An intriguing beginning to a series I definitely plan to keep reading…
Eidolon is an incubus doctor working at Underground General Hospital (UGH). He treats demons, mostly, although early in this story a human — well half-human, she just doesn’t know it — ends up in his ER. She’s a demon slayer whose world is about to turn upside down as she realizes how little she truly understands about the demonic underworld, not to mention herself.
I found the world here to be more intriguing than I expected. I’m usually not into the role-reversal thing where vampires aren’t so bad once you get to know them, but once I set aside my prejudice I found myself captivated by the world this author has created. The characters were interesting, reasonably well developed, and held me captivated. I read this book easily in a single sitting and can’t wait for more.
Like many books that immerse the reader into a complex world, it did take a few chapters to get off the ground. I actually had a bit of trouble right off the bat telling the difference between Eidolon and his two brothers. They were all present in the ER, and the point of view was a little light (not the deep probing viewpoint I myself write and am more often drawn to) so I kept getting mixed up as two who was the main character and what distinguished him from the others. This did ease up. I’m not saying it to discourage anyone from reading, just to say that some books may need a warm up and IMHO, this is one. But I think it’s worth it.
There’s a lot of steamy sex in here, in case the title didn’t tip you off. It’s hard to call it excessive since Eidolon’s an incubus (it’s really part of his nature). But it is pretty hard core, so know what you’re getting into.
If you’re in the mood for adult urban fantasy/paranormal romance, give this a shot. You may find it pleasantly surprising.
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