12) Killer Frost by Jennifer Estep

The Blurb :


I’ve battled the Reapers of Chaos before–and survived. But this time I have a Bad, Bad Feeling it’s going to be a fight to the death … most likely mine.

Yeah, I’ve got my psychometry magic, my talking sword, Vic–and even the most dangerous Spartan on campus at my side, in Logan freaking Quinn, but I’m no match for Loki, the evil Norse god of chaos. I may be Nike’s Champion, but at heart, I’m still just Gwen Frost, that weird Gypsy girl everyone at school loves to gossip about.

Then someone I love is put in more danger than ever before, and something inside me snaps. This time, Loki and his Reapers are going down for good … or I am.

My Thoughts :

Jennifer Estep is a must read and must buy author.  All of her books have been amazing reads and I can't get enough of her imaginative and unique stories.  While her Elemental Assassin series is by far my favourite this Mythos Academy Young Adult series has also been keeping me entertained.  So it was sad to realise that this sixth installment is actually the last book in the series.  While it is sad to know that we won't be catching up with Gwen anymore I can tell you that the ending will not be a disappointment for the fans.

All the usual characters are about and there are some nice developments in this book that make you hope there will be a novella or two, maybe a spin-off, so we can see what happens next.  The location is very academy based this time around which seems fitting for the last installment.  As for the plot, well it rocked.  There wasn't anything missing and the roller coaster ride that Gwen and the reader have been on comes to an end in style.

Killer Frost is all about tying up the loose ends and bringing things to an end.  How the author gets us there is filled with the twists and turns I have come to expect from this author.  Action, adventure and magical creatures all play their part in this final episode and the story was so good that I gulped it up in record time.

There were moments in this book that I felt everything was coming together a little too easily or even too quickly.  Despite that feeling I enjoyed this one as much as the other five books in the series and am sad that it has to come to an end.  On the other hand I am kind of glad that the author has put this one to bed.  It needed to end sometime and I appreciate that this one didn't drag out for another few books.  Kudos to the author for letting Gwen get on with her life, it couldn't have been easy.

This is a Young Adult series but any lovers of Estep's other books would be stupid to not even try this series.  Now everything is over and done with you can even pile up all six books and have a little Mythos Academy read-a-thon.  I can guarantee that you won't be disappointed with this tasty Mythical infused fantasy work of art that the author has created.  Let's hope she has another equally amazing series up her sleeve to delight us with sometime soon!

*** Killer Frost releases on the 25th of February ***

 

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Book Excerpt & Contest with Jennifer Estep

Jennifer Estep fans!  Have you already got yourself a copy of Heart of Venom?  It is out now and it is one of those must buy and read asap books!    

The Elemental Assasin Series is one of my all time favourite reads and Jennifer Estep is an amazing author.  If you haven't read any of her books yet then it is high time you do!  You are really missing out on something original, thrilling and unforgettable. 

To get you all in the mood and to entice those who have not yet been introduced to The Elemental Assassin Series, Jennifer has sent me a nice little excerpt for you all to enjoy.  She is also giving away a copy of Heart of Venom to one lucky person!  So make sure you enter the contest below.  

HEART OF VENOM EXCERPT

Like Roslyn, Sophia was running a little late that morning, since she’d wanted to get rid of the two dead giants in the cooler. I’d given all the restaurant staff the day off with pay, so both Sophia and I could enjoy our time at the salon, and I’d told Sophia that the giants’ bodies could wait another day, or at least until after our salon time, but she had insisted that she was going to dispose of them this morning. Or maybe she was simply being practical. Odds were that someone else would jump me at the Pork Pit sometime in the next few days, and, well, that cooler could only hold so many bodies. As it was, Finn and I had had to pack the two giants in like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle just so we could close the lid.

Sophia had disposed of dozens of bodies for me and for my mentor, Fletcher Lane, before I’d taken over the assassination business from the old man. She could handle two giants with her eyes blindfolded and one hand tied behind her back. But Jo-Jo looked so worried that I wrapped my hand around hers and gave it a gentle squeeze, careful not to smear the polish that she’d put on my nails.

“Do you want me to call Sophia and see where she’s at?”

Jo-Jo shook her head. “No, that’s all right. Like I said, it’s probably just heartburn. I think I had one too many cups of Finn’s chicory coffee this morning. That stuff will knock your teeth plumb out of your mouth, it’s so strong.”

She gave me a chipper smile, grabbed the plastic tub, put it on her lap, and started sorting through the many bottles of polish. Jo-Jo held up first one pink, then another, trying to find one that she thought Bria might like, but the cheery colors did little to brighten my mood.

Maybe it was the way Jo-Jo’s sculpted eyebrows were pinched together in worry, or maybe it was how quickly her smile slipped back into a frown when she thought that I wasn’t looking at her anymore. I couldn’t see the future like she did, but Jo-Jo had been right about too many things in the past for me to dismiss her dread as nothing more than caffeine overload. If she thought something ominous was gathering on the horizon, then no doubt, the wind was blowing storm clouds in our direction right now.

BIO INFO

Jennifer Estep is a New York Times bestselling author, prowling the streets of her imagination in search of her next fantasy idea. Heart of Venom, the ninth book in her Elemental Assassin urban fantasy series, will be released on Aug. 27. Kiss of Venom, an e-novella, is also available, along with other books, short stories, and e-novellas in the series. For more information, visit www.jenniferestep.com or follow Jennifer on Facebook, Twitter, and Goodreads.

JENNIFER’S LINKS

Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter / Goodreads

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100) Midnight Frost by Jennifer Estep

The Blurb :

Here we go again …

Just when it seems life at Mythos Academy can’t get any more dangerous, the Reapers of Chaos manage to prove me wrong. It was just a typical night at the Library of Antiquities — until a Reaper tried to poison me. The good news is I’m still alive and kicking. The bad news is the Reaper poisoned someone else instead.

As Nike’s Champion, everyone expects me to lead the charge against the Reapers, even though I’m still hurting over what happened with Spartan warrior Logan Quinn. I’ve got to get my hands on the antidote fast — otherwise, an innocent person will die. But the only known cure is hidden in some creepy ruins — and the Reapers are sure to be waiting for me there …

My Thoughts :

This series started off being very unique and special and it continues to be one of a kind and manages not to go over the top.  This is a very special attribute for me and it is refreshing to keep up with a YA series and really want to continue.  With no real teenage moaning and whining it is really easy to forget that this is actually aimed at Young Readers.  No sex and drugs in Mythos Academy, just some very amazing kids with some extremely different powers and abilities.  I want to go back to school if I can go here!

The plot this time around continues from the last book and it is a bit of a shock to see one of the regular characters come close to death.  The journey to find a way to save this character is an exciting and dangerous one and it isn't hard to forget what has happened in the previous books.

I don't think this was the best in the series so far but it was a very good and memorable one.  Some events are just hard to forget and certain scenes in this book will stay with me and will definitely be springing to mind  when the next installment comes along.

The Mythos Academy series has to be my favourite Young Adult series at the moment.  The author writes amazingly original content and it is infused to the hilt with some stunning Mythical Urban Fantasy.  This time around the author managed, to once again, out do herself and there was a creature involved that was a pleasure to see incorparated into in the story.

Jennifer Estep really stretches the limits and surprises everytime!  I don't like playing favourites but she really she high up on that list of mine!  Must read and must buy this is a series, like her Elemental Assasin books, that can't be praised enough.





  

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68) Spartan Frost by Jennifer Estep

The Blurb :

I’m Logan Quinn, the deadliest Spartan warrior at Mythos Academy. At least I was — until the day I almost killed Gwen Frost.

Professor Metis and Nickamedes say that I’m fine, that Loki and the Reapers don’t have a hold on me anymore, but I can’t risk it. I can’t risk hurting Gwen again. So I’m leaving Mythos and going somewhere far, far away.

I know Gwen wonders what’s happening to me, whether I’m safe. I can’t tell her, but this is my story …

My Thoughts :

I love all things Jennifer Estep and when I saw this short story I couldn't resist, despite my huge To Be Read pile, snapping it up.  There is something about this author that always makes me want to drop everything and just read her work.  She has never disappointed me and I doubt she ever will.

Spartan Frost is a nice novella in the Mythos Academy Series.  Set between the last release, Crimson Frost, and the upcoming release, Midnight Frost, this tale is quite special in the fact that it is told from Logan's perspective.  The plot deals with the Spartan's time after book #4 and gives us a nice cliffhanger ending that will obviously be the topic of events in the next release.

What can I tell you all without giving anything away?  It is a great story and it helps the reader see how Logan feels and why he has decided to do what he has done.  It shows, once again, how great the author is at writing short stories and how nicely she can spin a tale from any perspective and for any situation.  All in all Spartan Frost is a gift.  A nice present to keep the withdrawl symptoms at bay until the next full length story comes out in Summer.

If you are a fan of the series then this is a must read.  If you haven't yet had the pleasure of reading this series then I suggest leaving this one be as it has some plot spoilers if you haven't already met the Mythos Academy.  However make sure you do check out this series and all the other wonderful and fantastic books Jennifer Estep has out.  She is aUrban Fantasy writing genius and I love being pulled into her amazing stories.

Spartan Frost is due for release on the 25th June.

 

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12) Crimson Frost by Jennifer Estep

The Blurb :

For a moment, a face flashed before my eyes—the most hideous face I’d ever seen. No matter how hard I tried to forget what had happened, I saw him everywhere I went. It was Loki—the evil god that I’d helped set free against my will.

I should have known that my first official date with Logan Quinn was destined to end in disaster. If we’d gotten into a swordfight, or been ambushed by Reapers, I’d have been more prepared. But getting arrested mid-sip at the local coffee hangout? I didn’t see that one coming.

I’ve been accused of purposely helping the Reapers free Loki from his prison—and the person leading the charge against me is Linus Quinn, Logan’s dad. The worst part is that pretty much everyone at Mythos Academy thinks I’m guilty. If I’m going to get out of this mess alive, I’ll have to do it myself…

My Thoughts :

Oh wow! Another great book in the Mythos Academy series and yet another spectacular read from Jennifer Estep. I may have fallen in love with the genre because of Kim Harrison or Kelley Armstrong but Jennifer Estep is the one keeping me excited and addicted to Paranormal Urban Fantasy. There aren't enough words to say how much I am enjoying this series. But I will try!

So the last visit to the Mythos Academy was quite a busy one with Loki finally being freed due to Gwen being tricked. Now it wasn't her fault but some guys called the Protectorate turn up and arrest her for everything that has happened since she started at the Academy. This means all the school is against her and another problem is that Logan's parents are basically 'The Protectorate'.

As usual lots of twists and turns. There are some more but I won't spoil all the evil surprises. All I can say is that if I was Gwen I would curl up somewhere and give up. The girl has guts and strength. It is a shame that this book leaves her the way it does.

Wonderful story telling from Jennifer as per usual. This series may be tamer than her Elemental Assassins series but it is still well written and exciting. Unique and not even close to any of those other paranormal 'School' books this one revolves around Greek Mythology and seriously kicks some butt.

I can't wait to see what happens next and hope for Gwen that she doesn't have to go through so much emotional stuff next time around. Also I feel it is time that Loki made an appearance and not the usual villian Vivian. While a major part of the plot I want to see more of the Reapers upper levels and what Gwen is really against.

A must read series even if you aren't a young adult. If you haven't checked out Jennifer Estep's other books then you certainly need to. This is a special author who writes extremely special stories that you can't help but get caught up in and love.

Author Event & Contest - Jennifer Estep!

One of my favourite authors is Jennifer Estep. Her Urban Fantasy Elemental Assassin's series is not to be missed and her YA Mythos Academy is also on my must read list.

This week the seventh Elemental Assassin book was released. Widow's Web was a spectacular read and I can't wait for book #8!

Haven't read Widow's Web yet? Well you are in for a treat! Jennifer has sent me an excerpt to tempt you and there is even a chance to win a copy if you read till the end!

Enjoy and make sure you try out this amazing author!

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WIDOW’S WEB EXCERPT:

With our war games finished, it was time for me to collect my prize—dinner at Underwood’s.

The next night, Owen and I took his Mercedes Benz over to the restaurant, which was located in a classy older building in the city’s financial district. Owen pulled up to the sidewalk where a crimson awning bore the restaurant’s name, and we got out of the car. While he handed the keys off to a valet, I stood on the sidewalk and reached out with my Stone magic, curious about what I might hear. The brick of the building whispered about money, power, and plots, mixed with lighter notes of dishes and silverware tinkling together. Not unpleasant sounds, but ones that told me just how many dark, deadly schemes had been hatched here over dinner, dessert, and a nice bottle of wine.

Owen took my arm, and we went inside and rode the elevator up to the third and top floor, where the maître d’ escorted us to a corner table. Crimson linens covered the table, which had been set with fine white china, delicate wine glasses, and silverware that had a higher polished luster than some diamond rings. Three crimson candles shaped like forks burned in a crystal candelabra in the center of the table. The fork was the restaurant’s rune, representing all the good meals that could be had here, and the symbol was etched into the plates and silverware, as well as being stitched into the linens in crimson thread.

Underwood’s prided itself on its excellent food, service, and luxurious trappings, but what I appreciated most was the view. The brick had been stripped from the walls and replaced with floor-to-ceiling windows, letting diners look out over the Aneirin River, which wound through this part of downtown. The shops and lights along the river made the surface of the water glimmer like a silver ribbon unspooling into the black velvet embrace of the night. In the distance, I could just make out the white gleam of the Delta Queen riverboat casino. From this angle, the riverboat looked lovely, pristine even, but like many things in Ashland, what lurked beneath the pretty, polished surface was a different story.

A waiter took our drink orders—whiskey for Owen and a gin and tonic for me—and handed us each a leather-bound menu. No prices were listed on the creamy white pages. Underwood’s was Ashland’s fanciest and most expensive restaurant, the kind of highfalutin place that charged you an exorbitant amount just for drinking tap water—and even more if you wanted a refill. But Finn was paying tonight, so I had no qualms about ordering whatever I wanted and enjoying every single sip of it.

“Too bad Finn and Bria couldn’t make it,” Owen said.

I snorted. “Please. Finn could have put off his meeting if he’d really wanted to. He just didn’t want to sit through dinner and listen to me gloat about how I’d won our contest and ruined his suit. Can’t say I blame him.”

“Well, then, I suppose you’ll just have to make do with my company tonight,” Owen teased.

I reached over and threaded my fingers through his, enjoying the warmth of his skin against mine. “Oh, I think I can manage.”

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BIO INFO:

Jennifer Estep is a New York Times bestselling author. Jennifer writes the Elemental Assassin urban fantasy series for Pocket Books. Widow’s Web, the seventh book, was released on Aug. 21. Visit Jennifer's website for excerpts and more information about her books.


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Elemental Assassin Series

#1 - Spider’s Bite
#2 - Web of Lies
#3 - Venom
#4 - Tangled Threads
#5 - Spider’s Revenge
#5.5 - Thread of Death
#6 - By a Thread
#7 - Widow's Web
#8 - Deadly Sting (April 2013) #9 - Untitled (Sept 2013)



The Mythos Academy Series :
#0.5 - First Frost
#1 - Touch of Frost
#1.5 - Halloween Frost (Inside 'Entangled')
#2 - Kiss of Frost
#3 - Dark Frost
#4 - Crimson Frost (Dec 24th)
#5 - Midnight Frost (Aug 2013)

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Contest Time!

To celebrate the release of Widow's Web, Jennifer is giving away one print copy of the new release! US/Canada only!

How To Enter

Gin's calling card is her spider rune. What would your calling card be? No Answer = No Entry

'Please enter me' posts will NOT be counted as an entry

Earn more entries for each link you place about this contest on the net. You can post on Facebook, Twitter & MySpace but make sure you add links here for me to confirm your entries! However please do not make individual postings for each entry. Please post all your entries in one post.

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You can also earn extra entries by emailing your friends about the contest. Just make sure you send a copy of your email or receipt to me at Amberkatzes_book_blog at gmx dot net.

Make sure you post your links here so I can confirm your entries.

Keep the contests going by using the Bookdepository.com and Amazon.com links/Banners below and around the site.

The contest will stay open until 4pm on Sunday 2nd of August (Central European Time) and the winner will be picked by a randomizer. Entrants should check back to see if they have won. I do not hunt down winners and will pick new winners for any prizes not claimed within 7 days.

Contest Winner Announcement & Contest Reminder!

After a slow start the Jennifer Estep contest still managed to get a few entries! Check out her books! They are AMAZING!

The contest is now over! Let's see who won!

Just a reminder, the prize was :

To celebrate the release of the third book in the Mythos Academy Series, Jennifer was giving away a copy of Touch of Frost, Kiss of Frost and Dark Frost!

So congrats to :

Cheryl!!!

Keep reading to find out how to claim your prize!

Didn't win this time? The Justin Gustainis contest is still open! You have till Sunday to enter!

Also keep a look out for the new Monthly Giveaway! Coming Soon!

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The Mythos Academy Series :

#0.5 - First Frost
#1 - Touch of Frost
#1.5 - Halloween Frost (Inside 'Entangled')
#2 - Kiss of Frost
#3 - Dark Frost (Due for release on May 29th)






Elemental Assassin Series

#1 - Spider’s Bite
#2 - Web of Lies
#3 - Venom
#4 - Tangled Threads
#5 - Spider’s Revenge
#5.5 - Thread of Death
#6 - By a Thread
#7 - Widow’s Web (Due out in August)

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How to claim your prize!

Please contact me via email - Amberkatzes_book_blog at gmx dot eu within the next 7 days to claim your prize. Your claim will go quicker if you send me your address. If you won a contest where you can choose your prize, then please make sure you state in your email which book you would like. This will help things go alot quicker! If you won an e-book please make sure you send me the email address you would like the book sent to!

If you email me and don't get a reply within 48 hours please post on the blog letting me know. Some email gets eaten by my spam filter. However please don't send me more than one email unless you really don't get an answer within 3 days. I am not online 24/7 ;) Sometimes it takes a little longer to reply.

If a prize isn't claimed after 7 days I will, if the author agrees, pick another winner.

Please also note that I can not be held responsible for prizes that come direct from authors. I will check with them for you if you haven't received your prize but I can not hunt down your mail! Any prizes that come from myself could come from a 3rd party eg. Amazon or Bookdepository. If I am sending a prize myself please be aware that it could take a few weeks to reach you as it is coming from Europe.

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Contest Reminder

So I just wanted to remind you guys about the two wonderful contests that are open right now.

After a bit of a slow start (my fault) there is the Jennifer Estep Contest which will stay open till Thursday.

Just enter the contest by answering the question and you could win a copy of Touch of Frost, Kiss of Frost and Dark Frost!

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The Mythos Academy Series :

#0.5 - First Frost
#1 - Touch of Frost
#1.5 - Halloween Frost (Inside 'Entangled')
#2 - Kiss of Frost
#3 - Dark Frost (Due for release on May 29th)






Elemental Assassin Series

#1 - Spider’s Bite
#2 - Web of Lies
#3 - Venom
#4 - Tangled Threads
#5 - Spider’s Revenge
#5.5 - Thread of Death
#6 - By a Thread
#7 - Widow’s Web (Due out in August)

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Then there is the Justin Gustainis contest!

Check out the interview and then answer the question to enter! You could win a copy of his latest release Evil Dark. The winner can choose either a signed print copy, or a digital copy (either ePub or Mobi)

You have till Sunday to enter!

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Occult Crimes Unit Investigations

#1 - Hard Spell
#2 - Evil Dark

Quincey Morris

#1 - Black Magic Woman
#2 - Evil Ways
#3 - Sympathy For The Devil

Guest Blog with Justin



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Jennifer Estep Contest! (includes apology....)

So there is me wondering why nobody has entered the amazing Jennifer Estep Contest and then I noticed the comments option had been turned off!

I am soooo sorry!! I should have noticed sooner!

So please feel free to go enter now and because of the technical error I will leave the contest open a few more days!

Go Enter Now! You could win a set of the whole Mythos Academy series!

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The Mythos Academy Series :

#0.5 - First Frost
#1 - Touch of Frost
#1.5 - Halloween Frost (Inside 'Entangled')
#2 - Kiss of Frost
#3 - Dark Frost (Due for release on May 29th)






Elemental Assassin Series

#1 - Spider’s Bite
#2 - Web of Lies
#3 - Venom
#4 - Tangled Threads
#5 - Spider’s Revenge
#5.5 - Thread of Death
#6 - By a Thread
#7 - Widow’s Web (Due out in August)

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Jennifer Estep Contest!

It is hard to pick a favourite author but one writer who definitely wins a spot in my top 10 is Jennifer Estep! Her books are just to die for and she never disappoints.

On the 29th of May the wait is over for Estep fans. A new installment in the Mythos Academy Series is released. Dark Frost is, like the rest of the series, a great read with an original concept. If you haven't already tried this series or any of Jennifer's books then you are really missing out on an amazing Urban Fantasy treat.

To celebrate the release of Dark Frost Jennifer is giving away a copy of Touch of Frost, Kiss of Frost and Dark Frost! That is all of the full length books in the Mythos Series so far!

Scroll down to find out how to win!

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The Mythos Academy Series :

#0.5 - First Frost
#1 - Touch of Frost
#1.5 - Halloween Frost (Inside 'Entangled')
#2 - Kiss of Frost
#3 - Dark Frost (Due for release on May 29th)






Elemental Assassin Series

#1 - Spider’s Bite
#2 - Web of Lies
#3 - Venom
#4 - Tangled Threads
#5 - Spider’s Revenge
#5.5 - Thread of Death
#6 - By a Thread
#7 - Widow’s Web (Due out in August)

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Contest Details!

US ONLY - Jennifer is giving away a copy of Touch of Frost, Kiss of Frost and Dark Frost!

How To Enter


In the Mythos Academy Gwen Frost uses her psychometry magic to find things. If you had her ability what would you like to find?


No Answer = No Entry


'Please enter me' posts will NOT be counted as an entry

Earn more entries for each link you place about this contest on the net. You can post on Facebook, Twitter & MySpace but make sure you add links here for me to confirm your entries! However please do not make individual postings for each entry. Please post all your entries in one post.

Advertise Amberkatze's Book Blog on your site and get an extra entry for this and every other contest!

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Have you 'Liked' Amberkatze's Book Blog on Facebook?

You can also earn extra entries by emailing your friends about the contest. Just make sure you send a copy of your email or receipt to me at Amberkatzes_book_blog at gmx dot net.

Make sure you post your links here so I can confirm your entries.

Keep the contests going by using the Bookdepository.com and Amazon.com links/Banners below and around the site.

The contest will stay open until 4pm on Thursday 31st May (Central European Time) and the winner will be picked by a randomizer. Entrants should check back to see if they have won. I do not hunt down winners and will pick new winners for any prizes not claimed within 7 days.

67) Dark Frost by Jennifer Estep

The Blurb :

I’ve seen so many freaky things since I started attending Mythos Academy last fall. I know I’m supposed to be a fearless warrior, but most of the time, I feel like I’m just waiting for the next Bad, Bad Thing to happen. Like someone trying to kill me—again.

Everyone at Mythos Academy knows me as Gwen Frost, the Gypsy girl who uses her psychometry magic to find lost objects—and who just may be dating Logan Quinn, the hottest guy in school. But I’m also the girl the Reapers of Chaos want dead in the worst way. The Reapers are the baddest of the bad, the people who murdered my mom. So why do they have it in for me?

It turns out my mom hid a powerful artifact called the Helheim Dagger before she died. Now, the Reapers will do anything to get it back. They think I know where the dagger is hidden, but this is one thing I can’t use my magic to find. All I do know is that the Reapers are coming for me—and I’m in for the fight of my life.

My Review :

Jennifer Estep is one of the leading ladies in Paranormal Urban Fantasy and her Elemental Assassin series rocks big time. I know I felt a little excited and worried when I heard that the author was branching out with a YA series. Would the author manage to come up with something as good as her adult aimed novels? I hoped she wouldn't fall into the cliché trap that so many YA books do. However my worries have slipped away. Now. after three books into the Mythos Academy, I can strongly say that Jennifer Estep is rocking this genre too!

This third installment in the series starts off with a trip to the museum. This sounds extremely boring until some Reapers appear. Within pages the book explodes into a mass of action, destruction and death. It leaves Gwen shocked and with even more questions than before but it is only the beginning of the excellent story that the author, once again, manages to weave for our reading pleasure.

I don't want to give the plot away but I can tell you it is a good one. However any lover of Jennifer's work will know that she always delivers a great story that you can't help but devour as quick as possible. The only problem with her books is the wait till the next tasty dish. if I could live on the delights the author serves up I would never need to eat again. They are always filling and delicious.

Once again I have to mention how much I like the concept of this series. Not only does it have a talking sword and some cool mythical elements but it also has a range of special abilities added to it. Gwen's personal gift is only the tip of the iceberg in this fantasy series that has so much depth to it that you may find it hard to climb back out of the pages.

Worried about this being too YA? Well I wouldn't be if I was you. There is a little romance but the teenager aspect is hardly an issue most of the time and any fans of Jennifer's other work should give this series a try. This series is on my must read list as well as anything else the author writes. I am loving her unique angle on things and her fresh concepts. The genre could have gotten boring if writers like Jennifer Estep hadn't come along!


The Mythos Academy Series :

#0.5 - First Frost
#1 - Touch of Frost
#2 - Kiss of Frost
#3 - Dark Frost (Due for release on May 29th)

140) Kiss of Frost by Jennifer Estep

The Blurb :

I’m Gwen Frost, a second-year warrior-in-training at Mythos Acad­emy, and I have no idea how I’m going to sur­vive the rest of the semes­ter. One day, I’m get­ting schooled in sword­play by the guy who broke my heart — the drop-dead gor­geous Logan who slays me every time. Then, an invis­i­ble archer in the Library of Antiq­ui­ties decides to use me for tar­get prac­tice. And now, I find out that some­one at the acad­emy is really a Reaper bad guy who wants me dead. I’m afraid if I don’t learn how to live by the sword — with Logan’s help — I just might die by the sword …

My Review :

The Mythos Academy series was, for me, one of the most anticipated new series to come out this year. Jennifer Estep is one of my favourite authors and she has yet to disappoint me and I couldn't wait to see what kind of Young Adult series she had to offer. Touch of Frost was amazing and just as unique and special as her Elemental Assassin series. I enjoyed the Mythos Academy debut and was eager to see what would happen next.

Kiss of Frost starts off basically from where we left it after the first book. Gwen is training hard but hasn't really managed to get to grips with anything that could actually help her if her life depended on it. However a small twist in the story and her Gypsy powers begins to change all that and it takes her by surprise as much as it did me. It was a cool new aspect of the story and opens up a whole new playing field for the future.

Otherwise the Winter Carnival was the big theme. It was nice to visit somewhere outside of the Mythos Academy and realise that there are other 'special' schools all over the world. However I was very eager to get to know the Academy better in this second book and was slightly confused about the change of scenery. It turns out to be a nice storyline though and as everything comes together I understood why the author made the trip out of the school and actually didn't mind getting out and about a little.

A great plot comes together in this second book that not only continues on the story from book one but also the history regarding Gwen's mothers death. Some of the revelations and events will had a huge effect on the next book and this has left even more fascinated by this series. Also a nice romantic side plot was an added bonus. I really wonder how that will continue to pan out. I hope book three will be out sooner than later.

In conclusion, a great series! I love Gwen and I am sure you will too. She is a lovely girl that I can't wait to meet up with again. This maybe aimed at Young Adults but this is a definite must read for all Urban Fantasy lovers. If you are a Jennifer Estep fan that you also need to read this series as soon as possible. It is too delicious to pass up on and has no hidden calories! Jennifer really knows how to write a wonderful fantasy filled story that captures your interest and doesn't let you go till the last word. I recommend this one for your Christmas wishlists!

***Kiss of Frost releases later this month!***