Death's Rival

Jane Yellowrock, Book 5

By: Faith Hunter

Narrated by: Khristine Hvam

Length: 14 hrs and 11 mins

Publisher's summary

Jane Yellowrock is a shapeshifting skinwalker you don’t want to cross - especially if you’re one of the undead....

For a vampire killer like Jane, having Leo Pellisier as a boss took some getting used to. But now, someone is out to take his place as Master Vampire of the city of New Orleans, and is not afraid to go through Jane to do it. After an attack that’s tantamount to a war declaration, Leo knows his rival is both powerful and vicious, but Leo’s not about to run scared. After all, he has Jane. But then, a plague strikes, one that takes down vampires and makes their masters easy prey.

Now, to uncover the identity of the vamp who wants Leo’s territory, and to find the cause of the vamp-plague, Jane will have to go to extremes...and maybe even to war.

©2012 Faith Hunter (P)2012 Audible, Inc.

Lots of Twisting Happening

When I thought these books couldn’t get any better than the last one; they prove me wrong!
I really enjoyed book 4 (Raven Curse) a lot! However, after listening to this one, I was amazed how good it was. I was on the edge of my seat since the book started & had to remind myself to breath. I just couldn’t stop listening to find out what happened next. Although I will admit that some of the story, I was sort of able to predict would, but not in the way I thought it would.
Well, at least not the love story part. I definitely, figured that situation was going to (mostly) happen the way it did. The rest of the story though was awesome! And the ending…I was like !!!…and then like ???…and then like…!!! Lol!
I don’t want to spoil it for anyone who hasn’t read the book(s) up to this point yet. I will say that this book had more Vamps, Magic, a whole lot more fighting, & Jane Yellowrock causing more problems than she can shake Her/Beast’s tail at. ;)
I sure hope Jane & Beast can survive long enough to figure out what to do next. *wink & grin*

Best of the series by far!

What made the experience of listening to Death's Rival the most enjoyable?

Great story and great narration. I finished this book late at night and I was so hyped up I couldn't fall asleep. I wanted more. I have really enjoyed all the books in this series but I found this story more suspenseful. I loved it.

What other book might you compare Death's Rival to and why?

It is hard to compare this book to another I have read because of the main character's duel nature. The Alfa Omega series by Patricia Briggs, also a great series, has a bit of this with Charles and Brother Wolf. Charles is also influenced by his Native American heritage. While they are very different in many ways, if you like Mercy Thompson and/or Alfa Omega by Patricia Briggs I bet you will like Jane Yellowrock too, but I suggest starting with book one.

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

I think Ms. Hvam does a great job bringing Beast to life. I just don't think I would ever have fully understood the Jane/Beast relationship without her masterful narration.

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

There is always a chuckle or two in a Jane Yellowrock book but this one put a lump in my throat more that once. That surprised me.

Any additional comments?

I just hope Faith Hunter will write #6 fast, fast, fast!

ANOTHER GREAT ADVENTURE!

I am waiting anxiously for book 6! I really like all the accents and all of the twists and turns of this book's journey. I enjoyed the humor and sarcasm of Jane and of Beast. I think Rick wimped out! And I can't wait to see what Beast is going to do with the Master of the city in the next book :)

This book sent me into peroxisomes of glee!

Faith Hunter and Christine Hvam are a pairing made in audio heaven!
Jane and Beast never disappoint but in this book they also have some surprises. Jane learns some hard lessions and we get introduced to some very interesting new characters.
If I am not imagining things there is some foreshadowing going on in the beginning that may be relevant later. I love this series so much that it's one of the few I will listen to several times.

Faith Hunter has done it again!

I have loved this series from book 1, Skinwalker, bring on 2013 for the next book, Blood Trade!

Another Good One

What made the experience of listening to Death's Rival the most enjoyable?

I really enjoy the story and characters...

What other book might you compare Death's Rival to and why?

It's hard to say, I can't really think of anything that close. Different authors have different personalities, so they all have something unique.

What about Khristine Hvam’s performance did you like?

I love her, she is awesome in the different voices. Thanks

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

Oh definatly, it is great.

Any additional comments?

Cant wait for the next one.

great new characters and twists!

Would you consider the audio edition of Death's Rival to be better than the print version?

absolutely!

Who was your favorite character and why?

the kid; stinky

What about Khristine Hvam’s performance did you like?

the changes in character dialog and that great american cow girl accent she gives jane

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

no, i put it on while i clean the house

This is an amazing series!!

The writing is perfect.
The characters are enjoyable, entertaining an intriguing.
The performance is perfect.
Can't say enough. I find myself buying the next book before I finish the current book.

Great Listen

Would you listen to Death's Rival again? Why?

The Jane Yellowrock series was wonderful. I am truly hoping that series will continue.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Breast is my favorite character.

What about Khristine Hvam’s performance did you like?

The narrator is excellent. Her voice bleeds life to each character.

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

There were many times that I laughed out loud. This book is definite worth the credit.

Any additional comments?

I am waiting anxiously on the next installment.

One of the best yet

I am not sure why I enjoyed this as much or more than any of the others, but I felt invested and anxious about the events as the unfolded. I enjoyed it all, and it didn't seem tired or predictable like some series become at this point. Can't wait for the next!