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Find out more about Blodeuedd, below her latest review of Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Find out more about Blodeuedd, below her latest review of Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Black Wings by Christina Henry
Reviewed by Blodeuedd
Alternative-Read.com
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is another good new urban fantasy series. There may be many out there, and because of that there is sure something for everyone to enjoy.
What I liked about Christina Henry's Black Wings is that it took a hold of me at once and would not let go. I wanted to know what happened, I needed to knew what the secrets were and it was just such an enjoyable ride while it lasted. There was one thing though that was not that good, but in the end it did not matter since I truly liked this book. But for the record, it was something about the writing sometimes, the way she wrote conversations. They did not feel genuine a few times. But I did not let that bother me because the story won me over.
Maddie is an agent collecting souls. She does not have much time for anything else, I can understand that. Her friend (if you can call it that, more like a pet ;) is a gargoyle who I absolutely loved. A great comic relief for sure. And then a mystery man moves into the building and here is where the book starts to get good. Who is this guy, what is he? And why are demons trying to kill her? The questions are many but we do get the answer we want and more comes as the book ends. And there were some very good answers.
The pages kind of just fly by and since there is always something it makes it a book that I did not want to put down. Which makes this a recommended urban fantasy series and I will sure read book 2. Because even if it ends all good and nice there are still many things that needs to be set straight, and who knows, maybe we will get some romance too.
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Reviewed by Blodeuedd
Alternative-Read.com
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This is another good new urban fantasy series. There may be many out there, and because of that there is sure something for everyone to enjoy.
What I liked about Christina Henry's Black Wings is that it took a hold of me at once and would not let go. I wanted to know what happened, I needed to knew what the secrets were and it was just such an enjoyable ride while it lasted. There was one thing though that was not that good, but in the end it did not matter since I truly liked this book. But for the record, it was something about the writing sometimes, the way she wrote conversations. They did not feel genuine a few times. But I did not let that bother me because the story won me over.
Maddie is an agent collecting souls. She does not have much time for anything else, I can understand that. Her friend (if you can call it that, more like a pet ;) is a gargoyle who I absolutely loved. A great comic relief for sure. And then a mystery man moves into the building and here is where the book starts to get good. Who is this guy, what is he? And why are demons trying to kill her? The questions are many but we do get the answer we want and more comes as the book ends. And there were some very good answers.
The pages kind of just fly by and since there is always something it makes it a book that I did not want to put down. Which makes this a recommended urban fantasy series and I will sure read book 2. Because even if it ends all good and nice there are still many things that needs to be set straight, and who knows, maybe we will get some romance too.
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Synopsis from Goodreads:
As an Agent of Death, Madeline Black is responsible for escorting the souls of the dearly departed to the afterlife. It's a 24/7 job with a lousy benefits package.
Maddy's position may come with magical powers and an impressive wingspan, but it doesn't pay the bills. And then there are her infuriating boss, tenant woes, and a cranky, popcorn-loving gargoyle to contend with.
Things start looking up, though, when tall, dark, and handsome Gabriel Angeloscuro agrees to rent the empty apartment in Maddy's building. It's probably just a coincidence that as soon as he moves in demons appear on the front lawn. But when an unholy monster is unleashed upon the streets of Chicago, Maddy discovers powers she never knew she possessed. Powers linked to a family legacy of tarnished halos.
Powers that place her directly between the light of Heaven and the fires of Hell.
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Thank you Sassy :D I am happy to be on board
ReplyDeleteThis sounds perfect for me. Humor and a good start to a UF series. I've been curious about it and now I must get it. See what you do to me, Blodeuedd??? ;)
ReplyDeleteYes yes I am evil, mouwhahahahahah ;) But I just like good books ;=)
ReplyDeleteI am not sure...I don't like angels and demons, I prefer vampires. ;p No romance? I am truly disappointed...;ppp
ReplyDeleteYay! Thank you! :) @Blodeuedd83
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear it, Melissa! Thanks for popping by! Blodeuedd likes to keep you on your toes by the sound of things LOL
ReplyDeleteIt's great when you love them, Blodeuedd! Makes it all worthwhile... @Blodeuedd83
ReplyDeleteHi Bridget! Yes, it's a funny one, no romance - in a book like this - but I have a feeling it's going to show in future volumes... I can feel it in my water! LOL
ReplyDeleteOh do not be wicked now ;) But yes all these fallen angels, not your cup of tea. Though I am sure you would love the lack of romance ;)
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