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Tempest's Legacy (Jane True #3)

by Nicole Peeler (Goodreads Author)

4.14 of 5 stars 4.14 · rating details · 2,380 ratings · 220 reviews

After a peaceful hiatus at home in Rockabill, Jane True thinks that her worst problem is that she still throws like a girl - at least while throwing fireballs. Her peace of mind ends, however, when Anyan arrives one night with terrible news . . . news that will rock Jane's world to its very core.

After demanding to help investigate a series of gruesome attacks on females --...more

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Published January 1st 2011 by Orbit (first published December 28th 2010)

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Dec 02, 2011 Bonnie rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: urban-fantasy, read-in-2011, adult

4.5 stars

Okay so when I sat down to write my review I thought about how much I love this series and how much Ryu drives me nuts and how funny Jane's libido is and how it's like it's own character and how this series has made me laugh so hard and it's totally one of my favorites and then I realize how I've pretty much said the same things in previous reviews so I've decided to end this run-on sentence because I just have one thing to say:

That’ll be all.

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Jan 28, 2011 Elizabeth Dawson rated it 5 of 5 stars

I came upon Nicole Peeler's Jane True series a little late, and I just gobbled up all three books to find that it's going to be a while before number 4 comes out, and I'd kind of like to curl up in a ball and cry. But that's not what Jane would do!

As much as I enjoyed the first two installments of this series, I have to say that number 3, Tempest's Legacy, was the best. Jane has always been a strong and sassy character without ever falling into a cliche or, more impressive yet, without ringing u...more

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Jan 07, 2011 Alisha rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: ac-g

(originally posted on mah' blog: here)

Quick Take: This book starts with a bang and keeps up a relatively darker tone throughout. There are plenty of action-packed scenes, as well as a well of serious inner-musings from the protagonist. All-told it's a great followup and excellent set-up for the series's next books.

This book was quite a ride. It follows some weeks after book 2, Tracking the Tempest, and shakes up Jane's world quite thoroughly. With a new setting--"the Borderlands"--came some fres...more

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Feb 15, 2011 Jessica(Spinecracker) rated it 4 of 5 stars

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4.5 stars
Wow, you think Jane was bas-ass before, wait until you see her in Legacy. She's come into her own and really paying attention to her thoughts and emotions. Her transformation was cool to witness in Tracking The Tempest, but watching her hold onto those realizations and turn them into this warrior physique was pretty much tits.

Thankfully, Peeler doesn't let all this power turn our Jane emotionless. On the contrary. Jane bares more...more

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Apr 05, 2011 Sally rated it 4 of 5 stars

I just adore this series. I'll admit outright that shallow as I am to be impressed by the covers of books, the cover art attracted me to Tempest Rising, the first book of the series. Fortunately it was fabulous and I was hooked.

The writing is gentler than in many UF books and series' and Jane True can hardly be considered a kick butt heroine I find it almighty refreshing to have a central female character who is neither a helpless victim in need of rescue, nor a hard-arsed, kick butt heroine con...more

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Mar 22, 2011 ♠ Sharon is an emotional book junkie ♠ rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: read-in-2011

I'm really sad to be done with the books that are out so far in this series. I really enjoyed the series and especially this book because I think all the elements are coming together for Jane. She is really figuring herself out....not only with her magic but who she is and what{or who} she wants.

This book had a nice combination of action, as well as, personal growth for Jane. The only problem was there wasn't enough smexy time for me. I really like Ryu but I can understand why Jane did what she...more

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Jan 13, 2011 Jamie (Alphas Authors Books Oh My) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: subject-pn-other-par-creatures, read-2011, subject-pn-shifters, subject-pn-vampires, have-ebook

4.5/5 I got one word for you!! Anyan!!!!

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Feb 06, 2011 Kt from A Book Obsession.. rated it 5 of 5 stars

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After saying goodbye to Ryu and leaving Boston, Jane's now been home for a few months to train on both offensive and defensive magical skills. She's making progress, and figures she has time to learn, but one thing she didn't count on was the horrific news she would be getting. She'll need her powers at full strength, as she gets wrapped up in a case dealing with brutalized females, both supernatural and human, that hits closer to home than she could have ever imagined. Despite Ryu and Anyan's p...more After saying goodbye to Ryu and leaving Boston, Jane's now been home for a few months to train on both offensive and defensive magical skills. She's making progress, and figures she has time to learn, but one thing she didn't count on was the horrific news she would be getting. She'll need her powers at full strength, as she gets wrapped up in a case dealing with brutalized females, both supernatural and human, that hits closer to home than she could have ever imagined. Despite Ryu and Anyan's protests, she becomes a very integral part of the investigation, putting herself in the gravest of dangers, and if she isn't careful, this time her number just might be up.

Jane truly becomes Ms. Jane True in this book. She is no longer content to just muster through her training, nor stay on the sidelines in the action. She really isn't the Jane we met in the first book anymore. I'm only hoping she continues on this path of gaining self confidence. Perhaps she may even start to see herself more clearly, as she is an incredibly awesome person. The things she endures are absolutely terrible, yet she continues on with a fierce determination. Granted, there were a few times where she seemed like she might crumble, but she never once gave in. Perhaps in time everyone will stop underestimating her, but at least for now it works in her favor, as no one realizes just how much of a threat she can be.

After the way the last book ended, the relationship issues between Jane and Ryu were inevitable. I'm so glad Jane is standing up for herself, and refusing to just accept his picture of her. Aside from her issues with Ryu there also is the glaring problem that she might actually love Anyan. However, she'll need to accept herself if she is to have any hope with him. As of yet, she just doesn't feel she is in Anyan's league, and that cannot possibly lead to healthy relationship. Of course, I'm still holding out hopes for them yet, but I just hope she doesn't jump into things with her current attitude, as that could be the recipe for disaster. I wouldn't want them to get together, only to fall right apart. I have more of long term picture of them in my mind and I hope it becomes "reality".

This series is the type where every time you think you have something figured out, a major curve ball throws you for a loop. I love being kept on my toes, and this book definitely did not disappoint. The next book should prove to be very good based on the ending events of this book. Some things could have easily gone a different way, but I am so glad they didn't. I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys paranormal romance or urban fantasies with a lighter, humorous side, yet still have plenty of danger and action to cause just the right amount of tension. This series is quickly becoming one of my top favorites and I cannot wait to see what Jane gets herself into next. Bravo to you Ms. Peeler!
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May 07, 2011 Pamela / SpazP rated it 5 of 5 stars

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In anticipation for the release of Tempest’s Legacy, I picked up the first two Jane True books in the series: Tempest Rising and Tracking The Tempest. I found myself completely engaged from the get-go and devoured these books! Since finishing the third Jane True book Tempest’s Legacy, I have really had to sit on writing this review for almost a month so I could think on how to explain why the book knocked my socks off. The truth is, I just loved it and...more Originally posted at WickedLilPixie Reviews

In anticipation for the release of Tempest’s Legacy, I picked up the first two Jane True books in the series: Tempest Rising and Tracking The Tempest. I found myself completely engaged from the get-go and devoured these books! Since finishing the third Jane True book Tempest’s Legacy, I have really had to sit on writing this review for almost a month so I could think on how to explain why the book knocked my socks off. The truth is, I just loved it and this review will be a gushing of love for the Jane True series, there’s no way around it.

You know you are truly engaged with a series when you feel very passionately about, and for all of the characters. The entire cast of the previous books are here! And Jane True’s first-person narration is so funny and endearing. I really giggled out loud while reading. Her sarcastic and witty inner dialog is hilarious, especially when her libido chimes in. Here is where in my review I was going to put a quote, but I can’t even decide what to place here because I have so many. I don’t want to choose and don’t want to give anything away. This is a very grown up Jane, she has gone through a lot and has absorbed all of it, driving her to identify and become her potential. Her self-confidence has come a very long way, and it’s great to see.

In my attempt at keeping this spoiler-free, I am not going to name names… buuttt one secondary character really really really irritated me and I wanted to smack him/her/it so badly. Smack! On the other hand, another secondary character him/her/it continued to enamor me {bats eyelashes}. A seemingly unlikely romantic interest continues to blossom and the overall tension is pretty intense. Fantastic and entertaining new characters are introduced and I loved them! Of the books thus far, Tempest’s Legacy is definitely the darkest. Darrrk. There are some very macabre things going on in this book that continue the overall storyline… It is gritty, gorey, and jarring! And hellooo there is a character named Fugwat the Spriggen. I giggled over this character’s name multiple times, I may have even tweeted the name with an LOL at one point. Even though he is a total bad guy, his name is Fugwat!! I die! There are also some situations Jane gets herself in to that end up going really not in her favor, but how she gets in to them is laugh out loud funny. There is an event in particular, you’ll know what I mean when you read it, that had me giggling out loud again. Okay I have to stop myself here, because I am going to drop details and I don’t want to ruin it for anyone.

To summarize, the Jane True series is one of my favorites of 2010, and will continue as one of my favorites of 2011, with this release of Tempest’s Legacy. For me, it provides all the components of a solid Urban Fantasy, with the right amount of romance to compliment the story the way I like. This really is one of those true Urban Fantasy series that gets better with each book as we watch all the characters evolve. It is truly unique and imaginative in the world and character building. The Jane True we met in the first book has come a long way, and I am certainly looking forward to how she *hilariously* evolves in the next book, Eye of the Tempest. Please write faster, Dr. Peeler!

Reading Order:
Tempest Rising
Tracking The Tempest
Tempest’s Legacy
Eye of the Tempest (future 2011 release)
TBA
TBA
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Dec 18, 2010 Jen (In the Closet With a Bibliophile) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: favorites

I have three words for you all...Oh. My. Gosh. Yes, profound, I know *sarcasm intended*, but this book was absolutely, positively freaking Amazing with a capital "A". All my dear readers, you know my love and complete unadulterated obsession with my dearest Jane True. As you also know that includes her wonderful consorts *clears throat*....namely a sexy hell hound...and if you don't, then you should. (Or you can remind yourself by checking out my review of book one and two on my blog at http://i ...more I have three words for you all...Oh. My. Gosh. Yes, profound, I know *sarcasm intended*, but this book was absolutely, positively freaking Amazing with a capital "A". All my dear readers, you know my love and complete unadulterated obsession with my dearest Jane True. As you also know that includes her wonderful consorts *clears throat*....namely a sexy hell hound...and if you don't, then you should. (Or you can remind yourself by checking out my review of book one and two on my blog at http://intheclosetbibliophile.blogspo...) Because I'm telling you, there is nothing like the deliciousness of Jane True the half selkie!

Each book so far has had it's own beauty, it's own lovely developing version of the heroin, Jane True. In book one, we see her realize her worth, in book two, we see her realize she can take care of herself, and in book three....well...we see her realize her strengths. And, I don't think the fights between her libido and her virtue will ever get old. Maybe because I can relate. Especially while reading this book can I relate. Although, I think I side with her libido when I say, can I ride a motorcycle with the Barghest?!

Mmmmm, yummy, the smexy Anyan Barghest. I mean, I currently feel like licking my lips over an over just at the thought of him. *grrrruff* Oh yeah, that is one hot piece of hell hound. Seriously, just sitting here in this chair, recalling the deliciousness of his keister. Okay, okay, I know you aren't reading this review to hear me talk all about my current favorite fictional boyfriend, but dearest readers, you know my fondness for hot men, especially the supernatural kind.

On a more literary note though, I do think that Peeler has created brilliant characters and using her miraculous author skills, has developed them into a lovely cast of awesomeness. Plus, her plot content was absolutely amazing and pulled me right in to the craziness that is Jane True. I just love the way that Peeler can write the story like she does with all the uniqueness and beauty inserted and all the annoying kornyness kept out. She makes you feel like you are right there, in the action with all of the characters. Up close and personal and amazingly done.

This third book in the series, if you haven't figured it out yet, was absolutely marvelous and wonderful all contained in 368 pages of yumminess. And, with an absolutely friggin' amazing plot that will swerve and careen you into a world of fantasy that you will never want to leave what else can you do but pick up your very own copy. I mean, what could be better than furry brownies, science gone awry, mage balls run amuck and the sexiest damn man/hell hound alive, you just can't go wrong. (less)

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Jan 08, 2011 Bird rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: paranormal, saucy, ebooks, read-in-2011

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I enjoyed the first two books in the series (I didn't love them, but liked them enough to read this as soon as it was released), but was disappointed with the current installment.

Jane's inner dialogue appears to appeal to many readers, but I found it annoying. She spends too much time "talking" to herself, and the conversations she had with her libido made me roll my eyes, not laugh.

The story ended abruptly, with a lot of things left unresolved. Yes, I know there are three (?) more books in the...more I enjoyed the first two books in the series (I didn't love them, but liked them enough to read this as soon as it was released), but was disappointed with the current installment.

Jane's inner dialogue appears to appeal to many readers, but I found it annoying. She spends too much time "talking" to herself, and the conversations she had with her libido made me roll my eyes, not laugh.

The story ended abruptly, with a lot of things left unresolved. Yes, I know there are three (?) more books in the series, but at least some loose ends should have been dealt with. Sure, the Jarl conspiracy is addressed, but we know from the beginning that he's the one behind it. If nothing else, she should have talked to her dad about things. That would have given more closure to the story. I read the blurb for the next book that was included, and it looks like that happens in the beginning of the next story. Why? Jane losing her mom was the main issue in this book, so why drag that part of it out to the next one?

Everything between Jane and Anyan was annoying, and a bit childish. It was very, "Let's not bother talking about our feelings, since we each presume to know how the other feels." Except that they (obviously) don't. It's clear to the reader from very early on that Anyan likes Jane, but she is blind to it. Not only that, but she refuses to act on, or voice, her feelings. It felt like I was reading about a middle school crush, not an attraction between two adults. And every time it seemed like they were actually going to (gasp!) talk to one another, something happened to interrupt them. Seriously, how many times can they *almost* talk about something, or *almost* kiss? Sexual tension is one thing. This was ridiculous.

I found Ryu annoying in this book as well. And why does Jane feel the need to run off when he finds her almost (yes, again!) kissing Anyan? It felt like the author just wanted to drag it out longer, and add more drama since Anyan then assumes things aren't over between Ryu and Jane. (Which, of course, they don't talk about until days later, which Jane thinks means Anyan doesn't like her. WTF? Gah, misunderstandings drive me batty.)

Side note: If Anyan's nose twitched one more time, I was going to reach into the story and cut the damn thing off.

I might read the next book in the series, but it won't be on my "autobuy" list any longer. Too many things about this series bother me, and the good isn't outweighing the bad. (Although I do want to see Jane and Anyan have sex, so that alone may prompt me to buy the next book. Yep, I like me some [hopefully!] dirty sex scenes. *grin*)(less)

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Jan 11, 2011 Cathy rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: great-cover, fantasy, magic-users, mythology, paranormal, read-in-2011, romance, series-reminder, urban, shifter-not-wolf, vampire, twitter-author, elves-fae, humor, owned-paper

In short, it was an exciting, smart and funny book. Dr. Peeler knows how to let her characters grow and how to develop the story along with them. Jane's growth from the sad and isolated young woman in the first book to the increasingly confident and strong woman we see by the end of this book feels real. There's no instant heroism here, Jane has a lot of learning to do, socially, sexually, magically, etc., and her story is brought along in a way that feels real. That includes her relationship wi...more In short, it was an exciting, smart and funny book. Dr. Peeler knows how to let her characters grow and how to develop the story along with them. Jane's growth from the sad and isolated young woman in the first book to the increasingly confident and strong woman we see by the end of this book feels real. There's no instant heroism here, Jane has a lot of learning to do, socially, sexually, magically, etc., and her story is brought along in a way that feels real. That includes her relationship with Ryu. It was clear to me from the beginning that Ryu, while a great guy, just isn't the right guy for Jane. But she needed the experience of being with an worldly man, traveling a bit, and exploring her emotional and sexual sides, before she could be mature enough to have a deeper relationship. I love the way Jane's crush on Anyan develops as well, it just felt real. And fun! We've all had crushes, and fantasies about things actually working out with them. Watching those two slowly get closer feels like living out the fantasy in a small way. Ryu and Anyan are also symbolic of the fast life vs. the simple life, and it's always been clear what Jane prefers.

The story of what's happening in the magical world that Jane's been caught up in develops similarly, with increasing levels of jeopardy for Jane and the wider community with each book. This is a staple of series fiction that is used very well here and in the the set-up for the next book. In the first book there was what seemed to be a simple conflict. New levels of intrigue were developed over the last book and this one. And now the entire political and social aspects of the magical community have been turned upside down, both by the ongoing infertility issue in the magical community and by a very shocking event that totally took me by surprise. Jane involvement in these events has been established in a believable way; she's no Mary Jane with all of the answers and central to every situation. She's a woman who's been caught up in events beyond her control, but who's coming into her power magically and into her strength of will and bravery.

The humor in the story (including but by no means limited to Jane's internal dialogs with her libido) adds to but doesn't distract from the very solid story underneath. There is silliness but the book is far from silly. The banter adds to the story instead of becoming the story, as I see too often from books that try too hard to be funny.

I also really like that Dr. Peeler always introduces me to mythological stories that I've never seen before. While her take on the fae, or factions as she calls them, feels familiar enough to be easily accessible, she also mixes it up and keeps it interesting. And even her vampires and elves have an original twist.

Plus I totally dig Anyan. And his thighs.

My only complaint about the book was the much too frequent use of the word kerfuffle. I know Jane has a big vocabulary and I usually enjoy it. But it stuck out to me the first time and was irritating by the third. Small complaint, right?

So here's the summary: there's a reason this author teaches creative writing and writing of urban fantasy. She builds a solid story while including really exciting battles, poignant relationships, thrilling (and sometimes awkward) romance, lots of laugh out loud moments, and memorable characters. I've read a few books lately that were silly for silly's sake, throwing as many crazy, fantastic ideas together on a page as possible, combined with silly banter and lots of sex and explosions, and hoping that would be enough to keep readers interested. That doesn't work for me. This does. Tell me a real story, make me care about your characters, make me eager to turn every page, and make me both happy to reach the end and completely frustrated that it's over. Not so simple, but Dr. P. does it and does it well. The book is just right for what it's supposed to be: fun and funny, smart entertainment. Read it!(less)

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Jan 02, 2011 Suzanne (Doppleganger) rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: urban-fantasy, funny

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Mar 30, 2013 Cher rated it 5 of 5 stars

I deeply, madly in love with this series. I'm on the fourth book now and can't seem to stop. I fear that I will have to have an intervention to pry my fingers from my Kobo. Is it a bad sign that I know there's only two books left and already I'm worried :-( These books keep getting better and better and this book is no exception.I laughed, sighed and even cried at one point. Already I'm cutting this review short, just so I can get to start the next book. Sorry folks, that's how my addiction talk...more

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Mar 16, 2011 Ghadeer A rated it 4 of 5 stars

Well this was a good read but so much teasing (not cool Ms.Nicole)
I mean how many times have Jane and Anyan "almost" kissed ! It was frustrating really.
But other than that it was good and I liked the little surprises in this book so it was not totally predictable and it kept me on the edge of my seat .
Still the author likes the word (libido) so much I think in the next book I will make a challenge and count how many times the word libido is mentioned
Just for the fun of it :)

Now I am really loo...more

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Apr 10, 2012 Beth Cato rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: in, 2011, urban, fantasy, jane-true, series

Half-selkie Jane True is struggling for balance in her life. Balance between her human and selkie sides, balance between the normal world and the supernatural, balance in her relationship with bad boy baobhan sith Ryu. When her old friend and secret lust Anyan arrives bearing terrible news, Jane's entire world falls apart. Even worse, one of the most powerful supernaturals, Jarl, continues to target Jane and those close to her. Jane is sick of being a passive little seal waiting to be clubbed. T...more

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Aug 17, 2012 Dangerous Romance Book Reviews rated it 3 of 5 stars

Editorial Promo:After a peaceful hiatus at home in Rockabill, Jane True thinks that her worst problem is that she still throws like a girl - at least when throwing fireballs. Her peace of mind ends, however, when Anyan arrives one night with terrible news...news that will rock Jane's world to its very core.

After demanding to help investigate a series of gruesome attacks on females - supernatural, halfling, and human - Jane quickly finds herself forced to confront her darkest nightmares as well a...more Editorial Promo:After a peaceful hiatus at home in Rockabill, Jane True thinks that her worst problem is that she still throws like a girl - at least when throwing fireballs. Her peace of mind ends, however, when Anyan arrives one night with terrible news...news that will rock Jane's world to its very core.

After demanding to help investigate a series of gruesome attacks on females - supernatural, halfling, and human - Jane quickly finds herself forced to confront her darkest nightmares as well as her deepest desires.

And she's not sure which she finds more frightening.

I’ve really enjoyed this series, and have been really looking forward to book three, Tempest Legacy which picks up a few months after book two Tracking the Tempest left off. Jane True is different than a lot of the girls out there inhabiting Urban Fantasy. She isn’t a bad ass, she’s got low self esteem and is just learning how to use her powers. In the very beginning of Tempest Legacy, our Selkie halfling protaganist Jane True has been working on controlling her newly found powers. She has also grown up alot since the first few books, stopped being so damn emo and feeling sorry for herself all the time and learned to stand up to bullies and embrace her new group of supernatural friends. In other words, Jane is probably happy for the first time in her life.

Her on and off again relationship with Ryu, vampire detective for the Royal Faery court is more or less stalled as Jane has realized, other than great sex, they don’t have much in common. She is also fighting her attraction to Barghest Anyan, her unofficial supernatural guardian, who is the unfortunate bearer of horrible news. Her Mother has been murdered, and it looks like it is all part of the Evil Jarl’s medical experimentation on halflings, the very thing Jane, Ryu and Anyan have been fighting to shut down the last two books.

Jane is naturally crushed by the news. She only recently found out her Mother was a Selkie, knowing only her Mother abandoned her father and Jane, when Jane was just a child, something she has never come to terms with, and she always thought at some point, now that she was “in the know” as to the Supernatural, that her mother would come back and after they hashed things out, they’d have a relationship. This is never going to happen now and Jane is devastated. The way she finds out has ramifications through out the book as it points to the differences between Ryu and Anyan.

Jane fights her way on to the Supernatural Investigation team and she, Anyan, Ryu and a handful of others work together to try to trap the Doctors who are performing these horrible experiments and hopefully find something to prove Jarl’s involvement.

I’m glad to see some maturity and growth in Jane, in the past she was snarky and funny but also massively immature. The plot, while not moving the story line forward, did have action and moments of pathos that were really touching. There are new characters that have been added (The Original) and other characters were fleshed out more then I had seen in the past.

I did have a problem however with something. I can’t take the constant “My libido says....” comments. I understand that there are other people out there who enjoy that. If it was say...once every 3 chapters, I’d be okay with it as well, but it was CONSTANT. It became almost schizophrenic as if her Libido was another personality she was talking to. I don’t understand why she couldn’t, for example look at Anyan’s ass and think he looks hot, without it being, “I was trying to focus on the problem, but right then Anyan bent over and my libido said, ‘what a hot ass Anyan has.” All the damn time. She is trying to solve the murder of her damn Mother and she is constantly arguing with her libido about how hot Anyan is. I wish someone who has the book on Kindle would run a word check of how many times the word “libido” is mentioned. I would guesstimate somewhere between 30-50. I kid you not. There were chapters where it was used 3-4 times. Imaginary conversations. with her Libido. For god’s sake, it is a literary construct, try using something else. I’m at the point where I’m not sure I can take another book filled with this.

Also I wish the relationship with Anyan was developed a little better and had even half the heat she and Ryu had. I think she treated Ryu kind of immaturely in the way she broke things off with him. Yeah, he was a bit Rico Suave and manipulative, but he seemed to genuinely care for her and she dumped him very coldly as if he was guilty of some horrible offense. I agree that the way he let her find out about her mom was kind of underhanded, but her reaction felt over the top. I do like Anyan for her and hope she doesn’t blow it in the next book. I’m also hoping they resolve this Jarl thing by the next book, and move onto something else it really needs concluding.

All in all, a fun read; snarky and hilarious at times and touching and emotional at other. The book has drama and excitement, however I am hoping the next entry in the series ties up the multi-book plot, and tightens up the over use of Jane's "Libido" as an over used literary device.
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Jul 28, 2012 Kathy Davie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: funny, fantasy, urban

Third in the Jane True urban fantasy series that revolves around a half-selkie, half-human and her protective friends in the town of Rockbill, Maine.

My Take
It's more serious than the previous two installments and its endings and beginnings are both bad and good, respectively. It's growth for Jane and Julian. Jane discovers her uniqueness while Julian discovers a place that will suit him better.

It's also a time of introspection for Jane as she thinks about her mother and considers her relationshi...more

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Jul 23, 2012 Dark Faerie Tales rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: reviewed-by-sheila

Review courtesy of Dark Faerie Tales

Quick & Dirty: A smart yet darker adventure for our young half-selkie. This one displays a different take on the supernatural community and its citizens than Jane has seen before.

Opening Sentence: I love it when people pre-laugh at their own jokes.

The Review:

Tempest’s Legacy, the third book in the Jane True series, is progressively darker than the previous books were. Don’t get me wrong, there are still lots of quippy remarks and funny internal dialog to e...more

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Apr 01, 2012 Fangs for the Fantasy rated it 4 of 5 stars

Back in Rockabill, Jane True continues to work on her training with Nell and hanging out at the local watering hole with her friends. Things are still awkward with Ryu the baobhan sith, now that she knows that a relationship between them is just not something that she wants. Jane's feelings for Anyan Barghest. Each day Jane becomes more confidant in her skills, which is good thing because she is going to need all of her power to bring justice the man who killed her mother and kidnapped Iris.

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Dec 12, 2011 Holly rated it 5 of 5 stars

Jane is finally back home and licking her wounds after her decision to take a break from Rhu and her depression over the whole Conleth and halfing situation in general. Anyan finally comes home, but only to give Jane horrible news that they have found her mother dead at yet another of the horrible labs. Jane decides to help with the investigation and wont take no for an answer. Along for the ride is her kind of ex Rhu and the halfling Julian she met when investigatin Conleth. The 4 head to the b...more

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Jul 03, 2012 Tatiana Campos rated it 4 of 5 stars

I seriously plowed right through this book, and for good reason! Jane True is back and in my honest opinion, better than ever! She's still the same slightly awkward yet funny sex-on-the-mind girl we've come to know and love, but in Tempest's Legacy we finally see Jane come into her own. No longer does Jane have to rely on others to fight battles for her, no longer is she satisfied to sit back and watch, she wants to get in the thick of it all. Not only does she want to be in the battle, but now...more I seriously plowed right through this book, and for good reason! Jane True is back and in my honest opinion, better than ever! She's still the same slightly awkward yet funny sex-on-the-mind girl we've come to know and love, but in Tempest's Legacy we finally see Jane come into her own. No longer does Jane have to rely on others to fight battles for her, no longer is she satisfied to sit back and watch, she wants to get in the thick of it all. Not only does she want to be in the battle, but now she can honestly add something offensively to raids and attacks and no longer hinder and make others feel the need to protect her. Though obviously that's easier said than done. With Anyan the ever protective barghest and Ryu always watching out for Jane, it's sometimes tough for her to unleash everything that she's capable of.

I really enjoyed reading this because for once romance wasn't the sole focus of the book. Don't get me wrong, I loved reading the steamy scenes of Jane and Ryu, but after a while it got old. I wondered if we'd ever see Jane toughen up and feel more comfortable with her skills. I was pleased to find that in this book we were able to meet a new side of Jane. She's become a good fighter, and even though she's not always confident in her abilities, I can truly say that we're able to see a great improvement in what she's capable of doing. Not only can we see it, but Jane and everyone around her notices her progress as well.

I can't really go into much detail for fear of giving away too much of the plot. But one of the big events that's found out early on in the story was a great contributing factor to push Jane to her limit, and it was only then that I finally saw how strong she was. This book packed more than enough action into the mix, as well as some much loved barghest time. Anyan has been a favorite character of mine, and in this book we finally get a better look at him as a character.

When all is said and done, I'm quite literally ready to jump into the next book in the series!(less)

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Sep 26, 2011 Sarah A. rated it 4 of 5 stars

Thrilling book

I had a hard time putting this book down, I was totally hooked. It had everything the first book entailed and more.

I love Anyan, I really do love Anyan, did I say that I love Anyan!? He reminded me so much of Adam from the Mercedes Thompson series, not in a way that he was a copy of him, mind you, but in that truly man and honest way.

The story itself kept me on tip-toe, I went through all sorts of emotions with Jane, was sad for her at times and I had so many a laughs as well.

Alth...more

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Jan 08, 2012 Yolanda Sfetsos rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: urban-fantasy

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. This is the third book in the Jane True series, and I couldn't wait to get stuck into it. Though I have to say that I'm not really digging the new UK covers. :( I prefer the gorgeous US covers, they're so cute. So, I've already ordered and pre-ordered the next two books in the series with US covers. :)

Sorry about the cover talk, lol.

Jane is getting on with her life in Rockabill, where she lives with her father, enjoys her job in a bookstore, loves hanging out with her friends, and is continuing...more

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Jan 19, 2012 ⚝ Ŧáẅņá ⚝ rated it 4 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Anyone into urban fantacy/paranormal romance-ish type of books.

Solid four stars!

I really do quite enjoy this series. This time Jane learns some shocking news about her mom. Then something happens with Ryu. Then some shocking news about another important character in the book. And an alllllllmost something or other with Anyan. Jeez Jane, get it through ur head that the guy likes you! However, I will say that this series doesn't dwell on the guy anguish very much and I love that fact.

In this book I missed the pop culture references Jane made in the first book...more

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Jun 05, 2012 Lauri rated it 5 of 5 stars

Jane True was recommended by a fellow reader of True Blood. After getting discouraged by that series I thought what the heck and am delighted so far by this one. I really compliment the author for being able to recap in a way that doesn't drive series followers completely bonkers. Series are so popular now how can authors/publishers not realize that today's new reader can figure out read book 1 you wanker (sorry, just had to say it since I just learned it). Even Robin Hobb drove the recaps into...more

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Jun 04, 2011 Amanda Croley rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 5-star

Still very much in love with this series. We got to meet several awesome new characters, and a couple that should be killed off asap! Grimae is a very sick, and twisted individual. He makes my skin crawl. Loved the girls from the Borderlands. Jane received awful news about her mother, and is bent on taking down Jarl. She joins Ryu, and Anyan on their investigation, and proves to be an asset to the team. Their investigation continues to uncover horrific acts, and only gives Jane more determinatio...more

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Apr 30, 2011 Annette M Guerriero Nishimoto rated it 5 of 5 stars

Today's book review is on Tempest's Legacy (Jane True #3) by: Nicole Peeler

High praises for Nicole Peeler's third installment of the Jane True series!!

Two months after being home from Jane's most recent event, Anyan returns to Rockabill to inform Jane that her mother was found dead. Just two day's before his arrival, Jane gets a cryptic call from Ryu saying that he will always be there for her, and be there he was.

After finding out that he also knew about the death of her mother, Jane becomes fu...more

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Jan 27, 2012 Jeannine rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: she-s-always-a-woman, super-freak

This series just keeps getting better with every book. What makes this book so different from other series is the actual growth of the character as well as the story line! After re-reading my review of the first book all of my issues with the main character have been resolved and then some! Yes she was more than a bit meek in the beginning and more than anything I wanted her to be her own woman! With every book she has gotten closer and she gets stronger both mentally and in the use of her power...more

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Feb 09, 2013 Sandra rated it 5 of 5 stars

Gawd how I love a character who cooks! Even if she hasn't really had time to do much of it. I hope she does eventually, at least a little here and there. As Kevin Hearne finally motivated me to buy a real omelet pan and learn how to do it right, I'm hoping Jacole will do the same with something she loves to cook.

What? Oh. The other 99.99% of the book? I loved it too. I don't really have a talent for writing reviews like some of you. I'm glad that Ms Peeler doesn't leave loose ends that niggle at...more

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Nicole D. Peeler is off on another adventure! This time, she’s moving to Pittsburgh to teach in Seton Hill’s MFA in Popular Fiction. Yes, folks, she’ll be mentoring up and coming urban fantasists as they try to break into the publishing world. Or, as she likes to call it, “infecting them with her madness.” In the meantime, she’s still writing Urban Fantasy for Orbit Books and taking pleasure in wh...more

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“Come hell or high water, I will separate you from your man-business. I don't care how, or if you kill me. If it means me, dead, holding your junk, I'll take your junk. Got that?” — 23 people liked it

“The thing is, Iris, I've never liked the idea of compromise. In films and in stories people who love each other — really love each other — make horrendous sacrifices. They give kidneys they move across the world they die. Or become the undead because you know I like that sort of book. Basically the heroine's lover calls and she answers. Which is stupid. You know why ”

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