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croehrich's review against another edition
3.0
This one was actually a 3.5 I read as a comfort read and it was certainly that. I was much more excited to read the book than I was actually reading it. Fallon and Isabelle where more intriguing in the previous books in the series. In this one they really had no conflict and no heat- kinda meh.
The villians where disapointing as well they stayed out of the way until needed stepped forward when it was their turn and were easily dispatched.
Small town with quirky characters- check
Mysteries that end up being related- check
But then I did not pick this book up expecting anything earth shattering and it delivered what I did want a solid romantic suspense with paranormal elements- it could easily have been better but it does get points for being exactly what I needed it to be.
The villians where disapointing as well they stayed out of the way until needed stepped forward when it was their turn and were easily dispatched.
Small town with quirky characters- check
Mysteries that end up being related- check
But then I did not pick this book up expecting anything earth shattering and it delivered what I did want a solid romantic suspense with paranormal elements- it could easily have been better but it does get points for being exactly what I needed it to be.
tiredcat's review against another edition
4.0
I listened to half of this book while I was driving to and from my parents house this last week. Then I finished it by reading the second half. Both were very entertaining and I really enjoy this series.
frannieman's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
3.0
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
In Too Deep
4 Stars
Once again, the contemporary installment in the Arcane Society series has an edge over the historical and futuristic books. The mystery is intriguing, the romance is engaging and the actions scenes exciting. My one small caveat is the lack of progression in the overall Nightshade story arc.
Although the sizzle and spark of Isabella and Fallon's relationship is somewhat absent, they are a sweet couple and some of their moments together left me smiling. Isabella's sunny personality and calming aura is a perfect match for Fallon's dark and brooding tendencies.
The mystery, which focuses on a conspiracy involving the sale of paranormal weapons, is comprised of several complex threads that ultimately come together quite cohesively. JAK weaves such a successfully complex web that despite the plethora of clues, the identity of the culprit caught me by surprise for once.
The small town vibe of Scargill Cove and the quirky personalities of its inhabitants are a wonderful addition to the story and I hope that JAK will return there sometime.
Next up is Quicksilver in which we will apparently learn more about Mrs. Bridewell's curiosities - looking forward to it.
4 Stars
Once again, the contemporary installment in the Arcane Society series has an edge over the historical and futuristic books. The mystery is intriguing, the romance is engaging and the actions scenes exciting. My one small caveat is the lack of progression in the overall Nightshade story arc.
Although the sizzle and spark of Isabella and Fallon's relationship is somewhat absent, they are a sweet couple and some of their moments together left me smiling. Isabella's sunny personality and calming aura is a perfect match for Fallon's dark and brooding tendencies.
The mystery, which focuses on a conspiracy involving the sale of paranormal weapons, is comprised of several complex threads that ultimately come together quite cohesively. JAK weaves such a successfully complex web that despite the plethora of clues, the identity of the culprit caught me by surprise for once.
The small town vibe of Scargill Cove and the quirky personalities of its inhabitants are a wonderful addition to the story and I hope that JAK will return there sometime.
Next up is Quicksilver in which we will apparently learn more about Mrs. Bridewell's curiosities - looking forward to it.
tamreel_stitches's review against another edition
2.0
The beginning was great but the rest just sort of dragged for me.
tehlanna's review against another edition
4.0
What a page-turner! Life forced me to set this one down, otherwise I would have finished it in one sitting. I enjoy her fast-paced narrative and fun characters.
hoosgracie's review against another edition
4.0
Since I had enjoyed the last book I read by Krentz, I decided to try this one, which included one of the minor characters from the previous book. I thoroughly enjoyed the mix of adventure, mystery, action, and romance between Fallon and Isabella.
jen_baroness_mom's review against another edition
5.0
In Too Deep by Jayne Ann Krentz is filled with mystery, intrigue, magic, and romance. It's the perfect combination for a spectacular story.
Will Fallon and Isabella unravel the mystery around the para-weapons?
Isabella Valdez
Isabella comes from a long line of conspiracy theorists. Even though she understands the theory, she doesn't want to be part of it. However, she ends up in the middle of one when she starts working at Lucan Protection Services. Just when her life starts getting settled, she ends up the fall guy for her corrupt boss. Her grandmother sends her to Scargill Cove to J&J for assistance if things get too dangerous.
I like Isabella. She has an easygoing personality and puts people at ease. Some of it could be her power, but I think a lot of it is her personality. She accepts people for who they are and doesn't judge them. Isabella is sweet, but don't underestimate her, as she is also a fierce warrior when she needs to be.
Fallon Jones
Fallon Jones is the current head of Jones & Jones (J&J). His family has run the investigation service for a long time. Fallon's power is extremely powerful. However, power doesn't help with matters of the heart, and Fallon, although he doesn't know it, is lonely. He has set himself up in Scargill Cove on the Northern California coast. A small town with only a handful of people. All doing their best to stay off the grid. However, this has isolated him from the Arcane Society and his family.
Fallon is quiet, a little brooding, straight to the point, but has the manners of an older gentleman. It was nice to see how he reacted to Isabella and her love for him. They truly bring out the best in each other.
The Mystery
The mystery is two parts, plus a bit more. First, we have the reason that Isabella ended up in Scargill Cove with Fallon. Which is her boss at Lucan set her up to take the blame for his selling para-weapons to those who shouldn't have them. Then we have Fallon trying to track down the rest of Nightshade's operatives (part of the Arcane Society plot line) and dealing with the clockwork-type weapons that were stashed in Scargill Cove twenty-two years ago.
Five Stars
My rating for In Too Deep by Jayne Ann Krentz is five stars. I started reading Ms. Krentz's alter ego, Amanda Quick's Burning Cove series. I was immediately drawn to her writing style, which made me search for more of her books. However, I was given this book and Quicksilver, so the decision was made to start Arcane Society at the almost end of the series. I know now that I will go back and read the other books too.
I highly recommend In Too Deep and all books by Jayne Ann Krentz, Amanda Quick and Jayne Castle.
Thank you for dropping by! I hope you enjoyed this review of In Too Deep by Jayne Ann Krentz.
Until the next time,
~Jen
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spiringvenus's review against another edition
3.0
I like Fallon. I like Isabella. I hope to read more about them in the rest of the series.
sandylovesbooks's review against another edition
3.0
Really good story line but it was a little too boring when the characters were trying to figure out the answers to the artifacts and who was doing what.