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Harker and Blackthorn #2
Loch & Quay
Loch, noun
1. A Scottish word, of Goidelic origins, referring to a lake or large body of fresh water
2. See also ‘monster’
When Amy is invited to spend a week in Scotland in order to disprove the existence of the famous cryptid said to haunt Loch Ness, she jumps at the chance. If nothing else, it will be a welcome distraction from her hot and cold romantic relationship, her annoying boss and the mountains of cryptozoology notes that need filing in the museum.
But as she, Rebekah and Steve arrive at the loch, it becomes clear that the recent slew of ‘monster’ sightings have gone viral, attracting amateur cryptid hunters and news outlets alike. After clashing with the Cryptonites – a once popular paranormal documentary making team – Amy and her friends soon discover a tangled web of secrets concerning the loch.
Every legend contains a kernel of truth and Harker & Blackthorn’s enemies are willing to kill over this one. Amy will need every scrap of her hard-won power to make it out alive.
There’s something in the water…
1. A Scottish word, of Goidelic origins, referring to a lake or large body of fresh water
2. See also ‘monster’
When Amy is invited to spend a week in Scotland in order to disprove the existence of the famous cryptid said to haunt Loch Ness, she jumps at the chance. If nothing else, it will be a welcome distraction from her hot and cold romantic relationship, her annoying boss and the mountains of cryptozoology notes that need filing in the museum.
But as she, Rebekah and Steve arrive at the loch, it becomes clear that the recent slew of ‘monster’ sightings have gone viral, attracting amateur cryptid hunters and news outlets alike. After clashing with the Cryptonites – a once popular paranormal documentary making team – Amy and her friends soon discover a tangled web of secrets concerning the loch.
Every legend contains a kernel of truth and Harker & Blackthorn’s enemies are willing to kill over this one. Amy will need every scrap of her hard-won power to make it out alive.
There’s something in the water…
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Published October 12, 2021
About the author
J.A. Ironside
60 books360 followersUrban fantasy and historical fiction author J.A. Ironside masquerades by day as member of the county library service, which strangely enough has less to do with books than you would think.
Jules grew up in Dorset in a house full of books, which probably explains a lot about how her mind works. You might think that folklore, fringe science, history, physics, magic and supernatural mystery wouldn’t go all that well together, but she’s hell bent on proving they do. Her urban fantasy series Harker & Blackthorn is now ten books long and counting. It features a sentient museum because someone needs to keep track of what’s going on. Unveiled – another UF series set in the same universe – is now complete.
Jules is also determined to show that historical fiction can be both factually correct and funny. The King’s Knight series is set during the tumultuous reign of Richard II, while the sweeping Oath and Crown Duology – co-authored with Matthew Willis – follows the events leading up to and around the Battle of Hastings.
When pried her away from her books, Jules enthusiastically engages in martial arts and playing the piano, although never at the same time. At least not yet. She lives on the edge of the Cotswold way with her boyfriend creature and two hell’s kittens. Find out more at www.jaironside.com
Jules grew up in Dorset in a house full of books, which probably explains a lot about how her mind works. You might think that folklore, fringe science, history, physics, magic and supernatural mystery wouldn’t go all that well together, but she’s hell bent on proving they do. Her urban fantasy series Harker & Blackthorn is now ten books long and counting. It features a sentient museum because someone needs to keep track of what’s going on. Unveiled – another UF series set in the same universe – is now complete.
Jules is also determined to show that historical fiction can be both factually correct and funny. The King’s Knight series is set during the tumultuous reign of Richard II, while the sweeping Oath and Crown Duology – co-authored with Matthew Willis – follows the events leading up to and around the Battle of Hastings.
When pried her away from her books, Jules enthusiastically engages in martial arts and playing the piano, although never at the same time. At least not yet. She lives on the edge of the Cotswold way with her boyfriend creature and two hell’s kittens. Find out more at www.jaironside.com
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May 31, 2022
I’m officially hooked on this series. I have ships now and a bunch of theories (mostly about the ever-mysterious Evergreen Tech). I can’t even pick a favorite character anymore, there’s just so many I adore. I’m probably one more book away from having headcannons. This book is just plain fun. It’s clever, witty, funny, and totally compelling. I will absolutely be reading the rest of the series!
Loch & Quay is the second installment of the Harker & Blackthorn series. It’s even better than book 1! It could be read as stand alone, but it also continues the story arc of the team’s clash with the nefarious and shadowy Evergreen Tech. There’s just enough clues about that long-term mystery to keep me hatching new theories.
THE PREMISE:
The cryptid team investigates Loch Ness! Psychic physicist Amy, folklore and history expert Steve, and zoologist Rebekah are hired to debunk a recent series of Loch Ness monster sightings. Amy’s roommate, Eddie, and his new girlfriend, Meghan, tag along on the ride (minus the cryptid-investigating part of the trip). At Loch Ness, the team encounter possibly falsified Loch Ness monster evidence, some seriously unhinged monster hunters, and some clues indicating there might just be a real cryptid living in Loch Ness. The unhinged, harpoon-wielding monster hunters might just be more dangerous than any cryptid around.
THE MYSTERY AND PLOT:
JA Ironside incorporates both fictional and real-life accounts of alleged Loch Ness monster sightings, folklore, mythology, and some original fictitious elements into the story. It’s quite clever and cool. This created a fresh, fascinating, and unique mystery plot and fresh take on the Loch Ness monster. There’s lots of unexpected twists and turns, great pacing, plenty of action.
THE CHARACTERS:
Character development and relationships aren’t rushed but are always progressing. I’m totally invested in each of the main characters and this second installment of the series has only made me love them more. With the exception of the ever-mysterious Evergreen Tech lurking behind the scenes, the antagonists are pretty well drawn and three-dimensional too.
None of the characters feel static or unchanging, heroes and villains alike. Once again, none of the main characters are perfect, stupid, wildly incompetent, always right, or always wrong. They all have their own skills, strengths, and weaknesses.
A mark of great character development is that you can take almost any line of dialogue in this book and know which main character said it without checking the rest of the sentence for the explicit specification of who was talking. You know the main characters well enough to be able to tell what is or isn’t in character for them. Yet, there still so much to learn about each of them and so much room for growth.
I’m even invested in the new character, Meghan. While not booksmart like most of the main characters, Meghan is much more smart, perceptive, and overall awesome than she seems at first. She’s one of those characters that you can’t help but end up loving by the end of the book. This book also fills in the Eddie character a bit more, which made him really grow on me.
THE ROMANCE:
I’m really starting to dislike Amy’s girlfriend, Sienna, but that’s okay because I’m pretty sure that relationship won’t last. I’m definitely starting to get passive aggressive/manipulative vibes off of Sienna and Amy seems to be finding their relationship to be emotionally unfulfilling. But, I did catch some hints of a new slow burn romance on the horizon for Amy that I’m totally rooting for. Also, I totally have a bunch of ships for this series now. I wish there was a big fandom for this series.
I received a free e-copy of this book via BookSirens and have since purchased a copy as well. I am writing this review completely honestly and voluntarily.
Loch & Quay is the second installment of the Harker & Blackthorn series. It’s even better than book 1! It could be read as stand alone, but it also continues the story arc of the team’s clash with the nefarious and shadowy Evergreen Tech. There’s just enough clues about that long-term mystery to keep me hatching new theories.
THE PREMISE:
The cryptid team investigates Loch Ness! Psychic physicist Amy, folklore and history expert Steve, and zoologist Rebekah are hired to debunk a recent series of Loch Ness monster sightings. Amy’s roommate, Eddie, and his new girlfriend, Meghan, tag along on the ride (minus the cryptid-investigating part of the trip). At Loch Ness, the team encounter possibly falsified Loch Ness monster evidence, some seriously unhinged monster hunters, and some clues indicating there might just be a real cryptid living in Loch Ness. The unhinged, harpoon-wielding monster hunters might just be more dangerous than any cryptid around.
THE MYSTERY AND PLOT:
JA Ironside incorporates both fictional and real-life accounts of alleged Loch Ness monster sightings, folklore, mythology, and some original fictitious elements into the story. It’s quite clever and cool. This created a fresh, fascinating, and unique mystery plot and fresh take on the Loch Ness monster. There’s lots of unexpected twists and turns, great pacing, plenty of action.
THE CHARACTERS:
Character development and relationships aren’t rushed but are always progressing. I’m totally invested in each of the main characters and this second installment of the series has only made me love them more. With the exception of the ever-mysterious Evergreen Tech lurking behind the scenes, the antagonists are pretty well drawn and three-dimensional too.
None of the characters feel static or unchanging, heroes and villains alike. Once again, none of the main characters are perfect, stupid, wildly incompetent, always right, or always wrong. They all have their own skills, strengths, and weaknesses.
A mark of great character development is that you can take almost any line of dialogue in this book and know which main character said it without checking the rest of the sentence for the explicit specification of who was talking. You know the main characters well enough to be able to tell what is or isn’t in character for them. Yet, there still so much to learn about each of them and so much room for growth.
I’m even invested in the new character, Meghan. While not booksmart like most of the main characters, Meghan is much more smart, perceptive, and overall awesome than she seems at first. She’s one of those characters that you can’t help but end up loving by the end of the book. This book also fills in the Eddie character a bit more, which made him really grow on me.
THE ROMANCE:
I’m really starting to dislike Amy’s girlfriend, Sienna, but that’s okay because I’m pretty sure that relationship won’t last. I’m definitely starting to get passive aggressive/manipulative vibes off of Sienna and Amy seems to be finding their relationship to be emotionally unfulfilling. But, I did catch some hints of a new slow burn romance on the horizon for Amy that I’m totally rooting for. Also, I totally have a bunch of ships for this series now. I wish there was a big fandom for this series.
I received a free e-copy of this book via BookSirens and have since purchased a copy as well. I am writing this review completely honestly and voluntarily.
November 17, 2021
Disclaimer – I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I have since purchased my own paperback copy.
After setting up the trio in Book 1, Loch & Quay is the start of Amy, Steve and Bex’s real adventures into the world of cryptids, and what a way to start! As a loved of the myth of Nessie, I was naturally thrilled to discover this book would be set around Loch Ness, and I haven’t been disappointed.
The developing relationships of the characters has continued to engage me, as well as the building sense of mystery. Ironside takes her time weaving in story-lines and progressing character arcs, whilst also maintaining a thrilling pace. One thing I particularly love about this series is the way it transports you to the location, with Ironside building up great visuals, while fulfilling all my needs as a folklore nerd. I get the sense that I’m out there with the characters, experiencing it all along with them.
I finished this book in a single sitting, and enjoyed it tremendously from start to finish. The series is really establishing itself, and will only continue to grow bigger from here!
After setting up the trio in Book 1, Loch & Quay is the start of Amy, Steve and Bex’s real adventures into the world of cryptids, and what a way to start! As a loved of the myth of Nessie, I was naturally thrilled to discover this book would be set around Loch Ness, and I haven’t been disappointed.
The developing relationships of the characters has continued to engage me, as well as the building sense of mystery. Ironside takes her time weaving in story-lines and progressing character arcs, whilst also maintaining a thrilling pace. One thing I particularly love about this series is the way it transports you to the location, with Ironside building up great visuals, while fulfilling all my needs as a folklore nerd. I get the sense that I’m out there with the characters, experiencing it all along with them.
I finished this book in a single sitting, and enjoyed it tremendously from start to finish. The series is really establishing itself, and will only continue to grow bigger from here!
August 10, 2022
Solid read. Only thing bothering me is that the MC is supposed to be 22, but is a bit too mature...Yes, stuff has happened to her, but even so is a bit too composed for 22 😅
October 2, 2021
For the sake of disclosure, I was given an advanced copy of this book in exchange for writing a review.
This is a different kind of story from what fans of previous books set in this world might be expecting. While supernatural/paranormal elements are present, they are mostly apparent in the form of Amy’s psychic abilities. Instead, J. A. Ironsides centres her tale around the human threats presented by the last book, and the conspiracy hanging over the characters’ heads. Fans who come to these books for their ghostly content might find themselves disappointed, but there is still plenty of suspense on hand to appeal to those who don’t mind it coming from a more earthly source.
One detail which stuck out to me was how good Ironsides is at taking different local mythologies and real life history, and weaving them together into a rich story. Ironsides makes the worlds she writes feel lived in, with rich histories that precede her main characters and the events of the plot.
Ironside is great at writing compelling main characters, and this book is no exception. I found myself seeing one familiar character in a new light; her long running characters have all grown as people, and as a long running fan, I enjoy seeing that growth happen.
I also love how beautifully queer this book is. Bisexual characters, a trans character, and a polyamorous character all here present here. There’s a wealth of queerness on display, and it’s great to see.
If I had any complaints, it would be that it takes a while for the book’s importance in the overarching plot to become apparent. However, that issue was resolved for me, and the strength of the characters made up for it in the mean time.
A great entry into the series. It’s strengths lie in how well it builds on both the character work and conspiracy elements of the first book. By now Ironside has established all the elements she needs for future entries to thrive.
This is a different kind of story from what fans of previous books set in this world might be expecting. While supernatural/paranormal elements are present, they are mostly apparent in the form of Amy’s psychic abilities. Instead, J. A. Ironsides centres her tale around the human threats presented by the last book, and the conspiracy hanging over the characters’ heads. Fans who come to these books for their ghostly content might find themselves disappointed, but there is still plenty of suspense on hand to appeal to those who don’t mind it coming from a more earthly source.
One detail which stuck out to me was how good Ironsides is at taking different local mythologies and real life history, and weaving them together into a rich story. Ironsides makes the worlds she writes feel lived in, with rich histories that precede her main characters and the events of the plot.
Ironside is great at writing compelling main characters, and this book is no exception. I found myself seeing one familiar character in a new light; her long running characters have all grown as people, and as a long running fan, I enjoy seeing that growth happen.
I also love how beautifully queer this book is. Bisexual characters, a trans character, and a polyamorous character all here present here. There’s a wealth of queerness on display, and it’s great to see.
If I had any complaints, it would be that it takes a while for the book’s importance in the overarching plot to become apparent. However, that issue was resolved for me, and the strength of the characters made up for it in the mean time.
A great entry into the series. It’s strengths lie in how well it builds on both the character work and conspiracy elements of the first book. By now Ironside has established all the elements she needs for future entries to thrive.
February 5, 2022
I really enjoyed book 1 of Harker & Blackthorn: Slice of Death, so dove straight into book 2 Lock & Quay. I was NOT disappointed.
It's been several months since the occurrences of the first book and Amy, Rebekah and Steve have settled into their friendship. Rebekah receives a call from an old friend wanting her help with his wildlife refugee on the banks of Loch Ness. Seems there's been further sightings of Nessie and they're centered right on his neck of the Loch and all the cryptid hunters are destroying the fragile ecosystem. He wants help disproving the existence of the Loch Ness monster. Or at least the existence of the Loch Ness monster in 'his' neck of the Loch.
I've discovered that this series really hits all the buttons i've been acquiring since a very young age. It's set in locations that have held my interest for decades and (now that i'm on book three) cryptids and other anomalous occurrences supernatural and otherwise that i've been interested in my entire life. Needless to say i'm enjoying this series IMMENSELY! Amy, Rebekah, Steve and their friends are fast becoming favorites. The interplay between the characters is rich and realistic. The descriptions of the Loch and it's environs paint a vivid picture of the countryside and it's people.
I highly recommend this series to anyone that enjoyed Sherlock and has an interest in things that go bump in the night. Or creep, slither and swim thru the imagination of ages of humanity, folklore, fiction or just unproven truths.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
It's been several months since the occurrences of the first book and Amy, Rebekah and Steve have settled into their friendship. Rebekah receives a call from an old friend wanting her help with his wildlife refugee on the banks of Loch Ness. Seems there's been further sightings of Nessie and they're centered right on his neck of the Loch and all the cryptid hunters are destroying the fragile ecosystem. He wants help disproving the existence of the Loch Ness monster. Or at least the existence of the Loch Ness monster in 'his' neck of the Loch.
I've discovered that this series really hits all the buttons i've been acquiring since a very young age. It's set in locations that have held my interest for decades and (now that i'm on book three) cryptids and other anomalous occurrences supernatural and otherwise that i've been interested in my entire life. Needless to say i'm enjoying this series IMMENSELY! Amy, Rebekah, Steve and their friends are fast becoming favorites. The interplay between the characters is rich and realistic. The descriptions of the Loch and it's environs paint a vivid picture of the countryside and it's people.
I highly recommend this series to anyone that enjoyed Sherlock and has an interest in things that go bump in the night. Or creep, slither and swim thru the imagination of ages of humanity, folklore, fiction or just unproven truths.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
January 27, 2022
Just as good as the first. This story was a lot more tense and exciting, putting the characters in many dangerous situations. I like that Amy's power isn't overused and can't always solve everything. She's still learning how to use and control it and that's shown to us well. It was nice to see how the friendship between the three main characters is progressing, as well as the introduction of Meghan and Kelsi.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 3, 2021
This second installment of the series builds well on the characters from book one. The interrelationships of the main characters develop and intertwine well. The plot is strong, and seamlessly combines historical fact with fiction. When reading this you feel part of the team and fully engaged with the plot. This sets everything up nicely for future installments.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 16, 2022
Loch and Quay
This would have been a wonderful book had it not featured my all-time favorite cryptid and my old college chum’s ancestral seat. But it did and that alone elevates it from simply wonderful to fantastic.
Now for those lacking such personal ties, it is still so far above average that it is way too short and finishes long before the reader is ready for it to end.
The narrative is solid and flows evenly from start to finish. The characters, with one exception, are engaging and fully developed. In most cases, these are folks you would willingly hang out with.
The plot, usually the failing of urban fantasy, is solid if a bit ordinary. But the characters are so engaging this weakness does not impact the story.
There are two minor glitches in this otherwise perfect book.
The first is the complete lack of connectable feelings for one of the title characters. Now this is probably intentional and I am just too thick to catch on, but such a remote and honestly rude and hostile character makes welcoming their part of the story very difficult. There is nothing to hang on to and relate to this individual.
Again, the rest of the characters are so warm and immediately accessible that this one does not impact the story in any major way.
The second issue and this is even acknowledged in the body of the story is the preponderance of gay and bisexual characters. Now I do not find alternate lifestyles objectionable but this is a whole lot of different orientation for one story. Even my gay and trans pals have more straight friends than they do members of their own community. It does not harm the story in any way, but it does slow the reader down with a big “Hunh?”
I had to really dig to find anything I could point to as minor irritants in this book. The whole of it is so perfect that these issues rank right beside whether the use of the Oxford comma is the only correct usage or perhaps wearing white after Labor Day is scandalous.
Loch and Quay is the third story of these folks I have read and I cannot wait to get my grubby paws on the next one. Buy, borrow or even steal this book, a minor shoplifting charge is a small price to pay for such a great read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This would have been a wonderful book had it not featured my all-time favorite cryptid and my old college chum’s ancestral seat. But it did and that alone elevates it from simply wonderful to fantastic.
Now for those lacking such personal ties, it is still so far above average that it is way too short and finishes long before the reader is ready for it to end.
The narrative is solid and flows evenly from start to finish. The characters, with one exception, are engaging and fully developed. In most cases, these are folks you would willingly hang out with.
The plot, usually the failing of urban fantasy, is solid if a bit ordinary. But the characters are so engaging this weakness does not impact the story.
There are two minor glitches in this otherwise perfect book.
The first is the complete lack of connectable feelings for one of the title characters. Now this is probably intentional and I am just too thick to catch on, but such a remote and honestly rude and hostile character makes welcoming their part of the story very difficult. There is nothing to hang on to and relate to this individual.
Again, the rest of the characters are so warm and immediately accessible that this one does not impact the story in any major way.
The second issue and this is even acknowledged in the body of the story is the preponderance of gay and bisexual characters. Now I do not find alternate lifestyles objectionable but this is a whole lot of different orientation for one story. Even my gay and trans pals have more straight friends than they do members of their own community. It does not harm the story in any way, but it does slow the reader down with a big “Hunh?”
I had to really dig to find anything I could point to as minor irritants in this book. The whole of it is so perfect that these issues rank right beside whether the use of the Oxford comma is the only correct usage or perhaps wearing white after Labor Day is scandalous.
Loch and Quay is the third story of these folks I have read and I cannot wait to get my grubby paws on the next one. Buy, borrow or even steal this book, a minor shoplifting charge is a small price to pay for such a great read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
July 2, 2022
This was a fun one, if only because the author sent them to Loch Ness to debunk current sightings of the Loch Ness monster so that they could keep the hordes of curious folks from trampling the nesting grounds of native birds. This is the second book of the series, and like the first book, it is not that long, making these books quick reads. I love the friendship between the three principal investigators, Steve, Rebekah, and of course, Amy, and how each of them brings something different to the team. What I didn't realize is that their investigative group, Harker & Blackthorn, doesn't really officially start until the third book (or the end of this book) but it doesn't really matter. These first two books are about the three of them learning to work together and use their contrasting strengths and weaknesses to complement each other to accomplish the goal. As Rebekah says several times, somehow we make a good team. There are additional characters in this adventure, including Amy's best friend and roommate, Eddie, and his new girlfriend Meghan, as well as a few natives to the area of Loch Ness that made the adventure even more fun. The whole setting was very atmospheric and I loved all of the legends that the author incorporated about Nessie. The ending was a really fun "what if" that made me smile. I've been having a lot of fun with this series and can't wait to continue reading the rest of the series.
I do want to make a comment about Amy, though. She is super intelligent and for the most part, she reads people very well, but she's being pretty blind about Sienna. I do NOT like Sienna and hope she gets kicked to the curb soon. I actually want Steve and Amy to get together, lol. But time will tell. I'm just going to enjoy these books as they come!
I received an advance review copy from Booksirens for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. However, I loved the first two books of this series enough that I have now bought the entire series (well, the first 9--10 and 11 are coming out soon).
I do want to make a comment about Amy, though. She is super intelligent and for the most part, she reads people very well, but she's being pretty blind about Sienna. I do NOT like Sienna and hope she gets kicked to the curb soon. I actually want Steve and Amy to get together, lol. But time will tell. I'm just going to enjoy these books as they come!
I received an advance review copy from Booksirens for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. However, I loved the first two books of this series enough that I have now bought the entire series (well, the first 9--10 and 11 are coming out soon).
January 3, 2022
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Just as I enjoyed the first book in this series, this book did not disappoint.
Enjoyed the character development from this book, the folklore bits and pieces dropped in, the Scottish 'dialogue' and the snippets on Scotland itself.
Some good suspenseful moments, as well as the growth in the friendship of the three main characters.
You should read the first book in the series, before reading this one, as it definitely has elements that make this story more appealing and gives a deeper understanding of the relationships between the characters, and the characters themselves.
Enjoyable, fun read.
Just as I enjoyed the first book in this series, this book did not disappoint.
Enjoyed the character development from this book, the folklore bits and pieces dropped in, the Scottish 'dialogue' and the snippets on Scotland itself.
Some good suspenseful moments, as well as the growth in the friendship of the three main characters.
You should read the first book in the series, before reading this one, as it definitely has elements that make this story more appealing and gives a deeper understanding of the relationships between the characters, and the characters themselves.
Enjoyable, fun read.
December 3, 2021
I really enjoy the idea for this book series. This book does more to set up the group as "monster hunters" or maybe "hoax breakers." I think there is a lot of imagination in the stories and they are entertaining. The problem is that I don't really like the characters. I like the way the group works as a whole, but as an individual, I don't connect with any of them. Even though it doesn't work for me, I do recommend giving this a try if you like supernatural mysteries.
I received an advance review copy for free from BookSirens, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free from BookSirens, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
December 16, 2021
In the second installment of this series the tightly knit trio is off to Scotland to disprove the sighting of the Loch Ness being. They are assisted by a group of friends, old and new.
Amy has struggled with her power she calls the touch. The trip to Scotland will help her come to terms with her power.
I am enjoying this series a lot and would recommend it to anyone that is intererested in psyic themes. I also like the psychological insights strewn through the series.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Amy has struggled with her power she calls the touch. The trip to Scotland will help her come to terms with her power.
I am enjoying this series a lot and would recommend it to anyone that is intererested in psyic themes. I also like the psychological insights strewn through the series.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
June 25, 2022
I liked the first book in this series, but I loved this one! It pulled me in even more, letting me know that I definitely picked the right series to start! I love most of the characters in this series, there may be one that I'm not too happy with right now, but I won't give any spoilers away, you will just have to read it for yourself lol. Everything I love in one book right here! Magic, mischief, suspense, thrills, action, love ... you name it ... it is probably here! Definitely recommend this series.
**I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily**
**I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily**
August 20, 2023
Even better than the first! I loved the adventure in Scotland, especially as I am a sucker for an intelligent animal! This was a new perspective on the Nessie legend and I am all in! The world is expanding and as I have not read the previous series set in this world, it is all new to me and I am loving the science and paranormal mash up. Amy is gifted and whilst a trio of main characters doesn't always work I am loving the dynamics between Amy, Steve and Rebekah, with my personal favourite being the addition of Meghan and Amy's realisation that she is a person worth knowing. Great fun!
June 25, 2022
In this second installment, the trioand co. head to Scotland. Their mission is to debunk "evidence" of the Loch Ness monster. In the process of doing so, they fall in and out of trouble as they realize their nemesis, Evergreen, is up to something.
The descriptions of Scotland are vivid. The characters continue to grow closer. The plot us well paced. All in all a fun paranormal cryptid hunter story.
I received a free ARC. This is my honest review. On to book #3.
The descriptions of Scotland are vivid. The characters continue to grow closer. The plot us well paced. All in all a fun paranormal cryptid hunter story.
I received a free ARC. This is my honest review. On to book #3.
July 11, 2022
I love the fresh take on science and paranormal happenings in this series and of course investigations into the Loch Ness monster couldn’t have been more fun. Relationship entanglements begin in this book and the love triangle proves to complicate things. Overall a great read as the characters develop more and the team grows stronger as they investigate more complex cases. I highly recommend this series!
October 29, 2022
Loch & Quay is practically overflowing with the joy I imagine its author had in the researching and writing. I liked that the protagonists' goal is to disprove the *recent* sightings rather than Nessie's existence altogether. As always, the developing connections between the characters are wonderful to read. There's humour and nice 'n' spicy darkness, both of which I have happily come to expect in Ironside's writing. I'm excited for Book 3.
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