50) Big Vamp on Campus by Molly Harper

The Blurb :

How will Ophelia adjust to living in a dorm room now that she has been banished from the Council and forced to matriculate at college with Jamie? Communal showers! Horrible, pretentious roommates! Humans who try to be FRIENDS! The horror!

My Thoughts :

I actually listened to this one last weekend but for some reason or another I didn't get around to posting a review.  So a week too late, I have to say, I still love Molly Harper!  I still love the Half-Moon Hollow Series and I can't wait for more!

Luckily the wait until the next book isn't too long but I am a little annoyed that this novella was released before the next novel.  Why?  Because apparently this short story takes place after the next novel.  Stupid order to release the books...but luckily it didn't make any difference.  Otherwise I would have been really mad.

As it was, this was all I have come to expect from the author and series.  Funny, witty and worth reading.  I love listening to this series because the narrator is just amazing.  Give me a review copy and I will still wait for the audio version to come out because the actress just brings the series to life.

I don't want to go into details regarding the story because it is a short one and it may give away too much of the plot.  I can say it is a must read for all fans of the series and a definite must read if you wanted to hear Ophelia's side of things.  Interesting and well written.  Love this author and series.

110) Fangs for the Memories by Molly Harper

The Blurb :

How did Andrea and Dick Cheney fall in love? Join Half-Moon Hollow’s favorite couple for a trip down memory lane—to a time when Mr. Wainwright was newly dead, Jane Jameson was a newbie vampire, and a budding paranormal romance was not yet uncorked…

Half-Moon Hollow’s supernatural social event of the season—Zeb’s Titanic-themed werewolf wedding—is coming up, and Dick Cheney (not that Dick Cheney!) needs a date. But Andrea’s had enough of clever, handsome, and rakish to last a lifetime, and Dick Cheney is certainly not the sort of man you bring home to mom (not that Andrea’s deadist parents are speaking to her ever since she dropped out of college and became a blood surrogate.) Shameless, relentless, roguish, with a Stetson-worthy swagger, a naughty sparkle in his eyes, and a constant smirk—oh, and fangs—no, Dick is the last person (er…vampire) Andrea wants to date.

But the infuriatingly irresistible man who lives quietly on the edge of a criminal underworld knows exactly what he wants, and once he surprises Andrea with a thrilling hot and dirty kiss behind the paranormal bookshop, she knows what she wants too: Dick. All it takes to ignite their unconventional courtship is a near-undeath experience that confronts Dick with a choice between turning Andrea, losing her forever, or tapping into his countless shady resources).

My Thoughts :

It was a special week for Half-Moon Hollow fans!  Not only did we get a full length novel but there was also a novella released about how Andrea and Dick got together.  A story that I am sure many a fan has been waiting for.

However I have to say it fell a little short.  This short story was a welcome addition to the series but to be honest I wanted Andrea and Dick to get a nice full length story with all the wit and charm I am used to and not this short tale.  I didn't feel it did them justice and it was all over before it began.

Yes this is well worth reading if you are a fan but expect to be slightly disappointed.  It was a nice read but it certainly wasn't everything I was hoping for.  Although maybe it wasn't a good idea to release this short story so close to the full length new release.  I was on such a high from reading The Single Undead Moms Club that this was a lame dessert.

An amazing series that I will always pre-order but release the novellas in between full length books because then they taste much sweeter!

108) The Single Undead Moms Club by Molly Harper

The Blurb :

Widow Libby Stratton arranged to be turned into a vampire after she was diagnosed with late-stage cancer. It wasn’t the best idea she’s ever had, but she was desperate—she’s not about to leave her seven-year-old son to be raised by her rigid, overbearing in-laws.

On top of post-turning transition issues, like being ignored at PTA meetings and other mothers rejecting her son’s invitations for sleepovers, Libby must deal with her father-in-law’s attempts to declare her an unfit mother, her growing feelings for Wade—a tattooed redneck single dad she met while hiding in a closet at Back to School Night—and the return of her sire, who hasn’t stopped thinking about brave, snarky Libby since he turned her.

My Thoughts :

Half-Moon Hollow is the place to be if you are a vampire.  Libby Stratton finds this out when she takes the plunge into the undead life when the big C threatens to stop her from seeing her son grow up. It may not of been the best decision she made but a mother will do anything to make sure her child is safe.

The problems start piling up around Libby from the first day of her Vampire life.  They range from a custody fight to Sire issues and include some PTA haters and a sexy redneck.  Every night is a challenge as she makes sure her son is cared for when she is asleep in the day and that she manages her feeding and doesn't hurt anyone.

With Molly Harper's typical wit this story manages to be fun and inspiring instead of weepy and exhausting.  Libby is likable from the beginning and is realistic as a character.  It is an interesting story and many may not like the twists and turns or concept of this latest Half-Moon Hollow installment but as always I enjoyed the vampire book quote at the beginning of each chapter from 'My Mommy Has Fangs',  I loved the new characters and catching up with the regulars and most of all I enjoyed the usual Molly Harper banter and action.

Listening to this series is highly recommended if you like audio books.  Molly Harper is extremely lucky to have such a great narrator for her books.  It is slightly confusing at first because it is the same voice from the previous books, told from another characters perspective, but once the story gets going there is just fun times ahead.

A must read and pre-order author.  I can't wait for the next Half-Moon Hallow adventure and look forward to listening to this great narrator again.

40) The Dangers of Dating a Rebound Vampire by Molly Harper

The Blurb :

Gigi is no longer an innocent teen. All grown up and looking for love, her family and friends worry she’ll go for the sexy, alluring vampire instead of a nice, safe human. But sexy and alluring, with a penchant for biting, could be just what Gigi wants...

My Thoughts :

Molly Harper has been delighting me with her books for years now.  She always manages to make me laugh and smile while offering up great fun characters, intriguing plots and paranormal fun!  The Dangers of Dating a Rebound Vampire is another of these wonderful reads and yet again a visit to Half-Moon Hallow.

I had this book on pre-order on Audible because the narrator for Molly's books, Amanda Ronconi, is one of the best!  There are just certain series that I have to listen to and this is one of them.  Even if I was offered an ARC to read I am pretty certain I would have waited for the Audio version because they are just so well read.  Amanda always manages to make the characters sound as snarky, quirky and fun as you want them to be,  A series well worth listening to.

On to the story itself.  What is there to say?  If you have already been to Half-Moon Hallow before then you know what to expect.  There are vampires, werewolves and witches with some humans trying to keep alive.  There are fun and games, lots of pop culture references and of course something mysterious going on that will be solved by the end of the book.  Twists and turns are a definite and there is usually some vampire antics and romance.

So the same old?  Not really.  There is always something new in each book and that isn't just the new POV or the new vampire how-to book that is quoted at the start of each chapter.  There are always new situations with the addition of some new characters while incorporating the ones you already know and love.  The continuing story progresses and this time it isn't just Gigi who gets a life change bit Jane and Dick also get some new responsibility and Ophelia finally gets put in her place.

The plot was full of action and romance with some interesting mystery elements.  I was sure I knew who was up to no good right from the beginning and was right but the how and why was a fun roller coaster ride.  I enjoyed every minute and can't wait for another visit to Half-Moon Hallow which I see will be in Autumn!  Woohoo for not making us wait too long!  Looking forward to more!

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164) I'm Dreaming of an Undead Christmas by Molly Harper

The Blurb :

It's Christmas in Half-Moon Hollow and newly turned vampire Iris Scanlon-Calix wants to make Gigi's first visit home from college as normal and special as possible. It's taken months for Iris to work up the nerve to spend time around her baby sister after her vampire transition, so she enlists help from Jane Jameson and Company to keep her blood-thirst under control and assure Gigi's safety.

Gigi, on the other hand, has problems of her own, including the demise of her relationship with high school sweetheart, Ben, and a looming job interview with Ophelia Lambert, the scariest potential employer in the Hollow. And then there's the small matter of the handsome, frustrating vampire who keeps appearing in Gigi's peripheral vision, then disappearing before she can talk to him.

Can the Scanlon sisters negotiate romantic problems, vampire politics, and Christmas cookie disasters and enjoy a relatively normal holiday?

My Thoughts :

This novella in the Half Moon Hollow series is one of the best Christmas presents this year!  I didn't know it was coming and it was by pure accident that I saw a friend posting about this FREE audiobook!   This is a new story, novella sized, with a Christmas theme.  All the characters you know and love make an appearance and there is also a mysterious character hanging around that the reader doesn't get to fully meet.

If you are a fan of this author and series then you really need to check this one out.  It is a great way to get into the holiday spirit and there are enough laughs to keep you happy till the rest of your presents are ready to be opened.  Molly Harper is one of my favourite authors and she never disappoints!   She is a must read author and I am really happy I got to listen to this one before Christmas.

I loved this short story and it was fun to see what Gigi and the rest of the Half Moon Hollow paranormals have been up to.  This story seems to be a little stocking filler before the next book which I am sure will follow Gigi's story.  After all there were some nice little developments in this audio book that paved the way for a lot more fun and mayhem!

I don't know if this audible book is going to stay free but at the time of writing this review it still cost nothing!  Here is the direct link !  Don't miss out on this!  If you don't usually listen to audio books then make an exception.  I don't know if this novella will be released in another form.  So make sure you spend a little of your Christmas with the Half-Moon Hollow Crew!






 

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73) A Witch's Handbook of Kisses & Curses by Molly Harper

The Blurb :

Nola Leary would have been content to stay in Kilcairy, Ireland, healing villagers at her family’s clinic with a mix of magic and modern medicine. But a series of ill-timed omens and a deathbed promise to her grandmother have sent her on a quest to Half-Moon Hollow, Kentucky, to secure her family’s magical potency for the next generation. Her supernatural task? To unearth four artifacts hidden by her grandfather before a rival magical family beats her to it.

Complication One: Her grandfather was Mr. Wainwright and the artifacts are lost somewhere in what is now Jane Jameson's book shop.

Complication Two: her new neighbor, Jed Trudeau, who keeps turning up half naked at the strangest times, a distraction Nola doesn't need. And teaming up with a real-life Adonis is as dangerous as it sounds, especially when he’s got the face of an angel and the abs of a washboard—can Nola complete her mission before falling completely under his spell?

My Thoughts :

Half-Moon Hallow is a place that all Molly Harper fans know and love.  So it will please you all to know that the Witch's Handbook is located in the familiar and well loved vampire filled town in Kentucky.  You will all be even more pleased to hear that the residents that you know and love are also involved in this book even if it isn't their story to tell.  Plus there are a few surprises in store for people who know all about Jane Jameson's adventures.

The new aspect inside this book, is of course, as the title suggests, witches.  Half-Moon Hallow has had its fair share of paranormal elements but until now witches haven't been a big topic.  So it is nice to see another supernatural aspect brought into the mix.  The way the plot is weaved into the already well known story from the previous books set in this world is actually very cool if not a little soap opera style.  A long lost grandfather and all that jazz isn't too far fetched and it actually lends to the style of the books so far.

I don't wan't to give away any of the great story but the plot is very well through out, interesting and full of yummy moments.  I hadn't expected any less and once again the author has given me a great reading experience that I hope to revisit again sometime soon.   The continuation of book quotes at the beginning of each chapter reminds the reader that this is a Half-Moon Hallow and in a way has become Molly's signature and makes her work stand out even more.

I have read some great books lately but nothing compares to a nice Molly Harper.   The Witch's Handbook of Kisses and Curses is a feel good book with some brilliant characters and paranormal elements.  Once again it leaves me eager for my next Molly Harper experience. The author always gives a good story while managing to keep me giggling.  Within pages of her books I am hooked and can't stop and this newest release is just as magical and wonderful as her previous works.  Colour me impressed and happy.  I may have said it before, and I am going to say it again, I am in love with this author and her books.

Any fans of the author will be, like myself, extremely happy with this new release which comes out this week.    Don't wait for this one to be cheaper or put it on your wishlist for a rainy day, grab a copy asap, curl up with it and enjoy the ride.  I can guarntee you will feel better for it.

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123) The Care and Feeding of Stray Vampires by Molly Harper

The Blurb :

Iris Scanlon, Half-Moon Hollow’s only daytime vampire concierge, knows more about the undead than she’d like. Running all their daylight errands—from letting in the plumber to picking up some chilled O neg—gives her a look at the not-so-glamorous side of vampire life. Her rules are strict; relationships with vamps are strictly business, not friendship—and certainly not anything else. But then she finds her newest client, Cal, poisoned on his kitchen floor, and only Iris can help.

Cal - who would be devastatingly sexy, if Iris allowed herself to think that way - offers Iris a hefty fee for hiding him at her place until he figures out who wants him permanently dead. Even though he’s imperious, unfriendly and doesn't seem to understand the difference between "employee" and "servant," Iris agrees, and finds herself breaking more and more of her own rules to help him - particularly those concerning nudity.

My Thoughts :

Even though the cover for this book didn't really impress me I knew without a doubt, due to experience, that this was going to be an amazing read. I wasn't wrong! Molly Harper always delivers a lively, funny and wonderful story and this one was just as good as her previous books.

Before I go any further, yes this book is set in Half Moon Hollow and yes Jane does make an appearance. Actually all the characters you know and love from Half Moon Hollow either make an appearance or are mentioned. It is great that the author has managed to make a new set of stories with other characters and still base it in Half Moon Hollow with the same rules and cools.

The plot is perfect and as always filled with humour and romance. The love aspect isn't over the top but it fits in nicely with the general story. Getting to know Iris, Cal and Gigi was a lot of fun and the dysfunctional aspect of it all made me giggle more than once. Actually I found myself laughing, smiling and chuckling quite a bit while reading this one which is also nothing new when it comes to Molly Harper's unique and witty writing style.

If you are a vampire lover and want to have a good laugh then you really need to check out this series and every other paranormal book of goodness that Molly Harper has shared. She is a must read for me and I can't wait for the next addition to the already wonderful selection of stories she has told. Highly recommended. A super Summer read!