A review by laurenjodi
How To Date Your Dragon by Molly Harper
5.0
How to Date Your Dragon
4.5 Stars
Jillian Ramsay, an anthropologist for the League for Interspecies Cooperation, is sent to the small town of Mystic Bayou, Louisiana to study the residents as they are the only town comprised of diverse species from humans to witches to shifters of various kinds. Upon arrival, Jillian is immediately off-kilter as the sexy local sheriff, Bael Boone, makes no bones about his objection to the study. The situation is exacerbated when locals who have spoken to Jillian turn up dead.
This is a delightful romp with relatable characters (despite their otherworldly abilities), a charming romance, and an exciting suspense plot.
The basic premise of a town in the middle of nowhere in which supernaturals and humans live together in harmony is very intriguing. The history of the town and many of its residents are fleshed out very well for such a short read. One of the highlights is Harper's incorporation of classic mythological elements within her characterization, such as the dragon's hoard.
The romance between Bael and Jillian gets off to a rocky start, but they are both likeable and their interactions are entertaining. One minor issue is the sudden transition from adversaries to lovers -.
The mystery surrounding the murder of several residents is well done although it is pretty easy to guess both the culprit and the motive once the connection between the victims becomes clear. That said the climax and resolution are exciting and satisfying.
All in all, a fun beginning to the series and I look forward to reading more about the quirky residents of Mystic Bayou. One a final note, Amanda Ronconi's narration is wonderful but the male narrator, Jonathan Davis, takes some getting used to.
4.5 Stars
Jillian Ramsay, an anthropologist for the League for Interspecies Cooperation, is sent to the small town of Mystic Bayou, Louisiana to study the residents as they are the only town comprised of diverse species from humans to witches to shifters of various kinds. Upon arrival, Jillian is immediately off-kilter as the sexy local sheriff, Bael Boone, makes no bones about his objection to the study. The situation is exacerbated when locals who have spoken to Jillian turn up dead.
This is a delightful romp with relatable characters (despite their otherworldly abilities), a charming romance, and an exciting suspense plot.
The basic premise of a town in the middle of nowhere in which supernaturals and humans live together in harmony is very intriguing. The history of the town and many of its residents are fleshed out very well for such a short read. One of the highlights is Harper's incorporation of classic mythological elements within her characterization, such as the dragon's hoard.
The romance between Bael and Jillian gets off to a rocky start, but they are both likeable and their interactions are entertaining. One minor issue is the sudden transition from adversaries to lovers -
Spoiler
one minute they are having a conversation and the next they are having sex on a pile of goldThe mystery surrounding the murder of several residents is well done although it is pretty easy to guess both the culprit and the motive once the connection between the victims becomes clear. That said the climax and resolution are exciting and satisfying.
All in all, a fun beginning to the series and I look forward to reading more about the quirky residents of Mystic Bayou. One a final note, Amanda Ronconi's narration is wonderful but the male narrator, Jonathan Davis, takes some getting used to.