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Halfway to the Grave

Book 1 in the series:Night Huntress

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'Halfway to the Grave' by Jeaniene Frost follows the story of Cat, a half-vampire vampire hunter who forms an alliance with Bones, a full-blood vampire bounty hunter. Together, they hunt down a group of vampires who are involved in human trafficking for blood. The story is filled with action, humor, and a developing romance between the main characters. Cat's unique background and vulnerabilities blend well with Bones' centuries-old wisdom, breaking down her prejudices and leading to a deep connection between them. The plot is solid with well-paced action, witty dialogue, and a mix of violence and romance that keeps the readers engaged.

Characters:

The characters, particularly Cat and Bones, are well-developed, with Cat being a strong and determined huntress and Bones portrayed as a charming and nurturing vampire.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is humorous and engaging, with witty dialogue that enhances character relationships and blends action with romantic tension.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around Cat Crawfield, a half vampire who hunts full vampires to avenge her mother, encountering Bones, a vampire bounty hunter, and forming an explosive partnership leading to romance.

Setting:

The setting is modern and urban, with a hidden vampire society that intermingles with the human world, allowing for rich lore and mythology.

Pacing:

The pacing is initially slow but picks up significantly, with action sequences driving engagement and romantic tension gradually building anticipation.
The innuendo was blatant and I almost lost my cool. He thought I’d been out sleeping around. An unspoken accusation hung between us, nearly twenty-three years in the making. Just like your mother, are...

Notes:

Catherine 'Cat' Crawfield is half vampire and half human, conceived as a result of her mother's rape by a vampire.
She hunts vampires as a form of revenge for her mother, who despises all vampires.
The character Bones is a vampire bounty hunter, who helps Cat improve her vampire hunting skills.
Cat's relationship with her mother is complicated and filled with dysfunction, making Cat's motivations deeper.
The story blends action, romance, and humor, creating an engaging narrative.
The book explores themes of prejudice as Cat learns that not all vampires are evil.
The series is known for its strong world-building and detailed plot that evolves across multiple books.
The ending prompts a desire to immediately read the next book in the series, showcasing effective cliffhanger techniques.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include themes of sexual assault, violence, and trauma, as it addresses Cat's mother's rape by a vampire, which underpins the protagonist's motivations.

Has Romance?

The romance is a central focus, with significant chemistry and tension between Cat and Bones, culminating in steamy scenes.

From The Publisher:

Half-vampire Catherine Crawfield is going after the undead with a vengeance, hoping that one of these deadbeats is her father-the one responsible for ruining her mother's life. Then she's captured by Bones, a vampire bounty hunter, and is forced into an unholy partnership.

In exchange for finding her father, Cat agrees to train with the sexy night stalker until her battle reflexes are as sharp as his fangs. She's amazed she doesn't end up as his dinner-are there actually good vampires? Pretty soon Bones will have her convinced that being half-dead doesn't have to be all bad. But before she can enjoy her newfound status as kick-ass demon hunter, Cat and Bones are pursued by a group of killers. Now Cat will have to choose a side . . . and Bones is turning out to be as tempting as any man with a heartbeat.

Ratings (159)

Incredible (26)
Loved It (58)
Liked It (39)
It Was OK (20)
Did Not Like (13)
Hated It (3)

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Read It (161)
Currently Reading (2)
Want To Read (53)
Did Not Finish (9)
Not Interested (33)

3 comment(s)

Incredible
3 weeks

(*signed @ 2016 NOLA StoryCon)

 
It Was OK
3 months

I wanted to enjoy this funny little PNR but it became too sexist and racist for me to stomach much of it.

 
Did Not Like
7 months

This was alright. Pretty big focus on sex, sexual inneundo and romance though and I'm not sure it really added anything to the story. The 'I love you's' came out of nowhere and felt insincere, farfetched and unrealistic. Would have been a stronger story if they had just liked each other and dated and let the emotions grow. I didn't really feel like I connected to any of the characters, they all fell like of flat. I liked Bones but Cat was kind of boring. The story itself was average. There were some great lines that had me chuckling but overall lacks depth. Not sure if I'll pick up the next one. 2 stars.

 
 
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