Vampire Hollows (Kiera Hudson Series One #5) in Tim O'Rourke Fans

Feb 11, 2012 Jennifer rated it it was amazing

First of all, who about that cover?? Is Kiera beautiful on it or what?? Perfect cover for the perfect ending to this series.

A part of me is sad I am writing this review. I've followed Kiera from book one, Vampire Shift, and have patiently waited for Tim to finished each book that followed...well, maybe not so much patient but anxious. ;)

I'll try hard not to give anything away as I don't want to ruin any of it for those who haven't read it.

Vampire Hollows picks up right smack dab in the middle ...more

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Jan 14, 2012 Jen rated it it was amazing

From the very first book in this series I was hooked.I love Kiera and her story.I love how the story makes you feel like you're right there with the characters when you read these books.I have to say I couldn't read this book fast enough.When Potter first came into the picture I didn't really like or trust him.As the story played out I really started to like him and found myself feeling sorry for Luke.This ending to the Hollows blew me away.I never would of guessed.It kept my stomach in knots al ...more

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May 01, 2012 Jenn Green rated it it was amazing

What can I say, another Amazing Book in the Kiera Hudson series. This one made me laugh, made me cry & had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. I think I chewed down every last one of my nails by the time I was done LMAO I am proud to say my suspicions about Elias Munn were dead on (although the reveal had me in tears, Im not ashamed to admit it!!) I would recommend this book to anyone who will listin to me, but would suggest reading the series from the beginning. It is well worth your tim ...more

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Feb 13, 2012 Alley B rated it it was amazing

Shelves: read-and-reviewed, romance, paranormal-romance, vampire, ya-series, e-book-only

Well it's been a while since I finished book 4 in the Kiera Hudson series by Tim O'Rourke, but I finally sat down to read the last book and finished it. I can't tell you what took me so long, but I am glad that I took a little bit of time between the books. It made reading the conclusion that much more exciting and I was able to rediscover what I loved about O'Rourke's books.

In this exciting and adventurous last installment of the first Kiera Hudson series, Kiera and the crew have finally made i Well it's been a while since I finished book 4 in the Kiera Hudson series by Tim O'Rourke, but I finally sat down to read the last book and finished it. I can't tell you what took me so long, but I am glad that I took a little bit of time between the books. It made reading the conclusion that much more exciting and I was able to rediscover what I loved about O'Rourke's books.

In this exciting and adventurous last installment of the first Kiera Hudson series, Kiera and the crew have finally made it below the Earth's surface and into the Hollows. Their mission is to get Kiera to the Dust Palace where she must make her decision as to which race should remain alive, the human race or the Vampyrus. As if that wasn't enough for Kiera to deal with, her friends and loved ones are being picked off one by one by a traitor in her group. She believes that the mastermind behind the war that is brewing, Elias Munn, is among her group of friends. Is it Potter, is it Luke, is it Isidor, Jack Seth perhaps? As her friends begin falling all around her, she fears that Munn has already fallen in love with her, but has she fallen for him too? Which race should she choose to destroy? Kiera goes quite literally to the ends of the Earth to try and save her friends and live up to the greatness she was destined to have.

I quite liked this conclusion to the series, in the simplest sense because I was able to see the Hollows. I was so anxious to see how O'Rourke would describe this new world underneath our own, and I was not disappointed. I loved his imaginative description of a unseen world within the Earth's crust. What I think I liked most was that it was believable. What's so hard to believe about a world beneath our own that is lit during their pseudo-day by a heating element straight from the Earth's core? I type this as I'm watching a History Channel show about the evidence present in ancient cultures that Earth was visited by Aliens, but still! It's fun to think that another world exists beneath our own. O'Rourke does a stellar job with his world building and has you craving for in invitation into the depths of the Hollows.

His character development is right on par yet again. While I will not giveaway who our elusive Elias Munn is, you will be surprised. I thought many times through out the book I knew exactly who Munn was, but then I would be surprised again. I would have liked to see a little bit more of Potter's snarky comments, but when do you not want more? This was also a bit more of a serious story and so our characters tended to be a little more stressed out than normal, as I'm sure you can imagine.

Lastly, I do want to mention the end of the book. Of course I will not be giving away the ending, I just wanted to mention that I feel that O'Rourke did a superb job of setting up his second sereis. It was one of those endings that didn't leave you with a huge cliff hanger, but made you cry out in joy. Generally, I hate when authors set up a sequel in the end of a book, but this ending made me so excited to read the next book. That's all I'm saying about our ending and O'Rourke's set up for the new Kiera Hudson series, but you'll be happy. It's hard to believe that a book so full of vampires, blood, guts, death and war leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside, but somehow, someway, O'Rourke has outdone himself and I cannot wait to begin reading Dead Flesh (Kiera Hudson Series 2, Book 1)!

9 out of 10!

Happy Reading :)

-Allison
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Apr 02, 2012 Caroline Barker rated it it was amazing

Well, 'Vampire Hollows (Keira Hudson Book 5, Series One)' is certainly full of surprises. It has been a rollercoaster ride of good and bad, highs and lows and the impact it has on the readers' emotions is extraordinary.

Tim O'Rourke's writing is as descriptive as ever regarding the scenery, so much so that it feels like you are actually there, spectating the events that unfold. I have never experienced a book that captures the soul as the Keira Hudson novels do. It is an experience that makes you Well, 'Vampire Hollows (Keira Hudson Book 5, Series One)' is certainly full of surprises. It has been a rollercoaster ride of good and bad, highs and lows and the impact it has on the readers' emotions is extraordinary.

Tim O'Rourke's writing is as descriptive as ever regarding the scenery, so much so that it feels like you are actually there, spectating the events that unfold. I have never experienced a book that captures the soul as the Keira Hudson novels do. It is an experience that makes you feel so alive, like you are a part of the story, like you are a character in the story, assisting Keira on her journey.

Keira has gradually been changing and becoming slightly more like a Vampyrus throughout the series and because of how gradual this has taken place the reader does not disconnect with her in any way. Keira was as human as you and I during the Ragged Cove adventure (with the exception of her being able to see the most obvious and piecing it together very quickly) and it is only when looking back at the first novel that we realise how far she has come. And yet we love her, perhaps even moreso than when we were first introduced. I love the fact that she can control her new features and how she flies. The description on how she flies through the air, with the skin on her face rippling, due to her velocity and the wind blowing at her, is just exhilarating and makes it all the more realistic. Also, her seeing ability is still present as we are taken back and forth into her mind's eye. Some scenes here are graphic and remind me of the tv programme 'Silent Witness'.

Wherever Keira seems to end up her prize possessions never leave her: Murphy's crucifix and her beloved iPod. The use of this iPod and the song choices, as mentioned in earlier reviews, have a very stronghold in connecting with the characters and the scene that they are used in. It does not disappoint!

Potter is by far my favourite character, even above Keira I have to say. He is like, to me, a younger version of the character Gene Hunt from the 'Life on Mars' and 'Ashes to Ashes' series. Even though he is meant to be young, he is witty, sarcastic, moody, stubborn, etc, with oldskool phrases suchas "easy, tiger" and "sweetcheeks". He is a man of mystery and darkness, and yet he is very moral and loyal. We are constantly kept on our toes wondering if he is the traitor or not.

There are so many twists and turns that absolutely nothing is obvious. This series truly is an escape that feels so real. There are also many questions for the reader to seek answers to: is Luke still alive; will Potter resuce him; who is Elias Munn; will Keira decide to end all human life or end the Vampyrus'?

The Vampyrus truly are incredible creatures and the description of their wings sounds breathtakingly beautiful. I imagine the movie 'Michael' with John Travolta and the more recent 'Legion' with Paul Bettany when picturing their wings. They sound heavenly even though some are cruel creatures. Which leads me again to reiterate some of my earlier reviews of this series that the characters are very believable. They all say and do both good and bad, making it near impossible to find out who the possible 'traitor' amongst the group is.

Again, there are different types of beings to look out for with Vampyrus, Lycanthrope and half-breeds. The Lycanthrope character, Jack Seth, is a large guy, reminding me of Alcide Herveaux from the 'True Blood' tv series but with the moodiness and, for me, a slight disconnection like that of Jacob in the 'Twilight Saga'.

We are also introduced to new characters, such as Coanda and The Elders. The Elders seem to hold the authority in the Hollows and nothing seems to get passed them. They cannot be fooled.

Even writing this review now I cannot escape the atmosphere of the book. The Hollows are a mix of caves and dark tunnels with some open spaces. The rocks are mostly red, like you would imagine on Mars, however some areas within the tunnels are grey and dark. Some areas are mountainous while other areas are wooded. Then there is the light from the Lighthouse, the lava, the ash and dust and the murky fog in the tunnels. If you would like adventure, action, mystery, love, and excitement this series will completely blow you away. ...more

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Nov 05, 2012 Jackie rated it it was amazing

Holy crap Tim !! You broke my heart, made me cry, then made me smile and laugh.... EXCELLENT FINALE. Onward and upward to series two.

It's also fantastic to have some good british swearing/slang - sorry, I do love my American PNR authors, but when they have a British character they rarely "talk" british.

Thanks again Tim - loving these characters with a passion... especially yummy Potter - at least we know the fags wont kill him! ...more

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May 02, 2012 Sue McGarvie rated it it was amazing

Let's go visit the home of the Vampyrus and find out more about them. In their search for the infamous Elias Munn and having hostiles on their heels, the gang must go to The Hollows, home of the Vampyrus and the only way to find a way out of their situation... or is it?
The great question in Kiera's mind, right now, is "Who am I?" and she needs an answer before she can understand what she is and who she truly loves. Her toughest moment is yet to come, the moment when she must decide the fate of ...more

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May 05, 2012 Tanya rated it it was amazing

Book Five in the series...After what seemed like a long wait for this book to come out it certainly doesn't disappoint! Carrying on the journey for Kiera and her crew (Potter hmmm....) into the Hollows and the decision she has to make about the survival of one race this book continues with twists and turns galore to keep you guessing to the very end. Loved this book, loved the series and would recommend this series to all! :) ...more

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Dec 25, 2011 Jennifer rated it it was amazing

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I absolutely loved this series. As it turned out the person I thought was Elias Munn was who I thought it was. I loved the twist and turns. I loved how Kiera made her choice about what race would survive. I can't wait for the next series. Thank you Tim O'Rourke for another great book ...more

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Jan 15, 2012 Jeana Green rated it it was amazing

Absolutely fabulous as with all Tim's books. Tons of twists and turns and even more surprises!! Looking forward to the new adventures for Keira Hudson. I will be re-reading these books for years to come! ...more

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Aug 20, 2012 Lisa rated it it was amazing

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This is the final book in the first series.It was amazing,of course.Tim ALWAYS delivers a masterpiece.This was one wild ride.I will always read anything by Tim O'Rourke!!!! ...more

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