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The Midwestern resort town of Pemkowet boasts a diverse population: eccentric locals, wealthy summer people, and tourists by the busload—not to mention fairies, sprites, vampires, naiads, ogres, and a whole host of eldritch folk, presided over by Hel, a reclusive Norse goddess.
To Daisy Johanssen, fathered by an incubus and raised by a single mother, it’s home. And as Hel’s enforcer and the designated liaison to the Pemkowet Police Department, it’s up to her to ensure relations between the mundane and eldritch communities run smoothly.
But when a young man from a nearby college drowns—and signs point to eldritch involvement—the town’s booming paranormal tourism trade is at stake. Teamed up with her childhood crush, Officer Cody Fairfax, a sexy werewolf on the down-low, Daisy must solve the crime—and keep a tight rein on the darker side of her nature. For if she’s ever tempted to invoke her demonic birthright, it could accidentally unleash nothing less than Armageddon.
New York Times bestselling author Jacqueline Carey is the author of the critically acclaimed Kushiel’s Legacy series of historical fantasy novels, the Sundering epic fantasy duology, and postmodern fables Santa Olivia and Saints Astray. Jacqueline enjoys doing research on a wide variety of arcane topics, and an affinity for travel has taken her from Finland to China. She currently lives in west Michigan. Although often asked by inquiring fans, she does not, in fact, have any tattoos.
As with most people, my time is at a premium. But, I felt I had to take the time to spread the word on Jacqueline Carey's "Dark Currents". When I hear of a new Urban Fantasy series, I will admit, I cringe. Most often, what you get is a Paranormal Romance where the main character is, quite suddenly and without prior experience, able to make a Navy Seal run in the other direction or a book where there are no surprises and you can lay out the plot for the rest of the book after reading the first three chapters. What you get with Carey's new offering is a character who falls down alot, but you will find yourself cheering for each time she gets back up and a plot that will keep surprising you even as it draws you into her world. This is best first book of a new series that I have come across in quite a long time. It will be well worth you time. Can't wait for the next one.
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Posted November 21, 2012
Our Review, by LITERAL ADDICTION's Guest Reviewer - Tanya C:
Dark Currents by Jacqueline Carey is the first book in her new series
Agent of Hel and it quickly became one of my favorite books of 2012.
Each character played an important part in the overall story but
Daisy, the main female character was by far my favorite because she
kept things from getting too serious with her sense of humor. The main
male character Cody evened things out with his alpha male personality.
I loved the relationship between Daisy and her mother because it was
so easy going and they almost seemed to be more like best friends
instead of mother and daughter.
This book has almost any paranormal/supernatural being you can think
of which is just one of the reasons I found it to be such an enjoyable
book. Most books of this genre focus on one paranormal/supernatural
being but Jacqueline Carey has given us an incredibly well written
book with these amazing characters you can't help to like. Another
thing that I thought was great was the fact that the story focused on
the case instead of a potential romance. I found that to be refreshing
and very different. The pace of Dark Currents was just right and
Jacqueline Carey made sure that the mystery lasted throughout the
entire story.
LITERAL ADDICTION's Guest Reviewer gives Dark Currents 5 Skulls.
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Posted October 26, 2012
I have read all of Jacqueline Carey's books and expected nothing short of another excellent and exciting read. What a remarkable writer Ms. Carey is and will continue to be. This book is different that the former books written in my mind but still unique in the type of books I read. Can't wait until another Jacqueline Carey novel is ready.
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Posted October 26, 2012
I picked up Carey's other series, the Kussel's Dart ones, and I could not get into them. Simply couldn't but I thought I would give this one a try and it is completely different! I started with the sample and I love this one! There are so many dimensions to these characters and I love the idea of it. A great read!
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Posted October 26, 2012
Okay story. Okay characters. Just okay. Finished it. Doubt if I will read any subsequent books.
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Posted April 5, 2013
Very different from her Kushiel books, but so good. She created this world that is so different from any other and I'm starving for more. Maybe the lead vixen can get some action next go round..
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Posted April 4, 2013
I felt drawn in and unable to put down even when needing sleep. WELL developed character, not the average plot and there is the want need for more. I didn't end up with a YA feeling.. I am way over YA `s that are way to mature for ages..
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Posted March 16, 2013
This series is easily one of my favorite series of all time. The story, characters and the manner in which Ms. Carey works them continuously makes me giddy every time I see another of the series coming out. I am eagerly awaiting the next installment.
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Posted March 15, 2013
Loved this story.
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Posted December 21, 2012
Enjoyed the book, but was always attempting to reconcile this books writing with other works by this author. This is more of a young adult book in my mind and if you are looking for a work similar to the Kushiel series or the Saint's series, you might be disappointed.
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Posted December 12, 2012
Yes, that was a imposter. We are still at breezy. Stupid imposter. >:( ~Poppystar
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Posted December 9, 2012
"Echowind, that isn't poppystar. Our leader is still at our old camp." His black fur was on end. "That is an emposter!" †*† DH
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Posted December 9, 2012
She nods uncertainly. "Okay. I hope the locked-out glitch is gone."
~€chowind
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Posted December 9, 2012
Walks in but goes into the forest he sees a waterfall
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Posted December 9, 2012
Waits patiently.
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Posted November 20, 2012
Once again JC ruins me on other authors! Each time I read another one of her fabulous books, I spend weeks afterward unable to engage in another book, and this one is no different.
While unlike the Kushiel series, it still contains all the elements I count on from her writing. Wonderful character development, amazing command of language, well paced story....all present in this latest offering.
Buy it....you won't be sorry!
RAE82
Posted November 11, 2012
Can't wait for the next one. Hope there will be more.
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Posted October 17, 2012
Hello?
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Overview
The Midwestern resort town of Pemkowet boasts a diverse population: eccentric locals, wealthy summer people, and tourists by the busload—not to mention fairies, sprites, vampires, naiads, ogres, and a whole host of eldritch folk, presided over by Hel, a reclusive Norse goddess.
To Daisy Johanssen, fathered by an incubus and raised by a single mother, it’s home. And as Hel’s enforcer and the designated liaison to the Pemkowet ...