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For I Have Sinned (Charley Davidson #1.5)
by
Darynda Jones (Goodreads Author)
Darynda Jones revisits the sexy, suspenseful world of supernatural shenanigans she created in her Grave series with For I Have Sinned. In this Charley Davidson story, Charley helps a woman find out how she died and gives her the closure she needs to pass through to the other side....more
ebook, 68 pages
Published
2011
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I have very mixed feelings about this story. It was undeniably touching, yet put forward a point of view that bothers me. (view spoiler) It was interesting to see Charley's "grim reaper" job from the other side, though.
This has spoilers for First Grave on the Right, and probably won't be very interesting if you haven't read that anyway.
This has spoilers for First Grave on the Right, and probably won't be very interesting if you haven't read that anyway.
So I decided to read Darynda Jones' For I Have Sinned real quick, and it was a pretty quick read, but still enjoyable!
This is story 1.5 so I thought it would be good to read it before reading the next book, which I hope to get to very soon!
Anyway, it was a surprising read for it's not told from Charley's p.o.v. It took me a few lines to figure that out, cause I was expecting it to be Charley's story! In fact, it's told from the ghost that she's going to help!
It was interesting too, because we go...more
This is story 1.5 so I thought it would be good to read it before reading the next book, which I hope to get to very soon!
Anyway, it was a surprising read for it's not told from Charley's p.o.v. It took me a few lines to figure that out, cause I was expecting it to be Charley's story! In fact, it's told from the ghost that she's going to help!
It was interesting too, because we go...more
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This story is short and sweet and therefore so is its review.
For I have Sinned is a short story in the Charley Davidson series that follows the first book, The First Grave on the Right. Jones mixed it up a little in this one and made the story be from the newly departed’s point of view. It took me a few minutes to realize that, but once I did the story was easy to follow and is a quick and easy read. It’s almost too short as I finished it in under a half h...more
This story is short and sweet and therefore so is its review.
For I have Sinned is a short story in the Charley Davidson series that follows the first book, The First Grave on the Right. Jones mixed it up a little in this one and made the story be from the newly departed’s point of view. It took me a few minutes to realize that, but once I did the story was easy to follow and is a quick and easy read. It’s almost too short as I finished it in under a half h...more
This is a short story that fits between book 1 and 2. Being OCD I had to read these books in sequence, so I gave in and bought this one for my kindle. Less than $1. Bargain....or so I thought.
There is nothing to this short story. I think I finished it in 20 minutes and that was with distractions. I knew it was a short story going into it, but I didn't realise it was a SHORT story. It is a bit misleading as you are clicking away on your kindle so you get the impression the story is actually long,...more
There is nothing to this short story. I think I finished it in 20 minutes and that was with distractions. I knew it was a short story going into it, but I didn't realise it was a SHORT story. It is a bit misleading as you are clicking away on your kindle so you get the impression the story is actually long,...more
Super easy, super short, super sweet and tiny glimpse into Charley's world. I really liked this. I probably would've been annoyed if I had to pay for it but since I didn't, it gets 4 stars.
Basically, this gives us a nice bit of insight into how Charley is perceived via a person who's passed.
What I liked most is that we see Charley being Charley, so in other words, in her natural environment.
I was really interested to see how she comes across to others physically and personally. We also get a e...more
Basically, this gives us a nice bit of insight into how Charley is perceived via a person who's passed.
What I liked most is that we see Charley being Charley, so in other words, in her natural environment.
I was really interested to see how she comes across to others physically and personally. We also get a e...more
Hmmmf. Well this series has become one of my favorites. Giving a book 1 star is rarely in my rating vocabulary. On any given day with these books, I dig Charley Davidson character and her hot man Reyes with all their sarcastic-Urban Fantasy-sexy-drama-craziness. And I've actually already read the first 3 books in this series (which I am anxiously awaiting number 4). This one falls in the middle of some of the ones I've already read, but I am on a quest this summer to read 'between the numbers' o...more
This was a nice addition to the Charley Davidson series, though it's not one of those novellas that I would classify as a "need to read" book.
The story is about a woman who has recently died and is her interaction with Charley as they try to figure out how she died so she can cross over. It's told from the POV of the deceased woman, which was just a bit confusing, since the Charley Davidson books are told from Charley's POV. It took me a while to get used to it.
I was excited to see some Reyes...more
The story is about a woman who has recently died and is her interaction with Charley as they try to figure out how she died so she can cross over. It's told from the POV of the deceased woman, which was just a bit confusing, since the Charley Davidson books are told from Charley's POV. It took me a while to get used to it.
I was excited to see some Reyes...more
For I Have Sinned is a short story set in the Charley Davidson series between book one (First Grave on the Right) and book two (Second Grave on the Left). I have to say straight away don't read this story if you haven't read the first book - it will give you major spoilers if you do. To be honest I'm pretty sure I picked up a spoiler anyway and I only just finsihed reading the first book! I am wondering if that's because the version I read was an ARC though and perhaps it wouldn't have been a sp...more
This is a free little story that takes place after First Grave on the Right. I'm not sure, but it might even take place after Second Grave on the Left even though that's not out yet, but given some of the things that happen (view spoiler), but I can't really say until I've read that.
In this little story a woman falls right into Charley's bedroom. At first she doesn't realize s...more
In this little story a woman falls right into Charley's bedroom. At first she doesn't realize s...more
For I Have Sinned is a very bittersweet short story. Told by a newly deceased woman from her POV. Charley Davidson (aka) The Grim Reaper is light itself and attracts the lost souls of those who have died and still have unfinished business. Charley is awakened in the early morning hours by a woman who cannot remember who she is or how she died. At first she doesn't even know that she is dead, but with a little coaxing from Charley and a short trip to the hospital they figure it out. Charley David...more
Short but sweet, this short short exclusively in ebook form gives us a different perspective on the whole Grim Reaper thing. Told in the voice of Dead-Chick-Walking-and-Talking rather than Charlie's sarcastic chat mode, we get to see a description of Charlie that can't be delivered in the first person narratives of the 2 books. After all, Charlie can't really talk about how attractive she is physically without making herself sound like she thinks she's all that. Oh, she can say that she knows sh...more
This was a fun short read (emphasis on short) from the Charley Davidson series. I enjoyed getting this surprising narrator's perspective on Charlie.
A female ghost is drawn to Charley. The ghost remembers nothing, but is convinced that she is undeserving so Charley sets out to discover what she can and succeeds.
It is not the ghost's story that was as important to me though that was a sweet little story. I was intrigued by reading about Charley and, yes, Reyes through someone else's eyes since th...more
A female ghost is drawn to Charley. The ghost remembers nothing, but is convinced that she is undeserving so Charley sets out to discover what she can and succeeds.
It is not the ghost's story that was as important to me though that was a sweet little story. I was intrigued by reading about Charley and, yes, Reyes through someone else's eyes since th...more
We get to see from the dead’s point of view and how they see Charley? Oh my goodness! How can I resist?
This little short story gem is between books one and two of the Charley Davidson series and can is say, it’s amazing? It’s a juicy little tidbit of awesomesauce that gives a peek into how the departed see our favorite Grim Reaper. There’s not much to go on with the description, but just let me say that this a very fast read that simply provides with the point of view young woman who upon first...more
This little short story gem is between books one and two of the Charley Davidson series and can is say, it’s amazing? It’s a juicy little tidbit of awesomesauce that gives a peek into how the departed see our favorite Grim Reaper. There’s not much to go on with the description, but just let me say that this a very fast read that simply provides with the point of view young woman who upon first...more
3.5 Stars
This review also posted at UTC Book Blog
For I Have Sinned is a short story following First Grave on the Right (book 1 from Charley Davidson Series). Charley is a private investigator but being a PI is just a disguise. She is really a Soul Reaper who helps lost souls “go to the light”. No, really, Charley shines like a beacon to alerting the lost souls to her.
The books in this series are told as a first person POV by Charley herself, but not in this novella. This story is told by a lost...more
This review also posted at UTC Book Blog
For I Have Sinned is a short story following First Grave on the Right (book 1 from Charley Davidson Series). Charley is a private investigator but being a PI is just a disguise. She is really a Soul Reaper who helps lost souls “go to the light”. No, really, Charley shines like a beacon to alerting the lost souls to her.
The books in this series are told as a first person POV by Charley herself, but not in this novella. This story is told by a lost...more
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After finishing First Grave on the Right I was still craving a bit more Charley and Reyes so I jumped right into this short story. For I Have Sinned tells the story of Jo Anne Montgomery, a recently deceased woman who is having trouble remembering how she died. Charley helps her find the answers she requires in order for her to fully be at peace and pass through.
I was a little disappointed compared to First Grave on the Right and it wasn't just...more
After finishing First Grave on the Right I was still craving a bit more Charley and Reyes so I jumped right into this short story. For I Have Sinned tells the story of Jo Anne Montgomery, a recently deceased woman who is having trouble remembering how she died. Charley helps her find the answers she requires in order for her to fully be at peace and pass through.
I was a little disappointed compared to First Grave on the Right and it wasn't just...more
This is a short story to go with the Charley Davidson series, but it is told through the eyes of a spirit. We get to see Charley through someone else's eyes as she tries to help a woman remember who she is and how she died.
It was interesting, but not fantastic. And I have to question why it's marked as being story 1.5 (falling between book 1 and 2). The characters make reference to a few events that didn't happen in book 1. (view spoiler)...more
It was interesting, but not fantastic. And I have to question why it's marked as being story 1.5 (falling between book 1 and 2). The characters make reference to a few events that didn't happen in book 1. (view spoiler)...more
A fantastic Novella from the perspective of the ghost as Charley Davidson, the main character of First Grave on the Right and the upcoming Second Grave to the Left solves the mystery of her death.
That's what Charley does, among other things, she's the Grim Reaper and souls flock to her. Those souls that are unable to pass on, usually because they were murdered, seek out Charley for help in resolving the mystery! Charley is one of those characters that you wish was your best pal, her sense of hu...more
That's what Charley does, among other things, she's the Grim Reaper and souls flock to her. Those souls that are unable to pass on, usually because they were murdered, seek out Charley for help in resolving the mystery! Charley is one of those characters that you wish was your best pal, her sense of hu...more
Oct 15, 2012
Mello ❣ Illium ✮Harry✮ ☀Myrnin☀ Torin Ichimaru
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This was a very short, but cute short story. It also includes the first chapters of the first three books in the series. I tried very hard not to read the last two. I kind of skimmed them, though.
In this, we get to see Charley and how she helps a departed from a departed's POV. It was actually very sweet even with Charley as her usual smartass self. It was kind of cool seeing Reyes and his relationship with Charley from someone else's POV, too. It was great the way Charley was able to help the d...more
In this, we get to see Charley and how she helps a departed from a departed's POV. It was actually very sweet even with Charley as her usual smartass self. It was kind of cool seeing Reyes and his relationship with Charley from someone else's POV, too. It was great the way Charley was able to help the d...more
When I got this on my reader I saw it was 68 pages so I thought ok a good little novella but no, it actually only has about 30 pages with excerpt of the other 3 books in the series. So it's an uber quick read.
We go through the other side, well not THE other side… of the fence being in Jo Anne's point of view. A recently deceased young woman who's found her way to Charley and trying to figure out just why and how she died. It was interesting to see the ghost and passing over experience and what...more
We go through the other side, well not THE other side… of the fence being in Jo Anne's point of view. A recently deceased young woman who's found her way to Charley and trying to figure out just why and how she died. It was interesting to see the ghost and passing over experience and what...more
Now officially, there's no more room for sweetness and cuteness in this story...
It was ok, too much "aww" for my taste. Reyes kept being Reyes. If it doesn't change in the second book I guess I'm gonna end up hating him... Charley was as funny and lovable as in the first book.
The story was entertaining, too short maybe and predictable. But the good side is that we are given a little insight on Charley's hopes and desires and a glimpse of her relationship with Reyes for the second book.
Set in the world established in "First Grave on the Right," this short story is told from the POV of a recently deceased woman who needs Charley's help. Charley is her typical brash and wonderful self, and it's great seeing her through the eyes of the deceased. Reyes makes a few appearances and manages to be incredibly enticing in just a few brief interactions.
It's difficult to say much without spoiling, but this is a great story. Perhaps it's because I'm currently pregnant, but the storyline pa...more
It's difficult to say much without spoiling, but this is a great story. Perhaps it's because I'm currently pregnant, but the storyline pa...more
Ummmmm, I'm unsure how to rate this so I don't really know how to even review it. I can say it was interesting to see Charley through a ghosts point of view. However, there wasn't any real mystery, just a feel-good kind of case for her. I enjoyed the humor, as always, but I wanted some mystery or action. So if you haven't read this one yet, it's really nothing your missing out on. Nothing new is revealed about Charlie or Reyes, nothing new about the series, just an example of one of Charley's si...more
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A good little short story to bridge the gap between books, For I Have Sinned supposedly took place between books #1 and #2 in the Charley Davidson series. It was written from the point of view of the ghost seeking help from Charley. It was interesting in that it showed the disorientation and memory loss that ghosts often experienced upon death, but this was first-hand experience for the readers since it was told from the perspective of the deceased. Reyes made a brief appearance - not sure that...more
Wow... I can't believe I'd forgotten to mark this sweet short story off as read back when I first read it! Charley helps a woman figure out how she died. Of course, there's a lot more involved than that, but I feel like if I say anything else, future readers of this short story will lose some of the magic that comes from reading a story you know nothing about.
My favorite moments in this sweet and highly touching short story involve Reyes. That's all I can say. :) You can pick up a copy of 'For I...more
My favorite moments in this sweet and highly touching short story involve Reyes. That's all I can say. :) You can pick up a copy of 'For I...more
Jan 29, 2012
Nawnee
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5 of 5 stars
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I love this series I randomly found the first book at the grocery store first grave on the left, thank god for my addiction to books and the fact that I needed cash back or else I don't know if I would have discovered this series. This is a refreshing spin on paranormal romance, Charley the main character is a grim reaper with a sarcastic personality, and a kick ass out look on life. Charley's sense of humor really made me love these first two books this one is a short story but its a nice feele...more
Darynda Jones put out this free little novella to share with her fans on the Heroes & Heartbreakers website. It gives us the story of a recently deceased woman who is drawn to Charley. Unlike the novels, which are told by Charley in the first person, the novella is told from the perspective of the ghost. I liked this, because it gives us an outside perspective on Charley, herself.
There's not a lot going on here, but there is a little bit of Reyes in the story and a peek inside Charley's psyc...more
There's not a lot going on here, but there is a little bit of Reyes in the story and a peek inside Charley's psyc...more
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What happens when the Grim reaper, Charley, is visited by a ghost? A ghost in a nightgown and bunny slippers no less. A ghost who has no idea who she was when she died. A ghost who has to deal with Charley's obsessive desire for massive amounts of coffee include mocha latte! Let's just say that Charley is a little nuts okay? Actually told in the POV of the ghost herself. And, yes, Reyes, the son of Satan does make a guest appearance.
I would...more
What happens when the Grim reaper, Charley, is visited by a ghost? A ghost in a nightgown and bunny slippers no less. A ghost who has no idea who she was when she died. A ghost who has to deal with Charley's obsessive desire for massive amounts of coffee include mocha latte! Let's just say that Charley is a little nuts okay? Actually told in the POV of the ghost herself. And, yes, Reyes, the son of Satan does make a guest appearance.
I would...more
This is like a short bridge to the 2nd book which is really like a long chapter. I thought it was good. The book series is told by Charley's (the Grim Reaper's) point of view but for this mini book, it's told in the point of view of a recently departed woman and goes through what that experience is like for her and how she comes to terms with her death and eventual progression to the light. It also gives you a small idea of what it might be like to move on and leave others behind. I thought it w...more
3½ stars
This short story was really touching - okay, I will admit I'm a sucker for little cute things, babies included... But... it really was! And interesting, too, especially seeing Charley from another point of view.
That said, I enjoyed the scenes with Reyes the most - because I certainly am a sucker for big, hot, scary males with sexy hero complexes, too.
All in all, it was a really quick, really easy, really fun read. A good addition to the series, and a nice way of spending some quality tim...more
This short story was really touching - okay, I will admit I'm a sucker for little cute things, babies included... But... it really was! And interesting, too, especially seeing Charley from another point of view.
That said, I enjoyed the scenes with Reyes the most - because I certainly am a sucker for big, hot, scary males with sexy hero complexes, too.
All in all, it was a really quick, really easy, really fun read. A good addition to the series, and a nice way of spending some quality tim...more
It's been awhile since I read "First Grave on the Right" by Darynda Jones, and I have "Second Grave on the Left" in my TBR pile, so it was nice to read this fun novella to tide me over (and refresh my memory)!
I liked that the POV was NOT told by the main character Charley Davidson (aka PI and Grim Reaper), but by one of the ghosts who was drawn to her bright sparkliness. It seems Charlie is the bright light they must pass through to get to the other side. Our ghost in this story thinks she may...more
I liked that the POV was NOT told by the main character Charley Davidson (aka PI and Grim Reaper), but by one of the ghosts who was drawn to her bright sparkliness. It seems Charlie is the bright light they must pass through to get to the other side. Our ghost in this story thinks she may...more
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NYTimes and USA Today Bestselling Author Darynda Jones won the 2009 Golden Heart® in the paranormal category for her manuscript FIRST GRAVE ON THE RIGHT. As a born storyteller, she grew up spinning tales of dashing damsels and heroes in distress for any unfortunate soul who happened by, annoying man and beast alike. After the Golden Heart final, she pimped herself as best she could, landed an amaz...more
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