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favorite authors in no particular order are: Charlaine Harris, Darynda Jones, Gena Showalter, Kim Harrison, Karen Chance,Karen Marie Moning,Laurell k Hamilton (books 1-10),Stacia Kane, Katie Macalister,Patricia Briggs Jeaniene Frost, Ilona Andrews and Nicole Peeler

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  • Halfway to the Grave: Night Huntress, Book 1

    • UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 17 mins)
    • By Jeaniene Frost
    • Narrated By Tavia Gilbert
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (4070)
    Performance
    (2482)
    Story
    (2498)

    Half-vampire Catherine Crawfield is going after the undead with a vengeance, hoping that one of these deadbeats is her father—the one responsible for ruining her mother's life. Then she's captured by Bones, a vampire bounty hunter, and is forced into an unlikely partnership. In exchange for help finding her father, Cat agrees to train with the sexy night stalker until her battle reflexes are as sharp as his fangs. She's amazed she doesn't end up as his dinner…are there actually good vampires?

    Benoibe says: "Surprised! SPECTACULAR AND SEXY!"
    "a lot of fun!"
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    This is a real fun read! The female character is strong and funny. There is plenty of action where she kicks butt! I felt the story was different enough that it really kept my interest. The sequel is really good too! Worth the credit!

    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Magic Bleeds: Kate Daniels, Book 4

    • UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 7 mins)
    • By Ilona Andrews
    • Narrated By Renée Raudman
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (966)
    Performance
    (482)
    Story
    (492)

    Atlanta would be a nice place to live, if it weren't for the magic. When the magic is up, rogue mages cast their spells and monsters appear, while guns refuse to fire and cars fail to start. But then technology returns, and the magic recedes as unpredictably as it arose. Kate Daniels works for the Order of Knights of Merciful Aid, officially as a liaison with the mercenary guild. Unofficially, she cleans up the paranormal problems no one else wants to handle - especially if they involve Atlanta's shapeshifting community.

    Leslie says: "GREAT BOOK, Perfect Narrator!"
    "everything you could want in a book and more"
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    i would recommend this book and the series, you need to start with book one. it is action, mystery/suspense, drama, romance (hot), and FUN!


    Any additional comments?

    This is the best in the series, i think every book has been better and better. i love the action and Renee Raudman does a great job with the narration. She is excellent with the delivery of sarcasm. i love a good edgy,witty sarcastic strong female lead! This book has great sexual tension too. Things get kinda hot in this one!

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Twice Tempted: A Night Prince Novel, Book 2

    • UNABRIDGED (8 hrs and 16 mins)
    • By Jeaniene Frost
    • Narrated By Tavia Gilbert
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (701)
    Performance
    (660)
    Story
    (665)

    Leila's psychic abilities have been failing her, and now she isn't sure what the future holds. If that weren't enough, her lover, Vlad, has been acting distant. Though Leila is a mere mortal, she's also a modern woman who refuses to accept the cold-shoulder treatment forever - especially from the darkly handsome vampire who still won't admit that he loves her.... Soon circumstances send Leila back to the carnival circuit, where tragedy strikes.

    Hassan says: "A Book FULL of events and actions"
    "more please!"
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    If you could sum up Twice Tempted in three words, what would they be?

    better and better


    Have you listened to any of Tavia Gilbert’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    Tavia Gilbert is a terrific narrator. she just gets it. she gets the wit,sarcasim, romance, how to distinguish between characters, flow and what as listeners we hope for in a performance. love her.


    Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

    yes, and i almost did.


    Any additional comments?

    this is a great sequel, better than the first book. Jeaniene Frost is so much fun to read. i love her sense of humor and she keeps things hot too.

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Beauty Awakened: Angels of the Dark, Book 2

    • UNABRIDGED (11 hrs and 35 mins)
    • By Gena Showalter
    • Narrated By Max Bellmore
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (84)
    Performance
    (78)
    Story
    (79)

    His name is Koldo. He is scarred, powerful, his control legendary - and he lives only for vengeance against the angel who viciously removed his wings. But if he yields to the forces of hatred, he will be eternally damned. Nicola Lane was born with a defective heart, yet this fragile human shows surprising strength as demons stalk her every move, determined to end her. She is the key to Koldo' deliverance...and his downfall.

    CAROLYN says: "Awesomelicious - it's happy & sad as good vs bad"
    "really good but..."
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    yes, i would recommend this series. this is the second book in the series, i really like the action and the characters that gena showalter writes about. I really like the romance...BUT i guess i am so used to the lords of the underworld series being so romantic AND sexy that i felt after all the build up when they main characters finally got together it fell flat. the romance of the characters and the story was very present and i love that, the characters themselves are sexy, the build up is so fun, i just thought compared to the other books it was almost a side note, in this one, the final get together wasn't epic.
    i still love the series and the world gena showalter brings to life and will wait anxiously for the next. worth the credit!!


    What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

    leaves you anxiously waiting for the next book


    Which character – as performed by Max Bellmore – was your favorite?

    hard to say, he REALLY does a great job with the male voices!


    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Magic Strikes: Kate Daniels, Book 3

    • UNABRIDGED (10 hrs and 50 mins)
    • By Ilona Andrews
    • Narrated By Renée Raudman
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (928)
    Performance
    (496)
    Story
    (501)

    Drafted into working for the Order of Merciful Aid, mercenary Kate Daniels has more paranormal problems than she knows what to do with. But when Kate's werewolf friend Derek is discovered nearly dead, she must confront her greatest challenge yet. As her investigation leads her to the Midnight Games---an invitation-only, no-holds-barred, ultimate preternatural fighting tournament---she and Curran, the Beast Lord, uncover a dark plot that may forever alter the face of Atlanta's shapeshifting community.

    Jeanine says: "Fantastic Listen!!"
    "Best so far, glad i started this series!"
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    What did you love best about Magic Strikes?

    i love the action and the tension between the differnet characters, great fun!


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    i love our complicated heroine Kate! i love her sarcasim, bravery, vulnerability and humor


    What does Renée Raudman bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    She is excellent at bringing Kate to life, delivers her wit well, and there is definate distinction between all of the different characters


    Any additional comments?

    This is a really fun and totally worth the credits series, start with book one because you need the backstory.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Ever After: The Hollows, Book 11

    • UNABRIDGED (18 hrs and 36 mins)
    • By Kim Harrison
    • Narrated By Marguerite Gavin
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (917)
    Performance
    (822)
    Story
    (826)

    The ever after, the demonic realm that parallels our own, is shrinking, and if it disappears, so does all magic. It’s up to witch-turned-daywalking-demon Rachel Morgan to fix the ever-after before the fragile balance between magic users and humans fails. Of course, there’s also the small fact that she caused the ley line to rip in the first place, and her life is forfeit unless she can fix it.

    Hassan says: "The best book yet!!!!"
    "really enjoyed"
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    What made the experience of listening to Ever After the most enjoyable?

    the narration is really good and this installment in the series had a lot of good developements with the characters


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    i really can't get enough of Al and Biz


    Which scene was your favorite?

    really liked the final fight towards the end


    Any additional comments?

    I think there are some interesting developements with the characters i like where this is going!!! especially with Biz and the babies. i don't want to give anything away but if you like this series you will enjoy this installment.

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Days of Blood & Starlight

    • UNABRIDGED (15 hrs and 25 mins)
    • By Laini Taylor
    • Narrated By Khristine Hvam
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (505)
    Performance
    (462)
    Story
    (466)

    In this stunning sequel to the highly acclaimed Daughter of Smoke and Bone, Karou must come to terms with who and what she is, and how far she'll go to avenge her people. Filled with heartbreak and beauty, mysteries and secrets, new characters and old favorites, Days of Blood and Starlight brings the richness, color and intensity of the first book to a brand new canvas.

    Katheryne says: "No Sophomore Slump here...Just wow!"
    "great sequel"
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    Where does Days of Blood & Starlight rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    i think this is an excellent sequel. i dont want to compare it to other audiobooks because i like many books for so many different reasons.


    What was one of the most memorable moments of Days of Blood & Starlight?

    i really liked the way it "ended". i can't wait for the next and i thought it was a good place to end this one. i don't want to be too descriptive because i don't want to spoil anything. it is very different from the first book. this one was more about the struggle and was darker.


    What about Khristine Hvam’s performance did you like?

    khristine hvam gave an excellent performance. her characters are all unique voices, i can tell them apart.


    Any additional comments?

    you really have to read the first book first, too much happened to start with second, the expierience would be ruined if you don't. this book was great, i thought the first was better, not because this one is a little darker and it was more about the inner struggle as well as the war that has been going on but becuase the beginning was a little slower and a good portion of the book is setting the stage for the next. several new characters, which was good mostly, but i was so anxious to hear more about the main characters i felt impatient, ridiculous i know, i am sure it will make the next book richer for the added characters. the second half of the book really picked up speed and i really liked where they ended this one. can't wait for the next. really recommend these books, excellent!

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Iced: A Dani O' Malley Novel, Book 1

    • UNABRIDGED (14 hrs and 51 mins)
    • By Karen Marie Moning
    • Narrated By Phil Gigante, Natalie Ross
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (611)
    Performance
    (556)
    Story
    (558)

    Dani "Mega" O’Malley plays by her own set of rules - and in a world overrun by Dark Fae, her biggest rule is: Do what it takes to survive. Possessing rare talents and the all-powerful Sword of Light, Dani is more than equipped for the task. In fact, she’s one of the few humans who can defend themselves against the Unseelie. But now, amid the pandemonium, her greatest gifts have turned into serious liabilities.

    amanda says: "WOW! All i can say is "Dude!""
    "Dude! Fehhking awesome!"
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    i would recommend this book! it is so much fun, the types of fae are creative and interesting. there is action, some humor, great tension, the narration is fantastic.


    What did you like best about this story?

    it is a continuation of characters from the Fever series. FANTASTIC series, you could read this book alone but there would be a little something missing, you should get the Fever series, it's worth starting there. There is significant back story, the first in the Fever series is good but they get better and better as you go, leaving you dying waiting for the next. i know this series Iced will be the same. it tied up part of the story but there is a cliff hanger at the end! Can't wait to see how Danni grows and what she'll do next!


    What does Phil Gigante and Natalie Ross bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    OMG!! SOOO MUCH! Phil Gigante's voice has been described as eargasmic...i really agree. EXCELLENT narration, Natalie Ross was very good too. you can tell the difference between all the female characters and she brought Danni's sass to life.


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    just hungry for the next book


    Any additional comments?

    i do have to point out that the lead female is only 14, she has a lot of life expierience that makes her a mega awesome warrior and seem older. i was slightly disturbed by the sexual interest other characters had for her. The best part is because of her age she pretty much didn't notice the interest, especially at first, and really had no interest of her own, was more about the kicking but and beginng mega awesome, no time for funny business!! love her character.

    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
  • Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet: Charley Davidson, Book 4

    • UNABRIDGED (9 hrs and 28 mins)
    • By Darynda Jones
    • Narrated By Lorelei King
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (805)
    Performance
    (729)
    Story
    (729)

    Sometimes being the grim reaper really is that. Grim. And since Charley’s last case went so awry, she has taken a couple months off to wallow in the wonders of self-pity. But when a woman shows up on her doorstep convinced someone is trying to kill her, Charley has to force herself to rise above. Or at least get dressed. She quickly realizes something is amiss when everyone the woman knows swears she’s insane.

    CAROLYN says: "AS SOON AS I HIT 'PLAY' I WAS TOTALLY ENTHRALLED!!"
    "finished in 2 days!"
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    Would you consider the audio edition of Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet to be better than the print version?

    definately better to listen to, Lorelei King is a fantastic narrator! She delivers the wit and sarcasim in her performance i am certain the way the authour intended! she does a great job with all the different characters.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    I love ALL the characters in these books but Charley is great


    What does Lorelei King bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    she brings the humor to life, she can deliver the sarcasim well!


    Any additional comments?

    These books are so much fun, they are differnent, funny, SEXY, and the mystery is good. you should listen starting with book one. they get better with each book!

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Chasing Magic

    • UNABRIDGED (12 hrs and 58 mins)
    • By Stacia Kane
    • Narrated By Bahni Turpin
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (109)
    Performance
    (102)
    Story
    (99)

    Magic-wielding Churchwitch and secret addict Chess Putnam knows better than anyone just how high a price people are willing to pay for a chemical rush. But when someone with money to burn and a penchant for black magic starts tampering with Downside’s drug supply, Chess realizes that the unlucky customers are paying with their souls—and taking the innocent with them, as the magic-infused speed compels them to kill in the most gruesome ways possible.

    The Book Nympho says: "LOVE LOVE this series!"
    "terrific series"
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    If you could sum up Chasing Magic in three words, what would they be?

    cant get enough


    What other book might you compare Chasing Magic to and why?

    i have compared these books to early laurell k hamilton in earlier reviews because this world is dark and messy. the crime scenes can be intense, these books are really good.


    What does Bahni Turpin bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    she is terrific, she reads slang smoothly and you can always tell the difference between the characters


    Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

    Chess is growing so much and i love her relationship with terrible


    Any additional comments?

    this series is well worth it, start from book 1. sometimes it is hard to take how hard the lead female is on herself, the self doubt and feeling of worthlessness, her drug use, but she is changing and growing and the stories are sooo worth it. i wouldn't like it as much if everything was perfect

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful
  • Sacrificial Magic: Downside Ghosts, Book 4

    • UNABRIDGED (13 hrs and 51 mins)
    • By Stacia Kane
    • Narrated By Bahni Turpin
    • Whispersync for Voice-ready
    Overall
    (143)
    Performance
    (132)
    Story
    (129)

    When Chess Putnam is ordered by an infamous crime boss—who also happens to be her drug dealer—to use her powers as a witch to solve a grisly murder involving dark magic, she knows she must rise to the challenge. Adding to the intensity, her boyfriend, Terrible, doesn’t trust her, and Lex, the son of a rival crime lord, is trying to reignite the old sparks between them.

    Lupdilup says: "JUST MAGIC!"
    "excellent series"
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    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    i would recommend this book, the series just gets better and better


    What did you like best about this story?

    i like that the characters are complicated


    Have you listened to any of Bahni Turpin’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    she is a terrific narrator, she brings these books to life, good with making each character stand out


    Any additional comments?

    this is a great series, you really need to start with book one, i think the reviews of book one are pretty accurate, check those out and give the series a shot!

    0 of 0 people found this review helpful

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