Trenton Investigations.
Having now become a permanent fixture at Trenton Investigations (see the Nephilim Rising prequel if you want to see how this come about, a decision I highly recommend), Lex (Alexis) Trenton now has one of only two desks in the impoverished office space. The PI was business created by her older brother to pick-up the slack created by the official systems that fail to offer adequate, and end of the line, services to less privileged and ill-recognised clients with problems relating to supernatural antecedents. But mostly he started it to cover the economic demands of living and raising his baby sister.
Lex didn't need to lift her head from her paperwork to recognise the demon nature of a potential client currently waltzing through their door as if he owned the place. To tell him to turn off the power he was exuberating would be tantamount to admitting it was affecting her; something her pride would ever admit. Nope, the immediate arousal of her underused body screamed with flashing neon signs warning her of the incubus now present. Underused being a relative concept that relates to only his particular brand of desired behaviour, and potentially only now considered like that because her feminine bits were screaming just as loudly, or even louder than the warning signs for a place in her mind.
A year might've passed since Lex was forced to witness the brutal mutilation of her then new lover. Just the barest inkling of admitting to herself that she might be ready to consider moving on from the hurt left her gut tight, but not in the lower sought after type now falling victim to the stranger's Charm. She and Lucas had barely had more than two weeks but irrespective of how weak it made her feel, it's betrayal that rears its ugly head as she dwells on the passing in of their mutual v-cards.
Enticingly for readers of the series prequel, who will recognise the history eluded to, the visitor's first sentence lets one of the proverbial cats out of their bags, that was only implied but never confirmed in the final battle scenes of Nephilim Falling. Given this little insight I'd suggest that despite publication dates, that readers should consider reading Descent after Nephilim Falling.
In the absence of his pulsating (pun intended) demon aura Lex still describes Killian Blackstone as a virile Roman hero come to life, insinuating that the moisture level of her too-hot-for-comfort panties might've still been on the cards either way. All Lex really needed to resist Killian's unenhanced powered charms was to sit back and let the man speak. Her constant flexing white knuckled fists say it all, much reminiscent of the picture that says a thousand words. He signed off further on this impression when he speaks out-of-turn on the matter of her missing brother, a possible outcome of affairs also left open in the wake of the prior (chronologically) novella of the series: Damian's now been missing for a little over a year.
Lex attributes finding her beloved brother as the only reason she's presently keeping the business's debt collection wolves at bay. Killian's family is stated as second only to her own in political and economical power in Sheol. It appears that her father's position in Sheol is ensured by the fact that he presently shacks up with Sheol's Queen, Lillith. Mother to incubi and succubi she has power none of her offspring were able to develop.
Killian throws out the bone that the money he'll pay for her fulfilling the contract will go a long way financially, and perhaps even the insinuation of information sharing, so as to help make sure she can continue her searching. Unfortunately for Lex, who'd obviously prefer to kick his arse to the curb, his gusto isn't all piss and wind. Killian does indeed have a position of import and resources that don't relate only to his popular prestige, for he's an assistant prosecutor of Sheol.
The moment Killian states the job, though, she finds herself swallowing bile progressing it's way up as it burns the back her throat. Finding Killian's missing Cambion, a.k.a. human slaves and the half-breeds , means that navigating safely through the contract without actually fulfilling what he specifically seeks, gets exponentially harder. In good conscience Lex has a list as long as her arm that detail the reasons why she can't find a missing woman to only return her as an indentured fruit box.
That is, a slave that demons like incubi and succubi basically stick straws in to suck away the life force they feed upon. Sure, in the case of incubi its said to be about pleasure mingled in overwhelming lust. Its the creation of undeniable lust that's used as a weapon. But the same cannot always be said for succubi victims. Not that Lex has any firsthand experience that can be discussed herein, but ultimately said efforts are rumoured to be extremely unpleasant or even painful when succubi feed.
Finding out that Killian isn't the only demon looking for the Cambion's return adds a dimension of intrigue regarding why this woman is so important, and heightens the conclusion that Lex needs to essentially emancipate her. Admittedly, Killian's boss holds a great deal of power, but she can't deny they could be pivotal in finding Damian. But getting on their good wide goes against everything she stands for. Not to mention that her brother's business partner, Wes, has a very intimate firsthand knowledge of the enslaved inhabitants of Sheol. If he finds out she has taken the job irrespective of whether she plans on returning her, then her precarious position gets exponentially worse.
Lex might need the money and shouldn't shirk the possible connections it could bring, but she equally doesn't need the mountain of complications it'll bring. Calling Killian Mr. Sexy Pants is corny at the best of times, but saying it out loud would be a move in the completely wrong direction. Her job is hard enough without adding complications willingly. A need to tread carefully is apparent in just the thought of precariously getting involved in Sheol politics. After all, she likes her head where it is, and being attached to her neck is a prerequisite of being able to locate Damian.
He's either in hiding or being kept against his will. There's one thing she knows without any doubt, that her brother would never have entered into his current situation willingly. Lex isn't stupid enough to see the smokescreen for what it is. But whether it's about getting one back on her father's name, which she doesn't keep or involve herself with, or another manipulation more specific to her remains speculative. Now she just has to find a way to get in and out of Sheol without getting killed, all the while finding a Cambion on the pretext of returning her to her owners. She'd be bringing her out and so it needed to be a return trip. She'd hide her where no one else would think to look, if she's still alive to do so.
But when Wes shortly thereafter, discovers what is going on, it becomes obvious that he won't commit to something he's wanted for a long time. He's so obviously stick in a metaphorical place where some unknown and as yet unrecognized preventative notions he has that stop him from making it known. I hazard to guess it's revolving around a possible betrayal of bonds established by Damian when he rescued and got him out of Sheol; much like Lex hopes to do for the Cambion. And whilst Lex stares on in a game of dumbfounded misunderstanding, she completely misses what is staring her in the face.
Descent begins to pick apart more of the unspoken elements at Trenton Investigations. In being a part of the PI business instead of trying to prove her worth, the gloves of demon interactions are now off. The nature of this action is now becoming more like typical reader expectations when delving into supernatural series such as these. Though it's important to recognise the 'likeness' in that statement. It isn't fair to take that to mean the same, for each of the two books this far have been unique in their own rites. The cander of Lex's commentary and her openness of her thoughts are great selling features.
Felicia's imagery of the world she's built is both detailed and tantalising to the extreme. As a reader its hard not to want Lex to face certain situations just to see how it's handled by Felicia's techniques. The content is an urban fantasy lover's wet dream. The tasteful way she handles what some have modelled using crass for shock factor, and blatant gore for other aspects of the story, sets her firmly into the region where adult and late teen readers can enjoy what films or conversation between friends wouldn't be capable of providing.
The changes also extend to the hitherto imagined only environment of Sheol, a dimension known by the lay as Hell. . Lex has well and truly altered perceptions I'd taken from Nephilim Calling that seemed to suggest it was an avoid-at-all-costs option to willingly transport to the other home world accessible by her hybridised genetic constitution. Indeed, I got a feeling of an unspoken convention regarding Lex's demon abilities. These of course provide the markers that permit crossing over at the waypoints giving access to Sheol if you knew how to activate the magic keeping them closed. Cambion's could otherwise inadvertently pass through the gates, an extremely poor outcome regarding their future and safety.
Another exciting story in the energetic series revolving around the close group of PI's. In a bullsy move Felicia hasn't shied away from the demon dimension and the blatantly sexual nature. A friendly and succinct manner of writing that makes its meaning well knowm. The way that the leading lady is still cutting her teeth makes her interesting to follow. The battle of fighting what he body wants versus how her mind knows how it would likely turn out, makes for a very interesting commentary.
The enjoyment Felicia undoubtedly has in her writing is somehow managed to to be put across into the way the story is described. Whilst its a close call between this and the prequel I wanted to give this a five star rating. But as I need to reflect that I found Nephilim Falling a tad better means that I need to go with four on this one. Its a comparative difference only so please don't let it get far ahead of the value of reading Descent. The only way to have gotten around it would otherwise have been to leave six stars on the prequel. Do yourselves a favour and make sure you read Trenton Investigations.
March 12, 2017
A lot of violent sex (NOT romance) with a little bit of story. It wouldn't be half bad if it was toned down some.
May 17, 2017
Having read this and Nephilim Falling I kind of feel like I am missing a piece of the puzzle. It actually feels like I have skipped a book but I don’t think I have so I guess I am just left with a sense of things not clearly explained or resolved. Hopefully the next book will give me those pieces but based on the lack of explanation of the bigger picture I am not overly optimistic. I missed Damien alot in this one because I enjoyed the relationship between the two siblings. So I am not happy that he is missing for 7 yrs without explanation, noting that it seems that the next book will be the one alluded to in the epilogue of Nephilim Falling which was set 7 years from now. I enjoyed the connection and friendship that developed between Flora & Lex but I found the relationship between Wes & Lex confusing and frustrating, especially given his proclivities. I found all the incubus/sex stuff over the top and I was a little uncomfortable with it all.
October 2, 2019
The plot is so promising. I love the idea of a half-demon underdog as the main character, who is stuck managing her brother's P.I. agency after he disappears. I love the almost love-interest with the demon. I love the almost love-interest with the partner, Will. BUT>>>>
When she gets a broken rib, she just kept on going, without pause. Hello! Pain. Hello, cannot move properly! What about healing, etc? Only later do I realize that she has the ability to heal herself.
Moving on: What is this about all independent women must also be unable to accept kindness or help and must act overbearing and unlikeable? Wonder Woman was nice, independent, yet not omni-powerful. I cannot believe anyone would ever love her, work with her, support her...
Since I finished the novel with a love-hate relationship, I may have to start the next one to see if I can stand reading it. Felicia Beasley writes wonderfully. Too bad I hated the MC.
When she gets a broken rib, she just kept on going, without pause. Hello! Pain. Hello, cannot move properly! What about healing, etc? Only later do I realize that she has the ability to heal herself.
Moving on: What is this about all independent women must also be unable to accept kindness or help and must act overbearing and unlikeable? Wonder Woman was nice, independent, yet not omni-powerful. I cannot believe anyone would ever love her, work with her, support her...
Since I finished the novel with a love-hate relationship, I may have to start the next one to see if I can stand reading it. Felicia Beasley writes wonderfully. Too bad I hated the MC.
June 4, 2017
This is my first book by this author so I wasn't sure what to expect, but I must say that I was extremely impressed. Lex is a fun, butt-kicking half demon, who with the help of her partner and best friend, Wes, runs a paranormal PI business. She is brazen and can mostly hold her own. Killian Blackstone is an incubus with a proposition. He contacts her to find a runaway slave for a sex demon. She reluctantly takes the job, but has no intention of returning the slave. She has her hands full with her quest. I absolutely loved Fi (short for fiend) and Flora (the runaway). Fi has such a dry sense of humor. I guess it's a demon thing. I want to go back and read the prequel to see what I missed. I will be looking for more. I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.
June 21, 2017
Lex runs a PI business that her brother started before he disappeared. She is hired by an incubus to find a lost slave of a demon politician. She agrees but has no intention of returning the woman. When she does find she discovers there is a lot that she doesn't know and the incubus who hired her had a very different agenda than a missing person.
This was ok, but in the end just a little too weird without enough explanation. The whole thing about everyone getting possessive whenever they meet someone, the random awkward threesome and finally Lex agreeing to spend more time with the shady incubus who tricked her in the first place.
This was ok, but in the end just a little too weird without enough explanation. The whole thing about everyone getting possessive whenever they meet someone, the random awkward threesome and finally Lex agreeing to spend more time with the shady incubus who tricked her in the first place.
March 17, 2017
Felicia Beasley is new to me. Nephilim falling, the prequel to the Trenton investigations series, had me hooked so I immediately had to read Descent which takes place a year later. I will never be able to get enough of Lex. Her growing pains are so much worse than others and the demon politics she now has to deal with is makes for even more complications and thus the story gets even more amusing as Lex is not exactly a pushover and demons seem to like their slaves. The one thing I hope though is that at the end of the series she does find her brother.
this series so far reminds me a bit of the Nikki and Michael series by Keri Arthur. Not exactly the same but a girl thrust into more than she is ready for and having to push to keep up fighting tooth and claw to stay on the side of her beliefs no matter what. Other than that nothing is the same but it gives me the same feeling, a rooting for the female lead to wade though drama and complications and fight to come out on top. It isn't easy and not always something that cane be done alone. I like that both series make the chicks awesome but not invincible.
I cannot wait to read the next installment of this series.
this series so far reminds me a bit of the Nikki and Michael series by Keri Arthur. Not exactly the same but a girl thrust into more than she is ready for and having to push to keep up fighting tooth and claw to stay on the side of her beliefs no matter what. Other than that nothing is the same but it gives me the same feeling, a rooting for the female lead to wade though drama and complications and fight to come out on top. It isn't easy and not always something that cane be done alone. I like that both series make the chicks awesome but not invincible.
I cannot wait to read the next installment of this series.
July 11, 2017
I felt like big parts of the story was missing.
March 21, 2017
Enjoyable fun. I really enjoys the cases that Lex solves and her caring heart. This short helps fills the gaps and we get to see more of Lex's character.
I voluntarily reviewed an copy from the author.
I voluntarily reviewed an copy from the author.
February 21, 2017
Felicia Beasley is a new author to this reviewer and I must admit, I was hesitant to try her free novel, especially with as much as I read anyway (self-proclaimed bibliophile [book lover]). However, she did such a fantastic book blurb that I discovered I wanted to know more about her character Lex Trenton. I soon discovered I had found a pearl hidden in a sea of freebies.
Descent by Felicia Beasley is AMAZING! I simply cannot express how surprised I was with this gem of a story. Not only was there drama, intrigue, love, forbidden love, family issues, demons, angels, paranormal shenanigans, multiple worlds/dimensions, there was a real story with characters that felt and bled and grew. Beasley draws her reads in quickly to the spider web that is Lex Trenton’s life. Not because Lex is related to a spider in any way shape, or form, but because she seems to find trouble at every twist and turn and things get sticky fast for her.
I, personally, can’t wait for this series to continue. I am waiting to see if Felicia Beasley can keep writing at this same level or better. I hope she gets better and better.
I received a free copy, but voluntarily reviewed. The opinion expressed is my own, not influenced by anyone or anything other than my reaction to the story read.
Descent by Felicia Beasley is AMAZING! I simply cannot express how surprised I was with this gem of a story. Not only was there drama, intrigue, love, forbidden love, family issues, demons, angels, paranormal shenanigans, multiple worlds/dimensions, there was a real story with characters that felt and bled and grew. Beasley draws her reads in quickly to the spider web that is Lex Trenton’s life. Not because Lex is related to a spider in any way shape, or form, but because she seems to find trouble at every twist and turn and things get sticky fast for her.
I, personally, can’t wait for this series to continue. I am waiting to see if Felicia Beasley can keep writing at this same level or better. I hope she gets better and better.
I received a free copy, but voluntarily reviewed. The opinion expressed is my own, not influenced by anyone or anything other than my reaction to the story read.
June 8, 2017
Damn. This novella made my cold, dead heart feel things. I'm not sure there are many authors who can pull off two main characters who love each other deeply, and are wildly attracted to one another but yet have extremely valid, deeply felt reasons for not being together. It's heartachy and sexy. I felt involved. I wanted to fix the world for them.
The only thing I didn't like was the missing context between this novel and the prequel- it's seems like a lot has happened in the intermediate time and it's not thoroughly explained what. Hopefully the upcoming novel will fill those gaps.
If you haven't already, I highly recommend reading the prequel novel first, as it adds context and richness to this story which I'm unsure would otherwise be there.
The only thing I didn't like was the missing context between this novel and the prequel- it's seems like a lot has happened in the intermediate time and it's not thoroughly explained what. Hopefully the upcoming novel will fill those gaps.
If you haven't already, I highly recommend reading the prequel novel first, as it adds context and richness to this story which I'm unsure would otherwise be there.
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March 26, 2017Descent takes place a year after the events of Nephilim Falling. Lex is now running her own PI business albiet with very little income when Killian walks through her door.
He gives her a job to find a lost slave which causes her more trouble than she anticipated.
Overall, it's another fun little look at Lex Trenton's life.
I look forward to reading more of her adventures.
I was gifted a copy of this book which I voluntarily read in exchange for an honest review.
He gives her a job to find a lost slave which causes her more trouble than she anticipated.
Overall, it's another fun little look at Lex Trenton's life.
I look forward to reading more of her adventures.
I was gifted a copy of this book which I voluntarily read in exchange for an honest review.
March 31, 2017
After reading Nephilim Falling I knew I had to read the rest of the series I could get my hands on! I love how Lex stays strong no matter what. I honestly would love to see her and Wes together but they have been friends so long I am afraid it would ruin their friendship.
April 2, 2017
One of my new favorite author's. I love books with lots of tension between the characters and this novella doesn't disappoint. If it was longer I would give it five stars.
April 16, 2017
This was my first story in the Trenton series. Although I was able to figure out what was going on, I recommend reading Nephilim Falling first since there were parts in Descent that were a little confusing. I loved Lex. She had just enough snark, bravery, and heart. Killian grabbed my attention as well. Looking forward to more of Lex's adventures and where her interactions with Killian will lead. Overall, an enjoyable, quick read.
April 13, 2017
found the story captivating and having me wanting to know what will happen next. a great introduction to the series as far as Im concerned. so glad it was recommended
April 13, 2017
A very good read. Only problem was it ended too soon. Can't wait to read the next in the series.
September 4, 2017
Lex Trenton was half human and half demon. her bother was half human, half angel. And he has disappeared. Lex would do anything to find him. She's now the Trenton in Trenton Investigations. She's been hired to find a slave from the demon realm. Can't sit for the story to continue.
April 23, 2017
I am a fan of Felicia Beasley. I like the world she's created, the books are like a guilty pleasure for me. I read through them quite quickly. I absolutely love Killian as a character (who doesn't love an incubus that oozes sexiness?) and am very much looking forward to reading about where things end up in regard to him.
April 23, 2017
Ooh, what a great start to a series! Loved the characters, pace and plot. Recommended!
April 23, 2017
Lex’s brother is missing and she’s trying to keep things running in his absence. She may have no idea how to help him, but that doesn’t mean she can’t live up to reputation and help track down a runaway slave; a slave she has no intention of sending back to her master.
Lex is an honourable woman doing what she can to survive. Her instincts however seem to get her into trouble. It also doesn’t help that she seems to have a problem keeping her mouth shut; some thoughts should remain private. Her willingness to help those in need might just be what gets her killed in the end. She also seems to attract the wrong sort of attention. You have to admire her bravery though, as Sheol is not a place anyone other than an incubus should really willingly go. Wes is her brother’s best friend and her partner but their relationship is beyond complicated. They seem to be attracted to one another and yet neither is willing to cross that line, until they kind of do, and that’s when things get really weird between them. Wes’ feelings are difficult to read in places but I think that’s likely because the story is told from Lex’s perspective and she’s not entirely sure what Wes truly thinks of her. As for Killian, I’m hoping we learn more about him in subsequent novels as I have a feeling there’s a lot more going on with that incubus than what we’ve seen so far. The plot is simple but is made infinitely more interesting through the twists and turns the character takes and because of the intricate world that Felicia Beasley has constructed. The characters are beautifully flawed and our heroine is not all powerful or all knowing, which in some ways makes her more endearing and helps us bond with her, thus making us fear for her safety.
I have a feeling I should have read ‘Nephilim Falling’ first, as I got a little lost in places but that’s entirely my own fault. All the important things were explained by the writer, but I can’t shake the feeling that I would have gotten more out of the novella, had I read it after book 0. As such, I would recommend reading ‘Nephilim Falling’ before ‘Decent’.
Suggested Audience: Adult readers of Paranormal Fiction
Perspective: First person
Profanity: Frequent
Sexual content: Occasional but graphic
Violence: Occasional and descriptive
Cautionary element(s): Contains scenes of sexual and physical abuse
Lex is an honourable woman doing what she can to survive. Her instincts however seem to get her into trouble. It also doesn’t help that she seems to have a problem keeping her mouth shut; some thoughts should remain private. Her willingness to help those in need might just be what gets her killed in the end. She also seems to attract the wrong sort of attention. You have to admire her bravery though, as Sheol is not a place anyone other than an incubus should really willingly go. Wes is her brother’s best friend and her partner but their relationship is beyond complicated. They seem to be attracted to one another and yet neither is willing to cross that line, until they kind of do, and that’s when things get really weird between them. Wes’ feelings are difficult to read in places but I think that’s likely because the story is told from Lex’s perspective and she’s not entirely sure what Wes truly thinks of her. As for Killian, I’m hoping we learn more about him in subsequent novels as I have a feeling there’s a lot more going on with that incubus than what we’ve seen so far. The plot is simple but is made infinitely more interesting through the twists and turns the character takes and because of the intricate world that Felicia Beasley has constructed. The characters are beautifully flawed and our heroine is not all powerful or all knowing, which in some ways makes her more endearing and helps us bond with her, thus making us fear for her safety.
I have a feeling I should have read ‘Nephilim Falling’ first, as I got a little lost in places but that’s entirely my own fault. All the important things were explained by the writer, but I can’t shake the feeling that I would have gotten more out of the novella, had I read it after book 0. As such, I would recommend reading ‘Nephilim Falling’ before ‘Decent’.
Suggested Audience: Adult readers of Paranormal Fiction
Perspective: First person
Profanity: Frequent
Sexual content: Occasional but graphic
Violence: Occasional and descriptive
Cautionary element(s): Contains scenes of sexual and physical abuse
April 26, 2017
Beasley brought her A game with Descent!
A paranormal fantasy story - Action packed - Suspenseful - everything I was looking for.
This is part of a series - it can be read as a stand alone but I do suggest starting from book one.
A wickedly fun adventure that will slate even the deepest of appetites
With Damian still missing our h Lex is holding on by a very thin thread-
Trying to keep the PI business afloat, find her brother and stay out of trouble is a full-time occupation for Lex...
As always though, even with the best intentions trouble just seems to find her ...
This time trouble comes in the form of one smoldering hot demon named Killian who is about to turn Lex's world upside down - and not necessarily in a bad way.
I have had so much fun with this series -
Lex is a spitfire of a heroine, she is young and learning as she goes; and her "self" education is quite amusing -but her heart is set in the right place -
"I received an ARC at no cost from the author."
A paranormal fantasy story - Action packed - Suspenseful - everything I was looking for.
This is part of a series - it can be read as a stand alone but I do suggest starting from book one.
A wickedly fun adventure that will slate even the deepest of appetites
With Damian still missing our h Lex is holding on by a very thin thread-
Trying to keep the PI business afloat, find her brother and stay out of trouble is a full-time occupation for Lex...
As always though, even with the best intentions trouble just seems to find her ...
This time trouble comes in the form of one smoldering hot demon named Killian who is about to turn Lex's world upside down - and not necessarily in a bad way.
I have had so much fun with this series -
Lex is a spitfire of a heroine, she is young and learning as she goes; and her "self" education is quite amusing -but her heart is set in the right place -
"I received an ARC at no cost from the author."
April 29, 2017
Hooked
With the plethora of urban fantasy out there it can be tough to find the diamonds amongst the dross; well to me this is most definitely a whacking great diamond. The plot hits the ground running and never lets up. Lex is smart, sassy and complex, the supporting cast are fun and interesting, the dialogue snappy and I can't wait to get the next book.
Highly recommended.
With the plethora of urban fantasy out there it can be tough to find the diamonds amongst the dross; well to me this is most definitely a whacking great diamond. The plot hits the ground running and never lets up. Lex is smart, sassy and complex, the supporting cast are fun and interesting, the dialogue snappy and I can't wait to get the next book.
Highly recommended.
May 3, 2017
Pretty fast paced. Good characters, good story, makes you want to read more of the same.
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