Karissa E. (ophelia99) reviewed Kitty Goes to War (Kitty Norville, Bk 8) on + 2527 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
This was the eighth book in the Kitty Norville series. Last I heard there are 10 books planned for this series. I didn't like this book quite as much as the last book "Kitty's House of Horrors" but it was still an enjoyable and engaging read.
Kitty has a couple problems on her hands. First she is being sued by the owner of Speedy Mart stores after she does a radio show on suspicious supernatural happenings that are going on at Speedy Mart stores across the country. Second she gets a call from the government about a group of werewolves that have returned from service in Iraq and are a bit crazy; the government is wondering if there is any hope for their rehabilitation and if Kitty will help.
Vaughn does a very good job of seamlessly juggling the two separate plot lines. The story line about the werewolves returning from war to be integrated back into society is politically timely and interesting; it is something that is unique to consider. Overall the book was very engaging and well written. I enjoyed the addition of some of the new characters that were introduced with the ex-military werewolves.
The best part of this book is seeing Kitty act on her own and make decisions like a strong leader. If you think back to the first couple Kitty books, Kitty has come a long way as a character and I really enjoyed seeing that in this book.
The majority of the story deals with the ex-military werewolves. The second plot dealing with the Speedy Marts was interesting but I was at a loss at what it had to do with the overall story. It seemed like this second plot might be part of something bigger that we don't fully understand yet. Also Cormac returns to the story, but the direction his character takes is kind of unexpected. I am not sure I enjoyed the character changes in Cormac, but I am sure that it has something to do with the overall story.
Overall this was an excellent installment in this series. I enjoyed it and look forward to Vaughn's future books. Next to read by Vaughn is her new book Steel that is due out Spring of 2011.
Kitty has a couple problems on her hands. First she is being sued by the owner of Speedy Mart stores after she does a radio show on suspicious supernatural happenings that are going on at Speedy Mart stores across the country. Second she gets a call from the government about a group of werewolves that have returned from service in Iraq and are a bit crazy; the government is wondering if there is any hope for their rehabilitation and if Kitty will help.
Vaughn does a very good job of seamlessly juggling the two separate plot lines. The story line about the werewolves returning from war to be integrated back into society is politically timely and interesting; it is something that is unique to consider. Overall the book was very engaging and well written. I enjoyed the addition of some of the new characters that were introduced with the ex-military werewolves.
The best part of this book is seeing Kitty act on her own and make decisions like a strong leader. If you think back to the first couple Kitty books, Kitty has come a long way as a character and I really enjoyed seeing that in this book.
The majority of the story deals with the ex-military werewolves. The second plot dealing with the Speedy Marts was interesting but I was at a loss at what it had to do with the overall story. It seemed like this second plot might be part of something bigger that we don't fully understand yet. Also Cormac returns to the story, but the direction his character takes is kind of unexpected. I am not sure I enjoyed the character changes in Cormac, but I am sure that it has something to do with the overall story.
Overall this was an excellent installment in this series. I enjoyed it and look forward to Vaughn's future books. Next to read by Vaughn is her new book Steel that is due out Spring of 2011.
Helpful Score: 2
This continues to be one of my favorite series, once I got past the brutality in the first book. I enjoy the stronger, yet vulnerable, Kitty in the subsequent books. I like the way the author manages to blend real issues, like the challenges faced by returning vets - including PTSD - with the fantasy. It makes for a more intelligent read.
Helpful Score: 2
Another great installment in the Kitty Norville series. I've never been disappointed and this one delivers as well. I'm very excited as the door has been left open for a 9th book. Keep 'em coming, Carrie!!
Helpful Score: 1
Kitty, as usual, is hard to put down. Her friend from the National Institute of Health Dr. Schumacher asks for her help with a serious problem - it seems the US Army has created a werewolf commando team that has been successful in Afghanistan, but their alpha unexpectedly died, and now the werewolves have gone rogue. Worse yet, they have escaped near Denver. If Kitty is to protect her pack, she will have to help the army capture them and rehabilitate them. Meantime, she also has to contend with a libel lawsuit from the CEO of a supermarket chain that she had featured on her show for suspicious paranormal activity on the premises of its stores. Vaughn continues to produce rocking good stories for this great series. Although the suspense in this one is ratcheted down a notch compared to previous books, the character development is still solid. Here's hoping she keeps on going strong.
