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Dead If I Do (Garnet Lacey #4)
The spunky heroine of Romancing the Dead returns in this utterly bewitching series.
Witch Garnet Lacey is ready to walk down the aisle with the super sexy vampire Sebastian. Besides the fact that he has no pulse, things couldn't be more perfect. Until plans for the wedding start falling apart, and Sebastian's zombie-slash-vampire-slash witch ex-lover decides that both of t...more
Witch Garnet Lacey is ready to walk down the aisle with the super sexy vampire Sebastian. Besides the fact that he has no pulse, things couldn't be more perfect. Until plans for the wedding start falling apart, and Sebastian's zombie-slash-vampire-slash witch ex-lover decides that both of t...more
Paperback, 290 pages
Published
May 5th 2009
by Berkley Trade
(first published March 30th 2009)
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I figured I'd go ahead and work my way through the series this week.
This one had a lot of promise--and it was good--but it had a few flaws that kept nagging at me. One was that I noticed--probably because I've been reading these back-to-back--that there were some discrepancies with the overall narrative. Nothing too major, but I still hate to see changes made in later books of a series, whether it's intentional to change the trajectory of the plot or simply because the writer lost some of the d...more
This one had a lot of promise--and it was good--but it had a few flaws that kept nagging at me. One was that I noticed--probably because I've been reading these back-to-back--that there were some discrepancies with the overall narrative. Nothing too major, but I still hate to see changes made in later books of a series, whether it's intentional to change the trajectory of the plot or simply because the writer lost some of the d...more
Garnet and Sebastian are finally planning their wedding but, as you can probably guess if you've read any of the previous books in this series, nothing ever goes quite to plan. When Garnet introduces Sebastian to her estranged parents the evening doesn't get off to a good start when they discover Sebastian is a vampire. It only gets worse when Matayas' mother (& Sebastian's ex) Tereza appears and curses them.
Having spent centuries in suspended animation Tereza has finally come back to life...more
Having spent centuries in suspended animation Tereza has finally come back to life...more
Garnet Lacey is a Wiccan who just happens to share her body with the Goddess, Lilith. After running from a massacre orchestrated by a group of Vatican witch hunters, Garnet has been living her life and practicing her craft in Madison, Wisconsin.
Garnet is all consumed with her upcoming wedding nuptials to her Vampire boyfriend, Sebastian. After a disastrous introduction to her parents, the wedding plans slowly begin to fall apart. Soon it becomes clear that the crumbling plans are more than mere...more
Garnet is all consumed with her upcoming wedding nuptials to her Vampire boyfriend, Sebastian. After a disastrous introduction to her parents, the wedding plans slowly begin to fall apart. Soon it becomes clear that the crumbling plans are more than mere...more
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The fourth book of the Garnet Lacey series brings us to Garnet’s wedding to Sebastian.
Everything is set for Garnet’s wedding, well, everything except acceptance from Sebastian’s son, Matayas. Then everything starts to go wrong – caters cancel, the wrong dresses are shipped, the band cancels and, to top it off, Sebastian’s former love (and Matayas’ mother), Tereza show up to fight for her man.
And, Garnet’s parents arrive to help her with the wedding. Of course, the introductions didn’t go that w...more
Everything is set for Garnet’s wedding, well, everything except acceptance from Sebastian’s son, Matayas. Then everything starts to go wrong – caters cancel, the wrong dresses are shipped, the band cancels and, to top it off, Sebastian’s former love (and Matayas’ mother), Tereza show up to fight for her man.
And, Garnet’s parents arrive to help her with the wedding. Of course, the introductions didn’t go that w...more
What I liked:
1. Things aren't so easily happy even if you happen to have magic and other paranormal goodies on your side. In this story life in the real world is just as easily swayed and changed as life among the paranormal.
2. Even though there are paranormal beings, and magic actually does exist in this world, it isn't everywhere. Most characters in this story don't know that vampires exist or that a Goddess can easily take shelter in someone's body.
3. The Wiccan rituals and discussions that o...more
"Dead If I Do" is book four in Tate Hallaway's series about a witch who's finally found her perfect man, uh vampire. In this latest tale, Garnet and Sebastian are ready to tie the knot but it appears someone may have put a curse on their wedding since everything from cakes to dresses seems to be going wrong! And when Sebastian's ex-lover, mother of his son, apparently now a zombie shows up...well Garnet's pretty sure her life is NOT going well.
This series is chicklit meets the paranormal with oc...more
This series is chicklit meets the paranormal with oc...more
Apr 04, 2012
Conny
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Recommended to Conny by:
I have the series
I am not very eloquent in expressing my opinions, but I will try. I am a fan of the quirky and always getting into trouble Garnet Lacey and her vampire boyfriend Sebastian. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars was because I thought the plot line was a bit flimsy. I did enjoy meeting her parents in this book and it made sense to me since they were planning on getting married that they might make an appearance. As usual a lot of things go wrong until they make it to the altar. I do enjoy the...more
I liked it... I really enjoy the Garnet Lacey series. Something about this one just sort of left me thinking there should have been more. The recurring character that "resurfaces" in this book seemed to lack complete definition, and the conflict there popped up at regular intervals with little escalation. Same with the wedding disasters... one after another, but no sense of building tension or impending trauma. The Vatican assassins, once so formidable, seemed almost laughable. It had all the el...more
I really, really, reaaallllyyyyy wanted to love this book. I am a huge fan of this series but I just couldn't get into the book as well as I have been able to get into the previous 3. It was interesting to meet Garnet's parents and for Tereza to finally wake up, but I can't say I was all into the whole wedding thing.
Spoilers are coming, I can't review this without them cause I've got questions on stuff I didn't quite get so if you haven't read it yet and don't want the details, stop now.
So, di...more
Spoilers are coming, I can't review this without them cause I've got questions on stuff I didn't quite get so if you haven't read it yet and don't want the details, stop now.
So, di...more
This was the best in the series so far. Garnet and Sebastion are engaged, and the wedding is in two weeks. What happens? Teresa(Sebastion's ex) comes back with a vengence, that's what, and Garnet's hippy parents are there to witness the whole thing. There were some great laugh-out-loud moments, intense moments, and yes, even passionate ones too. A wonderfully fun and exciting book that I must add to my wish list. Garnet Lacey is just so much fun getting to know, and I can't wait for more great b...more
This book series is fun and light with a little bit of romance thrown in. Sebastian and Garnet are always getting themselves into trouble, and there is no exception here. Garnet is planning their wedding in two weeks when Sebastian's ex shows up and curses the wedding. All kinds of madness starts and on top of everything else Garnet's parents are in town. You just have to read, there is too much to describe here!
I had to wait almost 2 weeks for this book to arrive, and man- I could not put it down. There was so much excitement and drama. This book would allow for many books after. I am kind of sad to know the next one is the last one. I am sure she will end the series with a bang!
3.5 stars. I've really enjoyed this series...always an amusing read. This one in particular felt a bit more "chick-lit-y" than the others. The conflict and overall tone of the story felt lighter.
I wonder if this series will continue...the end provided closure and felt...well..really finalized.
I wonder if this series will continue...the end provided closure and felt...well..really finalized.
This was probably my least favorite book out of the series. I think because I have had enough of everything horrible happening to Garnet all the time. The girl deserves a litle bit of a break. But what disturbed me the most was Sebastian's actions in this book. I understand he has a connection with Tereza but how he treated Garnet was deplorable, and right before their wedding! I spent most of this book hating him and thinking him all wrong for Garnet. Also, the sudden interoduction of her paren...more
Just when you think a wedding can't get any more insane... throw in a vambie, a curse, and Vatican witch hunters! WOOHOO! I loved the latest installment of the Garnet series!
Garnet is a witch, engaged to a vampire, and the world seems to be conspiring against her in this fun and engaging tale. Recommended for fans of paranormal romance.
My only complaint about this book is it's the last one in the series :( I loved them all. I hope there are more coming! Really fun read. This one actually had me laughing out loud in a few parts.
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This book was okay...the storyline seemed to fall a little flat for me. No really bad stuff happening, no convincing fights for their lives or anything, just a bunch of pre-wedding complications. I have trouble remembering why I liked Sebastian in the first place which didn't help move the story along for me.
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Latest in the series, and was pretty fun to read (if you like trashy vampire novels-which is what it is).
What a great book!! I love this series and I'm so glad that Tate is getting the plots ready for 3 more books!! I love Garnet and I can't wait for more to come out!
I loved this series and I would recommend it as a summer read.
Stupid and shallow. Just thought I would try it...waste of time.
Nov 08, 2012
Lissa & Alexa The Novel Lasses
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Age 18 and up (mature context)
Review to Come...
Garnet and Sebastian are getting married, but when cursed by Sebastian's exgirlfriend Tereza - and everything starts to go wrong...
Tereza, Matyas' mother - tried to turn her vampire but failed - she has been more dead than alive - Matyas did something (exorcism by vatican? rebite by real vampire?), and she's back and crazy...
So Garnet & Sebastian have to navigate their responsibility, feelings, etc. as they strive to do what's right....
and ultimately, they have a lovely wedding...
Tereza, Matyas' mother - tried to turn her vampire but failed - she has been more dead than alive - Matyas did something (exorcism by vatican? rebite by real vampire?), and she's back and crazy...
So Garnet & Sebastian have to navigate their responsibility, feelings, etc. as they strive to do what's right....
and ultimately, they have a lovely wedding...
The plot was somewha disappointi g though.. But overall a good read.
I found this latest installment in Tate Hallaway's Garnet Lacey series just as enjoyable as I expected. Garnet and Sebastian are very interesting characters, and it was nice to get to know their families a bit more. The contrast between Garnet's down-to-earth Minnesota farmer parents and Sebastian's (un)dead son and babymama was great! I was pleased by the eventual outcome of the book, and am looking forward to see where things end up - especially with Parrish and Teresa.
Keep getting better!
This series ended well in my mine...yet, if there is another book --I know I am done.
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A Scorpio with a Leo Rising, Tate Hallaway is an amateur astrologer and practicing Witch. Tate has been a fan of vampire fiction since she first read Poppy Z. Brite in high school. Her first short fiction acceptance was to a vampire ‘zine called Nocturnal Ecstasy Vampire Coven. Tate lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota with three black cats.
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