Review: More Supernatural Freak! :D
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 06 28, 2014
This is a review for Louisa Klein's debut novel in a four book series based on the supernaturally talented Robyn Wise, a young Londoner in her early twenties. Supernatural Freak seems to straddle the paranormal and urban fantasy genres, with a hint of romantic interest.  I read an advance reader copy (ARC), but it is my understanding that due to the indie-published nature of Supernatural Freak, some changes had been made by the author based on reader/reviewer feedback.  There were a few grammar and narrative snags in the book, but I want to note that I had an advance reader copy (ARC), which is not usually heavily edited.  I am a reader who is able to move past the surface and into the beef of the story itself, and I think this helped me enjoy Supernatural Freak.  As an American, there were some phrases and terminology that I was unfamiliar with, but I do not think this negatively impacted the overall story delivery.I do not typically read urban fantasy or paranormal stories that fall outside of paranormal romance, but I am definitely a reader who will stretch a little outside her comfort zone. I finished this book in three days (I have to work, people!) and I am looking forward to the evolution that this series will take in the next book. Klein manages to present a leading character that is not a dishrag heroine, but not invincible, having received her own beatings and rescues through the course of the book. The supporting characters are enjoyable; each written with their own unique personalities and quirks, and it is easy to connect with the ragtag group of would-be heroes and heroines.Despite the usage of some races that are now common in the paranormal genre, Klein introduces her own spin on the dark side through The Cloud and the demons used by the evil entities in this book. A story that evolves with its characters, I was pleasantly surprised by the level of action and detail provided in this book. There were really no dull moments, and I think that the author provided just enough detail in each scene to keep readers who might have attention issues following along. I am anxious to see where the next book takes Robyn Wise, and what will happen between her and James? I would recommend this book for late teens and onward, with a note that there is generous swear word usage and mention of bedmates, but no physical contact outside of a kiss.I have read over a few reviews and I am a little bit surprised by the content.  Did not finish (DNF) should not be in a review, in my opinion, because if you did not finish the book then you have no leg to stand on for reviews.  If you found that the book was not to your taste, then who is to say it will not be favored by someone else?  I have a strong policy of not reviewing material that I am unable to finish, or material that I do not enjoy, and the two of those usually come in the same package.  While some individuals might be happy dropping reviews haphazardly into cyberspace, I encourage other readers to make their own decisions based on reliable sources and research as necessary for the best experience.Louisa Klein works on the Lost In Fiction website when she is not writing, and you can find her on Twitter and Facebook!http://www.lostinfiction.co.uk/?p=2612https://twitter.com/LOSTINFICTIONUKhttps://www.facebook.com/pages/Lost-In-Fiction/159814137389247If you enjoyed my reviews or you want to talk about books (I loooove talking about books) you can find me on my website, Facebook, or Twitter!http://www.romancereviewsbyruckie.com/https://www.facebook.com/ruckasaurusrexhttps://twitter.com/reviewsbyruckie