by Darynda Jones
Series: Charley Davidson #12
Genres: Urban Fantasy
Source: Publisher
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Grim Reaper Charley Davidson is back in the twelfth installment of Darynda Jones’ New York Times bestselling paranormal series.
Ever since Reyes escaped from a hell dimension in which Charley accidently trapped him, the son of Satan has been brimstone-bent on destroying the world his heavenly Brother created. His volatile tendencies have put Charley in a bit of a pickle. But that’s not the only briny vegetable on her plate. While trying to domesticate the feral being that used to be her husband, she also has to deal with her everyday life of annoying all manner of beings—some corporeal, some not so much—as she struggles to right the wrongs of society. Only this time she’s not uncovering a murder. This time she’s covering one up.
Add to that her new occupation of keeping a startup PI venture—the indomitable mystery-solving team of Amber Kowalski and Quentin Rutherford—out of trouble and dealing with the Vatican’s inquiries into her beloved daughter, and Charley is on the brink of throwing in the towel and becoming a professional shopper. Or possibly a live mannequin. But when someone starts attacking humans who are sensitive to the supernatural world, Charley knows it’s time to let loose her razor sharp claws. Then again, her number one suspect is the dark entity she’s loved for centuries. So the question becomes, can she tame the unruly beast before it destroys everything she’s worked so hard to protect?
The first thought I had when I ended The Trouble with Twelfth by Darynda Jones was OMG I have to wait a whole year for the final book!! For fans, this will be the longest year, for those not yet in the Charley Davidson fandom, you have a whole year to catch up. That is one book a month..totally doable.
The Trouble with Twelfth picks up right where Eleventh Grave In Moonlight left off. Reyes insisted on doing a dangerous task, got trapped and now has returned. Only he is all smoke and brimstone. Charley being Charley tries to fix it while juggling her PI work, helping Amber and Quentin start their own detective agency and save the world. Yep, we are going to need coffee, lots and lots of coffee.
Charley finally reaches out to Garret and confesses that Reyes has gone feral. Together with Osh, they come up with a plan. No pressure, oh and God intends to send an army to end Reyes. I loved seeing Charley take on God, come up with a plan to save her husband and juggle multiple murder cases. I swear she never sleeps and still manages to find humor in everything from naming boobs, to tormenting Osh.
For fans, we were rewarded with new tidbits, and some were jaw-dropping. Still, others made me laugh until I had tears. Feral Reyes and Charley Tango as she tries to devise plans to bring him back. It was both frustrating and seriously hot. Nothing with these two is ever dull.
Jones brought a mix of emotions forth from me as I read. I laughed, grasped my e-reader, held my breath, and cried. Scenes with Garret were hilarious, some freaky and oh my gosh moments but I loved them. Osh continues to be a favorite, but he was pretty subdued.
The story was fast-paced, and I enjoyed all of the different threads from Charley helping a friend to events concerning a few spirits. I tried to savor the story, even forced myself to set it down, but still devoured it. I think that only happened because I knew we would get another cliffhanger..and we did. The story came together brilliantly but Lord I need the next book now!
The next book will be the final book in the Charley Davidson series, and I plan to read it while sequestered. I am planning a survival kit now. October 2018 cannot get here soon enough! You have a year to catch up..now grab all of the books. I am planning to listen to one book a month beginning in November.
The Trouble with Twelfth Grave by Darynda Jones- 5 cups of coffee #urban #mustread Share on X
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MarthaE
I will pick this up but am not rushing since there will be a wait for the last one. I’m am glad this was a fun read for you.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Kimberly
I envy your ability to wait 🙂
Danielle Chapman
Loved this book so much I finished it in less than 24 hours. I devoured it. I hate that the next book is the last one. I want to read it so bad but then I don’t because I don’t want this series to end!
Renee (Addicted To Romance)
These books sound incredible. I plan on starting it towards the beginning of next year. I am pretty excited especially upon hearing that this series is going so strong.
Kimberly
I will be sad when it ends. So many of my favorite Urban Fantasy series are wrapping up in 2018 🙁
kural
nice
Nise'
I had the same response and almost threw my Kindle across the room! What a cliffhanger.
Carole @ Carole's Random Life in Books
I have got to start reading this series! I love the fact that you are giving the 12th book 5 stars! I need more time to read 🙂
Kimberly
What?? Heck yes, you need to read this Carole! Brilliant, hilarious and the characters over some of my favorites.
Laura Thomas
I have the first 3 books. I figure I’ll try to read one a month like you suggested. yeah…right! LOL I’ll probably gobble them up and go buy the rest all at once.
Kimberly
LOL, I am not a series binger. but if you can do it, go for it!
Jennifer
Mmmm….. wait for audio from library or use Audible credit. I think I’ll wait for the library copy and save that credit for something I can’t get from the library. LOL
Kimberly
I’ve been slowly picking them up..lol
Angela Adams
Great read by the fireplace on a chilly Halloween night! Thanks for the post.
Kimberly
Yes, laughter, suspense and a few swoons
Sophia Rose
Oh my glands yes! I was all over the place with this one from laughter to nearly tears. I’m not sure I can handle it that we are on the last book… though there is Beep and Osh still. 🙂
Great review, Kimberly!
Kimberly
Yes, I am holding on to the Beep books and not thinking about this series ending
Debbie Haupt
Oh Kim I have totally fallen off the Charlie Wagon and it’s time to climb back on! I only skimmed the review because, well because I’m only on book 3!!!!! 😉 ps I’v got a certain trailer trash zombie high on my pile 😉
Kimberly
LOL, tough choices Debbie!
Mary
I haven’t started this series yet. One day I will.
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Kimberly
Ooo i think you will love it. Happy Halloween my friend.
Nina
I love that you adore this series! I hate it when I have to wait a whole year for the next installment in the series. Probably one of the biggest reasons why I marathon TV shows. (especially The Walking Dead)
Kimberly
Well, now you can binge read one a month and be ready for the final book.
Geybie's Book Blog
The series has been on my TBR list for months. Yay, you make me more curious now with this book. Awesome review, my friend. ❤️
Kimberly
Now Geybie…you know you need to trust Christy and I.. *winks* You should totally be reading these!
Heidi
I held off reading this because I had to have the audiobook version which I just got today. I am excited to hear there is lots of Garret. I adore Garret.
Kimberly
Oh my goodness…I wish I could watch your face when you listen..lol. I am beginning a re-read via audio.
Jenea's Book Obsession
It’s sad that the series will be ending soon, but to know that it still so amazing this far in, makes me want to read it even more!
Kimberly
One of my top ten UF series Jenea.
Stormi Johnson
I have listened to the first two and I really need to get the next one as it’s such a fun series.
Kimberly
Yessss… and soon Stormi!
Tanya @ Girl Plus Books
I’ve heard such awesome thing about this series! And it’s always so impressive when a series remains so strong after a dozen books. Kudos to the author for managing to keep it fresh and exciting. Waiting for the next (final) book is so hard! I felt that way after finishing the most recent book in The Others series a few months ago. At least I dont have to wait another year like you… only till March. 🙂
Kimberly
If it weren’t for more books I would have cried like a baby when The Others ended. I love that series and hope the next settlement is just as good.
Tanya @ Girl Plus Books
I am super excited for the next book in The Others series but the GoodReads synopsis has me a little concerned that all our favorite characters won’t be the focus.
Kimberly
Yes, it will be a different cast, but we may get updates.
Barb (boxermommyreads)
I really need to pick this series back up. I think I read the first two, maybe three but really liked them. Hope you find the final book a satisfying conclusion,
Kimberly
Ooo you have time to catch up Barb!
Tanya @ Rantings of a Reading Addict
That cliffhanger KILLED me! I don’t know how I’m going to manage to wait, but yet I don’t want it to be the end either. I’m torn. Loved, loved, loved this book!
Kimberly
I feel your pain!
Quinn @ Quinn's Book Nook
I keep meaning to read more of this series. I’ve only ever read the first book, but I liked it so much. So glad to see you’re still enjoying it, 12 books in.
Kimberly
Not that I haven’t said so in my review, but you have plenty of time to catch up before the final book *winks*
Blodeuedd
I do want to read it but at the same time I feel so, meh, so many books, it should end
Kimberly
I am addicted, but one more Linda and its all over 🙁
Ailyn Koay
a year to catch up means 1 book a month, I can deal with that =d now only I have to ask my library for it.
Kimberly
Exactly!!
Silvia
I’ve just left a comment on Melliane’s blog about this book, and now here you are with more amazing thoughts!! I SOOOO want to catch up with this series, I think I seriously need to rearrange my reading schedule :-/
Kimberly
You really must!
kindlemom1
I can’t believe we have to wait so long to see what happens next. I know either way, I won’t be ready for this fabulous series to be over.
Kimberly
Nope. The only thing keeping me from losing it is the spinoff with Beep.
Nadene
Wow! Now i definitely need to read this series.
Kimberly
Oh, my goodness yes Nadene.
Christy LoveOfBooks
I’m probably going to cry like a freaking baby while reading the last book. My heart hurts already.
Kimberly
Agreed.