Iced

Fever, Book 6

By: Karen Marie Moning

Narrated by: Phil Gigante, Natalie Ross

Length: 14 hrs and 46 mins

Publisher's summary

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.

Dani’s ex–best friend, MacKayla Lane, wants her dead, the terrifying Unseelie princes have put a price on her head, and Inspector Jayne, the head of the police force, is after her sword and will stop at nothing to get it. What’s more, people are being mysteriously frozen to death all over the city, encased on the spot in sub-zero, icy tableaux.

When Dublin’s most seductive nightclub gets blanketed in hoarfrost, Dani finds herself at the mercy of Ryodan, the club’s ruthless, immortal owner. He needs her quick wit and exceptional skill to figure out what’s freezing Fae and humans dead in their tracks - and Ryodan will do anything to ensure her compliance.

Dodging bullets, fangs, and fists, Dani must strike treacherous bargains and make desperate alliances to save her beloved Dublin - before everything and everyone in it gets iced.

©2012 Karen Marie Moning (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Enjoyable Listen

Would you consider the audio edition of Iced to be better than the print version?

No. The readers did not surpass my ability to imagine the characters.

What did you like best about this story?

I was already invested in the fever series so learning more about Dani Christian and Ryodan was a treat. Also IMO there was just enough recap from previous books to not drag the story out.

Which character – as performed by Phil Gigante and Natalie Ross – was your favorite?

Dani, the male voices were a bit flat.

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

Dani's early childhood was especially disturbing to me as a mother.

OK but prefer an adult's POV

Any additional comments?

So there are many comment about Dani being only 14 and and all these old seeing her in a sexual way and that that is a bit pedo. I don't really agree. You need to take into account who and what these males are and who Dani is. First Dani herself. she may be only 14 and obviously not ready or wanting a sexual relationship but in many other ways she is far more mature and experienced than even Mac was at 22 due to her upbringing and her talents. Plus she already has the body of a woman. Christian. He is a torn man. Fighting to maintain his human side but with the nature of a death by sex unseelie prince that is trying to take over. His human side is attracted to her but to her sole. He sees the woman she will become and does not sexualise her. He would wait for her to be old enough, ready and willing. But then there is the prince who does sexualise her and yes it is sick but that is the nature of the dark fae princes. They do not care about something like age. They are driven by pure desire and lust. But even nearly totally transformed he always manages to keep control and put her wellbeing first. Ryodan. He is a raw sexual being master of manipulation. He is also millennia old. In today's world there are still places where girls are considered woman as soon as they get their periods. We do not think of this as correct. I do not see this as correct but for men who have lived for maybe 10000 years of which maybe only the last 100 14 was too young in proportion one could understand that they may forget sometimes that times have changed and as said these are men that get a hard on in nearly any circumstance anyway. Plus I see the way he treated Dani more as his way to destabilize her in an attempt to control her rather than him actually considering any future relation with her. He is still an A hole with her but that is a different matter. Dancer. Well he is just a 17 year old. He never says or does anything that is inappropriate so there is no issue there.
as for the story it is a bit far fetched. The deductions that both dancer and Dani get to seem really pushing it considering what they had to go on. He may be intelligent but to find that stuff out he would need some serious equipment and energy that you can't get from small generator. and Dani just realising the whole reason why it was doing what it was doing based on what they had again she may be smart but she is not meant to be (or not portrayed that way) a genius or Sherlock Holmes level of investigation and deduction.
I think KMM did a good job at getting in a 14 years olds head and swing things the way she would. You really do get the impression that adults "just don't get it". Overall I enjoyed it but still prefer a more adult POV.

the Danny daily

If you could sum up Iced in three words, what would they be?

funny adventurous badass

What did you like best about this story?

danny is a sterical and I love everything coming from her point of view I also love the transformation of Christian and how your delved into her world

Which character – as performed by Phil Gigante and Natalie Ross – was your favorite?

Danny and probably Christian Danny because she's adventurous young but has this super hero complex and really tries to help people Christian because he is so in love with Danny and I find it hysterical that he's a drop by dead sex face now

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

it made me laugh it did make me cry and it made me go NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO especially towards the end because now I have to wait until the 20th of next month for the next book to come out

Any additional comments?

if you love dolls of the other stories and you're thinking you might not like this one because Mac is not the star trust me you're gonna love Danny and you're going to get addictive to her tenacious spirit I just hope they make more books about Danny

Horrible narration

Natalie Ross is one of the worst narrators EVER. I can’t tell one character from the next and her accents are just horrible. How is she still working this series????

Welcome on-board the Dani Express dudes

I'm a huge KMM fan and this was an automatic download for me but when it started and I realised it was about a 14 year old girl I thought "oh dear I don't think I'm going to like this" as I usually only listen to any form in the romance genre.

However, I was pleasantly surprised as it was set in a futuristic fantasy world full of paranormal and human characters who all get involved in Danni's adventures. There was lots of fun filled and dramatic action coupled with treachery and betrayal and the hint of future love interests.

Worth a credit? If I'd known the book was following a 14 yr old's exploits then I wouldn't have downloaded it but the story was well written, enjoyable and anything that has Phil Gigante's voice in it then I have to say Yes.

Dont Miss This One!

This is a Great Introduction for the next section of this on going story! It sets up so many avenues for these charictors to travel. You get the information on Dani's background that makes you understand how her mind works. Why she does what she does, what makes her tic.

She has two men who are fighting over her for the woman she will become, and does not realize what is going on. I can't wait for the next book!

Iced---Can't wait for next book!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would reccommend this book to anyone who has been following the whole series. Which is great.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Iced?

The ending! Leaves you wanting more!

Have you listened to any of Phil Gigante and Natalie Ross ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, they are very good together and always capture the essence of the books.

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

Yes, but no such luck.

I wished it would never end!!

This new chapter in the Fever World is absolutely amazing. I am a huge fan of the fever series and I have to say this first book in the Dani Novels was even better than the first book in Mac's story so my expectations for the next one are set super high. Dani is a fascinating character full of depht and complexity. The the tension of the love triangle surrendering a teenager based on the woman they all know she will become fill me with anticipation. I was captivated from beggining to end and was plesantly supprised at the fact that this story had enough of a resolution to placate (I hate cliff hangers) but at the same time left enough unanswered to keep me anxiously waiting for the next one. I love that most characters are hard to categorize as good or evil so the story keeps you guessing. My only complaint is that I wanted to find out more about Mac and Barrons but I guess that is why this is a Dani O'Malley Novel as opposed to a Mac novel :) NEXT ONE PLEASE!!!!

Dude..What an adventure!!

Would you listen to Iced again? Why?

It is the type of excellent writing that grips you and wont let go. I have listened to this book like 5 times. It never gets old! Full of Mystery, Adventure, Obsession, Violence and fecking great people that pull you in and make you want to know more about them. KMM knows her stuff.

What did you like best about this story?

I do love Batman and Robin : )

What about Phil Gigante and Natalie Ross ’s performance did you like?

Excellent performers ..voices done so perfectly i couldn't think of better narrators. Phil Gigante really brings the story to life!

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

You won't be sleeping ..edge of your seat ..need to know now.. where did that come from..laugh out loud did that just happen..what is going to happen next..no definitely no sleeping tonight..

Any additional comments?

KMM is one of my favorite authors from her Highlanders Series to her Fever World..loved every minute of it..Yes Dani might only be 14 but she is damn entertaining..maybe no great sex in this book but KMM knows how to build to an excellent climax..and this is building the story at its finest.. can't wait to see what happens next for the "Mega". Hope it ends with Batman to her robin all the way : )

I love the Fever series.

I found Audible a few months ago and have been hooked ever since. The fever series has fascinated me and I am crazy about the characters. I am working on the last book in the series and I really hate that it is ending.