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Shadow and Light #7
Dark Strike
Rowyn and Tyrius are back!!!! And the world will never be same again...
Don’t miss the thrilling return of the Shadow and Light series, DARK STRIKE. Coming summer 2020.
Dark Strike is a sassy, fast-paced urban fantasy filled with demons, angels, vampires, werewolves, witches, fae, leprechauns, and shifters. If you enjoy urban fantasy books with a kick-ass heroine and plenty of action, suspense and humor, you’ll love Dark Strike.
Don’t miss the thrilling return of the Shadow and Light series, DARK STRIKE. Coming summer 2020.
Dark Strike is a sassy, fast-paced urban fantasy filled with demons, angels, vampires, werewolves, witches, fae, leprechauns, and shifters. If you enjoy urban fantasy books with a kick-ass heroine and plenty of action, suspense and humor, you’ll love Dark Strike.
339 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 4, 2020
About the author
Kim Richardson
109 books1,318 followersKim Richardson is the award-winning author of the bestselling SOUL GUARDIANS series. She lives in the eastern part of Canada with her husband, two dogs and a very old cat. She is the author of the SOUL GUARDIANS series, the MYSTICS series, and the DIVIDED REALMS series. Kim's books are available in print editions, and translations are available in over 7 languages.
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May 22, 2022
Rowyn is downright giddy that she and Layla now have angel marks that will prohibit Lucian or any other demon from taking advantage of them. Question: Jax had an angel mark yet he was whisked off to the Netherworld since the demon Degamon had his name. I’m pretty sure Lucian has Layla’s name and I know for a fact he has Rowyn’s. What’s to keep him from taking them to the Netherworld?
Also, just dropping Jax from the storyline sticks in my craw. He’d been changed due to his time in the Netherworld and yet Rowyn doesn’t seem to have any desire to help him. I was hoping something bad would happen to his bitch of a fiancee. It’s weird to have a character be a fixture and then just have him disappear with no explanation. And what about his mother’s wannabe boyfriend? He seemed kind of sinister. Don’t forget Pam. She’s mentioned once in passing by the cat. Oh, and the jinni. We know he’s out there. What is he up to? Shoddy storytelling.
Overused: "demon balls” practically every other page. “subbie” who calls their Subaru that? Say “RV” like a normal person.
So, necromancers. Now not only limited to raising the dead but are stealing souls with the aid of a god named Derrigor (whose fate is left hanging out there)
Are Rowyn and Layla immortals? How’s that going to work for Layla and Danto? Will she die long before him? Layla + leather outfits/6” heels = overdone. Speaking of Danto, as a leader of the vampires, wouldn’t they have accompanied him when they’re fighting the bad guys? How come he never brings them along? Do Rowyn and the rest of the priests kiss and make up after she saves the day? So many questions.
That’s all folks.
Also, just dropping Jax from the storyline sticks in my craw. He’d been changed due to his time in the Netherworld and yet Rowyn doesn’t seem to have any desire to help him. I was hoping something bad would happen to his bitch of a fiancee. It’s weird to have a character be a fixture and then just have him disappear with no explanation. And what about his mother’s wannabe boyfriend? He seemed kind of sinister. Don’t forget Pam. She’s mentioned once in passing by the cat. Oh, and the jinni. We know he’s out there. What is he up to? Shoddy storytelling.
Overused: "demon balls” practically every other page. “subbie” who calls their Subaru that? Say “RV” like a normal person.
So, necromancers. Now not only limited to raising the dead but are stealing souls with the aid of a god named Derrigor (whose fate is left hanging out there)
Are Rowyn and Layla immortals? How’s that going to work for Layla and Danto? Will she die long before him? Layla + leather outfits/6” heels = overdone. Speaking of Danto, as a leader of the vampires, wouldn’t they have accompanied him when they’re fighting the bad guys? How come he never brings them along? Do Rowyn and the rest of the priests kiss and make up after she saves the day? So many questions.
That’s all folks.
June 7, 2020
Great to have Rowyn, Gareth, Tyrius, Lance et al back in this magical, action-packed battle with a demented, soul-sucking necromancer for our dynamic, kick-ass team to cross swords with! Guaranteed to have you biting your fingernails & your kindle smoking as it tries to turn the pages quickly enough to keep up with you! Wonderful series with great story-telling, gutsy/snarky characters, dangerous situations, supernatural places & realms fantastically combine to make a brilliant & dramatic read. Angels, demons, zombies, dark magic along with lots of snort-worthy humour & the best characters this side of the veil, make this a highly recommended fantasy book!
January 7, 2022
Reasonable Finale
Our hapless heroine Rowyn is in a happy place with Gareth when all hell is let loose in the form of Necromancers they kill a priest and are stealing the souls from living. She is of course called upon to solve the problem but she is no longer alone not only does she have her faithful family she also has the council and the help of angels. Gareth has his soul drained and she goes after him in her own unusual way and brings him and the others back. I believe there is more that could be done with this series as the way it has ended is a bit lame who knows maybe there is more to come in the future.
Our hapless heroine Rowyn is in a happy place with Gareth when all hell is let loose in the form of Necromancers they kill a priest and are stealing the souls from living. She is of course called upon to solve the problem but she is no longer alone not only does she have her faithful family she also has the council and the help of angels. Gareth has his soul drained and she goes after him in her own unusual way and brings him and the others back. I believe there is more that could be done with this series as the way it has ended is a bit lame who knows maybe there is more to come in the future.
June 6, 2026
Rowan has one wild witchy rollercoaster ride as she, Garth, familiar Tyrian, a host of heavenly angels, her half sister and vampire Danto, along with others, are in for the battle of their lives.
Evil in the form of necromancers are stealing souls. The battle is shocking and difficult, even worse when it becomes one of Rowan’s own. Then byyyyy golly it is personal and she will not let go without the fight of her life, risking her own life to save those she loves, and the World.
Exhilarating and lightning fast,this is a terrific series, engaging, absorbing and fascinating and an absolutely worthwhile read
Evil in the form of necromancers are stealing souls. The battle is shocking and difficult, even worse when it becomes one of Rowan’s own. Then byyyyy golly it is personal and she will not let go without the fight of her life, risking her own life to save those she loves, and the World.
Exhilarating and lightning fast,this is a terrific series, engaging, absorbing and fascinating and an absolutely worthwhile read
July 6, 2020
SHE'S BACK!!!!
WOW! I didn't think there would be another book in this amazing series. To have one last story with Rowyn, Gareth and Tyruis is fantastic!
They are back to facing off with another evil force in the world. This is an action-packed, magic filled, sword fighting story that will have you on the edge of your seat captivated and highly entertained right from the very first page.
This is an amazing series with fantastic writing, kickass characters, filled with suspense, twits and loads of murder and mayhem. I highly recommend this fantasy series to anyone!
WOW! I didn't think there would be another book in this amazing series. To have one last story with Rowyn, Gareth and Tyruis is fantastic!
They are back to facing off with another evil force in the world. This is an action-packed, magic filled, sword fighting story that will have you on the edge of your seat captivated and highly entertained right from the very first page.
This is an amazing series with fantastic writing, kickass characters, filled with suspense, twits and loads of murder and mayhem. I highly recommend this fantasy series to anyone!
April 29, 2023
The necromancers were effectively creepy. The astral projection scene was way cool. Loved the development of conflict and how it was resolved, although it did seem like the wrap-up was a little TOO convenient. All in all, this series was a fun ride, and I highly recommend it if you enjoy dark fantasy and snarky heroines.
June 16, 2020
I was really happy to get this arc and to see that Rowyn and Tyrius are book for another book in Dark Strike.
She will have a new ennemi to fight. Someone or something is stealing stole from the living and this evil darkness could be really dangerous. But when someone she love is threatened she won't hesitate to do something stupid, again.
I have really loved this book and could barely put it down. Love Rowyn and Tyrius.
She will have a new ennemi to fight. Someone or something is stealing stole from the living and this evil darkness could be really dangerous. But when someone she love is threatened she won't hesitate to do something stupid, again.
I have really loved this book and could barely put it down. Love Rowyn and Tyrius.
June 7, 2020
Dark Strike - Shadow & Light Book 7
Series finale
Another great story in this fantastic, easy to read, fast paced, paranormal series.
Rowyn & Tyrius are called upon to help Rowyn’s EX landlord & good friend Father Thomas solve an unusual, dark & evil murder.
I really enjoyed this whole series & I’m sad it’s the last one.
Series finale
Another great story in this fantastic, easy to read, fast paced, paranormal series.
Rowyn & Tyrius are called upon to help Rowyn’s EX landlord & good friend Father Thomas solve an unusual, dark & evil murder.
I really enjoyed this whole series & I’m sad it’s the last one.
April 13, 2021
Great series
I loved this series! Well developed, likeable characters, great plots and plenty of action. Definitely page-turners!
However, the one drawback is the poor editing and proofreading. As the series progresses, the errors multiply. Wrong words, extra words, missing words and misspellings detract from the great writing and are, for me, frustrating.
I loved this series! Well developed, likeable characters, great plots and plenty of action. Definitely page-turners!
However, the one drawback is the poor editing and proofreading. As the series progresses, the errors multiply. Wrong words, extra words, missing words and misspellings detract from the great writing and are, for me, frustrating.
June 6, 2020
Best of the series so far! Rowyn is in a fight for the all the lives of Earth. I love the characters and the snarky dialogue. Richardson drops you into the story and keeps the action coming. Very enjoyable read.
May 18, 2022
I want more!
I gobbled up this series like Lays potato chips! And now my bag is empty😥 Will there be more? Something with a baby or two on the way?
Thank you for this series. It had all my emotions in an uproar. You did well, Kim, you did well!
I gobbled up this series like Lays potato chips! And now my bag is empty😥 Will there be more? Something with a baby or two on the way?
Thank you for this series. It had all my emotions in an uproar. You did well, Kim, you did well!
December 21, 2022
This book seemed more pointless than the rest.
May 9, 2023
Fantastic
Another fantastic book in an already amazing series, I really enjoy reading about this world and there fascinating characters, I'm looking forward to reading the next one in this series.
Another fantastic book in an already amazing series, I really enjoy reading about this world and there fascinating characters, I'm looking forward to reading the next one in this series.
March 20, 2024
This series is really good I couldn’t stop listening to it the narrator did a awesome job telling the story it kept me interested the whole time. I have enjoyed all of the Kim Richardson book that I have a read or listened to I highly recommend her books 📚 🎧
June 21, 2025
Queeeee
Dios como e sufrido.con este libro, creo que hasta yo quedé en shoock con lo que pasó y las lágrimas y risas no faltaron. Que otras aventuras tendrán estos intrépidos personajes
Dios como e sufrido.con este libro, creo que hasta yo quedé en shoock con lo que pasó y las lágrimas y risas no faltaron. Que otras aventuras tendrán estos intrépidos personajes
June 14, 2020
Good continuation of the story. Can't wait for the next one.
July 6, 2020
This is a fantastic story with great characters full of action and suspense. I didn't want to put it down.
I received a review copy of this book and I am voluntarily giving an honest review
I received a review copy of this book and I am voluntarily giving an honest review
July 15, 2020
Another excellent read.
I enjoyed the entire storyline and I’m sure there will be more added to it. Looking forward to more of Kim’s books.
I enjoyed the entire storyline and I’m sure there will be more added to it. Looking forward to more of Kim’s books.
November 8, 2020
Noooooo need more much more
Still rocking no it back to back great characters kick ass action I’m in love gonna be up set when finished need more much much more just saying
Still rocking no it back to back great characters kick ass action I’m in love gonna be up set when finished need more much much more just saying
May 6, 2021
Shadow and Light Book 7
Great book! I really enjoyed.this book. It was predictable but so interesting that I still wanted to read every word.
Great book! I really enjoyed.this book. It was predictable but so interesting that I still wanted to read every word.
April 30, 2022
A great series
If you like the Paranormal world, strong women lead character with great friends, family and a love interest , you most read
If you like the Paranormal world, strong women lead character with great friends, family and a love interest , you most read
December 19, 2023
Le doy 4 estrellas porque es un final digno y hermoso para las aventuras de Rowyn y Tyrius. Los ame mucho
August 8, 2024
Nigromantes
Qué sensación tan extraña el pensar de que pueden haber seres que no tienen ningún problema con hacerse del alma de una persona y considerarla una cosa.
Qué sensación tan extraña el pensar de que pueden haber seres que no tienen ningún problema con hacerse del alma de una persona y considerarla una cosa.
March 21, 2025
Para ser una saga los libros se leen muy rápido y muy ligero, me gusto la historia
September 26, 2023
la storia è sempre intrigante, condita con un pizzico di romance e molto umorismo! Rowyn non delude mai e nemmeno il suo Elfo e il suo baal :)
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