The Outlaw Demon Wails (Hollows)

Though not completely unbearable (the story is great, which is why I put 4 stars), this Harper Audio version of The Outlaw Demon Wails has some REALLY annoying oversights. You would think that the sixth book in this popular series would have rated more attention to detail. The way the narrator pronounces key names and terms completely differently from Marguerite Gavin (who has narrated the rest of the series so excellently through Tantor Media) is quite jarring to the ear and distracts from the story. The narrator also doesn't seem completely familiar with the back story - for instance she reads a comment about Rachel's ex-boyfriend Nick being a "real winner" and completely misses out on the implied sarcasm.

You might want to read this particular installment of the series the old-fashioned way instead of via your ipod. I'm so glad they returned to the original narrator for the audio books following this one.

This installment in the series, like others before it, tends to rely on two elements to hold the reader's attention: lots of action scenes where Rachel's life is threatened and the reveal of a new talent in Rachel's magic arsenal. Harrison delivers on these two mainstays as always.

Where the novel falls flat for me, however, is the emergence of a trend in Harrison's last three novels: 1) Rachel's ongoing game of "will she, won't she let Ivy bite her?" and 2) Harrison's characterization of Trent Kalamack, who is turning out to be the wimpiest elf I've ever had the misfortune to read about.

Here's the rub: why make Rachel best friends with the second most powerful vampire in the city, if said vampire is always missing in action when Rachel's life is threatened? (Ivy's scenes consist of her holding her stomach, making coffee or working on her computer.) And why make Trent the most feared power in the city, yet make him continuously have to seek Rachel's protection? The worst part is that in the first novel of the series, Harrison made Trent as ruthless and seductive as any well-written master vampire. But by the third novel of this series, she had begun emasculating him and in this novel, he's no more threatening than a member of the F.I.B. or your local politician.

I enjoy the series but no way am I paying hardcover prices for the next one. And if Harrison doesn't resolve the Ivy dilemma and bring Trent back to his origins, I'll be getting them from my library.

To save the lives of her friends, Rachel does the unthinkable. She willingly practiced in forbidden demon magic. And now her sins are coming home to haunt her. As Rachel searches for the truth behind a horrifying murder an even greater menace threatens, the demon Algaliarept will stop at nothing to claim her. The discovery of a shocking secret throws Rachel's entire life into question. To live free Rachel must first walk willingly into the ever-after in search of long-lost ancient knowledge.

The Outlaw Demon Wails is an excellent addition to The Hollows Series. In this book you learn a vast amount of information about Rachel's past. The end of the book left me wanting to know what happens next. I'm really looking forward to the 7th book in the series.

I have been hoping for a reason to continue on in the series because of the repeated woe for the vamps/ to b a lez or nt 2 b/ bite or no/ adrenaline junkie boohooing. I was praying for a reprieve of some sort and I found it in this one. While it had some of the elements previously mentioned it grew. There was growth with Rachel, which made her likeable again and more readable, and therewas growth with the hollows realm. I'm looking forward to going on in the series and continue to seeing this growth despite its repetitive nature.

Skip this audiobook if you can. The narrator is awful. She pronounces several words incorrectly, such as lay lines. She calls them LEElines. She also says several names wrong and her voices for Jenks is just plain awful.

Talk about a page turner. This book grabs you from page one and you can't put it down until the end, leaving you wanting more. I just loved everything about it. Rachel starts to mature and realizes her self destructive behavior has to stop, and the whole icky Ivy sucking Rachel's blood thing is finally, mercifully resolved. Also, resolved, hopefully, the issue of her and Ivy sleeping together, which was uncomfortable reading in the prior books. I really enjoyed Rachel's relationship with her mother coming more to the forefront, and the new storyline about her real father and her ancestry. And Al, and Ceri and Trent. And Jenks--brave, protective, funny, buttinsky can't-keep-his mouth-shut lovable pixy. And a funny gargoyle. Really. Also like the addition of possible future love interest Marshall.

Great stuff, can't wait to read the next one.

I don't usually take the time to write a lot of book reviews, but I was VERY excited about this latest offering from Kim Harrison! While I loved "For a Few Demons More", I found "The Outlaw Demon Wails" is even BETTER -the best of the bunch thus far!

At first, I thought the book was going to be devoted mostly to Rachel fighting Al and trying to figure out who else wants her dead, but that was only a portion of the overall plot. I was pleasantly SHOCKED by the outcome - but I don't want to get into details and ruin it for those who have yet to read! TRUST ME, the ending to this one will definately make you wish you had immediate access to the next installment! lol

What I loved about this story was the interactions between the characters, and the way Ms. Harrison fleshed out more details about them overall. We finally get to meet Rachel's mom and learn some HUGE secrets about the Morgan family!! We get some pretty funny moments when Rachel annoys Trent (IE-the Halloween costume store and the skating rink! Hilarious!) and some equally serious ones involving Quen that I didn't expect.

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What is best about these interactions is that the blood-sharing problem between Ivy and Rachel seems like it won't be a problem in future books. Truthfully, I don't really like Ivy very much, and Rachel has FINALLY said NO to the whole thing. I'm hoping this is the final time that kind of interaction happens between these two. Instead of having to waste time in any of the books trying to answer the question "will they or won't they", more time can be devoted to the main plot instead.

Overall, I VERY HIGHLY recommend this book. As I said before, I rarely take the time to write reviews, but I felt I had to with Ms. Harrison's latest offering! :)

This is a fast-paced, action-packed book, full of demons, witches, vampires, weres and pixies, oh my! Al, a demon Rachel Morgan sent to demon jail, is back and he's pissed. Nothing like an angry demon coming after you to keep life interesting. With the help of her vampire roommate, Ivy and her pixie partner Jenks, she struggles to find a way to trap Al once and for all before he not only kills her, but everyone she cares about. Oh, and there are several other shocking surprises along the way.

This story is very well written and Ms. Harrison creates not only characters, but a world that is so fleshed out and vivid it seems almost plausible. It was an absolute joy to read and I devoured the entire book in just a couple of sittings. I highly recommend this book to one and all.

I found this book wonderfully entertaining and over too soon. Rachel learns some eye opening revelations that solve some mysteries and set the stage for new ones in the future. There was a lot going on in this installment of the series. I will briefly mention a few of the developments.

Rachel is still mourning and feeling guilty about Kisten but trying to get on with the business of living and ease her loneliness. Her nerve shattering problems with Al ("I can't believe you call him Al"----Trent) has taken an unexpected and drastic turn which will figure prominently in the next book. Trent needs Rachel for a couple of very important problems and her natural reaction is no way. Their adversarial relationship is fun to read. I hope it doesn't get resolved until the end of the series, which hopefully is not any time soon.

Rachel's mom rocks. You see another side of her that shocks the reader and Rachel. Jenks is still going strong, he gets to me every book with his smart mouth, sharp observations and utter devotion as a husband and father. He also makes me laugh out loud. Ms. Harrison has demonstrated she is not afraid to kill a character but she has just got to find a way to save him. Ivy and Rachel seem to have come to some sort of understanding in their relationship but only time will tell ultimately.

There are a couple of new characters, which I am certain will have important roles in future books. There is much more concerning Ceri, Quen and Keasley to name a few. Ms. Harrison has a wonderful imagination and she put it in overdrive this time. I consider her and Jim Butcher my favorite writers of this genre.

After reading the last book I was debating on whether or not I was going to buy this one. I am pleased that I followed my gut and got it. I was completely thrown by the turn of events and the story line really held me. I wanted to skip to the end just to find out what was going to happen but, I was good and I read the whole thing :) Shocks and twists at every turn and shocking revelations that made you say "OMG No Way!) what more can a girl as for.

Although I know many people may disagree with me but, I think that Rachel and Ivy would be great together. Rachel loves her more than she realises and I think that she is scared about her feelings because, this is something new for her. Ivy will love her no matter what and she will always stand in her corner and let her make her own decisions even when she doesn't agree. Marshall is a nice guy but I doubt that he will ever accept the lifestyle that Rachel has or the the job that is constantly putting her in danger.

This far into the Hollows series, I'm nowhere near bored with it. That's saying something when you have ADHD. *chuckle* Harrison tells excellent stories and doesn't forget that the CHARACTERS are as important as the action. She also doesn't go overboard with the sex and romance, which I find refreshing since that's not what I read these books for and, frankly, it's being over-done to death by other authors. So far the Hollows series hasn't disappointed with it's wonderful blend of action, emotion, intrigue, magic and mystery! It's a fun read and I find myself anxiously awaiting the next installment every time I finish a new one!

This book was mouth watering and spectacular. My only complaint is that I read it too fast. A lot of things are wonderfully cleared up in this novel. We finally learn what Trent's father did to Rachel's DNA. Some secrets about Rachel's father come out of the closet. We learn why Takata always seems to show up out of no where. Ceri's relationship is explored and more drama is revealed. We learn why Trent seems to loathe Rachel in such an unusual way. There's even some secrets given up about Keasley! And the ending is so spectacular that I cannot imagine waiting another year for the next book!

This author needs to teach Laurell K. Hamilton some things! LKH is like the Britney Spears of the paranormal fantasy world, and Kim Harrison is easily the Christina Aguilera! (Sorry if the similes offend you!)

I'm very glad Rachel's mom has a more prominent role in this book. She's a fire cracker! Rachel is even more powerful and doesn't show any signs of stopping.

Ohhh and she also might have a new relationship in the works. But the author is very careful to respect Kristen's memory.

This book was just superb. Get it!

This book has a much faster plot and more complex than the previous 2 books For a Few Demons More and A Fistful of Charms (Rachel Morgan, Book 4) are not as strong but help establish characters in the series have good plots and are very good reads. I would recommend them as well as Dead Witch Walking (Rachel Morgan, Book 1) which introduces the characters and the world they live in.

This book has a very nicely intertwined plot with excellent characters and some supprise twists. Humor is back as Rachel and Trent are at the roller rink and Trent gets the best costume (its Halloween) as Trent and Rachel is told her hair is too kinky for the best costume as Rachel.

May well be the best book in the series; a truly outstanding read.

Rachel's story gets better and better with each book.
I have to admit I was convinced I would hate this book because of the loss of Kisten's character. But I actually loved it.

In this book things happen and characters go places.
I loved Trent in the book than I have in any other. He is interesting and I like to read about him. Marshal is good to have around too (though no one will ever be as cool as Kisten.) I thought Ivy was a bit boring this book, same old sulking, hungry, self loathing vampire she always is and I cannot wait until Harrison cracks that character wide open. Ivy has a lot to offer, it just wasn't up for grabs as much in this book.

I sort of felt like Rachel's mom and whole family history thing was kind of out of left field. I wish there would have been more about it in the previous books so that the plot twist didn't feel as force fed as it was. (Though it's been a while since I read the older books.) But I loved it anyways.

I think the demon developments in this book are exciting and as always, interesting. The rules of the demon world, the rules of ley lines, the rules of the family tree of the super natural are really well thought/written out. Al is a very unique character- while he's repulsive morally (being a demon and all) I enjoy reading about his goings on in the ever after. It's a well crafted world that is convincing and Al I think is a very developed character.

One other thing I want to mention about this book is the reality of death Harrison touched on. For once it wasn't a "If I die oh well, but I'm sure I'll make it" kind of mission Rachel went on. It was a "Oh shucks I could really die doing this." Like, her little flaw of craving danger is sort of crumbling and the adventures feel realer now that Rachel isn't portrayed as reckless. Also the fact that she can't leave her house after dark is a real obstacle that "dealing in demons" presents. I like that she has issues and problems and pains in her neck just like everyone else.

The way Harrison dealt with Rachel's grief for Kisten was actually pretty minimal for such a situation but definitely much more thoughtful than I expected. It wasn't glossed over and it wasn't repetitively angst-y.

I have to get a little Jenks fangirly here and just say he is THE best partner ever invented.

Anyways, this book was a thrill. Harrison is talented and it's a pleasure reading about Rachel's adventures. xD

I have really enjoyed the Rachel Morgan series and look forward to the latest installment about to be released. I think The Outlaw Demon Wails is a significant turning point in the series that you cannot miss.

The only negative thing I have to say is about the audio version. For some reason when there is a pivotal turning point in an audio book series, some publishers swap out narrators- as if it makes it more poignant. Totally NOT the case with Gigi Bermingham as the narrator.

I had grown attached to the original narrator, Marguerite Gavin, thinking her voice perfect for the all of the characters- especially Rachel. The shrill pitch Gigi Bermingham used for Jenks drove me crazy- grating on my eardrums. And her pronunciation irked me to no end. My eyes rolled in the back of my head every time Bermingham said `ley line' and `Piscary'.

I think if you are hooked on the series, you don't want to miss this book, but I would read it- not listen to the audio. And if you have to listen to the audio- just prepare to be annoyed.

Loved it, but I guess you can tell from my 5 stars. Now! For MY reason. This is not one of those deep thinking book that tries to enlighten the reader on human philosophy or give you a glance within a society personality. A book that can cover pages and pages of the writer hypothesis into the subconscious, etc. If that is what you like to read, this book is not it. THANK GOODNESS!

This is a book that takes you away for a few hours if you're quick reader, or days if you like to read leisurely. The world of Rachel Morgan a witch and her best friends, a vampire name Ivy and Jinx a pixie. She is a very lovable individual who only wants to do the job she loves- bring in the bad guys. But her life gets out of control once more when she has to help those around her.

Absolutely fabulous! I finished it in two days and had a terrible time putting it down. To see how much Rachel has grown and matured from the first book to this one was wonderful. Harrison has found her niche in creating and developing characters without having them grow stagnant. Even in this sixth installment the plot thickens when Rachel discovers some horrible facts about her family. Nothing seemed contrived or forced. It was as though Harrison had all this planned from book one. Each new story line fitted perfectly into where the story had been heading all along. I am so anxious to read the next one.

Rachel Morgan is one of my all time favorite heroines. I know she does stupid things but strangely enough, I'm always rooting for her to do it because I know that interesting things will come of it. A lot of threads are tied up or at least strengthened in this latest book and I am SOOOO glad since too many series start to lag or fall apart by now. The storytelling was tightly wound and everything happened for a reason.

Rachel is still recovering from the death of her vampire boyfriend Kisten and is trying to move on with life, be a better person, stop acting so impulsive and grow up. But it doesn't seem to matter that her intentions are good becuase she's still being targeted by demons and forced into situations that aren't the happiest.

Her attempts to have a normal friendship with Ivy may finally be paying off even though it's not anything that they would have foreseen as being possible. She has a possible new love interest in Marshal (who's aloso a witch and seems like strong enough person to handle life with Rachel)even though she's fighting it because she knows its too soon after Kisten.

Rachel's mother is a riot and my favorite line from the book may have to be from her...'pee-stained hole' made me laugh out loud. Jenks is awesome as usual and I am loving the mysterious guest in the belfry named Bis and what his arrival portends for Rachel. Al is given some slightly grey shades to his black soul and despite his always frantic attempts to kill Rachel--I kind of like him. He's a great villian and I hope his role continues to grow.

Finally this book ends with the tantalizing thought of what Rachel will become now that her past is revealed and she is heading into the the 'ever-after'. I've a feeling that although she's fighting it, deep inside, she's as excited as we are to be going there. And I just know that in the end, it's going to be a happily ever after for our heroine.

Like seemingly ever other listener of the audiobook, I am appalled at the change in narrators in the middle of a series. Horrific narration!! Even if Gigi hadn't butchered names and common words and made the characters' voices annoying and whiney. Her reading was liken to Eeyore from Winnie the Pooh... sounded glum in every situation. Glad this audiobook was free at my local library (not LIBARY)

I love how the characters get along. How many books have a witch, a family of pixies, a living vampire, a werewolf and more getting along with each other in a church?
The plot is simple - Al is back and he is pissed. All the rules have been tossed out the window as he is so anger he wants to kill Rachel no matter what the results will be. Can Rachel control an out of control demon? Who else will die? What about the gargoyles? Trent and the future of the elves? There are so many answers and yet so many questions. This series needs a dozen more books just to answer them.

I just read this entire series, and this book is definitely my favorite of them, and I have to say one of my favorite books I have ever read. The action starts immediately from page one, it draws you right in. I could not put this book down much to the dismay of my family and chores lol. This one is a definite must read... however if you haven't read any books from this series before, I strongly recommend that you start with book one. I am climbing the walls until I get my pre-ordered copy of Black Magic Sanction (book 8). If you enjoy occult fiction you will love this book.

In this book Rachel is still mourning Kisten's death, but trying to move on with her life and grow up as well. Things are complicated by Al slipping out of jail. Rachel works out how to protect herself and the ones she loves from the threat of Al.

I loved the book, and I'm eagerly looking forward to the next one. Harrison has allowed her heroine to take a good look at herself and realize she needs to make better choices in life. She's always been an adrenaline junkie, but now she's realizing the costs. It's a well done show of a character growing as her situation changes. We get more of her relationship with her mother, bringing more depth as well. There is also some significant information about her father to add to the mix.

All the usual side characters are present, and I'm glad to see things working themselves out with these characters. There are still plenty of loose ends for another book, but this one was able to tie up many that have been hanging from the first book.

Over time, I've worked (*maybe not the right word..*) my way through a number of Kim Harrison books. What keeps me interested is not that her characters are perfect--but rather the nature of their flaws. It makes them seem so much more real. In this installation we get some questions answered about the war between the demons and elves. I bought this one on impulse to read on the Kindle and for those of you with kindles, I'd say that it reads rather well on the device.

Book 6 of The Hollows series is definitely one of the best that Harrison has penned! While I got a tiny bit bored with Rachel's post-Kisten mooning, there were so many new twists and secrets finally revealed that my jaw kept dropping and I kept turning pages like mad! I only gave it four stars, as it did drag a bit, but I highly recommend it. I don't know how Harrison keeps them coming and am very excited about number 7 being weeks away!

What I love about the Rachel Morgan series is that these books are just fun. They're fun to read -- the stories are great and the characters are, while fictional, people you want to know. Yes, even the vampires. The Outlaw Demon Wails provides more seemingly impossible tasks that Rachel has to overcome, and it does so in a way that wants you to keep turning the page. Oh, and Rachel reminds me of a few women I know...characteristics and all.

I'm not really sure if I would call myself the target market for this series, but I love it. I stumbled on the Rachel Morgan books just by browsing the store, and I was hooked with book 1. Keep them coming, Harrison!

Honestly I believe this was the best book in the series so far that I have read. Alot of questions get answered, alot! Despite the hell Rachel goes through though she comes out a stronger person and I am definitely looking forward to seeing what direction the next volume in the series takes

Without spoiling anything for readers who have not yet read For a Few Demons More (the 5th Rachel Morgan book), I was really very upset and devastated by certain events in that book, and it took me nearly a year to get over my sadness and re-read the book. I wasn't even sure I wanted to buy The Outlaw Demon Wails in hardback, but decided to give Kim Harrison one more chance.

I'm so glad I did, and now I'm waiting with bated breath for the next one. There are so many awesome revelations in this book, things that Harrison has clearly been building up to throughout the whole series, and only now can reveal to us. As well as answering many mysteries, she also sets up many more in this one, and I really can't wait to see what happens next. She's clearly taking Rachel in a very different direction from what I had been expecting, and I suspect it's going to be a hell of a ride.

Do yourself a favor and read this book, it is awesome, full of surprises and ties up so many questions from prior books. After almost every chapter, I felt like, did I just read that? The entire gang is back in this one, Rachael, Ivy, Jenks, David, more of Rachaels, Mother, in this book, and a character that we first met in For a Few Demons More. I can't wait for the next book in the series. As I said this book answers some questions you may have from earlier books, but at the end, you will have new questions to ask from the next books.

I love the characters, but Rachel is getting a little too perfect, too supremely powerful and loved by all. The plot is still a stuck-together bunch of individual little stories. Some things at the end in the everafter didn't make good sense, if any sense, and a good editor should have caught and fixed that. Still enjoyable. Wonderful revelations about Rachel's parentage.

In this installment of the Rachel Morgan series, we get to learn some secrets about Rachels heritage - things she never thought possible. The adventure starts with Rachel trying to outwit Al, the demon she's had run-ins with in the past. She learns that Al, who is supposed to be jailed from her testimony against him, is being freed nightly by another witch summoning him to release his fury on her. Ivy and Rachel come to an agreement, Jenks is there to save the day, we meet a new character, the gargoyle Bis, Trent and Quen are nearby to add to chaos. It's all in a day's work for Rachel.

By this end of this tale, you know you are being set up for the next novel, but shouldn't mind too much, except for the waiting. There are character arcs, mutual understandings and enough thrills to make this a stellar addition to the Rachel Morgan series.

Harrison always keeps the story moving along with tons of action. This book lets us see a bit father into the hearts of the characters. I didn't really see those parts of the book as "slow moving", but rather a necessary part of the plot. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series. Here's hoping that Rachel, Ivy and Jenks do some serious damage to the undead vampire responsible for killing Kisten.

I love it when a series gets to the point where you just need to know what is going to happen next. Rachel hits a barrier at the end of this book and goes through it. Can't wait for the next one!

In the meantime a good writer has become even better. Characters more interesting. And the plot turns in ways you don't expect.

If you liked the earlier books, you will love this one.

First let me start off by saying the last book in this series left me cold. I didn't enjoy it so I wasn't looking forward to this one. But I picked it up because I heard rumors of having some questions answered.

I struggled to get through the first 150-200 pages. It just felt like rehash to me (although I do have to say I'm impressed that Rachel is TRYING to change her stupid ways). Ivy still can't control her bloodlust, she isn't over her attraction to Rachel, and is terrified Rachel will leave her. Ivy has NOT changed since book 1 and I'm tired of her and her whining.

I ended up skimming the parts where Rachel was mourning Kisten. When he died, I was having a hard time caring cuz I was so disgusted with the characters and now I still have a hard time caring that he's gone. And Rachel spening about a 1/3 of the book saying she was still grieving and not ready to move on, yet clearly wanting to...was just old. It was fine the first 2 times she mentioned it but by the 15th...I just wanted to slap her.

And the plot hasn't changed much either since the first book. Demons are after Rachel, she has to use one demon to get herself out of trouble with the first demon which means she owes demon #2 another favor. So she gets in hock with Demon #3 to get out of her bargain with Demon #2 and it just keeps circling. She's still doing the trying-to-nail-Trent dance. That's old and boring too. How many times does Rachel have to say how much she hates Trent? Got it the first zillion times over the last 5 books.

And it goes on like that. We do get answers into Rachel's childhood illness and what that may mean for her, but that was the only interesting part of the book. Everything else was just retread. She even has a new love interest sniffing around. He sounds just like Nick and Kisten did in the beginning.

Ms. Harrison has REALLY got to shake things up. But I think its too late for me. I don't think I'll be rushing out to buy Rachel Morgan #7.

THE OUTLAW DEMON WAILS
KIM HARRISON

Rating: 5 Enchantments

Rachel Morgan is a smut covered, demon-calling, Vamp-loving, honorary Alpha-Were, friend of a Pixie, Running Witch. Or is she? When all that this witchy Witch holds near and dear is questioned: who she is, where she came from, is she possessed or obsessed with Demon calling - not to mention the misty memories of who killed her Vampire-boyfriend, Kisten, who can blame ones faulty facilities when you've a Demon hell bent for your blood? Because just like Brimstone, the answers fade in the rush of adrenalin-induced fear.

With the return of Rachel, Jenks, Ivy and the rest of this All-Star cast of Fey-alistic ne'er-do-wells, Kim Harrison brings the Hollows back to life once more. This time with riveting action, intense drama and a few unexpected twist and turns. Each page leads to "just five more minutes" then "ok, just one more chapter." And before you know it, you've stayed up half the night just to get to the next scene.

I was completely captivated once again. Delighted to see the addition of a few unknowns and am stoked and waiting impatiently to see where the next storyline takes us. Please, please, Ms. Harrison, don't make us wait so long.

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K.A.
ENCHANTING REVIEWS
April 2008

Kim Harrison always writes a wonderful book. I enjoyed this one maybe more than any of the others in the series. I like that Rachel seems to be growing up a bit and is learning her lessons with a little less than the hard way. I was glad to read about more of her mother because I enjoy her character. I was also glad to see a resolution of many topics such as her and Ivy (to a degree), Rachel's marks, what she really is and more history on her father. I read these books because they always greatly entertain me and that to me is the whole reason to read. To be entertained and carried away. This series never fails.

I have read and loved all the books by Kim Harrison(Pam Cook). I was given the complete audio book set for 'The Hollows' and have truly enjoyed them... up to this one. For some reason, someone decided to change from Marguerite Gavin to Gigi Bermingham as the Narrator. If you've read the series and are just listening to them like I do.... skip this book.... If you need to listen to this to get through.... I'd tell you go read the book instead, but if you have to listen to this horrible narration, I will warn you, you will end up wishing you skipped it after about 10-15 minutes. Her pronunciation is horrible. The voice acting she puts to the characters.... Not only can you tell she has never read the previous books, but neither have the editors, proof listeners, or Quality Control people. She just mangles the characters and changes to the way names are pronounced just curls your blood. What she does to Jenks alone will make me be sure that I NEVER buy anything else she narrates. Lucky for us fans, this is the only one she does in the series. They go back to Ms Gavin for the next book! Now they just need to take this version out back to the dumpster and recycle it because this version isn't worth the digital download let alone to the CD they burned it on.

Someone's pregnant and the father's going to surprise you...

Someone learns the identity of their parentage and it's no one you'd have expected...

Someone got a husband...

There's a new renter at Rachel, Jenks and Ivy's home...

Rachel's made a new ally...

What I love about the Hollows novels is the nonlinear progression, which is more real life than most novels. Along the way, Rachel's gathered adopted family and friends who are all involved in her business and her life. We have some new people showing up and some old friends from previous novels returning with a bigger role.

What I will say after reading six Kim Harrison novels is that I am not yet tired of the series. I'm still looking forward to the seventh and still enthusiastically recommending the stories. Ms. Harrison writes with great humor and empathy. I love the team she's built up.

It's always a pleasure to read Kim Harrison's books; you can tell she really enjoys writing. Best of all, she enjoys her characters, fleshing them out and making them seem real. Their flaws, their strengths, all come to life when you close your eyes. It's always a pleasure to read anything by Ms. Harrison, like coming home to old friends.

I love Kims Books. In her book titled, " The Outlaw Demon Wails," the plot is great. The story has a kind of Gothic style to it, filed with shady, sinister characters. Witches, Vampires, sprites, Shape shifters, the works. plenty of suspense, action and supernatural terror.
Very entertaining. A must read!

I've been listening to the last 4 Rachel Morgan's. These have been read by Marguerite Gavin. I've been extraordinarily pleased with her readings.

Gigi Bermingham does the reading of "Outlaw Demon Wails". Its disconcerting. Pronunciations are different. (Its "Piss-Carry", not "Piss-cery".) Voices are different. (Jenks does not sound like that!) Intonations in the delivery are different. I'm not happy.

Draw a circle and summon back Ms. Gavin. Please!

Loved the Book! As always Kim Harrison makes an interesting and attention grabbing novel. Unfortunately the reader of this book for the Audio version butchers the words so bad it turns me off. I cringe every time she makes yet another mispronunciation. It really detracts from the great story line and very interesting characters. It's been a big downer. Hopefully next time they will pick another reader- one who can actually read. What a concept that would be!

I loved the story line of the book. True Rachel Morgan drama. I was however very disappointed that they changed the reader of the audiobook. GiGi Bermingham is normally a good reader, but her persona of the characters is totally out of the context established by Marguerite Gavin, the original reader. GiGi also mispronounces alot of the main characters names which somewhat ruins the story. Her loud high pitched voice caused me to constantly adjust the volume on my cd player. If they don't go back to the original reader I will not continue this series. I would recommend reading the book vs the audio if you have time to read.

I had a lot of expectations for this book-and they were all met! You can read a plot overview in the other reviews - basically I am too tired to write one because I am exhausted from staying up all last night to finish this latest installment. Almost all of your questions will be answered in this volume that have been lingering from the previous books. The excitement of the book's climax alone makes this the best one yet. If I didn't know any better I would think that this is the last book in the series-it reads like one-but there are enough clifhangers at the end to keep you anxiously waiting for the next book.

This series was recommended by a friend of mine and I am so glad I took his advise. I have read the complete series in about two weeks time and I could not put them down. I am sad that I finished them. I can't wait for Hotter Than Hell to come out in June. My favorite characters are Jenks and Ivy. There are so unexpected in there reactions that it just keeps me reading to see what comes next. Jenks makes me laugh out loud and Ivy keeps the suspense going wondering how shes going to react with Rachel always getting into something. I recommend this series to anyone who just loves reading something that will make you laugh, keep you on the seat of your pants and does have some romance included.

Kim Harrison releases yet another spectacular novel in the Rachel Morgan series. This novel, the sixth of what I believe is a seven book series, ties up many of the loose ends that were left hanging in the last book while leaving a few tantalizing ones left for the next book. I hope the next book isn't the last because this series is an awesome one that is a page turner in every book. You will not be able to put this book down until you finish it.

I just finished this book. And it always surprises how much this series has grabbed onto me. I started reading this series when the second book came out (I still haven't gotten a chance to read the first book.) I thought that I would start growing tired of this series and jsut give up on reading (That happens to me with a lot of series.) But Kim's books are so well-written that I can't stop reading them. She has created such great characters that I care about a lot. And her attention to detail is really good. There are some plot twists throughout the series that I never would've seen coming. Which definitely surprised me because I can usually figure out the twists in a book way before they happen.

I have read three books on the series so far, and as far as I am concerned I liked this one the best. The first two novels were good, but I wasn't sure if I liked them enough to invest in the rest of the series. However, I found this novel hard to put down. Throughout the entire novel there was enough suspense that I kept wanting to read just a little more. The character, Rachel Morgan, endeared herself more to this reader with each new revelation. However, there were so many surprising twists and turns that I find myself hoping it won't be too long before the next installment comes out...

I loved it! I have been waiting for this book for months and wasn't disappointed. i like the direction Ms. Harrison is taking her series. Rachel is able to settle things between her and Al once and for all. Ceri and Trent come up with a few surprises and an understanding is reached between Rachel and Ivy. and on top of it all, Rachel's true parentage is revealed! With superb writing and no lack of wit, Kim Harrison's latest offering is definately a winner!

Fun to read. The Rachel-Ivy 'struggle' is sort of getting old though. I hate that Kristan is gone. I really liked his character. Loved the turn that Ceri life takes. Al is so bad, but he keeps growing on me. Can we actually see some humanity in a demon?

Ok all I have to say is "WOW" this book is butt kicking, mystery at each corner, new adversaries with a little of the old all mixed in one. I am a true fan of Kim and this series is enough to singe your eyebrows!

I've fallen in love with the Rachel Morgan series. I'm not going to recap the book (that's been done many times over). I like the dynamics between Rachel and Trent. This book got into more of Rachel's past and where she came from. I was really hoping that the mystery of Kisten's death would have been solved but it was not. I enjoyed learning more about the underworld. Overall, this book was a great addition to the series and I can't wait to learn more about the Hallows!!

This was such a great book! I really love how she connects Al and Rachel more and more throughout the story (and the last sentence of the book totally made my day)!

Kim Harrison is one of those gifted authors that always finds their way on my wish list! I always buy her books the day they come out because I know I'm in for a great story that's worth the money. :)

I can't wait to see what happens in the next one!!!