Review: A Reading the Paranormal Review
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 02 24, 2013
First off, I'm a sucker for funky re-imaginings of well known tales. From Hauk's injuries (horrific and terrible) to the fact that Jolie couldn't see past his scars at first to the complex interweaving of a world that uses both magic and machinery, it all worked for me. I'll also admit that knowing this is the first in a multi-book arc made me a little giddy because I'm crazy excited for MOAR TENSION between our hero and heroine. It also helped ease the sting of not getting a clear-cut HEA at the end of this one because now I'm imagining all the ways Hauk and Jolie can engage in the slow build up of a relationship as the series progresses.I really liked the idea of an undercity that's practically medieval below the hustle and bustle of a modern city. It tickled my fancy in a big way. Throw in a war vet with a spotty memory (Oh, HAUK!) and the accidentally abducted daughter of a Very Important Man and you have the recipe for more fun than you can shake a stick at. I liked Jolie, btw. I liked that it took her time to get past Hauk's burns and scars but once she did, she treated him just like she'd treat anyone else. Hauk, himself, was pretty awesome with his whole reluctant superhero persona. Plus, you have to love a guy who can hit a Berserker rage and save the girl without a second thought.Bottom line, knowing that there are more books to come (and more opportunities for sexy times!) helped cement my intense enjoyment in this book. The characters were fun, the bad guys were bad enough to make me happy, and the sexy time was definitely scorching. Fun fun fun.-Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal