Again, I enjoyed the story. However, the way Johansen writes can be difficult for me to follow at times. ( )

I give up on this series. What started out as an interesting and entertaining, I believed, realistic look into the life of a forensic sculptor has turned into some kind of sci-fi, paranormal, fantasy 14 books later. I sensed it happening a few books back, but I wanted give Iris Johansen a chance to sway me. I gave this book 82 pages before I had to throw my hands up in the air and cry UNCLE. As much as it pains me to not finish a book, I have to with this series. So, even though I may never find out how Eve survives her latest ordeal, I have to 'break up' with this author. ( )

I got this and was a couple of chapters in when Affliction came in from the library. Much stronger pull there to read. Finally got back to it while camping and was sucked in. Can't wait for the final book in the trilogy. ( )

I liked this book better than the first in the series, but it still isn't as good as others she has written. I will read the last book to see how the series ends, but then I will take a break from Eve Duncan books and I think the author should also. This is the continuation of Eve's kidnapping and the people in her life trying to find her. She's still in Colorado and she gets help from an unexpected person. Bonnie is still helping and that is getting old. Luckily, these are quick reads and you can get on to the next book. ( )

Read from September 30 to October 05, 2013

Listened for Review (Brilliance Audio)
Overall Rating: 4.25
Story Rating: 4.00
Character Rating: 4.50

Audio Rating: 4.00 (not part of the overall rating)

First Thought when Finished: Hunting Eve gave me an ending that I never would have guessed!

Story Thoughts: One more book in the series y'all (she writes these in trilogies so even though it says this is book 17--you can start with Taking Eve Book 16 and not feel lost)! I am seriously jonesing to get my hands on it but I am going to try for a little restraint since it is on its way! If you are a fan of the series then I don't think you will be disappointed with Hunting Eve. Everything is coming together, things are happening, and the ending will leave you with your mouth hanging open. Iris knows her characters and what they will do in extreme situations. Needless to say that Hunting Eve was one big extreme situation that had everyone (and I do mean everyone) involved! I am on edge to see how it all plays out!

Character Thoughts: I love the characters in the Eve Duncan series and I would be hard pressed to pick a favorite. Here is what I think you need to know about them (in general): The characters all have "Fringe" abilities. They are normal people with extraordinary senses, abilities, or personalities. They sometimes play well with each other, sometimes they don't. They all came together in a very organic way and some of them are still building trust with each other. This truly is a group effort even though the series is "Eve Duncan". I happen to like them all and love how they accept their own talents but are always weary of others.

Audio Thoughts:

Narrated By Elisabeth Rodgers / Length: 10 hrs and 59 mins

I love Elisabeth's narration of this series. She really does "get" each character (there are a ton of them) and makes them each unique. Her pacing is really good too. Her male voices are pretty good and have grown on me through out the series. Overall, I highly recommend this series on audio. Please try a sample before buying as everyone has different tastes in narrators.

Final Thought: My ordered copy of Silencing Eve should be on the way soon. I can't wait to see how it all comes together! ( )