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Hunter (Demons of Oblivion #2)

by Skyla Dawn Cameron (Goodreads Author)

4.07 of 5 stars 4.07 · rating details · 30 ratings · 10 reviews

Sometimes natural predators need to be kept in check, and for that, there's Ryann David. Orphaned as an infant and raised by an exiled branch of the church to become a warrior for God, she and her fellow members of Venatores Daemonum have trained all their lives with only one purpose: destroy all demons in the mortal realm.

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Published August 30th 2011 by Mundania Press LLC (first published August 2011)

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Sep 13, 2011 Roxanne rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

You think sacramental wine is great, just wait ’til I introduce you to Baileys.”

Who would have thought having a nun as narrator of an Urban Fantasy book would work so well?! Not me, that's for sure but somehow Skyla Dawn Cameron manages to pull it off very well.

This is the second book in the Demons of Oblivion series and it's about a nun called Ryann David, she lives in an institute for hunters and has been raised to believe anything supernatural is the devils work. But she's not like all the...more

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Jan 12, 2012 Alexia Chantel rated it 3 of 5 stars

3.5 Stars

A young hunter out on her own for the first time. Her first vampire kill. Her first look at herself as a killer. Not everything is quite what she expected.

Hunter begins with Ryann’s distorted view of the world. Being raised by the church and trained her whole life to rid the world of demons and vampires it is difficult for Ry to buck the system and realize maybe she (and those who are in charge of the Hunters) were wrong. In the real world very little is truly black and white. So can Ry...more

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Feb 18, 2012 Nereid rated it 3 of 5 stars

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I recently finished reading Bloodlines and then jumped straight into Hunter so I must admit it took me a couple of chapters to become immersed in the story. I did find it a bit slow in the beginning with all the background on Ryann and her fellow hunters. Ryann was a bit annoying at the start but she becomes more interesting when she has a crisis of faith and has to decide whether to follow the rules as she was taught or do what she knows is right. Zara makes an appearance and the action picks u...more

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Jan 08, 2012 Sarah-Jane Lehoux rated it 5 of 5 stars

Hunter is the second in the Demons of Oblivion series by Skyla Dawn Cameron. I really enjoyed the first (Bloodlines), and was anxious to read the sequel.

Let me preface this review by stating that I am a friend of the author, and received this book as a gift. However, she did not ask me for a review, and I wouldn't be giving one if I didn't think the book was deserving of one.

Hunter is narrated by Ryann, an orphan who is chosen to become a demon hunting nun. On her very first assignment, Ryann's...more Hunter is the second in the Demons of Oblivion series by Skyla Dawn Cameron. I really enjoyed the first (Bloodlines), and was anxious to read the sequel.

Let me preface this review by stating that I am a friend of the author, and received this book as a gift. However, she did not ask me for a review, and I wouldn't be giving one if I didn't think the book was deserving of one.

Hunter is narrated by Ryann, an orphan who is chosen to become a demon hunting nun. On her very first assignment, Ryann's faith in everything she has been raised to believe comes into question as her sworn enemy becomes her friend, and the church, her only family, proves itself to be less than trustworthy.

You'd think that reading about the trials and tribulations of a nun would be boring, but that couldn't be further from the truth. Ryann was an amazingly crafted character, and I loved her right from the first page. She has what I adore in characters - duality. On one hand, she is naive and insecure, on the other, she is a kick ass, never-give-up heroine. I was drawn into her journey, and I laughed and cringed as she explored the world outside the confines of the church.

The supporting cast was equally engaging. From the alcoholic psychic to the newborn vampire, the new characters introduced were funny, tragic, and inspiring all at once. Recurring characters from Bloodlines were welcomed additions to the mix. Zara Lain is, of course, an awesome epitome of an anti-heroine, and it was fun to see her from someone else's point of view. It makes her that much more complex.

One thing I love about Skyla's writing is her ability to make the universe seem real. Little snippets here and there about things going on outside the main plot, both fantasical and day-to-day (eg. all the references to Canadian culture are great!), made me even more emotionally invested in the story.

But what I loved best about this book was the romance between Ryann and Ellie. And that says a lot because normally romances make me gag. I think it was how naturally it progressed, rather than being shoved down my throat. It was sweet without being sickening, and had tension instead of over done angst. Also, because of Ryann's upbringing, the relationship didn't rely on sex to show how much they cared for one another, which was really refreshing.

I highly recommend Hunter to anyone looking for a new take on the urban fantasy genre, and I look forward to reading the next in the series, Lineage, which is due to be released in the next few months. To learn more about Hunter and the rest of the Demons of Oblivion series, please visit the official Zara Lain website. http://www.skyladawncameron.com/zaral...(less)

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Feb 26, 2012 Sharon rated it 5 of 5 stars

The second book in the Demons of Oblivion series.

Bloodlines, the first book, was told from the point of view of Zara Lain (a sassy vampire assassin) but this second book, Hunter, is narrated by a totally different character – Ryann David, the demon hunting nun.

In Hunter I found myself completely turned around. From championing Zara in the first book, in this one I found myself wanting her staked and beheaded which I think shows the talents of Ms Cameron’s wordsmithing. Of course, things are nev...more

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Feb 15, 2012 J.A. Saare rated it 5 of 5 stars

Like many others, I wondered how Hunter would differ from Bloodlines due to the change in narrator. Zara is loud, snarky and unapologetic. So how would I like the demon hunting nun Ryann?

A helluva lot.

The plot in Hunter is fantastic, taking the reader on a fast paced journey. I love the world Skyla Dawn Cameron has created and the characters who are larger than life. As promised, the books have many threads that come together to create a vivid tapestry. No one is safe, and that's what makes the...more

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Sep 04, 2011 Melissa Hayden rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Ryann is training to be a Venatores Daemonum ~ Demon Hunter. Taking her final exam Christian, Ryann's lovely mentor, and Grace, Christian's girlfriend which is forbidden in the church, think she should pass and give high recommendations. Ryann is Christian's star pupil and Ryann feels he is a close friend. Father Matthew points out all her flaws, showing she doesn't follow the rules and goes on her own. Passing Ryann on Christian's recommendation, their best Hunter, Ryann passes and starts on he...more Ryann is training to be a Venatores Daemonum ~ Demon Hunter. Taking her final exam Christian, Ryann's lovely mentor, and Grace, Christian's girlfriend which is forbidden in the church, think she should pass and give high recommendations. Ryann is Christian's star pupil and Ryann feels he is a close friend. Father Matthew points out all her flaws, showing she doesn't follow the rules and goes on her own. Passing Ryann on Christian's recommendation, their best Hunter, Ryann passes and starts on her first case....one that could change her views and life forever. Grace was murdered by her assignment and now Ryann and five others go after this cold blooded Vampire assassin, one known for killing several people about 5 years back in a big battle and even friends for money. Who is it? I think you can guess. ;)

I have to say Skyla has a way with character growth! Skyla is talented at setting up characters to be ones readers may not like then bring them to a point where you worry about them, even cheer for them. Surprisingly like them. Can I say that is a sign of great writing? Ha, I think I did. We start off with Ryann just graduating from school. She's new and young. She has strong beliefs that things are white and black. Ryann has spunk too. She talked back to the Father about her test, though kindly, and stands up to a bully. But he has her strong opinions of Demons and anything of "powers" (lets mention psychic as an example) as it comes from evil. I have to admit Ryann struck me as a perfect christian girl and I didn't know why, but I didn't much care for her in the beginning. She was perfect, written as she should be to make me feel the way I did just so she could grow and come to be a character I really enjoy. Ryann learns first hand there are many things NOT taught in school, and she adjusts easily. She is one to NEVER give up or complain. She just keeps getting up every day going on doing whats right, even if she has to accommodate and change to get there. And change is just what she does. Ryann grows by leaps and bounds in this book, and starts to see there is gray in the world. And somewhere in here I started liking her, and even by the end worrying for her.

Skyla also has an amazing talent for story lines. The book starts off seeming so easy, but by the end there is so much there you just didn't see it all until you where done. And Malice, the short story at the end, multiplies the feeling 10 times. The story seems to start off slower as we build on the new characters and how they come to their beliefs or changes in the end. But this book comes full circle and this information is needed to see the big picture. This beginning is needed to instill some gray thoughts to Ryann and drop hints for later in the book. This is what I enjoy in books! To get you thinking about all that you read, even back from the beginning to piece it all together for so much more meaning. (another sign of great writing? I think so.)

Okay so to some of the characters. We get a whole new cast here. The Hunters Ryann knows in school and on her mission. Christian sounds like a nice character, and would like to see more of in the future. Even Abigail who only appears briefly. Now Ellie... Loved this character! I loved meeting him too. ha ha! When we first met Ellie he and Ryann started on the wrong foot and he was a little annoying, but I loved his comments and jokes. He just ended up stealing my heart in this book. But boy he can really get under Ryann's skin but they make a great team, they just don't know that yet. Our Zara Lain... She does make an appearance in this book. But we see her from Ryann's view point of the church and Demon Hunter. Which I think is a great way to show the opposite side regarding Zara, what others think of her from the view they see.

This book has a different feel than Bloodlines. One I think the readers should follow through with. You will learn so much more about where the series is going. So much more added to the pot here!

Malice

I'm going to make a HUGE suggestion here. If you are reading this series on ebook, GET it at Mundania Press. Here's the reason, the short stories are in the books but the ONLY Ebooks to have the short story are at Mundania Press. AND YOU WILL WANT TO READ THIS.

Malice is the short story in which Skyla gets the brain turning. This is what I love about her stories. This is what I look for. Malice helps tie in a few pieces from Bloodlines and Hunter to give a growing thread of connection and future threat.

This short story is after Hunter and in Zara's view. Which I might add sheds a whole new light on a few things. Yeah, you have to read this one if you are enjoying the series.

Zara has a quick fight scene with a half-demon, reason becomes clear here. Zara is keeping a close eye, er ear, on Father Matthew and a Hunter spy on her side. What till you see who. ;) Possibly their is something...special... with Ryann and Zara is watching for that as well. We also learn of the importance of Nicolette to Zara.
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Mar 15, 2012 Nocturne Romance Reads rated it 4 of 5 stars

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Sep 15, 2011 Dren rated it 4 of 5 stars

Loved book 2! Review coming soon! #Throatchop

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Nov 18, 2011 Seleste deLaney rated it 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

I worried about switching PoV from Zara (who I LOVE) to a nun, but the author pulls it off. Can't wait for book 3 :)

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