Transplanted Tales, Book 1.5
Synopsis:You reap what you sow…
Saying Nate Grimm has a dark past is an understatement. Fortunately, no one’s bothered to look too closely at the Fairytale Management Authority’s lead detective and part-time Reaper. And that’s the way Nate wants to keep it. For after centuries of torment and loneliness, he’s finally found happiness with the hot and hard-charging love of his life, Tess “Red” Little.
Of course, his love for Tess is the reason there’s a posse of Reaper judges after him, led by a sadistic bastard acquainted with Nate from once upon a time. Now, Tess will pay the price for Nate’s transgressions unless Nate severs his ties to the transplanted Tales–and Tess–forever. His enemy has the advantage in speed, malice and brutality. But the Reapers have underestimated the depth of Nate’s love and devotion. And the fury of his wrath. . .
Review: Nobody knows how to rewrite tales like Kate Serine and it is true that I fell in love with Red. So you can understand my joy when I learned that the author was going to release a novella, featuring my fave characters Red and Nate! I was really looking forward to discover the story and to learn more about the two heroes. Moreover, although the volume is released this month, the story starts at the end of the first one and we can see what the two characters have endured to get to stay together.
We thus find our little couple, but this time from the Nate’s perspective. It was really interesting to find both of them, especially knowing that this is my favorite couple of the series. But it is true that at the end of the first volume, we can’t imagine the consequences of what Nate did, and I must say that there are a lot of them. It is also in this context that a judge appears, to punish our dear Reaper… However, the punishment could be worse than expected and Nate isn’t the only one at stake now but also those close to him. This judge is twisted and has a crazy mind. He is ready to do anything to make pay our hero and he knows about his weak point.
I enjoyed this story because in addition to see my two favorite characters, we also have the chance to learn more about the Nate’s past and I confess that I did not expect that at all. Everything was really good and it was a great surprise to find out as much about him. A new tale character is staged, and I’ll let you discover him, and of course, there are all the characters that we have come to appreciate for our greatest pleasure. A new very good novel that I can only warn you to read, Kate Serine always manages to take us into her world populated by characters we love.
michelle A - Novels On The Run
I started Red a while back, but got uber busy so I had to abandon it to do my other reading for publishers etc. Now I am way behind on this series. Great review! I know this is quite a popular series.
I shall have to make time to revisit Red. I was about half way through. But with blogging if you don’t go all the way first time, chances are it fades into the background of a mountain of books that are on the horizon 😀
Mich
Melliane
I can understand the problem but I hope you’ll be able to go back to it one day, it’s a relaly great series.
LilyElement
I have this one on my TBR, great review 🙂
Carmel @ Rabid Reads
I’ve been tempted to start this series after reading so many glowing reviews for RED. The new spin on old tales writing style appeals to me too. It’s rare that I come across novellas that earn 5-stars, so… Yup, adding ’em to the pile. Thanks!
Melliane
oh you need to try them, they’re really good! I’m sure you can like them!
Jessica @ Rabid Reads
I’m reading Red right now, Melliane, and I really like it. I’m sure I’ll be following up with this one soon!
Melliane
Oh i can’t wait to see what you think of it!
brandileigh2003
Love the sound of Nate and that cover is nice to look at.
kindlemom1
I can’t believe I missed that this one came out, I so need to pick it up today!
Fabulous review. I just know I am going to adore this series!!
Melliane
I love retellings and they’re really well done here! I hope you’ll like as much as I do.
Jenny @ Supernatural Snark
How have I not heard of this series before Melliane!? Now you’ve got me really wanting to meet Nate and Red, so I’m going to go check out book one. Love finding new series to try, thanks for the recommendation!
Melliane
Red is a great book, my fave. Thanks I love to do the same with your blog.
blodeuedd
Maybe if I get red in print one day I will read this series
Melissa (Books and Things)
Between you and Melissa My World you both will have me devouring all of the books by her. Can’t wait to dive in and must get this one!
Drea
I’ve still got to read Red, and wasn’t sure I’d be into a second story featuring them, but your review makes it sound great! Thanks 🙂
Tabitha (Pabkins)
Ok I’m going to have to look up the first book. I like the sound of this Nate fellow. Oh and crazy twisted minds are always a plus =)
kimbacaffeinate
Yes! I love this series Melliane and was so happy to read Nate’s story. SeRine rocks 🙂
anna@herding cats & burning soup
Oh I SO need to try her out. Fairytale Management Authority. ::snort:: I love that!
Amir
I heard so many great things about Red! I do love books with a male POV and this couple seems to have a lot of shippers so I just need to check them out.
I’m definitely adding that on my TBR and wishlist. Great review!
Melissa (My World...in words and pages)
YES!!! I fell in love with Red too. 😀 Kate is amazing at these retells. 😀
Vilia
I absolutely adored the others in the series so I’m going to have to check this novella out – the only downside is that it will probably make waiting for the next full size book really hard.
Melliane
I’m sure you”ll love it as well! it’s so good!
aurian
Great review Melliane, you sure have me intrigued!