dodgeremerson's review
2.0
Beginning Thoughts: This is the author that I read because I need something to turn my brain off once and awhile. Her Black London books are better than her Luna Wilder series, but that isn't saying very much. So, going into this novel, I don't expect a lot.
Pg. 43: Her writing has gotten a little better, but it still feels like she's trying to hard to make Pete a nonchalant character. And the Order of the Hammer? I don't believe I have read about it in her other Black London novels, so that was kind of an out-of-the-blue addition. Which I don't like. Plus, we're on the third novel and her mother is just SUDDENLY appearing? Bleh.
Pg. 43: Her writing has gotten a little better, but it still feels like she's trying to hard to make Pete a nonchalant character. And the Order of the Hammer? I don't believe I have read about it in her other Black London novels, so that was kind of an out-of-the-blue addition. Which I don't like. Plus, we're on the third novel and her mother is just SUDDENLY appearing? Bleh.
jazzrizz's review
4.0
I love this series. It's dark and gritty, with no clear cut black and white decisions.
In this 3rd book of the series, Pete is one her own and everything is spiraling out of her control. She's missing Jack and trying to carry on by herself . . . and well, it's not working out so hot for her.
There are so many forces gunning for Pete in this book. The decisions and outcomes in this book kept me on my toes, and after the cliffhanger at the end . . . I can't wait to see what's in store next!
In this 3rd book of the series, Pete is one her own and everything is spiraling out of her control. She's missing Jack and trying to carry on by herself . . . and well, it's not working out so hot for her.
There are so many forces gunning for Pete in this book. The decisions and outcomes in this book kept me on my toes, and after the cliffhanger at the end . . . I can't wait to see what's in store next!
st4r's review
4.0
And now for my crappy, short review for my own sake when looked upon in retrospect:
In short, my favorite part of this book was Pete's deal with Belial. It's nice to see Pete do something for which she would have shamed Jack. I know he did some pretty awkward things, but he has continually done these things FOR PETE'S SAKE. I'm growing weary of her righteous attitude and I want to see what she has to do to appease Belial.
My least favorite aspect of the book? So. Much. Change. Really, what hasn't changed in this book? Jack and Pete are both different. Their dynamic is different. Jack's goal is the same -- save Pete, be with Pete -- while Pete's goal is a bit more save-the-worldish. I am well aware that drama needs to occur between these two characters in order for plot progression, but there was just something amiss about the book. I don't know exactly what it was, however. I love reading the Black London series and I love Kittredge's writing style, but I just wasn't as pleased with this book as I was with the former two.
I'm looking forward to the next book, despite the fact that I am kind of angsty about pregnancy stories. I love Jack's voice!
In short, my favorite part of this book was Pete's deal with Belial. It's nice to see Pete do something for which she would have shamed Jack. I know he did some pretty awkward things, but he has continually done these things FOR PETE'S SAKE. I'm growing weary of her righteous attitude and I want to see what she has to do to appease Belial.
My least favorite aspect of the book? So. Much. Change. Really, what hasn't changed in this book? Jack and Pete are both different. Their dynamic is different. Jack's goal is the same -- save Pete, be with Pete -- while Pete's goal is a bit more save-the-worldish. I am well aware that drama needs to occur between these two characters in order for plot progression, but there was just something amiss about the book. I don't know exactly what it was, however. I love reading the Black London series and I love Kittredge's writing style, but I just wasn't as pleased with this book as I was with the former two.
I'm looking forward to the next book, despite the fact that I am kind of angsty about pregnancy stories. I love Jack's voice!
suzjustsuz's review
3.0
Wasn't too bad. Had trouble holding my attention. It left a few things outstanding but nothing that you couldn't end the series on if necessary.
I'll watch for the new release in August and probably pick it up. The world building is sound, the stories are pretty good, the approach and characters are gritty. The only real negative is lack of heat and passion. Not just erotica, but there's very little tension between the characters.
Spoiler
Pete is preggers and sitting down to tell Jack. She owes Belial a favor. Since the next book, due out in August 2011, is called Devil's Business I'm betting it will center around the favor owed to Belial.I'll watch for the new release in August and probably pick it up. The world building is sound, the stories are pretty good, the approach and characters are gritty. The only real negative is lack of heat and passion. Not just erotica, but there's very little tension between the characters.
stellar_raven's review
4.0
One of the things I like most about these books is the way the books alternate between showing the events that transpire from Pete and Jack's point of view. The first book was Pete's, the second was Jack's, this one is Pete's.
Anyway, this book is another wonderful entry in this series. I won't even try to explain the plot, because there's no way I could do it justice, but suffice it to say it is very intense, scary at time, yet still has all the wit of the previous three in the series. There were times I was sure that the situation facing both Pete and Jack could not possibly be resolved in a way I'd find satisfactory, and yet, the author managed to pull it off fantastically.
Pete and Jack continue to be one of my favorite leads in a book series I'm currently reading. Pete because she is total kickass yet manages to avoid most of the tropes for lead female characters in this genre, and on the flip side, the same could definitely be said for Jack.
I cannot wait for the next book in the series!
Anyway, this book is another wonderful entry in this series. I won't even try to explain the plot, because there's no way I could do it justice, but suffice it to say it is very intense, scary at time, yet still has all the wit of the previous three in the series. There were times I was sure that the situation facing both Pete and Jack could not possibly be resolved in a way I'd find satisfactory, and yet, the author managed to pull it off fantastically.
Pete and Jack continue to be one of my favorite leads in a book series I'm currently reading. Pete because she is total kickass yet manages to avoid most of the tropes for lead female characters in this genre, and on the flip side, the same could definitely be said for Jack.
I cannot wait for the next book in the series!
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