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Sunday, March 31, 2013

{REVIEW AND GIVEAWAY} EVE OF CHAOS (MARKED #3) by SYLVIA DAY

Eve of Chaos (Marked, #3)Series: Marked #3
Genre: Adult Urban Fantasy
Publisher: Tor Books
Publication Date: 2/26/13
Format: Paperback
Pages: 384
Source: Received from publisher for review

How do you tell Satan that you ran over his hellhound? Evangeline Hollis has no idea and she doesn't want to find out. Living with the Mark of Cain -- and the two sexy brothers who come with it -- is trouble enough. She doesn't need to borrow more. Too bad Satan is too pissed to oblige her. Incensed at the loss of his pet, Satan has put a bounty on Eve's head, and Hell's denizens are converging en masse. The proliferation of Infernals is complicating Eve's hunts and creating chaos in her once orderly life. They've also brought her to the attention of an overzealous reverend who is certain she's Jezebel reincarnate.
How can a Mark drafted by God strike a bargain with the Devil? Eve's about to find out...


Wow. At this point, it is so hard to review this series without spoilers for those who either haven't started or aren't caught up in the Marked series. But let me just say, I freaking love these books!

In the Marked series, Sylvia Day has basically taken the story of Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel... and has created this insanely imaginative and intense series. I love that I have a basic knowledge to reference these characters and their backgrounds on. I love that Day has forced me to stop, take a step back, and look at the oldest story ever through new eyes.  And maybe I'm over thinking things, but I love that I am seeing these characters and their stories, their pains and frustrations, and their choices, through a whole new perspective. 

Now for the characters. Eve is a badass. I love how pragmatic she is. I know that it would be completely realistic and understandable if she was a character who hated her life and whined about it all the time; I know I would. But I love how she has mostly accepted that the insanity is her life, for now, and she has gotten busy with getting the job done. Of course, the insanity is an easier pill to swallow when you have both Cain and Abel willing to lend a hand...

And seriously, these two are just about the sexiest heroes I've ever read. For all of Eve of Darkness and most of Eve of Destruction, I was firmly on Team Cain. He and Eve have a long sexy history and I love them together. The way they "interact" both in and out of the bedroom is steamy and fun. But something BIG came between them in Eve of Destruction, and it pushed her and Abel closer together. Now, don't get me wrong, I wouldn't kick Abel out of my bed (or stairwell) but he's not Cain! He's aloof, well-polished, and doesn't seem to care about Eve... until this book. And now that Eve has gotten to know him better, I'm torn. Both brothers are gorgeous, seductive, protective, smart and dangerous. Both hold a piece of Eve's heart, but only one can win. Who. Will. It. Be?!?

Eve of Chaos was a great addition to the series. There were so many crazy intense scenes, twist and turns in the plot, and insane revelations in the story. This is the ultimate story of Good vs. Evil, with some brilliant shades of grey thrown in. I can't wait to continue this brilliant series.


Favorite Quote:

  "....I should be listening to your body language and not the crap coming out of your mouth. I should toss your ass over the arm of the couch and nail you. Then you'd know this brush-off sh*t doesn't work with me."
  "I wouldn't f*#k you if you were the last man on earth."
  Reed held a hand to his ear. "Did you hear that? That was the sound of the gloves coming off."
  ~pg 80


  He was spurred by the knowledge that this was Eve, the woman he wanted for reasons unrelated to sex. Now she was right where he wanted her--spread and willing, mewling with helpless pleasure. They were in the moment together, connected body and mind. He hadn't known he was alone--an angel who stood apart--until he wasn't alone any longer.  ~pg 135

The Marked Series
(click on cover for GoodReads page)
Eve of Darkness (Marked, #1)Eve of Destruction (Marked, #2)Eve of Chaos (Marked, #3)

 
 
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About the author
Sylvia Day (aka S. J. Day and Livia Dare) is the #1 New York Times and #1 international bestselling author of more than a dozen award-winning novels translated into over three dozen languages. She has been nominated for the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Author and her work has been honored as Amazon's Best of the Year in Romance. She has won the RT Book Reviews Reviewers’ Choice Award and been nominated for Romance Writers of America's prestigious RITA® award twice.
Connect with Sylvia at her website
 
 
 
GIVEAWAY
 
I have a giveaway for you, courtesy of Tor Books. One winner will win their choice of Eve of  Darkness, Eve of Destruction, or Eve of Chaos.
Open US Only
Must be 17+ years of age to enter.
 
 
 


 
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26 comments:

  1. LURVE UF.
    I had the first in this series, but I don't remember seeing it when I redid my bookshelf. Now I'm going to have to go look...LOL

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  2. Oh my yes! Thats praticaly all i read! :D

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  3. Yes, I LOVE IT! Thx 4 the givaway! :) Happy Easter! :)

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  4. Man! Everytime I read one of your reviews for this series it makes me want to pick the first on up right now. But then I look at my reading schedule and kick myself. So great to know that the series continues to be really good, I WILL be picking up the first one soon......ish.

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  5. Glad you are still liking this series!

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  6. Yes, I do like Urban Fantasy, but Paranormal Romance is my favorite. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  7. I haven't read this series but I love that first quote. Love those badass characters you talk about as well. Glad you enjoyed.

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  8. I have never read an Urban Fantasy before however I love Sylvia Day's writing style and this definitely sounds like a good series so I have added to my TBR pile. Thanks for sharing!

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  9. I love Urban Fantasy! I have read most of Sylvia Day's work - but didn't know this series existed! :) I better get on it! ;)

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  10. Love Urban fantasy and paranormal romance! Favorite series is the Hollows series by Kim Harrison!

    Thanks,
    Leanne

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  11. I want to read this series, Andrea! Especially since your previous reviews. I didn't read this one because I don't want to spoil things. All I saw was "I freaking love these books!" Good enough for me. Thanks for the giveaway. :)

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  12. This series sounds great!! I have been wanting to start it, but have about a million other books to read first lol!! Great review!!

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  13. Yes, I love it.
    erma2167@sbcglobal.net

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  14. I do like Urban Fantasy. I prefer to think of the world being a bit different from the one we live in.

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  15. I do its one of my favorites.

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  16. Yes I do! Urban Fantasy and Paranormal Romance are my favorite genres! Thank you for the giveaway!!

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  17. I love urban fantasy because there are always great original characters! Thanks for this amazing giveaway - I would love to win!

    Suz Reads

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  18. This is a new series to me. It sounds really good. Thanks for sharing it!

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  19. I still have to start this series, and ever since you introduced them to me, I have been very intrigued by them. I am looking forward to start them! I'm so glad you really enjoyed this addition to the series and really appreciated the characters! :D

    Awesome review, Andrea! :D

    ~ Maida
    Literary Love Affair 

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  20. I LOVE me some Sylvia Day! Genre doesn't even matter! lol

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  21. Love Urban Fantasy! I started with Hyde and Jekyll by Lauren Stewart.

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