Let me preface by saying that I am a huge fan of Laurell K. Hamilton and Anita Blake books. I'm proud to be one of those readers who have gotten many others readers into her as well. With that in mind I'd I can't believe how disappointed I am with her most recent book. This book had none of Hamilton's usual fast pace, danger ridden, adrenaline pumping that her books are known for. My biggest problem with this book was all the unnecessary fluff. Dead Ice was filled with so much character history (for those who have never read her prior books) that the book became far too long and left no room for story development. Many previous characters, which fans have grown to love or become interested in, were barely mentioned or left out entirely, while new ones were once again introduced. The story has become so confusing and convoluted with the amount of characters that the storyline seems to have become secondary.

I tend to read books with other people and this book was no different. After reading this book I wasn't sure if it was just me that felt this book was rushed and filled with fluff. Initially I thought that perhaps my expectations were too high and unobtainable, but after a lengthy conversation with those I read this book with I found out that I wasn't the only one who felt this book wasn't up to par for a Laurell K. Hamilton book. For example:

What happened to Rafael the Rat King.....
Who plotted against Rafael....
Did he heal....
What happened to some of the other main characters....
Who is she doing a commitment ceremony with....
When is the wedding.....
What is happening to her gifts.....
What was Asher's punishment.....

I'm still a fan of Hamilton and I only wish her next book is better than this one.......

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