Friday, November 30, 2012

King of the Dead (Jeremiah Hunt, #2) by Joseph Nassise

Joseph Nassise shook up the urban fantasy genre with Eyes to See, a novel New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Maberry called “heartbreaking, deeply insightful, powerful and genuinely thrilling.” In a devil’s deal, Jeremiah Hunt sacrificed his human sight in exchange for the power to see the hidden world of ghosts and all of the darker spirits that prowl the streets. Hunt uncovered a world of murder and magic that took his daughter from him and nearly cost him his life, but that was only the beginning.... 
Now Hunt is on the run from the FBI, who have pegged him as a mass-murdering dark sorcerer. His flight from the law is diverted to New Orleans when his companion, a potent witch, has a horrific vision of the city under magical siege. When they arrive, they realize that the situation is more dire than they could have imagined: the world of the living faces a terrifying attack by forces from beyond the grave. King of the Dead, the second book in this groundbreaking series, promises more of Nassise’s electrifying writing that will enthrall readers looking for a supercharged, supernatural thrill.
I reviewed the first book in the series, Eyes to See last year and I really enjoyed it. This is the second book in this series and I have to say I enjoyed this book even more. The characters are established and I found myself rooting even more for the main hero, Jeremiah, even more. We also pick up where the last book left off, so I do suggest these be read in order. Not because it would be too confusing (you could read these out of order), but because you get such a better feel for the characters this way.

I know that some people might worry that ghosts and the fact that this is listed as horror that it would be too scary. I admit... *stands up and confesses*  that I am a wimp when it comes to horror. This series is more in the realm of UF and a lot of UF does get put into the horror genre. It isn't too scary at all, but the world these characters inhabit are also not full of sunshine and daisies. It is quite a dark world and full of action. In this book as with the last, our main characters are fighting a almost unstoppable paranormal force. In fact, it is death itself that they are fighting. Not quite the grim reaper, but more like one built of fae legends.

I don't want to give away hardly anything. There is too much here for me that I want to say, but I refuse to spoil it. I will say that the mystery here has a few twist and turns I enjoyed how the mysteries were solved. My only complaint would be the shifting POV. It wasn't constant, but it was used so lightly I would forget that I was reading someone else's POV besides Hunt's. Still, it did not prevent my enjoyment of this book as a whole.

I give this book 4 1/2 stars. I recommend it to anyone who loves UF. Oh, and there is a romance story-line in the book. The romance isn't quite there, but it is budding... :)
I received this book from Tor and no compensation for my review was given.

Oh and guess what? 
Giveaway!
Those that now want to try the series from the beginning now have their chance! Tor books has given me the opportunity to give away 2 mass market books of Eyes to See (Jeremiah Hunt #1)! It's international! Yes, the first book! So, those that refuse to start the series in the middle won't have to do that! All you have to do is fill out the rafflecopter form below:
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27 comments:

  1. The thought of giving up your sight for any reason freaks me out! Sounds like a fabulous book!

    0nature.girl0 at gmail dot com

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    1. The reason is explained in the first book. I think you'll like the reason. :)

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  2. Sounds like a great book. I'm going to go find the first one now.

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  3. *stands up beside you and confesses as well* I, too, am a wuss. I huge one. An incomparable one. Glad to know this is more UF than horror, that makes me feel better, though that cover and those eyes are creepy. They will haunt me forever. Thanks Melissa ;-)

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    1. I do think you'd be able to get into this one. If I can take it... ;)

      Btw, *evil laugh* Pleasant dreams! ;D <3

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  4. Loving the look and sound of this one, its a great cover. Also a proper scaredycat when it comes to horror I think I could cope with this - just. Great review as always, thanks for recommending the series.

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  5. I confess the cover is a little weird, and I thought it was a robot lol. I'm glad this one is even better than the first one. I would be very curious to try the first one. thank you!

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    1. You really like UF, so I think you'd get into the series. Hope you get and enjoy!

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  6. Maja @nocturnal library reviewed book one recently and I thought this series sounded really exciitng. I like Horror to a point not all the blood and gore but a good say Stephen King book I am all about that!

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  7. I remember that cover, it gave me the creeps!

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  8. i like the fish you have heer and then what book i do not care i love reding the more the better and then i take one day week a nd blogon them all

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  9. Melissa, I am a whimp too. I confess that I sleep with a nightlight cause I am afraid of the dark!

    So at least its not too scary. Thanks for sharing!

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  10. I haven't heard of this series before now, but it sounds really interesting!! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  11. I want to read the first book because I'm always on the look out for a new series to read.

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  12. Like the new look! I must confess, I too am a wuss. I do not read Stephen King. But this one doesn't sound like horror, though losing my eyesight so I can see evil, hmm not sure I'd give up my eyesight.

    Heather

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  13. I've had my eye on this one for a while! I love urban fantasy and this cover ROCKS!

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  14. I would like to read because....I haven't read urban fantasy yet, I don't thinK!

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  15. Eyes to See sounds like a nail biting good time. I'll be adding this to my wish list. Great giveaway!

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  16. I want to read this series because it sounds very good and I am always looking for new authors to read. I love paranormal books. Tore923@aol.com

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  17. Oh, fabulous! I reviewed Eyes to See just recently myself and was just about to start this. It makes me feel so much better to know that you liked it even more.
    Can't wait to compare notes. :)

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  18. I've heard a lot about this book, the cover is a bit creepy but I haven't read UF books so i'm really looking forward to! Thanks for the chance!

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  19. This book sounds fantastic! Thanks so much for sharing and for the giveaway! I love the cover!

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  20. It sounds very interesting! Thank you for giving away the first book,I think I will get hooked with this series..!

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  21. I'm so glad you pointed out its more UF than horror since I'm a chicken. It looks and sounds dark but really good! It sounds like a series I definitely need to try out!

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  22. I haven't read this series either. So glad you're starting at the beginning! I've always loved paranormal, fantasy, horror, etc. so urban fantasy is another great genre. I can't wait to get started! Thanks for your review and offer! :)

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