Dead, Undead, or Somewhere in Between

by J.A. Saare

Book Overview

One bad corpse can ruin your whole day. No one knows that better than Rhiannon Murphy. She's left behind the flash and sass of Miami for the no-nonsense groove of New York City, eager for a clean... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1770650229
• ISBN13: 9781770650220
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Eternal Press
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Enjoyed

You will enjoy reading this over and over again.

What a wonderful surprise!!

This is a really wonderful book with sharp writing and great characters. This is my first book from the author, and boy, am I glad to have stumbled into it. I love the heroine. She has a tough outer shell and a smart mouth due to her rough past, but you can see she's also strong, smart, and has a soft heart. I was a bit hesitant when I first got the book since this is a new author for me, but I was hooked after the first chapter. I'm now a fan, and breathlessly waiting for the next book.

Outstanding Debut to a New Urban Fantasy

[CAUTION MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS] In truth, I didn't have high hopes for this book. I had never heard of this author prior to my purchase but the title drew my attention. I thought this would be about another spoiled heroine, but on the contrary, this book was as fascinating as its title. I was completely entertained and engaged through the entire book, and I love the authors creative view on the origins of the vampires. I know some people have complained about the ending's entirely different focus and cliff-hanger but I found it refreshing and exciting. I am anxiously awaiting the next installment The Renfield Syndrome. I highly recommend fellow dark urban fantasy readers give this book a try. For all the Rhiannon and Disco fans, check out the link on the author's site for the vignette "More Than Words". The scene takes place between the final two chapters of Dead, Undead, or Somewhere in Between, directly before Rhiannon leaves to go to her apartment. I also recommend: Twice Dead Frost Moon Dead Witch Walking (The Hollows, Book 1) Magic Bites (Kate Daniels, Book 1) Master of None

Highly recommended

I believe that this book will sell itself. I am not an ardent reader and a book must catch my imagination for me to venture beyond the first page. "Dead Undead or Somewhere in Between" had me captivated and the author mus be complimented on a fine piece of written work. This is a book I highly recommended and the author can feel proud producing a gripping piece of writing.

Great book with awesome characters!

If you are looking for a book that is great from start to finish this is the book for you! I did not want to stop reading this book at all. I wanted everything to disappear from my life just so I could continue reading it. The heroine of this book is Rhiannon and she is by far one of the coolest female characters that I have read in a long time. The author includes these saying that are called "Rhiannon's Law" that are very witty, clever, and if you think about it, very true. Rhiannon is a force to be reckoned with. She doesn't take any crap from anyone. How cool is that! I love the fact that she doesn't rely on anyone but herself. She mainly is this way because of something that has happened in the past, but, I think it shows how strong she really is. How refreshing is it to see a female character that is so strong willed and in charge of her own destiny. Rhiannon has to deal with someone who has become on of my favorite new characters. A vampire named Disco. Disco is the perfect package, because he and Rhiannon can throw the jabs back and forth to each other and the banter between them is hilarious. He is also drop dead gorgeous and that is something that Rhiannon realizes at the beginning of the book. She is attracted to him but doesn't let it show and that leads to a lot of sexual tension between the characters. Disco also has this sense of power and confidence that I love in a male character. You get to learn more about Disco throughout the book and I loved learning more about his character. We also get to meet other characters that are just as important to the story and just as interesting. All of the characters blend well together to create this realistic world in which vampires live in. There is lots of action and mystery that doesn't leave you bored. There have been many times that I have read a book and wanted the author to just spill the beans to get it over with. Not this book. I wanted it to never end. I was so sad to read the last page because I knew that book 2 of the series, The Renfield Syndrome, will not be out until the late Summer. I don't really think I can convey how much I enjoyed this book. It was well written by this new author, and if this is an indication of how well her writing will be in the future, I for one can't wait to see what she has in store for her readers!

An Amazing Urban Fantasy!

Why do I love Dead, Undead or Somewhere in Between? Let me count the reasons. First of all, there's Rhiannon. She's a smart, kick ass chick who doesn't take any guff from anyone. She can take care of herself, and that's really saying a lot since she sees dead people. She's capable and smart and the kind of girl you'd want to stand back to back with in a fight. Her loyalty, once earned, is to the death. She fights a lot of enemies in Dead, both internal and external, but she always goes down swinging. I can't wait to see what the future holds for her. Next, there's Disco, a badass vampire who could take you out with nary more than the narrowing of his gorgeous eyes and some well-placed thoughts. Strong and powerful, but never cliched, he's the kind of hero every story needs. He's sexy and protective and deadly. Need I say more? Then there's the twists of Ms. Saare's paranormal world. I love vampires, but let's face it, they've been done to undeath. Ms. Saare manages to make her world fresh and new and completely unlike any story I've read before. Her characters leap off the page - fangs bared, in some cases, but in a striking, vibrant way that will leave you clamoring for more. Her level of detail is unsurpassed. One of the things I love about this author's work is her ability to craft scenes that linger in a reader's mind long after they reach "The End." That's especially true here. Her writing sweeps you away. You ache with her characters, you fear for them, you rejoice with them - and in so doing, sometimes you forget to do essential things like eat and sleep. ;) Finally, there's the action! It never stops, and you never get a chance to relax. There is romance here, but make no mistake, this is gritty urban fantasy at its finest. Dead is a non-stop thrill ride from start to finish, and around every turn comes the unexpected. I can honestly say this book took me places I did not expect to go, and I loved every minute of the trip. Since this is book one of a series, I know there's more to come. And luckily, I can always read - and reread - while I wait.