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The Carpenters - 40/40 2 Discs (Used) (Mint Condition) CD

Name: The Carpenters - 40/40 2 Discs (Used) (Mint Condition) CD
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The Carpenters - 40/40 2 Discs (Used) (Mint Condition) CD1 1 Yesterday Once More Backing Vocals Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass Joe Osborn Drums Karen Carpenter Engineer Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar Tony Peluso Keyboards Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals Karen Carpenter Producer, Arranged By Richard Carpenter Written By John Bettis, Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass Joe Osborn Drums Karen Carpenter Engineer Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar Tony Peluso Keyboards Richard

1-1	Yesterday Once More Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Karen Carpenter Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – John Bettis, Richard Carpenter	3:58
1-2	Superstar Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Al Schmitt, Ray Gerhardt Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – Bonnie Bramlett, Leon Russell	3:49
1-3	Rainy Days And Mondays Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Harmonica – Tommy Morgan Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Tenor Saxophone – Bob Messenger Written-By – Paul Williams (2), Roger Nichols (2)	3:36
1-4	Top Of The World Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Pedal Steel Guitar – Buddy Emmons Producer – Richard And Karen Carpenter*, Jack Daugherty Written-By – John Bettis, Richard Carpenter	2:59
1-5	Ticket To Ride Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Karen Carpenter Engineer – Ray Gerhardt French Horn – David Duke Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – John Lennon/Paul McCartney*	4:10
1-6	Love Is Surrender Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Karen Carpenter Engineer – Dick Bogert, Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals, Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – Ralph Carmichael	1:59
1-7	Maybe It's You Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – John Bettis, Richard Carpenter	3:03
1-8	Reason To Believe Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar – Louie Shelton Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – Tim Hardin	3:05
1-9	Where Do I Go From Here? Arranged By – Peter Knight (5), Richard Carpenter Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Ron Tutt Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Robert De La Garza*, Roger Young Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – John Ellis (3) Producer – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Parker McGee	4:25
1-10	This Masquerade Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Karen Carpenter Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Flute – Bob Messenger Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Leon Russell	4:53
1-11	It's Going To Take Some Time Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Robert De La Garza* Flute – Bob Messenger, Tim Weisberg Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Soloist [Flute] – Bob Messenger Written-By – Carole King, Toni Stern	2:59
1-12	One More Time Bass – Joe Osborn Engineer – Ray Gerhardt Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Piano – Richard Carpenter Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Lewis Anderson	3:31
1-13	Those Good Old Dreams Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Ron Tutt Engineer – Roger Young Guitar – Tim May Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Pedal Steel Guitar – Jay Dee Maness Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – John Bettis, Richard Carpenter	4:13
1-14	For All We Know Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – Fred Karlin, James Griffin (4), Robb Royer	2:32
1-15	Crystal Lullaby Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Oboe, English Horn – Earle Dumler* Producer – Jack Daugherty Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Written-By – John Bettis, Richard Carpenter	3:56
1-16	I Believe You Arranged By – Paul Riser, Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Larrie Londin Engineer – Ray Gerhardt Guitar – Tim May Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Dick Addrisi/Don Addrisi*	3:55
1-17	(They Long To Be) Close To You Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Dick Bogert, Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Trumpet – Chuck Findley Written-By – Burt Bacharach/Hal David*	3:42
1-18	Bless The Beasts And Children Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – Barry DeVorzon, Perry L. Botkin Jr.	3:15
1-19	All You Get From Love Is A Love Song Backing Vocals – Carolene Williams, Julia Tillman, Karen Carpenter, Maxine Willard Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Ed Green Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar – Ray Parker Jr., Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Richard Carpenter Tenor Saxophone – Tom Scott Written-By – Steve Eaton	3:46
1-20	Calling Occupants Of Interplanetary Craft (The Recognized Anthem Of World Contact Day) Arranged By – Peter Knight (5), Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – The Gregg Smith Singers* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Ron Tutt Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Robert De La Garza, Roger Young Guitar [And DJ] – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Producer – Richard Carpenter Written-By – John Woloschuk, Terry Draper Arranged By – Peter Knight (5), Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – The Gregg Smith Singers* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Ron Tutt Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Robert De La Garza, Roger Young Guitar [And DJ] – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Producer – Richard Carpenter Written-By – John Woloschuk, Terry Draper	7:09
2-1	I Need To Be In Love Backing Vocals – The O.K. Chorale Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Jim Gordon Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Flute – David Shostac Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Albert Hammond, John Bettis, Richard Carpenter	3:49
2-2	Now Backing Vocals – The O.K. Chorale Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Ron Tutt Engineer – Roger Young Flute – Sheridan Stokes* Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe, English Horn – Earle Dumler* Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Tenor Saxophone – John Phillips (6) Written-By – Dean Pitchford, Roger Nichols (2)	3:51
2-3	Solitaire Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Jim Gordon Engineer – Roger Young Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Neil Sedaka/Philip Cody*	4:41
2-4	Please Mr. Postman Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Karen Carpenter Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Tenor Saxophone – Bob Messenger Written-By – Brian Holland, Freddie Gorman, Georgia Dubbins, Robert Bateman, William Garrett Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Karen Carpenter Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Tenor Saxophone – Bob Messenger Written-By – Brian Holland, Freddie Gorman, Georgia Dubbins*, Robert Bateman, William Garrett	2:48
2-5	Hurting Each Other Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Percussion – Gary Coleman Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – Gary Geld, Peter Udell	2:47
2-6	I Won't Last A Day Without You Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – Paul Williams (2), Roger Nichols (2)	3:55
2-7	Sweet Sweet Smile Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Banjo – Larry McNeely Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Ron Tutt Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Fiddle – Bobby Bruce Guitar – Tony Peluso Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Piano [Tack] – Tom Hensley Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Juice Newton, Otha Young	3:02
2-8	A Song For You Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Tenor Saxophone – Bob Messenger Written-By – Leon Russell	4:38
2-9	Ordinary Fool Bass – Chuck Del'Monico* Drums – Ron Tutt Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Tenor Saxophone – John Phillips (6) Written-By – Paul Williams (2)	3:43
2-10	When You'Ve Got What It Takes Acoustic Guitar – Tim May Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – John Robinson (2) Electric Guitar – Tony Peluso Engineer – Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – William M. Lane*, Roger Nichols (2)	3:41
2-11	Goodbye To Love Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – John Bettis, Richard Carpenter	3:56
2-12	Your Baby Doesn't Love You Anymore Backing Vocals – Richard Carpenter Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Ron Tutt Engineer – Roger Young Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Percussion – Peter Limonick Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Trumpet – Chuck Findley Written-By – Larry Weiss	3:51
2-13	Sing Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter, The Jimmy Joyce Children's Choir Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Karen Carpenter Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Recorder – Tom Scott Written-By – Joe Raposo	3:18
2-14	Baby It's You Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar – Louie Shelton Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Tenor Saxophone – Bob Messenger Written-By – Barney Williams (2), Burt Bacharach, Mack David Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Guitar – Louie Shelton Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Tenor Saxophone – Bob Messenger Written-By – Barney Williams (2), Burt Bacharach, Mack David	2:52
2-15	Let Me Be The One Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – Paul Williams (2), Roger Nichols (2)	2:49
2-16	Only Yesterday Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Jim Gordon Engineer – Roger Young Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Oboe – Earle Dumler* Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Tenor Saxophone – Bob Messenger Written-By – John Bettis, Richard Carpenter	3:47
2-17	Jambalaya (On The Bayou) Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Flute – Bob Messenger Guitar – Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Pedal Steel Guitar – Buddy Emmons Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Hank Williams	3:39
2-18	Touch Me When We're Dancing Backing Vocals – Carolyn Dennis, Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Larrie Londin Engineer – Roger Young Guitar – Tim May, Tony Peluso Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Tenor Saxophone – Tom Scott Written-By – J.L. Wallace, Ken Bell (2), Terry Skinner	3:21
2-19	We've Only Just Begun Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Backing Vocals – Richard And Karen Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Clarinet – Doug Strawn Drums – Hal Blaine Engineer – Ray Gerhardt, Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Producer – Jack Daugherty Written-By – Paul Williams (2), Roger Nichols (2)	3:05
2-20	When It's Gone (It's Just Gone) Acoustic Guitar – Dennis Budimir, Fred Tackett Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Karen Carpenter, Larrie Londin Electric Guitar – Tim May, Tony Peluso Engineer – Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Pedal Steel Guitar – Jay Dee Maness Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Randy Handley Acoustic Guitar – Dennis Budimir, Fred Tackett Backing Vocals – Karen And Richard Carpenter* Bass – Joe Osborn Drums – Karen Carpenter, Larrie Londin Electric Guitar – Tim May, Tony Peluso Engineer – Roger Young Keyboards – Richard Carpenter Lead Vocals – Karen Carpenter Pedal Steel Guitar – Jay Dee Maness Producer, Arranged By – Richard Carpenter Written-By – Randy Handley	5:01

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Stephanie

Charlottesville, US

★★★★★ 5

An action-packed dark romantasy

Format: Kindle

I loved this book! Queen of Roses is an Arthurian-inspired dark romantasy that is the first book in the Blood of Fae series. The story follows Morgan, the princess of Camelot who is rumored to be part fae. Fueled by prejudiced hatred and a mistrust of fae blood, Morgan’s abusive father strips her of her birthright and hands it to her half-brother, Arthur. Instead of becoming queen, Morgan is commanded to join the temple of the goddesses when she comes of age. However, Arthur turns into a psychopathic, power-hungry, fae-hating king as he ages. He develops malevolent plans and commands Morgan to find an ancient weapon with legendary power. Although Morgan is wary of Arthur’s intentions, she embraces the opportunity to go on a journey and potentially change her fate. The story picks up from there and we follow Morgan on her quest to find the ancient relic. It’s full of high stakes adventure, mystery, tension, banter, forced proximity, hidden magic, self discovery, and betrayal. This first installment of the series intricately develops the world building and character development. There’s little romance in this book, but it is evident that it is a slow burn that will continue to develop throughout the remainder of the series. Overall, I loved the world building, the epic fantasy, Morgan’s journey of self discovery, and all of the twists and turns that set the stage for the future installments. I can’t wait to see what happens next!

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Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2024

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AlynReads

Lowell, US

★★★★★ 4

Arthurian Fae Quest…say less.

Format: Kindle

A fae centered Arthurian tale unlike any I’ve read so far. The author did a great job at descriptive world building, with scenes easily playing out in my minds eye. There was plenty of action, suspense, and even a touch of horror. An enemies to lovers, slow burn romance, a quest, with plot twist and turns aplenty. There was a love triangle, which I’m not usually a fan of but, it played out well in this story line. The FMC, Morgan Pendragon, was so blatantly naïve, yet I typically expect as much in a ‘book one’ of a series, especially one that features a fairly sheltered princess. I was happy to read that in spite of this, she still showed a strong sense of morals, fire, and spine. Now our MMC? Kairos Draven, aka Void’s Edge. Oh, how I’m a sucker for a smoking’ hot grumpy warrior alpha with a witty mouth, and a strong sense of “touch her and die” attitude, so you know who held all my cards. That ending? Just made me swoon all the harder. Now add a battlecat that rivals the size of a horse…and well Ms. Briar Boleyn you have well and truly stolen my heart. I’m excited to see where the story goes from here, and follow along to see more of the characters growth. I went into this story fairly blind, and I think I enjoyed it all the more because of it. Once the story got going, it had me in an absolute chokehold and it was difficult to put down.

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Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024

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Ariel

Boise, US

★★★★★ 3

Not a bad start

Format: Kindle

3 stars Thank you Netgalley and Briar Boleyn for the ARC! A camelot/king Arthur retelling with fae. I was hooked by the idea of this book immediately and was eager to jump into this world. • slow burn • enemies to lovers • who did this to you Morgan Pendragon watched her mother die by her father's hand when she was just eight years old, hiding under the bed. Morgan is believed to have the tainted blood of the fae in her veins and is cast aside so that her fathers illegitimate son, Arthur, can become the king. She's seen his cruel treatment of the fae firsthand, so when he sends her on a journey to find a fae weapon she seizes the opportunity to do more with her life. Along the way, she finds more than she could have imagined. I don't know a whole lot about King Arthur and Camelot but I had a lot of fun with this story! The plot has some similar tropes to popular romantasy books (From blood and ash) but there's enough originality here that it doesn't feel like I'm reading a copy. I liked how the fae were different in appearance than what is typical in most fantasy books I've read. In this book they have blue hair, violet skin and a wide range of other characteristics. I thought that the world building was easy to follow and I could easily immerse myself into this world. After reading the blurb I kept wondering when she was going to go on the journey to find Excalibur and it doesn't happen until around the 45% mark. The story is a bit slow at times but starts to pick up once they begin their journey to find Excalibur. The John Wick style Inn was a fun concept that I enjoyed reading about. There are a lot of similarities to this and FBAA and I would have liked to have it be a little more different, but I'm hoping book two will have the story turn into something of its own. Overall I enjoyed reading this story and I'm looking forward to reading book two especially after that ending.

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Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2023

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❈ Elizabeth ❈ | Breakawayreads

Charlottesville, US

★★★★★ 5

Fallen Angels, fae, vampires, oh my!

Format: Kindle

Rating: 4.5 | Spice: 2 (but a good slow-burn) • Main Characters: Huntyr and Wolf • I couldn’t wait to read this book; there was so much hype about it! And there was no doubt why. I fell in love with the characters and the plot itself. This book is mainly plot driven more than friction driven but it’s easy to follow along with. The characters are fun, easily understood. The main setting is at an academy where both the main characters are going through trials and building strength for the final test, The Transcendent. There are fantastic side characters as well. I loved the camaraderie between Huntyr and her friends. But we don’t like Lanson. 😆 We do have some plot twists that come into play throughout the book. Secrets and betrayal to be seen. I did adore Wolf and Huntyr’s relationship. It was a classic slow burn trope. They didn’t hit it off fast, but in time their feelings grew. I loved their banter, so sexy. Wolf is your next book boyfriend; Huntyr is your next vampire assassin independent bad-a*s female. Themes include loyalty, trust, self-discovery, a true slow burn romance. Side note: book ends on a angsty cliffhanger! • Emily, thank you for writing this awesome novel and I cannot wait to devour Book 2, Blood So Brutal! 😍 • Happy reading, my lovelies! xo

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Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2024

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MelsABookworm

West Palm Beach, US

★★★★★ 4

“My heart bows to you and you only, Huntress.”

Format: Kindle

3.5 🌟 This book popped up in my KU recommended reading suggestions and the synopsis sounded like what I was in the mood for. I'm so glad I took a chance on it. I went into this knowing absolutely nothing about it and ended up really liking it. I love when this happens. The main characters are likeable and I easily found myself rooting for them. There is a mystery element to each of their backstories that I enjoyed watching unfold and can't wait to get more of. Wolf, in particular, has me fixated. Love him. I found this to be an entertaining, addictive read with a plot that moves along at a good pace. It reads so easily I found myself very reluctant to put it down. Lots of twists and turns and the angst is there. A good set up for the next book to come, for sure. My issues with this book....the dialogue feels a bit juvenile at times and there is a repetitive over use of a particular word phrasing that I found myself giving the ole eye-roll to. There are, without a doubt, some pretty cliche moments that gave me a bit of the cringe. I think this could've certainly 100% benefited from more depth regarding the world building. Perhaps the world building was sacrificed to keep the pacing quick? Just a guess. Also, the lack of consistency of character for the FMC was really evident and so she feels quite illogical at times. Overall, this was a fun and enjoyable read that hit the spot well enough for me. That ending certainly has me impatiently pining for book 2!

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Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024