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At Grave's End (Night Huntress #3)

by Jeaniene Frost (Goodreads Author)

4.35 · rating details · 15,145 ratings · 990 reviews

It should be the best time of half-vampire Cat Crawfield's life. With her undead lover Bones at her side, she's successfully protected mortals from the rogue undead. But though Cat's worn disguise after disguise to keep her true identity a secret from the brazen bloodsuckers, her cover's finally been blown, placing her in terrible danger.

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Mass Market Paperback, 342 pages

Published January 1st 2009 by Avon (first published December 20th 2008)

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Jul 29, 2009

Shawna rated it

Recommends it for: Hot vampire lovers; fans of urban fantasy romance

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Another WOW of a read in the Cat and Bones saga! Way too much happened in this book for me to try and recount everything and to encapsulate it all logically or with enough fervor to do it adequate justice, but here’s a rundown of what I liked about At Grave’s End and why I love this series.

Cat and Bones are back together and their love is stronger than ever, having been recently married the good old fashioned vampire way, via a sac...more5+ stars – Vampire Romance/Urban Fantasy

Another WOW of a read in the Cat and Bones saga! Way too much happened in this book for me to try and recount everything and to encapsulate it all logically or with enough fervor to do it adequate justice, but here’s a rundown of what I liked about At Grave’s End and why I love this series.

Cat and Bones are back together and their love is stronger than ever, having been recently married the good old fashioned vampire way, via a sacred blood bond that ties them together until death. So things should be smooth sailing now for the happy half-breed/vampire couple, right? Not in a world filled with powerful, vengeful, scornful ancient Egyptian vampires like Petra and her undead vampire and zombie minions hell-bent on war with the couple. It’s a good thing C&B have lots of equally powerful undead friends in their alliance to keep things interesting. This time around, there is more involvement from previous characters like Tate, Ian, Spade, and Mencheres, and we get lots of additional dark humor courtesy (and often at the expense) of several new, intriguing characters that join the fray. Who knew the notorious Vlad Tepesh/Dracula was such a flirtatious charmer with a fun, wicked sense of humor?

There are plenty of belly-laugh-out-loud moments that nearly had me falling off the couch (including Cat’s finest use of her seduction skills and sarcastic, barbed wit while on an undercover mission at an S&M club called The Marquis), and there’s exciting action and mayhem, hot romance with our beloved duo, and some shocking twists and turns that had me in surprised tears. The ending, while not an outright cliffhanger, left a lot frustratingly unresolved, and it made me glad that I started the series late and only have to wait 16 days until Destined for an Early Grave hits shelves on July 28th! Can Cat and Bones hold on to their precious, hard-fought HEA? Will they ever find the time in between raging bloody vampire battles to have a wedding? I for one can’t wait to find out! Big 5 stars!(less)

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Jul 18, 2009

Auntee rated it

Recommends it for: Fans of the series

Shelves: paranormal-romance, 2009_reads

Whew! What a crazy, thrilling read...I feel like I just spent days in a gruesome, gory amusement park, on a ride that just wouldn't stop! I'm not sure where to begin in describing this book.

I'll start with the obvious. This book started out as almost all Urban Fantasy, with Bones and Cat and company going from one confrontation to another, fighting the baddies with lots of gore and mayhem, and their usual wit and sarcastic humor. My, how the heads rolled in this one (some literal...moreWhew! What a crazy, thrilling read...I feel like I just spent days in a gruesome, gory amusement park, on a ride that just wouldn't stop! I'm not sure where to begin in describing this book.

I'll start with the obvious. This book started out as almost all Urban Fantasy, with Bones and Cat and company going from one confrontation to another, fighting the baddies with lots of gore and mayhem, and their usual wit and sarcastic humor. My, how the heads rolled in this one (some literally)...for those who are a little bloodthirsty, this will be right up your alley! After about a hundred pages of this, I was getting a little tired of it. Where were the scenes of smoldering passion between Cat and Bones? I needed some of that romance to break up the monotony of all those killing sprees, and almost all of it was off the pages. Oh well, I decided to settle in and trust the author, since she hadn't steered me wrong yet, and endure all the madness. And in Jeaniene Frost's defense, once your characters have found love and are practically living happily ever after and you know nothing will break them apart, what more can you do to them to show their happiness with each other (except repeat the same bedroom scene over and over again?)

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Some interesting things happen along the way. Readers will be happy to know that Cat's nasty vampire father is finally dealt with. Yea! Cat's mom gets a lover. Yea! One of Cat's men decides he wants to become a vampire--very cool proceedings, I must admit. Cat still has to deal with the unrequited love of one of her men--I swear I don't know how much more of that Bones is going to be able to take. Cat continually has to deal with all the women seemingly crawling out of the woodwork from Bones's promiscuous past--is there anyone, living or undead, who that man hasn't slept with before Cat?:) And once again Bones and Cat have to defend themselves from the many undead who would like to see them dead. These two lead a very stressful life! A cool new character is introduced, one who everyone has heard of, and he has some very funny moments with Cat and Bones, and a pivotal role in the book, I might add.
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Eventually, the main plot develops, and Cat and Bones find themselves facing a new and deadly foe from Bones's past who is desperate to see them both dead. An all out vampire war is declared, and Bones makes an alliance with one of the most powerful vamps around, and in effect, gains some cool new powers of his own. Finally, things heat up in the bedroom as well ( "When you get back, I'm going to cover myself in whiskey and nothing else. Then I'll pour gin all over you. We're going to drink from each other, in every possible way."--this is sexier than it sounds, since we know how much Bones likes his whiskey, and Cat loves her gin), and Bones and Cat each have to face the possibility of life without the other. There's a heartbreaking scene where Cat's worst fears are realized, and even though I knew it couldn't be true (afterall, there is a new book coming out, Destined for an Early Grave), I cried along with Cat when she thought her beloved Bones may be lost to her forever. (*sniff*)

It all leads up to one big fat undead showdown, straight out of 'Night of the Living Dead'. Oh my... ghouls, vampires, zombies, wraiths--what an absolute horror movie! Gruesome, ghoulish fun--but I hope I don't have nightmares!

Once again, Cat and Bones didn't let me down. They are an utterly devoted couple, even though they do have the occasional spat (Cat still doesn't like to be told what to do, even if it's for her own good, and Bones would be wise to remember that). I doubt that anyone can really come between them (that includes you, Tate), but certainly more than a few have already tried. What's in store for them next is anyone's guess, but I for one can hardly wait!

To sum up, not quite as good as my favorite, One Foot in the Grave, but darn good anyway. This series to me is a lot like JR Ward's BDB, in that you love the characters so much, you're willing to go where the author takes you. I know I can't turn down a chance to be with Cat and Bones again. I just have one question--what's in the letter addressed to "My Beloved Wife"? 4 1/2 stars.(less)

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Feb 06, 2012

Sarah rated it

Shelves: 2012, reviewed

2.5 stars. Slightly better than One Foot in the Grave, but not good enough.

Like One Foot, incidents in this book are strung together with little thread. They go here, they go there, they kill someone, someone tries to kill Cat, someone tries to kill Bones, they go somewhere else, they shuffle Cat's friends & family between safehouses, they go another place, they kill someone else. Absurdly complicated plots were brainstormed for seemingly needless reasons (usually revolving around C...more2.5 stars. Slightly better than One Foot in the Grave, but not good enough.

Like One Foot, incidents in this book are strung together with little thread. They go here, they go there, they kill someone, someone tries to kill Cat, someone tries to kill Bones, they go somewhere else, they shuffle Cat's friends & family between safehouses, they go another place, they kill someone else. Absurdly complicated plots were brainstormed for seemingly needless reasons (usually revolving around Cat's safety). Eventually I gave up trying to figure why things were happening -- I just wanted to close the book with a sense of completion. This one, at least, had more interesting side characters. Mencheres is a blessedly sedate personality in Ms Frost's sea of frothing extroverts. I also liked Vlad, but I liked Ian even more. Ian is my kind of anti-hero -- snarky, moody, proud, & badass. You don't know if he's going to snuggle, make a smart remark, or rip your head off -- and that's a good thing.

Unfortunately, the handwriting is on the wall.

Cat & Bones are well on their way to being The Awesomest People Ever. Clearly they're being established as the sexiest, smartest, most devoted, most capable, most deadly, most powerful, & most envied couple in the universe. They are the ultimate Mary Sue & Gary Stu -- a pairing all the more perfect because they lurve each other so much.

*yawn*

In Book 2, Bones displayed some abilities we hadn't seen before. Now Bones has collected MORE power -- an upgrade in every possible sense, including a really dreadful pulled-from-the-ass excuse for dying enough to fool the villain, yet Not Dying & walking through the front door before Cat went batshit insane without his steadying influence. (My eyes nearly rolled out of their sockets.) Cat's powermassing, meanwhile, is a less tangible variety. Not only is she desired by almost every male character, but she's the equivalent of all but the most powerful Master Vamps. While Bones' perfection is somewhat tempered by his personality, Cat isn't so fortunate. She's rude. She has no social grace. She swears, blurts her opinions, & throws fits whenever anyone tries to protect her. (How dare they!) She claims to have a best friend, but we never see them interact. She's trying to make amends with her mother, yet Justina disappears for long stretches of narrative. It seems the author has decided she can't have a softer personality outside of lovey-dovey scenes with Bones.

As for Tate...no thanks. He's supposed to be some military-bred macho man, yet he's reduced to a mewling mass of fanboy worship whenever Cat walks into the room. Urgh. (Speaking of which...the supposed Bones/Cat/Tate love triangle is one of the weakest I've ever read. There ain't no way he'll come out a winner, & the dreaded triangle only works if both parties have equal chance to get the girl.)

So, yes...not as bad as #2, but not enough for me to continue with the series. (Sorry, Ian.)(less)

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Aug 26, 2009

Kathrynn rated it

Shelves: romance-paranormal, series-nighthuntress_frost, own, 2009, reviewed, theme-kick_butt_action

Action packed, but low in the romance/relationship sector; however, the writing and plot kept me on the edge of my seat with both humor and a constant state of turmoil. New characters were introduced--some very famous--and I hope Vlad gets more time in later books; sure liked him.

For people reading the series, At Grave's End is a "must read" because vital parts come to life (pun intended) as more elements of the supernatural/paranormal world open up. Some parts are partic...more

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Jan 06, 2009

Theresa rated it

Shelves: fantasy, 2009-reads

If you haven't read books 1 and 2 in this series, don't start with this entry. Really, just... don't. If you haven't read books 1 and 2, don't read this review.

Of the three books in this series to date, this entry was my least favorite.

What I liked:

- Bones. He can do no wrong. As a side note, it seemed like every sentence he spoke had some British-ism in it. Don't know why I noticed that, but I did. It didn't bother me - just had to his smoking hotness.
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Feb 19, 2009

Julie (jjmachshev) rated it

Shelves: queuemyreview, 2009-reads

Reviewed for queuemyreview.com; book release Jan09

Wow. I just finished “At Grave’s End” by Jeaniene Frost and I think I may need a few minutes to calm my racing heart. This series has grown in many ways from the first book, “Halfway to the Grave”. It’s a combination of paranormal, romance, humor, and action. All these factors are combined into stories that grab your emotions and your heart rate and don’t let up even when you finish the last page.

The half-vampire Cat s...moreReviewed for queuemyreview.com; book release Jan09

Wow. I just finished “At Grave’s End” by Jeaniene Frost and I think I may need a few minutes to calm my racing heart. This series has grown in many ways from the first book, “Halfway to the Grave”. It’s a combination of paranormal, romance, humor, and action. All these factors are combined into stories that grab your emotions and your heart rate and don’t let up even when you finish the last page.

The half-vampire Cat should be happy. She and her lover Bones are back together and married, vampire-style. She’s safe from her vampire father who wants to kill her and she’s in charge of her team that hunts vampires who kill humans with Bones backing her up to help keep her safe. So when Daddy dearest sets another trap for Cat, she’s a bit concerned…not to mention tortured! When Bones shows up to save her, they learn she’s really just the bait, there’s a woman from Bones past out to kill him and his grandsire…and she’s a two thousand year old vampire who’s willing to use forbidden magic to do it.

Exciting, sexy, and a thrill ride from start to finish. This series has expanded and the characters grown over the past three books. While it’s not necessary to read the first two novels to understand this book, I can’t help but think there are quite a few things that would get lost if you didn’t. To appreciate just how much depth has been added to the characters and how their choices and outlooks have changed, the first two books are helpful in understanding the current relationships and dilemmas.

As in the first two books, “At Grave’s End” unfolds steadily with the tension rising ever higher until the grand finale…and grand it is. Return appearances by previous characters and the darkly humorous addition of a few new ones only increased my reading enjoyment in Jeaniene Frost’s newest. I just can’t get enough of Cat and Bones and I think if you give it a try, you’ll agree.(less)

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Jul 29, 2009

Barbara M. rated it

OMG you guys what's up with our (once) favorite authors and series?

Frost, Cole, Kenyon, Kleypass, Moning, Roberts (and a few others) seem to have taken the easy way out and have gone l-a-z-y with their work. I for one am starting to get tired of paying full price ($8.00 a pop mind you) for books half the size, large font, and with an embarrassing amount of copying and pasting...

I guess the only way we're going to get our great reads back are to quit buying these so-calle...more

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Jul 26, 2011

Juliana rated it

Recommends it for: People reading the Night Huntress series - don't read out of order

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3.5 stars
Was a good book and I continue to enjoy Bones and the secondary characters - Vlad/Dracula especially, and I'm now more intrigued than ever to read Mencheres' story (Eternal Kiss of Darkness). Cat, however, is still annoying to me; ever since the first book she's gotten on my nerves. Am also sick of Tate, as I know most readers were by the last book.

Cat continues to be unlikable to me, and I think it's a combination of several things. One of them is that I find her very...more

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May 30, 2011

Mitabird rated it

Shelves: urban-fantasy

Update: 5/30/11 - I didn't find this one as engaging the second time around. I think some of it was soured by what I know is to come in book 4. I liked book 4, but it definitely frustrated me. 4 stars

Original review: 8/30/2009: At Grave's End was a great read and The Night Huntress is a truly excellent series. I absolutely love the relationship between Cat and Bones and Bones has quickly become one of my favorite male leads. He's funny, extremely loyal, and violent when it comes to p...more

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Jul 30, 2010

Catherine rated it

Shelves: assassin-killer-bounty-hunter, contemporary, fantasy-paranormal-sci-fi, ghoul, halfbreed, necromancy, magic-mystical-ability, read-2010, romance, series, to-buy, vampire

This book is actually more of a 3 1/2 star.

While reading my review, keep in mind that I did enjoy the book. I plan to continue reading the series and get the fourth book, but if my problem with this book consumes the next book I think this series and I will have to break up.

I loved a lot of the side characters in this one. Mencheres continues to be intriguing, although at times I just wanted to smack him and tell him to man up. Spade and Annette are back for more page ...more

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Jan 25, 2012

Emilie rated it

Shelves: books-i-own, favs

Really, these books should have a warning on their cover:
WARNING!
Once you start, you can't get enough. They are like a drug; you get high on Bones.

Do I need to say more?

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Jul 26, 2011

Bonnie rated it

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Shelves: pn-romance, urban-fantasy, read-in-2011, zombies-like-brains, pn-vampires

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‘At Graves End’, the third installment in the Night Huntress series.

Cat and Bones are back working together doing what they do best: killing vampires. Their latest mission goes awry when Cat is recognized even with all of her disguises. To keep from putting her in constant danger the decision is made to put someone else on the front lines. The story continues with all the usual ‘Night Huntress’ craziness we’ve all come to expect...more

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Oct 15, 2011

Arlene rated it

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Recommended to Arlene by: Booker Buddy Read - Crystal

Shelves: favorites, read-2011, urban-fantasy, vampires, paranormal, romance, adult

Many times in our lives we’ve been powerless, but not this night. Right now we have the power to choose the manner in which we die. If you have been a master of nothing else in all your days, you are now a master of this moment. And I for one am going to give such an answer to this insult that others will dearly regret not being by my side to see it.

Wow! Where do I even start with this book?! At Grave’s End is probably my favorite in the Night Huntress series so far. It made me laugh...more

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Jan 05, 2009

Nichole (Dirty H) rated it

Shelves: urban-fantasy, vampires, 2009, books-i-own

Disappointing and unsatisfying...

Let me start by saying I LOVED the first two books of this series, and quickly deemed it my new favorite.
But most of the things that made the first two so fun to read seemed to be missing from this one; namely, the interactions between the characters.
The relationship between Cat and Bones was always the center of what made these books so good. It was fun, and it was hot. Most of that is missing here; you get some brief moments between the...more

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Jan 04, 2009

Shannon rated it

Shelves: 2009, paranormal, vampires, urban-fantasy, romance

The new book in the Night Huntress series is even better than the previous two, full of heart-stopping action, devilish plots and Bones' mouth-watering, dangerous charm. Don't want to give anything away so I won't give a summary - besides, if you're up to the third book you won't need one, the strength of the first two will guide you on! It's hard to really pinpoint what exactly works so well with these books but, for me at least, it's the combination of the author's writing style and the charac...more

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Mar 18, 2010

Mel rated it

I love Bones, I love Cat and Bones together, but frankly: I don't get the fuss over the Night Huntress series. Sure: it's entertaining and funny. Cat's attitude and bitchy one liners crack me up too. But the general plot? Character development? Secondary characters? I'm sorry but it aint much...

The Night Huntress series might be good in the romance department but there's a general lack of story line and fleshing out of everybody except the hero and heroine. Actually I think even Bone...more

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Jan 01, 2009

Nytetyger rated it

Shelves: 2009-challenge

This one was darker than the prior two, but also one of the best in the series. Cat is so much her own person now, and not making the typical stupid decisions so many urban fantasy heroines make; she LEARNS and grows and she's smart as well as being beautiful and kick-ass. Bones is so much NOT your stereotypical heroine's love interest that you can't help but adore him and the surrounding cast of characters are amazing.

I started this book on New Year's Eve and finished it today, New ...more

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Jan 09, 2010

Adrian Phoenix rated it

Shelves: urban-fantasy, vampires, own

I enjoy The Night Huntress series more with each book. Love it!

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Feb 06, 2009

Kelly rated it

Shelves: read-in-2009

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Sep 29, 2011

Paige rated it

Shelves: i-own, 2011-books, all-time-favorite-books

Another great continuation. Although perhaps my third favorite so far, I can't say much negative about how the story continued. Nothing drastic happened to ruin the storyline, so I'm thrilled and ready to read the rest.

Although Cat and Bones are back together in this book, I felt they were away from the other, either physically or mentally, more in this book than the previous two. It was like their jobs took them their separate ways more. Which is fine, they shouldn't be joined at the...more

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Jan 05, 2011

Laura rated it

I really thought this was the best of the bunch so far...although I'd have enjoyed another "ch. 32" in this book :)

Spoilers, Spoilers, Spoilers

I only gave it 4 stars for one big reason-all throughout the book, whenever it would come time to choose sides, the other vampires would say something like "Is all-out war really worth a woman's hurt pride?"
I took it to mean, that since Max never raped Cat's mom, he was just an all-around asshat, that no o...more

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Aug 29, 2011

Zeek rated it

Shelves: pnr, alpha-hero, favorite-hero, favorites-pnr, kick-ass-heroine, romance, vamps, own

At Grave’s End opens with Cat working the bar scene. She is of course doing her job as undercover agent for a secret branch of Homeland Security that goes after evil supernaturals (as opposed to the good ones like Bones, whom she’s now married to.) Being half vamp herself she has the skills, but now she’s a known quantity in the supernatural world and it’s getting harder and harder for her to do her job.

The anti is upped when her ruthless father makes another appearance and disclos...moreAt Grave’s End opens with Cat working the bar scene. She is of course doing her job as undercover agent for a secret branch of Homeland Security that goes after evil supernaturals (as opposed to the good ones like Bones, whom she’s now married to.) Being half vamp herself she has the skills, but now she’s a known quantity in the supernatural world and it’s getting harder and harder for her to do her job.

The anti is upped when her ruthless father makes another appearance and discloses that someone new has paid him to kill Cat. The harrowing scene that ensues had me biting my nails as he proceeded to torture both she and her mother.

Have no fear, they escape but Bones is less than thrilled about this new player and is even more upset when he finds out through his grandsire- the ancient Egyptian vampire Mencheres- that it’s because of him she’s in danger.

The battle begins soon after because a woman done bad– is one evil bitch, and she will use whatever means necessary to destroy Bones, the man prophesied to kill her, collateral damage be damned… if it means certain death to Cat and emotional pain for her husband Mencheres? All the better.

Although Cat still kind of got on my nerves in this one- she has many tstl moments trying to be all independent and I don’t need no one to kick ass for me, and c'mon enough with the series heroines that every single male she encounters want and cant have. What adult woman has that fantasy anyway!? One man wanting me is more than enough thank you very much... especially if its a man like Bones, bloodsucker and all! :P Sorry, when you write this in a character it smacks of Mary Sue-ishness and that's just creepy. BUT I digress-

Despite all that, I read through this the third installment in Jeaniene Frost’s Night Huntess series in one afternoon. Nail biting, emotional AND emotionally satisfying, and yes romantic, I adore this series. Mostly because of the sexy, intense Bones of course, but the other characters in the world Frost’s created also make it an engaging read all around- obviously. (I couldn’t put the damn book down!)

And too, the scenes near the end when... ok I'm not gonna spoil it for you, but it made me finally feel for Cat more than I ever did. Now I’m anxious to get through Cat and Bones’s books so I can get to her spin off world, because I’m loving me some Master Vamps- hello Vlad and Menchy! :P
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Dec 20, 2011

Buggy rated it

Shelves: shelf-11, vampalicious, urb-fantasy, lit-boyfriends, para-rom

AT GRAVES END is the 3rd addition to the Night Huntress series and damn I’ve missed me some Bones. He remains one of my favourite literary boyfriends even though this particular instalment never really grabbed me. If you’re a fan of non-stop action and tons of bloodshed you’ll love this one but for me it was just too much.

With a different battle waging and new characters introduced every couple of pages I had a hard time getting into the flow of this story. The entire book just jump...moreAT GRAVES END is the 3rd addition to the Night Huntress series and damn I’ve missed me some Bones. He remains one of my favourite literary boyfriends even though this particular instalment never really grabbed me. If you’re a fan of non-stop action and tons of bloodshed you’ll love this one but for me it was just too much.

With a different battle waging and new characters introduced every couple of pages I had a hard time getting into the flow of this story. The entire book just jumps straight from one action sequence into the next without any build up and very little story in between events. It was; end one action filled sequence in a limo, start another at an amusement park, chaos in the movie theatre, exploding vamps during their annual general meeting. Bones opens a vein to heal Cat’s wounds and off they go again. This was exhausting.

But still there was Bones and his unwavering love for Cat. Sigh. I just wish they’d had a little more quiet time together if you know what I mean. Sure there was a lot to like here too, maybe too much now that I think about it; the zombie sequence towards the end was just… wow, crazy and awesome too, then there was Cat and Tate faking it in the limo and Bones peeling the roof off! I found myself completly engaged in the story when "someone" died but that was probably due to the fact that things slowed down enough while everybody regrouped we were allowed some introspection and character development.

Speaking of which there are a lot of characters to keep track of here, and I’m sorry to say that because all any of them ever did was fight I never felt like I really got to know any of them. Although Vlad managed to stand out and has become a new favourite.

There are the usual awesome one-liners and Jeanine ups the ante this time in the cool vampire powers and abilities department (who knew there were so many ways to destroy and regenerate a body?) We get makeup sex, reunion sex -although none of it very romantic and jeez do I ever want to have an argument with Bones if that’s how he goes about it… way better than yelling and throwing stuff. (less)

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May 27, 2011

Dominika rated it

Shelves: books-to-read-at-the-hairdresser, own-a-copy, paranormal

3,5 stars. Pretty melodramatic, with mostly forseeable plot twists, but somehow better than the previous one. Not much to comment on.. Oh, maybe that somehow Bones has gotten even hotter. Might be the hair ;) Definitely want to read more! Served its purpose :} Also turned out to be a good read for a visit to the hairdresser when getting your hair colored... Didn't get bored even for a minute ;)

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Jan 30, 2009

Ranata rated it

Shelves: night-huntress-series, vampires

Not as good as the first two but I love the series too much to stop now. I hope the next one has more punch to it. I just thought it was lacking something in the storyline but wasn't sure what it was. I think maybe it's because it felt so rush and there was so much going on. I never got the feeling that the bad guy was really after anything. She just came out of the blue and boom, plot with villian!

I liked the intro of new characters (the real live Dracula, anyone?!) and the love tr...more

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Jan 23, 2009

Emily rated it

Shelves: jeaniene-frost, non-human-fiction

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Oct 28, 2011

Wendy rated it

Shelves: owned

I love this series! This book however had my heart stopping halfway through! Quite an emotion puller but a fantastic read! I love the chemistry between Cat and Bones, its quite phenominal. Every character adds a bit to the story and all of them have different personality traits that either make you love them or hate them! Definately a book and series I highly recommend.

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Dec 28, 2010

Celine rated it

Shelves: good-ol-paperback

It finally arrived! i was without a book for 2 days....the horror of it! and i didn't want to start a new series before finishing this one... I really like snow and stuff but NOT when it is interfering with my reading-habit!

love this series, they make a great fun read! that said: i feel the adventures are piling on and the story is starting to lack.... Bones dying? hardly! and what is in the box??? we missed that completely.. it's the little things that matter to me.

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Jul 25, 2011

Donna rated it

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Shelves: fantasy, read-in-2010

Another amazing adventure in the The Night Huntress series, this third book in the series certainly kept my heart pounding. Bones was as entertaining as ever and I absolutely love how the relationship between him and Cat continues to develop. The wit, humor, and overall personality of these two characters is what keeps me enthralled with the Night Huntress series. I will say that the author managed to scare me half to death in this book (not funny Ms. Jeaniene!) and the plot kept me wanting mor...more

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Mar 02, 2011

Kati rated it

Shelves: het, 2011, in-english, urban-fantasy, work-reviews

A good book. Fast action, lovable, intriguing characters, laugh-out-loud humor - especially the scenes with Bones and Justina, Cat's mother, are hilarious - but also tragedy. On the other hand, I do find these books slightly vulgar; the sex scenes remind me of cheap porn.

Oh, and I couldn't believe what the author did to Randy. He was one of the most fascinating characters, being immune to vampire powers, and I was looking forward to getting to know him better. Not gonna happen now an...more

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Jeaniene Frost is the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of the Night Huntress series and the Night Huntress World novels. To date, foreign rights for her novels have sold to nineteen different countries. Jeaniene lives in North Carolina with her husband Matthew, who long ago accepted that she rarely cooks and always sleeps in on the weekends. Aside from writing, Jeani...more

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