Brooke C. (brookereviews) reviewed on 2/5/2009 + 50 more book reviews

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I finally finished The Outlaw Demon Wails this evening, and I must say Kim Harrison has done it again. She continues the Hollows series with unexpected plot twists and new interesting characters. This sixth installment focuses on family. Both by blood and her family of friends.

We find out about Rachels true heritage and learn more about her parents. We see more of Rachel and Ivy working through their blood balance/relationship. Which is shown in a scene where I had to put the book down, and walk away from the intensity of it (and other things going on) for a moment. There is also a possible new love interest in Rachels future when Marshall (the witch from Mackinaw Island) appears on her churchs front steps. The Elves (Ceri, Quen, and Trent) are also heavily focused on as they try to save their species.

All of The Hollows characters slip in and out of the story. Even though they are not on the front burner, their presence is shown and their support for our favorite trio is evident. Like when David stops by to lend Rachel his duster, or when Keasley comes to Rachels aid, yet again. We even learn more about the mysterious rockstar Takata!

Diving into the Ever-After was a suspensful scene, and a scary view into the world where the Demons lurk. Kim describes this run down wasteland with such detail, that I can just taste the burnt amber in the back of my throat, and feel the murky air all over. I was nervous to visit the Ever-After, and now Im excited to learn that we will be going back in the future. Of course it will be on our own terms next time!

Jenks as always lends his hysterical one liners, and witty banter with our girls and enemies. He manages to save the day once or twice, and he also has a new tenant in the church, a Gargoyle named Bis. There is still talk of Matalinas illness, and you can feel the pain every time it is mentioned. One can only hope that she will survive through the series.

I hate to give anything away, but I feel it has been out long enough that I can post this very minor spoiler. It was really refreshing when I got to the end of the book and realized that there was no sex at all. The story didnt need it to push along the plot, and it definitely wasnt time for Rachel to take that step with anyone so soon after her loss from For a Few Demons More. The story has fantastic dialogue that keeps you glued to the pages.

(I understand its not a big spoiler, but some people might be miffed about the lack of sex in the book. Yeah, Im talking about you Rachel and Ivy worshippers!)

Overall this is the best book in the series so far. I dont know how Kim will top it (Ive said that before), but I have faith that she will. The Hollows just sucks you in, and once youre there you never want to leave.

If you havent already get out there and buy the book! If you havent started this series I suggest you hop to it!

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