Seanan McGuire fans rejoice. The wonder writer who introduced readers to the fantastic world of October Daye is back with a new series that offers another excellent heroine in a unique world that's full of action.
Discount Armageddon introduces readers to Verity Price, a daughter of the famous Price family that has dedicated generations to studying the many strange monsters, bogeymen, demon and other things that go bump in the night. From birth, Verity has been trained as a crytpozoologist, though she'd rather just dance. After getting fed up with her life in Oregon, Verity moves to Manhattan for a year to pursue a professional ballroom dancing career (as in, tango, ramba, salsa, etc.) while finding a way to balance her family duties. Not only does Verity uncover a local nest of dangerous monsters, but find herself being pursued by a monster-hunting member of the Covenant, which would rather kill all the incryptids than try to persevere them. And it doesn't help that he's incredibly attractive.
If you've read Seanan McGuire's October Daye novels, then you'll find that Discount Armageddon has many of McGuire's signature items: fun and quirky storytelling with kick-butt female characters and a unique and engaging world that pulls readers in and doesn't let them go. But fans should know: Verity's story is not nearly as dark as Toby's. In fact, Discount Armageddon offers a lighter approach with a little extra steaminess and a renewed sense of fun and excitement that's a breathe of fresh air to readers. And, I hate to say it, but as much as I love McGuire's October Daye novels, I think that the InCryptid series could overtake it as my favorite urban fantasy/paranormal romance series. Actually, I'll even admit that Verity is already giving Toby a run for her money in the awesome heroine category. Verity could totally kick any bad guy's ass, even in a miniskirt and stilettos.
Though the concept feels a tiny bit awkward and convoluted, it's up to Verity to protect the incryptids of the world while learning to sashay across the dance floor. But it doesn't really help that she works at a local club for discerning gentlemen (read: strip club), that's crawling with incryptids. Verity, thankfully, doesn't work as a stripper, but the head of the establishment still requires somewhat skanky uniforms for servers -to the tune of short plaid skirts, mid-drift exposing T-shirts and way-too-high-heels. And, unfortunately, she ends up running around on rooftops late at night in this ridiculous outfit. Brimming with biting wit, quirky comments, wild occurrences and realistic issues, Verity is probably one of my favorite heroines in literature ever. I love her honest conflicts laced with quirky comments and high-paced action.
Oh, the action. Discount Armageddon is certainly never short on action. It seemed like at virtually every turn there was something new and exciting going on that kept the plot constantly moving forward. And it only helps that this is set in such a unique and compelling world that has a lot of potential to grow into something incredible. And where Toby Daye has started to become a little stale, Verity has swooped in with something truly refreshing and downright fun.
I truly cannot offer enough praise for this book.
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Mina
Great ideas for world building and plot and incredibly likable characters
Reviewed in Germany on August 9, 2018
Mary Heron
An amazing view of the world that is hidden from us humans.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 4, 2017