Sexy, fast paced,witty, Jeaniene Frost's debut novel Halfway to the Grave is a welcome addition to the urban fantasy genre. The Night Huntress series contains three released novels–Halfway to the Grave, One Foot in the Grave, At Grave's End, Destined for an Early Grave– each which has hit the New York Time's bestseller list and has garnered reviews from author Gena Showalter, Illona Andrews and the Romantic Times.
Summary of Halfway to the Grave
Haunted by the violent circumstances that led to her birth, Cat Crawfield has dedicated her life to hunting and killing vampires. Self taught and surviving through a combination of innate skills and sheer luck, Cat meets with great success, until she is captured by Bones, a vampire far older and skilled than she has ever encountered.
A vampire bounty hunter himself, Bones is convinced that Cat is more than just an innocent vampire killer but he strikes a bargain for her life: Cat will help him capture targets and in exchange he'll help her find the vampire that fathered her. In helping Bones, Cat becomes embroiled in conflicts much bigger than she realizes and must put her new skills to the test, but her most dangerous endeavor might just be learning to trust her life, and her heart, to a vampire.
Five Reasons to Read Halfway to the Grave
- It's Sexy– Frost knows how to create chemistry between her characters. Everything from Cat's conversion from innocent hunter to well-trained seductress to Bones' continuous efforts to unsettle Cat and make her acknowledge their attraction is flaming hot and immensely fun to read.
- The Protagonist– Cat is an incredibly interesting protagonist, much in the vain of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Her mixed background makes her unique within the urban fantasy/paranormal romance genre as well as within the story itself. Cynical, obstinate, and sarcastic, Cat is an entertaining narrator and a pleasure to follow as she grows throughout the story.
- Bones–Bones channels a bit of Spike from Buffy but brings the sexy, platinum blond, British vampire to a whole new level. Bones is devious, masterful, and exceedingly dangerous. He lives by his own moral code and changes the rules as he goes along. A perfect foil for Cat, he is an extraordinarily interesting character whose past, friendships and actions only make you want to know more about him.
- The Action– Jeaniene Frost is a master at pacing, keeping you on the edge of your seat for the entire book. The action is upfront and the danger feels imminent. Frost delivers protagonists and villains alike that are strong, unpredictable and prone to force, creating a world in which loving a vampire isn't just foolish; it can cost you your life.
- The World– The world of Halfway to the Grave is not limited to one town, community, or character. Events in the story often have far reaching consequences, involving long-standing allies and even longer feuds. Frost's vampire universe feels very large, allowing for epic story lines and stakes much higher than the simple life or death of the protagonists. Her world is richly populated with strong characters, involved conflicts and situations with no right answer. Combined with Frost's superb wit and lovable characters, Halfway to the Grave is an all-great read.
About Jeaniene Frost
Jeaniene Frost has been interested in writing and fascinated by vampires since she was a young child. She lives in Florida with her husband and dog and spends her free time reading, watching movies and exploring old cemeteries. She is represented by Nancy Yost from the Lowenstein-Yost literary Agency.
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