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The Necromancer's Dilemma (The Beacon Hill Sorcerer, #2)

S.J. Himes

Start date: April 24, 2025

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Apr 18, 2020 Sheri rated it really liked it

Shelves: love-knows-no-age, fave, alltime-fav-mc, luv-2-reread, pnr

There are some things that simply get better with time. My favorite pair of jeans, a nice bottle of wine, and the love between a sassy necromancer and his vamp. Ha! It’s true. One of my absolute favorites in a spectacular series is when bonds settle into place and love grows stronger and brighter with each story. Not much time has passed since the first book but one thing is for certain, Angel and Simeon’s love. We follow them as they embark with tentative but solid steps into their new relation There are some things that simply get better with time. My favorite pair of jeans, a nice bottle of wine, and the love between a sassy necromancer and his vamp. Ha! It’s true. One of my absolute favorites in a spectacular series is when bonds settle into place and love grows stronger and brighter with each story. Not much time has passed since the first book but one thing is for certain, Angel and Simeon’s love. We follow them as they embark with tentative but solid steps into their new relationship and of course, fight battles along the way. The secondary cast is pulled into the limelight and we discover more about Angel’s cobblestone family. His business partner, Milly, who is more like a mother to him, is attacked and Angel sees red. No one messes with his family. Human or otherwise, they will pay. Sadly, this isn’t the last time one of his loved ones need rescuing. To top things off, his powers are going wonky and he’s struggling to control the surge building inside him. My new favorite necromancer dances his way from one predicament to another and I was more than eager to tag along. Shall I tell you a bit more?

What's to like: In regards to the world-building, the heavy lifting has been done. But that doesn’t mean we don’t have new surprises along the way. Between a horrid troll, Daniel’s dreadful family and impressive fae I was entranced the entire time. There’s a serial killer on the loose and they have begun to target supernats. Murdered weres and missing vamps leave a trail that takes us on a heart-racing mission. I nearly fell from my seat from massive swooning when Angel presents Simeon with a ‘gift’. Oh sweet mercy, they are too much. And I love it.

What's to love: Angel and Simeon. If I have been charmed or bewitched please don’t let it stop. Their reality fills me with bubbles of glee and I’m addicted to their drama. Yes, Angel tends to have drama knock at his door but between his awestriking powers and the endless bank from his beloved, they are a force to be reckoned with. I love how needy Simeon is with Angel’s affection. I love how easily Angel gives in when Simeon pampers and coddles him. Their love is boundless. And as much as I want to gush and babble more, I need to find out what happens after Issac relieved that heavy burden he’s been carrying. Cliffy alert!! There is a sweet treat that softens the blow though, you won’t want to miss the ‘extra’.

Beware of: A gripping and thrilling adventure led by a mouthy magician and his mate. A love so true it defies all the rules. And a cliffhanger that will simultaneously leave you screaming and squealing.

This book is for: If you need an escape right now, may I suggest this spellbinding series? It’s sure to take you away and return you dazed and slightly confused…but happy.

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Sep 26, 2018 Bev rated it it was amazing

Shelves: masterpiece, paranormal, where-is-that-6th-star, fantasy, book-hangover, kindle-unlimited, mates

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This is even better than the first book with lots of Angel and Simeon time. These two are such badasses, and a total powerhouse together. Himes characters are just in a different league. The way they love each other, can you say swoon.

This is still one of the best PNR/Fantasy series I have ever read, along with Himes’ Wolfkin Saga. There’s authors and story tellers then there’s S.J. Himes. ‘Nuff said.

All the stars for this entire series.

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Oct 27, 2016 Jennifer☠Pher☠ rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: m-m, kindle-unlimited

I could read books like this all day long.

I want my very own Wee Beastie.

Can't wait for the next in the series! That end! OMG!

Thanks for the bonus at the end of the book :)

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Apr 03, 2017 Diane Dannenfeldt rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: magic-users-witches-warlocks, 201-300_pgs, multiple-readings, m-m, pnr, have-audio, kindle-unlimited

I love this series and can't wait for the next book in the series. I feel so sorry for Issac and all the guilt he has been carrying around with him. I love seeing Angel's & Simeon's bond grow evening stronger. Poor Daniel has gone through so much pain and torture and can't wait to see him spread his wings.

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Jul 03, 2019 Helen rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: not-out-yet

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Sep 26, 2016 Andrew marked it as to-read

Mar 06, 2017 Elizabeth rated it it was amazing

Shelves: faves, rulers-of-some-sort, rich-folks, damaged-hero, biz-owner, so-sweet, be-my-boyfriend, banker-lawyer-professional-etc, fave-pnr, holy-hotness