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The Rift Chronicles #1
Magitek
My name is Danica James. I'm a cop with the Arcane Division.
I'm also a magitek. For most humans, demons, and Fae, magik and technology are totally incompatible. But some mages are able to manipulate mechanical and electrical devices.
Hunter James was my grandfather, and a magitek. He wanted to end humanity's cycle of war, but instead he broke the world.
I'm also a magitek. For most humans, demons, and Fae, magik and technology are totally incompatible. But some mages are able to manipulate mechanical and electrical devices.
Hunter James was my grandfather, and a magitek. He wanted to end humanity's cycle of war, but instead he broke the world.
319 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 27, 2020
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B.R. Kingsolver
42 books950 followersI made silver and turquoise jewelry for almost a decade, ended up in nursing school, then took a master’s in business. Along the way I worked in construction, as a newspaper editor, a teacher, and somehow found a career working with computers.
As to my other interests, I love the outdoors, especially the Rocky Mountains. I’ve skied since high school, with one broken leg and one torn ACL to show for it. I’ve hiked and camped all my life. I love to travel, though I haven’t done enough of it. I’ve seen a lot of Russia and Mexico, not enough of England. Amsterdam is amazing, and the Romanian Alps are breathtaking. Lake Tahoe is a favorite, and someday I’d like to see Banff.
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As to my other interests, I love the outdoors, especially the Rocky Mountains. I’ve skied since high school, with one broken leg and one torn ACL to show for it. I’ve hiked and camped all my life. I love to travel, though I haven’t done enough of it. I’ve seen a lot of Russia and Mexico, not enough of England. Amsterdam is amazing, and the Romanian Alps are breathtaking. Lake Tahoe is a favorite, and someday I’d like to see Banff.
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January 25, 2021
If you're familiar with the author at all, this book won't surprise you, I don't think. You have a powerful heroine who forges her own way in a world with lots of big players, opposed group dynamics, and some evil folks who need to be stopped. I hope that doesn't sound at all dismissive because I'm at least nominally a fan.
The worldbuilding is a bit spare. Mages have apparently been around for a long time (witches too?) but one mage (Danica's grandfather) screwed up by magically enhancing a nuclear bomb and that opened a rift to other worlds. Worlds with vampires, shifters, elves, and demons. It's never said if those are the same worlds, but I suspect not. Out of the resulting war, a group of magical families rose to preeminence and hence power. They're not outright rulers, but have tons of (acknowledged both tacitly and officially) power.
And the world is a bit uglier than our own, which makes some sense given that some of those newcomers are amoral predators and the demons are outright evil. But that's where things break down a bit. It's not clear why they make any room for demons in civil society and I kept wondering why they had any accommodation at all for them. They're parasites who actively seek the degradation of those around them. There's no good there and tolerating them doesn't provide any actual benefit, so Danica playing around with a demon lord made zero sense to me.
That said, the action was excellent with a fast pace and an engaging story. I liked Danica and her friends and their commitment to making things better and helping people. I liked that they were willing to push back against those who were fine with things as they were and they did so effectively.
In the end, I'm going with a solid four stars for the story. I couldn't make out Danica's motivations with regards to the demons or towards those of her family who hate her. She's too prone to tolerating them both and that made no sense to me. At least we get to the point where she had enough and shut the right folks down. But it should have been more integral to her past, if that makes sense.
A note about Steamy: There's no outright sex, but there's enough explicit detail in sexual situations for this to be steamy. A little bit. The story revolves around sex trafficking, so some of those are uncomfortable and abusive, so bear that in mind if it is going to be an issue for you.
The worldbuilding is a bit spare. Mages have apparently been around for a long time (witches too?) but one mage (Danica's grandfather) screwed up by magically enhancing a nuclear bomb and that opened a rift to other worlds. Worlds with vampires, shifters, elves, and demons. It's never said if those are the same worlds, but I suspect not. Out of the resulting war, a group of magical families rose to preeminence and hence power. They're not outright rulers, but have tons of (acknowledged both tacitly and officially) power.
And the world is a bit uglier than our own, which makes some sense given that some of those newcomers are amoral predators and the demons are outright evil. But that's where things break down a bit. It's not clear why they make any room for demons in civil society and I kept wondering why they had any accommodation at all for them. They're parasites who actively seek the degradation of those around them. There's no good there and tolerating them doesn't provide any actual benefit, so Danica playing around with a demon lord made zero sense to me.
That said, the action was excellent with a fast pace and an engaging story. I liked Danica and her friends and their commitment to making things better and helping people. I liked that they were willing to push back against those who were fine with things as they were and they did so effectively.
In the end, I'm going with a solid four stars for the story. I couldn't make out Danica's motivations with regards to the demons or towards those of her family who hate her. She's too prone to tolerating them both and that made no sense to me. At least we get to the point where she had enough and shut the right folks down. But it should have been more integral to her past, if that makes sense.
A note about Steamy: There's no outright sex, but there's enough explicit detail in sexual situations for this to be steamy. A little bit. The story revolves around sex trafficking, so some of those are uncomfortable and abusive, so bear that in mind if it is going to be an issue for you.
March 24, 2022
Oh, I missed this author!
Yup, I knew I'd really enjoy this series, Kingsolver is an amazing author.
So, what do we have?
A really cool world, some amazing characters, and a fast-paced plot. It was really hard to put this series down.
The only minus I found was that the whole series kinda' ended a bit too soon. I would have wanted more, but oh well. Maybe next series will be longer.
If you've never read this author, definitely try!
Yup, I knew I'd really enjoy this series, Kingsolver is an amazing author.
So, what do we have?
A really cool world, some amazing characters, and a fast-paced plot. It was really hard to put this series down.
The only minus I found was that the whole series kinda' ended a bit too soon. I would have wanted more, but oh well. Maybe next series will be longer.
If you've never read this author, definitely try!
March 21, 2021
If you have read other books of her, you already know what to expect. Her weakness are a somewhat superficial world building (if you have read Ms Andrews’ Baylor trilogy you’ll see the difference, similar setup, worlds so different to be stars apart), totally flat side characters, a need for an editor (here even a spellcheck is missing, otherwise we wouldn’t have 0 (zero) rather than o :D)
It’s a bit frustrating, there’s potential in her stories, but it’s never achieved.
I was really interested in her plot, and the heroine wasn’t too bad (even if too near TSTL), but the overall confusion and the lack of interest in the rest of the characters was a bit too much.
It’s a bit frustrating, there’s potential in her stories, but it’s never achieved.
I was really interested in her plot, and the heroine wasn’t too bad (even if too near TSTL), but the overall confusion and the lack of interest in the rest of the characters was a bit too much.
November 13, 2022
3.5/5.0
I picked this book up because Ms. Kingsolver’s books are forever popping up on my kindle feed (Amazon does to an amazing job of pushing their KU author’s for sure). And I finally succumbed. I actually really liked the characters and overall plot. I didn’t really like some of the specific themes in this story, however.
It was kinda slow for the beginning third of the book while the author set up the basics. It reads much like a mystery but with paranormal (magic) aspects. I really liked that, as most straight up mysteries tend to bore me, so the magic added something that made it more compelling. The plot revolved around human trafficking, but it concentrated much more on the kinky sex stuff (not graphic, though) rather than the horrors of the trafficking, itself. In fact the characters treated the trafficking aspect in just a rather hoe-hum sort of way. That “no big deal” attitude toward something so horrific with a focus on the titillating sexual side felt so off to to me that I just couldn’t round the star rating up.
I do think I’ll try the next book in the series, however, as the writing and the overall arc kept my interest enough to see what comes next.
I picked this book up because Ms. Kingsolver’s books are forever popping up on my kindle feed (Amazon does to an amazing job of pushing their KU author’s for sure). And I finally succumbed. I actually really liked the characters and overall plot. I didn’t really like some of the specific themes in this story, however.
It was kinda slow for the beginning third of the book while the author set up the basics. It reads much like a mystery but with paranormal (magic) aspects. I really liked that, as most straight up mysteries tend to bore me, so the magic added something that made it more compelling. The plot revolved around human trafficking, but it concentrated much more on the kinky sex stuff (not graphic, though) rather than the horrors of the trafficking, itself. In fact the characters treated the trafficking aspect in just a rather hoe-hum sort of way. That “no big deal” attitude toward something so horrific with a focus on the titillating sexual side felt so off to to me that I just couldn’t round the star rating up.
I do think I’ll try the next book in the series, however, as the writing and the overall arc kept my interest enough to see what comes next.
September 11, 2020
Child Trafficking
The central theme of this book involves the exploitation of children and child sex trafficking. It should not be available for sale without appropriate warnings regarding the content.
From a technical standpoint, it reads like it’s a continuation of another series. The author repeatedly discusses events that happened prior to the start of this book. Something about the protagonist’s grandfather and her father. A Rift. The entire southeastern seaboard along the Chesapeake Bay somehow still exists even though the ocean level is somewhere between 100 and 300 feet higher as if whatever caused that wouldn’t have been a world-killing event. I mean, it’s not like this area already has a hurricane season and temperatures that swing between 0 and 100+, so it makes perfect sense that it would be habitable after a global disaster.
If this weren’t enough of a recommendation, the author likes to spell magic with a “k”. Magik. And makes up fun spelling for names like Mychal. Is that supposed to be pronounced like Michael or Mitchell or My-shal or My-shell? Who knows?
Between the technical oddities and the utterly repulsive storyline, this book is a hard no.
The central theme of this book involves the exploitation of children and child sex trafficking. It should not be available for sale without appropriate warnings regarding the content.
From a technical standpoint, it reads like it’s a continuation of another series. The author repeatedly discusses events that happened prior to the start of this book. Something about the protagonist’s grandfather and her father. A Rift. The entire southeastern seaboard along the Chesapeake Bay somehow still exists even though the ocean level is somewhere between 100 and 300 feet higher as if whatever caused that wouldn’t have been a world-killing event. I mean, it’s not like this area already has a hurricane season and temperatures that swing between 0 and 100+, so it makes perfect sense that it would be habitable after a global disaster.
If this weren’t enough of a recommendation, the author likes to spell magic with a “k”. Magik. And makes up fun spelling for names like Mychal. Is that supposed to be pronounced like Michael or Mitchell or My-shal or My-shell? Who knows?
Between the technical oddities and the utterly repulsive storyline, this book is a hard no.
August 31, 2020
Like all BR Kingsolver books, the heroine is smart, interesting, talented, yet avoids the Mary Sue trope that so many urban fantasy heroines fall victim too.
The lead character, Danica, is a cop from one of the ten chief families on an Earth that has had nuclear war, a demon invasion, vampires- yet still manages to be familiar.
The characters are interesting, the story engaging. While it’s not left on a cliffhanger, it is definitely left with a sense that the sequel is going to be incredible.
Mostly romance free not because the main character is anti romance, but just because it’s definitely not the time and place.
The lead character, Danica, is a cop from one of the ten chief families on an Earth that has had nuclear war, a demon invasion, vampires- yet still manages to be familiar.
The characters are interesting, the story engaging. While it’s not left on a cliffhanger, it is definitely left with a sense that the sequel is going to be incredible.
Mostly romance free not because the main character is anti romance, but just because it’s definitely not the time and place.
November 18, 2021
It wasn't bad, but the FMC made a decision that was so jaw-droppingly TSTL at the end that I had a hard time not rating this 2 stars.
I'm going to give it a tentative 3, because I enjoyed the rest of it. But I will totally shitcan the series if she does something like this in the next book.
I'm going to give it a tentative 3, because I enjoyed the rest of it. But I will totally shitcan the series if she does something like this in the next book.
September 17, 2020
1 star.
So the author wants to have a cop investigate human trafficking and yet doesn't have the college professors arrested for having sexual relations with a 16 year old girl. Wtf.
Over the top, repeated writing about how beautiful the witch best friend is. So unnecessary and she doesn't even sound like a good character at all. Answering the door to men in her underwear on purpose and needing to be the most attractive woman in the room? Shallow and weird in the most ridiculous way.
So the author wants to have a cop investigate human trafficking and yet doesn't have the college professors arrested for having sexual relations with a 16 year old girl. Wtf.
Over the top, repeated writing about how beautiful the witch best friend is. So unnecessary and she doesn't even sound like a good character at all. Answering the door to men in her underwear on purpose and needing to be the most attractive woman in the room? Shallow and weird in the most ridiculous way.
January 9, 2021
Interesting,
I got a little distracted and confused towards the end but that may have also been because it was 2am and I really wanted to finish it.
Dani is a detective with magitek powers. She’s tapped by a rich guy to find his missing daughter. Along the way, Dani deals with demons, vampires, rich vipers and her wealthy magitek family.
It’s quite dark and there is absolutely no romance. There’s a lot of sex slavery, trading, kids being sold, taken, trained, etc. the book does not go into THAT much detail but it definitely doesn’t shy away from sensitive topics. In fact, it’s all thrown around quite cavalierly. Like with The Silence of the Lambs, I’m annoyed that these awful things are happening to girls, boys and women, but the one case they reaaalllyy care about is the rich girl that was taken from her wealthy family. I couldn’t care about Dani’s investigation as much because of this special treatment. The problem is the whole world and everyone seems to be hyper focused on this one person who happens to have the right connections.
Alright story, dragged a bit with all the characters and families, but it kept me interested.
Not continuing with the next book.
I got a little distracted and confused towards the end but that may have also been because it was 2am and I really wanted to finish it.
Dani is a detective with magitek powers. She’s tapped by a rich guy to find his missing daughter. Along the way, Dani deals with demons, vampires, rich vipers and her wealthy magitek family.
It’s quite dark and there is absolutely no romance. There’s a lot of sex slavery, trading, kids being sold, taken, trained, etc. the book does not go into THAT much detail but it definitely doesn’t shy away from sensitive topics. In fact, it’s all thrown around quite cavalierly. Like with The Silence of the Lambs, I’m annoyed that these awful things are happening to girls, boys and women, but the one case they reaaalllyy care about is the rich girl that was taken from her wealthy family. I couldn’t care about Dani’s investigation as much because of this special treatment. The problem is the whole world and everyone seems to be hyper focused on this one person who happens to have the right connections.
Alright story, dragged a bit with all the characters and families, but it kept me interested.
Not continuing with the next book.
September 8, 2020
Loving this new series!
January 14, 2022
I don't love it, but I like it. One of the reasons why I'm not loving it is because of all the family names of the people involved. The author has the main character, Danica, refer to people by their family names. So I find myself trying to figure out who is who as the story goes along, and there are many. I Like the world building of it all, but I am still unclear as to what her Grandfather really did to open the Rift and why? I get that he was really smart, and the author/Danica, refer to him trying to send clean something up. But I just don't get it. Maybe it's just me.
I plan to continue to the next story, and hopefully that will give me more insight into what's going on and how any of this is her Grandfather's fault.
I plan to continue to the next story, and hopefully that will give me more insight into what's going on and how any of this is her Grandfather's fault.
October 13, 2020
Fantastic New Urban Fantasy Series
BR Kingsolver is one of my favourite urban fantasy authors of recent years. This author is a superb crafter of tales, drafter of worlds and creator of intriguing and convincing characters. Every page is a pleasure to read and the start of a new series from BR Kingsolver is a book I’m going to devour pretty soon after release.
Magitek revisits the world of The Dark Streets Series, which is one of my favourites. The MFC, Danica, in this book is a quarter elf and three quarters Magi. Danica is a Magitek a kind of mage that uses magic to manipulate technology. She is the illegitimate daughter of an important son of the House of Findlay. She is not interested in house politics and is a police detective. Her new partner is a member of another important House and Danica is not sure what to make of him.
Drawn into a case of a missing teenager and facing danger on all sides, Danica has to draw on her skills and determination, along with her family’s support and connections to try and stop the delicate balance of power in the region from crashing into pieces.
I really loved Danica. She is a strong confident woman, who knows her job, is well trained and competent. She’s a loyal friend and a loving daughter and though she doesn’t like being infamous for who her family is, she doesn’t turn her back on the members of that family who love her.
I really liked the supporting characters in this book. They are well constructed and are engaging. These characters help build a picture of the world in which Danica lives as well as Danica herself.
The plot of this book is fast paced and entertaining, drawing the reader on with each new turn of the page. The crime fighting aspect of the book is as much fun as the world building and I really enjoyed being challenged by the clever construction of the whodunnit aspect of the story.
I can’t wait to see where this story goes next, because I know the next book in the series will be just as good, if not better, than this one!
BR Kingsolver is one of my favourite urban fantasy authors of recent years. This author is a superb crafter of tales, drafter of worlds and creator of intriguing and convincing characters. Every page is a pleasure to read and the start of a new series from BR Kingsolver is a book I’m going to devour pretty soon after release.
Magitek revisits the world of The Dark Streets Series, which is one of my favourites. The MFC, Danica, in this book is a quarter elf and three quarters Magi. Danica is a Magitek a kind of mage that uses magic to manipulate technology. She is the illegitimate daughter of an important son of the House of Findlay. She is not interested in house politics and is a police detective. Her new partner is a member of another important House and Danica is not sure what to make of him.
Drawn into a case of a missing teenager and facing danger on all sides, Danica has to draw on her skills and determination, along with her family’s support and connections to try and stop the delicate balance of power in the region from crashing into pieces.
I really loved Danica. She is a strong confident woman, who knows her job, is well trained and competent. She’s a loyal friend and a loving daughter and though she doesn’t like being infamous for who her family is, she doesn’t turn her back on the members of that family who love her.
I really liked the supporting characters in this book. They are well constructed and are engaging. These characters help build a picture of the world in which Danica lives as well as Danica herself.
The plot of this book is fast paced and entertaining, drawing the reader on with each new turn of the page. The crime fighting aspect of the book is as much fun as the world building and I really enjoyed being challenged by the clever construction of the whodunnit aspect of the story.
I can’t wait to see where this story goes next, because I know the next book in the series will be just as good, if not better, than this one!
January 23, 2021
I thought the idea of this magical world was really cool -- the heroine's magic is unlike anything I've ever read before. I liked the heroine, her extended family, and the complexities of the plot. Weirdly enough, my favorite thing about this book was the setting -- a postapocalyptic eastern US that makes a lot of sense to me.
I was expecting it to be more urban fantasy romance than it was, so I was a bit disappointed. Going into it, I thought there was going to be more angst and internal character conflict, but it's much more in line with the fantasy genre where something about the world is broken, there are lots of bad people, and evil must be stopped.
I was expecting it to be more urban fantasy romance than it was, so I was a bit disappointed. Going into it, I thought there was going to be more angst and internal character conflict, but it's much more in line with the fantasy genre where something about the world is broken, there are lots of bad people, and evil must be stopped.
September 8, 2020
An enjoyable urban fantasy that is fast paced with an impressive kickass heroine. However there were a couple of things that stopped me giving five stars. There were too many family interconnections to easily keep track of and I must admit at times I just ignored the different family names.
Also the author often creates 'worlds' that are interesting and exciting, but aren't always completely believable. This is no exception, it was definitely interesting, but at times is over-the-top with a ridiculous body count.
Also the author often creates 'worlds' that are interesting and exciting, but aren't always completely believable. This is no exception, it was definitely interesting, but at times is over-the-top with a ridiculous body count.
March 7, 2021
DNF #20% - just too much going on with little explanation. I am sure there are those that this writing style will appeal to, as there is nothing wrong with it, it just didn't strike me as approachable. Perhaps I will try again in the future.
November 10, 2020
The unwelcome guests were obvious but it was still a fun read. I look forward to following this series
August 6, 2023
My Thoughts:
I like the story arc. I like that there are demons and elves and witches and the story telling quality is good. However, I am not quite convinced that Dani got out alive from a den of demons. That she could win in a fight with a high level demon who could flung her around so much like a rag doll with his magic and levitate all her toys away from her. So, every time she goes into a fight she could not win, she is saved by luck. Stupid is not my favourite theme.
I am used to urban fantasy books not having a plot. But this story managed to have one! Kudos to the author! Even if it is just a tad bit thin.
I am pretty sure that there will be a story about that very realistic woman statue with a dragon head in Ashvail's office in future books in this series because she has been repeatedly mentioned in this book.
This is my first Rachel Dulude audiobook listen and I would buy audiobooks by her again!
Quantitative Evaluation:
Story telling quality = 4
Character development = 2.5
Story itself = 4
Writing Style = 4
Ending = 4
World building = 4.5
Cover art = 4
Pace = (8 hrs and 59 mins listening time)
Plot = 2.5
Narration = 4.5
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5
I like the story arc. I like that there are demons and elves and witches and the story telling quality is good. However, I am not quite convinced that Dani got out alive from a den of demons. That she could win in a fight with a high level demon who could flung her around so much like a rag doll with his magic and levitate all her toys away from her. So, every time she goes into a fight she could not win, she is saved by luck. Stupid is not my favourite theme.
I am used to urban fantasy books not having a plot. But this story managed to have one! Kudos to the author! Even if it is just a tad bit thin.
I am pretty sure that there will be a story about that very realistic woman statue with a dragon head in Ashvail's office in future books in this series because she has been repeatedly mentioned in this book.
This is my first Rachel Dulude audiobook listen and I would buy audiobooks by her again!
Quantitative Evaluation:
Story telling quality = 4
Character development = 2.5
Story itself = 4
Writing Style = 4
Ending = 4
World building = 4.5
Cover art = 4
Pace = (8 hrs and 59 mins listening time)
Plot = 2.5
Narration = 4.5
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5
August 31, 2020
If you liked the Rosie O'Grady/Erin McLane series, you will enjoy this novel. I read it in 24 hours, couldn't stop. I've enjoyed ALL of B. R. Kingsolver's (by the way, Goodreads has not indexed this book to show up correctly with her other novels) series, especially the Chameleon Assassin. It will be interesting to see where Kingsolver goes with the main character.
This post-nuclear war urban fantasy world reminds me of Libby's post nuke age (from the Chameleon Assassin series), but this series is independent from (but reminiscent of) her other series. There is little paranormal romance to distract the reader from the main story.
This post-nuclear war urban fantasy world reminds me of Libby's post nuke age (from the Chameleon Assassin series), but this series is independent from (but reminiscent of) her other series. There is little paranormal romance to distract the reader from the main story.
September 1, 2020
Fantastic new series
BR Kingsolver's new series, The Rift Chronicles, is a great read. Excellent at world building, the author creates a dystopian world ruled by elite magical families. Due to nuclear wars and pandemics, a Rift has opened allowing demons and other supernatural creatures access to our world.
The story is a well plotted and the characters vivid. I look forward to learning more about them
BR Kingsolver's new series, The Rift Chronicles, is a great read. Excellent at world building, the author creates a dystopian world ruled by elite magical families. Due to nuclear wars and pandemics, a Rift has opened allowing demons and other supernatural creatures access to our world.
The story is a well plotted and the characters vivid. I look forward to learning more about them
September 2, 2020
Really good start to a new series.
I will start out by saying I discovered BR Kingsolver about 1 1/2 years ago and have read all her works since then, I was not disappointed with this book. Tons of action from the very beginning. I love her female leads, strong, smart,don't take stuff from anyone and maybe a little vulnerable like the rest of us. Can't wait for the next one and thank goodness we usually don't have to wait long.
I will start out by saying I discovered BR Kingsolver about 1 1/2 years ago and have read all her works since then, I was not disappointed with this book. Tons of action from the very beginning. I love her female leads, strong, smart,don't take stuff from anyone and maybe a little vulnerable like the rest of us. Can't wait for the next one and thank goodness we usually don't have to wait long.
April 17, 2023
3.5 stars overall not a bad start to the series. Fast paced, lots of action and good world building though the author does tend to get bogged down with detailed explanations that interrupt the flow of the book. Something’s are over explained while others are glossed over. The FMC does make some dumb decisions but overall not too many TSTL moments. Hopefully there will be character development in the next book.
September 8, 2020
Awesome new series
I found this author through the Rose O'Grady books, which I love. I think I may like this new Rift series even more! Such a unique take on mages, demons and other paranormals, plus a bit of post apocalyptic thrown in as well. I am looking forward to the next in the series.
I found this author through the Rose O'Grady books, which I love. I think I may like this new Rift series even more! Such a unique take on mages, demons and other paranormals, plus a bit of post apocalyptic thrown in as well. I am looking forward to the next in the series.
March 30, 2021
Kindle Unlimited.
This was ok. I didn't love it. This is firmly in the Urban Fantasy genre, and despite all of the sex that happens around the book, there is no romance to be found. The blurb makes it sound like Dani's grandfather's actions make her life hard...but that's really a minor point. I can't really put my finger on what was lacking in this one, but it just didn't land for me,
This was ok. I didn't love it. This is firmly in the Urban Fantasy genre, and despite all of the sex that happens around the book, there is no romance to be found. The blurb makes it sound like Dani's grandfather's actions make her life hard...but that's really a minor point. I can't really put my finger on what was lacking in this one, but it just didn't land for me,
September 2, 2020
The start of another fabulous series
The start of another fabulous series. Lots of action. great world building, interesting characters, and enjoyable story line. Can’t wait for the next book.
The start of another fabulous series. Lots of action. great world building, interesting characters, and enjoyable story line. Can’t wait for the next book.
September 8, 2020
Magic and Technology
Yeah, a book that finally adds technology into the story and does it well. The Rift chronicles take us into a world that has survived war, where demons exist. A must read.
Yeah, a book that finally adds technology into the story and does it well. The Rift chronicles take us into a world that has survived war, where demons exist. A must read.
September 22, 2020
Yes please.... more?
Another great book. The author constantly delivers on great action and wonderful characters. The world building is in the character development for her. It is a style I enjoy. Cant wait for more to come.
Another great book. The author constantly delivers on great action and wonderful characters. The world building is in the character development for her. It is a style I enjoy. Cant wait for more to come.
August 31, 2020
Better then expected
Better than I would have believed, based off the summary. As with all Kingsolver books I've read it takes some time to get into the world. But after the first 2 chapters I was hooked. Great world with much to discover. Looking forward to the next in the series
Better than I would have believed, based off the summary. As with all Kingsolver books I've read it takes some time to get into the world. But after the first 2 chapters I was hooked. Great world with much to discover. Looking forward to the next in the series
August 31, 2020
Well worth your attention
I have read three of the author’s other series and enjoyed them all. This first in what I hope is the first in a new series. The characters are very real, the villains wonderfully evil, yet the story was fun to read.
I have read three of the author’s other series and enjoyed them all. This first in what I hope is the first in a new series. The characters are very real, the villains wonderfully evil, yet the story was fun to read.
September 1, 2020
Excellent
What can I say but that I enjoyed the characters and story so much that I hated to put it down . I look forward to the next book in the series.
What can I say but that I enjoyed the characters and story so much that I hated to put it down . I look forward to the next book in the series.
September 7, 2020
Super fast-paced and totally engaging
Kingsolver writes fun characters in amazing (and amazingly different) stories and worlds. This post-apocalyptic cop novel was even better than I imagined it would be. Can’t wait for the next!!
Kingsolver writes fun characters in amazing (and amazingly different) stories and worlds. This post-apocalyptic cop novel was even better than I imagined it would be. Can’t wait for the next!!
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