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Jun 28, 2011
Maja
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It’s a bit hard for me to write this review. I noticed a long time ago that the more thrilled I am with a book (or a movie, for that matter), the less likely it is that someone will listen to my recommendation. I’ll keep it short and simple and try not to sound overly enthusiastic.
The first book about Charlie really blew me away, therefore I expected a lot from the second one. It really was fun, fast-paced and emotional, but what ruined it a bit was the relationship between Charlie More...
The first book about Charlie really blew me away, therefore I expected a lot from the second one. It really was fun, fast-paced and emotional, but what ruined it a bit was the relationship between Charlie More...
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Dec 29, 2011
Lesley
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3.5 Stars
The first book in the Charlie Madigan series was entertaining, but could have been better, and I feel the same way about this second installment. At first, I was a little bored with the constant recapping, but soon the story picked up and the plot started getting interesting. I like the uniqueness of the world Kelly Gay has created and the emotional depth of her characters.
However, a few aspects of the story bothered me. The speed at which Charlie and Hank’s relat More...
The first book in the Charlie Madigan series was entertaining, but could have been better, and I feel the same way about this second installment. At first, I was a little bored with the constant recapping, but soon the story picked up and the plot started getting interesting. I like the uniqueness of the world Kelly Gay has created and the emotional depth of her characters.
However, a few aspects of the story bothered me. The speed at which Charlie and Hank’s relat More...
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Jan 20, 2012
Jeanne
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I enjoyed the story and most of the charachters are fun, but I honestly just can't a lot of Charlie. She takes denial to a whole new level and, for me, it's a complete turn off. While I would like to see where the story goes from here, I just cna't take any more of Charlie and her violent and unreasonable responses in her attempt to avoid having to face something she would rather pretend didn't exist. Can't admit you're attacted to someone, start a physical fight and almost (literally) kill h
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Sep 19, 2011
Mihir
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After finishing The Better Part of Darkness, I was very much intrigued by the book and world created by Kelly Gay. I hadn’t enjoyed the main character of Charlie Madigan that much but it was still a good book, and with the plot ending the way it did, the sequel was of high priority for me.
The Darkest Edge of Dawn, second in the Charlie Madigan series, opens a couple of months after the climax of the first, and now there’s a visible change in the skies of Atlanta which has the local Cha More...
The Darkest Edge of Dawn, second in the Charlie Madigan series, opens a couple of months after the climax of the first, and now there’s a visible change in the skies of Atlanta which has the local Cha More...
Jul 15, 2011
Sara
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Plot: 5 Stars
In this sequel, we're introduced to new characters and delve deeper into the politics of Elysia and Charbydon. Between the investigation and the power plays, you would think Charlie didn't have time for anything else. But she also has to juggle with the aftermath of her ex-husband's decision, a partner acting strange, and a kid who is growing up. Any normal person would be overwhelmed, but Charlie handles everything thrown at her. I just hope in future books we get to visit El More...
In this sequel, we're introduced to new characters and delve deeper into the politics of Elysia and Charbydon. Between the investigation and the power plays, you would think Charlie didn't have time for anything else. But she also has to juggle with the aftermath of her ex-husband's decision, a partner acting strange, and a kid who is growing up. Any normal person would be overwhelmed, but Charlie handles everything thrown at her. I just hope in future books we get to visit El More...
Oct 14, 2010
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Sep 14, 2010
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Sep 02, 2010
Brenda
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This book was my first foray into urban fiction and I must say that I am totally hooked! With kick butt action this is one of those stories that you read so quickly that your finished long before you want to be.
I didn't read the first book in this series and it took me a bit to figure out backgrounds of the characters but after a few chapters I was given enough info to follow this story easily.
I loved the protagonist in this story, Charlie is a very strong character but has vulnerab More...
I didn't read the first book in this series and it took me a bit to figure out backgrounds of the characters but after a few chapters I was given enough info to follow this story easily.
I loved the protagonist in this story, Charlie is a very strong character but has vulnerab More...
Sep 02, 2010
Felicia
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Oh crap, I read this out of order. I NEVER do that, but I started it and just kept reading it. I really enjoyed this book and will definitely go back to read the second, er first, but two things:
1) I love this Linda Hamilton cover art, I mean, nice muscles lady!
2) This book felt STARTLINGLY remeniscent of Ilona Andrew's Kate Daniels' series. Set in Atlanta, all the magical beings, etc etc. I have to say I love Ilona's series more, only because it's one of my very favorite UF seri More...
1) I love this Linda Hamilton cover art, I mean, nice muscles lady!
2) This book felt STARTLINGLY remeniscent of Ilona Andrew's Kate Daniels' series. Set in Atlanta, all the magical beings, etc etc. I have to say I love Ilona's series more, only because it's one of my very favorite UF seri More...
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Sep 03, 2010
Monica
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Wow. I am still sitting in the aftermath of this book. I just finished it literally like five minutes ago, and I am still trying to wrap my mind around everything that happened and what it all means. There is so much going on in this book, and it's a good thing. There is the action of Charlie's cases, her own personal and physical problems, there is home life and family; just so much going on yet it all fits into the story and it all makes Charlie feel more real as a character.
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Aug 21, 2010
William
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The Darkest Edge of Dawn by Kelly Gay
Charlie Madigan is a female protagonist that takes no prisoners. In a world that deals with off world beings who have inspired a great deal of human mythology, Charlie thought she was normal. In he first book of this series she discovers that normalcy may not be attainable. In this book she and her partner, Hank, deal with an egocentric off world being with delusions of grandeur.
Charlie is a single mother for all intents and pu More...
Charlie Madigan is a female protagonist that takes no prisoners. In a world that deals with off world beings who have inspired a great deal of human mythology, Charlie thought she was normal. In he first book of this series she discovers that normalcy may not be attainable. In this book she and her partner, Hank, deal with an egocentric off world being with delusions of grandeur.
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Jan 17, 2011
Ithlilian
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Charlie Madigan is not your typical kick butt heroine. She is divorced, has a daughter, and actually has feelings. The Darkest Edge of Dawn continues the story started with The Better Part of Darkness, so I will assume that you've read that if you are considering book 2. Instead of giving a summary, I will get straight to what I liked and what I didn't like about this book.
The best part of this series may be the world building. No vampires and werewolves here, just an Atlanta covered More...
The best part of this series may be the world building. No vampires and werewolves here, just an Atlanta covered More...
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Dec 22, 2010
Blodeuedd
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There is a constant darkness over Atlanta, eternal night. Charlie is trying to understand her new powers, while hunting a serial killer, and dealing with her own life.
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I could go on and on how much I enjoyed this book, Kelly is an amazing author. She writes dark books, but still the book feels so light to read. I mean to save this book, since the next is out first in 8 months, but I could no longer fight it. I had to read it.
In th More...
There is a constant darkness over Atlanta, eternal night. Charlie is trying to understand her new powers, while hunting a serial killer, and dealing with her own life.
My thoughts:
I could go on and on how much I enjoyed this book, Kelly is an amazing author. She writes dark books, but still the book feels so light to read. I mean to save this book, since the next is out first in 8 months, but I could no longer fight it. I had to read it.
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Sep 30, 2010
Ami
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I'm glad that I start the book not long after I finish the first one. It helps because I have a short term memory capacity and I need help to remember what happens in book one. I don't even remember who Llyran or Gregori Tennin until a couple of pages after they're mentioned *lol*
The book doesn't waste time on "background" and jumps directly into action; as Charlie and her partner, Hank, discover parts of corpses in a warehouse and an attack from a pregnant Hellhound. Then, More...
The book doesn't waste time on "background" and jumps directly into action; as Charlie and her partner, Hank, discover parts of corpses in a warehouse and an attack from a pregnant Hellhound. Then, More...
Sep 02, 2010
Melissa
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I have to say that I really enjoyed the second installment of Charlie Madigan's story. Not only does the cover rock but so does the action. The first book, The Better Part of Darkness we were first introduced to Charlie, her family and friends as well as her enemies. These characters are back in non-stop action which doesn't let up until the last few pages of the book. Plus, what is great is that it does open things up for another book in this series without leaving you with a cliffhanger. Oh, a
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Jul 22, 2011
Jess
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This is the second book in the Charlie Madigan series and there's a lot going on in this one that it was almost hard to keep up. Charlie is still a little annoying, she actually might be worse in this one because she was constantly going through mood swings. She kept denying what she was feeling towards Hank and she still can't cope with her relationship to Will (who at this moment is actually Rex), then there's her guilt over her sisters Ash addiction. The list of things that are weighing Charl
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Jan 17, 2012
Karissa
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This is the second book in the Charlie Madigan series. The third book is already released and is titled, The Hour of Dust and Ashes. The fourth book will be titled, Shadows Before the Sun, and is scheduled for a July 2012 release. I enjoyed this book; it is a solid urban fantasy and was a good addition to the Charlie Madigan series.
Charlie is struggling to learn to control her new powers and is learning to live in a city covered in darkness. The war between Charbydon and Elysians/H More...
Charlie is struggling to learn to control her new powers and is learning to live in a city covered in darkness. The war between Charbydon and Elysians/H More...
Jan 01, 2011
Dawn
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The Darkest Edge of Dawn is very fast past read which keeps your attention. BUT I didn't like it quite as much as The Better Part of Darkness.
The Good
I love the mythology between the Elysia and the Charbydon. The mystery is really good, while I think you can figure out who did it early on I love the way we find out the truth. I still like Charlie while I wish she could slow down and just figure herself out I love the one liners and her ability to shut up or apologize when needed.
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I love the mythology between the Elysia and the Charbydon. The mystery is really good, while I think you can figure out who did it early on I love the way we find out the truth. I still like Charlie while I wish she could slow down and just figure herself out I love the one liners and her ability to shut up or apologize when needed.
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Sep 02, 2010
Michelle
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I first picked up Kelly Gay's debut urban fantasy, The Better Part of Darkness earlier this year after hearing many intriguing reviews about a single-mom cop working in a city populated by two powerful, polar-opposite alien species. After meeting Charlie for myself, I found her extremely likable even if the story itself was somewhat slow-going. But I was more than ready to pick up the sequel, The Darkest Edge of Dawn, for the incredible cover art alone. All authors should be so lucky to have Chr
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Mar 04, 2011
WillowBe
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So far, I am totally loving the harder and edgier tone of this second book in the series. I was honestly surprised by the romance between the two protag. I was hoping for it, but never thought I'd get it.
I'm very pleasantly surprised at Ms. Gay's ability to compose a really sexy but edgy love scene and follow it up not with more sex, but a renewal of the trust and comfort which fed the LI initial friendship. It is rare that the protag gets what she needs- someone to count on- seperate More...
I'm very pleasantly surprised at Ms. Gay's ability to compose a really sexy but edgy love scene and follow it up not with more sex, but a renewal of the trust and comfort which fed the LI initial friendship. It is rare that the protag gets what she needs- someone to count on- seperate More...
Mar 04, 2011
Michelle
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I enjoyed this second installment in the Charlie Madigan series just as much as the first. It begins a couple of months after the events in The Better Part of Darkness. As a result of events in the previous book, Atlanta is now covered in day-long darkness.
The central mystery of this installment is that Adonai (natives of Elysia) are being killed, and Charlie and her partner Hank are attempting to solve it. The secondary characters from the first book reappear. She is still deali More...
The central mystery of this installment is that Adonai (natives of Elysia) are being killed, and Charlie and her partner Hank are attempting to solve it. The secondary characters from the first book reappear. She is still deali More...
Aug 25, 2010
All Things Urban Fantasy
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What do you do when your first book is one of the most highly praised urban fantasy debuts of the year? If you’re Kelly Gay, you follow up The Better Part of Darkness with THE DARKEST EDGE OF DAWN and force reviewers everywhere to try and find a better way to describe amazing.
The Better Part of Darkness was one of my favorite reads last year as it introduced me to a very unique paranormal world, or should I say three wo More...
What do you do when your first book is one of the most highly praised urban fantasy debuts of the year? If you’re Kelly Gay, you follow up The Better Part of Darkness with THE DARKEST EDGE OF DAWN and force reviewers everywhere to try and find a better way to describe amazing.
The Better Part of Darkness was one of my favorite reads last year as it introduced me to a very unique paranormal world, or should I say three wo More...
Jan 30, 2012
mlady_rebecca
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Once again, I find myself writing this after already starting the next book in the series. That's a good sign for how quick I'm devouring a series, but often makes it hard to back up and write a review.
Mystery wise Charlie and Hank are in search of a serial killer who is killing Elysians. They mysterious Llyran (the Elysian serial killer from Dr. Titus Mott's lab) and the jinn leader Grigori Tennin both seem to be involved.
But enough about the mystery. What I found most More...
Mystery wise Charlie and Hank are in search of a serial killer who is killing Elysians. They mysterious Llyran (the Elysian serial killer from Dr. Titus Mott's lab) and the jinn leader Grigori Tennin both seem to be involved.
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Sep 10, 2010
April
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THE DARKEST EDGE OF DAWN by Kelly Gay is an Urban Fantasy set in futuristic Atlanta.It is a follow up to The Better Part of Darkness but is easy to read as a stand alone. It is well written. The plot and dialog is easy to follow, has turns, twists, is fast paced and a page turner. It has kick butt action, sirens, dragons, black magic, Druids, betrayal, explosive secrets,ancient myths,
a race against time to stop evil, revenge,power,confrontation,keep the peace, and bring light into a darken More...
a race against time to stop evil, revenge,power,confrontation,keep the peace, and bring light into a darken More...
Sep 18, 2011
Christen a.k.a. Goldilox
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Another great installment in this series! I love Charlie and Hank, as well as the world Kelly Gay has created! Everything in this world of off-worlders and humans is so believable and the plot makes sense.
When The Darkest Edge of Dawn begins, it has been two months since the end of the last book, when the darkness overtook Atlanta. Charlie is continuing to understand the powers she possesses and is working with Aaron to learn to control them and use them when she wants. Charlie an More...
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Sep 23, 2010
Mary (BookHounds)
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First off: Brimstone the Hellhound. If I wasn't won over from the first book (which I totally loved), then this cemented my relationship with Charlie Madigan. Anyone who has a daughter that can communicate directly with (hell) Hounds is immediately my best friend. If you didn't read The Better Part of Darkness you don't need to go back (but do!), The Darkest Edge of Dawn catches you up with little flashbacks. I was quickly drawn back into the Underground and didn't want to see daylight ag
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Sep 03, 2010
Fiendishly
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4.5 Stars
The Darkest Edge of Dawn steams with a ferocious intensity as Kelly Gay outdoes herself in this remarkable sequel to The Better Part of Darkness. She has pulled out all the stops this time, capably molding her world with a sense of certainty that can only come from fully realizing the hurdle of a first novel and deviously plotting a strategy to surpass it.
Gay has infused Dawn with more desire, conflict, history and whetted our appetites for more. Definitely more. More...
The Darkest Edge of Dawn steams with a ferocious intensity as Kelly Gay outdoes herself in this remarkable sequel to The Better Part of Darkness. She has pulled out all the stops this time, capably molding her world with a sense of certainty that can only come from fully realizing the hurdle of a first novel and deviously plotting a strategy to surpass it.
Gay has infused Dawn with more desire, conflict, history and whetted our appetites for more. Definitely more. More...
Aug 24, 2010
Ziaria
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It took me longer to get into this book than it did the first. I'm not sure why. I was a good storyline and I still liked the characters. I think my problem is trying to remember the various creatures and what they can or can't do. I'm having an issue juggling all of them.
With that said, I enjoy Kelly's storytelling. She got a fantastic way of pulling the story together. Hank is by far my favorite of the characters. I love his sense of humor and let's not forget he's just a tad bit of More...
With that said, I enjoy Kelly's storytelling. She got a fantastic way of pulling the story together. Hank is by far my favorite of the characters. I love his sense of humor and let's not forget he's just a tad bit of More...
Sep 03, 2010
Jules
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I was really into this book right from the start. The action begins on page 1 and doesn't let up until the end. Even though this is the second book in the series, I didn't feel lost at all as the author gives you the pertinent information for this story to build on its own. Ms. Gay has created an intriguing world of darkness full of immortal and mythical beings who are alien, yet familiar. I like that she lets the reader in on secrets and then builds on that to show there are even more myste
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Oct 25, 2011
Paris
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I really like the characters in this series and the world that they live in. I enjoy these books more than the Mercy Briggs series and the Anna Strong series, but there’s still something a little too dry about them. I really want to be engrossed in what happens, but there’s still something that is keeping me from wanting to devour every word. I find it very frustrating because there is so much potential in these books. What’s even more frustrating is that I really can’t completely pin point what
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