Criss Cross (PsyCop, #2) in Read with Pride Northwest

Dec 11, 2016 Anna added it

I'm really digging these books. They're gritty and lovely and I thoroughly enjoy Vic's voice.

Did not see the twist in the story.

I'm also enjoying how much Jacob cares about Vic (but Vic is somewhat oblivious to that). ...more

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Jul 17, 2017 Sam Burns rated it it was amazing

Shelves: contemporary-m-m, action-m-m

Another amazing book in this series. The truth is that I'm up to like book seven, but haven't had time to review them all yet.

I'm impressed that JCP has managed to make an extrovert and an introvert, put them together as a couple, and make it work really well. Also, Vic is one of the only characters I've ever found in literature who's as introverted as I am, and not written as a shy, sad, wallflower. He doesn't want to be around people, he's got reasons why, and it works for him. Love Vic, flaws ...more

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Sep 30, 2019 Anna added it · review of another edition

It's interesting listening to these, because they were written in a certain time...the first edition was in 2006 and the second in 2008... and it's obvious. Maps and flip phones and TVs that aren't flat panels. Also the dread in Vic about being seen as gay (even though he's gay). Some language we wouldn't use now.

That aside, they hold up reasonably well, and Gomez Pugh does a wonderful job at narrating these.

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Mar 02, 2014 Shelby rated it really liked it

Shelves: alternate-universe, angels-demons-ghosts, m-m, bad-boys-to-steal-your-heart, paranormal, dark, law-enforcement-bodyguard-pi, psychics-mediums-et-all, mystery, deserve-additional-reads

So I absolutely fall into the adoring Vic and Jacob category! This is a great continuation of book one and I can’t wait to read more of this series. I love the alternate reality Ms. Price has created here, it’s one of the more interesting takes on psychic abilities or seeing ghosts I’ve ever read.

Vic’s life is continuing on track despite the upheaval of his last case. He’s got a new partner who seems rather bland all things considered. Things with Jacob are going well even if they hadn’t really So I absolutely fall into the adoring Vic and Jacob category! This is a great continuation of book one and I can’t wait to read more of this series. I love the alternate reality Ms. Price has created here, it’s one of the more interesting takes on psychic abilities or seeing ghosts I’ve ever read.

Vic’s life is continuing on track despite the upheaval of his last case. He’s got a new partner who seems rather bland all things considered. Things with Jacob are going well even if they hadn’t really talked about much “relationship” realities. Vic’s perfectly happy to have his man crashing with him while he looks for a new place. (Almost being killed by a vengeful spirit in your own home tends to indicate a change is necessary.) Up until all the ghosts surrounding him start lighting up like Christmas trees and tracking Vic around town his biggest bummer is missing Lisa as she’s stuck off in psycop training camp and not allowed to talk to anyone. But when things start going wonky and his meds aren’t working the way they’re supposed to, Vic’s life goes a little more crazy than normal for awhile.

First of all *hugs cuddles and all around loving* on the dynamic Victor and Jacob duo. I just love these two together. Vic is so completely off balance and slightly eschew, but in a way that just sneaks into your heart. Of course Jacob is the stalwart wall of defense and protection Vic needs to have a safe harbor from the storm his life constantly is. If I had one complaint about this book it’s that I wanted more Vic and Jacob figuring things out together. Granted Jacob shows up and comes through when Vic needed him too. And that shower scene…yummy!

I missed Lisa in this story. I know we got her in small doses here as she’s off getting her head shrunk into departmentally acceptable patterns, but she’s exactly what Vic needs to keep himself out of La-la Crazy land and trouble. Besides her psy powers are just so cool! I can’t wait to see how Ms. Price is going to figure all this out since by departmental policy Vic and Lisa could never be partners. Stupid silly rules!

Having a few new characters introduced in this one was fun as well. I’m curious to see what kind of part Crash and his “partner” in his little empathic healing shop are going to have on Vic’s life in the future. Of course Crash’s attempts to get into Vic’s pants aren’t going to go over well with Jacob in the long run I’m sure.

There were a few plot things here that were a little distracting just because they only minorly tied into the main storyline. (view spoiler) Still when all the pieces were revealed I liked what was happening and why.

This series always has me thinking and questioning trying to draw together pieces to discover what’s going to happen in the end. There are all these missing pieces still, but a lot of them are pieces that are missing for Vic as well. There is a lot he doesn’t understand about his abilities. Each new challenge he comes across reveals more about what he can do.

Best moment of this story…absolute adorableness the first time Vic states that Jacob is his boyfriend. Calling him his home partner and being so blushing uncomfortable about it all. I love that this story is told from Vic’s POV. Being inside his head is a treat and there’s always so much going on in there. He’s a fascinating character and the way his brain works is quirky and fun.

Can’t wait to read more and find out what Vic and Jacob will get up to next!
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