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Moonshadow (Moonshadow, #1)

Thea Harrison

Start date: January 1, 2017

Finish date: January 31, 2017

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Jan 24, 2017 Lisa Kay rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: authors-h, series-m, genre-romance-paranormal, m-audible-dot-com, authors-t, challenge-2017-rlftci, m-multiple-media, m-kindle, spin-off

“Nope” Octopus running across ocean floor!

★★★★½ (This is a review of the audiobook.) I have had my issues with Sophie Eastlake’s narration before (as in, her females grating on my last nerve), but I actually enjoyed her reading this first book in TH’s new spin-off of her wonderful Elder Races series. Ms. Eastlake’s female voices are well differentiated now, not the least bit irritating; and her male voices are very masculine and deliciously accented. She has nice pacing and inflection and a bit more emotion; thus, I found myself pulled into this compelling story, soon immersed in this fantastical world.

Whoa. This book is great! I was a bit worried, what with this being a spin-off series, that it wouldn’t measure up. However, it is a brilliant book, with excellent world building, this time in Europe. Sophie Ross remains an ethical, strong female throughout, holding onto her values and beliefs, even while melting for Nikolas Sevigny. I didn’t see her as bitchy as others have and I think this might be due to Ms. Eastlake’s delivery; she adds a much needed humor and “tongue-in-cheek” tone to Sophie’s voice.

Sophie is a former witch consultant to the LA police, recovering from wounds and PTSD. Her magic is refreshing and unique, with a touch of humor. My only complaint about her is her continuous cussing. It was funny to me at first, and served a purpose, but then I was ready to say “Basta!” (Italian for “Enough!”) Sophie’s independent attitude didn’t bother me, as it has others; probable because she was compassionate and standing up for the underdog. It is her nature to jump from the frying pan into the fire when she sees someone in trouble. Although, I can see how Sophie and Nikolas Sevigny going toe to toe constantly - even in their love scenes! - would get to some readers. It isn’t usually my cuppa tea, but it worked for me this round. **shrugs** Can’t figure out why (besides my quirky moods), but it might have something to do with battle weary Nik finally having the ability to laugh at himself and the situation. Someone with that much stress in his life, after hundreds of years of fighting the Hounds and the malevolent Queen Isabeau, deserves a laugh or two.

Well rounded characters here, one of my favorite being Puck; I hope he shows up in future books. (I strongly suspect he will!) The relationship between him and Sophie is tender, touching, and he has the ability to steal more than one scene. Looking forward to other stories in this delightful series. Man-oh-man! Ms. Harrison can sure tell a story. ...more

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Nov 27, 2017 Steph rated it liked it

Shelves: author-웃, series-ongoing, series-book1, series-spinoff-or-same-world, year-read-2017

This was a good intro to a spin-off I look forward to continuing.
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Jul 31, 2017 Susan Jackson rated it it was amazing

This was soooo good! It's been awhile since I've read this author but I saw a rec for this book on Facebook. I'm glad I took the rec. Really enjoyed the hero and heroine. ...more

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