Michelle R. (mreneerouser) -
Helpful Score: 2
Im not sure why I wanted to read an early copy of this book. After book 2, I did not know if I wanted to continue with the series at all. Frankly, I was bored with the series, and I really did not like Sabina. I know, this is not how you start a review in which you rated the book 4 stars but please stick with me. Ill make sense eventually or not.
Anyways, book 3 in the Sabina Kane saga started really darn good. I was squealing with joy (no, not literally) but I was happy. I so did not regret my decision to read this book. There was tons of action with Sabina trying to recover what was taken from her at the end of book 2 (trying to avoid a spoiler here just in case). Then, a few chapters later, it was yawnville for me. How do I explain this? Im going to try to give you example:
Note- this is NOT from the book.
I walked upstairs.
I sneezed.
I put a sock on.
I looked into the mirror.
I sat down.
I wondered what Herman was doing
Blah, blah, blah.
The authors writing is like the examples I gave above. The writing is so mechanical at times. Now, I am NO writer but I have a rule, if it looks like I could write the book, something is wrong. At times, the writing in this book felt wrong.
So, what the hell right? Im still giving the book 4 stars and all Ive done is complain? Yeah, I know, I do ramble. So here is the good stuff:
I loved Sabina in this book for the exact reason I hated her in book 2. Seriously, the best part of this book has nothing to do with the story (Ill get to that shortly). This book is about Sabina struggling with her inner self and who she is. Im not talking about the fact that she is half Mage and half vampire but instead, the part that makes her 1 part lethal assassin and one part vulnerable, fragile woman. This is what I loved. No, the book is not sappy at all. In fact, you still have all of Sabinas wit, and her kick ass heroism. However, you also have her insecurities, and her sense of hopelessness.
By far, the best part of the book is Sabinas and Adams relationship. Not only is it conflicted but also it is darn right fun. You add in jealousy on Sabinas part, frustration on Adams part, a demon with an opinion, a drag queen, a pissed of werewolf and you have a lot of fun antics.
I learned to like Sabina in this book. I realized I did not want to change her but instead, I was hoping she learned to open up to the people (ok not people but Mages, werewolves, demons, etc.) around her. She could still be a kick ass tough bitch but in this book, she learned what really mattered. Wow, I sound like a romantic. How sickening!
Anyways, book 3 in the Sabina Kane saga started really darn good. I was squealing with joy (no, not literally) but I was happy. I so did not regret my decision to read this book. There was tons of action with Sabina trying to recover what was taken from her at the end of book 2 (trying to avoid a spoiler here just in case). Then, a few chapters later, it was yawnville for me. How do I explain this? Im going to try to give you example:
Note- this is NOT from the book.
I walked upstairs.
I sneezed.
I put a sock on.
I looked into the mirror.
I sat down.
I wondered what Herman was doing
Blah, blah, blah.
The authors writing is like the examples I gave above. The writing is so mechanical at times. Now, I am NO writer but I have a rule, if it looks like I could write the book, something is wrong. At times, the writing in this book felt wrong.
So, what the hell right? Im still giving the book 4 stars and all Ive done is complain? Yeah, I know, I do ramble. So here is the good stuff:
I loved Sabina in this book for the exact reason I hated her in book 2. Seriously, the best part of this book has nothing to do with the story (Ill get to that shortly). This book is about Sabina struggling with her inner self and who she is. Im not talking about the fact that she is half Mage and half vampire but instead, the part that makes her 1 part lethal assassin and one part vulnerable, fragile woman. This is what I loved. No, the book is not sappy at all. In fact, you still have all of Sabinas wit, and her kick ass heroism. However, you also have her insecurities, and her sense of hopelessness.
By far, the best part of the book is Sabinas and Adams relationship. Not only is it conflicted but also it is darn right fun. You add in jealousy on Sabinas part, frustration on Adams part, a demon with an opinion, a drag queen, a pissed of werewolf and you have a lot of fun antics.
I learned to like Sabina in this book. I realized I did not want to change her but instead, I was hoping she learned to open up to the people (ok not people but Mages, werewolves, demons, etc.) around her. She could still be a kick ass tough bitch but in this book, she learned what really mattered. Wow, I sound like a romantic. How sickening!
Lately I have read several books,that I felt the main character was too stupid to survive and was annoying. I cannot say that about Sabina or "Team Awesome". Enjoyed the journey Sabina took,she learned alot about herself. Had a good ending.We are left to wonder the consequences of Sabina's actions.
One thing I've liked about this series is Sabina. She is learning some self restraint and thinks (mostly) before she acts. She is still quick to anger, but she thinks before she speaks/acts (mostly). That was one of my problems with her in book 1 (Red-Headed Stepchild). I enjoyed the humor as well. Great supporting characters and interactions between them. Great quotes as well, here are a few:
Giguhl: "I didn't sleep-sex him. Just kind of, well, humped his leg a little."
Sabina: "I probably shouldn't have been offended that a zombie just shooed off an opportunity to eat my brains, but I has to admit it stung."
Giguhl: "I didn't sleep-sex him. Just kind of, well, humped his leg a little."
Sabina: "I probably shouldn't have been offended that a zombie just shooed off an opportunity to eat my brains, but I has to admit it stung."
Sabina Kane is back and still seeking the ultimate revenge of death to her wicked Grandma, Lavinia, the head vampire. Book 3 of the Sabina series was my favorite so far. This time around Sabina and her cohorts (Giguhl her minion demon and Adam the hottie) travel to New Orleans. In New orleans they meet a whole new group of interesting characters including a voodoo priestess, a cross dressing fae, and a mage that has been shunned by the Hekate Council. There are also a few werewolves and zombies thrown into the mix.
The hardened Sabina begins to succumb to feelings alien to her, such as love and caring for her friends. She also has the chance to use her Chthonic powers. A showdown between Sabina and Lavinia is brewing. And a little more understanding of the makings of the underworld is explained.
If you enjoyed either the first or second Sabina Kane novels you will love this one!
The hardened Sabina begins to succumb to feelings alien to her, such as love and caring for her friends. She also has the chance to use her Chthonic powers. A showdown between Sabina and Lavinia is brewing. And a little more understanding of the makings of the underworld is explained.
If you enjoyed either the first or second Sabina Kane novels you will love this one!
Danielle R. (danielleraybuck) reviewed Green-Eyed Demon (Sabina Kane, Bk 3) on + 76 more book reviews
pretty good
Love this series and am looking forward to reading the 4th book.
