by Kristi Charish
Series: The Adventures of Owl #3
Genres: Urban Fantasy
Source: Publisher
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The third exciting novel starring the unforgettable antiquities thief Owl—a modern-day “Indiana Jane” who reluctantly navigates the hidden supernatural world. From the pen of rising urban fantasy star Kristi Charish (Owl and the Japanese Circus) and for fans of Kim Harrison, Jim Butcher, Jennifer Estep, Jenn Bennett, and fantasy lovers everywhere.
The International Archaeology Association (IAA) is responsible for keeping all things supernatural under wraps. They’re also responsible for ruining the promising archaeology career of Alix Hiboux, better known as Owl.
Needless to say, Owl’s still a little sore about that.
Just to keep Owl’s life lively, the IAA has opened a bounty on the two designers of World Quest, the online RPG that is much, much more than it seems. Owl needs to locate the notorious gaming duo before the other mercenaries do. But finding the gamers won’t be easy since every clue points to them hiding out in the legendary lost city of Shangri-La. Not to mention that the last time Owl and the game designers spoke, their conversation didn’t exactly end on the best note…
Meanwhile, undercurrents of supernatural politics are running amok in Tokyo, dragging Owl and her friends into a deadly game of wits with an opponent who calls himself the Electric Samurai. The cost of losing? All-out civil war between two powerful supernatural factions.
OWL AND THE ELECTRIC SAMURAI by Kristi Charish is the third book in the Adventures of Owl series. Filled with danger and double-crosses, Owl and her trusty sidekick Captain face of mercenaries and the IAA as they battle to stop a supernatural war. Filled with snark, zany characters and excellent adventures Charish delighted me with this action-packed tale.
Owl dubs the suit of armor the Electric Samurai, and I loved all the tidbits we uncover about it during Owls quest. Her cases cross when her search for the missing designers has her hunting for the legendary lost city of Shangri-La. Intense and action-packed, with a few twists, including an unlikely ally, kept me flipping the pages. Owl once again has to handle betrayals, deals and outsmarting supernatural entities and beings. While Owl still makes rash decisions and leaps head first we do see listen and accept help from others.
Owl is a modern day Indian Jones who finds herself collecting antiquities for Mr. Kurosawa, a red dragon who owns and runs the Japanese Circus Casino in Las Vegas. In this third installment, Owl finds herself contracted out to the Elves to retrieve a supernatural suit of armor. The IAA wants her to locate the missing designers of World Quest, and the IAA has merchantries on her tail. Such is the life of Owl. Thankfully she has Rynn, her succubus boyfriend, Captain her supernatural sniffing cat and others like Nadya. Let us not forget a certain World Quest elf named Carpe, who almost got them all killed in the last book.
I absolutely love the characters in this series from a bitter and fanged snake to Captain the cat who kills me with his antics. The romantic thread is kept to a minimum which isn’t surprising considering all of the trouble Owl finds herself in. It was fun to see them work side by side, or should I say, watch Rynn try to keep Owl out of trouble.
While each book features a new adventure or quest, there is an overall story arc, character growth and more that make it essential to read or listen to these books in order.
Nadya wasn’t present as she is off in Tokyo dealing with power plays. This was an interesting thread that teases us unmercifully, and I am anxious to know more. Maybe we will learn more in the next book, OWL, AND THE TIGER THIEVES. Thankfully we won’t have to wait long as it releases on September 25th of this year. Charish left us with a cliffhanger that has me counting down the days!
OWL AND THE ELECTRIC SAMURAI delivered all the elements I love about this series and each book is a little stronger than its predecessor. Light, fast-paced and humorous I totally recommend the Adventures of Owl series to fans of Indiana Jones, quests, and urban fantasy.
Owl and the Electric Samurai by Kristi Charish delivered action, suspense and plenty of snark. #urban #fantasy Share on X
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Jennifer
I have the first book on audio. I need to move it up and listen to it already!
kimbacaffeinate
Yeah, I started before realizing audios would be forthcoming. These are a lot of fun!
Katherine
I’ve been wanting to read this series since I saw your review for the first one! I’m glad to see it’s just as enjoyable in book 3. Now I need to actually read it! How can I exist an Indiana Jones type character? This sounds amazing!
kimbacaffeinate
The series is a lot of fun Katherine.
The Bibliophile Babe
I’ve been debating picking this series up. May have to give it a try over the summer!
kimbacaffeinate
Perfect timing as book four releases in September.
Sophia Rose
So much on Owl’s to-do list. LOL. I love that she’s the female Indiana Jones’ type. I look forward to the series.
kimbacaffeinate
It is a lot of fun Sophia!
Michele
Heidi put this on my ‘Mckenzie list’; but seeing how much you both enjoyed this third installment, I know I need to read this, too.
kimbacaffeinate
Oh yes…I think both of you would enjoy this.
Angela Adams
“a modern-day “Indiana Jane” who who reluctantly navigates the hidden supernatural world” — love this concept. Thanks for the post!
kimbacaffeinate
The series is a lot of fun Angela and offers travel from the comfort of your couch.
Angie
I read the first book in this series and then let it go. I’m not sure why, because I enjoyed it. I need to pick it back up.
I’m glad to see you enjoyed this one. 🙂 Nice review.
kimbacaffeinate
You aren’t far behind and have a little time to catch up before book four.
Tanya
This sounds fascinating! I’m definitely adding #1 to the TBR, but I’m not a fan of cliffhangers so I will wait until the next one is out before I start this series!
kimbacaffeinate
I feel you, Tanya. I have a love-hate relationship with them.
Mary Kirkland
I’ve now read several reviews that recommend this series. Sounds good.
kimbacaffeinate
This is such a fun series, Mary.
Heidi
I enjoyed this one, but I was also bothered like you with the whole Nayda Story line. I hated the cliffhanger!
kimbacaffeinate
Right. I am just glad we don’t have to wait too long for the next.
Angela
I’ve heard of this series. It sounds like fun. I’ve got book one on my TBR. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the book and series. ^_^
kimbacaffeinate
You need to catch up over the summer, then you will be good to go for the next book!
Kim
I just picked up my copy and can’t wait for this latest installment. I’m curious about this new thread and love the sound of Owl’s newest adventure in lost city of Shangri-La. I’m crossing my fingers for more romance and the unlikely ally.
kimbacaffeinate
Enjoy Kim. It was quite the adventure!
Rita
I’ve been eyeing this author. How creative and original this series sounds! The UF plot, the Tokyo setting, wow! Sounds like it’s a hoot to read. Glad you enjoyed it.
kimbacaffeinate
We travel everywhere with them Rita. It is a lot of fun.
kindlemom1
This really is a fun little action packed series isn’t it? Something different if nothing else!
kimbacaffeinate
Yes, it is unique. I love all the travel, myths and snark
sherry fundin
Haven’t heard of this author before. Thanks for introducing me to her work.
kimbacaffeinate
I could see you really enjoying these Sherry.
Debbie Haupt
I’ve seen you review the others in the series Kim and they look really good. Ah the age old dilemma of too many choices and not enough time to read. 🙂 But its a good dilemma
kimbacaffeinate
I feel your pain.
Stephanie
This sounds like an excellent series to get involved in. I’ve added the first one to my wish list. I love it when you can get excited about all the characters in a book and not just the main characters. Secondary characters are kind of my thing. 🙂
kimbacaffeinate
I am glad you added it. I have had a lot of fun with Owl.
Ailyn Koay
wouldn’t mind reading about this Indiana Jane and her snarky comments..
kimbacaffeinate
This is a fun series.
Cindy
I love Indiana Jones and a modern day female version has me wanting to read this one. Great review, thanks for sharing.
kimbacaffeinate
This series is a grat combination of suspense, mystery, and humor Cindy.
blodeuedd
Omg that end, omg
kimbacaffeinate
Right. I was all like NOOOOOO!