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kendra's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
rgrigsby80's review against another edition
4.0
I'm such a big fan of this series. Mac is my favorite type of UF heroine. She's clever, funny, and is well aware of her role in SPI (meaning she knows she's good at her job, but also knows when she needs to step back and let others take the lead). I never get the feeling she's trying to overcompensate. I've always been a big fan of her and Ian's big bro-little sis relationship (hooray for a good example of a strong male/female platonic friendship!). Rake and Mac's relationship doesn't necessarily move forward too much in this book, but I still enjoy their interactions. He's a great love interest too (meaning he's strong and powerful without veering into the Me, Man, You Woman type of Alpha Male nonsense that you find in a lot of other series). I look forward to reading the next book.
kjlee3370's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
chllybrd's review
4.0
THE MYTH MANIFESTATION was another great addition to the SPI Files series.
Get ready for action, mystery, and drama with a little side of romance in THE MYTH MANIFESTATION. We get visits from old friends—even some crossover from the Raine Benares series— and learn a lot more about what lives in the world that makes up the series. Mak seemed to be on her own quite a bit in book five, which I found a little odd. I really like her partnership with Ian and wasn't understanding why they were separated so much, but I still enjoyed watching her work through clues.
One thing I would really like to happen is more insight on Mak and Rake's relationship. I would love for the author to reveal more about them together. I feel like a lot happens off page and then I'm a little lost as to what is happening. I think if we got more in-depth with them, I would love them more as a couple instead of just liking them.
The SPI Files has been a fun series so far. I enjoy the characters, the settings are always interesting and the plots never disappoint. I look forward to seeing where Lisa Shearin takes Mak and her friends next.
* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
local_hat's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Murder, Gun violence, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Alcohol and Blood
Minor: Ableism and Fatphobia
mdlaclair's review against another edition
4.0
This was a good book ! I loved all the actions scenes and while there was a little bit of romance (which I always wish there was more of !) It was well done.
Can not wait for the next book to come out!
Can not wait for the next book to come out!
rbellirving's review against another edition
3.0
Makenna Fraser is still one of my top female protagonists of all time. She's scrappy, honest, and funny as hell. I love that she knows her limits and isn't an instant bad-ass like many books, but instead is constantly growing and learning without losing her charm.
This book had the classic Shearin set up - great monsters, plausible and well-explained challenge, and it was full of wit and sarcasm. It didn't have as much character development as past books, but instead was a very enjoyable. This series could go on for a very long time because there are so many things that these characters could endure.
My critiques are minimal. There was phrase used 2-3 times that was "pay dirt". I'm not sure if this was a spelling error and should have been "pay day" (which would have made far more sense), or just a new phrase I am not familiar with. If anyone has heard of it before, please let me know.
As mentioned, the character development was not a predominant part of the story. I didn't mind because the action and humour is still very fun, but have that expectation before you read it. I really wish that Rake and Makenna's relationship was given more time. She kept referring to her love life as if they were on rocky terms, but he refers to their relationship as courting making it sound like he's still trying to convince her to date him. Then at the end of the book they plan for Rake to meet the parents. The actual status of their relationship was convoluted throughout. I am glad that they are moving forward but I really wish there was more of that sexual tension and banter that had made the relationship so much fun in previous books.
This is my go-to series for a fun and dependable read. I look forward to seeing what trouble they get into next.
This book had the classic Shearin set up - great monsters, plausible and well-explained challenge, and it was full of wit and sarcasm. It didn't have as much character development as past books, but instead was a very enjoyable. This series could go on for a very long time because there are so many things that these characters could endure.
My critiques are minimal. There was phrase used 2-3 times that was "pay dirt". I'm not sure if this was a spelling error and should have been "pay day" (which would have made far more sense), or just a new phrase I am not familiar with. If anyone has heard of it before, please let me know.
As mentioned, the character development was not a predominant part of the story. I didn't mind because the action and humour is still very fun, but have that expectation before you read it. I really wish that Rake and Makenna's relationship was given more time. She kept referring to her love life as if they were on rocky terms, but he refers to their relationship as courting making it sound like he's still trying to convince her to date him. Then at the end of the book they plan for Rake to meet the parents. The actual status of their relationship was convoluted throughout. I am glad that they are moving forward but I really wish there was more of that sexual tension and banter that had made the relationship so much fun in previous books.
This is my go-to series for a fun and dependable read. I look forward to seeing what trouble they get into next.
tinasbooknook's review against another edition
4.0
I adore Lisa Shearin's writing! Funny, spooky, sexy, and always entertaining. Myth Manifestation was no exception. Ian and Mac have another disaster on their hands and things don't look good.
I can't wait to see where Mac goes next and I sincerely hope she cranks up the heat with one sexy goblin;).
I can't wait to see where Mac goes next and I sincerely hope she cranks up the heat with one sexy goblin;).
rachelini's review against another edition
4.0
This book felt short, like it could have been filled out more. But I liked the bottle episode concept.
kmpuzzled's review against another edition
4.0
Very enjoyable book in a fun series, as good as or better than the previous entries despite the changeover from traditional to self-published. Humorous, well-paced, and full of interesting characters. I can't wait for the next one.