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| |  | History | Home » » » For a Few Demons More (The Hollows, Book 5) | | | | | | | Description: | | Despite dating one vampire and living with another, Rachel Morgan has always managed to stay just ahead of trouble . . . until now.
A fiendish serial killer stalks the Hollows, and no one living in or around Cincinnati—human, inhuman, or undead—is safe. An ancient artifact may be the key to stopping the murderer—a mysterious relic that is now in the hands of Rachel Morgan, fearless independent bounty hunter and reckless witch. But revealing it could ignite a battle to the death among the vast and varied local supernatural races. Rachel's been lucky so far. But even she can't hide from catastrophe forever. | | | Product Details: | | | Author:
| Kim Harrison | | Hardcover:
| 456 pages | | Publisher:
| Eos | | Publication Date:
| March 01, 2007 | | Package Length:
| 8.9 inches | | Package Width:
| 6.3 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.9 inches | | Package Weight:
| 1.3 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 179 reviews |
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 I can't put this fantasy series down, even when it frustrates meNov 21, 2009
Plot Summary: So following book four, Rachel is back in Cincinnati with the demon-cursed focus that everybody wants. When werewolf suicides keep popping up, Rachel investigates and finds foul play. Somebody is torturing werewolves for information, and there's only one thing worth risking a war over, which means that the focus is no longer a secret. If that's not enough, she keeps receiving unwanted visits from demons, and her relationship with Ivy and Kisten is beyond uncomfortable.
This series is so hard to review. I find these books to be utterly compelling and equally confusing at the same time. Toss in a healthy dose of frustration with the heroine, Rachel, and it sounds like these books are a waste of time. Still, I can't deny that once I pick one up, I have a hard time putting it down until I reach the end. It's a love-hate relationship that I'm committed to as long as Ms. Harrison keeps writing, I suppose.
I like the fact that Ms. Harrison doesn't build a perfect world for her characters. It's messy and dangerous, and more often than not, the bad guys emerge victorious. Hey, it's like real life, and even though I gnash my teeth, I applaud the realism. I'd be lying if I said that I understood every single plot twist, but I won't complain when the action runs hot and the surprises are thick on the ground.
This is probably the only series that I don't follow for the romance. In fact, it's my least favorite part. The whole Ivy-Kisten-Rachel love triangle tries my patience, and I keep hoping that a new guy will emerge on the scene. At this point I wouldn't mind if Rachel fell in love with a demon, as long as I didn't have to listen to any more conversations about whether Rachel should share blood and sex with Ivy. It seems to be a recurring theme that Ms. Harrison is unwilling to drop. I say either go for it, or let it die, but no more please.
Lots of heavy action at the end, which I will not discuss. There have been too many spoilers in the reviews as it is. I've got book six, The Outlaw Demon Wails (The Hollows, Book 6), in my stack for next week.
 HeartbrokenNov 15, 2009
If you haven't read this book yet...DO NOT READ THIS REVIEW!! SPOILER!!
The loss of Kisten devastated me. I know, get over it already it is a fictional character and my emotions are the result of good writing. I am not normally one to be attached to fictional characters, well not since Angel and Buffy but I was in high school and Joss Whedon is awesome, go figure.
Kim Harrison, if you happen to read this, I LOVE the relationships you have written in to this series and I often find myself laughing out loud while reading their interactions. This is why I was taken so far aback by the lack of exploration into Rachel, Ivy and Kisten's relationship. They could have been one seriously interesting poly-dynamic. No, I am not reading your books with my hormones but crappy things are always happening to Rachel and Ivy and Kisten. I just felt that they deserved better. Also, on a more embarrassing note, I cried at my desk while reading the heartache of Kitsens death. I felt a great loss.
 For a Few Demons MoreNov 13, 2009
I really have enjoyed this entire series - The suspense, drama and world wind adventures have kept me totally enthralled. This books ending was really hard for me and makes me wonder where will it go now without Kisten (Tear Tear). Of course I will push forward with hopes the book will still stay strong without him, but if Jenks meets his demise in book 6 I will definitely need some counseling (LOL)
Great addition to the series, wrenching...Oct 29, 2009
This was another great addition to the series. The plot was fast-paced and tense, making it hard to put down at times. With each book, the author seems to get better at developing the characters and making their relationships more complex, yet believable. I love how I'm starting to think of each character (even secondary characters) as my friends - hurting for them, and cheering for them, depending on the circumstances. ;) The author's humor has also shown through more and more in each book, usually via Jenks' one-liners. Hilarious! I don't want to post spoilers for anyone, but I'll just say that the ending was wrenching. Very hard for me to read. I'm glad I was alone so no one could see me wiping away the tears. Now on to the next...
for a few demons moreSep 17, 2009
the rachel morgan series rocks. It makes you laugh outloud and leaves you wanting to read more. Kim Harrisons characters are exciting and alive
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