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Moonlight Detective Agency #2
Diamond In The Rough
The secret world is being hidden by a vampire hundreds of years old - and her human frat-boy apprentice.
He might shape up to be an asset. If she doesn't kill him first.
Between setting up the office and hiring new preternatural staff, with some surprising...talents, Taylor tasks Remy with a new case.
She assumes he will stick to her instructions.
But this is Remy.
Reformed frat boy. Low compliance. With a desperate need to prove himself...
Of course, he won’t stick to the plan.
So when things heat up with the dwarven cartel - and the preternatural world order hangs in the balance - it'll take everything Taylor has to prevent the city of NY being exposed to all she's managed to kept secret for centuries.
Will Taylor decide that Remy needs to take the final nap for the benefit of everyone? Will everything go up in a Frat-Boy blaze of glory?
What happens when Remy starts to get a clue?
366 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 2, 2019
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About the author
Isobella Crowley
18 books12 followersHi, my name is Isobella Crowley... but only my mum calls me Isobella. Everyone else calls me Izzie.
And yes, I said mum, not mom - which tells you I'm from England. Bicester (near Oxford) to be exact. Like Scarlett in "A Very British Witch".
I also love all things Wiccan and magical. I taught myself how to use tarot cards when I was 8. Also learned a bunch about astrology, so it seemed only natural that I'd end up writing about a girl who finds out she's a Wiccan by descent, and spends her free time in a real life magical book shop.
The wine shop she works in is based on an adorable little vintners in Eton... just the other side of the bridge from Windsor. If you ever visit there, be sure to check it out. The guy who owns it knows EVERYTHING about wine. And he's kinda cute.
Ok, that's a little about me. I'm also on facebook, and would love to connect with you. Hope you enjoy reading these stories!
And yes, I said mum, not mom - which tells you I'm from England. Bicester (near Oxford) to be exact. Like Scarlett in "A Very British Witch".
I also love all things Wiccan and magical. I taught myself how to use tarot cards when I was 8. Also learned a bunch about astrology, so it seemed only natural that I'd end up writing about a girl who finds out she's a Wiccan by descent, and spends her free time in a real life magical book shop.
The wine shop she works in is based on an adorable little vintners in Eton... just the other side of the bridge from Windsor. If you ever visit there, be sure to check it out. The guy who owns it knows EVERYTHING about wine. And he's kinda cute.
Ok, that's a little about me. I'm also on facebook, and would love to connect with you. Hope you enjoy reading these stories!
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March 23, 2023
This second book in the series got off to a great start, as Remy - better known as the rapscallion David Remington, a younger son of a very rich family, and better known for throwing parties so wild, that they've become renowned for the scale of the damage caused - is determined to be better at his new place of work than Taylor is, despite all the evidence to the contrary!
Remy really is trying to get better, even though his decisions lead to him being attacked in broad daylight, and nearly killed by someone with superhuman strength and speed.
But, despite Taylor warning him off the case, he's determined to find out who it was that attacked him, and why.
Despite Taylor warning him of the risk, and the fairy, Riley, trying her best to keep him safe, and out of trouble, Remy is soon well over his head IN trouble, and it will take a miracle, or Taylor, to rescue him from it!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and really love the way that Remy is determined to improve himself, even when being used as bait by Taylor.
Remy really is determined to make the Agency better, and to be considered as an equal partner to Taylor, even though he knows that's going to be very hard to achieve.
And he is slowly, but surely, becoming the man he thinks he should be, and is also gathering friends, and more clues, along the way!
I really want to go straight on to book three: A Girl's Best Friend, and so I'm going to, before it gets too late to start reading it (it's past midnight already), so I'll see you on the flip side, to let you know what I think of book three!
Remy really is trying to get better, even though his decisions lead to him being attacked in broad daylight, and nearly killed by someone with superhuman strength and speed.
But, despite Taylor warning him off the case, he's determined to find out who it was that attacked him, and why.
Despite Taylor warning him of the risk, and the fairy, Riley, trying her best to keep him safe, and out of trouble, Remy is soon well over his head IN trouble, and it will take a miracle, or Taylor, to rescue him from it!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and really love the way that Remy is determined to improve himself, even when being used as bait by Taylor.
Remy really is determined to make the Agency better, and to be considered as an equal partner to Taylor, even though he knows that's going to be very hard to achieve.
And he is slowly, but surely, becoming the man he thinks he should be, and is also gathering friends, and more clues, along the way!
I really want to go straight on to book three: A Girl's Best Friend, and so I'm going to, before it gets too late to start reading it (it's past midnight already), so I'll see you on the flip side, to let you know what I think of book three!
January 2, 2021
Fun, high action book/series
Gave this a five star rating because it held my attention and kept me entertained throughout the book. From the being, this book grabbed my attention at the prologue in through to the epilogue which left me looking forward to reading the next book in this series! And thanks go out to the authors for the added bonus of the highly entertaining authors more. Going you continue to provide is readers with many more collaborations in the future!
Gave this a five star rating because it held my attention and kept me entertained throughout the book. From the being, this book grabbed my attention at the prologue in through to the epilogue which left me looking forward to reading the next book in this series! And thanks go out to the authors for the added bonus of the highly entertaining authors more. Going you continue to provide is readers with many more collaborations in the future!
February 24, 2021
Fun series so far, I am really enjoying it
This is a fun series and I am really enjoying it. The characters are interesting and there is lots of action. It will be interesting to see where it goes in the next book. I recommend it.
This is a fun series and I am really enjoying it. The characters are interesting and there is lots of action. It will be interesting to see where it goes in the next book. I recommend it.
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April 7, 2020Getting repetitious.
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November 18, 2020One of my favorite urban fantasy series
December 15, 2021
Excellent story, with engaging characters.
March 27, 2025
Fun series so far. I am enjoying the characters, storylines, and the bad guys and their minions are entertaining. Look forward to reading the next book in the series.
February 8, 2020
Dry fun sophomore effort
Quick moving and fast paced - a bit of unpleasant horror but not too much- and the reformation of the rake proceeds well - good new characters seedy bits of NYC and full size fairies - way fun
Quick moving and fast paced - a bit of unpleasant horror but not too much- and the reformation of the rake proceeds well - good new characters seedy bits of NYC and full size fairies - way fun
November 1, 2019
Fun
Taylor is a powerful Vampire. Remy is a semi reformed playboy in trouble with his family. Together they run an investigation agency. They keep order in the supernatural world. Remy often gets in trouble having deviated from Taylor's lead. The beautiful Fairy, Riley, fortunately tends to bail him out. I like the action and humor. The plot kept my attention throughout. I look forward to the next book.
Taylor is a powerful Vampire. Remy is a semi reformed playboy in trouble with his family. Together they run an investigation agency. They keep order in the supernatural world. Remy often gets in trouble having deviated from Taylor's lead. The beautiful Fairy, Riley, fortunately tends to bail him out. I like the action and humor. The plot kept my attention throughout. I look forward to the next book.
October 15, 2019
Extra musing by Authors
Sometime, I got confused by Ellie's book: did I come here for the story or was it the random rambling of the Authors Note? The story is strong and guaranteed to suck you out of the real life. But the Authors Note was kind of bending what you thought as your real life into a Gordian Knot style pretzel.
Sometime, I got confused by Ellie's book: did I come here for the story or was it the random rambling of the Authors Note? The story is strong and guaranteed to suck you out of the real life. But the Authors Note was kind of bending what you thought as your real life into a Gordian Knot style pretzel.
October 16, 2019
Buy this book!
I really enjoy reading, no really I do. Some books are good others so-so. Then you get a new series that you just know from the jump is going to be ?? Beyond! This series is Beyond in the making! I love it. If you like read give the first two books a shot, you'll love them. I hope the plan is 8 to 12 books. Nuff said ✌👍
I really enjoy reading, no really I do. Some books are good others so-so. Then you get a new series that you just know from the jump is going to be ?? Beyond! This series is Beyond in the making! I love it. If you like read give the first two books a shot, you'll love them. I hope the plan is 8 to 12 books. Nuff said ✌👍
October 20, 2019
Will childishness and stupidity prevail?
Remy, has his feelings hurt and he responds typically... like a toddler. Finding himself as bait for the minion of a powerful vampire, Remy charged into danger, as thoughtlessly as a first grader filled with visions of glory. Can Riley the beautiful fairy save him from himself? A good read.
Remy, has his feelings hurt and he responds typically... like a toddler. Finding himself as bait for the minion of a powerful vampire, Remy charged into danger, as thoughtlessly as a first grader filled with visions of glory. Can Riley the beautiful fairy save him from himself? A good read.
October 21, 2019
Worth reading
Books by this author are always worth reading. This series , so far , is no exception. Ms. Clarke is a talented , intelligent writer and her novels reflect this. There were a few editing mistakes , but not enough to detract from a five star review.
Also , 're a d her authors notes. They're simply incredible !
Books by this author are always worth reading. This series , so far , is no exception. Ms. Clarke is a talented , intelligent writer and her novels reflect this. There were a few editing mistakes , but not enough to detract from a five star review.
Also , 're a d her authors notes. They're simply incredible !
October 14, 2019
Love this series
Great starter story. Man learning how to grow up and accepting his limitations. Learning that money does not solve anything and he is not invincible. Learning to appreciate others.
Great starter story. Man learning how to grow up and accepting his limitations. Learning that money does not solve anything and he is not invincible. Learning to appreciate others.
November 26, 2019
Another great series
I’m totally enjoying these books and chuckles! I look forward to reading the notes at the end! I watched one of Ell’s podcasts & could picture her trying to be polite while dealing with someone on her call...Lol
I’m totally enjoying these books and chuckles! I look forward to reading the notes at the end! I watched one of Ell’s podcasts & could picture her trying to be polite while dealing with someone on her call...Lol
October 14, 2019
Very good read.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, as the characters become more solidified, and some new ones make their way onto the stage.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, as the characters become more solidified, and some new ones make their way onto the stage.
October 24, 2019
An enjoyable and creative ride
An enjoyable and creative ride. What ever you do don't miss reading the authors notes at the end. Can't wait for the next book.
An enjoyable and creative ride. What ever you do don't miss reading the authors notes at the end. Can't wait for the next book.
November 4, 2019
Not quite as good as book one but kept my interest and I will definitely read three when it comes out.
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