lolasreviews's review
2.0
I got a copy in exchange for an honest review.
Summoned sounded like an awesome and original story and I had high hopes for it, unfortunately it turned out to be a bit of a disapointment for me. Although it certainly had it's good parts overal Summoned just wasn't the book for me. I thought the pace was a bit slow and some part where a bit boring. Also the writing style didn't really work for me, not sure why, but it just felt a bit off.
Summoned is told from the perspective of Dimitri, a Djinn who has to fullfill his master's wishes. His master Karl usually only sends him on a wish mission once in the two months, but from the moment Dimitri is send to kidnap a little girl he suddenly get's back-to-back wishes, just when he starts to fall in love with Syd. It all sounds very intriguing, but for me all the missions just felt boring, it was mission after missions and Dimitri often handles them quite clumsy. It just wasn't interesting to read.
I knew there was something up with all these wishes, but there aren't enough hints dropped to connect it al or even have predictions. Then there finally something happens and then I figured it all out before the main character did. I felt myself skipping or quick-reading some small parts. At 75% the actions starts, but I have to admit that even that action was boring. And then the last 5% was great, but it just came too late.
At first I thought Dimitri seemed like a great main character, he still seemed to care about people even though he had to kill or kidnap them. But after a while I just lost interest, Dimitri creates stories about the people he is forced to kill and kidnap so they seem like bad people, but it more felt like he just couldn't deal with what he had to do. I felt sorry for Dimitri because he certainly got the bad end of the deal, he had to do horrible things and there was nothing he could do about it. Or maybe there was, but he wasn't really looking for a way out.
Also I thought he handled most of the missions really clumsy. I have read a few books about assassins where the killings where written really well and smart. Now I understand Dimitri isn't a real assassin, but I would've thought he had gotten some sort of training in these things. It's just a bit weird how he didn't come up with plans, but just rushed into a situation and see what happens. I do have to say all his actions stay true to his character, he always acts like I expect he would based on what we knew about him and I thought that was done really well.
I liked Syd, she was so random and was good for Dimitri in a weird way. The romance felt a bit off, there is a lot of sex and lust, but beside that there doesn't seem much more. They just had sex a lot and only seemed to get together for the sex. After a while this changed and I started to really like Syd, but still there are hardly any getting-to-know-each-other scenes and I would've liked reading a few more of those.
There aren't many side character really worth mentioning. Beside Syd, the most seen character is Sylvia and Karl and I hate them both. Sylvia is so terribly annoying I just wanted to skip every scene she was in. She has a perfect life and wants more and she wants everything. I couldn't stand her at all. Karl is the stereotypical villain, he has a lot of power, enjoys making people suffer and does anything to stay in power. He was bad, but then we don't learn a lot about him and he was just there being the evil guy.
One of my biggest issues with the book, beside the slow pace, was the world building. The author has this awesome and original idea and it just falls flat, because there is no world building to keep it all standing. I wanted to know more about the Djinn, how they came into existence, how the master bond worked, how the Djinn bond worked, which powers they had, if there where loophole sint the wished etc. But none of that is the focus of this book and while there is a little world building at the begin, it just wasn't enough. The world didn't came alive and I didn't fully understand what the Djinn's are and what they can do. And then at the end a lot of my questions are answered and there suddenly is world building, but it was just too late and I wished there had been more of that interwoven in the story.
To Conclude: Summoned is not a bad book, it's based on a really original idea and I liked how consistent the author wrote Dimitri's behavior. Sadly Summoned was just not the book for me, the writing style didn't work for me, the pace felt slow and there where huge parts where nothing really seemed to happen (except build-up for things further in the book) and it just couldn't keep my attention. Dimitri was a nice character, although he seemed a bit clumsy sometimes and not really planning things or thinking things through. I did like Syd though, she was a nice character. I also thought Dimitri and Syd where good together, but there was too much focus on the sex and not enough on the romance or getting to know each other. My biggest issues with this book was the lack of world building, the world just didn't come alive. I really liked the last 5 % though, there was world building and things where resolved and it was a nice ending to the book.
Summoned sounded like an awesome and original story and I had high hopes for it, unfortunately it turned out to be a bit of a disapointment for me. Although it certainly had it's good parts overal Summoned just wasn't the book for me. I thought the pace was a bit slow and some part where a bit boring. Also the writing style didn't really work for me, not sure why, but it just felt a bit off.
Summoned is told from the perspective of Dimitri, a Djinn who has to fullfill his master's wishes. His master Karl usually only sends him on a wish mission once in the two months, but from the moment Dimitri is send to kidnap a little girl he suddenly get's back-to-back wishes, just when he starts to fall in love with Syd. It all sounds very intriguing, but for me all the missions just felt boring, it was mission after missions and Dimitri often handles them quite clumsy. It just wasn't interesting to read.
I knew there was something up with all these wishes, but there aren't enough hints dropped to connect it al or even have predictions. Then there finally something happens and then I figured it all out before the main character did. I felt myself skipping or quick-reading some small parts. At 75% the actions starts, but I have to admit that even that action was boring. And then the last 5% was great, but it just came too late.
At first I thought Dimitri seemed like a great main character, he still seemed to care about people even though he had to kill or kidnap them. But after a while I just lost interest, Dimitri creates stories about the people he is forced to kill and kidnap so they seem like bad people, but it more felt like he just couldn't deal with what he had to do. I felt sorry for Dimitri because he certainly got the bad end of the deal, he had to do horrible things and there was nothing he could do about it. Or maybe there was, but he wasn't really looking for a way out.
Also I thought he handled most of the missions really clumsy. I have read a few books about assassins where the killings where written really well and smart. Now I understand Dimitri isn't a real assassin, but I would've thought he had gotten some sort of training in these things. It's just a bit weird how he didn't come up with plans, but just rushed into a situation and see what happens. I do have to say all his actions stay true to his character, he always acts like I expect he would based on what we knew about him and I thought that was done really well.
I liked Syd, she was so random and was good for Dimitri in a weird way. The romance felt a bit off, there is a lot of sex and lust, but beside that there doesn't seem much more. They just had sex a lot and only seemed to get together for the sex. After a while this changed and I started to really like Syd, but still there are hardly any getting-to-know-each-other scenes and I would've liked reading a few more of those.
There aren't many side character really worth mentioning. Beside Syd, the most seen character is Sylvia and Karl and I hate them both. Sylvia is so terribly annoying I just wanted to skip every scene she was in. She has a perfect life and wants more and she wants everything. I couldn't stand her at all. Karl is the stereotypical villain, he has a lot of power, enjoys making people suffer and does anything to stay in power. He was bad, but then we don't learn a lot about him and he was just there being the evil guy.
One of my biggest issues with the book, beside the slow pace, was the world building. The author has this awesome and original idea and it just falls flat, because there is no world building to keep it all standing. I wanted to know more about the Djinn, how they came into existence, how the master bond worked, how the Djinn bond worked, which powers they had, if there where loophole sint the wished etc. But none of that is the focus of this book and while there is a little world building at the begin, it just wasn't enough. The world didn't came alive and I didn't fully understand what the Djinn's are and what they can do. And then at the end a lot of my questions are answered and there suddenly is world building, but it was just too late and I wished there had been more of that interwoven in the story.
To Conclude: Summoned is not a bad book, it's based on a really original idea and I liked how consistent the author wrote Dimitri's behavior. Sadly Summoned was just not the book for me, the writing style didn't work for me, the pace felt slow and there where huge parts where nothing really seemed to happen (except build-up for things further in the book) and it just couldn't keep my attention. Dimitri was a nice character, although he seemed a bit clumsy sometimes and not really planning things or thinking things through. I did like Syd though, she was a nice character. I also thought Dimitri and Syd where good together, but there was too much focus on the sex and not enough on the romance or getting to know each other. My biggest issues with this book was the lack of world building, the world just didn't come alive. I really liked the last 5 % though, there was world building and things where resolved and it was a nice ending to the book.
krgreen's review
5.0
5 Stars
I began reading this book, mostly because I read the author’s blog. I just had a ‘look inside’ on the website and suddenly I had finished the preview. I bought it without thinking twice, but then it just sat on my list of “currently reading” books. Yesterday I picked it back up again, and was drawn back in to the story. I read it until gone 4am.
I really enjoyed the blend of characters, particularly the way Dimitri began to change as he realised he wanted freedom, even if just a little bit. There were some interesting plot twists, and Rainy managed to surprise me even on a few I thought I’d figured it out (which is how I want to feel as a reader, at least sometimes). The characters were clearly-defined, and we were left with that just-not-quite-enough information throughout, mixed with great pacing.
There were moments (not very often, but still there) where some of the character’s personalities maybe switched up/down without warning. Mostly this was a mood change due to an event, but some (particularly Silvia’s) seemed a bit too extreme and that pulled me out of the story. I also did find myself having to skip back and re-read a few sections, especially where certain aspects are explained (like the mythos behind genies) because they were a little long and I found myself skimming — then not quite following the story because of it.
Overall though, this is a fantastic premise, well-written, in the voice of a compelling character and with some puzzle solving thrown in. For that, I’ll rate it five stars and tell you to go grab a copy.
I began reading this book, mostly because I read the author’s blog. I just had a ‘look inside’ on the website and suddenly I had finished the preview. I bought it without thinking twice, but then it just sat on my list of “currently reading” books. Yesterday I picked it back up again, and was drawn back in to the story. I read it until gone 4am.
I really enjoyed the blend of characters, particularly the way Dimitri began to change as he realised he wanted freedom, even if just a little bit. There were some interesting plot twists, and Rainy managed to surprise me even on a few I thought I’d figured it out (which is how I want to feel as a reader, at least sometimes). The characters were clearly-defined, and we were left with that just-not-quite-enough information throughout, mixed with great pacing.
There were moments (not very often, but still there) where some of the character’s personalities maybe switched up/down without warning. Mostly this was a mood change due to an event, but some (particularly Silvia’s) seemed a bit too extreme and that pulled me out of the story. I also did find myself having to skip back and re-read a few sections, especially where certain aspects are explained (like the mythos behind genies) because they were a little long and I found myself skimming — then not quite following the story because of it.
Overall though, this is a fantastic premise, well-written, in the voice of a compelling character and with some puzzle solving thrown in. For that, I’ll rate it five stars and tell you to go grab a copy.
merlin_reads's review
3.0
When most of us think genies, this is what we think of:
Magical being tied to a lamp that can grant wishes. Right? Unless you watch Supernatural and think they’re more like this:
Well, not according to Dimitri. Dimitri has no magical powers, by all appearances he’s human. Except he’s not. He’s a genie. Dimitri was born with the genie bond in his blood like his father before him and his father before him and so on. Of course if there’s a genie bond then there’s also the master bond – those who can control the genies. The Walkers have held the master bond over Dimitri’s family for as long as he can remember. The way it works is pretty simple. Karl Walker can summon Dimitri at any time and once he says those three little words “this I wish”, it’s on. A slight humming in the head of the genie guarantees that the wish will be fulfilled, because if it the humming in his head overtakes him, possibly killing him.
It’s an interesting take on an old legend. Only the head of the family line can hold the master bond, once that person is gone is moves on to the heir or the next family member if there is no heir. Same for the genie bond. This is the only life that Dimitri has ever known, ever cared to know. Until he meets Syd.
I was a little wary of Syd when she first arrived. It just seemed to perfect in the ‘right place, right time’ sort of thing. And ultimately it did end being one hell of a coincidence, it wasn’t in the way I expected it. Let’s just say there’s more to her than meets the eye.
The story in itself was interesting. Genie falls in love with human but realizes that he will most likely never be able to have a relationship with her because of his bond. I mean, how does one explain disappearing out of thin air? And also a past of murder, kidnapping, and burglary? Especially if one is under compulsion where he can’t reveal what he is to people. Poor Dimitri, his life is just so complicated. And then there’s Karl Walker. What does he want? What is his end goal? Why are his wishes increasing in quantity and intensity? What used to be a summons every few weeks or so has become one a day, if not more.
The story and the writing style kept me interested. I wanted to know more about the origins of the genie/master bond but since this is the first in the series, I’m hoping we will get to know more in future installments. I was more interested in that then the love story. It was a little awkward and hard to see why they came together. I didn’t want for them as much as I wanted Dim to be free.
Off to read the second.
Magical being tied to a lamp that can grant wishes. Right? Unless you watch Supernatural and think they’re more like this:
Well, not according to Dimitri. Dimitri has no magical powers, by all appearances he’s human. Except he’s not. He’s a genie. Dimitri was born with the genie bond in his blood like his father before him and his father before him and so on. Of course if there’s a genie bond then there’s also the master bond – those who can control the genies. The Walkers have held the master bond over Dimitri’s family for as long as he can remember. The way it works is pretty simple. Karl Walker can summon Dimitri at any time and once he says those three little words “this I wish”, it’s on. A slight humming in the head of the genie guarantees that the wish will be fulfilled, because if it the humming in his head overtakes him, possibly killing him.
It’s an interesting take on an old legend. Only the head of the family line can hold the master bond, once that person is gone is moves on to the heir or the next family member if there is no heir. Same for the genie bond. This is the only life that Dimitri has ever known, ever cared to know. Until he meets Syd.
I was a little wary of Syd when she first arrived. It just seemed to perfect in the ‘right place, right time’ sort of thing. And ultimately it did end being one hell of a coincidence, it wasn’t in the way I expected it. Let’s just say there’s more to her than meets the eye.
The story in itself was interesting. Genie falls in love with human but realizes that he will most likely never be able to have a relationship with her because of his bond. I mean, how does one explain disappearing out of thin air? And also a past of murder, kidnapping, and burglary? Especially if one is under compulsion where he can’t reveal what he is to people. Poor Dimitri, his life is just so complicated. And then there’s Karl Walker. What does he want? What is his end goal? Why are his wishes increasing in quantity and intensity? What used to be a summons every few weeks or so has become one a day, if not more.
The story and the writing style kept me interested. I wanted to know more about the origins of the genie/master bond but since this is the first in the series, I’m hoping we will get to know more in future installments. I was more interested in that then the love story. It was a little awkward and hard to see why they came together. I didn’t want for them as much as I wanted Dim to be free.
Off to read the second.
momwithareadingproblem's review
5.0
Summoned by [a:Rainy Kaye|7791215|Rainy Kaye|https://www.goodreads.com/assets/nophoto/user/u_50x66-d9f6a4a5badfda0f69e70cc94d962125.png] is a unique, fast-paced, action-packed fantasy about a young-man with a genie bond and what happens when his master asks him to do the impossible. Dimitri is twenty-three years old and doesn't know what it is like to live on independently. He lives his life under multiple aliases and as for love, it's all about one-night stands. That is until he meets Sydney, Syd for short. He can't get enough of her quick-wit, but she also has secrets. When her secrets meet his, the story becomes an all-out thriller that I couldn't sit down!
I loved the concept of this story! For me, this is the first story I've ever read about a genie (unless you include the short stories in Arabian Nights). Do not get this confused with the cute lovable Robin Williams's genie in Aladdin. This story is dark and twisted, and definitely not for younger readers! Dimitri is the main character and the story is told from his perspective. At fifteen, he inherited the genie-bond when his father died. His family as far back as anyone can remember has served the Walker family, and Karl Walker is the epitome of evil in this book. All he needs to say is "This I wish" and Dimitri is forced to do his service, which includes thieving, kidnapping, murder, and the occasional arson.
But what truly makes this story are the characters. Dimitri is written so well that his struggles are believable. It makes you think what would you do in his situation. He creates stories about the people he hurts for Karl to make it easier on his conscience. Yes he's a killer, but not by choice and the author makes that very clear in Dim's struggles. As for Syd, she is also a very secretive girl and her revelation blew my mind. Yet the relationship she builds with Dim is a little hard for me to grasp. I've never been in her shoes, so I can't say that I'd keep going back to a man that was repeatedly mean to me in his attempts to push me away, but she does. And it's this that makes her character likable to me. I guess because we are in Dim's head and see his struggle, I'd like to think that Syd sees it too and genuinely wants to help the poor guy.
As for the plot, there are so many twists and turns that I just couldn't keep them straight until the author tied them together in a nice, bloody bow! This story is truly about the genie-master bond and how Dim will escape it, if that's even possible. The journey to get to that point is fraught with murder, bombings, and quite a bit of romance as Dim tries to bury in his mind what Karl has forced him to do.
Overall, I truly enjoyed this book, probably more than I should have. I loved Dim's struggling character and Syd's secrets, but I also loved the story in general. Such a dark and twisted action-packed fantasy/romance, and even though it is listed as book one of the series it can be a standalone read. No cliffhanger! But readers be warned there is strong language, multiple sexual encounters, and violence (lots of violence!), so I would recommend this book for a mature audience and definitely those over 18. However, if you like a story that will make you think and take you into a whole new world (pun intended) you should really give it a go.
I loved the concept of this story! For me, this is the first story I've ever read about a genie (unless you include the short stories in Arabian Nights). Do not get this confused with the cute lovable Robin Williams's genie in Aladdin. This story is dark and twisted, and definitely not for younger readers! Dimitri is the main character and the story is told from his perspective. At fifteen, he inherited the genie-bond when his father died. His family as far back as anyone can remember has served the Walker family, and Karl Walker is the epitome of evil in this book. All he needs to say is "This I wish" and Dimitri is forced to do his service, which includes thieving, kidnapping, murder, and the occasional arson.
But what truly makes this story are the characters. Dimitri is written so well that his struggles are believable. It makes you think what would you do in his situation. He creates stories about the people he hurts for Karl to make it easier on his conscience. Yes he's a killer, but not by choice and the author makes that very clear in Dim's struggles. As for Syd, she is also a very secretive girl and her revelation blew my mind. Yet the relationship she builds with Dim is a little hard for me to grasp. I've never been in her shoes, so I can't say that I'd keep going back to a man that was repeatedly mean to me in his attempts to push me away, but she does. And it's this that makes her character likable to me. I guess because we are in Dim's head and see his struggle, I'd like to think that Syd sees it too and genuinely wants to help the poor guy.
As for the plot, there are so many twists and turns that I just couldn't keep them straight until the author tied them together in a nice, bloody bow! This story is truly about the genie-master bond and how Dim will escape it, if that's even possible. The journey to get to that point is fraught with murder, bombings, and quite a bit of romance as Dim tries to bury in his mind what Karl has forced him to do.
Overall, I truly enjoyed this book, probably more than I should have. I loved Dim's struggling character and Syd's secrets, but I also loved the story in general. Such a dark and twisted action-packed fantasy/romance, and even though it is listed as book one of the series it can be a standalone read. No cliffhanger! But readers be warned there is strong language, multiple sexual encounters, and violence (lots of violence!), so I would recommend this book for a mature audience and definitely those over 18. However, if you like a story that will make you think and take you into a whole new world (pun intended) you should really give it a go.
tkreeves's review
5.0
This was a beautifully written piece, and captured my attention from the beginning. It was very different from much of the other paranormal/fantasy books that I've read, and it was a welcomed reprieve. I can't wait for more from this author!
wilovebooks's review
5.0
Loved this one from the very first line. You can tell right away that the main character isn't a particularly nice guy, but you can't help but be drawn into the story. Dimitri was born into a line of genies. It is interesting unraveling the story and figuring out all the details. This is a dark story and different from anything I've read. There is a love story that seems hopeless, unexpected twists, and an excellent ending. I loved it beginning to end.
lpcoolgirl's review
5.0
Oh, my, this was such a fantastic book! And the 2nd book about genies in 12 months, so yeah, definitely fits with the unique factor that I love!!! And yeah, what a great, freaking, complex, wonderful book!
rayne's review
2.0
I read this a part of the Pandora Collection.
I am at a loss with this review. I don't know if I enjoyed this book or not. I did skim in places because it got a bit wordy but a couple of times I was absorbed in the storyline. Whether it was the genie aspect I had a hard time grasping or the character of Dimitri I'm unsure. Not a waste of time though.
I am at a loss with this review. I don't know if I enjoyed this book or not. I did skim in places because it got a bit wordy but a couple of times I was absorbed in the storyline. Whether it was the genie aspect I had a hard time grasping or the character of Dimitri I'm unsure. Not a waste of time though.
eternity21's review
3.0
Dimitri is a Jinn who is working for the current Master a multimillionaire Karl Walker. Dimitri has to do whatever Karl wants him to or the hum in his head gets more painful. He has accepted his lot in life until he meets Syd in a bar. Then Karl has Dimitri going on back to back jobs getting more and more dangerous. Dimitri wants to find a way to keep Syd and still survive his dangerous lifestyle.
The first half of the book was mostly sex and graphic violence. It really started to get old and I was about to give up on it. then the plot came in and I couldn't put it down. The ending was really great. Now I am looking forward to the next book which I also have to review.
The first half of the book was mostly sex and graphic violence. It really started to get old and I was about to give up on it. then the plot came in and I couldn't put it down. The ending was really great. Now I am looking forward to the next book which I also have to review.
somecharm's review
4.0
Summoned follows a 23-year-old genie named Dimitri - who, in typical genie fashion - is bound by his master to fulfill wishes. The twist is that Dimitri's master isn't limited to just 3 but has no limit.
The story opens with Dimitri fulfilling a kidnapping request followed by his inevitable rest period directly after - where he meets Syd in a dive bar. From there the story just gets a little weird - Dimitri takes Syd home and they end up having sex literally right away (nothing against it cause whatever floats your boat right?) But it was practically as soon as they got in Dimitri's house.
For a book that generally is considered fantasy with a bit of romance thrown in there's an awful lot of sex and it's rushed sex - almost as if the author felt a little weird writing the scenes - Syd is all kinds of crazy stalker as well, like she steals his number from his phone, turns up on his doorstep unannounced and threatens to slash his tires kinda crazy.
The master - Karl - is an millionaire arse. I have nothing good to say about him whatsoever. Generally, Dimitri can rest for a day or two before Karl makes another wish but Karl starts to make make a new wish every day - Silvia is Karl's daughter and she screams spoiled rich girl who wants to breed with Dimitri - her inheritance.
It's all kinds of messed up.
Dimitri does a job for Karl and goes home to rest only to get a call from Stalker Syd going a little crazy on him for abandoning her - I forgot to mention that when Karl wants a wish he summons Dimitri to a chamber - the following day after yet more rushed sex Karl has another wish for Dimitri where he has to steal a safe - only he fails.
When Dimitri fails to fulfill a wish the buzz in his head grows and he ends up getting a really bad migraine until he fulfills his wish or pigs fly and Karl recant the wish.
Syd is all kinds of crazy. I don't think much of her character at all, it's like she's got her heart invested after a one night stand and then goes crazy everyone Dimitri doesn't do what she expects him to do.
They've been having sex - not even dating - for what feels like 2 days but is more like 3 weeks or so. Little cray cray.
Silvia Walker is also all kinds of crazy - she wants to breed with Dimitri even if it's against his wishes, she murders small furry animals and she smokes like a chimney. She's got it into her head that Dimitri is the love of her life even though he makes it abundantly clear that he can't stand the sight of her. To make matters worse, she finds out that her daddy is trying to sire a son to make sure she doesn't receive her inheritance.
Although it's a very good concept - a power hungry, slightly crazy millionaire with his own personal genie to fulfill any and every wish he wants - there was just something missing. I don't know maybe the book was too short and the story was a little rushed for me, the insta-love between Dimitri and Syd bugged the ever-loving crap out of me.
The story as a whole was just too rushed for my tastes and at times I didn't get why something was happening or why Dimitri sounded like a stupid teenager, or why for an "all-powerful" master Karl was an absolute douchebag about a lot of stuff.Like wishing Dimitri kills Syd for one - what's his deal?
It had one hell of a twist at the end though. I didn't expect that all which is what pushed this review up from a 3 to a 3.5.
The story opens with Dimitri fulfilling a kidnapping request followed by his inevitable rest period directly after - where he meets Syd in a dive bar. From there the story just gets a little weird - Dimitri takes Syd home and they end up having sex literally right away (nothing against it cause whatever floats your boat right?) But it was practically as soon as they got in Dimitri's house.
For a book that generally is considered fantasy with a bit of romance thrown in there's an awful lot of sex and it's rushed sex - almost as if the author felt a little weird writing the scenes - Syd is all kinds of crazy stalker as well, like she steals his number from his phone, turns up on his doorstep unannounced and threatens to slash his tires kinda crazy.
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The master - Karl - is an millionaire arse. I have nothing good to say about him whatsoever. Generally, Dimitri can rest for a day or two before Karl makes another wish but Karl starts to make make a new wish every day - Silvia is Karl's daughter and she screams spoiled rich girl who wants to breed with Dimitri - her inheritance.
It's all kinds of messed up.
Dimitri does a job for Karl and goes home to rest only to get a call from Stalker Syd going a little crazy on him for abandoning her - I forgot to mention that when Karl wants a wish he summons Dimitri to a chamber - the following day after yet more rushed sex Karl has another wish for Dimitri where he has to steal a safe - only he fails.
When Dimitri fails to fulfill a wish the buzz in his head grows and he ends up getting a really bad migraine until he fulfills his wish or pigs fly and Karl recant the wish.
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Syd is all kinds of crazy. I don't think much of her character at all, it's like she's got her heart invested after a one night stand and then goes crazy everyone Dimitri doesn't do what she expects him to do.
"You're just gone so much." Syd's voice sounds so empty and hollow. "I never really know when you'll be back, what you're doing, or anything at all. I don't want to be that needy girlfriend, but it's so frustrating. I know it was meant to be casual, but I thought it could be... more. I just wanted some way to know you were thinking of me."
They've been having sex - not even dating - for what feels like 2 days but is more like 3 weeks or so. Little cray cray.
Silvia Walker is also all kinds of crazy - she wants to breed with Dimitri even if it's against his wishes, she murders small furry animals and she smokes like a chimney. She's got it into her head that Dimitri is the love of her life even though he makes it abundantly clear that he can't stand the sight of her. To make matters worse, she finds out that her daddy is trying to sire a son to make sure she doesn't receive her inheritance.
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Although it's a very good concept - a power hungry, slightly crazy millionaire with his own personal genie to fulfill any and every wish he wants - there was just something missing. I don't know maybe the book was too short and the story was a little rushed for me, the insta-love between Dimitri and Syd bugged the ever-loving crap out of me.
The story as a whole was just too rushed for my tastes and at times I didn't get why something was happening or why Dimitri sounded like a stupid teenager, or why for an "all-powerful" master Karl was an absolute douchebag about a lot of stuff.Like wishing Dimitri kills Syd for one - what's his deal?
It had one hell of a twist at the end though. I didn't expect that all which is what pushed this review up from a 3 to a 3.5.
I'm no longer Leo, or Alan, or Alex.
I'm Dimitri.
And I'm free.