Harvest of the Gods

Oh my goodness, I am simply heartbroken after this book-- but it was a wonderful storyline with so many plot twists. As always, I loved the plot but this book is a companion novel with book 9, Fae Harvest. I read this straight through assuming this book was continued in the next book, but I misunderstood the concept (my fault, as the author was clear- I simply didn't read the blurb properly).Both Harvest books are set in the same timelines and the author suggests when you see the <o> symbol, the reader alternates between the two books. I didn't do this and found book 8, on its own, was a great read and a complete story. I have started on book 9 and finally understood what the author was trying to do with the two separate-yet-entwined sub-plots, and I'm frustrated by lack of forward progression in Fae Harvest because the takes me back to the past events--simply told through Vervain's experiences in Faery, but intrigued to try and alternately read books 10 and 11 (which I've also purchased) as the author intended.

I love the dual story line with books eight and nine of this series, though I was hesitant at first. As Amy suggested, I read the books at the same time, switching from one to the other as Vervain switched realms. I love how Vervain revealed just enough of what happened in the other realm to continue the story, but the same story was not just retold in both books. I was worried that there would be a recap of sorts each time she changed realms, and that might make it seem like less of a bargain, but Amy pulled it off quite well and revealed very little of the parallel story in transition. Since the two stories are intimately intertwined, I can't give much away about the plot, other than to say that things really start making sense about why Vervain has so much power granted to her. Its pretty much a given that I will be reading more in this series and from this author.

Harvest of the Gods is book eight in the Godhunter series. This was a continuation of Vervain and her motley group of friends going after Demeter who's been torchering humans and non humans alike, she's a sick twisted perverse goddess that has taken what's supposed to be good magic and warped it for her evil ways. This book brought me to both joy and tears, ringing my emotions all over the place. Can't give any spoilers, so this is me saying its a must read if you love this series.

Brilliant absolutely brilliant didn't see this coming I was a little scared with the premise of this 2 books but it was so much fun to read Harvest of the gods and a Fey harvest were amazing so much stuff happened what a great refreshing way to move a series further.

Another great book. It is really interesting how mature this character has grown. I especially like that this book is broken up, into two where Vervain does not flip back and forth into Faire and then try to follow that story line. The idea of two books is brilliant. A lot of tears for the loss of an great character but knowing that he might be back keeps me reading to see where this all ends, if it ends. Love this series and Amy Sumida is a great writer and weaver of fantasy. On to the next one, happy reading!