Stone Cold Mortal

by Disa Dawn

Mortician Tennessee England lives to honor the dead. But a slow season means she’s back freelancing as a party planner. Doctor Phillip Saint James warns the stress might worsen her cerebral aneurysm, causing all sorts of mystifying symptoms.

To her disgust, he’s right. She’s been hallucinating a sexy ghost samurai all damn day. Or has she? His icy touch on the nape of her neck feels awfully real! So do his dire warnings that she must choose a side: mortal or immortal.

Ghost or not, Tennessee knows how to make a problem, and a body, disappear. But when thrust face-to-face with her paranormal stalker, she confronts a bizarre new reality. Her hallucination is real! And so are demons…

Shackled by circumstance, Tennessee wrangles overprotective friends and a spirited love triangle as she learns the dangerous trade of demon recall. She doesn’t have time to die. She’s got a Santa to hire, a corpse to eulogize, and a hot ghost boyfriend to keep away from her doting doctor.

Will Tennessee survive long enough to celebrate Christmas? Will she succumb to a demon’s deadly deal? Or will she follow her doctor’s orders?

"Like Stars Hollow meets Twin Peaks!" – Shéa MacLeod, author of the bestselling Sunwalker Saga

“A grounded and gritty heroine! We hear echoes of our real-life struggles in Tennessee’s battles with demons, brats, her hair, and the adoring men who can't tame this wild woman." – Noelle Picara, Monster Piano Artist

“Disa really sharpens the tip of the trocar in this one!! It was satisfying to see the accuracy and depth of research woven into this light urban fantasy series!” – Jane Beaston, Funeral Director/Embalmer Apprentice (Ret.)

“Fiercely imaginative! Vivid in personality and place. A positive, powerful tale of the connections we all have.” – Joan Meyer, Singer/Songwriter

Genres: Urban Fantasy, Supernatural, Fantasy

342 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 2, 2018

About the author

Disa Dawn writes cozy supernatural adventures, hopepunk, and paranormal cozies featuring daring heroines, mystical capers, and sweet romance. She’s known for her slick, snappy prose, diverse worlds, quirky plots, and happily ever afters. She's the author of the Tennessee England series and the genre-bending saga The Seekin Trilogy.

Studying poetics and creative writing at Naropa University inspired Disa to write books she wanted to read—sassy stories offering a warm escape from the cold world of reality, starring courageous heroines who also happen to be nice.

Disa’s a Golden Rose Finalist and a National Indie Excellence® Cross-Genre Finalist.
A native of Guam and the Mariana Islands, Disa now lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family, a dog, and a skeleton named Charlie.

Reviews

[Ellie Spencer (catching up from hiatus) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was really out of my comfort zone, it is not the type of book I would usually go for. But the premise gripped me and I knew I had to give it a go!

Stone Cold Mortal follows Tennessee England, a mortician who starts to experience strange entities. She ends up being thrown head first into a world full of demons, with danger around every corner.

I loved some of the characters in this book (Polar was a particular favourite of mine)! I also Tennessee’s occupation, I have never before read a book from the perspective of a female mortician, I loved how unique this was. The relationship between Tennessee and Sho felt so mutual and adoring, I couldn’t stop rooting for them!

I felt so many different emotions throughout this book, it had me on the edge of my seat at times. Disa manages to create a story that feels so real. There were two passages that I wasn’t the biggest fan of, but they only lasted a few paragraphs before I was gripped again.

I would like to thank Voracious Readers Only and the author for giving me the chance to read this book and give my honest opinion of it. I would recommend this book to anyone that loves a paranormal romance/action thriller. It truly is a book that has a bit of everything!

[hamdasbookshelf · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 stars

I got this copy from Voracious Readers Only in exchange for a review and so here it is!

Honestly, I tried liking this book but it was really hard. The start was horribly slow and boring and all I wanted to do was put it down. I did not feel attached to any of the characters nor did I understand what was happening half the time. I guess it was because of the different writing style but yeah.

I give this book a 0.5 star as an extra because it allowed me to explore a new writing style though I did not enjoy it as much. I did enjoy the way the characters spoke and the way the author wrote their conversations. I could practically hear them in my head and it was very nice.

I also loved the amount of description but sometimes it went overboard with long paragraphs and I think all readers can agree that we hate long paragraphs. Personally, I skip those and if they have important info about the book then well.....I miss it. And get super confused later lol.

Overall, it was okay. I probably won't read the next book (I think there is a book 2 out already) but we'll see.

[Jacque · Rating 5 out of 5]

I picked up Stone Cold Mortal on a complete whim. It was just one of those books that popped up as a recommended read from Voracious Readers Only. Meh…why not. Wow! So glad I did. This book was amazeballs. It had a bit of a slow start for me but once I warmed up to it, there was no putting it down.

No lie here. Took me a bit to warm up to the book only because I didn’t know what I was getting myself into. Quick rundown: Tennessee is a mortician, on limited time due to cerebral aneurysm, who does freelance party planning for extra money. All that right there alone had me SMH and exclaiming “what?!” Her doctor (Who is also her ex!) tells her stress might worsen her aneurysm and cause more symptoms. That is, if you call a seeing a hot ghost samurai a symptom. Or is he because those demons and her paranormal stalker sure do seem real. Holy cow what more can you add to that?! How about overprotective friends and a Santa party to plan. Yeah this is going to be one crazy ride.

Tennessee is amazing. She’s sassy, funny and just one of those characters you wish were real so you can hang out with them. The secondary characters, AKA Ten’s overprotective friends, are a colorful bunch that, once you get them all organized in your head, you can’t help but love them. There’s a fun progressive flow to the story that hooked me in with so many ‘But wait! There’s more’ situations that keep popping up. Yes, this is one busy book, and just when you think nothing more could happen, it does!

What a great start of a series! Author Disa Dawn has certainly grabbed my attention with Stone Cold Mortal. It’s unlike any other urban fantasy story I’ve ever read. A demon battling mortician and a ghost samurai, come on folks! How crazy is that? And yet it works so much so I can’t wait to read the rest of the series.

[Ash Juillet · Rating 1 out of 5]

Thanks to Voracious Readers Only for a copy of this book.

The summary had me hooked, but the actual plot disappointed me. I really wanted to stop reading, but I'm stubborn when it comes to reading, so I forced myself to get through this as fast as possible - which still took me around 6 days (that's a long time for a person who is able to finish three 300-pages books in one day).

I really don't like reading block paragraphs through which a bucketload of information is shoved at the reader - especially when it comes to descriptions - and the author did just that. I could care less about the characters and what they were up to either - especially Tennessee, who just felt off to me for some reason. The only character I liked was Polar, the dog, whom the author almost killed off for plot purposes.

For romance purposes, Tennessee had a concussion and ended up flirting with the hot samurai ghost/demon/zombie thing who's been following her around for some reason which is not explained in this book. For other romance purposes, her dog was assumed to be dead and when she realises he's not dead, she ends up kissing her ex-boyfriend in front of her supposed boyfriend, the samurai. And the samurai wasn't even jealous.

Also, the samurai's name is Sho, so every time I saw his name, my mind would change it to She and then I'd get confused and have to reread the sentence all over again to understand it. It was just too tiring.

Overall, this could have been a great book, but it wasn't. Maybe someone else might like it, but it just wasn't for me.

[Bohdana · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an interesting take on the supernatural romance. It's nice to see a supernatural romance that's something new from the typical vampires, werewolves, and ghosts. I liked how the main character is a mortician; it reminds me of the Superstition and Supernatural TV shows. Overall, the plot, character, and style of writing are great.

People who like to read supernatural romance or supernatural or mythology would like this book.
Some things to look out considers before reading: there is more than one love interest vying for her attention (though finally, someone voiced the obvious solution to that problem). It is writing is more concise compared to some authors, and it does have a lot of action. The reason it took me so long to finish reading this book though was that it was a slow start for me since it reminded me of Beautiful Creatures (I mean people's names are so weird to read in a sentence. I can just imagine her visiting Toronto and when asked her name saying, "England, Tennessee England," and the Torontonian being like, "Oh okay, I'm from Toronto, Ontario. But I meant your name, not your address." 😂).

I watched Merphy Napier's newest videos before I finished reading this book so I ended up looking out for certain things in the book. Though not that noticeable I figure the discussion groups for this book probably aren't that big yet so I'm just going to write a mini-rant (mostly about other authors being indirectly implied) here. The video "Dear Authors Please Stop" reminded me of how some main characters lack a personality and in this book, it seemed to be the inverse. Sho seemed to be the one to kind of lacks a personality or is just bland. I like his character, I like philosophy (mostly Stoicism), I like the discussions the characters have in the book. I just hope we learn more about him in the next books. Sure he has principles, but principles at the minimum make him the equivalent of a robot. Like Napier mentioned in the video, some authors use POC, disabled, aged, LGBTQ ... (you get the idea) are used to make it more marketable or interesting but sometimes authors don't know how to incorporate it in a natural way (in a way that the element isn't the entire character's raison d'être). So I'm kind of not sure if this interest in samurai kind of led to a bit of a bland/stereotypical portrayal of Sho because of some need to deliver exposition (it's only the 1st book in the series after all) and not enough room to slip in more on his character beyond his duty. It just feels like there is so much more to know about him. In some scenes, she reminds him that certain things are not okay in the modern age and I kind of expected him to answer because it could add more depth to the topic besides just the simple "it's not good" and show why people went to such lengths. Though I am biased on historical topics because as a student having to sift through historical information is what I do, so I'm not sure how other readers would feel about more than a few lines of history in a book. Still, I feel like the best way to stop ignorant people is by educating them in the simplest and most direct way possible.

Like I wrote before, the book is great, it has a nice flow, it's interesting in both plot and characters, it still has those typical elements of the genre that the fans will love. Overall an interesting and entertaining read.

(I tried writing this on my iPad but it glitched so I lost what I wrote but if I remember something I'd probably add it later)

*** I received a complimentary copy from Voracious Readers***

[Anne Wade · Rating 4 out of 5]

I got a copy of this book from Voracious Readers Only in exchange for this review.

Like the burgers and fries beloved by main character, Tennessee, Stone Cold Mortal is a delicious guilty pleasure. Full of strong female characters, sparkling banter, a love triangle (or a love pentagon if you count all the potential love interests) and quirkily imagined locations (ranging from a dusty mortuary with rooms themed after holiday destinations to a winter wonderland party scene to the decaying and weed-infested remnants of an English garden.
I also really liked the insight into the profession of mortician - it is definitely an underrepresented occupation in pop culture.
Overall highly enjoyable, but I do have a few complaints;
Firstly, there are lot of loose ends left after the conclusion of the book. I am assuming that most of them will be neatly dealt with in the subsequent books, but I am not confident that the zombie element will be explained as it is such a minor plot point. How and why did one of Tennessee's clients become undead, and how/why could her dog have averted this??!!
I would also have loved more of an explanation about who and what the Empress and Ibrahim are. Are they gods? Demons? Spirits? Some more world-building/mythology-creation in this area would have given the book more depth.
And lastly, the amount if life threatening injuries and health conditions sustained by Tennessee in the course of this book stretched my credulity a bit too far. One near death experience is enough for one book - two becomes faintly ridiculous.
I hope my nitpicking doesn't deter you from reading this book - despite my complaints I am still going to read the next book in the series!

[Safiyyah · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book feels like a great start to the series! It's well written with great characters. I definitely love Tennessee's character. She's quirky, funny, independent, and fiery, all great qualities for a leading heroine. All of the characters in this book really come to life and entice you into their world. Speaking of their world, the concept of demon wranglers and Keepers is fresh and different. It took till the end of the book to really understand this concept, though, but since we as readers only find things out as Ten does, I understand the author's choice to withhold information. Hopefully the next book in the series will help to clear up the details.

The love triangle between Tennessee, Sho, and Phillip is interesting and complex. I personally ship Ten and Sho though! I'm honestly not sure what Ten's attraction to Philip is, other than the "opposites attract" philosophy. Philip is controlling, stuffy, and serious, the opposite of Ten, so I'm not sure what made her attracted to him in the first place. I'd love to get more details on how their relationship started so I can better understand them. Hopefully the next book helps clear that up.

The book ended masterfully, making the reader want to know what's in store next for these characters. You'll definitely want to get your hands on the next book as soon as you can! I know I'll be getting it soon!

[Tara Ho · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stone Cold Mortal is a thrilling ride through love, loss, and the supernatural. Set against the backdrop of a vividly drawn world, this story pulls readers in from the very first page and refuses to let go.

At its fiery heart is Tennessee, a heroine who’s as complex as she is captivating — multi-faceted, strong-willed, and full of love even when life (and death) throw her curveballs. Her strength is matched by her vulnerability, making her a character readers can’t help but root for.

Enter Sho — compassionate, mysterious, and undeniably dead sexy. His chemistry with Tennessee practically crackles off the page, but things get even more complicated when her ex, Philip, re-enters the picture. The resulting love triangle adds depth and tension, keeping the emotional stakes just as high as the supernatural ones.

This book is packed with twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end. Every chapter peels back another layer of mystery, blending romance and the paranormal in a way that feels fresh and addictive.

If you’re a fan of supernatural romance mysteries — stories that make your heart race and your mind spin — Stone Cold Mortal is absolutely for you. It’s a sizzling, suspenseful, and deeply emotional read that proves sometimes love really can be a matter of life and death.

I'd like to thank Voracious Readers Club Only for this free copy for an honest review.

[Daisy Jenel · Rating 4 out of 5]

A highly enjoyable adventure - part 1 of a longer series, which means that you finish this book with the anticipation of reading the next one. Tennessee, the protagonist, is a likeable heroine, but even the minor characters are well drawn, either having hidden depths or surprising the reader in other ways. The real star of the show, though, is Dawn's writing: it's fun and well paced but also uses language far better than I would have expected for this sort of story. Alliterative phrases flow naturally, helping to move the story at a cracking pace, and there's humour too - as well as pathos and poignancy and quite a bit of suspense. I was given a free copy of this in exchange for review, being told that the story would appeal to fans of 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer', and I certainly found myself thinking of that show during certain parts of this novel. Overall, it's an easy read and certainly enjoyable enough to make me think about reading the next few volumes at least of Tennessee's story.

[Kathleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book. The book features gorgeous bad-ass mortician, Tennessee England. She's living her best life taking care of the dead and working the odd party or child care job for the snooty, rich Lille. Suddenly, she is being haunted by the handsome, mysterious Sho, and beleaguered by an assortment of demons and other supernatural baddies. This book has it all - handsome men, scary monsters, cute, bratty kids, and an assortment of unforgettable friends and neighbors. This book would make a great TV series, along the lines of "Ash and the Evil Dead," or a really great graphic novel. If you are a little squeamish, you may not want to know about all the graphic scenes of a mortician's job. I am assuming that the author knows what she's talking about; it sound right to me based on what little I know. I just found this book totally fascinating and absolutely enjoyed it. I would recommend it to people who enjoy a horror story that integrates humor in the pages. I received my copy of the book from "For Voracious Readers only."

[Holly Robinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I went into reading this book without great expectations but honestly, this book is really good. Firstly, the characters aren't 2-D. They have substance, and we love that for characters. Tennesse is funky, different and firey. She wouldn't take crap from anyone and doesn't apologise for being herself. She is a very well written character. They all are. I fell in love with each of them over the course of the book. Second, the love "triangle" between Sho, Tennesse and Phillip didn't follow the script of a typical love triangle. This book had a refreshing take on it. No overly possessive men and both of them didn't portray toxic masculinity in either of the men. Third, the concept of demon wrangling and paying off the Empress Zaada is unique. I have not read something like it and I was intrigued by it. On a whole the book was great and it is a must-read if you're into fantasy and romance and all things demons.

[Edna · Rating 3 out of 5]

*** I received a free copy from Voracious Readers in exchange for an honest review ***

I really loved most of the characters in this book. They were so interesting, so individual, so funny! I love Tennessee, Godzilla, Lin, Polar and even the evil twins. I did not like Sho that much. Compared to the rest, he was not as well-rounded, or as interesting. He tended to deliver big dumps of information about the demon world. All of that was pretty important, so I thought it could have been delivered in a different manner.

In fact, the "demonverse" aspect of this novel interested me far less than the normal world. I loved the interaction of Tennessee and the people in her life. I loved reading about the care she took as a mortician. That moved me so much, I did not expect to feel such emotion over the compassion of a funeral director. It was beautiful.

I really could have done without the whole demon hunting business, and just lived in Tennessee's world. She's awesome.

[Caitlin D · Rating 3 out of 5]

The premise of the world the author built is interesting and unique. I love urban fantasy, but it can get repetitive. Tennessee, the main character isn't your standard main character. She's a mortician and has fought major health issues during her life. The series reminded me a bit of the Mercedes Thompson series, so fans of Mercedes may enjoy this.
The reason I didn't give this 5 stars, is because the author's writing style took some getting used to for me and I had some trouble getting into the book due to this. The book is written in third person and switches perspectives abruptly and uses some colliquialisms that I've never heard before, even as a native English speaker. That style definitely took some getting used to and made the story a bit confusing and hard to follow at times.
I received a complimentary copy of this book via Voracious Readers Only and am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Linda McKay · Rating 4 out of 5]

WOW! This book about a funky young mortician named Tennessee England has an enjoyable opening introducing us to her, her quirky friends, her ex-boyfriend and her giant white dog, named Polar. Just when you settle down to another cozy mystery, the plot positively EXPLODES with action! Tenny gets shot by poachers and SHAZAM! a mysterious, hot guardian with Samurai talents miraculously flashes into her life to save her. He explains her destiny lies in the war against demons. They fight together through a series of battles, tallying up a big number of headless demon corpses. The demons can pose as friends to fool her, or even bring her funerary customers to life to try to stop her. This book is a creative, fun, page-turning tome of thrills and giggles. I received this free from ebook discovery and this is my voluntary, honest review. It’s a barn burner!

[Hannah Baller · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great read!
The character building was really good, and by then end of the book I did enjoy seeing how they interacted with each other. How ever there seemed to be plot lines that appeared unfinished, like Tennessee's memory loss, it would be nice to see a spin off maybe? The first three chapters had lots of character building and environmental work. But I liked the idea of demons, done in a different way, I think teens and YA will like this book as I felt for young teens and YA this would grip them, and the sexy side to the story they would love! I want to know more about Tennessee's ghost-demon, there seems to be more of a story with him, I hope they can find a way of freeing him maybe? Also... Philip is a dick. Sorry but, the way he treats Tennessee! Nah-uh!
Overall, I did really enjoy it and will be buying the rest, when I have money!

[Capicua · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really enjoyed all the characters in the book as well and the dialogue. The storyline is interesting but something in the delivery is off. I felt like I was always missing something important and it left me confused and uncomfortable for the majority of the story. As if I missed the 3 critical pages that explained what was going on, this made it hard to relax and really get lost in the story. I also couldn’t understand why our heroines parents are only ever referred to as missus and mister never mum or dad or by their given names , why they don’t fly back when they find out their daughter might be dying and is hospitalised, and why the town would pay to stay off the map. These little things may be revealed in later books but made this read annoying. Other than these little annoyances and a pretty slow start I enjoyed the book.

[Kristen · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s funny to me that I loved this book as much as I did because it isn’t my type of story, but I was captured by the storytelling.

This book has everything. It has a cast of diverse characters who blend together seamlessly. Disa Dawn brings out all their unique cultural differences without ever making it seem put-on or like she’s meeting some sort of quota. I find that to be remarkably impressive. The writing is quirky and fun and really well done.

I especially love that Tennessee (is that a great name, or what!) is a mortician. I wouldn’t have thought I’d like that, but it was exceptionally well done. All her duties as a mortician are handled with integrity and respect and really demonstrate how artful a profession it can be.

My only real criticisms are that there is some head-hopping, and the story is hard to follow at times.

[KatJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gotta give Disa a hands up for writing a story that isn't replicated elsewhere. The story line is different with some great action scenes and what I think is a real slow burner of a romance. Well its got to last the course of the other novels.

It took a little time to get to some action from the beginning but Disa uses it to draw a clear picture of the characters' backgrounds. The characters also develop well with the storyline. I look forward to seeing what Tennessee gets up to with her friends!

I received a complimentary copy of the novel by the author via Voracious Readers but would recommend it to anyone interested in something different from the paranormal romance genre. I will be looking to purchase the subsequent novels.

[Mia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mortician & Demon Slayer.

I chose this book from Voracious Readers Only really enjoyed it.
Loved this people suggest it is for fans of Buffy the Vampire Slayer of which I am one.

Tennessee England is a mortician who sees things/people, which she puts down to the tumour in her head.

Sho supernatural being who is only corporeal when he is near to dead bodies be it animal or human or ashes.

Loved the tongue in cheek humour. The story leaves lots of unanswered questions.
How did Sho know Ten when she was young?
Why exactly are they tethered together?
Who will Ten end up with Sho her ghost/demon protector: Philip – her old boyfriend who dumped her: Or someone new
I will have to read book two to find out.

[Jeanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stone Cold Mortal is an interesting first book in a series. Mortician Tennessee England has some rather serious health issues with a cerebral aneurysm threatening to erupt at any time causing her to hallucinate. When she finds out that the ghost samurai visions are real, well…..that puts everything in a different perspective. Though it took me a bit to get into this book, once I did, I couldn’t put it down. I love Tennessee and her Samurai sidekick, as well as all the interactions with all of her friends. Her sassiness when dealing with the baddies is quite entertaining also. It makes for a very fun read. I look forward to reading the next novel in this series. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

Stone Cold Mortal is a fast-paced, fun, and totally addictive read. The story blends supernatural mystery, dark humor, and just the right amount of sass. Tennessee England is a kick-ass, no-nonsense heroine who’s impossible not to love—quirky, smart, and refreshingly original.

The mix of mortuary work, demons, and snappy dialogue gives the book a unique edge, and it constantly keeps you guessing. If you're into urban fantasy with a strong female lead, and creepy-funny vibes - this is a good read!

The only improvement I think would be a little more explanation around what is happening with the Sho/Tennessee back story - but I think thats coming in a further book perhaps. It got just a little confusing in places.

I tore through it and already want more. Highly recommended!

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting and new take on demon hunting. Bit of a slow build to the action. Tennessee is a quirky girl who runs her absentee parent’s mortuary. She’s shrouded in mystery perhaps due to the fact that she survived a life threatening condition as a child. The cast of characters surrounding her Lin, Phillip, Godzilla are complementary if a tad overbearing at times. Some very detailed descriptions of behind the scenes mortuary practices so be aware. Overall a slow start but an excellent ending with interesting possibilities. I received this book for free from eBook Discovery. I voluntarily review this book. This is my honest review.

[Claire Trickett · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a weird story about a mortician who has to choose between being mortal or immortal. But, choosing mortality isn't plain sailing.

Although this is a long story, nearly 300 pages, it honestly took me ages to read as it's not my kind of book.

It was well written and I loved the banter between Tennesse and her friends. The sexual tension with Sho, Phillip and Jasper is also easy to see. Makes me want to read the next story to see who she ends up with.

Worth a read if this is your type of book.

I received a complimentary copy of the book from the author via Voracious Readers Only and I'm leaving a voluntary and honest review.

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was given this book to review from the author through Voracious Readers Only.

The storyline was interesting and unique. I really enjoyed that the author used a morgue and funeral parlour as the main setting. The characters were well developed and by the end of the book I found myself fully immersed and rooting for them. Particularly Tennessee and Sho but I was also interested in the stories of the side characters. The book was fast paced and full of plot twists and mystery.

There were a few inconsistencies with the storyline that were confusing however not enough to make me lose interest and put the book down.

[Alexis Roberts · Rating 3 out of 5]

Stone Cold Mortal by Disa Dawn blends urban fantasy with a sharp, lightly snarky edge. The world has a fun mix of magic, attitude, and supernatural chaos, and the pacing stays light on its feet, making it an easy story to slip into. The characters have personality, the humor lands, and the plot keeps things moving without getting bogged down.

It’s a solid, entertaining read — just not fully aligned with the darker, more intense emotional tone I usually look for. I tend to gravitate toward heavier tension and morally grey dynamics, and this one leans more playful than brooding.

Still, it’s engaging, clever, and absolutely something fans of paranormal fun-with-bite will enjoy.

[Becky · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was fun from start to finish! I fell in love with the characters, and I can’t wait for the next book. This quirky story has a great balance of heart, sassy humor, and suspense. I don’t normally read books that have anything to do with demons because they tend to creep me out, but this is no horror story. The author manages to weave a magical tale that combines friendship, love, and demon-slaying in perfect proportion while highlighting the beauty and humor that can be found in everyday life (and even in death). Two thumbs way up!!

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

(I received a complimentary review copy of this novel from the author via Voracious Readers Only)

I loved this! It was so awesome to dive into a story with a strong female protagonist who is funny, well-developed, and so easy to root for. The supporting characters are well-rounded and interesting, and I was immediately hooked by the lore of this story, unlike any other fantasy novels I have read in a long time. The story is fast-paced and unpredictable, and I'm really looking forward to seeing where the story goes in the sequels!

[Gigi · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book exceeded my expectations and the characters are well-fleshed out and have a real depth to them. Tennesse is quirky, determined and has a fiery nature, doesn’t take bull shit from people and is comfortable in her own skin. Loved Tennessee, she is such onion layered character with such depth to her.
The love triangle between Phillip, Sho and Tennessee was such a nuanced set of relationships, with a unique take on love triangles.
Demon wrangling was an intriguing concept and I haven't seen anything like this before.
Such a great book and a thoroughly enjoyable read.

[Ilia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Demon-slaying with a pinch of humour, quirkiness and characters that slowly grow on you. The information and story of this supernatural world were intriguing, and I admit I loved the mysterious Sho and the idea of the demon twins. However, I found the first two chapters chaotic and confusing and considered dnf-ing it several times. The chapters were quite long and it was after 40% I got into the story when the random changes in direction within the same page were minimised and the flow was much better.
*I received a copy of this book for review by VR*

[Kerry Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting take on the demon hunting genre of books. Follow Tenny and her friends on the sometimes poignant sometimes funny road she travels when she finds out she has to become a hunter.

The characters are well written and their voices are all as distinctive as their descriptions. Really looking forward to the next in the series.

I recieved a copy of this book from ebook discovery in exchange for an honest and freely given review.