In Review: In Vito Veritas by Karen Chance and Hunt by Rachel Vincent

Released June 7, 2011
Format: Paperback                        352 pages
Publisher: Tor Books; First Edition edition
ISBN-13: 978-0765325778

I'm finally getting around to reading this, even though I've been dying to do so, and before I get complaints, yes, I know there are more than just the 2 stories in this great anthology, but Karen Chance and Rachel Vincent are why I picked up the book and they were all I've had a chance to read thus far. Now time for the actual review.

First up is Karen Chance's In Vito Veritas. It's a Dorina Basarab story, and takes place after the events of Death's Mistress. As always Dorina lands in a bit of trouble through no fault of her own, and the lovely Dhampire quickly thrusts herself deeper, struggling to find a way to outsmart her opponent.

Chance is known for some quick paced and exciting reads, but with her heroine severely battered after her last adventure this book slows down the action just a notch. But that makes it no less fun to read as Dory takes on a Master Vampire in an ultimate drinking contest which ends in a love proclamation that she's kept bottled up tight that's bound to have some fantastic repercussions.

The second offering comes from Rachel Vincent, titled Hunt. Any reason to venture back into the Werecat world, that does not revolve around Faythe and her mind numbing reasoning is welcome, or maybe I'm just a glutton for punishment. This time the focus is on Abby, the young tabby who's not only in college but now a part of hottie Jace's pride.

While out for a run, Abby finds herself in the worst possible situation. Her friends are in danger, which may be all her fault and she has to find a way to deal with the horrific events that took place in Stray and find her inner strength or they're all doomed.

This one isn't one giant tease because it actual delivers a great story. First being thrust back into the werecat world, was like a homecoming, and it takes place in the Appalacian territory which was a nice change of pace, but there wasn't enough Jace. I needed much more Jace, but even without, Abby was a good solid lead, much how Faythe should have been without the stupidity that Marc seemed to have caused her or the irrational decisions she constantly made. Vincent showed just how captivating and enticing her werecat world was, making me long for more, and now I'm just mad I waited so long to read this one.