If you’re looking for a story that will have you feeling a whole gambit of emotions, then SIXTH GRAVE ON THE EDGE by Darynda Jones is that book.In this fantasy novel featuring the grim reaper and the son of Satan, Jones makes the impossible plausible and so entertaining you’re lost in a world where all she creates is real.
Once again narrator Lorelei King does a tremendous job of giving distinct voices to each of the characters. Her mannerisms adds depth to the characters and enhances the story. King’s interruption of the story brings the characters to life.
Charley Davidson, a private investigator (and the grim reaper), has a lot on her plate. There’s a naked dead man in her car, a man has lost his soul in a card game, a woman is on the run from the mob, and her assistant Cookie needs help with her love life. Oh, and she has to give sexy Reyes Farrow (aka the son of Satan) an answer to his marriage proposal and the Twelve Hounds of Hell may be coming for her.
Author Darynda Jones serves up numerous sub-plots throughout the story and has a surprise twist at the end with a glimpse of what could come next. While the story deals with ghosts, demons and the supernatural, Jones combines it with laugh-out-loud humor and steamy romance. Woven throughout the story is also subtle and poignant dealings with real everyday tragedies such as abusive relationships and child abductions.
Charley Davidson is a protagonist you can’t help but love. She’s witty, independent to a fault, unsure of herself, kind hearted and fiercely loyal to those she loves. Jones has crafted a cast of zany characters that will entertain you for hours. In addition, each chapter begins with a whacky quote that will leave you smiling.
This is a series that I highly recommend you read/listen to in order. Each story can stand on its own, but some content will be lost without the whole backstory.
SIXTH GRAVE ON THE EDGE will have you on the edge of your seat with its fast-pace, adrenaline-driven action, sizzling romance, and unexpected twists.
Sixth Grave on the Edge by Darynda Jones, A Charley Davidson Novel Book #6, Performed by Lorelei King, Macmillan Audio, @2014, ISBN: 978-1427239389, Unabridged, 8 Discs, Listening Time: 10 Hours
FTC Full Disclosure - This audio book was sent to me by the publisher in hopes I would review it. However, receiving the complimentary copy did not influence my review.
Thanks so much for stopping by today. Hope you’re having a pleasant weekend finding time to relax and read a bit. Is reading paranormal romance with a bit of action out of the genre that you enjoy? Do you venture out of your reading genre comfort zone and try other types of books from time to time?
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I have read the genre before, as several of my blogger buddies write it, although not one I'd normally choose. Haven't listened to an audiobook in years either. I could listen to it while I work out if I didn't like to jam during that time.
ReplyDeleteAlex, trying a different genre from time to time is one of the fun things about reading to me. As for listening to audiobooks during a workout, I think that would be the only way I could get through it. :)
DeleteZany characters can make a story. It sounds like a fun listen. We sometimes listen to audiobooks on road trips. Especially the long ones, like from NC to AR. (Or NM to AR, both around 900 miles.)
ReplyDeleteDiane, this series is definitely loaded with zany characters. I think I'd be lost without my audio books in the car. Listening to an audio book I don't care if I get stuck in traffic as much.
DeleteI do venture out of my reading comfort zone occasionally, but I haven't read a paranormal that I've liked. Thanks for the good review.
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Ann, this paranormal is loaded with humor and some of those moments that have you laughing out loud because you say to yourself, 'that's what I would have done' or "wish I'd thought of that.' Lorelei King adds to this series too in my opinion. She makes Charley so charming.
Deleteoh, my, a grim reaper....
ReplyDeleteMason - I always respect authors who can make you believe that fantasy stories could actually happen. Thanks for sharing this one.
ReplyDeleteI like all the elements mentioned. Thanks for sharing this book with us.
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