nideen's review against another edition
4.0
i remembered loving this series, but i was afraid to reread it after getting disappointed by so many other of my old favorites. turns out i had nothing to worry about- this novel has aged gracefully and is still as funny, sexy and heartwarming as it was when it came out
laurenjodi's review
3.0
Succubus Blues
3.5 Stars
Over a thousand years ago, Georgina Kincaid gave into temptation and lost her soul in the process. Now as a reluctant Succubus, she feeds on the men she seduces, but longs for the love that she has been denied for centuries. When a number of fellow supernaturals are killed by a mysterious hunter, Georgina discovers some unwelcome truths about both demons and angels … truths that may result in the end of her immortality.
An entertaining story, but the world building is lacking and there are certain aspects of Georgina’s character that have me questioning whether she is my type of heroine.
In terms of the supernatural world, we learn that demons and angels exist, however, their specific abilities are never fully explained and whatever conflict there is between good and evil (if there even is one) is not outlined well.
Likewise, Georgina’s background is presented in dribs and drabs mainly via flashbacks, and there are numerous gaping holes not only in her personal history, but also her knowledge of the supernatural (even though she has been around for thousands of years). It is possible that these will be filled in throughout the series, but at this time, both Georgina's character and the world that she inhabits are underdeveloped.
The most problematic aspect of the book is Georgina herself. On the one hand, she is a Succubus so the fact that she has sex with numerous men is to be expected. Nevertheless, her choice of partners is rather icky -, and her numerous TSTL moments are annoying. Moreover, as a demon with the ability to shape shift, one would expect her to be a little less whiny and lot more kick-ass.
With regard to the plot, the idea of a serial killer targeting supernatural beings is intriguing. Nevertheless, the mystery is predictable and Georgina’s investigative skills are limited to stumbling across clues as she goes along.
The romantic elements have potential although I’m not a fan of love triangles and hope that Georgina’s relationship with the shy and hunk Seth materializes sooner rather than later.
Elisabeth Rodgers is a capable narrator and her performance captures Georgina's friendly girl next-door persona very well. Her male voices are good, but could have been better distinguished.
All in all, despite my problems with this specific book, Georgina and company are compelling enough to continue with the series.
3.5 Stars
Over a thousand years ago, Georgina Kincaid gave into temptation and lost her soul in the process. Now as a reluctant Succubus, she feeds on the men she seduces, but longs for the love that she has been denied for centuries. When a number of fellow supernaturals are killed by a mysterious hunter, Georgina discovers some unwelcome truths about both demons and angels … truths that may result in the end of her immortality.
An entertaining story, but the world building is lacking and there are certain aspects of Georgina’s character that have me questioning whether she is my type of heroine.
In terms of the supernatural world, we learn that demons and angels exist, however, their specific abilities are never fully explained and whatever conflict there is between good and evil (if there even is one) is not outlined well.
Likewise, Georgina’s background is presented in dribs and drabs mainly via flashbacks, and there are numerous gaping holes not only in her personal history, but also her knowledge of the supernatural (even though she has been around for thousands of years). It is possible that these will be filled in throughout the series, but at this time, both Georgina's character and the world that she inhabits are underdeveloped.
The most problematic aspect of the book is Georgina herself. On the one hand, she is a Succubus so the fact that she has sex with numerous men is to be expected. Nevertheless, her choice of partners is rather icky -
Spoiler
Warren is a slime and Roman is little more than a serial killer but she sleeps with him anyway because he’s hot. I also don’t like the fact that she cheated on her husband with his best friend because she was feeling neglected.With regard to the plot, the idea of a serial killer targeting supernatural beings is intriguing. Nevertheless, the mystery is predictable and Georgina’s investigative skills are limited to stumbling across clues as she goes along.
The romantic elements have potential although I’m not a fan of love triangles and hope that Georgina’s relationship with the shy and hunk Seth materializes sooner rather than later.
Elisabeth Rodgers is a capable narrator and her performance captures Georgina's friendly girl next-door persona very well. Her male voices are good, but could have been better distinguished.
All in all, despite my problems with this specific book, Georgina and company are compelling enough to continue with the series.
shari0134's review
3.0
I enjoyed this book very much. I have fallen for Seth utterly and completely and I like Georgina despite the fact that by definition she is a superficial, sleazy ho. I want to know what happens to the two of them and watch their relationship unfold. All that being said, I am not sure I will continue on with the series. I have read some of the reviews and I am worried. I confess I read to escape. I swim in the very shallow end of the fiction pool. I want a happy ending and I am not kidding about it. I am not delirious about the ending of Succubus Blues, but I am content. I will probably let that be enough for me right now.
geo_ix's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. So I pretty much hated the first half, and if I hadn't have bought this in paperback I may not have finished. I found it super slow in the beginning which is my main hate and I just wasn't connecting because Georgina was an ice queen (also, having lived with this name forever, NOONE calls me that, it's always Georgie or my nickname geo, Georgina is reserved for my father when he writes my birthday card and spells it wrong... Don't ask me how he's just special...)
So it's not her REAL name, that's Lethe, and having disliked my name forever because it's super long and never ever on keychain a and mugs unless you search the bloody globe, I'd just had it stuck in my head that she was the biggest twat in existence for choosing something I dislike so much... Also having a cover of a red head with light coloured eyes just kept making me think I was reading a book where I myself was a cool ass Succubus, one of my favourite paranormal creatures that's not in enough romance books because come on, as if there isn't enough book drama for a Succubus trying to find love!
The last, I'd like to say 30-35% of the book, mainly the last 100 pages I think it was, was SUPER great to read. Suddenly there's a heap of emotion and I was swooning and I finally stopped guessing who the person was when it was revealed I was right! And that my second guess was also right! And that I shouldn't ever second guess myself and hurt my brain then accusing every other character of being a bad guy. Sigh. I even thought Seth at one point... And CODY of all people. But they shouldn't have been so shady together even if it was cute.
All that said, I want to read on, but I don't think I will. I'm weary. In this, Seth talks about his book and how the guy and girl shouldn't end up together because then it's happened... I don't think I can deal with that many books of hoping they'll get together for nothing... So I'm just going to cheat and read reviews and stuff. Oh well.
So it's not her REAL name, that's Lethe, and having disliked my name forever because it's super long and never ever on keychain a and mugs unless you search the bloody globe, I'd just had it stuck in my head that she was the biggest twat in existence for choosing something I dislike so much... Also having a cover of a red head with light coloured eyes just kept making me think I was reading a book where I myself was a cool ass Succubus, one of my favourite paranormal creatures that's not in enough romance books because come on, as if there isn't enough book drama for a Succubus trying to find love!
The last, I'd like to say 30-35% of the book, mainly the last 100 pages I think it was, was SUPER great to read. Suddenly there's a heap of emotion and I was swooning and I finally stopped guessing who the person was when it was revealed I was right! And that my second guess was also right! And that I shouldn't ever second guess myself and hurt my brain then accusing every other character of being a bad guy. Sigh. I even thought Seth at one point... And CODY of all people. But they shouldn't have been so shady together even if it was cute.
All that said, I want to read on, but I don't think I will. I'm weary. In this, Seth talks about his book and how the guy and girl shouldn't end up together because then it's happened... I don't think I can deal with that many books of hoping they'll get together for nothing... So I'm just going to cheat and read reviews and stuff. Oh well.
nicklelove's review
4.0
Originally wanted to give this a 3, but in the end I decided to give it a 4.
Great read. Full review soon. :)
Great read. Full review soon. :)
nannasa16's review against another edition
4.0
http://katnissbraid.blogspot.it/2013/08/succubus-blues-review.html
3.5
sì, leggo libri a caso ormai.
è un'altra Mead da quella di VA e del resto.
è una Mead adult.
che mi piace un sacco.
3.5
sì, leggo libri a caso ormai.
è un'altra Mead da quella di VA e del resto.
è una Mead adult.
che mi piace un sacco.
mia_reads_romance's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed this book more than I expected to. I will say this series is a bit too slow burn for me. I don't want to read a romance stretched out over 6 books. That is more of a preference for paranormal romance over urban fantasy on my behalf though not a problem with this particular series. I DNF the series because I wasn't interested enough to read six books about the couple but I would have happily read 1-3.
ellenpenleysmith's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book. And I love Richelle Mead. The book flowed very nicely and before i knew it it was over!
Can't wait to read the next book!
Can't wait to read the next book!