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I bought this because I like the narrator and I figured it would be a simple story to pass the time.

asylum His father was a monster. Gage was trained from a young age to become a warlock but in a world where the warlocks and witches rule the other races with an iron fist he didn't feel comfortable with the way his mentor and the other inhabitants of the Ivory Towers lived their lives. Rating: 3/5 stars, Meet Gage, a magical tattoo artist trying to remain hidden and alive in a world where elves, faeries, trolls, werewolves, and vampires mingle freely with humans, and warlocks and witches rule the roost with merciless cruelty. What could Jocelynn Drake have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? The world building was awesome and the plot just kept spinning, leaving me in awe and won. In many ways, Angels Ink was better than I expected, but parts of it were disappointing as well. Jocelynn Drake, and others. It was a peaceful, beautiful little fief, far from the dangerous feudal petty squabbles of the Five Duchies, on the world of Callidore. Angels Inkindelibly marks the beginning of something phenomenal and every reader whose tastes run to the supernaturalthose who cant wait to sink their teeth into the latest Patricia Briggs, Carrie Vaughn, Kelley Armstrong, or Jim Butcherwill want to fly with thisAngel. I really wanted to like this book. Access a growing selection of included Audible Originals, audiobooks and podcasts. {var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; No one even dares to question them. Turning his back on his own kind, he left the magical Ivory Tower where cruel witches and warlocks rule, a decision that cost him the right to practice magic. Marguerite Gavin, Narrated by: I got a kick out of this book. This urban fantasy series rocks!J.R. Suddenly, Im being tossed right into the middle of a fight that started years before I was even born, and then I get partnered up with Alastair, a quirky magical Guardian. Those who survive the spire's trials return home with an attunement: a mark granting the bearer magical powers. Which character as performed by Michael Urie was your favorite? Jazz Bashara is a criminal. Hes trying to track down a mysterious murderer in Low Gage is a powerful warlock in Low Town, where elves, faeries, trolls, goblins, and vampires walk free alongside humanity. Its not going to set the fantasy world on fire but its entertaining and quickly paced and I knew what I wanted going. Im the most boring, normal(ish) human ever. I thought the story was a bit scattered and that the characters were a bit underdeveloped.

Books with snarky protagonists are my weaknesses and besides I really dug the idea of a magical tattoo shop. Length: 338 pages Because, yes, there is a love interest *eyeroll*.

The narrator was not good. What I loved most about this was the narration. Refresh and try again. js.src='https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js'; Theyre prepared with ample ammo, practical jokes, and rainbow unicorn duct tape. Something went wrong. I really liked the premise and the plot of the story, but towards the beginning at least, Trixie was really objectified.

We all have. Atticus OSullivan, last of the Druids, lives peacefully in Arizona, running an occult bookshop and shape-shifting in his spare time to hunt with his Irish wolfhound. Cassandra Campbell, Narrated by: Head to the quiet and mysterious Gage, the best skin artist in town. js.id=id; As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. DRAMA DRAMA DRAMA and NO story! Though I was born with the ability to see the dead, I struggled with it until my brother was killed and his ghost was left behind. Things go downhill from here as Gage tries to unmake his mistakes and avoid early retirement for the disappointment of many parties. What character would you cut from Angel's Ink? Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. He is rather attractive and sweet when hes not into the whole woe is me, I cant let myself fall in love with you nonsense. Personally I just dont see the necessity to insert such a clich into the story. Other than that, though, I do like the world shes built with magic and fantasy races in a modern context. However, it was okay. He. The love plot. It was a fun supernatural read. Its not going to set the fantasy world on fire but its entertaining and quickly paced and I knew what I wanted going into this one and it delivered.

If you like someone who sounds like he is always angry, just fed up with everyone he comes in contact with and has no talent for different voices.then you will like this one. Jump into these three adventures as Ward Security employees stop a stalker, take down a hacker, and save a client from a would-be killer. The funny thing is, at the time I didnt have a tattoo yet (but I wanted to have one!) But in a place like Low Town, where elves, faeries, trolls, werewolves, and vampires happily walk among humanity, everything has its price. You will get an email reminder before your trial ends. The superstars of urban fantasy agreeAngels Ink, the first book in Jocelyn Drakes Asylum Tales is a winner! With his advisor, his bodyguard, and his best friend as traveling companions, what could go wrong? rjNNNO{1$TK^* Go ad-free with a FictionDB premium membership. Ad' c;T}@Q$MR[T=%+=;_x*UDORreqK>L)cr'DfIf(?v~8j$2`^5@i(4E4F29Khle%?_{ fgyC?6i4{6k3X,qNa }{P@Kd9?yXRAU3fy^%Df$@-mi*w Terry Mancour. Stand Alone or Series: 1st book in the Asylum Tales What I had an issue with was the plot(s). I especially liked Bronx and Sophie I hope shell get a bigger part in the story later on, because she has an interesting background and Im pretty sure shes a mischievous one. As for the audio recording, first let me say I think the narrator is an excellent voice performer. !function(d,s,id) Adam Mulvaney lives a double life. ISBN-13: 978-0062117854 With a leak at the CIA and a price placed on her head by one of the world's largest arms dealers, Fortune has to go off-grid, but she never expected to be this far out of her element. Meet Gage, a magical tattoo artist trying to remain hidden and alive in a world where elves, faeries, trolls, werewolves, and vampires mingle freely with humans, and warlocks and witches rule the roost with merciless cruelty. There was just one disaster after another. The plot and basically everything about it is standard urban fantasy fare but being a fan of the sub-genre I had a good time with this one. Dont worry. It's a busy little book. The characters were beautifully written, well rounded, and I loved all of them. A gorgeous ghost. //
Welcome back. She sounded like a five year old. Nobody fights the Epicsnobody but the Reckoners. Greg Boudreaux, Narrated by: Trapped into compliance by his past debt, hes tasked with locating a missing girl in San Amaro. Nick Podehl, Narrated by: No one knows that better than Gage. Like yes, shes hot, I get it, but you dont have to constantly talk about her breasts. By: I like the whole concept of magical tattoos and corrupt spell casters fun amok. e6)EIgf"{lf||U7$8GzR'F5'_)F]TH_rGetd|lF hV23dp",5g;p~Y7U?K Life on Artemis, the first and only city on the moon, is tough if you're not a rich tourist or an eccentric billionaire. The Epic who killed David's father. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. If hed done a better voice for Trixie I wouldve given his performance five stars.My problem with the story also has to do with the treatment of Trixie. If I was interested in some steamy scenes, I would have picked a romance book. The thing is, Im not mankind saving material. With incredible gifts came the desire to rule. Probably the most irritating was the main female character. The narrator Michael Urie did a pretty good job impersonating him, and most of the characters. And to rule man you must crush his will. Cancel anytime. by Harper Voyager. That being said, there were a couple of voices that a found VERY annoying, and it is unfortunate that they were pretty big characters. OMG.he made what was supposed to be a sexy little imp speak with a lisp. If I do read the second book I will probably opt to go written over audio. Looking for a tattoo - and maybe a little something extra: a burst of good luck, a dollop of true love, or even a hex on an ex? Release Date: October 16, 2012 {js=d.createElement(s); Angel's Ink was right up there with Kate Daniels and Mercy Thompson. Trixies voice was incredibly irritating. Wed love your help. I made it 32% through this before I realized that no matter how much I, I listened to this on audiobook. I am not going to be continuing the series, it was just too blah for me. Alice Winters. Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), 2018 Reading Challenge Goodreads Reading Challenge Hidden in Pages, 2018 Reading Challenge Mount TBR Reading Challenge Hidden in Pages. For me, this book had great parts and not so great parts. I guess I got it because it was on sale and the blurb seemed really interesting and pretty much had everything that could hook me to a book. Everything is subordinated to cram as many plotlines (and creatures) into the book as possible, while it would have benefited if there was only one or two but those were well rounded out. I can't recommend this book enough. By day, hes the spoiled youngest son of an eccentric billionaire. Nicely done. Mount TBR Reading Challenge. The complete novel that comprises Demon's Fury, Demon's Vow and Inner Demon. I'll let you judge for yourself but I was very disappointed and it possibly could have been a good book, but it wasn't a good audible. Audiobooks arent my main format for reading, so thats not much of a surprise. He has suffered a fate worse than death. Drake puts the ink in incredible.Simon R. Green, Angels Inkis an other-earthly blend of magic and technology in the best tradition of urban fantasy that refused to let me go. y8hFkw_O>>9Y}vM7Z|UVGlV(R(JZT)y$^gONU|afI!H&UGh6UPJ'qp!V+X{jj ]]emr,jsLq !@>_o}i:gZtySNVv{SpYH`=iN'3 c7|`<8Eb{f&sb004@v\@jDO2#y9q?1rI G]4]WBS?@"B+2BM\-U 7q#04GX>061 Y!f(BSPMcCob c&=Y0&z,4DE!b:#p|A*$Gx$kVO3yt)bs(~$+2 UtA{+AVbWoi/{YDG:W"ha!No=gNOkE#_c%#=oMpvI!6RZ%[c`zk=0I {rvyatAqS$tfxf9EK6k=ZzbXb1'v@Vpfy4 fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs); His weak magic has made him an outcast, shadowing his life with self-doubt. ), By: [] Naomi Novik, Narrated by Simon Vance 170. Everything. {"modules":["unloadOptimization","bandwidthDetection"],"unloadOptimization":{"browsers":{"Firefox":true,"Chrome":true}},"bandwidthDetection":{"url":"https://ir.ebaystatic.com/cr/v/c1/thirtysevens.jpg","maxViews":4,"imgSize":37,"expiry":300000,"timeout":250}}, Add to cart to save with this special offer. But, I really liked the narration by Michael Urie. And David wants in. Bright and breezy, with fascinating characters, and a background with hidden depths. If you have any issues with the site, please don't hesitate to contact us. Not to mention: He draws his power from the earth, possesses a sharp wit, and wields an even sharper magical sword known as Fragarach, the Answerer. Because of all these intertwining plotlines the character development really suffers and characters that could be really interesting end up lacking. The story was a pretty good one, but I felt it dragged on at times. Gage was my favorite character narrated by Michael Urie. I could save him, but he would ruin me. That gave this series a little something different to set it apart from the before mentioned books. This book goes towards the following reading challenges: I loved that show and him on it, and I love his narration. Trouble comes knocking on the Asylums door in the face of a young woman with terminal illness, looking for a tattoo to fulfill her last wish. Lander is home to the Hero Certification Program, a curriculum designed to develop students with superhuman capabilities, commonly known as Supers, into official Heroes. Angels Ink (The Asylum Tales, Book 1) by Jocelynn Drake 104. Michael Urie, Narrated by: Did you like this article? It had some really good moments and a lot of everything else, perhaps too much. As this book doesn't come out until October, I read the ARC.

Shifters unable to feel our animals. Using his unique potions - a blend of Dead Man's Deal by Jocelynn Drake continues the dark and dangerous adventures of a magical tattoo artist begun in Angel's Ink. Unfortunately, a very angry Celtic god wants that sword, and hes hounded Atticus for centuries. Five years ago Corin Cadence's brother entered the Serpent Spire - a colossal tower with ever-shifting rooms, traps, and monsters. Share it with your friends! The wizards know Gage is using forbidden magic, and they will stop at nothing - even destroying cities - to stop him and the nascent human uprising.

Where to start? /Rttm%fH~ }kw:w Genre fans who knowand loveDrakes phenomenal,New York Timesbestselling Dark Days novels will be blown away by this dark and seductive new series. I never do, of course, but a girl can dream, right? Lauren Fortgang, Narrated by: Get every new post on this blog delivered to your Inbox. We never really learn about that either. I really liked that it was a male lead too. No respite. The voices he used for other characters were awful with his voice for the character of Trixie being annoying and grating to listen to. Make sure to read this websites Privacy Statement. You are the savior of mankind are the last words I ever expected to hear while nibbling on fries. The continuing Asylum Tales promise to be intriguing and wildly inventive.Kim Harrison, Gritty, authentic and fast-paced! Let us know whats wrong with this preview of, Published Absolutely loved it! Like its all an illusion, a stage decoration. Or about why the warlocks are said to be evil and why they need to practically kidnap young kids who have magical abilities. To be fair I liked the relationship itself, they are good together. The characters were not flat or bland, with both depth and individuality, and the story progressed at a steady pace and never felt too rushed. I tried getting over it, hoping they would eventually grow on me, but even up to the end I couldn't.

He's headed to the top floor, on a mission to meet the goddess. It's different. The Very Best of Charles de Lint by Charles de Lint 171. By confirming your purchase, you agree to Audible's. Jocelynn Drake. All that changes when the spirit of a gunslinger appears in his bookstore with a message that will flip Sages world upside down. As the crown prince of Erya, its only natural that Caelan is sent on a secret diplomatic mission to support one of the kingdoms allies. )bioJY8j >,k+ /WAL#v@DOP@-jO @ 9]QCx%QD@/bP/WxC~cZ.7Ssec4 s5SQ\rSVR,CQ=t. dramatic narrator, great book. With the victims completely drained of their magic, the San Amaro Police Department needs Parkers special skill set to track down a killer. So this is probably a really bad time to cave to feelings hes been fighting for his best friend. Audiobook. The story is written from a first person perspective and I really enjoyed his personification of the MC. Overall this was a mediocre urban fantasy book. And the character Gideon sounded like Clint Eastwood, but I loved loved loved the sarcasm of Gage that was captured. However. According to legend, those few who reach the top of the tower will be granted a boon by the spire's goddess. It really helps to get a feel of the relationships between Gage, Trixie, and Bronx. Goodreads Reading Challenge This book was not what I expected, but was very good. Ward Security is one of the best security companies in the country, even if the bodyguards tend to find love in the most unexpected of places. The first book starts about two years after the prequels end, so having a bit of backstory is helpful in getting to know the characters. When there's a monster under your bed sometimes it really is best not to look., Francesca the Fierce (Under the Covers Book Blog), Free on Nook and Kindle: Angel's Ink (The Asylum Tales #1), Celebrate Science Fiction and Fantasy with Goodreads. Will have to get the second book soon. I dont even have magic (and just found out it exists). By: It's time to take a spectacular reading voyage through the realms of science fiction and fantasy! The voices he used for other characters were awful with his voice for the character of Trixie being annoying and grating to listen to. It feels like the author wanted to add a lot of action and throw in a lot of hardships for the characters to deal with, but it resulted in chaos and too many unanswered questions. I have read urban fantasy, and I have really liked some of it but this was not it. But with the help of his friends, Trixie, a gorgeous elf who hides her true identity, and a hulking troll named Bronx, Gage might just make it through this enchanted world alive.

I found the story's premise to be fresh and original. The beast. if(!d.getElementById(id)) I love the sarcasm. I love tattoos, getting them & looking at them on others as well as sci-fy books so this was right up my ally. or the blog (funny coincidence with the series title, but then I dont believe in coincidences), so I had no idea what a good fit itll be within 2 years, hah! The chemistry between the characters worked well, banters and all. He wants Steelheart - the Epic who is said to be invincible. She shouldve had a sultry voice, not a grating one. Leigh Bardugo. I did enjoy it at the start (and the OCD vampires were a riot), but by the end Gage had completely slid into the TSTL category for me. We are a kingdom locked in time. There were several other situation where character actions and decisions just didn't make logical sense as presented. (You can never have too much duct tape. //]]>, Be the first to ask a question about Angel's Ink. Your mileage may vary, and there are plenty of reasons someone else might enjoy the book more than me. Seriously, I would have just left this whole thing out as it was annoying, and that sex scene was just ugh, a bit too much information. No one can stop them. Shes a pretty major character, so you had to hear that awful voice ALL THE TIME. I enjoyed much of this, but I had a few problems. It was an okay urban fantasy that seemed to pull lots of elements from urban fantasy series that have already been written. Now it's Corin's turn. Source: Swapped through Paperbackswap.com Knowledge is power. This story reminded me a lot of the Dresden Files. Kenneth Obi, Narrated by: This page may contain affiliate links and advertising. John Lee, Narrated by:

1 title per month from Audibles entire catalog of best sellers, and new releases. This is the first book in the Angels Ink trilogy. Things only get more complicated when a very familiar cop asks Parker for his help on a case involving murdered magic users. First off, this was a free book as part of the Free Friday Giveaways on the Nook. It was so much more than that. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the majority of the story, and am glad I did finish it as the ending was well executed, but as curious as I am to see how it it continues I'm still on the fence about picking up the second book. Not when you've got debts to pay and your job as a porter barely covers the rent. Ten years ago, Calamity came. The last dragon shifter. I'm sure the author could have better structured the situation to fit the intended outcome, or better explained a character's motivations. Kale Williams, By: There is a lot of saying and not much showing which makes the world feel like its built out of carton shapes. His neighbors and customers think that this handsome, tattooed Irish dude is about twenty-one years old - when in actuality, hes twenty-one centuries old. I hated his voice for Trixie with a passion though. I was forced to reconsider this author as a seriously good storyteller. The narrator made this less than stellar book worse that it had to be. I mean, she is supposed to be this gorgeous, sexy elf woman whom the MC is secretly in love with, and she sounds like some nerdy high school boy with a lisp. vm gm5l*SNwNd&O! 3 |!M d00K Un, 3qE VL2Ll`k)ug.RltYX:&gC?.hp$Q],K|gp,hC"D9\%Y.KZ{gGr2I W*X[m*L5^M)$730emab~#8f5i3!"Swj"9&lM)X-isS&B-YLg5J: @jcSrh` *,$KUjYX{IZA55|&f|cNonn F3tr -T Angels Ink had been sitting in my Audible library since December 2017, so I couldnt say I was in a hurry to get to it. Luke Daniels, Narrated by:

I liked Gage as a character he is somewhat your typical UF male MC with a quirky attitude, a knack for trouble, a tortured past and a big kind heart. Now he has to find the girl or give up his life. But Epics are no friend of man. You know what I mean? And cheese. Head to the quiet and mysterious Gage, the best skin artist in town. Publisher: Harper Voyager I can't recommend this book enough. [CDATA[ Gage lives a, well, lets call it quiet life, running a tattoo parlor along with his friends Trixie, a beautiful (of course) and mysterious elf and Bronx, a troll who doesnt talk much but knows more than youd think.

She just tried to make too much happen, and as a result, I think the book suffered for it. A war is brewing. October 16th 2012 However, things get rough for him when in one day he draws the attention of the Guardian thats supposed to watch his magic use, accidentally makes a girl immortal..drawing the attention of a grim reaper, and is almost killed by his old teacher. All we know is that we are in a city, and that the world is ruled by warlocks who live in Ivory Towers but why and where the name comes from and a few other questions are never answered. Tillie Hooper, Narrated by: Vampires rule the darkness in a predator-eat-predator world rife with dangers beyond imagining - and its Rachel Morgans job to keep that world civilized. The Asylum Tales (I swear this wasnt an inspiration for my feature) has the potential to be a good series if it gets a bit cleared up and the world itself gets a bit more attention. The majority of the story involves him repeatedly walking a thin line along this exception, constantly performing magic while looking over his shoulder hoping not to get caught, some times in broad daylight. Drake wanted to give a history to all three characters Gage, Trixie, Bronx by dragging their past into the present, but all she managed to do was overcomplicate things and take away the focus from worldbuilding and from her characters to really have time to shine. Genre: Urban Fantasy It started out with a very intriguing premise and world building. This is the first book in the Angels Ink trilogy. Lots of cows. Angels Ink indelibly marks the beginning of something phenomenal and every reader whose tastes run to the supernatural.. Gage doesn't believe that the ability to harness magic makes the warlocks any better than anyone else and he hates the way they treat humans and other supernatural beings with contempt and as little better than insects to be crushed at will. I knew I would finish book one before it even officially came out for sale, which would mean I'd have to wait even longer for book two. The dragon prince. I think I would have enjoyed it more reading it. This one was just okay for me. I am not sure if I'll continue with the series. Noah Holt has spent years dreaming of vengeance for the death of his father, but when faced with his killer, he learns a daunting truth he cant escape. Joel Leslie, Narrated by: Here's the breakdown of my experience. As this book doesn't come out until October, I read the ARC. These Rebel Waves (Stream Raiders, Book 1) by Sara [], [] Naomi Novik, Narrated by Simon Vance 102. If you'd like to get the additional items you've selected to qualify for this offer. Buyer bewareLooking for a tattoo - and maybe a little something extra: a burst of good luck, a dollop of true love, or even a hex on an ex? It was OBVIOUS to even blind people that they were in love, and that the author intended for them to have a relationship, and I dont think it added anything to the story in general that conveniently they started to realise their feelings right around the time we dropped into their lives. Brandon Sanderson.