Kingdom of Shadow and Light by Karen Marie Moning – a Review

Kingdom of Shadow and Light by Karen Marie Moning – a Review

 

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From the moment MacKayla Lane arrived in Dublin to hunt her sister’s murderer, she’s had to fight one dangerous battle after the next: to survive, to secure power, to keep her city safe, to protect the people she loves.

The matter of who’s good and who’s evil can be decided by the answer to a single question: Whose side are you on?

Now, as High Queen of the Fae, Mac faces her greatest challenge yet: ruling the very race she was born to hunt and kill – a race that wants her dead yesterday, so they can put a pure-blooded Fae queen on the throne.

But challenges with her subjects are the least of her concerns when an ancient, deadly foe resurfaces, changing not only the rules of the game but the very game itself, initiating a catastrophic sequence of events that have devastating consequences and leave Mac questioning everything she’s ever learned and everyone she’s ever loved. Now begins an epic battle between Mortal and Fae, Seelie and Unseelie, would-be kings and would-be queens, with possession of the Unseelie King’s virtually unlimited power and the fate of humanity at stake.

From the exquisite, deadly gardens of the High Queen’s court, to long-forgotten truths found in the Sacred Grove of Creation, from the erotic bed of her enigmatic, powerful lover to the darkest, seductive reaches of the Unseelie kingdom, Mac’s final journey takes her places no human has been before, and only one human could possibly survive…One who’s willing to sacrifice everything.

 

 

Review:

A Kingdom of Shadow and Light by Karen Marie Moning is the 11th book in her fantastic Fever series. Upon completion of reading this book, I was thrilled how Moning finished this series, especially how she added on some epilogues.  As much as I will miss Mac, Barrons, Dani, Ryoden, etc,  I was happy to see the conclusion of this series, which was an exciting and wild ride, as well as being very satisfying. 

We pick up after High Voltage left off, as Mac is now the High Queen of the Fae, and faces her enemies daily, as even in her own courts they try to kill her.  With Barrons still close by protecting Mac, as well as her friends, she manages to be a step ahead of the enemies, but she learns of a powerful ancient enemy, who everyone thought dead, and chaos is about to put them all in danger. Where does Mac turn; as many of those close to her all of a sudden are missing, including her father, Dani, Kat’s daughter, etc.

What follows is an ultra-exciting, wild, mind bending story, though very early on it was a bit slow, but quickly changes to a nonstop thriller all the way.   The stakes are high, as Mac is determined to save humans and the Fae, as well as the Seelie, and the question is still out there as to who will become the next King, with 4 possible candidates.   The chapters revolve around mostly Mac, Dani and newcomer Lyryka, with some others along the way.  There is a lot of fear, as we see many of our favorites in dangerous situations.  Who will live and who will survive? 

I will not give spoilers, as it will most definitely ruin things for you, and this is a difficult review to write, since so much happens; especially with so many twists and turns as we race to the climax.  A Kingdom of Shadow and Light was a rollercoaster of a wild ride throughout, and ¾ of the book was non-stop and very emotional on so many levels.  As I noted earlier, it was wonderful to spend so much time with our favorites, Mac, Barrons, Dani, Ryodan, Shazham, Christian, Kat, just to name a few, as I loved every moment of this series.  Thank you Karen Marie Moning for this wonderful closure of the series.  If you are a Fever fan, you must read this book, to get the perfect closure to the series.

Reviewed by Barb

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High Voltage by Karen Marie Moning – a Review

High Voltage by Karen Marie Moning – a Review

 

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There is no action without consequence…

Dani O’Malley was nine years old when the delusional, sadistic Rowena transformed her into a ruthless killer. Years later, she’s tough, hardened, yet achingly vulnerable and fiercely compassionate, living alone by her own exacting code. Despite the scars on her body, driven by deeper ones carved into her soul, no one is more committed to protecting Dublin. By day, she ensures the safety of those she rescues, by night she hunts evil, dispensing justice swiftly and without mercy, determined to give those she cares for the peace she has never known.

There is no power without price…

When the Faerie Queen used the dangerously powerful Song of Making to heal the world from the damage done by the Hoar Frost King, catastrophic magic seeped deep into the earth, giving rise to horrifying, unforeseen consequences–and now deadly enemies plot in the darkness, preparing to enslave the human race and unleash an ancient reign of hell on Earth.

There is no future without sacrifice…

With the lethal, immortal Ryodan at her side, armed with the epic Sword of Light, Dani once again battles to save the world but her past comes back to haunt her with a vengeance, demanding an unspeakable price for the power she needs to save the human race and no one—not even Ryodan who’d move the very stars for her—can save her this time…

 

 

Review:

High Voltage by Karen Marie Moning is the 10th book in her Fever series.  I am a fan of Moning and her fantastic Fever series.  We have been waiting a long time for Dani’s story, and I for one could not wait to get my hands on High Voltage.

Background: Dani O’Malley has been one of my all time favorites, and when we met her at the start, she was a precocious 14 year old girl, who became Mac’s (Fever heroine) best friend, and together they fought off the enemies that haunted them all.  Dani had a terrible childhood, being caged by her mother, until she escaped and became one of the youngest sidhe-seers at the abbey.  Rowena was the leader of the girls in the abbey, and we learned over time, that she changed Dani into a fierce warrior, and also a killer.  It pained me to see that Dani and Mac’s friendship ended when Mac found out who killed her sister.  When Dani spent over 5 years in the Silvers (Fae ), she changed into Jada, a polished and grown woman, who returned to the abbey to be the powerful leader of the of sidhe-seers.  Ryodan, our hero, has known forever that Dani/Jada was destined for him, but he had to wait for this young girl to grow up into a woman. In Feversong, it was great to see Dani and Mac resume their deep friendship to help bring peace in Ireland.

In High Voltage, the story revolves around Dani and Ryodan and war that is on the horizon between the Fae, Gods and humans.  Dani is a very confident young woman, knowing how powerful she has become, as well as being fearless.  It’s been two years since Ryodan left saying he had to go away, and would be back.  She resents that he has not called or left a message in those two years.  Dani finds herself in serious situations, one from a soul stealer that she manages to escape.  Shortly thereafter, Ryodan returns and Dani gives him the cold shoulder.  We have known for many books that Ryodan is the man for Dani, but we also knew she had to grow up.  Now this is their time, and their lust for each other was hotter than hell.  But Ryodan was holding back, making sure Dani was really ready for him, and had the same feelings.  Moning did this perfectly, and when we get nearer to the end, we will have our wishes granted.

But first Dani must survive what is happening to her, as well as those trying to kill her.   Slowly, Dani finds her body turning black, which started after she killed a hunter (dragon).  She works with Kat (another regular who runs the Abbey), and the sidhe-seers to stop the villain, who is killing many people. We also get to see Christian and Sean again, one ready to fight and the other unable to control his darkness.   We also got to see the Nine help Dani and Ryodan fight off attacks from the Faes. 

What follows is an ultra exciting story, though early on was a bit slow, that puts Dani and everyone in danger.  But the best part of this story was the romance between Ryodan and Dani that we have waited forever.  Ryodan is tough, intense and violent, but Dani makes him feel again, and his love for her was beautiful to see.  Dani knows she loves Ryodan, and as she continues to gain more power, she is ready to act on her love.  As her body changes each day, she becomes a dangerous tool that could help fight the enemy, but will  ruin everything else by her inability to touch anyone.

I will not give spoilers, but the last third of the book, was very emotional  in so many levels. …the powerful love of Dani and Ryodan; her love for her Hel-Cat Shazam was fun; and when she meet Y’Rill and learns what she has become.  OMG…Karen  that was so awesome.  I had smiles on my face a long time after I finished the book, making me completely happy.  The emotions we feel when the relationship between Dani and Ryodan finally lights up in a fiery joyful ending.   Well done, Karen Marie Moning. Of course, I want more of Dani, Ryodan, Mac, Barrons and all the others. 

Reviewed by Barb

 

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Feversong by Karen Marie Moning – a Review

Feversong by Karen Marie Moning – a Review

 

Feversong
Fever series – Book #9
by Karen Marie Moning
Release Date: January 17. 2017

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Karen Marie Moning returns with the epic conclusion to her pulse-pounding Fever series, where a world thrown into chaos grows more treacherous at every turn. As Mac, Barrons, Ryodan, and Jada struggle to restore control, enemies become allies, right and wrong cease to exist, and the lines between life and death, lust and love, disappear completely.

Black holes loom menacingly over Dublin, threatening to destroy the Earth. Yet the greatest danger is the one MacKayla Lane has unleashed from within: the Sinsar Dubh—a sentient book of unthinkable evil—has possessed her body and will stop at nothing in its insatiable quest for power.

The fate of Man and Fae rests on destroying the book and recovering the long-lost Song of Making, the sole magic that can repair the fragile fabric of the Earth. But to achieve these aims, sidhe-seers, the Nine, Seelie, and Unseelie must form unlikely alliances and make heart-wrenching choices. For Barrons and Jada, this means finding the Seelie Queen who alone can wield the mysterious song, negotiating with a lethal Unseelie prince hell-bent on ruling the Fae courts, and figuring out how to destroy the Sinsar Dubh while keeping Mac alive.

This time, there’s no gain without sacrifice, no pursuit without risk, no victory without irrevocable loss. In the battle for Mac’s soul, every decision exacts a tremendous price

 

Review:

Feversong by Karen Marie Moning is the 9th and final book in her fantastic Fever series.  I am a big fan of the Fever series and Karen Moning.  When I heard that Feversong would be the end of Mac & Barrons story, I could not wait to get my hands on this book.  The fact that I was able to finish the book (560 pages) in one day proves how good an author is that you are so immersed into the story that you could not stop reading; and Moning is one of the best.  I have loved my time in the Fever world, and loved loved these great characters; Mac, Barrons, Dani/Jada, Ryodan, Cruce/VLane, etc.  Even the secondary, as well as evil characters were all great.

In Feversong, Mac finally takes control of her destiny and becomes what we had hoped she would be.  When we left off in the last book, the evil Sinsar Dubh takes control of Mac after she saves herself and Dani.  Along the way the evil being in control threatens anyone who stands in the way, which includes the death of some characters we have known for awhile.  Also in Dublin and around the world, things are falling apart, with Earth slowly crumbling.  

The group who has led us here throughout this series tries desperately to find a way to stop the Sinsar Dubh and try to stop the overall destruction.  Mac will find a way to rise up and become a strong fierce person and take control again; but for how long and for what cost?

What follows is an exciting, pulse-pounding action filled adventure that at times is dark and terrifying, and other times gloriously happy and romantic.  I do not want to give spoilers, since each fan of this series needs to read Feversong.  I loved how Mac became what I had hoped she would, and loved the sweet conclusion to her and Barrons arc.  I love everything about Dani, who has been one of my favorites from the beginning.  To see her have the strength of the tough confident Jada was great, but to see my Dani back was awesome.  Ryodan was his normal self; controlled and always looking out for Dani, even to letting her go…just a little.  Dancer was a surprise and this was a nice, but bittersweet element to the story.  Cruce/Vlane was either his nasty side, or the charming friend that Mac trusted at one time.  I loved finally learning more about Dani’s Shazam.  What is he?  Is he real? You will have to read Feversong to find out.

The last third of the book was wild and emotional.  So much happens that you cannot blink, and you will need some tissues close by.  As I have noted before, in the Fever series, Moning has given us some wonderful complex characters that have kept us along for this emotional  roller coaster of a ride. I loved Feversong, but please please Karen, even if this is the end of the Mac/Barrons story; I want and need more of Dani, as she has so much more to tell.  Thank you Karen Marie Moning for another fantastic story.

Reviewed by Barb

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Feverborn by Karen Marie Moning – a Review

Feverborn by Karen Marie Moning – a Review

 

Feverborn
Fever series – Book #8
by Karen Marie Moning
Release date: January 19, 2016

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When the immortal race of the Fae destroyed the ancient wall dividing the worlds of Man and Faery, the very fabric of the universe was damaged and now Earth is vanishing bit by bit. Only the long-lost Song of Making—a haunting, dangerous melody that is the source of all life itself—can save the planet.

But those who seek the mythic Song—Mac, Barrons, Ryodan and Jada—must contend with old wounds and new enemies, passions that burn hot and hunger for vengeance that runs deep. The challenges are many: The Keltar at war with nine immortals who’ve secretly ruled Dublin for eons, Mac and Jada hunted by the masses, the Seelie queen nowhere to be found, and the most powerful Unseelie prince in all creation determined to rule both Fae and Man. Now the task of solving the ancient riddle of the Song of Making falls to a band of deadly warriors divided among—and within—themselves.

Once a normal city possessing a touch of ancient magic, Dublin is now a treacherously magical city with only a touch of normal. And in those war-torn streets, Mac will come face to face with her most savage enemy yet: herself.

 

Review:

Feverborn by Karen Marie Moning is the 8th book in her wonderful Fever series. If you have not read this series, it will be too difficult to explain. You need to go to the beginning and start book 1 to learn all about Dublin, Barrons, Mac, Dani, Ryodan, Fae, Unseelie, Seelie, War, and many many other things.   If you are a fan of Fever, I will give my thoughts about what I liked and didn’t like about this book; though I enjoy most things in this series.

If you have not read Burned or Feverborn, please be aware that this review has some Spoilers

It was great to be back in the Fever world.  I loved spending time with Mac, Barrons, 
Dani/Jada, Ryodan, Christian, and company. I thought that the book kind of split into two. The fun exciting and informative part, and the part that was a bit repetitive and somewhat slow.

At the end of the last book (Burned), Dageus MacKeltar was beyond the grave. In Feverborn, in the very beginning we see through Mac’s eyes the terrible transformation that he will endure, and for the rest of book, we did not learn much more about Dageus’s. Christian, who is now fully becoming a powerful Unseelie Prince found out about Daegas, but that was the extent of what we learned. I always like Christian and would love to see more of him in the future.

Mac’s dead sister, Alina, is back. Is she real? Is it Fae magic to trick Mac?  Or a vision from Sinsar Dubh? Frankly, this leaves me with mixed feelings. Mac to have her sister back is nice for her, but at the same time, it is Alina’s death that drove Mac to be what she is today. I am not sure if I like this part.

This was a good story, with Mac finding herself in danger, with false accusations, not to mention everything falling apart. Soon, Jada finds herself in the same predicament as Mac. But the danger of the black holes, and how to save the world is the main plot, besides Mac & Barrons constantly jumping each others bones often, or Ryodan trying to get Jada to let him help, and tattoo her for him to always find her, should she go missing again.

Whatever Dani went through in the 5 ½ years in the Silvers, she changed or morphed into a polished tough beautiful grown woman in Jada. Shazam is a new character, that seemed to be her companion and Savior while she was trapped in the Silvers, helping her survive. By the end of the book, we will learn much more about Dani’s mental state, how damaged she really is, which will bring tears to Mac’s and our eyes. I love Mac and Dani. I like that it seems like they were finally able to talk and have the chance to get back to where they were if only they can escape their predicament. I know many people don’t like Mac, but I have always liked her, and look forward to how this series will end with her and Dani/Jada.

Another thought…I do not want Dani/Jada with Dancer.  I want to see her with Ryodan
and see her tame him a bit. Ryodan has always shown how much he cares about her, he knows what he wants, but Jada’s coldness forces him to deal with the fact that he may not win her in the end. Ryodan must find a way to merge the tough grown up feared leader that Jada is, with the fun loving emotional reckless Dani.  I look forward that time when this happens.  Cruce also had a small part in this story, and we know that he will be a major part in the next book.  Looking forward to that also.

What I loved the most was the emotional ending between Mac and Dani, bringing us back to the way they were; a chance that Mac and Dani would finally be the sisters they were meant to be.  There was a cliffhanger at the end, and it was a good one.  A bit mindblowing that will have me worried and on the edge for a full year before Karen gives us the next Fever book.  I love this series, and love Karen Marie Moning‘s writing.

Reviewed by Barb

 

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Burned by Karen Marie Moning – a Dual Review

Burned by Karen Marie Moning – a Dual Review

 

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It’s easy to walk away from lies. Power is another thing.

MacKayla Lane would do anything to save the home she loves. A gifted sidhe-seer, she’s already fought and defeated the deadly Sinsar Dubh—an ancient book of terrible evil—yet its hold on her has never been stronger.

When the wall that protected humans from the seductive, insatiable Fae was destroyed on Halloween, long-imprisoned immortals ravaged the planet. Now Dublin is a war zone with factions battling for control. As the city heats up and the ice left by the Hoar Frost King melts, tempers flare, passions run red-hot, and dangerous lines get crossed.

Seelie and Unseelie vie for power against nine ancient immortals who have governed Dublin for millennia; a rival band of sidhe-seers invades the city, determined to claim it for their own; Mac’s former protégé and best friend, Dani “Mega” O’Malley, is now her fierce enemy; and even more urgent, Highland druid Christian MacKeltar has been captured by the Crimson Hag and is being driven deeper into Unseelie madness with each passing day. The only one Mac can depend on is the powerful, dangerous immortal Jericho Barrons, but even their fiery bond is tested by betrayal.

It’s a world where staying alive is a constant struggle, the line between good and evil gets blurred, and every alliance comes at a price. In an epic battle against dark forces, Mac must decide who she can trust, and what her survival is ultimately worth

Barb’s Review:

Burned by Karen Moning is the 7th book in her fabulous Fever series. When we last left off in the world of MacKayla Lane and Jericho Barrons in Shadowfever, it was technically the end of their arc. The last book, Iced, entered a new arc with Dani, Ryodan and Christian, which I did enjoy. However, there was some backlash that some fans felt that Dani, at 14, was way too young for Ryodan, even though there was no real romance between them…yet.

In Burned, we return to the world of Mac, Jericho, Dani, Ryodan and the rest of the Fever gang. I was so happy to spend time again with Mac and Jericho, and Dani, even if we only got a glimpse of her early on. Burned was a fantastic read, and I have come away with such respect for Karen Moning. She has enhanced this story, answering some of the questions left open in Iced, as well as brought back Mac in her full glory. Burned was a culmination of all of our favorite characters, the abbey and the sidhe-seers; and the ones we disliked such as the Faes (Seelie , Unseelie) and the creatures they have created; as well as the evil Sinsar Dubh, still lurking;. But most of all Moning has miraculously come up with a solution many fans were crying for, Dani being too young for Ryodan. Wow. I didn’t see this coming, and it was an amazing twist. Loved it, even if I still miss & love the wild and crazy Dani, and before you ask, there is still no sexual relations between them yet. If you want to know about the twist, you will need to read this book.

What follows is a fantastic story that keeps you hooked until the very last page. With Dublin still iced, there are some dangerous elements that need resolution. The MacKeltars are working with Barrons and Ryodan to find a way to rescue Christian from his daily torture at the hands of the Crimson Hag. The Unseelie Princes, and the new Seelie King are also around, creating more havoc. But the major part of the story is the new group of sidhe-seers, now taking over the abbey. These sidhe-seers are more like mercenaries, able to fight anyone and everything; they are led by their leader, Jada, who is bad assed & ultra powerful. Whereas the previous group from the abbey were friends with Mac, not so this newer and dangerous group.

Though everyone played a big part of this book, I felt Mac was the star and loved her. I do have to say that my opinion of Ryodan has changed for the better. We learn more about him, some eye openers, and know he truly does care about Dani.

There is so much more to tell, but it would then become spoilers. I do want to add that I absolutely love love Lor. LOL I did think that some parts, with Mac or Christian delving into the past was not necessary, adding on to the pages. But it did not change my thoughts on this wonderful book. The last half of the book was a wild ride that was very exciting, with tense and fun moments. The ending has you holding on to your last breath, and then there was a cliffhanger, which of course, Moning is known for. But I can’t wait, for the next book. I want to know more about Mac, Barrons, Dani, Ryodan, Christian, Lor and Jada.

 

Miranda’s Review:

BURNED, written by Karen Marie Moning, is the highly anticipated 7th installment of the Fever series.   This is a novel surrounded by large amounts of hype, controversy, and mixed reviews. If you are a long time fan, with the expectation that this will feel like the original five books of the Fever series, I will tell you it does not. If you are coming to this book with the hopes that it contains a different mood than we received in ICED, this is a complete 180. If you are coming to this book simply for the enjoyment of the adventure Ms. Moning takes us upon, BURNED will feel like the beginning of a brand new journey.  

If you have never read Karen Marie Moning, and are a fan of an author who continuously changes it up, and keeps you guessing, this is a series for you. I have been reading her work for close to ten years now, and over those years, she has flipped the game on readers more times than I can count. I used to think of her work as predictable. (Not in a bad way.) I used to know where I stood when opening one of her books, and like many others, I was perfectly content with the previous style of Moning’s Highlander series. Having been a long time reader of the Fantasy genre, which is oft times dark & heart wrenching, I knew I could always count on the World of the Kelter for a happily ever after. I can honestly say that the Fever series is the polar opposite, and one of those pieces in literature that will push a reader to their limits, and beyond their comfort zone.

I did not enter the Fever world easily, or quietly. Gone was my guarantee of a HEA. Gone was my ability to discern the “good guys” from the bad. Gone was the beautiful, calming descriptions of The Highlands; and In their stead, was a dark, twisted world, where the lines between evil and good are blurred. No one is who they appear to be, and survival is guaranteed to none–let alone the attainment of happiness. I struggled many times throughout my journey of this series, and nearly gave it up twice…and would have, but for one reason. Jericho Barrons. Those that have read this series, know there is no need to explain further why I kept coming back, book after book. I will only elaborate by saying the character of Jericho Barrons truly has no equal. Upon the completion of Shadow Fever, I was very glad that I held on. In one of the most satisfying conclusions to a story arc I have ever had the pleasure to read, KMM culminated every agonizing step, masterfully.

After reading ICED, I debated for the third time, whether or not to continue with this roller coaster I found myself on. There were things I loved, and there were things I despised. One of the things I enjoyed, was seeing the world through the eyes of Dani O’ Malley. Although I do not typically find a “young” perspective very enjoyable. Dani’s narration was different than what I had come to expect from such. I found her completely refreshing as a main female lead, and as each page turned, I learned more about the travesty that was Dani’s childhood. For me, this made her vibrance all the more incredible. In Dani’s character, readers will discover someone that lives each day as if it were her last. In example, I present one of my favorite quotes from Dani’s point of view. “Life’s a choice: you can live in black and white, or you can live in colour. I’ll take every shade of the rainbow and the gazillion in between!” To put it simply, Dani splashes the dark Fever world with color. Despite my love of Dani…I spent two years on the fence as to whether or not I should read BURNED. The decision was made, when I discovered that the 7th installment would bring us back to the perspective of Mackayla Lane.

Admittedly, I have some mixed emotions about this. I was incredibly happy to be back with “Barrons” and “Ms. Lane.” Yet my one complaint…is that I missed Dani’s energy terribly. Where does Dani go you ask? You might think you can guess…you may have heard from others who have read the book, but what actually happens to Dani is something completely unexpected. Read, and learn the truth for yourself. Although we seem to be playing a bit of musical chairs with all the changes in P.O.V, readers will fall back into Mac’s perspective as easily as if we had never left. This is a heroine who has always been made up of a complex blend of dimensions. Endearingly clueless, infuriatingly self-doubtful. Like many of us in life, she doesn’t have all the answers, and she rarely knows what to do…and like many of us, she probably never will. Mac is flawed, and Mac is real. This is a character who is innately good at her core, and yet, has been forced to become a little bad. Pink Mac vs. Savage Mac. Right or wrong. Love her, or hate her. In the end, she will do whatever it takes, and she will get the job done. I find her narration unique, and entertaining on all levels, and cannot get enough of her witty, laugh out loud thought processes.

Overall, I found BURNED to be a fast paced, complicated, and jarring orchestra of events. Brimming with informative dialog, fascinating mystery, and intense emotion. Once again, readers will be unable to recognize the World they find themselves in. A place that is somehow more dark, more twisted, and more terrifying. One where bitter enemies must stand together, and former alliances fall. New challenges, and danger come forth, and everything we have learned, is brought into question. Characters we thought we knew, become strangers before our very eyes, while others, like Jericho Z. Barrons, remain ever constant. And still others, will reveal elements about themselves, we never could have imagined. After ICED, I thought I knew all the answers…kudos to Ms. Moning for changing the questions. I look forward to where she will take us next.  

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Fevermoon-Press Release

Fevermoon-Press Release

From the press release for Fever Moon:

“Full of otherworldly creatures, action, and magic, Karen Marie Moning’s #1 New York Times bestselling Fever series has long been ripe for translation into full-color graphic novel form. FEVER MOON (Del Rey Hardcover; July 10, 2012) is an original story set within the world of Shadowfever. Written by Moning, adapted by David Lawrence and gorgeously illustrated by Al Rio and Cliff Richards, it will captivate Moning’s fans and delight readers of graphic novels such as Fables and Sandman.

In Shadowfever, MacKayla confronts an eerie, dangerous being that almost steals her voice and mind. Appearing as a tall, gaunt, faceless man nattily dressed in tailcoat and spats, he is called the Fear Dorcha—ageless, evil, and full of rage against humanity. When Mac meets him in Chester’s, she averts destruction only through the intervention of the dreamy-eyed bartender.

In FEVER MOON, young sidhe-seer Dani is not so fortunate. Now, for the first time, Moning reveals what happened to Dani during her absence from the events of Shadowfever—and follows Mac and Barrons as they desperately search for an otherworldly killer wreaking havoc on the streets of Dublin.

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ICED by Karen Marie Moning-Cover Reveal

From Karen Marie Moning Facebook page.

“I figure the folks that are the most interesting get to go to heaven. I mean, if I was God, that’s who I’d want there with me. I also figure being eternally happy would be eternally boring so I try not to be too interesting, even though it’s hard for me. I’d rather be a superhero in hell than an angel in heaven. What the feck would I do all day if I wasn’t kicking demon ass?”

Iced will be released Oct. 30, 2012.

The first book in Karen Marie Moning’s new Deckle Edge series featuring Dani O’Malley is ICED. Dani was the young woman who teamed with Mackayla in KMM’s FEVER series

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