anita_mv's review against another edition
3.0
Este primer libro, oficialmente hablando, de la saga Cazadores oscuros, ha sido bastante entretenido de leer. Por fin conocí quiénes son los cazadores oscuros y a qué se dedican aunque tengo muchas preguntas todavía sobre el mundo que ha creado la autora. Los personajes me han gustado bastante y me encantó que saliera Julián de nuevo, pero el que más curiosidad me ha dejado es Aquerón y aún me faltan muchos libros para llegar al suyo. supongo que dentro de poco seguiré con la saga a ver si entiendo un poquito más la creación de los Cazadores, los apolitas y si sale algún dios cabreado mejor.
ana_mv's review against another edition
3.0
Este primer libro, oficialmente hablando, de la saga Cazadores oscuros, ha sido bastante entretenido de leer. Por fin conocí quiénes son los cazadores oscuros y a qué se dedican aunque tengo muchas preguntas todavía sobre el mundo que ha creado la autora. Los personajes me han gustado bastante y me encantó que saliera Julián de nuevo, pero el que más curiosidad me ha dejado es Aquerón y aún me faltan muchos libros para llegar al suyo. supongo que dentro de poco seguiré con la saga a ver si entiendo un poquito más la creación de los Cazadores, los apolitas y si sale algún dios cabreado mejor.
lilianap's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
bmzhang's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
lindaunconventionalbookworms's review against another edition
4.0
This was a really fun book to read! Different kinds of vampires, sorceresses, psychics, fights and some nice fluff. Just what I needed to read when I don't have to read poems or Platon ;)
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
Night Pleasures by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Book #1 in the Dark Hunters series.
4 Stars
Synopsis:
Unlike the other members of her family, Amanda Deveraux is not enamored of the supernatural. She is, therefore, unimpressed upon finding herself handcuffed to Kyrian of Thrace, a former Macedonian commander reincarnated as a vampire, or Dark Hunter, and sworn to protect humanity from soul-sucking demons. As they grow closer both emotionally and physically, Amanda and Kyrian must overcome their individual fears in order to rid the world of the dangerous demonic foe fixated on destroying them first.
Review:
Let me preface this review with a disclaimer that while I enjoy paranormal romances involving psychics, ghosts and shape shifters, I am not a fan of vampires. That said, I like the premise of the Dark Hunters perhaps because they are not vampires in the traditional sense, but rather creations established on the basis of Greek mythology, which is one of my academic interests.
The characters are endearing, especially Kyrian, whose tortured past contributed greatly to my enjoyment of the book. The world of the Dark Hunters is unique, intricate and imaginative, and I look forward to the incorporation of various mythologies in future installments. Unfortunately, Kenyon’s imagination does not extend to the formulaic storyline, or the insipid and clichéd descriptions of her male characters. There are also numerous references to popular culture, which may irritate some readers. Lastly, I was disappointed by the incongruity between the origins of the characters and their use of modern language, which seems inconsistent with their characterization. The reading experience would be better served if they used more period appropriate language and dialect.
Recommendation: Overall, this book is a solid beginning to the series and I recommend reading it.
Book #1 in the Dark Hunters series.
4 Stars
Synopsis:
Unlike the other members of her family, Amanda Deveraux is not enamored of the supernatural. She is, therefore, unimpressed upon finding herself handcuffed to Kyrian of Thrace, a former Macedonian commander reincarnated as a vampire, or Dark Hunter, and sworn to protect humanity from soul-sucking demons. As they grow closer both emotionally and physically, Amanda and Kyrian must overcome their individual fears in order to rid the world of the dangerous demonic foe fixated on destroying them first.
Review:
Let me preface this review with a disclaimer that while I enjoy paranormal romances involving psychics, ghosts and shape shifters, I am not a fan of vampires. That said, I like the premise of the Dark Hunters perhaps because they are not vampires in the traditional sense, but rather creations established on the basis of Greek mythology, which is one of my academic interests.
The characters are endearing, especially Kyrian, whose tortured past contributed greatly to my enjoyment of the book. The world of the Dark Hunters is unique, intricate and imaginative, and I look forward to the incorporation of various mythologies in future installments. Unfortunately, Kenyon’s imagination does not extend to the formulaic storyline, or the insipid and clichéd descriptions of her male characters. There are also numerous references to popular culture, which may irritate some readers. Lastly, I was disappointed by the incongruity between the origins of the characters and their use of modern language, which seems inconsistent with their characterization. The reading experience would be better served if they used more period appropriate language and dialect.
Recommendation: Overall, this book is a solid beginning to the series and I recommend reading it.
laurahadi's review
2.0
It was boring not fun it could have been better i dont recommend it but its not awfully so 2 stars is enough
geo_ix's review against another edition
5.0
Damn it, now I have to wait for the next book to be shipped to me. I'm loving this series so much. In some ways I'd say it's similar to BDB but that's only because they're both warriors fighting an evil race. Do I love it as much as BDB? At this point I think I might like it more, especially when I know there are different types, or sub races I guess you could say of their people. I love this concept and I see everyday how much fans of this book love all the books in the series. I know it's incredibly big, but because they're standalone series books it's exactly what I look for in a book. I can also sense I won't have the problem of repeat couples like in BDB and for that I'm thankful.
Now I'm off to order a few more books in this series and find something to read in the meantime. Boooooo.
Now I'm off to order a few more books in this series and find something to read in the meantime. Boooooo.
navyredrose's review against another edition
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
0.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Sexual harassment, Violence, Sexual content, Torture, Physical abuse, and Death
Moderate: Misogyny
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders