Death by Miss Adventure

by S.G. Tasz

There's a specter haunting Las Vegas--and her name is Adina Venture.

With the power to assume an incorporeal form and track people down through their mementos and heirlooms, AdinaVenture is the hired gun no one ever sees coming. There are no contracts. No conversations. Just gruesome accidents, untraceable and custom-made.

When Adina is accused of killing a valued member of the clandestine magical Order, her history...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CHL7DBDF
• ISBN13: 9798986416649
• Release Date: September 2023
• Publisher: S.G. Tasz
• Length: 366 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.3" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Unique adventure

Adina Venture possesses the unique ability to transform into a ghostly form and manipulate people through their mementos and heirlooms, making her an elusive assassin specializing in untraceable accidents. However, when a magical secret society accuses her of a murder she didn't commit, she becomes magically bound to Chief Inquisitor Levi Breitling until she clears her name. Together, they delve into the hidden depths of Sin City, encountering powerful individuals with magical abilities. As they search for the real culprit, Adina realizes that proving her innocence won't be easy, especially as her connection with Inquisitor Breitling strengthens. Overall rating: 4.8/5 Ratings: 1. **Plot and Storytelling (4/5):** Although I initially found the world-building in the first 10% a bit awkward, lacking sufficient information and feeling somewhat abrupt, the story became thoroughly engaging beyond that point. Once I was immersed, I found the narrative to be captivating and well-told. 2. **Characterization (5/5):** Witnessing the growth of Adina and Breitling throughout the book was a highlight for me. Their development over time, with neither being portrayed as perfect, felt authentic and relatable. The characters were well-rounded and fleshed out, adding depth to the story. 3. **Writing Style (5/5):** SG Tasz's writing style flowed seamlessly, making for an effortless and well-paced read. I found myself easily absorbed in the narrative, thanks to the skillful execution of the writing. 4. **Originality (5/5):** This book felt refreshingly original to me. It introduced a new fantasy world intertwined with our reality, a concept that I found both intriguing and unique. While I've encountered magical realism before, this take on the concept felt fresh and inventive. 5. **Emotional Impact and Resolution (5/5):** The conclusion of the book was outstanding, tying up loose ends while leaving room for future development in subsequent installments. Emotionally, the book had me fully invested, evoking a range of feelings from frustration to excitement to lust. Overall, it was an exhilarating journey that I thoroughly enjoyed. I enjoyed this book, and I could see myself reading it again. It's currently available on KU, so I highly recommend giving it a read. If you enjoyed this book, the second book is available and a third is coming out soon. You may also want to check out A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness. A Discovery of Witches is a magical realism setting with a slow-burn romance.