Piper's Fury (Passion of the Soul, #1)

Piper's Fury (Passion of the Soul #1)

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It's an empath thing...

Using your "powers" to help the Dark Hills Police Department hunt down serial killers doesn't leave much time for dating. Not that Piper Anast is complaining. The last thing she needs is some guy brushing up against her and pumping his pornographic thoughts into her head.

When she meets Bennett Slade, a sexy, tormented vampire, Piper stumbles headlong

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Paperback, 288 pages
Published March 22nd 2011 by Crescent Moon Press
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Rhonda

This book was fantastic!!!

Okay I’m about to gush over this big time.

Rachel Firasek has put together a fabulous story, full of everything I love. A heroine that would now be among one of my favorite. A sexy Vampire hero, and a great paranormal / urban fantasy story, with some suspense mixed in. It was chocked full of action, plenty of tension between the H/h and wonderful characterization. I love how well she brought out each of the characters distinct personalities, and flaws. The story was perf...more
Rachel Firasek
Mar 27, 2011 Rachel Firasek added it  ·  (Review from the author)  ·  review of another edition
Uhm, yeah, duh, I'm gonna give this one a 5 star. LOL!!!
Debra Anastasia
Wow.

Rachel can write a kick ass heroine. I love that. Actually, it's getting to the point where I require it. Did you like Darkfever and the Fever series? Darkfever (Fever, #1) This book reminds me of that tone. The plot is so very important to the safe-keeping of the world. Piper is full of surprises. I really loved the element of mystery in the book that kept me guessing but managed not to be crazy complicated. That's a really fine line that Rachel totally succeeds at. She can also describe the living hell out o...more
Katrina
Pipers Fury revolves around the life of Piper - an Empath who can see visions from touching people. Quiet often not the ideal party trick , so Piper tends to avoid alot of people - avoid touching them. This tends to lead her a lonley single life... Except for Mabel her adoptive mother.

To fill her time ad earn cash , Piper works for the Dark Hills Police Department side by side with her Best friend Tally Jensen. They solve murders, find missing people and life as Piper knows it is full of unbek...more
Elena R a.k.a. Lunies R
5+ Stars

Great start to a new series!

The novel itself is very fast paced,and enthralling.You are guaranteed to be addicted!

For a PNR it marked it's spot on my "favorite shelf" It was what I needed to beat my paranormal craving. *Screams, Bite Me Slade* Just in case you're wondering, Slade is the Sexy Vampire that makes me think "Could I compare him to Bones?(from:The Night Huntress series) My Answer; O Hell Yeah!! Bite me wherever you please!! LOL! Sorry,I'm getting carried away here.Back to my p...more
Natalie
It's an empath thing...

Using your "powers" to help the Dark Hills Police Department hunt down serial killers doesn't leave much time for dating. Not that Piper Anast is complaining. The last thing she needs is some guy brushing up against her and pumping his pornographic thoughts into her head.
When she meets Bennett Slade, a sexy, tormented vampire, Piper stumbles headlong into a telepathic connection with his missing daughter. She can't leave the kid to the evil surrounding her unwanted visions...more
Ciara Knight
Rachel Firasek masterfully creates a dark world full of intrigue, passion, and suspense in which she incorporates a tough and snarky heroine with a kind-hearted, hot, alpha-male vampire. What a combination! I’ll admit I’m not a vamp girl, because of the good vs. evil and neatly tied up plotlines, but this story does not disappoint. Ms. Firasek includes the deeper gray area which creates a more engaging plot. This is a spicy romance that will hook your interest and keep you turning the pages.
Tracy
Loved the Concept, Not the Execution
Piper Anast came home from elementary school one day full of excitement from a teacher's praise. She walked into a bloodbath, her slaughtered mother's body sprawled out on the couch, broken and torn in incomprehensible fashion. The police never found the 'who.' Piper has never understood the 'why.'

Now twenty-four, Piper lives a life closed off from people, barred from humanity by a unique ability and a soul-deep rage that is as much a part of her as her breat...more
*Babs*
Jun 07, 2011 *Babs* rated it 5 of 5 stars  ·  review of another edition Recommends it for: Paranormal, suspense, thriller, mystery

What do I think about this book, good question? From the moment I turned on my ipad and started reading, I was taken in from the first paragraph. Piper is a go getter. She doesn't let anything stand in her way even a good looking man as Bennett Slade. In fact, he comes to see her with her cousin Gage, one night. Mable was so happy to see her nephew and new wife, but Piper was not. While growing up Gage would pester her and wanted her to love him back. Needless to say, Piper was disgusted by him....more
Michelle
Wow! This book grabbed me right away and did not release its hold until I had devoured it in one night. I seriously could not put this book down! It was that good! Piper is awesome, and feisty and strong and everything I like my girl main characters to be.

The concept of this book was so original. If you like True blood, you will love this book. It reminded me of true blood, but different, and dare I say it- better. This book is so fast paced, it has you moving right along from one thing to the n...more
Heather
PIPER'S FURY by Rachel Firasek
I have chosen this book in part for a mission requested by Boss Lady Rachel Firasek to read her book and give a review. She told me to give an honest review and I shall as I do all my reviews. So here goes.

Welcome to the world of Piper Anast. Her story leads you down the road of demons, vampires, and gypsies. This is the story of one woman who has the gift of empathy and how she copes with it and also with relationships and love. She meets Bennett Slade who asks for...more
Sarah
Check out my review at: Escape by Fiction ~ Good reading!!
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Piper’s Fury has been on my radar since I stumbled across Rachel Firasek on the Crescent Moon Site and since becoming one of her Sassy Street Sirens I had to read the book.

Piper’s Fury centralises around Piper and her friendship / relationship with Slade as she helps him to find his daughter. Evie, Slade’s daughter, contacts Piper through the visions she has and through the visions they are lead to her. It is not as easy as that thou...more
Theresa
Rachel Firasek has created a page-turning story that is engaging, entertaining, and extremely enjoyable!

Her character creation is spot-on. Piper is such a fun character to read! Stubborn as hell, but she had me laughing out loud on more than one occasion. Bennett Slade... what can I say except: more please! *swoon* If ever there was a strong, sexy vamp to steal my heart, it's Slade. So strong, so honest, so sexy, and so loving. The entire package plus a set of fangs = Bennett Slade.

I also have...more
Dahlia (yadkny)
Jun 28, 2011 Dahlia (yadkny) rated it 5 of 5 stars  ·  review of another edition Recommends it for: Paranormal Romance Lovers
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Something evil was unleashed in the town of Dark Hills years ago, but vanished just as quickly. Now it is back to wreak havoc and create the chaos it thrives on, but one young woman will stand in its way.

Piper Anast is incredibly gifted yet infinitely cursed. The “powers” she possesses may be used toward the greater good, but the side effects are extreme. Unwanted lust-based attraction from the male species, no accidental touching, as well as physical and mental exhaustion, are just to name a fe...more
Sharon
It is no secret I love Alpha males, and the paranormal genre is a virtual Alpha buffet where I can taste them all. Vamps, Shifters, Fae, immortal warriors, I don’t care as long as they are a little spicy ;) Piper's Fury has so much Alpha male action it's a prime entrée on the buffet.

When I started Piper’s Fury, I really connected with Piper. She has just the right amount of snark and when you learn about her “issues” you realize her attitude and behavior is warranted. Her emotions felt genuine i...more
Loves To Dive
Piper Anast is an empath who can see what a person is thinking when she touches them. This comes in handy when she is helping the Dark Hills Police Department catch serial killers, not so much when she is just trying to live her everyday life. It seems Piper gives off some sort of vibe that makes every man who sees her want to do more than see her. Who needs to know those thoughts?

Her well meaning, but entirely too nosey, adoptive mother Mabel, is constantly trying to get her to go out more, so...more
Scooper Speaks
Favorite Lines: “I followed him upstairs, glad he was leading the way. The fabric of his dark slacks stretched tight across his rear with every lift of his leg. I admired the firm treat. The man was built like an ancient warrior–bronze skin stretched over hard muscle.” (p. 89, ebook)

I found the blurb for Piper’s Fury on GoodReads. Intrigued by the blurb, I contacted the author and requested a copy to review. I usually don’t read books from new to me publishers unless I’ve heard rave reviews from...more
Lisa
I didn’t know what to expect going into this book. I purposely did not read the blurb before I read the book, I wanted to go into it fresh and really just enjoy the story. I was pleasantly surprised with the story line and characters. Let’s get into the story a bit
So vampire stories are every where these days so in some ways that means that the stories are all starting to sound a little bit the same. I am happy to say that Piper’s Fury brings some new ideas to the table and that makes it very in...more
Linda
Piper came home from school one day to find her Mom had suffered a violent death. Thankfully, her Mom's best friend gave Piper a home. Piper never knew her father. Piper was different as she had abilities that set her apart from other children; For instance, just touching someone could initiate painful visions for her... so she wore gloves and made sure her body was well-covered in public so as not to have an empathic episode. Then... she met Slade who wanted her to help him find his missing dau...more
Traci Bell
Piper Anast is a woman whose psychic abilities make it difficult for her to get close to others. Bennett Slade is a handsome, mysterious man with a missing daughter. Together they search for his little girl, and their search uncovers secrets in Piper's past and forces them to confront evil in the truest sense. The action builds nonstop from the time Piper and Slade meet until the last page, where you're left waiting impatiently for Book 2!

Piper is complex, powerful, and yet vulnerable. There is...more
Sarah Grace James-Miller
LOVED this:) I wonder if there is a book 2...
Melissa Stark
I loved this story right from the beginning. Piper is a strong woman who knows what she wants and how to get it. Slade is just as engaging. And hot. Oh yeah, he's hot. Rachel really knows how to bring her characters to life. I was so engaged in the story and the plot twists and turns that I stayed awake until 3:00 am to finish it. I highly recommend. Now I'm looking forward to Rachel's next story!
Tammy Ramey
i won this book thru a contest on another authors blog and i have to say it is one of the best books i have read in along time. i usually don't read books in this genre but i can't wait for the next book in this series!
Michelle
Piper's Fury is a fast paced, edge of your seat story that is well written and character driven as well. I truly enjoyed reading this and eagerly await a sequel. There is a sequel in the works, isn't there?!
Marian
This book was a great read. I couldn't put it down. I loved the characters. I hope to see Piper and Slade and the gang in another book real soon. I have already recommeded it to family and friends.
**Danielle** Kindle Lover
Thanks for the recommendation Sarah Horton. I enjoyed this book even though Piper kinda irritated me at times. The plot was very interesting and I cant wait to read the next book.
Michelle Kelly
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Shannon
Very addictive book! Drew me in with all the action and steamy romance! Very enjoyable! Really looking forward to the next book to see what happens!
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Piper's Fury (Passion of the Soul, #1)
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Rachel’s writing career began at the impressionable age of twelve with a poem dedicated to the soldiers of Desert Storm. A dark macabre affair that earned her a publication in an anthology and many raised eyebrows from family and friends, she hid her poetry and artistic style for years…

Tucked away in the heart of Central Texas, with the loving support of her husband and three children, she dusted...more
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