Review: Worth Your Time!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 3, 2013
First, I am a fan of the urban fantasy genre. That said, this book has much to offer and I believe would appeal to a much wider audience.  Although "Pierced" is marketed as urban fantasy, it is definitely character driven and focuses less on the supernatural than it does on the unique characters we meet along the way.I happened upon this book during one of my infrequent "freebies search marathons". (I find this is a great way to find new indie authors.) I was intrigued by the title, cover, and brief description. It quickly got lost in a group of about 20 books I downloaded that day. However, after finishing the latest Emperor's Edge Book, "Forged in Blood" by Lindsey Buroker (highly recommended series), I really wanted to start another urban fantasy series...enter "Pierced".  When I saw "Book 1" and revisited the book summary, I decided to give it a try.  I am so happy I did. However, I am extremely sad to know I must now wait for book #2!Without giving away too much, my first thought upon reading Pierce's self-description was that she looked and sounded a lot like Lisbeth from "Girl with the Dragon Tattoo". I always pictured that character as having Aspergers and being visually similar to Pierce as well. However, after delving deeper into the story I can tell you there is much more to Pierce and her backstory is both gripping and disturbing. I did get a bit bogged down at the start of the book when Pierce is going through her personal description. It's a tough call because the reader needs all that info. But at the same time, it slowed down the story and I found myself pushing through the details to get back to the action. I am so glad I continued reading!As I said, I am a fan of the genre and have read enough books to know a unique story when I read one. This is one of those books.  While largely a story about a group of misfits, the author is able to convey the emotions and actions of the various characters in a way that is relatable and familiar. And while there are supernatural beings including sorcerers, vampires, and werewolves, included in the story, they are not the central theme of the book. Rather, this is a book about an unusual girl, with unusual abilities, trying to keep herself and her young companion, Mia, alive while trying to provide as "normal" an existence for Mia as she can. The story that unfolds is compelling and left me wanting more! I'm thrilled to be adding a new, up and coming indie author to my growing list of "must reads"! I can't wait for book #2 where I am hoping we will be exploring more of the supernatural abilities of this cast of characters as well as a possible romantic connection between Pierce and Lucas!