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    Grim Shadows
    Grim Shadows
    Grim Shadows
    Audiobook10 hours

    Grim Shadows

    Written by Jenn Bennett

    Narrated by Amy Landon

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    About this audiobook

    Archaeologist Lowe Magnusson is packing something everyone wants. The djed amulet, a priceless Egyptian artifact, will fetch Lowe a hefty paycheck from one of San Francisco's wealthiest. But when the handsome Swede runs into his patron's uptight daughter, what he once considered easy money becomes maddeningly complicated.

    Cursed with deadly spirits as her constant companions, curator Hadley Bacall must keep calm to hold her dangerous specters at bay and prevent them from lashing out at anything-or anyone. Trouble is, Lowe is driving her crazy, but her father needs the artifact he's transporting. While Hadley can feel the amulet's power, she can't fathom the destruction-or the desire-it's about to stir up.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTantor Media, Inc
    Release dateJun 3, 2014
    ISBN9781494572112
    Grim Shadows
    Author

    Jenn Bennett

    Jenn Bennett is an award-winning author of young adult books, including Alex, Approximately; Starry Eyes; The Lady Rogue; and Always Jane, and the middle grade novels Grumbones and The Knight Thieves. She also writes historical romance and fantasy for adults. Her books have earned multiple starred reviews, won the Romance Writers of America’s RITA® Award, and been included on Publishers Weekly’s Best Books annual list. She currently lives near Atlanta with one husband and two dogs.

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    • 3/5
      3.5 stars

      Rage and hurt called the Mori, who rose up from the floor. Dark limbs, blinking eyes, grotesque features. Monsters, fueled by her pain. Dead things pulled from the Spirit World. Things she didn't understand and could barely control, but they coalesced into a writhing mass of gloom and shifting shadow, crawling up the marble walls and columns. Sniffing out opportunity as they tugged images from her mind. Command us, they whispered inside her head. Dark avengers, read and willing to do her bidding. To avenge her through abhorrent deeds. Through fright. Injury. And death.

      Reading this for the Ghost square for Halloween Bingo, put in a mindset for a more spooky feel, which was probably a bit unfair. The supernatural/paranormal aspect of the Mori spirits that haunted our heroine took too much of a backseat. They come out to play, blast some windows out and try to murder people with chandeliers but they still stayed too much to the background. We don't get the full explanation for them until towards the later half of the book and for having such a huge impact on our heroine's life, they weren't really addressed with any solid conclusion.

      The separate storyline of ancient Egyptian curses, puzzles, and hunting enemies was incredible fun and entertaining but again, I wanted it to be more flushed out; I didn't feel like we really got to know the villain and all his dark deviousness. I wanted this book to be 500pgs, lol.

      The romance was fun, too. The couple's first sex scene felt deep and was hot. However, with everything happening with the supernatural storyline, the couple's relationship took a bit of hit. Both our characters had rich background stories and secondary characters that were full in their own right and only added to the depth of our main couple. The author put in the details for a rich story but it lacked the page count for deep life.

      There were some spooky moments and sexy times, I'll definitely be reading about the hero's younger sister and their servant/bodyguard in the next book.

      "Well, together we might get somewhere, because if you can brew us up some tea and make toast, I'll fry us up some eggs." He glanced down at the purring ball of fur nosing his way into their conversation. "Eggs for three, I suppose. Or maybe we should feed him the deviled ham and see if it'll turn him in to Number Five."
      "Big talk. At the rate you two are going you'll be kicking me out of the covers and cuddling up with him instead."
      "Not on your life." He grazed a barely there finger down her hip as she passed, sending a tiny shiver racing below the silk of her robe. "I like your claws better."
    • 4/5
      Grim Shadows
      4 Stars

      Lowe Magnusson is an unrepentant bad boy - a con artist, a thief and a notorious liar. That is until he meets the one woman who makes him want to be a better man. Hadley Bacall is a spirited and intelligent scholar, yet she yearns for the closeness of friendship and family that has long been denied her. When Lowe and Hadley come together in search of an ancient archeological artifact, sparks fly and windows shatter - literally...

      Excellent historical research results in an immersive setting and a gripping storyline focused on Egyptian lore. Lowe and Hadley’s romance has great potential and the slow burn of their chemistry leads to some very steamy scenes. Nevertheless, it never quite manages to attain the heights of Winter and Aida’s love affair in Bitter Spirits.

      Lowe’s characterization as a con artist with questionable morals makes it difficult to completely accept his heroic status and his growing feelings for Hadley. In turn, Hadley’s naiveté and loneliness make her seem gullible. Consequently, their relationship is not as believable as it should have been.

      The true highlight of the book is the paranormal mystery surrounding the search for the djed amulet. The Da Vinci Code style treasure hunt is engrossing and it is fun following the clues with Hadley and Lowe. While the villain and his motivation are very interesting, the threat he poses never fully materializes and the climax and resolution are exciting, but not 100% satisfying.

      In sum, Grim Shadows is an exceedingly well-researched and well-written paranormal romance with a gripping story and characters that ultimately grow on you. Looking forward to the third installment, which is Bo and Astrid’s story.
    • 4/5
      Another winner by Jenn bennett.
      Review to come closer to release day.
    • 4/5
      Review courtesy of Dark Faerie TalesQuick & Dirty: A con man and his mark team up to find the pieces of an ancient amulet. As his feelings for her grow stronger, this con man’s life starts becoming increasingly complicated. Will he carry through with his plan, or will he let love win out?Opening Sentence: Lowe Magnusson scanned the desolate Union Pacific depot lobby.The Review:I had mixed feelings before starting this book. On one hand, I love Jenn Bennett’s Arcadia Bell series. On the other, the first book in this series fell slightly short of my expectations. Thankfully, this second book in the series fell more in line with what I love about the Arcadia Bell series, combining great characters with an interesting, fast paced plot and a very satisfying love story.Lowe Magnusson has made a living as a con man, uncovering priceless artifacts and then making forgeries of them. He has recently found an infamous amulet at the perfect time, as he is desperately in need of money. His search for a buyer brings him in contact with Hadley, the daughter of a museum curator interested in buying the amulet. When Lowe meets with Hadley’s father, he is told that he’ll be paid extra if the additional pieces of the amulet can be found. These pieces used to be in Hadley’s father’s possession, but Hadley’s mother hid them when they became the cause of a rift between Hadley’s father and his business partner. Now, Hadley and Lowe must team up to find the additional pieces. Someone else is interested in obtaining the complete amulet though, and they have no qualms about killing in order to obtain them. Will Lowe and Hadley be able to find the rest of the amulet first?Lowe and Hadley are perfect together. Their attraction is evident the very first time they meet, and the sexual tension builds up very nicely. There’s no quick hook up here, which is something I loved about this book. I love getting to watch a relationship develop throughout a book, and it’s done beautifully here. The reader gets a chance to truly connect to both Lowe and Hadley before their relationship is consummated.On the subject of connecting to the characters, it was very easy for me to connect to both Lowe and Hadley. Their personalities come through so clearly; they seem like real people. There were many times I found myself chuckling as I read because the way Hadley thinks to herself just seemed so true to life, and very similar to how I tend to think to myself. While I may not have found similarities between myself and Lowe, I still found it extremely easy to connect to him as a character. He’s extremely charming (as con men tend to be), and it comes through very clearly throughout the book. They’re both just such great characters. It truly was a joy to spend time with them.One of my problems with the first book in this series was that it took a long time for it to capture my interest. This is definitely not the case here. The story starts off with a bang, and it honestly never lets up. With a six-week-old baby at home, it takes a very special book to make me want to stay up and read when I could be sleeping, and yet, this book achieved that. There’s really no bigger praise I can give. My reaction to this book has me extremely excited to read the next installment. It should be a fun ride!Notable Scene:The barest of flushes colored her cheeks, but she didn’t look up from her task. “Are you here to make my life miserable?”“I’m here to empty your father’s bank account. Making you miserable is a bonus.”“I do believe that’s the first honest thing you’ve ever told me.”“Don’t let it go to your head.”“The only thing in my head right now is that cock,” she said, nodding toward the wall.Lowe paused. “Pardon?”“I’m in a hurry.”Another pause. Lowe looked where she’d gestured. “You mean…the clock?”“That’s what I said.” But it wasn’t, and her gaze flicked to his crotch – so fast he almost wasn’t sure he saw it until a furious strawberry blush spilled over her cheeks and neck.“Th-that’s what I meant,” she stuttered, then whispered to herself, “Oh, God.”Well, well, well. When was the last time he’d heard that from a woman’s mouth? Had he ever? Hadley Bacall, overflowing with desire for…clock.FTC Advisory: Berkley/Penguin provided me with a copy of Grim Shadows. No goody bags, sponsorships, “material connections,” or bribes were exchanged for my review.
    • 3/5
      I enjoyed the first book in this series, and the follow up was an okay read. GRIM SHADOWS started strong, but the magic kind of fizzled. The hero and heroine didn't have the best chemistry, but their quest was intriguing. It was good to catch up with the characters from the first book.
    • 5/5
      Reviewed by: Rabid ReadsLet me just start this review by saying that Jenn Bennett can do no wrong! Her Urban Fantasy series is among my top 5 in its genre, and now she’s also landed a spot on my Paranormal Romance list with ROARING TWENTIES. The first installment introduced readers to bootlegging and speakeasies; now it’s GRIM SHADOWS’ turn to bring forgery and treasure hunting to life. Once again I loved absolutely everything about this book! Bennett’s writing immediately sucks you right in, and then her characters and universe keep you hooked until the very last page.I loved how different this novel was compared to BITTER SPIRITS; the 1920′s feel remains at the forefront, and the story still revolves around the Magnusson family, but there were more paranormal elements in this installment and the plot focused on mystery rather than danger—although, there was a bit of the latter as well. I enjoyed experiencing the thrill of the hunt through both an archaeologist’s POV, and that of an academic; putting the pieces of the djed amulet puzzle together alongside the protagonists was exciting, and uncovering the real truth behind it all was even more thrilling. Then of course there are the supernatural goodies like the Mori, fire giant, AND griffin—yes folks, this book has it all!At first, I thought there was no way that the younger Magnusson brother was going to be able to compete with Winter, but of course leave it to Bennett to make me feel like a hussy! Lowe’s a con man, a liar and a player so it’s easy to discount him; however he’s just so gosh darned charming with his sexy Swedish accent, way with words and handsome bod. It’s hard to believe a single thing that comes out of this man’s mouth, but he somehow manages to make deceit look hot. Hadley’s his polar opposite with her funeral-like fashion sense, uptight personality and touching phobia. I liked how the author made her character professional yet racy at the same time; if Bacall’s patrons only knew what she has on underneath her drab attire! I loved her insistence on being treated like a man, and her ability to control the Mori made her someone not to be underestimated.It’s hard to make a romance evolve from two strangers to happily-ever-after in one book, and have it be believable, but once again this author makes the feat look easy. I liked how Hadley and Lowe challenged each other on an intellectual level, and their opposing personalities made their dialogue incredibly entertaining to read. Bacall’s fear of touch has resulted in a practically non-existent sex life, so when she finally unleashes her inner goddess the result is explosive! Slow burn romance, infectious chemistry, and squelching romp sessions—Jenn Bennett really can do it all! Her writing always packs one heck of a punch, whether we’re talking action or passion, and a lot of the time the two go hand-in-hand anyway.GRIM SHADOWS exceeded my expectations with more paranormal, more ROARING TWENTIES, and more romance; if I could live off Bennett’s books and the hot Magnusson brothers, I would. 5+ stars.
    • 4/5
      My Booklist review:Combining the derring-do of a treasure hunter and the cheeky chutzpa of a con artist, Lowe Magnusson, brother of the bootlegger in Bennett’s first intrigue-laced, paranormal Roaring Twenties romance, Bitter Spirits (2014), returns to San Francisco with half of an antique amulet. Because he owes money to a gangster, Lowe intends to have a duplicate made to turn over to collector Archibald Bacall while selling the original. Blind, wheelchair-bound Archibald, however, wants more than just the amulet base and hires Lowe to find the four rays, or finishing pieces, that Archibald’s dead wife has hidden somewhere in San Francisco. When Lowe learns that Archibald’s demon-plagued daughter, Hadley, is also looking for the amulet, they reluctantly join forces. Lowe’s sister-in-law, a professional seer, channels Hadley’s mother, who complicates the search. As Lowe and Hadley work through the puzzles, while fighting off ancient Egyptian demons, they learn what true love is. Bennett plumbs the depths of a 1920s San Francisco beset with eerie overtones in her latest rollicking-good tale.
    • 3/5
      *Copy gifted in exchange for an honest review--Actual rating 3.5 SkullsProhibition just got sexy! This the second book in Ms Bennetts Roaring Twenties series is set in a San Francisco that's embracing the twentieth century and all that it entails. Filled with action, magic and more than a little romance this series has found it's own niche. Lovers of both urban fantasy, and paranormal romance will lap these books up as yet again the author transports her readers on a voyage of unparalleled discovery. A top notch historical paranormal world to explore!Lowe Magnusson is trying his hardest to step out of his brother Winters shadow and make a name for himself as an archaeologist but his recent discovery is putting him in danger . He's returning home with a priceless artefact but he's not the only person who wants it. Whilst trying to evade would be thieves he meets the aloof Hadley Bacall whose father just might be interested in purchasing the djed amulet for his museum but something is just wrong. The Amulet is part of something much more sinister and Lowe promises Hadleys father that he will discover the remaining pieces. Hadley is tired of being overlooked because of her sex and insists on helping Lowe but that throws them constantly together and Hadley herself carries a secret and it's one that's just as deadly as what's hunting them!This was quite a slow pace compared to the previous book Bitter Spirits and took a while to really draw me in but when the action got going boy was it a page turner! A wonderful mixture of Egyptian mythology coupled with fantastic magical creatures! This story just keeps building and adding layers that constantly surprise the reader.Lowe is such a funny earthy character with more than a little mischief in his soul. He's a young man with a need to find his place but he's just so sexy! His idea to combine touch with food will have you with tears streaming down your cheeks! For me he was a revelation as the author cleverly treated us to his innermost thoughts and feelings and trust me that man has a very fertile imagination!Hadley is quite a reserved almost aloof character but she's rarely experienced love and acceptance and it's a joy to see her come out of her (very protective )shell and embrace all that life has to offer. She's a strong determined young woman who in many ways feels born before her time but with Lowe by her side prepared to take on any challenge. I think that's the crux of this story as both hero and heroine bring a different perspective and viewpoint into play and the reader gets a glimpse of life before true emancipation .This is not a gentle romantic story as these are strong characters who come to life on the page ! Theirs is a passionate connection filled with much teeth gnashing and distrust but when they connect you will need to turn a fan on! The heat generated between this couple could set the page on fire! So this was a story that surprised me and I can't wait to read more. I'm loving that each book in this series takes me on a journey with characters that really seem to come to life. Would I recommend this book? That's a definite yes ! Interesting characters , unique world building , plot driven adventure and hot romance! What's not to love?