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The Invoker (Lawson the Fixer #2)
by
Jon F. Merz (Goodreads Author)
MEET LAWSON.
A cynical, wise-cracking vampire charged with protecting the Balance - the secret existence of a race of LIVING vampires that have evolved alongside humanity for thousands of years.
A FIXER.
Part-spy, and part-commando -- James Bond with fangs. Lawson mixes shrewd cunning with unmatched lethality to get his job done. He tries his best to dismantle conspiracies, d...more
A cynical, wise-cracking vampire charged with protecting the Balance - the secret existence of a race of LIVING vampires that have evolved alongside humanity for thousands of years.
A FIXER.
Part-spy, and part-commando -- James Bond with fangs. Lawson mixes shrewd cunning with unmatched lethality to get his job done. He tries his best to dismantle conspiracies, d...more
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October 1st 2002
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This was one of those books that I wonder if what was happening in my life while I read it affected me reading it. I liked the very beginning and then later almost wanted to move on to a different book. Because of things happening this week I did continue reading. I probably would have given it a 4 star in the beginning, 2 in the middle and 4 stars again at the end.
I do usually like vampire books and this one had a different take on vampires that was unique. They could be out in daylight and ho...more
I do usually like vampire books and this one had a different take on vampires that was unique. They could be out in daylight and ho...more
I am really enjoying this series! I read the first one and thought it was great, the second one did not disappoint.
I expected the romance from the first book to continue in this one and was mildly surprised when it did not. It was a possibility in the background, though, so I expect it may be explored further in a later book. But its absence did not ruin the book for me. Rather, the plot in this book still grabbed and sustained my interest. Yes, it was another conspiracy plot, with corrupt high...more
I expected the romance from the first book to continue in this one and was mildly surprised when it did not. It was a possibility in the background, though, so I expect it may be explored further in a later book. But its absence did not ruin the book for me. Rather, the plot in this book still grabbed and sustained my interest. Yes, it was another conspiracy plot, with corrupt high...more
Another good one. I liked the Himalayan twist to this and how it explored some more of the Vampires history and heritage, not a lot mind you, it was still a teaser. But Merz obviously plans to keep rolling out more information about them which makes me happy.
It sucks that the Ghurka died. Being a personal fan of the Ghurkas that stung. Anyway, I think that if you liked the first book in this series then you won't be disappointed with this one. I plan on going onto the third in the series as soo...more
It sucks that the Ghurka died. Being a personal fan of the Ghurkas that stung. Anyway, I think that if you liked the first book in this series then you won't be disappointed with this one. I plan on going onto the third in the series as soo...more
The Invoker by Jon F. Merz
On a rainy autumn night in Boston, Lawton is sent to terminate a man whom he believes is a drug dealer. It is just another day in the life of a fixer – a guardian of the secret vampire society that lives within our own, and has its own rules and Council. As the man lays dying, Lawton realizes that there is something wrong with the entire situation and the man – who pleads with Lawton to protect his son – is not at all what he thought. Lawton soon finds himself caught up...more
On a rainy autumn night in Boston, Lawton is sent to terminate a man whom he believes is a drug dealer. It is just another day in the life of a fixer – a guardian of the secret vampire society that lives within our own, and has its own rules and Council. As the man lays dying, Lawton realizes that there is something wrong with the entire situation and the man – who pleads with Lawton to protect his son – is not at all what he thought. Lawton soon finds himself caught up...more
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I'm going through some books I read earlier this year and am horrified to find I neglected to write reviews for the Fixer series. I recommend Jon's books to pretty much anyone who will listen.
Since I read this book earlier this year, I've read everything Lawson currently available. I love the "voice" Jon Merz uses in his writing. It reminds me so much of Robert Parker, another favorite Bostonian.
Lawson has a heart, but he still kicks ass. He's a very well rounded character who is easy to read an...more
Since I read this book earlier this year, I've read everything Lawson currently available. I love the "voice" Jon Merz uses in his writing. It reminds me so much of Robert Parker, another favorite Bostonian.
Lawson has a heart, but he still kicks ass. He's a very well rounded character who is easy to read an...more
Still a lot of fun. Merz is becoming a fave of mine.
This is turning out to be a very interesting series of books. The style is too glib for my very own personal taste, but the author is giving first person narration that is genuinely in character. I don't exactly love Lawson either, but he could not do his job if he had also to be always personable and perfectly in his best grammar and usage. And I do kinda like him. He's a good kind of dope.
The introduction of a magical character into the series is a nice touch. I'm looking forward to seeing whe...more
The introduction of a magical character into the series is a nice touch. I'm looking forward to seeing whe...more
Very good read. Keeps you wanting more.
A continuation of the Lawson series.
Pretty much the same book as the first.
Not to say that it's not a fun read but it's not a lot of growth for Lawson and not a lot of a deviation from the formula of the first book.
a 3.5 but no half grades.
Will continue on to the 3rd book.
Pretty much the same book as the first.
Not to say that it's not a fun read but it's not a lot of growth for Lawson and not a lot of a deviation from the formula of the first book.
a 3.5 but no half grades.
Will continue on to the 3rd book.
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As a writer, Jon has published over a dozen novels including four Lawson Vampire adventures (2002-2003) with Kensington's Pinnacle Books, the Jake Thunder mystery/thriller DANGER-CLOSE (2004) with Five Star Mystery/Thorndike Press, and eight installments in the internationally bestselling adventure series Rogue Angel (2006-present) with Harlequin's Gold Eagle line. His latest thriller PARALLAX deb...more
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