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Darian has been betrayed and abandoned by everyone who was suppose to love her. Her parents married her off when they got sick of her presence. Her new husband beat her and had affairs. Then one of his lovers, whisked Darian away, turned her into a shaede, then disappeared without a trace. Shaedes of Gray finds Darian all alone nearly a century later, believing she's the last of her kind. But then she goes after her current mark only to see that he's a Shaede, and that she's been set up.

Shaedes of Gray has a pretty interesting set up. Normally shaedes and shaede-like creatures are the side characters or bad guys, so it was interesting to read about one as the main character. Sadly though, I never really came to care about Darian. We get a lot of her history, why she is the way she is, how she got into the assassin business, so it's not a matter of never getting to know her. It's just like I felt detached from her. She pushes everyone in her life away and inadvertently pushed me away as well. She's not unlikable, per say, but she never became someone who I wanted to see succeed.

One thing that had me really excited for Shaedes of Gray was the promise of romance from the blurb. Darian refuses to get close to anyone after she was abused and then left by previous lovers, but it's hard now because she's grown close to her boss, Tyler. He makes his feelings known, and there's plenty of kissing even if Darian won't agree to a relationship. Unfortunately, something about this set up rubbed me the wrong way. I didn't feel that tension of Darian warring with her feelings. And in fact, at times, when she'd tell Tyler she doesn't want him, he says that's okay, then proceeds to kiss her deeply and grope her, I got uncomfortable. I mean, Darian's narrative tells us that she does like him and what he's doing, but she's telling him the exact opposite and yet it still happens.

The plot was pretty typical, not bad, but just nothing new. Darian believes she's the last of her kind, discovers that there's actually quite a few of them and a whole supernatural community. She's brought into shaede society, but fights them every step of the way because she's use to being alone and doesn't need anybody. Then it turns out that she is special, and the most special of special shaedes and the only one who can stop the upcoming war. There's even a prophecy of sorts.

Shaedes of Gray was okay. It didn't fully hold my focus, and I never connected with Darian. The romance was uncomfortable, and the plot was cliche. It did have some stuff that I liked, but not enough to want to commit to the series.


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Shaedes of Gray A Shaede Assassin Novel Amanda Bonilla 9780451235299 Books Reviews

Shaedes of Gray is a great first novel in Amanda Bonilla's Urban Fantasy series, Shaede Assassin. The plot is interesting, well structured with lots of action and conflict. The story is expertly delivered with a gradual recounting of background information, smooth transitions from scene to scene, told at a pace just right for the story.

This story has great characters kick-ass heroine, dangerous love interests, and an array of supporting characters that all have a special role in the story. All are well developed with just the right amount of background information for a first novel in a (hopefully) long series.

Overall, I really enjoyed this novel and would recommend it reading it. If you are a fan of Urban Fantasy, this is one that should go to the top of your To Be Read list.
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About the story...
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Our heroine, Darian, is 100 year-old Shaede who lives as an assassin. Having the ability to become part of the shadows, Darian uses her special abilities to become the best hired killer of the `dregs of society'. She works for Tyler who is the liaison between her and clients requiring her services.

Working exclusively for humans, Darian is unaware that there is an entire supernatural population in Seattle. Everything she knows about Shaedes, their origins and abilities can fit in a thimble. Her maker, Azriel, lied to her for years telling her that they were the only two surviving Shaedes and avoided answering any questions she had during their years together. After he failed to return home one night, she believed him dead and in turn believed she was the only Shaede left in the world.

When Darian was requested to personally take care of a target, Tyler was suspicious, however he agreed. The job set an entire plan into motion that alters Darian's life forever. She discovers that not only do other Shaedes exist but so do many other supernatural beings. And some of those beings are bringing war to the Shaedes doorstep. Darian will be playing a role in this war whether she likes it or not.
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About the Characters...
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Darian has all the characteristics of a trained assassin - fearless, ruthless and emotionally detached. She is also very sarcastic and witty, and I particularly enjoyed her internal dialogue - especially when dealing with the men in her life. Even the toughest of assassins can be vulnerable and Darian has a naive side that makes her susceptible to harm. Her vulnerability is a result of the constant lies told by those close to her. Despite her ignorance of the world in which she lives, Darian is very resilient and handles each situation that is thrown her way the only way she knows how...headfirst and fearlessly.

There are love interests aplenty for Darian. The old adage you want what you can't have is true here. Her indifference to having a relationship with anyone makes her a challenge to all the men around her. Azriel was her maker and lover for 20 years, Tyler (her current employer) is in love with her and has been trying to move their relationship to a new level for years, and her new king quickly becomes smitten. Of course, she thinks they are all ridiculous and gets annoyed at the many episodes of male posturing. The author relays these episodes in the most amusing of ways.
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Bottom Line
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If you are a fan of Urban Fantasy story worlds, kick-ass heroines and sexy supernaturals, I highly recommend you read this one. A little on the lighter side of UF, Shaedes of Gray is a very well written and enjoyable read. The author has created an interesting story world and compelling characters and I am looking forward to the next release, Blood Before Sunrise, on July 3rd.

Happy Reading!!

4 Stars - Really Enjoyed It!!!!
Darian has been betrayed and abandoned by everyone who was suppose to love her. Her parents married her off when they got sick of her presence. Her new husband beat her and had affairs. Then one of his lovers, whisked Darian away, turned her into a shaede, then disappeared without a trace. Shaedes of Gray finds Darian all alone nearly a century later, believing she's the last of her kind. But then she goes after her current mark only to see that he's a Shaede, and that she's been set up.

Shaedes of Gray has a pretty interesting set up. Normally shaedes and shaede-like creatures are the side characters or bad guys, so it was interesting to read about one as the main character. Sadly though, I never really came to care about Darian. We get a lot of her history, why she is the way she is, how she got into the assassin business, so it's not a matter of never getting to know her. It's just like I felt detached from her. She pushes everyone in her life away and inadvertently pushed me away as well. She's not unlikable, per say, but she never became someone who I wanted to see succeed.

One thing that had me really excited for Shaedes of Gray was the promise of romance from the blurb. Darian refuses to get close to anyone after she was abused and then left by previous lovers, but it's hard now because she's grown close to her boss, Tyler. He makes his feelings known, and there's plenty of kissing even if Darian won't agree to a relationship. Unfortunately, something about this set up rubbed me the wrong way. I didn't feel that tension of Darian warring with her feelings. And in fact, at times, when she'd tell Tyler she doesn't want him, he says that's okay, then proceeds to kiss her deeply and grope her, I got uncomfortable. I mean, Darian's narrative tells us that she does like him and what he's doing, but she's telling him the exact opposite and yet it still happens.

The plot was pretty typical, not bad, but just nothing new. Darian believes she's the last of her kind, discovers that there's actually quite a few of them and a whole supernatural community. She's brought into shaede society, but fights them every step of the way because she's use to being alone and doesn't need anybody. Then it turns out that she is special, and the most special of special shaedes and the only one who can stop the upcoming war. There's even a prophecy of sorts.

Shaedes of Gray was okay. It didn't fully hold my focus, and I never connected with Darian. The romance was uncomfortable, and the plot was cliche. It did have some stuff that I liked, but not enough to want to commit to the series.