Veil of Shadows (Veil, #2)

Veil of Shadows (Veil #2)

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From an author known for her "romantic spinetingler[s]"* comes thee thrilling follow-up to Through the Veil, featuring a beautiful captain who's lost her magic—and the stranger who will be either her great love or her greatest enemy...

With demons running amok throughout the forests and mountains, a rebel army has been established to win back the land—and a new soldier has...more
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Published September 7th 2010 by Berkley (first published July 29th 2010)

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Kayleigh
Bold, unique with an unconventional concept bound by rules for survival, VEIL OF SHADOWS is an open foray in regards to the Paranormal Romance genre.

Constructed in a distinguished and at times darkly blunt tone, the context and issues dominating the written word are amplified by the emotional depth cut from the leading characters – Liasyn “Syn” Caar; witch, third in command of the rebel army and Xan, unknown soldier with an air of mystery.

Chugged against the elemental throes of a preternatural w...more
Kate
VEIL OF SHADOWS, by Shiloh Walker, is the romantic and action-packed second book in the Veil series. After reading, Through the Veil, I was very interested in continuing the story of this new world that Walker created. With the addition of new characters, I was hooked again.

I was very pleased to have won this ARC from Shiloh Walker, and those who loved the first book will definitely like this one. Syn and Xan were competition for the steamy romance that occured in TTV with Kalen and Lee. I also...more
Amy Jacobs
After reading the first book in this series, I knew I had to read this book. I begged, I pleaded and I entered the contest from the author and I won an ARC of this book for review. I jumped into reading this book and didn't want to let go of it!

Even though this is the second book in this series, within the first chapter the author explains things so well, that this could be read as a stand alone book without worry. Author Shiloh Walker does beautifully creating the world that you step into that...more
Victoria
I loved it! Once again Shiloh creates true to life characters with depth. This follow up to Through the Veil kept the existing characters in the plot (nice) and expanded as well as brought in several new ones.

Sin (a witch)is the captain of the rebel army fighting to free the last demon infested area of their world. The civilians are being sent east where it is safe and all warriors that wish join the army to fight the demons and Warlords who were trapped when Lee crushed the last gate. Xan exude...more
Emma
I had to struggle a bit with this book - something I don't usually do with S.W. books. I think the struggle had less to do with the book itself, and more to do with my having not read the first book in the series. I've done this before with other series written by the author, so I wasn't too concerned that I was skipping the first book (the library didn't have it). For this series (or duology, as the third projected book has been cancelled), you do need to read the first book...first. There is q...more
Bookaholics
Veil of Shadows by Shiloh Walker
Paranormal Romance- Sep 7, 2010
4 ½ stars

Veil of Shadows is the second book following her first story, Through the Veil. But this futuristic/apocalyptic series by Shiloh Walker is only getting better! Veil of Shadows can easily be read by itself but it does help having read the first book.

In this story a world ravaged by demons who hunt humans and evil invading Warlords is held on the edge by a small team of rebels. These rebels have finally closed the final ga...more
Leontine
VEIL OF SHADOWS proceeds on the events from book one; Through The Veil and I think as such the reading pleasure will benefit if you could read these books in order. Within the first pages Shiloh Walker drew me back into the military camp where Kalen Brenner is the head honcho. Together with a very few trusted friends he leads the group of soldiers against demons, warlords and other beings that go bump in to the night. Ishtar is still on very shaky grounds and people seek aid and refuge with Kale...more
Ally
Feb 07, 2011 Ally rated it 4 of 5 stars
Shelves: 2011, ebook
With demons running amok throughout the forests and mountains, a rebel army has been established to win back the land, and a new soldier has appeared out of nowhere to join them. His name is Xan, and his past is a mystery to everyone, including Laisyn Caar (Syn) a beatiful captain in the rebel army. Who is shocked by the powerful, all-consuming desire she feels in his presence. But now isn't the time for distraction. The future of her land and of her people is in her hands. On top of that, she's...more
Michele Lee
I was given this book by the author.

I read this book back to back with Through the Veil, the first in the series, so I'll be comparing the two. Here's my Through the Veil review. And also this review will contain spoilers for the first book.

Veil of Shadows is the second book in Walker's Veil series, which focuses on the world Ishtan, a realm sandwiched between Earth and the demon realm of Anqar. The Warlords of Anqar, a dying race, have been raiding Ishtan for female breeding stock for centuries...more
Bmquiram
Veil of Shadows by Shiloh Walker is an interesting read. This story is about a time after the earth has been visited by a race of creatures that look human, but are physically stronger, and poses powers associated with witches. People from earth have discovered a way to close the wormhole like entrance and fighting the creatures for freedom and to secure lost lands.
In the middle of the war people are trying to continue living their lives between battles. Can these people trust and love in the m...more
Carla *Jen7waters*
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The UHQ Nasanta
3.5 stars

I feel as if I cannot recall the last time I liked the heroine so much. I think I've got a girl crush on Syn. I am just in awe at how competent she seemed, and how poised and well she handled the constant questioning of her authority. She was so confident. I want to be just like her when I grow up. lol. Also, despite her need for Xan, she did not let it get in the way of her job. They would schedule their personal time during their off-hours, and I respected that. I was a bit iffy about...more
Chelsea [Vampire Book Club]
This review was originally posted at Vampire Book Club.

One of the things I love about Shiloh Walker is she creates full characters. You will never find a shell of a person in her books, nor will you have an ancillary character who is a flat voice speaking a single line.

This is incredibly striking as you read Veil of Shadows, because instead of a standard hero/heroine dual point-of-view Walker has brought in multiple voices. Shifting among hero, heroine, outcast, enemy, rebel, leader and friend c...more
Steph
Veil of Shadows is the 2nd book in Walker's Veil series. I read Through the Veil in 2008, so I didn't remember a lot about the storyline. I knew I liked it and was ready to dive back behind the Veil.

Captain Laisyn Caar (or "Syn") (h) and Xan (H) are a fabulous couple. They are both strong warriors determined to do whatever it takes to protect their people and make Ishtar (a realm between Earth and demon realm, Anqar) a safe place again. I didn't have to worry about what I'd forgotten from book...more
Wendy Mitchell
I forget how much I loved this series until I just did a reread for an upcoming book battle. Shiloh's books are such an emotional rollercoaster for the reader, that sometimes it can be an exhausting undertaking. The situations are often dark and depressing but her characters always have a spark that cuts through the doom.
I won't post the entire interview until after the battle, but you can see it at http://www.bittenbybooks.com starting Monday, May 23.
♆ BookAddict ~ La Crimson Femme
Returning to the world of the Veil with the talented Ms. Walker is breath of fresh air. We get to meet our heroes and heroines from before. Time has not been go to them. The men have been a bit mixed up in the head. This story we learn more about the "demon" world. Xan is mysterious and hot. When his past is exposed, I still like him. Laisyn's hang ups seem like much to do about nothing for me. She's kind of irrational in my mind. But, I guess in a war torn world, this is what happens.
Roksana
I quite enjoyed the book better than the first. I liked Syn and Xan and what a surprise obout Xan....

There was more action in this one and the romance was sooo normal and sweet, you could relate (even if you cant relate to the world).

enjoyable quick read!
Casee
3.5/5
Mandi Schreiner
Aug 30, 2010 Mandi Schreiner marked it as to-read
I have to set this one aside for now. I like the main characters and Shiloh Walker has created a cool world - but - I didn't read book one, and I am really lost. I have stepped into the middle of a lot of action and I really, really think it would have been beneficial if I had read bk one first. Then I think this would have been a pretty cool book :)
Jennifer
I really liked the first book in this series and was so excited that there was a second!!! This one definitely did not disappoint!!
Sarah (LuigiGirlNZ)
Really enjoying this series! Can't wait for the next installment :-) keep up the great work Shiloh!
Tina
Liked but not as good as the first. Great to see the previous characters.
Peggy
May 22, 2013 Peggy marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
Gemma
May 16, 2013 Gemma marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
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Tiara
May 12, 2013 Tiara marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
Becca
May 08, 2013 Becca marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
Dizzyhead
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