Title: Shrinking Illusions
Series: Hounds of Hell, #12
Author: Flynn Eire
Genre: Paranormal
Length: Novella (129 Pages)
Publisher: Supernatural Script Inc. (May 26th 2015)
Heat Level: Explicit
Heart Rating: ♥♥♥♥♥ 4 ½ Hearts
Blurb: Some decisions change more than history, and for one archangel, Chamuel, he lives with the heartache of that choice. Sent to Earth to find out information, he encounters a gorgeous man who distracts him from his task and ends up being his normal grouchy, egotistical self.
Anastasius Yale fought to stay at the estate where his brother was rescued to. Not related by blood, their bond is just as strong, especially after losing their parents. So when a narcissistic archangel shows up demanding answers and throwing salt in old wounds, he has no problem telling the guy off and hopes never to see him again.
Then again even a psychologist needs a guardian angel to heal a wounded heart.
Actions have consequences though, and when rules aren’t explained first, a night of passion ends with an unknowing pledge and tough choices ahead. Can Anastasius look past the archangel and simply see a man he might be able to give his heart to or will he let his old resentments banish Chamuel to a life without him?
ASIN: B00YCYDSCW
Product Link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YCYDSCW
Reviewer: Lisa
Review: Each book in the Hounds of Hell collection features a different romantic couple. To enjoy the overall story arc and crossover characters, I would recommend reading the series in sequential order.
I love the way Flynn can put together a book that not only fascinates you but draws you in. I had a blast reading this and look forward to reading more by one of my favorite authors.
I came across Flynn’s books about a year ago and I was fascinated with the world she brought out and the characters. It didn’t take long before she became one of my top five favorite authors and I automatically buy her books.
The only problem I had with this series and this book is the dialog comes at you and part of the time you are just trying to keep up. Through most of this book I had trouble figuring out who was talking. It does get a bit confusing at times, but for me it doesn’t take away from the story itself just keeps me on my toes.
Anastasius is a doctor of the mind, and has worked hard at it. When his brother was taken by hellhounds to be protected, he fought to be able to stay with him. He has a lot of strength in him, but he comes off a bit strange to me. He has some issues and makes Chamuel hurt because of it.
Chamuel is an angel who decides where the evil souls are to go in the end. He hates his job but he loves his father. However he has not had many chances to be around humans that were not being judged. When he met Ana he wasn’t so sure what to think but sure did come off as an ass to the man. Then he found out that Ana was his mate, and he about blew a gasket. It would seem his mate thought the same. However when it came down to it, his mate had to make a tough decision that could end their mating.
There is something about the way that Flynn tells a story that will not only draw you in and keep your attention the whole time, but it will more than likely have you laughing your ass off at parts of it. The characters are beautifully written with big hearts, however if you cross them, they have no problem putting you down. They will protect their loved ones with their entire lives
. I love the paranormal tone and the little bit of twists that come with it. I had never really thought about a story that not only has angels in it but hellhounds also. When one thinks hellhound, they think evil and death. Now granted they were originally from hell and they can kill who they think need to die, these guys are different.
Now even though there is a bit of angst with each character, which at times can drive a reader nuts, there is very little danger. I want danger to be put into my stories. These are love stories and shows their steps. However there is the reason they are together missing though. I want the danger coming for them so that the mates can be protected. Other than that I had a blast reading this story. It caught my attention from the moment I started reading and kept it all the way to the end. It also gave me everything I could want in a book.
I can honestly tell you that this is going to be one of those types of series. One that I will have to read over and over. I love the way all the feelings they felt was involved in this story. It was almost the perfect story for me and I loved it. I can’t wait to read the next story. When Flynn puts out a book I am usually there to eat them up. Trust me it will keep you laughing, crying, loving and having fun.
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