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Oracle's Moon
Oracle's Moon
Oracle's Moon
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Oracle's Moon

Written by Thea Harrison

Narrated by Sophie Eastlake

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

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When Grace Andreas's sister, Petra, and her husband are both killed, Grace inherits the power and responsibilities of the Oracle of Louisville, as well as her sister's two young children-neither of which she is prepared for. Then Khalil, Demonkind and Djinn prince of House Marid, decides to make himself a part of the household both as guardian and counterpoint to Grace's impudence towards the Elder Races.
LanguageEnglish
Release dateMar 19, 2012
ISBN9781452675299
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  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    Oracle's Moon
    3 Stars

    Not up to Harrison's standards.

    The romance is boring as Grace and Khalil have zero chemistry. Moreover, neither character manages to evoke any sympathy - Grace is an annoying, woe is me type heroine while Khalil is far to alien and other worldly. Their sex scenes are just plain weird and it is completely incomprehensible that an all powerful Djinn, who has no understanding of human emotion, would be attracted to such a nondescript woman. Yes, she has powers as the Oracle but these are underdeveloped and even incoherent at times.

    In terms of the writing, it is difficult to believe that this is the same author who wrote Dragon Bound. Scenes are repeated unnecessarily from Khalil and Grace's different perspectives, which only adds to their tedious and long winded ruminations. There is absolutely no plot or conflict until the last 15% of the book when things finally get interesting but it is too little, too late.

    The kids are cute and the information on the Djinn and the witches is interesting (if insufficient) but this in not enough to compensate for the book's shortcomings. The next installment thankfully returns to Dragos and Pia's story but if it is anything like this then my sojourn with the Elder Races will come to an end.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    I really enjoyed this book as my reentry in to Harrison's Elder Race's world. This is about a Djinn and an oracle. I like that a lot of her characters are not perfect.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I wasn't really sure how I would feel about this book because I wasn't sure I liked Khalil much from the third book in the series. Boy was I wrong, I loved this one, definitely my favorite so far. I loved the amazing character development and the fact that Grace wasn't a rich and famous heroine, she was dirt poor and raising two children on her own. I also loved how Khalil stayed with her through everything and that he lets Grace push his buttons.

    I wish I could put down this book and re-read it again for the first time. The sensual scenes were amazing and Ms. Harrison took time to give each scene true depth and different textures. I loved how the character made love both physically and spiritually and the descriptions of each were spot on.

    I will continue to read this series, it is amazing and if you are a fan of Kresley Cole you will love these books!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Loved this book!
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    So far, this is my favorite book of the series. The jinn and the oracle make great characters and I hope to see more of them in other books.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I wasn't sure what to expect going into this novel. It picks up where Serpent's Kiss left off (I believe it's the morning after the events that transpired at the end of the book). Though this can probably stand alone, I recommend reading Serpent's Kiss first.

    This novel is much more internally focused than the previous books were. While there is outside conflict, it doesn't come to play until later in the book. Mostly we got to see Grace and Kahlil interacting with each other on a daily basis, in a relatively quiet setting. I really enjoyed the slow pace of the novel (it wasn't a slow read, just a slow-paced romance). We really saw them fall in love, which is refreshing from the romances that only tell us a couple has fallen.

    Grace was a strong character and a great counter for Kahlil with his arrogance. Kahlil softens toward Grace and her children as the novel wears on, and his compassion and tenderness worked to underscore his alpha-ness. Harrison writes great strong male characters who are well balanced with the softer emotions.

    Another winner. This series just keeps getting better.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Listening to audiobook.

    I liked this one best since Dragon Bound. The banter between Grace and Khalil was great. I'm excited to see the next book brings back Dragos and Pia, I really miss those two.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Read for Fun (Paperbook)Overall Rating: 4.00Character Rating: 4.25Story Rating: 3.75First thought when finished: Not my favorite in the series but still pretty darn entertaining!Story Talk “Screw pretty. I'd rather be strong. Pretty fades over time. Strength gets you through the bad shit.”― Thea Harrison, Oracle's Moon I went back and forth on how I felt about this book the entire time I was reading it. I felt that the journey of the Oracle was great but the romance didn't catch with me till half way through. I do like that this was a strong woman becoming stronger as she accepted her new place in life. This was a story of gumption, perseverance, and love of family. In other words, I still recommend Oracle's Moon even it wasn't my favorite in the series.Character Talk “I did not know I needed grace until I met you.”― Thea Harrison, Oracle's Moon Even though I didn't fall in love with the romance till halfway through--I did like both leads very much. I thought Grace was the woman I always hope to be. She was willing to do whatever it took to take care of her niece/nephew, fulfill her family obligations, and deal with her injuries from a family tragedy. She just was the epitome of a strong woman. I thought Khalil was a wonderful protector and how he was with the kids melted my heart. When I finally started falling in love with their love story, I was really happy with the way it went.Final Thought: I loved the end of the book Khalil made me giggle!
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Review Courtesy of Dark Faerie TalesQuick & Dirty: A story of an inhumanly powerful being finding love; a very “human” experience. Full of magic, prophesy, danger, and story time with two adorable little children.Opening Sentence: Attracting a Djinn’s interest is generally not considered to be a good thing, Grace.The Review:In the fourth installment of The Elder Races series, Oracle’s Moon, we stray away from the Wyr society that has been the focus of the past three books and get to learn more about a very interesting race, Demonkind. Or should I say specifically, the Djinn. I must say that, although I truly enjoy the Wyrs, I was more than ready to learn about some of the other members of the Elder Races. The Djinn, part of the Demonkind demesne, are nothing like the genies told of in numerous fairy tales. These guys are more like the original genie, or djinn, in Arabian Nights; spiteful and cruel and always willing to make a bargain.We start off, toward the end of the last book, outside the Oracle’s house. Rune just saved Carling’s life by killing the one that tried to harm her. By inter-demesne law, the Oracle’s home is considered a sanctuary for all supernaturals and no violence can be done on or around the property. Grace Andreas hasn’t had the oracle power for long; she inherited it after the untimely death of her sister and her husband, and has never seen someone killed before, let alone in a place that is seen as sacred land. With her foundation rocked, she not only has to deal with the trauma from the event but the repercussions as well. She is the caretaker of her very young niece and nephew. What would happen to them if something happens to her? How can she keep them safe?After the car accident that took the lives of the former Oracle and her husband, Grace is left with a bad knee, two children, a boat load of debt, and an unimaginable gift of prophesy. The oracle’s power is passed down through each generation of females in her line until, at last, there is only her and the two kids left in her family. Grace shows remarkable strength of character in her dealing with all of these sudden changes in her life. She went from being a semester away from getting her degree to being a mom and spiritual leader of the witch community. How can she possibly keep up with everything and still make time for herself? How can she even consider having a life of her own when so many people rely on her to guide them?Khalil, a Djinn prince, is very old and powerful in his own right. So why is he hanging out with a cranky human and her two kids? Even he doesn’t know the answer to that himself. He offers Grace an unimaginable gift, protection for her and the two children. But does she understand the extent of the gift he offered? Heck no, she yells and him and tells him to butt out. For a being that has never been human, doesn’t have the slightest understanding of how they work, he can’t seem to walk away. He is intrigued for the first time in centuries, darn Djinn curiosity, and nothing Grace says will get him to go. Will he uncover the secrets of this human, this Oracle? Can he learn to feel for these mortals? What will it do to him, in the long run, to love those that live for so short a time?Both Khalil and Grace do not get along in the beginning. She doesn’t have time to deal with him and his “antics” and he can’t understand why she is so impetuous. After a time, the two of them become friends, and eventually lovers. They grow close though shared experiences and develop a grudgingly respect for one another. They also bond over the children, as most people without a lot of common ground usually do. Kids are cool like that. It’s hard to stay back emotionally around kids that worm their way into your heart when you’re not looking. Khalil can no more resist a four-year-old’s soulful-eye plea for story time than he can take his next breath. Little girls have been wrapping unsuspecting males around their little fingers for EVER, so I don’t see how a Djinn had any chance to get out of it.But none of that will matter if the Humanist Party has anything to say about it. They are a group of extremist witches that are lobbying for the expulsion of all “non-humans” to Other Lands. The Oracle’s power can jeopardize all their carefully laid plans to take over the witch’s council. How far are they willing to go for their cause? Would they be tolerant of a Djinn helping out “their” Oracle? Would they rather destroy her than watch her consort with the enemy?With all the financial troubles plaguing Grace, it’s no wonder she fails to recognize the threat to her and her family. An unknown villain is stalking her and the kids. Can Khalil protect them, or will he fail like he did with his own daughter? Will his past come back and hurt those he has come to love? What will the witch’s and other Djinn think of a mating between the Oracle and a powerful demon prince? Will they be able to stay together, or will they be torn apart by bigotry?Thea Harrison has created a fantastic new world. If you haven’t already added this series to your TBR pile, do it. Ms. Harrison weaves together the elements of love and magic into a tapestry of soul shattering beauty that even those of us skeptical of happily-ever-after can sigh, dream and believe again.Notable Scene:She woke with a start, her heart hammering. Her clothes were clammy with sweat. The sun had shifted and she was alone in the living room. The television was off. SO many things were not right with the scene, but before she has a chance to panic, she heard Max and Chloe giggling in their bedroom.“I want you to be a doggie now,” Chloe said.A male voice said, “But at the moment I am a cat.”Grace knew that voice. She had only heard it for a brief time, but she would never forget it. It was the voice of the Bane of Her Existence. It sounded deep and clear, with a kind of purity that somehow hurt the heart, and it held the power of a cyclone.It belonged to a creature whose whirlwind arrival on her doorstep had heralded confrontation and violence.And the killing.And it was visiting with her kidsThe Elder Races Series:1. Dragon Bound2. Storm’s Heart3. Serpent’s Kiss3.5 True Colors4. Oracle’s MoonFTC Advisory: Berkley Sensation provided me with a copy of Oracle’s Moon. No goody bags, sponsorships, “material connections,” or bribes were exchanged for my review. I only get paid in hugs and kisses from my little boys.