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Blood Cross: Jane Yellowrock Book 2

By Faith Hunter

Narrated by Khristine Hvam

Story: 4 stars

Performance: 4 stars

Overall: 4 stars

Genre: Urban Fantasy

Duration: 14 HRS 48 MINS

Jane Yellowrock is a rogue vampire hunter for hire. When her contract is extended after successfully taking down a rogue like no other, Jane is forced into vigilance when the blood master of New Orleans, Leo Pellissier puts a price on her head. Unexpected alliances are forged after three humans are kidnapped, two being the children of Jane’s dear friend, Molly. Thrust into dangerous territory, Jane must uncover ancient secrets the local vampires are willing to kill in order to keep hidden, before time runs out.

Blood Cross took a little bit longer to pick up steam when compared to the first Jane Yellowrock book, Skinwalker. However, once the major conflict comes to fruition, the story unfolds in brilliant fashion. I absolutely loved the creative spin on vampire lore; A first and refreshing twist. There is a bit of a love triangle, but not the central theme.

Blood Cross is a fast paced thrill ride to the very end. Khristine Hvam is a perfect match for Jane and a huge driving force behind the story. This is shaping up to be a very interesting series and definitely worth checking out if you enjoy urban fantasy. Blood Cross is the second book in the Jane Yellowrock series and should be read in order.

    ~ Rina

Never Seduce a Scot (The Montgomerys and Armstrongs)

 By Maya Banks

 Narrated by Kirsten Potter

Story: 3 stars

 Performace: 4 stars

 Overall: 3 1/2 stars

 Genre: Historical Romance

 Duration: 10 HRS 10 MINS

“Then my lady, I’ll certainly grant your wish.”

The Montgomerys and the Armstrongs, two Highland clans at war, are taken by surprise when the King orders a marriage between Eveline and Graeme. Although the Armstrong maiden is rumored to be daft, Graeme accepts his duty for the sake of his clan. Harboring a secret she fears to even shared with her beloved family, Eveline sees the union as a way to keep her safe from a less desirable match. The last thing either of them expected was to actually fall in love.

I thought Never Seduce a Scot was a well written novel, however the storyline was a bit too predictable for me. I found it difficult to remain interested all throughout. I craved a greater conflict and/or a stronger resistance between the hero and heroine.

The narrator was however a good match, alternating between character voices and accents. I just wanted a little more oomph. I didn’t hate Never Seduce a Scot and enjoyed the world of the Armstrongs and Montomerys series very much, so there is a good chance I will check out the second audio in the series.

   ~ Rina