Its hard to defeat evil on a budget. Just ask Simon Canderous.
FROM THE AUTHOR OF DEAD TO ME.
Its been 737 days since the ... read full description
FROM THE AUTHOR OF DEAD TO ME.
Its been 737 days since the ... read full description
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Mar 12, 2009
Anton
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Well, I had a hell of a lot of fun writing this one, so in my very skewed opinion, it's a five starrer. I may be a bit biased tho...
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Jun 08, 2009
Kim
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PLEASE NOTE: this is the second book in the Simon Canderous series, and contains spoilers for the first book.
When we last saw Simon Canderous, he was invited to join the Fraternal Order of Goodness, otherwise known as the FOGies, and had a new girlfriend, Jane, who was formerly with the Bad Guys and whom Kim found to be a bit of a bimbo. Well, Jane is still around, but has become competent (to the point of actually saving Simon's skin a couple times) and less obnoxious. In fact, Simon ha More...
When we last saw Simon Canderous, he was invited to join the Fraternal Order of Goodness, otherwise known as the FOGies, and had a new girlfriend, Jane, who was formerly with the Bad Guys and whom Kim found to be a bit of a bimbo. Well, Jane is still around, but has become competent (to the point of actually saving Simon's skin a couple times) and less obnoxious. In fact, Simon ha More...
Jan 17, 2011
Joshua
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I read the first book, Dead To Me, a while ago and felt it had some "first book" issues, in that it was Anton's debut novel. It didn't feel as cleanly plotted as I would have liked, with some plot elements appearing out of nowhere toward the end, and some looseness with the events and plot in general. The main character was generally sound, with a cool power--psychometry, the ability to discern past events by touching an object--but I never felt that the power was being used as effec
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Feb 13, 2010
Tiffany
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Deader Still picks up just a few months after the end of Dead To Me and we find Simon still with the Department of Extraordinary Affairs but also a new member of the Fraternal Order of Goodness. The F.O.G. is a kind of good guys super club, they have been around far longer than the government paranormal agencies and allow Simon to play a little fast and loose with the rules.
We also find Simon a relationship with Jane, the “agent of Darkness” from book 1 as she attempts to find her pl More...
We also find Simon a relationship with Jane, the “agent of Darkness” from book 1 as she attempts to find her pl More...
Jun 11, 2011
James
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This was a solid read. It certainly isn't spectacular but it definitely felt less forced than its predecessor, and when the story really got going it was certainly an interesting read.
I just think that it lacks that extra edge of realism that would really add to a book like this - most UF is set in our world just with hidden fantastical creatures, and its done so well that it feels like it may be a possibility. This book though... it seems like a whole different world, the DEA for exa More...
I just think that it lacks that extra edge of realism that would really add to a book like this - most UF is set in our world just with hidden fantastical creatures, and its done so well that it feels like it may be a possibility. This book though... it seems like a whole different world, the DEA for exa More...
Feb 04, 2010
Jessica
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I really like this series! Urban magic tales fascinate me. And to have the main character possessed of a supernatural ability while in the employ of the city government? Even better! Who knew there would be red tape to consider before hunting down a vampire?
Simon Canderous turned his back on his former days of art theft and attempted to turn his life around. Now, a member of the prestigious F.O.G.s and getting the hang of working for the DEA (Department of Extraordinary Affairs) More...
Simon Canderous turned his back on his former days of art theft and attempted to turn his life around. Now, a member of the prestigious F.O.G.s and getting the hang of working for the DEA (Department of Extraordinary Affairs) More...
Apr 30, 2009
Katie(babs)
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Simon Canderous is back in Deader Still, the second book from Anton Strout about a guy with some very interesting powers working for the secret Department of Extraordinary Affairs (D.E.A.) in New York City. I really enjoyed the first book, Dead To Me and now with Deader Still I can certainly say that Anton has quite the future in the Urban Fantasy genre. I chatted with Anton on Sunday at Comic Con and told him I was quite surprised that I enjoyed Dead To Me so much because I am quite biased when
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Feb 18, 2010
Tammy
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Aug 28, 2011
Paula
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I enjoyed this book even more than the first one. It had the same wry humour with the main character Simon Canderous but he had a much more interesting series of hurdles to combat this time and he grew a little, became more of an adult. Most of this was due to the fact that he is in his first long term (and by long term I am talking longer than 3 months) girlfriend and the issues that arise from unreasoning jealousy as well as the fact that there could be a vampire on the loose in Manhattan, k
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Oct 18, 2009
Jing
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A man has been working for a government funded institution, which involves magical issues. After living a new leaf from his dark past, Simon again revisits some of his old nightmares. In addition to that, he faces a mystery which takes a beating at his life both socially and and reputation in the department.
As a continuing sequel, i do not have much to say since i have never read the first one. In my first impression, it seemed good. There was this guy who is struggling with More...
As a continuing sequel, i do not have much to say since i have never read the first one. In my first impression, it seemed good. There was this guy who is struggling with More...
Jul 20, 2009
Steven
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This is the sequel to Dead to Me, but you don't have to read that book first. There's references to the first book, but you can pick them up from context.
Because, really, this book is quite a bit better than the first one. After the first two or three chapters, it manages to "click" and find the humorous rhythm that the first never quite nails. The pace - after those first few chapters - is fast and furious, but also quite a bit of fun. This is a lighthearted urban fant More...
Because, really, this book is quite a bit better than the first one. After the first two or three chapters, it manages to "click" and find the humorous rhythm that the first never quite nails. The pace - after those first few chapters - is fast and furious, but also quite a bit of fun. This is a lighthearted urban fant More...
Apr 06, 2010
Kalyn
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This is the second in the Simon Canderous series, where Simon is partnered with Connor Christos in New York's Department of Extraordinary Affairs. This time, Simon has to deal with a trio of gypsy brothers, a new relationship with Jane (and his own jealousy), a crazy woman from his criminal past, and the normal on-the-job problems.
There is more character growth, which makes Simon slightly less annoying and the action isn't quite so frenetic as the first book. The modern, net-speak More...
There is more character growth, which makes Simon slightly less annoying and the action isn't quite so frenetic as the first book. The modern, net-speak More...
Jun 03, 2009
Hallie
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For the most part I enjoyed this a lot - somehow I (again!) managed to pick up the second in a series while meaning to get the first. It didn't matter much anyway, and Simon with his various insecurities and clumsinesses was very engaging. Also liked the whole set-up of the Department of Extraordinary Affairs, which was cool. (Quick hurrah for the treatment of Godfrey, which I was very afraid would go another way.)
Knocked off a point for the unfortunate 'Illinois gypsies' as stere More...
Knocked off a point for the unfortunate 'Illinois gypsies' as stere More...
Sep 24, 2011
Cheryl
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Deader Still by Anton Strout is the second book in the Simon Canderous series. Based in New York City, the series revolves around reformed thief Simon, trying to use his power of psychometry (the ability to learn about an object's past via touch) for good by joining the Department of Extraordinary Affairs. The DEA has been set up to protect NY citizens from the supernatural, and to hide the supernatural from ordinary beings. Simon finds his power a mixed blessing, as touching objects and people
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May 09, 2010
Shedrick
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From my blog: http://serialdistractions.wordpress.com/...
Deader Still is the sequel to Dead to Me and is the second entry in Anton Strout’s series of paranormal action-comedies starring the psychometric hero Simon Canderous. While I had quibbles about two of the characterizations, I found myself enjoying this tightly plotted and faster-paced sequel much more than the original.
The novel opens several months after the events of Dead to Me. Simon is still working under the More...
Deader Still is the sequel to Dead to Me and is the second entry in Anton Strout’s series of paranormal action-comedies starring the psychometric hero Simon Canderous. While I had quibbles about two of the characterizations, I found myself enjoying this tightly plotted and faster-paced sequel much more than the original.
The novel opens several months after the events of Dead to Me. Simon is still working under the More...
Apr 01, 2009
Lori
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Good character/relationship development following first book. Simon's sometimes awkward personality might cause him to get into scrapes, but his underlying good intentions balance it out. Good evolution of his partnership with Connor, and his relationship with Jane. Intricate but not clumsy or chaotic plot, and interesting paranormal reality. I just hate the abrupt endings leading to the next book. Can't I enjoy closure for a few seconds?? Hint at what's to come, but don't just jerk the story ou
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Jun 09, 2009
Angela
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The second Simon Canderous book, Deader Still, picks up fairly soon after the first installment left off--and this time around, on top of dealing with the challenges of what may be his first long-term steady relationship and suddenly outranking his own mentor, Simon's got to deal with what may well be a vampire outbreak, a psychotic ex coming back to ask him to commit one last crime, and a hapless archivist who is a lot more effective out in the field than he thinks he is (and who under pain of
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Apr 24, 2010
Caroline
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Only months after the events of the first book in the series, Simon's once again in the middle of a giant supernatural crisis, as well as relationship woes. Not only is Simon dealing with those aspects of his life, but one of the previous criminals he worked with in his life previous to the series has resurfaced to force him into helping her.
I was happy to see that Jane becomes a much bigger force in this novel than she was in the first. She's much less of a damsel in distress kind o More...
I was happy to see that Jane becomes a much bigger force in this novel than she was in the first. She's much less of a damsel in distress kind o More...
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Mar 02, 2009
Lindsay
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Apr 05, 2011
Cathy
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Another good, fast read. The fast-paced fantasy adventures and humor are grounded by Simon's relatable struggles with his first real romantic relationship and his first real job. Sure, my struggles with my first supervisors didn't involve vampires or malfunctioning oubliettes, but the office politics and emotional issues felt very familiar.
Feb 24, 2010
Donna
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Liked a whole lot better than the first one. Still a very interesting setting and characters and story line. But during this book I cared more about Simon and his friends than I did in the first, especially at the beginning of the first. I did not want to stop reading and was almost sad when the book ended. The pace was much faster in this one. I am really looking forward to the third book.
Dec 31, 2011
Kathy
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An ok sequel to the first book in the series Dead To Me- it seems a little repetitive somehow and a bit comic book. Not my favorite urban fantasy series so far but I'll give the next book a go and see if it gets better.
Apr 08, 2009
Becky
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I love these books - they are for lovers of the Dresden files and the Nightside books. Dead to Me and Deader Still are snarky, fun filled romps through New York that will make any urban fantasy fan giggle in delight. I seriously want to work for the Department of Extraordinary Affairs... I mean who wouldn't?
May 01, 2011
Indigo
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Way, way, way better than the first one. Worth reading for sure. Still could use a touch of a stronger hand from an editor, but the characterization is stronger, the storytelling is stronger, and the funny and the pop culture references hold it all together nicely.
Onward to the third Simon Canderous!
Onward to the third Simon Canderous!
Aug 23, 2009
Cameron
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Though still crafting oddball events and giving his main character plenty of recriminatory moments, Strout steps Simon Canderous up a notch, moving his soggy-behind-the-ears rookie to a moderately-moist-behind-the-ears rookie. There is still lots of red tape and bureaucratic finagling and mangling, weird ghosts and possessed statues, vendettas and opportunities for batting practice, but the most challenging aspect for Simon: dealing with his former cult member girlfriend in an actual relationsh
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Feb 06, 2012
Maggie
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Enjoyable pleasant read. Characters not as strong as some of my other 4's; a tad graphic novel / comic book - more hero action focused. But, good enough for me to continue with the series (and that's saying something) .
Sep 20, 2010
Candida
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Apr 20, 2009
Leslie
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Anton Strout's sophomore outing made the grade with this reader. Simon is back and the thing haunting him this time isn't a ghost but his past. One of his old "friends" is back in town and needs Simon and his knack for picking locks. Mina wants The Scream and she will harm any who stand in her way, including Simon's girl - Jane. Not only does he have to deal with all that stress, Connor - his mentor at the Department of Extraordinary Affairs - is acting strange. And he is jealous
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Mar 08, 2010
Marilynn
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Read it in less than two days during the week and still got up on time the next day. I would like to read more of the Authors books as he writes them.
Mar 02, 2009
Roswita
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Excellent read. Simon is funny and bumbling and completely likable. I can't wait to find out what happens to Poor Simon next!
