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4.0 out of 5 stars
Don't just sit there staring at the wall like a lobotomy victim, read these books,
By shannon "sc" (canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Moonshine (Mass Market Paperback)
'Moonshine', the second book in Rob Thurman's new urban fantasy series, continues the story of the Leandros brothers Cal and Niko.
After saving the world from the Auphe, the terrifying elf-like creatures Caliban shares half of his snarky genetics with, the brothers are able to start up their own detective-agency-come-bodyguard-racket with assistance from Nikos new flame, the vampire Promise. An undercover job for Kin member Cerebus, a major player in New Yorks werewolf community and a minor of two evils, seems like a quick way to pay for tuition and the new apartment. But even with the enlisted card shark and Puck extraordinaire, Robin Goodfellow, the job turns sour. Now Cal must discover what Cerebus wants with George, the psychic Cal refuses to admit affection for, and how to get her back before their future is cut short. Thurman twisted sense of humour returns in an adventure that focuses on the development of the Leandros brothers' characters and of New Yorks sinister supernatural underground. With her strong sense of characterization and voice realized in Cal, Thurman rips through her second novel leaving audiences unable to wait until ''Madhouse'' this February.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Second novel even better than the first,
By R. Kyle - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Moonshine (Mass Market Paperback)
Rob Thurman introduced us to the brothers Niko and Cal (Caliban) last year. Cal finally met his father and learned just what his true heritage was. Unfortunately, Cal was possessed by evil and nearly lost everything he held dear.
"Moonshine" nearly takes up where "Nightlife" left off. Niko and Cal are a little better situated now. They have a real apartment in New York City and both young men are enrolled in college courses. But, they've got to do something to keep the money coming in, so they're acting as private investigators and exterminators in partnership with the vampire Promise and of course, Robin Goodfellow, the infamous Puck. Their first job is ridding a carnival of bodachs--which are Scottish evil spirits who've dressed up as clowns. Next, they've got to run with the wolves. Literally. The "Kin" is the appelation Thurman gives to the Werewolf Mafia. When they are contacted by one mob boss to spy on another to determine whether they really are in allegiance, the $50,000 offered for a few hours' work seems to good to pass up. They should have, though. As a result of that first night, the psychic Georgina is captured and events are set into motion that pit the whole team against serious odds with very little time to get Georgina back. Rob Thurman writes engaging, real, and interesting characters. She imbeds hooks sharp as cats' claws into the reader and keeps them reading--and guessing--all the way through. You don't have to read "Nightlife" to enjoy "Moonshine," but I think you will definitely want to. Thurman's writing was good for her initial offering, but has only improved with the second book. Can't wait for the third! 30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Rob Thurman does it again,
By Michael Eckhardt - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Moonshine (Mass Market Paperback)
Rob Thurman proves to be not just a flash-in-the-pan author with a strong follow up to "Nightlife".
After the events of the last book and years on the run, Cal and Niko are seemingly free to settle and start to build lives that include friends and even romance. But opening up to others was never Cal's strength and having friends just means more people are at risk from the monster he believes himself to be. When one of these friends is kidnapped to force his cooperation, it makes Cal's worst fear a reality and he will have to learn to accept help from those around him to get them back. As entertaining and facinating as the supporting characters are it is still Cal and Niko's book. And although their love and support is usually expressed through sarcasm, nothing can come between the brothers. Like Nightlife "Moonshine" is full of creativity and innovative antagonists. The use of language is masterful...I wish I had as much wit and could banter as well as the characters in this book. Best of all Rob Thurman proves once again it is possible to write an intelligent, compelling and exciting supernatural book without using smut to sell it. 13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent follow up,
By jepad - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Moonshine (Mass Market Paperback)
After seeing Niko and Caliban defeat the auphe (or did they?) in Nightlife, I was curious to see what would be in store for them in Moonshine. Well, what would a half-auphe and human with near preternatural sword skills do? Become supernatural private investigators.
In this novel, they are contracted to look into some shady power plays occuring within the werewolf community, but that it only the stepping stone to more serious problems. As with the previous novel, Thurman does a fantastic job of portraying two brothers that care deeply for one another. Their every action demonstrate how strong their bond is and that they would do anything for each other. What I love about this series is the characters, how richly they are drawn and how Thurman peels back more layers of their complexity with each book. I found Moonshine a wonderful read. The writing was filled with the same gripping imagery as Nightlife and the plot was even better. This is an absolute must read for anyone who enjoys urban fantasy. |
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