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Blood Fae Druid #1
Bad Girls Drink Blood
Part sun fae, part blood fae, all abomination.
There is only one hybrid fae in existence, and that dishonor goes to Lane Callaghan.
After a life spent dodging slurs, threats, and assassination attempts, Lane gave her past the one finger salute and ditched her former fae home for good. The detective agency she and her sisters run on the edge of Las Vegas continues to limp along, with Lane doing more debt collecting and intimidating than investigating, but anything to pay the bills. Between working for low-lifes to bring down even lower-lifes, eating cheesy poofs by the bucket, and flirting with the criminally attractive bartender where she conducts business, life is good.
That ends when a routine job goes sideways, leaving Lane with a sack full of stolen sun shards—the source of sun fae power. Without the shards, the sun fae face giving up their magic completely, or risk death if they use their power. Considering they would rather see her dead, good riddance, as far as Lane’s concerned—except her father and adopted sister are sun fae. Lane must choose—return home to save the fae bastards that almost killed her, or let them burn.
There is only one hybrid fae in existence, and that dishonor goes to Lane Callaghan.
After a life spent dodging slurs, threats, and assassination attempts, Lane gave her past the one finger salute and ditched her former fae home for good. The detective agency she and her sisters run on the edge of Las Vegas continues to limp along, with Lane doing more debt collecting and intimidating than investigating, but anything to pay the bills. Between working for low-lifes to bring down even lower-lifes, eating cheesy poofs by the bucket, and flirting with the criminally attractive bartender where she conducts business, life is good.
That ends when a routine job goes sideways, leaving Lane with a sack full of stolen sun shards—the source of sun fae power. Without the shards, the sun fae face giving up their magic completely, or risk death if they use their power. Considering they would rather see her dead, good riddance, as far as Lane’s concerned—except her father and adopted sister are sun fae. Lane must choose—return home to save the fae bastards that almost killed her, or let them burn.
346 pages, Paperback
First published May 3, 2022
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S.L. Choi
3 books79 followersS.L. Choi is an urban fantasy author with a deep love for humor, fast-paced action, and hit-you-in-the-heart feels. She grew up imagining goblins living in the rocks outside her bedroom window, while fairies flew through the flowers. Now she puts those stories to paper. When not writing, she is either photographing the beautiful New England area, hiking, gaming with her equally nerdy husband, or attending to the small furry overlord who rules them both.
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May 7, 2023
4.5 stars★★★★★
**I was provided with an ARC from City Owl Press and Netgalley for an honest review**
✿ My review is also posted right here on my blog ✿
First read: May 2022
Second read: May 2023
Blood Fae Druid series reviews:
#1 Bad Girls Drink Blood: ★★★★★
#2 Bad Girls Bite: tbr-owned
☞ Trigger warnings: **contains spoilers**
Lane Callaghan is an abomination. She won the genetic lottery and is the daughter of a sun fae and a blood fae. As the only one of her kind, she hasn't had it easy.
"I'm a monster for monsters."After an unfortunate incident involving a long fall and a little impaling, Lane ditched the only place she called home. With her two sisters in tow, Lane set up a private investigation business that did less investigating and more debt collecting.
"They call me monster, but it's monsters who haunt my nightmares, hands slamming in my back..."A routine case causes chaos to enter her life, as the woman she was paid to bring in is part of a much bigger plot that threatens the lives of all sun fae. The sun stones are stolen and Lane is probably the best person to find them. These sacred objects the sun fae use to funnel their magic. Without them, they will perish. The thing is, Lane couldn't give a shit about the sun fae. They could all burn for all she cares. As an outcast, she was tormented by the sun fae. Why save the people who hate and look down on you. Unfortunately, her father and adopted sisters would be one of the many who would suffer. Lane is stuck in a hard place, but her hand is forced when the people at the very top ask her for help.
"I had to help the sun fae. At least I could make sure they knew who saved them. Shove it down their throats. Here's your hero: the mutt, the abomination, the monster. I'd have posters made."
Lane is going into this case in the hopes that when she recovers the stolen sun stones, she will earn the respect and acceptance she has always craved from the sun fae. She hopes that they will stop treating her with distain and derision.
"One day, you'll show them all how wrong you they are about you. You're not a monster. You're not a monster. You're not a monster."She wants what everyone wants, acceptance. The cost of acceptance might be more than she is willing to give. How far would you go to prove yourself? How far would you go to save your loved ones? Lane toes the line to both of those questions and suffers major consequences.
"Acceptance might have been what I wanted, but it was never what would make me whole."I think what was most poignant was how Lane regarded her mother. This one throwaway line was the most depressing analysis of how deeply rooted Lane's search for acceptance manifested in following her mother's career, not for the love of helping but to have what she has - respect.
"I'd aspired to be like her- respected, loved, necessary."
Bad Girls Drink Blood is an urban fantasy set in a multi-realm world with all sorts of creatures and fae. The worldbuilding is interesting and complex but can get a little confusing in explaining the nuances between the different species and factions. You get the general gist soon enough and you are soon emersed in a funny mystery with betrayals, plot twists and anxiety inducing action.
Lane and her sisters are the heart of the story. The love they share is the backbone and strengthens the story. I love sisterhood and the bickering. I think at times, the sisters attitudes feel a little harsh and unjust towards Lane. Ultimately, you can feel the love between the three, the unshakable bond and it sings. It gives the book colour. It gives it heart.
"Mom and Dad might have adopted us into the family, but you, Y'sindra, and me, we're sisters We don't need to share blood for that to be true. Where you go, I go."
The romance is a friendship-to-lovers. I confess, it is not my favourite trope. My heart yearns for enemies-to-lovers so when Duskemere shows up, I prayed that this was the eventual endgame. It is a little shocking the romance wasn't between Lane and Duskmere, the handsome, boy-hero, turned honourable captain of the guard, who works with Lane in the sun stones mystery. I mean, I still am kinda holding out a little hope but I know it is futile and very unlikely.
Lane's relationship with Teddy was something I had to warm up to. It felt too fast as the reader didn't see the developing friendship. Teddy is introduced as the hot owner of the bar that flirts with Lane but nothing has happened until now. The two of them were more cute and wholesome than I was expecting. I wanted filth but all I got is this t-shirt and a pamphlet to seek jesus.
Sure, I think in some parts, the cheese factor got a little much. Lucky for me I am not lactose-intolerant so it didn't bother me that much.
Bad Girls Drink Blood is criminally underrated and I think more should enjoy such a wild ride with the bloodthirsty Lane and her found family.
Would I recommend this book?
Yes.
I recommend it for people who like Patricia Briggs Mercy Thompson series, Ilona Andrews series Kate Daniels, the Charley Davidson series and the relatively unknown but also great Mackenzie Green series.
Will I re-read this book?
Yes. I already have and i'll do it again.
✧ 4th May 2022 ✧
I am rereading so I can annotate my physical copy and then get to the sequel 🫡🥰
(the review is still coming lol just give me a sec i don’t remember what happened)
✧ 21 May 2022 ✧
✨ Wow dreams really do come true ✨
review to come
✧ 11 April 2022 ✧
I'm unnaturally excited about this book. I know i'll love everything about it. I can feel it. ✨ I'm manifesting it ✨
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October 7, 2022
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This was fantastic! This book has so much going for it including great characters, plenty of action, an interesting magic-filled world, and a bit of romance. I was hooked by the story early on and hated to set the book aside. I am so glad that I decided to give this book a try!
Lane is a hybrid, half sun fae and half moon fae. This is not looked upon favorably by others so she left her fae home to start a detective agency near Las Vegas. Along with her sisters, she takes on a variety of jobs to get by. Things get a little crazy when she comes across a bag of stolen sun shards during the course of a job and the stakes end up being higher than she could have ever imagined. She must sacrifice everything to save the home and people that she left behind.
I thought that this book was a whole lot of fun. Lane was a fantastic character and I loved seeing her work through one situation after another. There were a lot of discoveries made during the course of this story and I enjoyed all of the surprises that popped up along the way. The mystery kept me guessing and there was enough action to keep me glued to the pages. I liked Teddy and thought that he was a great match for Lane. They already know each other when the book begins but their relationship definitely makes some progress during this story.
I would not hesitate to recommend this book to others. I thought that this was a very solid start to a promising series that I am excited about. I cannot wait to see what adventure Lane and her sisters will tackle next!
I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Initial Thoughts
This was fantastic! This book has so much going for it including great characters, plenty of action, an interesting magic-filled world, and a bit of romance. I was hooked by the story early one and hated to set the book aside. I will definitely be looking or the next book in this promising series.
This was fantastic! This book has so much going for it including great characters, plenty of action, an interesting magic-filled world, and a bit of romance. I was hooked by the story early on and hated to set the book aside. I am so glad that I decided to give this book a try!
Lane is a hybrid, half sun fae and half moon fae. This is not looked upon favorably by others so she left her fae home to start a detective agency near Las Vegas. Along with her sisters, she takes on a variety of jobs to get by. Things get a little crazy when she comes across a bag of stolen sun shards during the course of a job and the stakes end up being higher than she could have ever imagined. She must sacrifice everything to save the home and people that she left behind.
I thought that this book was a whole lot of fun. Lane was a fantastic character and I loved seeing her work through one situation after another. There were a lot of discoveries made during the course of this story and I enjoyed all of the surprises that popped up along the way. The mystery kept me guessing and there was enough action to keep me glued to the pages. I liked Teddy and thought that he was a great match for Lane. They already know each other when the book begins but their relationship definitely makes some progress during this story.
I would not hesitate to recommend this book to others. I thought that this was a very solid start to a promising series that I am excited about. I cannot wait to see what adventure Lane and her sisters will tackle next!
I received a review copy of this book from the author.
Initial Thoughts
This was fantastic! This book has so much going for it including great characters, plenty of action, an interesting magic-filled world, and a bit of romance. I was hooked by the story early one and hated to set the book aside. I will definitely be looking or the next book in this promising series.
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June 14, 2023DNF at 45%.
Try as I may, I couldn't get into this book. I love urban fantasy, but a lot of times whether a series is a hit or a miss for me resides solely with the characters. If I like them, I can even excuse the lack of plot or a repetitive plot that does nowhere from book to book. But I have to like the characters.
Unfortunately, it's not the case here. The protagonist has the attention span of a squirrel on crack and the emotional control of a monkey with ADHD high on sugar. It's painful to read, honestly.
The banter between the sisters is supposed to show their relaxed and loving relationship, but it only bogs down the narrative. I mean, they joke and banter about EVERYTHING and ALL THE TIME. I mean that's okay during normal day-to-day activities, but when it happens just as someone kills your main witness, it reads false. Why would I take what's happening seriously if none of the characters do?
There is no tension, no build-up, no stakes even, because of that incessant banter. I grew more and more irritated with the writing style as the book progressed. At 45%, I threw the towel. This series is simply not for me.
Also, not vibing with the protagonist's love interest at all.
PS: I received an advanced copy of this book via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Try as I may, I couldn't get into this book. I love urban fantasy, but a lot of times whether a series is a hit or a miss for me resides solely with the characters. If I like them, I can even excuse the lack of plot or a repetitive plot that does nowhere from book to book. But I have to like the characters.
Unfortunately, it's not the case here. The protagonist has the attention span of a squirrel on crack and the emotional control of a monkey with ADHD high on sugar. It's painful to read, honestly.
The banter between the sisters is supposed to show their relaxed and loving relationship, but it only bogs down the narrative. I mean, they joke and banter about EVERYTHING and ALL THE TIME. I mean that's okay during normal day-to-day activities, but when it happens just as someone kills your main witness, it reads false. Why would I take what's happening seriously if none of the characters do?
There is no tension, no build-up, no stakes even, because of that incessant banter. I grew more and more irritated with the writing style as the book progressed. At 45%, I threw the towel. This series is simply not for me.
Also, not vibing with the protagonist's love interest at all.
PS: I received an advanced copy of this book via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
February 26, 2022
This urban fantasy debut will have readers on the edge of their seats as they follow Lane's action-packed adventure! Choi's voice and style pulled me in right away and I instantly loved Lane, who is a total badass. I also adored her sisters and Teddy and loved the found family theme--it's one of my favorites! I hated to put this book down and I found myself wondering what would happen next for Lane and company. I am thrilled to read the next installment in this series and can't wait for more adventures with one of my favorite characters to date. Fans of urban fantasy will want to sink their teeth into this brilliant debut!
July 11, 2022
Rating: 3.5/5.0
“Bad Girls Drink Blood” is an action-packed adventure that will leave the reader on the edge of their seat. S.L. Choi has created a unique and fascinating story with a complex world filled with different paranormal creatures.
Read full review in the 2022 Summer issue of InD'tale Magazine.
“Bad Girls Drink Blood” is an action-packed adventure that will leave the reader on the edge of their seat. S.L. Choi has created a unique and fascinating story with a complex world filled with different paranormal creatures.
Read full review in the 2022 Summer issue of InD'tale Magazine.
May 17, 2022
This novel is a bit like A Court of Thorns and Roses meets Jessica Jones or the Dresden Files, but stands fully on it's own as an amazing breakout new urban fantasy series. Filled with sisterly love, conflicted characters, rich settings, and a deeply developed world, this novel hooked me from page one. If you love urban fantasy, grab it!
May 17, 2022
I was able to snag an ARC of this upcoming debut from the author, and let me tell you, you do not want to miss it.
This fast-paced urban fantasy has everything I love about the genre in spades, especially its focus on a badass, impulsive, strong-willed heroine fighting to survive in a world where magic and modernity combine. I absolutely loved every minute of Lane's snarky, hilarious, cynical voice, and the worldbuilding here is exceptional, weaving a rich universe of fae, magical creatures, and reality-bending magic that connects multiple realms. Choi has given herself a lot of material to work with in future books, and I'd expect any number of mythical and magical beings to appear as the series continues.
Something that really sets this book apart is Lane's relationship with her family, especially her two sisters. S.L. Choi hits some of my favorite themes here - strong relationships between women and the idea that family isn't just who we share blood with. Of course, Lane the hybrid blood fae who calls herself a "monster," is about to discover that her heritage carries more than just dishonor. Given the series title, I think it's no spoiler to share that Lane is also a druid, with untapped powers that can unlock realms long closed, placing her and her loved ones in the crosshairs of some very dangerous opponents.
There's also a sexy romantic B-plot with a maybe-werewolf that has excellent friends to lovers vibes, a thrilling high-stakes vertical chase set in a Vegas high rise, and a lot of intrigue along the way. This book is a page-turning ride, highly recommended for fans of paranormal fantasy and the fae.
This fast-paced urban fantasy has everything I love about the genre in spades, especially its focus on a badass, impulsive, strong-willed heroine fighting to survive in a world where magic and modernity combine. I absolutely loved every minute of Lane's snarky, hilarious, cynical voice, and the worldbuilding here is exceptional, weaving a rich universe of fae, magical creatures, and reality-bending magic that connects multiple realms. Choi has given herself a lot of material to work with in future books, and I'd expect any number of mythical and magical beings to appear as the series continues.
Something that really sets this book apart is Lane's relationship with her family, especially her two sisters. S.L. Choi hits some of my favorite themes here - strong relationships between women and the idea that family isn't just who we share blood with. Of course, Lane the hybrid blood fae who calls herself a "monster," is about to discover that her heritage carries more than just dishonor. Given the series title, I think it's no spoiler to share that Lane is also a druid, with untapped powers that can unlock realms long closed, placing her and her loved ones in the crosshairs of some very dangerous opponents.
There's also a sexy romantic B-plot with a maybe-werewolf that has excellent friends to lovers vibes, a thrilling high-stakes vertical chase set in a Vegas high rise, and a lot of intrigue along the way. This book is a page-turning ride, highly recommended for fans of paranormal fantasy and the fae.
September 22, 2022
I won this book in a goodreads giveaway.
I really loved this book! It surprised me how much. The characters, world-building, story-telling and plot were great! Total slow-burn, but I'm very excited to see it unfold.
I also like how it wasn't completely resolved. Enough to satisfy, but to pull you into book 2. Looking forward to it's release!
I really loved this book! It surprised me how much. The characters, world-building, story-telling and plot were great! Total slow-burn, but I'm very excited to see it unfold.
I also like how it wasn't completely resolved. Enough to satisfy, but to pull you into book 2. Looking forward to it's release!
March 19, 2022
I was thrilled for the chance to read an advanced copy of Bad Girls Drink Blood by S.L. Choi and let me tell you, it did not disappoint.
This story hits the ground running and sprints full-tilt to the end until I was turning pages faster than my kindle could keep up!
The writing is crisp, the characters delightful, and the worldbuilding is absolutely phenomenal. Faes, shifters, druids, and a hot bartender who’s not what he seems. Yes please!
I loved Lane and her sisters so much, and I can’t wait for more stories about them and their detective agency. Bad Girls Drink Blood is a sparkling urban fantasy gem with a gooey romance center. Highly recommend.
This story hits the ground running and sprints full-tilt to the end until I was turning pages faster than my kindle could keep up!
The writing is crisp, the characters delightful, and the worldbuilding is absolutely phenomenal. Faes, shifters, druids, and a hot bartender who’s not what he seems. Yes please!
I loved Lane and her sisters so much, and I can’t wait for more stories about them and their detective agency. Bad Girls Drink Blood is a sparkling urban fantasy gem with a gooey romance center. Highly recommend.
February 1, 2022
A blood-fae with a penchant for blades who must make the choice between saving the people who tried to kill her or letting them all die a painful death? Inject that shit straight into my veins and keep it coming!
A voice that will keep you up all night and make you late to work the next day, but you'll thank it for doing so? YES PLEASE.
I love reluctant heroes, and Lane is *reluctant*. Born a blood-fae, sun-fae hybrid, she's had heaps of hate thrown her way by the sun fae, who tried their hardest to kill her in childhood. She's ready to let them all die and lose their magic when she finds out the sun stones--their source of power--have been stolen, but then she realizes her sister and father are sun fae and they could die without them too.
Is she willing to help the sun fae after years of torment? She doesn't want to, but she loves her family more than anything, so the decision is more or less made for her. Besides...getting the chance to rub it in the sun fae's faces when she succeeds in doing what they can't--and proving she's not the monster they believe her to be--will make it worth it.
Or alternatively, maybe she is a monster, and she needs to embrace it.
Honestly, this is among my favorite UF reads, and I'm glad I got to see this book's journey from draft to publication. If you love found family, badass ladies with knives, friends-to-lovers romance, and a voice that's so utterly engrossing you can't help but turn the page, you must check out this book!
***Thank you to the author for letting me read an early iteration of this book and to the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
A voice that will keep you up all night and make you late to work the next day, but you'll thank it for doing so? YES PLEASE.
I love reluctant heroes, and Lane is *reluctant*. Born a blood-fae, sun-fae hybrid, she's had heaps of hate thrown her way by the sun fae, who tried their hardest to kill her in childhood. She's ready to let them all die and lose their magic when she finds out the sun stones--their source of power--have been stolen, but then she realizes her sister and father are sun fae and they could die without them too.
Is she willing to help the sun fae after years of torment? She doesn't want to, but she loves her family more than anything, so the decision is more or less made for her. Besides...getting the chance to rub it in the sun fae's faces when she succeeds in doing what they can't--and proving she's not the monster they believe her to be--will make it worth it.
Or alternatively, maybe she is a monster, and she needs to embrace it.
Honestly, this is among my favorite UF reads, and I'm glad I got to see this book's journey from draft to publication. If you love found family, badass ladies with knives, friends-to-lovers romance, and a voice that's so utterly engrossing you can't help but turn the page, you must check out this book!
***Thank you to the author for letting me read an early iteration of this book and to the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
February 1, 2022
Don't miss this action-packed, wildly entertaining, and impossible to put down urban fantasy debut! With Bad Girls Drink Blood, S.L. Choi delivers a rollicking good time that's sure to enthrall fans of Jane Yellowrock and Mercy Thompson. Lane, hybrid fae, is a bad girl on a mission whose wit and grit will surely win many fans. This is a new author to watch!
October 18, 2022
Everything I look for in a series and so much more.
Lane is one bad character, bad as in awesome. Her sisters are her world but that all changes with Teddy.
Let's back track for a moment. The author slowly build storyline with introducing us to the characters and throws in some background facts without giving it all away. As the story builds so does the personal aspect for each each sister. These sisters have it all. Snark, humor, A close bond and all this makes for a magical story that wraps around your mind and heart.
Definitely in my continue to read list. I'm excited to see where the author takes us next.
Lane is one bad character, bad as in awesome. Her sisters are her world but that all changes with Teddy.
Let's back track for a moment. The author slowly build storyline with introducing us to the characters and throws in some background facts without giving it all away. As the story builds so does the personal aspect for each each sister. These sisters have it all. Snark, humor, A close bond and all this makes for a magical story that wraps around your mind and heart.
Definitely in my continue to read list. I'm excited to see where the author takes us next.
September 13, 2022
Thank you to the author for an advanced copy of this book! I really liked Lane, she’s great. She’s a badass FMC. I loved her sassy commentary and her banter with Teddy and others in the book. Her sisters are great, as well. I did have some trouble following the storyline. It goes in many directions all at once. There is lots of action and world building to keep you on your toes. Overall as a debut it’s very solid.
May 1, 2022
Thank you to S L Choi for the eARC of Bad Girls Drink Blood
Bad Girls Drink Blood is a fantastic urban fantasy which follows Lane Callahan who's a hybrid, she's half Sun Fae and half Blood Fae, With her sisters, they run an investigation business.
When the sun stones go missing it becomes a mission to find them before they fall into the wrong hands.
The world building in this novel is brilliant, the pacing is fast and the adventure grips you to keep you enthralled.
The writing is captivating and witty. I found myself chuckling in parts.
Lane is a brilliant character her humour and sarcasm is refreshing. I absolutely loved the "blue fur bag" scene, it made me laugh so much! The novel had lots of funny distractions from Lane throughout the chapters which added to her character.
I loved all the characters in this novel their presence created and pulled the novel together, I also loved Teddy!
I really enjoyed reading Bad Girls Drink Blood and am looking forward to the next book in the series.
Bad Girls Drink Blood is a fantastic urban fantasy which follows Lane Callahan who's a hybrid, she's half Sun Fae and half Blood Fae, With her sisters, they run an investigation business.
When the sun stones go missing it becomes a mission to find them before they fall into the wrong hands.
The world building in this novel is brilliant, the pacing is fast and the adventure grips you to keep you enthralled.
The writing is captivating and witty. I found myself chuckling in parts.
Lane is a brilliant character her humour and sarcasm is refreshing. I absolutely loved the "blue fur bag" scene, it made me laugh so much! The novel had lots of funny distractions from Lane throughout the chapters which added to her character.
I loved all the characters in this novel their presence created and pulled the novel together, I also loved Teddy!
I really enjoyed reading Bad Girls Drink Blood and am looking forward to the next book in the series.
May 24, 2024
This was a surprising find and read! First in a trilogy and can’t wait to read book two
May 20, 2022
very disappointed
Great story line and ideas for characters. I liked the core of who Lane is, but I just couldn’t enjoy her. She stops in mid-action to whine (way too much) about the abuse she took growing up due to her genetics. I got very tired of the whining. The action scenes are too disjointed, as her emotions overwhelm her more than my daughter’s did as a young teen. She has to keep being snapped back on track, yet the reader is supposed to believe she is lightening fast. As I said—very disjointed. As I read, I kept wondering if I was enjoying it enough to continue the series. By the end of the book, I knew the answer is no.
Great story line and ideas for characters. I liked the core of who Lane is, but I just couldn’t enjoy her. She stops in mid-action to whine (way too much) about the abuse she took growing up due to her genetics. I got very tired of the whining. The action scenes are too disjointed, as her emotions overwhelm her more than my daughter’s did as a young teen. She has to keep being snapped back on track, yet the reader is supposed to believe she is lightening fast. As I said—very disjointed. As I read, I kept wondering if I was enjoying it enough to continue the series. By the end of the book, I knew the answer is no.
May 11, 2022
Bad Girls Drink Blood by S. L. Choi is an epic fantasy with nonstop action involving a trio of sisters that are magical private investigators. This book has a very interesting magic system & the trio of sisters are all different types of fae. The main character of this book is one of the sisters, Lane, who is a hybrid & because of that & an attack on her, she fled her home. Lane is a sassy, tough & badass heroine, which I absolutely love. Eventually, her past comes knocking & there’s a race to discover what’s really going on.
It was a bit cheesy at times, but as long as you know what you’re going into, I think cheese can be good. There was also too much internal monologue for me. There were a few moments that felt repetitive, like we’ve already been told something so it didn’t seem necessary to bring it up again.
This book has a friends to lovers romance, which I think isn’t done enough of! I loved the hero Teddy! I loved that he showed his attraction by doing little acts to help & he also showed his belief in her capabilities & wanted her to believe in herself. That is a great hero in my opinion!
Bad Girls Drink Blood by S. L. Choi comes out May 17, 2022!
Massive thanks to NetGalley & Xpresso Book Tours for giving me the opportunity to read an arc of this in exchange for an honest review.
Trigger warnings: This book mentions &/or contains gore, violence & murder.
It was a bit cheesy at times, but as long as you know what you’re going into, I think cheese can be good. There was also too much internal monologue for me. There were a few moments that felt repetitive, like we’ve already been told something so it didn’t seem necessary to bring it up again.
This book has a friends to lovers romance, which I think isn’t done enough of! I loved the hero Teddy! I loved that he showed his attraction by doing little acts to help & he also showed his belief in her capabilities & wanted her to believe in herself. That is a great hero in my opinion!
Bad Girls Drink Blood by S. L. Choi comes out May 17, 2022!
Massive thanks to NetGalley & Xpresso Book Tours for giving me the opportunity to read an arc of this in exchange for an honest review.
Trigger warnings: This book mentions &/or contains gore, violence & murder.
May 16, 2022
3.5
I generally enjoyed this. I liked that Lane was a strong female lead, despite her personal insecurities. I appreciated her love and loyalty to her family and that, considering two of the three sisters were adopted, it's very much a found family. Teddy made for a good romantic partner. I especially liked how he supported her without every trying to stifle her more dangerous tendencies. The world(s) seemed interesting, the plot moved along at a nice clip, and the writing was pretty clean. So, lots of good stuff here.
I did think it was longer than need be—maybe tried to cover too much ground—there were a couple notable inconsistencies, and I felt a little cheated out of the romance. I liked Teddy and Lane, but we didn't really get to see them falling in love or either one romancing the other. It seemed to have happened prior to the events of the book. As such, I wasn't overly invested in them as a couple.
However, if there are future books, I'd be up for reading them.
I generally enjoyed this. I liked that Lane was a strong female lead, despite her personal insecurities. I appreciated her love and loyalty to her family and that, considering two of the three sisters were adopted, it's very much a found family. Teddy made for a good romantic partner. I especially liked how he supported her without every trying to stifle her more dangerous tendencies. The world(s) seemed interesting, the plot moved along at a nice clip, and the writing was pretty clean. So, lots of good stuff here.
I did think it was longer than need be—maybe tried to cover too much ground—there were a couple notable inconsistencies, and I felt a little cheated out of the romance. I liked Teddy and Lane, but we didn't really get to see them falling in love or either one romancing the other. It seemed to have happened prior to the events of the book. As such, I wasn't overly invested in them as a couple.
However, if there are future books, I'd be up for reading them.
June 13, 2022
Bad Girls Drink Blood has the heroine we didn’t know we needed and may not deserve! Lane is one tough cookie. She doesn’t back down from a fight and she always gets the job done.
What an entertaining ride this book was! You get a front seat into the adventures and shenanigans that Lane seems to find herself in. Her humor is on point, which had me laughing. Action and humor. A great combo! Teddy is dreamy! New book boyfriend? I think so! The banter between the characters was great. It made this a fun read. Oh there were plenty of moments that got you right in your feels too. That ending left me longing for the next book. I needs it!!
A fantastic debut for S.L. Choi! The book is well written and the world building is impressive. This witty, action packed paranormal goodness will have you on one crazy ride. A ride that you won’t want to get off any time soon! I give this 5 stars.
What an entertaining ride this book was! You get a front seat into the adventures and shenanigans that Lane seems to find herself in. Her humor is on point, which had me laughing. Action and humor. A great combo! Teddy is dreamy! New book boyfriend? I think so! The banter between the characters was great. It made this a fun read. Oh there were plenty of moments that got you right in your feels too. That ending left me longing for the next book. I needs it!!
A fantastic debut for S.L. Choi! The book is well written and the world building is impressive. This witty, action packed paranormal goodness will have you on one crazy ride. A ride that you won’t want to get off any time soon! I give this 5 stars.
May 9, 2022
Thank you to Netgalley and the author, S.L Choi, for providing a copy of Bad Girls Drink Blood (Blood Fae Druid book 1). I have reviewed honestly.
Bad Girls Drink Blood features, but is not limited to, the following themes:
○ Fantasy
○ Blood Fae
○ Druids
○ Shifters
○ Magic
○ Kickass FMC
○ Light romance
○ Urban
My overall rating for Bad Girls Drink Blood is...
4 Stars
I can't believe I'm going to say this, but there was almost too much happening in this book! I feel as though I haven't sat down once throughout the enitre book, I can only imagine how the MC feels! I did love the snarky banter and badassary Lane personified, and the whole blood fae quality was unique. I also thought the urban to fantasy settings were picturesque and exciting. Overall, this book was action packed, sexy, funny, epic and compelling.
Bad Girls Drink Blood features, but is not limited to, the following themes:
○ Fantasy
○ Blood Fae
○ Druids
○ Shifters
○ Magic
○ Kickass FMC
○ Light romance
○ Urban
My overall rating for Bad Girls Drink Blood is...
4 Stars
I can't believe I'm going to say this, but there was almost too much happening in this book! I feel as though I haven't sat down once throughout the enitre book, I can only imagine how the MC feels! I did love the snarky banter and badassary Lane personified, and the whole blood fae quality was unique. I also thought the urban to fantasy settings were picturesque and exciting. Overall, this book was action packed, sexy, funny, epic and compelling.
April 14, 2022
This was a wonderful beginning to a new series. Lane is such a kickass character who inspires loyalty. Drawn into helping the very race who made her childhood hell, she will do her best to solve the puzzle so her family don't suffer. With her sisters and some new found friends along for the ride, this snarky, imperfect heroine will learn alot about herself and those around her. I can't wait for the next book.
May 10, 2022
I really enjoyed this book. It was unique and interesting. I’m a sucker for a bad ass FMC and we certainly got one in this. Book one in the Blood Fae Druid series.
There was a lot going on in this book. It was almost to much. I would have loved a little “down time” and there was a lot to keep track of, other than that it was a great read. I enjoyed Teady and Lane.
-fantasy
-shifters
-witches
-dash of romance
April 29, 2022
Did i start reading after dinner and didnt go to sleep because i couldnt put it down yes, yes i did. Lana and sister run a company like bountying hunting finding people or things. She has a friend name teddy that always look out for her even when she doesnt want it droping hint that help her. I love the family/found family dynamic. Lane is a hybrid who has become a outsider because of it she seen as a monster but she soooooo much more. I hooked. With all the action that was in this book and can't wait for to see what going to happen next.
May 6, 2022
I was intrigued by the cover as it seemed something I would love to read, and after reading the blurb, I knew I had to try it. I was drawn immediately into the story as Lane is a very fun and interesting character, and the writing is smooth. Teddy is a great foil for Lane, and he gives her the confidence she sometimes lacks. I liked Lane’s sister, and I hope we see more of them in the next book. This book is filled with action, great characters, and an intriguing storyline. I did find it a bit wordier than I like, but that is just a personal preference, not anything that is wrong with the book or author. I’m eagerly waiting on the next book. Recommend. I was provided a complimentary copy which I voluntarily reviewed.
May 7, 2022
Urban Fantasy has a new kick butt heroine in Lane Callaghan. A hybrid, her genetics give her an edge she uses to her advantage. With her sisters of the heart she runs a private investigative service that keeps the bets at the bar going.
The author has created a rich world of fae, shifters and other fantastic creatures and tossed our heroines into the mix. They not only survive they thrive. I really enjoyed Lane and her sisters. I eagerly look forward to more adventures with them all.
The author has created a rich world of fae, shifters and other fantastic creatures and tossed our heroines into the mix. They not only survive they thrive. I really enjoyed Lane and her sisters. I eagerly look forward to more adventures with them all.
April 24, 2022
This is a solid well written book with an interesting fantasy world.
You are thrown right in, and I wish I could have more of the sisters story before this - I really liked the idea of fantasy bounty hunting. At times I felt a bit lost since the world is explained as you go and there is a lot of secondary characters so there can be a lot to pick up at times.
There were some inconsistencies with the characters so I didn't get as invested in them as I would have liked, and they didn't feel as real as they could. That said I really liked the snarky voice of the main character and her interactions with her sisters were hilarious. The plot was well paced and action filled from the very start I was speeding through this.
Review of Negalley ARC
You are thrown right in, and I wish I could have more of the sisters story before this - I really liked the idea of fantasy bounty hunting. At times I felt a bit lost since the world is explained as you go and there is a lot of secondary characters so there can be a lot to pick up at times.
There were some inconsistencies with the characters so I didn't get as invested in them as I would have liked, and they didn't feel as real as they could. That said I really liked the snarky voice of the main character and her interactions with her sisters were hilarious. The plot was well paced and action filled from the very start I was speeding through this.
Review of Negalley ARC
July 7, 2022
So good!
If you like UF with a kick a$$ heroine this is for you! It is super slow burn but so good! I was on the edge of my seat the whole book and it totally didn’t go where I thought. This is honestly the only fairly recent UF that for me stands up to the older UF like Kim Harrison’s The Hollows, Patricia Briggs’s Mercy Thompson, or Anita Blake by Lauren K Hamilton.
If you like UF with a kick a$$ heroine this is for you! It is super slow burn but so good! I was on the edge of my seat the whole book and it totally didn’t go where I thought. This is honestly the only fairly recent UF that for me stands up to the older UF like Kim Harrison’s The Hollows, Patricia Briggs’s Mercy Thompson, or Anita Blake by Lauren K Hamilton.
June 6, 2022
4.5⭐️
What a fun book! Urban fantasy is one of my all time favorite genres EVER and this one did NOT disappoint!
Lane is such a snarky, gritty, baddy and I love it! And Y’sindra had me rolling! That little fairy is hilarious! Mae, while on the more serious side has her spunky moments. And Teddy, wooo! Is it hot in here? Teddy is fiiiiine! And so damn supportive of Lane and believes in her so much.
Lane is a hybrid fae. Part blood fae, part sun fae. So of course growing up in Eodrom, the land of the sun fae, she was considered an abomination, a freak, and was treated horribly by everyone but her family.
After a major tragedy when she was 15 she took off to live in the Interlands which is inbetween the fae world and earth. Shortly there after her sisters followed and they started a detective agency.
Years later guess who comes to her begging for her help to retrieve some extremely important stolen items? You guessed it. Those a-hole sun fae.
There are a lot of twists and turns in this book. There is betrayal. Mind blowing revelations.
It’s all in all a great book and I can not wait for the next.
What a fun book! Urban fantasy is one of my all time favorite genres EVER and this one did NOT disappoint!
Lane is such a snarky, gritty, baddy and I love it! And Y’sindra had me rolling! That little fairy is hilarious! Mae, while on the more serious side has her spunky moments. And Teddy, wooo! Is it hot in here? Teddy is fiiiiine! And so damn supportive of Lane and believes in her so much.
Lane is a hybrid fae. Part blood fae, part sun fae. So of course growing up in Eodrom, the land of the sun fae, she was considered an abomination, a freak, and was treated horribly by everyone but her family.
After a major tragedy when she was 15 she took off to live in the Interlands which is inbetween the fae world and earth. Shortly there after her sisters followed and they started a detective agency.
Years later guess who comes to her begging for her help to retrieve some extremely important stolen items? You guessed it. Those a-hole sun fae.
There are a lot of twists and turns in this book. There is betrayal. Mind blowing revelations.
It’s all in all a great book and I can not wait for the next.
April 29, 2022
Want a fast-paced urban fantasy with a badass fae heroine, a hunky love interest, and a snarky cast of mythical beings? How about found family, sisterly love, and multi-layered world building? Then sink your teeth into “Bad Girls Drink Blood” by S. L. Choi. Craving satisfied.
June 30, 2022
I loved this book so much! I have been desperately trying to find a story to lift my spirits and help me escape from my real world, and this one did just that. It's funny and fun and I loved the characters. The world building was fantastic and the plot moved at a great pace. I'm anxiously waiting to get my hands on the next one.
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