Liberty Speidel

The Darby Shaw Chronicles was a great mystery read with just a pinch of fantasy/supernatural!

At first I wasn't super hooked into this book - I didn't really know what I was getting into. It was a detective/crime story, but then suddenly the main character had supernatural powers. In the beginning it seems like some cheesey plot line just to get more people to the book, but once you actually get into the novel (about half way through the first book) you realize how genius the idea actually is.

As cheesey as it seems when the supernatural reveal happens in the beginning, Liberty Speidel then does an excellent job expanding the story and eventually series.

I did love these books. Each book got better, and they left me wanting a fourth one! Liberty builds her characters so you feel for them, but are also very cautious. With all the politics involved in both crime and supernatural possibilities, I felt very informed and not confused at any time during the books.

I would definitely suggest this book to anyone looking for a crime or supernatural novel. It's the perfect mix of both, with the tiniest splash of romance in there.

If there is anything Liberty Speidel could have worked on, it would be the supernatural reveal. I did find it cheesey compared to the rest of the book, which seems to be siding on serious half the time and light hearted the other. But, this wasn't a major issue, it just seemed like a change in tone compared to the rest of the books.

Four out of five stars. I can't wait for the next book!

I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads.… (mer)

This second installment of the series had some nice developments. I gave this one a 5 because for the entertainment factor, character development, setting, conflict, tension buildup and suspense. I've always loved superheroes and always will. The story idea with the crime writing and her particular powers are unique. I enjoyed seeing Marks POV getting an inside scoop of his feelings. The backdrop with bureaucratic conflicts and tension were great. The suspense is sown in particular areas that keep you wondering what will happen next. All of those elements together make up a 5 star enchilada!… (mer)