Otherworld Stories, Book 3
Synopsis: Rare and never-before published short stories featuring fan favorites from the New York Times bestselling series
It’s been more than ten years since Kelley Armstrong began the Otherworld series and drew legions of fans to a realm roamed by witches, werewolves, necromancers, vampires, and half-demons. Many of the novels have become bestselling favorites, but not all of the Otherworld adventures have been easy to find. At last, Otherworld Nights shares short stories that have previously been available only online or in obscure collections. Fans have long been clamoring for this anthology and they won’t be disappointed—they’ll find plenty of surprises are in store.
Review:
Demonology
An interesting story about Adam and his childhood, how his mother managed the fact that he was changing, without knowing what he was exactly. It was touching to see how she fought to help his son and to understand him. 4/5
Twilight
I really did not remember Cassandra but it’s a pretty sad story that the author presents here. A young woman who can no longer live by killing and who is looking unconsciously for an end. Yet the man with her, the man she betrayed once, is doing his best to keep her alive. 4/5
stalked
I already had the opportunity to read this story and my review is here. http://www.betweendandr.com/2012/07/11/the-hunter-and-the-hunted-by-kelley-armstrong/
Chivalrous
I did not know Reese as I have not had a chance to read all the volumes of the series but it was interesting to get to know him, to experience his youth and see what he had to go through and we must say that nothing is simple for him here. 4/5
Lucifer‘s Daughter
A little story about Hope (I do not know about her either) and Karl, two people with different abilities. A half-demon and a werewolf who will have to manage an escaped spirit. 3/5
Hidden
Oh I loved this story. It is longer than those presented earlier and features Elena, Clay, their children and the entire band. It was a real pleasure to find them all for an unusual Christmas. A Christmas where the kids will understand who they really are and where Clay and Elena will have to protect their families and investigate two brothers. A very good story full of emotions. 5/5
From Russia with Love
Another very good story with all the characters we love and two years after Hidden, presenting us how Elena became Alpha. I completely fell in love with her two little kids and I am curious to read more novels to find them again. 4/5
Vanishing Act
This time we have Savannah, Adam, Paige and Lucas. Kelley Armstrong presents a survey where all our characters appear, and a misunderstanding that occurs between Savannah and Adam about their relationship. 3.5 / 5
We find here some beautiful stories and I was happy to discover more about the world of the author. A good discovery.
I only ever read the Elena books…
I was anxious about the others but they’re good, you should try them. But that’s also why I haven’t finished the series yet as well.
I didn’t have a great time with the first instalment in the series, but I found myself really loving this anthology. It was completely unexpected and I’m happy I gave it a go! I’ll probably give the whole series another try at some point.
Glad you loved it as well, Melliane! 🙂
I’m glad you gave it a go and finally loved it!
I lost track of this series somewhere along the way, but I have a copy of the anthology and I absolutely can’t wait to read it. I’m glad you loved it, it makes me feel better about reading it.
I’m also really behind in this series, I need to read book 7 I think.
Good to hear the majority was so great. Love Armstrong.
I can’t wait to read this. I love Kelley Armstrong. I read everything she puts out there. Great review.
I’m sure you’ll have a wonderful time as well
I have only read her YA series but I loved it. I really need to try one of her adult books.
I need to read her YA series.
I have read some of Kelley’s series but Otherworld wasn’t one of them. I tried but it wasn’t for me then. Anyhow I’m really glad that you have enjoyed more or less all the stories. Great review, Melliane 🙂
at last you tried it, it’s already a good thing.
I still haven’t read anything interesting by this author but everyone seems to love her so I really need to give her a shot!
oh you should try!
I don’t usually read anthologies, but it sounds fun, and I think I’d love From Russia with Love most. 🙂
I don’t read a lot of them but I couldn’t resist this one
I love short story collections based on a series I like. I’ve never read this one, but Demonology and Twilight sound good.
Wow, those are all pretty high ratings for each story and I love Armstrong, so adding this to the list. Sounds fantastic! Thanks for the review hun 😀
This is so on my list, I read the first and want the rest
I’m painfully behind on this series and I do love it. I so need this book to add to my collection. It sounds like a great collection of stories!!
Oh wow. So many stories! I’m terribly behind in this series like Melissa. I think I’m at book 8?!
I think I’m at book 7
have not read anything by this author yet >.< but keep hearing wonderful things, I really should. Glad you enjoyed this one 🙂 I am not a big fan of Anthology books, but they have their purpose
I see this author so many times that I think her name has been imprinted in my mind already O_O I really need to start this one! The mythology stuff is enough to convince me. 😀
Faye at The Social Potato
I’m usually very nervous about reading UF anthologies, but this sounds like one of those rare gems that every single short story in it is a strong one.