I so excited to have here today my best bloggy friend Danielle from ALPHA Reader! I LOVE her reviews and she has yet to stear me wrong LOL I invited her to talk about the awesome Night Huntress series today, check it out…
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Don’t you wanna come with me?
Don’t you wanna feel my bones on your bones?
It's only natural.
‘Bones’ by The Killers -
Catherine ‘Cat’ Crawfield is an abomination. She is the product of rape, monstrous in itself, except Cat’s daddy-dearest was more demonic than most . . . he was also a vampire. Cat’s mother and grandparents have tried to steer her on a path of righteousness, and deny her monster-side. But Cat is not content to just suppress her duel-nature; instead she wants revenge on her father . . . one vampire at a time.
For as long as she has been able to wield a stake, Cat has been hunting. In the town of Licking Falls, Ohio, Cat is the premium vampire hunter . . . until the night a vampire gets the better of her.
‘Bones’ is a master vampire, but he also hunts the renegades of his race. Bones is a vampire hunter, and he doesn’t appreciate being almost-staked by an uppity little Halfling. But Bones is more intrigued than infuriated . . . and so decides to take Cat under his wing, showing her the ropes of vamp-hunting. Together, Bones and Cat (newly nicknamed ‘The Red Reaper’) become a formidable slaying team. And what starts as an uneasy alliance quickly boils over into a romance of epic proportions.
Jeaniene Frost’s ‘Night Huntress’ series currently stands at five books, with a sixth set for release in August this year, and at least two more after that. Frost has also spawned two spin-off books with minor characters from the ‘Night Huntress’ world, with plans to write another spin-off serial focusing on one beloved supporting character.
The urban fantasy/paranormal romance genre is a fairly elitist group. Sure, there are plenty of throwaway books you can choose from to fulfil your vampiric/lycanthropic fantasies. But if you are serious about the genre, if you want to be immersed in this fantastically dark and sensual world, then there are a few major book series that are practically required reading. . . and Jeaniene Frost’s ‘Night Huntress’ is right up there in the prerequisites.
If you have read ‘Twilight’, become smitten with ‘Mercy Thompson’ and fallen for the ‘Black Dagger Brotherhood’ , then it’s only a matter of time before you stumble across ‘Night Huntress’. Paranormal aficionados will gleefully encourage your reading – with sly smiles and whispered murmurings about a certain ‘Chapter 32’ . . .
One of the most attractive things about ‘Night Huntress’ is the love story at the centre of it all – the opposites attracting, sensually epic tour de force that are Cat and Bones. Other paranormal/urban fantasy writers revel in the tease. Fans of Patricia Briggs agonized over every glance and double meaning between Mercy and Adam. Ilona Andrew’s Kate and Curran hold the award for the ultimate ‘will-they-or-won’t-they?’ couple. In books about the supernatural set, unrequited love and unrepentant yearning is the norm. So it was lusciously refreshing when Jeaniene Frost threw pining out the window and got Cat and Bones together early on. ‘Night Huntress’ is less ‘will they or won’t they?’ and more about ‘what happens after happily-ever-after?’ as Cat and Bones embark on a dangerous and tumultuous marriage.
I stared straight into his eyes and didn’t hesitate. “Yes, he is. Maybe you don’t understand. Have you ever owed someone everything? All your strengths, all your victories, every last thing that’s meant anything in your life . . . and it can be traced back to one single person?
That’s what Bones is to me.”
- ‘One Foot in the Grace’ Night Huntress #2
On the one hand, it’s nice to read a stable couple (and it’s doubly nice to read their steamy sex life). But that’s not to say that Cat and Bones are without their problems. Bones was quite the Lothario in his day – and Cat is constantly battling Bones’s torrid sexual past and her feelings of inadequacy and jealousy. Frost has also been known to throw a love-triangle in the works, for good measure, and fan pleasure. But at the end of the day, ‘Night Huntress’ is wholly unique for being a series all about a loved-up duo and their hell-raising adventures. Cat and Bones are like the vampiric Bonnie & Clyde, a veritable Antony and Cleopatra for the fanged set.
The second reason Frost’s ‘Night Huntress’ is so beloved is simply for the characters of her world. As much as Cat and Bones hog the limelight and are the driving force of the series . . . it’s also the cast of supporting characters who have captured fan’s hearts and keep us coming back for more. From Bones’s slutty creation, Annette, to the various men of Cat’s government task-force –‘Night Huntress’ is a world with no shortage of fascinating minor characters to keep the protagonists company. And it’s a testament to Jeaniene Frost that her
minor characters work so well, that a few of them have even been given a spin off.
Oh, Dracula as well, Annette? I guess if Frankenstein and the Wolf Man were real, they’d already have double-teamed you.
‘At Grave’s End’ Night Huntress #3 -
Two of Bones’s vampire buddies, Spade and Mencheres, have taken to the spotlight and become heroes of their respective books, ‘First Drop of Crimson’ and ‘Eternal Kiss of Darkness’. And Frost’s leading-men are ever-increasing, with fans eagerly awaiting her new spin-off instalment series, ‘Night Prince’. This new series will follow a Frost favourite secondary character and literature veteran, Dracula. Yes, *the* Dracula. In ‘Night Huntress’
he is a charming and loyal monster with hints of a dark and lonely past. Fans are thrilled for the ‘Night Prince’ books, and I’m sure our boy Drac will be as handsomely tempting as Bones, Spade and Mencheres before him. Jeaniene Frost’s ‘Night Huntress’ and ‘Night Huntress World’ books are paranormal romance du jour. They are books to gorge yourself on – getting your full of lush sensuality and Amazonian kick-assery. Cat and Bones are a sexy and formidable team, backed by a cast of loyal and fascinating friends who will ensure that ‘Night Huntress’ has pride of place on your keeper shelf. If you are yet to delve into this teasingly dark world, then you’re in for a treat . . . *cough* Chapter 32! *cough*.
Walk on.
Dig up her bones.
I have seen the Demon's face
I have heard of her death place.
‘Dig up her Bones’ by Misfits -
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Great guest post!
I agree that it is just as important to have a great supporting cast to the main characters in a book. I wish all authors would keep this in mind when writing.
What a treat - thank you so much for the wonderful post today and the opportunity to win this giveaway!
Thanks for the giveaway and for opening it to worldwide entries.
Much appreciated.
Carol T
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Thanks so much for having me as a guest, Larissa :)
It was a blast!
Thanks for the giveaway! I really like Jeaniene Frost's books. Gotta love Bones :)
Excellent guest post and thank you very much for the super awesome giveaway!
-Mocha from A Cupcake and A Latte: YA Reads, Reviews & More!.
I recognize I haven't still read the saga but I have the intention. It's a very-used excuse but I have many books pending to read...
Thanks for the giveaway ;)
Can I just say, I nearlly crapped myself when I saw the title of the post. Now usually crapping yourself is a bad thing, but trust me, this was the good kind.
This is so great, thanks for the info!
oh chapter 32!!! Yes everyone will love this series if they also enjoy Mercy Thompson and J.R. Ward. All are my favorites.
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Fantastic guest post. These books sound amazing. I MUST read these. x
Bones is my dream guy lol. I cant wait for the new book to come out.
Great guest post. I haven't read this series yet but I've heard great things about it.
Thanks for the giveaway. Your book sounds really good. I can't wait to read it. Tore923@aol.com
It's me, again!
This time, I'm not the only one to comment so I'm quite sure I do good (it "I do good" english? not sure at all!).
Well, again, thank you for the giveaway!
Thanks for making this open internationally!
Great supporting characters are the highlight in all the Urban Fantasy I read, much more so than prarnormal or Paranormal romance. It makes for more fulfilling, longer series.
Regarding the tease by two of my favorite authors: instantaneous attraction and/or hopping into bed immediately does not fit all characters and I felt the wait was not excessive.
As always, awesome giveaway!
thank you for this giveaway !
Fantastic giveaway!! Thanks so much :o)
Mickey @ imabookshark
Thank you so much for the chance to win! I love Night Huntress series♥
Thanks for the giveaway! I love Night Huntress series
Love all of her work! Thanks for the chance!
Trust Jeaniene to turn Dracula into a hero, I can't wait to take a peek at her new series.
caity_mack at yahoo dot com
Thank you for the great guest post. I've had these books on my to read list for awhile but hadn't gotten around to reading them. Now i'm really anxious to! It was nice to read what Danielle said about supporting characters. I sometimes follow a series more for supporting characters than for the main ones! Thanks also for introducing me to Danielle's blog. I hadn't known of it before.
methom@earthlink.net
The book sounds great! i would love to read this. Thanks for the giveaway!
ive seen this book and have been curious for quite some time now... Thanks for hosting this giveaway!! =) have a great week!!
SpadesHigh @ http://SpadesHighReads.com
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What an awesome post - thank you for sharing and for the wonderful giveaway opportunity.
Loooove Jeaniene's books!! Soooo cannot wait for her Vlad ones! You know those are gonna rock!
Awesome post. I really would love to read this. Read so many good reviews about this series.
Thanks for the giveaway!
jcross719 at yahoo dot com
Sounds like a great book! Thanks for the giveaway
quixoticdreamer(at)hotmail(dot)com
A BIG Thanks for the giveaway and for opening it to worldwide entries!
This is my favorite series, but unfortunately I don't own a copy of this, so it would be nice to win, especially a Signed Copy :-O
A great contest, I'm a fan of the series, and am looking forward to Vlad's story as well!
Shelleyrae @ Book'd Out
I am 2 books into this seris and LOVING it so far. Grea giveaway!
alycia(at)thejeepdiva(dot) com
Thank you so so much for the chance to win a Signed copy by Jeaniene Frost! that is super cool!!
I'm a huge fan of Jeaniene. Thanks for the giveaway!! =D
claroxide@yahoo.co.in
FABULOUS!!! I am truly wonderful.
marypres(AT)gmail(DOT)com
I've been planning to read this series for a while now, and boy....do you make it sound good Danielle!
Love this series and love Cat & Bones together, =)
best wishes, Linda xoxo
Thank you so much for the wonderful post today and the opportunity to win this giveaway! I think I'll love this series(everyone love it).
This is a great blog posting and giveaway!
Thanks for doing this!
Saph
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I haven't read this series yet, but it has been on my TBR list for a while! Thanks for the chance to finally read it:)
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I love this giveaway. Thak you so much for a chance to win it
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i just started reading the night huntress series. they are amazing!
~Peter
Thank you so much for the incredibly generous giveaway!
Woohoo :) Love this author :)
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adding them all up +1 :) so 23 for me :) thanks for such a great giveaway :)
Bones and Cat are one of my favorite couples!!!
This series is on my TBR pile! I'd love to win.
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Thanks for the giveaway.
I absolutely love the Night Huntress series! It has become one of my favourite book series of all time! Thanks for the chance to win a signed Jeaniene book!
chibipooh(at)gmail(dot)com
Awesome! I've only read the first one but cannot wait to read the rest.
jessicamariesutton(at)msn(dot)com
The characters of this novel sound very interesting! I have heard great things about these novels but have yet to read them. I can't wait!!
PelicanJL[at]hotmail[dot]com
Great blog post.
Thanks for making the giveaway international!
Thanks for the giveaway....
I just read the first 3 books and absolutely loved them. About to start number 4. I love Jeaniene Frost's books
I'm pretty stoked about this giveaway! I've been wanting to read this series for a while.
Yay! A new blog to follow, too! I don't think I've ever been to Alpha Readers blog before.
I have not read these wonderful books yet but I hope i win so I can vbarton24 at gmail dot com
Great guest post! Supporting characters can add depth to any work.
I love Cat and Bones! They always know how to make me laugh! Thanks so much for the giveaway!
Great post!
robindpdx (at) yahoo (dot) com
OMG, OMG! Night Huntress is the best... series... EVER! I love Cat and Bones. Wee, Jeaniene, congrats for the books!
And I would choose Halfway to the Grave, because I already have a signed copy of TSotG :P
mikki-mano@hotmail.com
I haven't had the chance to read this series yet, but you make it sound excellent.
OMG.. this series is on my to buy list for this month. I try to find and start a new series each month. I have heard a lot of good reviews about Cat and Bones's books and I really want them...lol
Thank you for the chance to win the first 2. You're awesome.
koonie2888 at yahoo dot com
Thanks for offering this giveaway. i am huge fan of Jeaniene Frost. Cheers!
I love the blog Alpha Reads! I completely agree the reviews are amazing!!
Thank you so much for this giveaway!!
PelicanJL@hotmail.com
I love this series! I just started it and can get enough of it!
meredithfl at gmail dot com
This is probably one of the best urban fantasy series out there. Bones is droolworthy and Cat is badass. What more could you want?...Other than you wish you were Cat so you can be with Bones.
Would love This Side of the Grave :)
Annie
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The first book was so great. I really loved it and I'm grateful for the chance to win the latest!
I haven't read the first one but I definitely would love to if I got the chance
I would love to read Halfway to the Grave! Please, count me in!
Thanks for this awesome giveaway!
Kanya
kanyachhetATyahooDOTca
God I hope I win!!! I've been after a signed book since forever, this is my favorite series EVER!!!
Great post and I love the quote from the song Bones by The Killers...they are awesome!
Would love to try a book by Jeanine Frost! Thanks for the giveaway!
west.danielle.r(at)gmail(dot)com
Wow, great giveaway. I've heard amazing things about this series
june111(at)att(dot)net
Thanks for this great giveaway! Can't wait to try the series :)
As an avid Paranormal/UF reader I definitely do have this series on my list to try. I really enjoyed the review and info on the series as well as the spin-offs. TY for a chance at winning the starting book :).
pams00 @ aol.com
Love Bones, Loves Bones, Loves Bones, I Loooove Bones and looooove this series!
I have encountered such enthusiasm and love of the fans of this series I can't wait to discover it! I have already bought the first 3 books so that when I start I can devour them :-D
Thank you for the great giveaway!
stella.exlibris (at) gmail (dot) com
Ive heard lots of great things about this series. I would love to read it. The books sound very good. And i love the covers! Thank you!
Ive heard lots of great things about this series. I would love to read it. The books sound very good. And i love the covers! Thank you!