Review: Fun Urban Fantasy with Great Characters
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 3, 2013
*I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*Fairies in My Fireplace is a great urban fantasy. When I read the synopsis of the book and saw the cover, there was no doubt in my mind that I was reading it. I haven't read the first two books in the Monster Haven series, but you can bet that I will after how much I enjoyed this one. Make me cry and I may remember a book for a little while; make me laugh repeatedly, and I'm a devoted fan for life. I love the whole premise behind the Monster Haven series. Fairies in My Fireplace is exciting and so much fun to read.Zoey is an Aegis, a protector of the Hidden - monsters and mythological creatures of all shapes and sizes. I love Zoey's character. She's a strong female protagonist, with a great sense of humor, and fashion sense I can totally get behind. Zoey is a breath of fresh air in a world where so many protagonists take themselves a little too seriously. Romantic interest Riley is a reaper and a paramedic. I suppose the two could go hand in hand. I love Riley, he's such a great character: handsome, sweet, intelligent, and completely devoted to Zoey.The secondary characters are many and are really what moves the book from good to great. Maurice, the closet monster, is fantastic...I wish he'd move in with me to manage my household. Iris, a skunk-ape, guards Zoey's property. Kam, an escaped Djinn, seeks sanctuary with Zoey after she escapes her cruel master. Sara, Zoey's best friend and business partner, is a perfect foil for Zoey's more over the top ways. Darius, a mothman but not the Mothman, is creepy and cool at the same time. These characters are not just thrown in; they come with backstory and personalities that leap off the pages.Fairies in My Fireplace is difficult to put down once started. The pacing just keeps the reader turning the pages. I recommend this book to everyone 17+ that enjoys an endearing urban fantasy with memorable characters and an exciting plot.You can find this review and many more at [...]