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Skeleton Crew (Underworld Cycle #2)

by Cameron Haley (Goodreads Author)

3.89 of 5 stars 3.89 · rating details · 123 ratings · 33 reviews

Bodies are hitting the pavement in L.A. like they always do, but this time they're getting right back up, death be damned. My mobbed-up outfit of magicians may be the strongest in the city, but even they aren't immune to the living dead.

And I've yet to develop a resistance to Adan Rashan.

If I don't team up with the boss's son, we won't just be at each other's throats over...more

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Published April 19th 2011 by Luna (first published April 13th 2011)

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Apr 19, 2011 Sharon rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is a dark, gritty hard core Urban Fantasy. The world and characters take center stage. Most of the UF I read is heavy on the romance, but this one isn’t. There is a little bit of romance, but I didn’t miss it because I was having so much fun watching Domino and company kick demon and zombie (oh, yes, folks, there are zombies!) ass.

I haven’t read the first book in the series (Mob Rules) and I think you should before reading this book. I was still able to enjoy Skeleton Crew, but information...more This is a dark, gritty hard core Urban Fantasy. The world and characters take center stage. Most of the UF I read is heavy on the romance, but this one isn’t. There is a little bit of romance, but I didn’t miss it because I was having so much fun watching Domino and company kick demon and zombie (oh, yes, folks, there are zombies!) ass.

I haven’t read the first book in the series (Mob Rules) and I think you should before reading this book. I was still able to enjoy Skeleton Crew, but information in the first book probably would have made this one easier to understand from the beginning. I *will be reading the first one.

Our heroine, Domino, is kick-ass and smart mouthed mob sorceress. There is a hidden world that shadows our world where mobsters rule and their currency is magic. Different gangs fight over territory in an attempt to gain more magic. There are alliances and enemies, but you are hard put to find friends. Zombies are now walking and eating and Domino and her gang have to figure out why and how to stop them. This story is one violent action scene after another and filled with dry humor. It is a clever and imaginative world. The zombies aren’t like what you see in the movies as Domino finds out.

Someone who hasn’t read Mob Rules first would probably give this book a lower rating, but I am not going to dis this story, since it was my stupidity for not reading the first one. I still can recognize the world building genius Haley has created!

Example of Haley’s humor:
“Everyone has an irrational fear. For some people it’s spiders, for other it’s snakes, or maybe clowns. I have a big fucking problem with zombies. I can deal with ghosts- even the really creepy ones. Hell, I share my condo with a spook, an old woman named Mrs. Dawson. I can also deal with dead bodies-as long as they stay down. If they get up and try to eat me, that’s just too fucking much.”

A look into Domino’s head:
“I’d done a lot of bad things in my life. I wasn’t an innocent. I didn’t dwell on it, I didn’t cry about it, but I knew there was evil inside me. Maybe it had always been there or maybe I’d had a choice somewhere along the line and I’d done it to myself. It didn’t matter-it was there all the same. I’d thought I could give my life some meaning, some purpose, by turning that darkness against a darkness greater still. I couldn’t change what I was but I could be the lesser of two evils. I could be the devil you know.

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Jan 22, 2013 Paradoxical rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2013-reading-list, books-otherwise

I enjoyed this book a lot more than I did the first, which is good because the first one was a bit of a chore to get through. Skeleton Crew was, for some reason, much easier for me to digest. I do think this is because a good portion of the world building was pushed out the way by the first book, freeing up the author a bit to be able to play more in the universe that he created.

It's still a fairly messy book though. Domino is thrown into a lot of crazy situations and she just sort of rolls with...more

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May 28, 2011 cecilia rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: knees-covers

I picked SKELETON CREW up without realizing zombies played a HUGE role in this sequel to MOB RULES. I know, it's in the summary - but I didn't read it at all since I was already interested in seeing how things played out for Domino. A leap of faith, really, considering my lukewarm reactions to the 1st book.

Is there anything that zombies can't make gold? Actually, I can think of a few reads that didn't work out, but SKELETON CREW really really blew my mind away. In a good way. In the good rock-my...more I picked SKELETON CREW up without realizing zombies played a HUGE role in this sequel to MOB RULES. I know, it's in the summary - but I didn't read it at all since I was already interested in seeing how things played out for Domino. A leap of faith, really, considering my lukewarm reactions to the 1st book.

Is there anything that zombies can't make gold? Actually, I can think of a few reads that didn't work out, but SKELETON CREW really really blew my mind away. In a good way. In the good rock-my-socks-off way. Zombie outbreak never looked more sexy or dangerous or crazy-awesome. Seriously I think Cameron Haley has renewed my zombie addiction ten-fold after being in such a slump last fall!

I do not think reading MOB RULES is necessary to appreciate the sequel to the max. It may help to explain the magic system, the gang and Faerie Court politics, the tension between Domino and Adan, but otherwise I think the story rolled smoothly on its own with it as things start to snowball into an avalanche. There simply wasn't any time to worry about backstory - Domino and company had too much on their plate to handle without wallowing in the past for long.

I loved how SKELETON CREW incorporated South American mythology into the storyline, especially in regards to the zombie infestation. A really unique spin that definitely added some spice to the experience - and I never realized how special Mexican Hairless Dogs are! Who knew that they would play such a significant part here? Or that La Calvera Catrina could be such a deliciously dynamic villain? Who would have dreamed that South American mythology and cultural references + zombies would create such a fascinating story?

The action never let up for a second! Whenever Domino gets even a hint of a break, she gets slammed with another problem to handle - and sometimes they were interconnected. Of course, as her troubles start to culminate and the end of humanity is near, everyone - gangs, Faerie Court, spirits, federal agents - wants to play hero in order to be rewarded with more power that will surely result for their cooperation. Too bad there isn't really enough power to go around...

SKELETON CREW has definitely got me hooked on this series! Cameron Haley has created an amazing world that solidified in this sequel, and I am dying to find out what happens next! Domino and gang may have successfully swept their zombie problems under the rug, but have they enough juice to contained the demons and Faeries from overrunning L.A.?(less)

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May 21, 2011 Riley Quinn rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book of the Domino Riley series by Cameron Haley. While it is a stand-alone novel, you’ll get more enjoyment and have less confusion if you read the first book before tackling this one.
Ms. Haley’s writing style is engaging and easy to read. The action kept the story moving, although at times it felt like a little too much. A breather here and there for the reader (and her characters) would have been appreciated.

The book is written in first person in Domino Riley’s point of vie...more

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May 07, 2011 Paranormal Haven rated it 3 of 5 stars

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Zombies have over taken L.A. and it is up to Domino, and the gangs of L.A. to save the city.

Skeleton Crew is a dark UF. It is the second book in the series. I haven’t read the first. It stands apart from every other Urban Fantasy by having a very unique magic system. Magic is pulled out of the earth, or streets themselves. Gang tags seem to help give members more magic power as well as claim territory. A number of strange and mythic figures make appearances. Some of the mythic figures like the B...more Zombies have over taken L.A. and it is up to Domino, and the gangs of L.A. to save the city.

Skeleton Crew is a dark UF. It is the second book in the series. I haven’t read the first. It stands apart from every other Urban Fantasy by having a very unique magic system. Magic is pulled out of the earth, or streets themselves. Gang tags seem to help give members more magic power as well as claim territory. A number of strange and mythic figures make appearances. Some of the mythic figures like the Burning Man, and hairless dogs are hard to take seriously. The descriptions of these magical things are gritty, but also enjoyable.

The story has many interesting characters, but is mainly taken over with Domino. She is high up in a gang of L.A. The slang and language in the story is strong, what you would expect from gangs. Domino’s is a lot better than the majority of the other gang people. In fact the ‘gangs’ spend most of the book saving the world instead of committing crimes. Domino seems to run the rescue effort. She is a strong super sorceress character that everyone listens to. The only problem with her voice was that I didn’t feel scared for her. I had some problems being invested with the same worries she shared.

It never really feels like a zombie apocalypse. There is so much that goes on behind the scenes in a kind of ‘between’ world where ghosts and demons rule. Sometimes it is easy to forget that in our world there is an apocalypse on.

There is a romance in the story, but it is very light. Instead the battles take center stage. I enjoy a lot of nice detailed action, which the book has in spades. The problem lies after a couple battles. Domino’s fighting started to feel reparative. She used the same kind of spells in the same ways that started to slow things down for me.

Skelton Crew is a dark action packed Urban Fantasy with some nice gory scenes. The middle of the story slowed down for me. I wanted to feel more involved with Domino. It has a number of interesting characters that are creative and fun. It has an original magic system and detailed story, but I was never actually scared that anything was ever lost.
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Jul 26, 2011 Reed rated it 3 of 5 stars

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Sequels are often quite telling--will the author recycle what he established in the first book, or will he delve into his world, expanding and elucidating, striving to do something more than a rehash of what has gone on before?

Cameron Haley seems bent on the latter. Kinda.

His sophomore novel is certainly more than a rehash of his debut novel. Domino Riley is now the acting boss/war captain of her gang, as her boss has decided to "retire". And as is usual for a person new to their position, the...more

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Apr 08, 2011 Kt from A Book Obsession.. rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: received-for-review

Domino Riley is practically the top dog in her outfit as her mobster boss has handed almost all of the reigns over to her. While this may have been her life's admiration, it means the buck stops with her and she is responsible for anything that could go wrong. So when zombies start showing up and "reproducing" like crazy, she knows she's in trouble, but that it is up to her to get to the bottom of things. Of course the distraction of her attraction to her boss's son Adan, doesn't help things. Sh...more Domino Riley is practically the top dog in her outfit as her mobster boss has handed almost all of the reigns over to her. While this may have been her life's admiration, it means the buck stops with her and she is responsible for anything that could go wrong. So when zombies start showing up and "reproducing" like crazy, she knows she's in trouble, but that it is up to her to get to the bottom of things. Of course the distraction of her attraction to her boss's son Adan, doesn't help things. She'll have to team up with him as well as her other allies in order to have any chance at stopping the zombie Apocalypse. Luckily she has some kick butt skills to back her otherwise, there would be no hope for this little sorceress.

The saying goes "Be careful what you wish for because you just might get it." Domino learned this hard lesson in Skeleton Crew as she may have gotten her wish to lead a war effort to help people. However, it came with a horrible cost that she never could have predicted. If she fails in her efforts, millions of lives will be lost, the stakes really are that high. Domino of course keeps her cool and continues to be the driving force. She really is everything a leader needs to be. I found it amusing that the Fairy King kept taking her orders for where he was to concentrate his efforts considering he is supposed to be so much more powerful. In fact, she pretty much controlled the plans the entire book. Perhaps she has more influence than she truly realizes.

I really love the dynamic between the characters in this series. They are so fully fleshed out and their relationships are completely realized. You can't help but to care for them, and want to root them on. The Piskies continue to add a softer side that really helps to balance out Domino's outward gruffness. The sexual tension between Domino and Aden is also rather thick, perhaps more on her side, but this helps to ground her character even more. All of the characters seem to carry a certain amount of respect for Domino, and I am very happy that she continues to work very hard to make sure deserves it. She definitely is my favorite "good" bad guy.

Let me just say that while I enjoyed the first book, this one blew it out of the water. The stakes are just that much higher, however I never once felt weighed down by this, and found the pacing to be very good. Just as soon as a fight scene would start to feel a little overwhelming, it would end, proving this author sure knows how to keep the perfect balance between action, plot, and story. The ending caught me slightly off guard, but I think it set things up for an interesting future. These books are urban fantasy at their finest, and this is one author you will want to watch out for. Major kudos for another great novel that left me more than entertained!(less)

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Feb 08, 2012 Yla Delarosa rated it 5 of 5 stars

When I started turning the pages of this book, at first I was a little lost with all this magic lingo, all this juice and outfits and world rules, and then Domino's thing with Adan - who by the way I find mysteriously charming. But slowly yet surely, as soon as I got the hang of it, I began to be drawn to this very exciting world of magic, demons, fairies, and yeah - zombies. Now Zombies here are different - yes they still want to eat people, but they can still think and act normal. Often times...more When I started turning the pages of this book, at first I was a little lost with all this magic lingo, all this juice and outfits and world rules, and then Domino's thing with Adan - who by the way I find mysteriously charming. But slowly yet surely, as soon as I got the hang of it, I began to be drawn to this very exciting world of magic, demons, fairies, and yeah - zombies. Now Zombies here are different - yes they still want to eat people, but they can still think and act normal. Often times they dont know they are dead until this uncontrollable urge to eat people hits them. Its a totally new twist for me, and I liked it.

This story, though, revolved mainly on Domino. Everything always seems to get back to her - like most of the characters are just there to ensure that she'll be the heroine we all expect her to be at the end of the day. Although its a good thing coz it makes the readers' empathy focused on one person only - it made me feel like the rest of the characters lack identity. But maybe coz it has already been established in the first book? See now I really must get my hand on that book.

The ending is a little surprising. I dont know whether Cameron is highlighting some culture's practice or tradition - but the story when the husband must leave and wander in the wild while the wife raise their child on her own - it sounds a little too stereotyped for me. I strongly believe that when a couple gets married, its either they wander together exploring the world - or they settle down and raise a family. That's why its called tying the knot, right? Oh ignore me - just another attack of the romantic side of me. Haha. Nonetheless, I do like the ending. It leaves me with something to hope for for Domino and Adan.

Overall, this has been a very exciting read for me. Its like a non-stop action that'll keep you wanting to turn the pages faster to know what'll happen next. I like Domino's character - a little bad-ass, a little softie - very likable. I like the story, very unique with its highly interesting magic system. And the plot is anything but boring! This, indeed, is another urban fantasy book that I would highly recommend.(less)

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May 08, 2011 Beth Dawkins rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2011

Zombies have over taken L.A. and it is up to Domino, and the gangs of L.A. to save the city.

Skeleton Crew is a dark UF. It is the second book in the series. I haven’t read the first. It stands apart from every other Urban Fantasy by having a very unique magic system. Magic is pulled out of the earth, or streets themselves. Gang tags seem to help give members more magic power as well as claim territory. A number of strange and mythic figures make appearances. Some of the mythic figures like the B...more Zombies have over taken L.A. and it is up to Domino, and the gangs of L.A. to save the city.

Skeleton Crew is a dark UF. It is the second book in the series. I haven’t read the first. It stands apart from every other Urban Fantasy by having a very unique magic system. Magic is pulled out of the earth, or streets themselves. Gang tags seem to help give members more magic power as well as claim territory. A number of strange and mythic figures make appearances. Some of the mythic figures like the Burning Man, and hairless dogs are hard to take seriously. The descriptions of these magical things are gritty, but also enjoyable.

The story has many interesting characters, but is mainly taken over with Domino. She is high up in a gang of L.A. The slang and language in the story is strong, what you would expect from gangs. Domino’s is a lot better than the majority of the other gang people. In fact the ‘gangs’ spend most of the book saving the world instead of committing crimes. Domino seems to run the rescue effort. She is a strong super sorceress character that everyone listens to. The only problem with her voice was that I didn’t feel scared for her. I had some problems being invested with the same worries she shared.

It never really feels like a zombie apocalypse. There is so much that goes on behind the scenes in a kind of ‘between’ world where ghosts and demons rule. Sometimes it is easy to forget that in our world there is an apocalypse on.

There is a romance in the story, but it is very light. Instead the battles take center stage. I enjoy a lot of nice detailed action, which the book has in spades. The problem lies after a couple battles. Domino’s fighting started to feel reparative. She used the same kind of spells in the same ways that started to slow things down for me.

Skeleton Crew is a dark action packed Urban Fantasy with some nice gory scenes. The middle of the story slowed down for me. I wanted to feel more involved with Domino. It has a number of interesting characters that are creative and fun. It has an original magic system and detailed story, but I was never actually scared that anything was ever lost.(less)

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May 12, 2012 Mallory Anne-Marie Forbes rated it 4 of 5 stars

Recommended to Mallory Anne-Marie by: Hearts on Fire Reviews

Shelves: may-2012-reads

Review: “Skeleton Crew” is a rip-roaring, uproarious, non-stop monster/zombie/underworld/between-world/magic story that never ever takes a break, barely stops to breathe. Sequel to the popular “Mob Rules,” “Skeleton Crew” is set in a magical Los Angeles where all that glitters may actually be faery glamour, where witches can be sorcerers (as is our protagonist), not just Wiccan-and where nobody is really surprised if dead gangstas reanimate. Well, not too surprised, and not too happy either. Dom...more

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Apr 04, 2011 Kelly rated it 4 of 5 stars

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

While I ultimately found this to be an entertaining and highly imaginative read, I had a tough time falling into the mythology of the story in the beginning. Not having read the first book, it was a struggle deciphering the lingo and figuring out the rules of the world. Once things started falling into place, however, it was a hoot.

I really liked the grittiness of the world that Domino and her crew live in. It's not pretty and there's death around nearly every corner but it has definite characte...more

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Jun 22, 2011 Stacy rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: first-reads, from-publisher-author

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I was much happier with the pacing in SKELETON CREW. Things happened quicker and the slow parts were few and far apart. Domino is her kick butt, snarky, smart ass self. She continues to see what her juice can do to protect her and the things she feels need protecting. Her allies and friends are at her back as they fight to figure out why everyone who dies turns into zombies. Some friends and allies are lost. There is tons of action spaced throu...more

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May 10, 2011 Scooper Speaks rated it 4 of 5 stars

Favorite Lines: “Everyone has an irrational fear. For some people it’s spiders, for others it’s snakes, or maybe clowns. I have a big fucking problem with zombies. I can deal with ghosts–even the really creepy ones. Hell, I share my condo with a spook, an old woman named Mrs. Dawson. I can also deal with dead bodies–as long as they stay down. If they get up and try to eat me, that’s just too fucking much.” (p. 15)

Skeleton Crew is book two in Cameron Haley’s Underworld Cycle series. If you haven’...more Favorite Lines: “Everyone has an irrational fear. For some people it’s spiders, for others it’s snakes, or maybe clowns. I have a big fucking problem with zombies. I can deal with ghosts–even the really creepy ones. Hell, I share my condo with a spook, an old woman named Mrs. Dawson. I can also deal with dead bodies–as long as they stay down. If they get up and try to eat me, that’s just too fucking much.” (p. 15)

Skeleton Crew is book two in Cameron Haley’s Underworld Cycle series. If you haven’t read book one, I wouldn’t recommend picking this one up for your first look into the world of magic and gangs. Read Mob Rules first.

The story is told from the heroine Domino’s point of view as she tries to unravel her feelings for her boss’s son while warding off attacking zombies. I wasn’t excited about this book before it came out. However now that I’ve read it, I can’t wait for the next to see what happens. Haley is leading us toward a gigantic, world-changing battle.

Okay, let me try to give you something to compare this book to. Hmmm…Dawn of the Dead meets a hybrid of Ilona Andrews’ Kate Daniels and a gangster general. There are huge masses of zombies looking to feed and a woman determined to stop them. She is a leader, kick ass gangsta and caring but realistic woman. Skeleton Crew forced her to dig deep, think outside the box and trust herself. Just when I thought Domino would give up, she would flip the script.

Besides Domino, one thing I like about the book is the realistic dialogue; I could almost hear the different characters speak. I’ll admit that I wasn’t overly impressed with the first book of the series, Mob Rules. This book is different. It’s action packed with demons, zombies and ghosts, all of whom want a piece of Domino. The idea of zombies is also different from any I’ve ever heard or read. This change in mythology made the story extremely enjoyable.

If you’re reading this book expecting to get a lot of relationship interaction between Adan and Domino you will be disappointed. Skeleton Crew is more of a subtle glances type of book. Not much seems to go on for most of the book. (Hello zombies!) But when the heat explodes…

Don’t expect a nice and neat ending to this book. There is no cliffhanger and you need to remember that is not a romance. That’s all you’ll get out of me. Now go read the book. Come back and we’ll talk about it. :)

Trash it or Stash it? Stash it on your bookshelf to read again. It’s got action out the wazoo and there is a scene involving a demon mother that is so revolting that you just gotta read it. Skeleton Crew is an urban fantasy with heavy emphasis on the urban when it comes to dialogue and the mentality of most of the characters. It’s better than its predecessor and hopefully sets the tone for the books to come.
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May 02, 2011 Shelleyrae at Book'd Out rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: netgalley-reviews

I was thrilled to get my hands on Skeleton Crew, as I thought Mob Rules was terrific and right from the opening scenes we are thrown straight back into the maelstrom of violence and magic that is LA in this alternate world. The uneasy peace Domino brokered is threatened by a greedy gang headed by Mobley who has unleashed Demons in a quest for more power and unintentionally triggered a plague of zombies that threaten to destroy the entire city. Domino needs to figure out what is causing the dead...more

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Aug 01, 2012 Sam rated it 4 of 5 stars

I have been notified that I won this book. Since it is the second in a series I ordered the first one which should be in today. Can't wait to read it. Will update this when I am through reading both books. I just love getting free books to read.

Skeleton Crew is a dark action packed story about Zombies in L.A. and it's up to Domino Riley to stop them. This is the second book in the series and if you haven't read the first one then let me tell you that magic is pulled from the streets, and you ha...more

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Oct 15, 2012 Merrian rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is a B- read

I liked Haley's take on the zombie apocalypse and this is the first book in a while that makes sensible and funny use of modern social media e.g. zombies who flash mob organise using twitter. This book also builds on and escalates the collision between the emergence of magic and parallel worlds bleeding people and bad guys into our world revealed in Mob Rules. The world building and humour are smart and seamlessly used to make things happen.

Domino is Hispanic/Irish and her cultu...more

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Feb 06, 2012 Joe Jones rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: supernatural, urbanfantasy, fiction

This is book 2 in the Underworld Cycle. As if being the war chief and a sorcerer in the strongest outfit in L.A. was not enough, now Domino has to deal with the threat of a zombie apocalypse. Cameron Haley continues to develop and interesting take on the Urban Fantasy genre. Fans should start with book 1 Mob Rules though to fully understand what is going on.

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Nov 19, 2011 Donald Armfield rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy, own

Book two of the underworld cycle. After reading book one where Domino Riley a sorcerer is in search of her deceased best friend. Finding out he was killed she uses her "juice" to seek revenge. Her home town Compton, L.A. and the graffiti left by taggers from her outfit gives her the power for her magic.
Now in book two Domino wakes up each Morning and finding more and more zombies appearing in her neighborhood. Magic does not work so well on zombies so she channels into the underworld once again...more

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Jul 07, 2011 Kindle-aholic rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: uf

Whew - there was a ton of action in this one. Also lots of time in Between (ghostly limbo/alternate LA). There's zombies, but done differently than the current plague scenario that you usually see.

Fae, Formorii, sorcerers, the mob, government spooks, demons - there are a lot of characters at play, but I wasn't overwhelmed by having too many new faces to remember.

A little romance (and the ending had me going for a bit), but I thought it was done well.

We get to see a bit of Domino's vulnerability,...more

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Mar 31, 2012 Carl rated it 4 of 5 stars

Too apocalyptic for my tastes, but there was a really lovely, eerie bit around page 95, and enough to have me looking forward to the next book in the series.

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Dec 13, 2012 Similitude rated it 2 of 5 stars

I dunno, I liked the bait and switch of the first book better? And I guess you can't really replicate that again easily.

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May 02, 2011 Mihir rated it 4 of 5 stars

Better than its predecessor. SC is a much smoother ride and it also adds to the world settings of the book. Domino as a protagonist is fun to read however honey gets a diminished role, more to come in FBC review.

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Jun 02, 2012 Hearts On Fire Reviews added it

Reviewed by: Mallory
Genre: Urban Fantasy, Paranormal, Horror
Rated: 4 Stars
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Aug 11, 2011 Lady Lioness marked it as to-read

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Nov 19, 2011 Karen Desmond rated it 4 of 5 stars

Very enjoyable. Different approach to mix LA gangs with magic. A definite twist on the usual urban fantasy.

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Aug 09, 2011 Vicki rated it 3 of 5 stars

3.5*

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Jun 17, 2011 Valerie rated it 4 of 5 stars

A good, urban fantasy in the tradition of Kim Harrison and Laurell K. Hamilton. A stand-alone title, even though this is part of a series - you won't be too lost if you don't read the first one. Lots of zombies, demons, fairies, and creatures - really liked it.

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May 01, 2011 Harlequin Books added it

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series: Underworld Cycle #2

"The second book in the Underworld Cycle is even better than the first. Once again, Haley mixes one tough heroine, multidimensional allies, worthy adversaries and enough action and humor to make this one hell of a page-turner. Fans of feisty, snarky female protagonists will absolutely love this book." RT Book Review rated 4 1/2 stars

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Jun 13, 2012 Kez rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: 2012-books, genre-contemporary-fantasy, theme-demons, theme-criminals, theme-faeries, theme-magic, theme-parallel-worlds, theme-kick-ass-females

I really do like the world building Haley has done here. The way magic and gangsters are so cleverly interwoven has such a huge influence on my enjoyment of this series. That isn't to say that the characters and the writing aren't enjoyable, its just that I love finding a contemporary fantasy series set in an original imagining of the world.

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May 12, 2011 Amanda [Novel Addiction] rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: rrt

Pretty good - interesting heroine. She seems so good, it's easy to forget she's actually in a mob/gang. But I love her brand of magic - will definitely be needing to check out the first book in this series. Will be reviewed on Romance Reviews Today on or around 5/20/11.

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“We all make a lot of choices in life. Most of the time we can't see with perfect clarity where those choices will lead. It's only with hindsight that we can look back and judge the wisdom-or lack thereof-of the decisions we made. We choose that path less taken and when we find ourselves all alone in the middle of the woods at night, only then do we ask, "What the fuck was I thinking?” — 8 people liked it

“I do have a head, as I am at present manifest in the physical world, and indeed you demonstrate that my head possesses within it far more productive material than does yours.

That was a hell of a sentence, Mr. Clean. You might need to diagram that motherfucker for me.” — 4 people liked it

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