Cutie and the Beast

Fae Out of Water, Book One

De: E.J. Russell

Narrado por: Joel Leslie

Book one in the new Fae Out of Water series.

Temp worker David Evans has been dreaming of Dr. Alun Kendrick ever since that one transcription job for him, because holy cats, that voice. Swoon. So when his agency offers him a position as Dr. Kendrick’s temporary office manager, David neglects to mention that he’s been permanently banished from offices. Because, forgiveness? Way easier than permission.

Alun Kendrick, former Queen’s Champion of Faerie’s Seelie Court, takes his job as a psychologist for Portland’s supernatural population extremely seriously. Secrecy is paramount: No non-supe can know of their existence. So when a gods-bedamned human shows up to replace his office manager, he intends to send the man packing. It shouldn’t be difficult - in the 200 years since he was cursed, no human has ever failed to run screaming from his hideous face.

But cheeky David isn’t intimidated, and despite himself, Alun is drawn to David in a way that can only spell disaster: When fae consort with humans, it never ends well. And if the human has secrets of his own? The disaster might be greater than either of them could ever imagine.

©2017 E.J. Russell (P)2020 E.J. Russell

Such an enjoyably cute story

I loved this story and the narration was just perfect!!! It’s such a cute, enjoyable romance with some steam
Too. Just made me smile the whole way through!!

70% Awesome

I loved this story with the exception of around most of the 2/3rds mark and then it became rinse and repeat and incredibly frustrating. But then the ending was really good. Joel's voices were good as always.

Cute story

The story had similarities to Beauty and the Beast but was not a retelling. David was a charming and engaging character. He was well-matched with the curmudgeon Alan. Joel Leslie did an excellent job bringing the story to life.

Love

I loved this story when I read it, and loved the narration even more. I want to be friends with David. He is just a genuine soul. I loved how he helped Alun with his curse! Joel Leslie is always an amazihg narrator and he didn't disappoint here either!

Strange things happen with nightmares.

Lots of interesting creatures and curses are used to guard and control the safety of fairies lands and outside the realm. Jealousy, greed, and power grabbing are common. But the rules need to be followed. That can be a real challenge to those who do not fit in. Or get kicked out.

But love can conquer if you have faith and are rewarded for saving the queen. And her authority. Just be brave and always willing to help those in trouble or in need.

Highly Enjoyable

A humorous romance of the"the small cheery one and the large grumpy one" trope with the line of world building that resulted in most of the author's subsequent books. Joel Leslie is his usual superb.

lighthearted fun

Joel's awesome as usual! Authors new to me, lighthearted, fun fae sup neat story .

Loved it

I loved everything about this audiobook. The narration by Joel Leslie was amazing!! He has such a talent for voices!!!! The story was just as good as the narration! There was a little bit of everything in this book. Mystery, angst, pining, love, magic. Highly recommend!!!

Very entertaining

Really enjoyed this book. Normally I’m not a fan of romance but this is done well and a great story. Along with lots of humor. I’m hooked on the whole series.

Fantasy and fun, fantastic plot

Here we have some really deeply crafted characters, an intriguing plot, and a fast enough pace that keeps you wanting more. The romance is believable, the characters have hidden depths and struggles. There is angst but not so much you want to rip your hair out (we all know there’s angst, and then there’s wallowing in perpetual wishy-washy, right?) This book is a good long length that seems to fly by because it’s so interesting- but at the end it gives you that epic feel. I’m going to just say that if you haven’t experienced Joel Leslie yet, you are in for a masterful listening treat. Accents, emotive nuance, completely believable and totally different voices for each character that make listening an immersive experience. I highly recommend this book in print AND in audio!