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High Voltage

Book 10 in the series:Fever

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'High Voltage' in the series 'Fever' by Karen Marie Moning follows the protagonist Dani as she navigates through dangerous situations while her body undergoes mysterious changes. The story delves into the relationships between characters like Dani, Ryodan, and the Nine, exploring themes of love, power, and self-discovery. As the plot unfolds, the battle between Fae, old gods, and mortals intensifies, revealing unintended consequences of past actions and challenging the characters to confront their vulnerabilities.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, reflecting growth and complex emotions, particularly Dani's transition and Ryodan's vulnerability.

Writing/Prose:

The writing combines emotional character studies with action, offering rich details about the world and character development.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot centers around Dani and Ryodan as they navigate a brewing conflict between Fae and humans, while deeply exploring their relationship, although interactions are sparse.

Setting:

The setting retains its fantastical Dublin backdrop, enriched with expanding lore and character dynamics.

Pacing:

The pacing begins slowly but accelerates midway, culminating in an emotional and action-filled conclusion.
“I SMELL BONES!” SHAZAM EXPLODED, whiskers bristling with excitement. “Bones everywhere. Thousands and thousands of them! You take me to all the best places, Yi-yi!” He slanted me an adoring look befo...

Notes:

High Voltage is the 10th book in the Fever series by Karen Marie Moning.
The story focuses on Dani O'Malley and her relationship with Ryodan.
Readers were disappointed by the limited interactions between Dani and Ryodan, especially since their romance was highly anticipated.
Dani has grown from a precocious 14-year-old into a confident and powerful woman.
The book explores themes of growth, love, and belonging, particularly for Dani.
Dani's past traumas and her evolving character are central to the story.
There are emotional twists, particularly involving Dani's relationships and her inner struggles.
Ryodan's character is highlighted as a powerful protector who is deeply in love with Dani.
Many pieces from previous books were tied together in this installment, providing a sense of closure on ongoing plots.
Some readers expressed frustration at the book's slow pacing in the beginning but appreciated the character development that followed.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book contains medium-level triggers/content warnings, addressing themes of trauma, violence, and loss.

Has Romance?

There is a medium level of romance in High Voltage, particularly characterized by the evolving relationship between Dani and Ryodan.

From The Publisher:

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

Immortal Faerie and ancient feuds, secrets and sacrifices-a thrilling new chapter in the bestselling Fever series begins, featuring Dani, Ryodan, and other beloved characters, as they battle to save Dublin from the rising of a terrifying evil determined to enslave the human race.

There is no action without consequence.

Dani O'Malley was nine years old when the delusional, sadistic Rowena transformed her into a ruthless killer. Years later, Dani is tough and hardened, yet achingly vulnerable and fiercely compassionate, living alone by her own exacting code. Despite the scars on her body, and driven by deeper ones carved into her soul, no one is more committed to protecting Dublin. By day she ensures the safety of those she rescues, by night she hunts evil, dispensing justice swiftly and without mercy, determined to give to those she cares for the peace she has never known.

There is no power without price.

When the Faerie Queen used the dangerously powerful Song of Making to heal the world from the damage done by the Hoar Frost King, catastrophic magic seeped deep into the earth, giving rise to horrifying, unforeseen consequences-and now deadly enemies plot in the darkness, preparing to enslave the human race and unleash an ancient reign of Hell on Earth.

There is no future without sacrifice.

With the lethal, immortal Ryodan at her side, armed with the epic Sword of Light, Dani once again battles to save the world, but her past comes back to haunt her with a vengeance, demanding an unspeakable price for the power she needs to save the human race. And no one-not even Ryodan, who would move the very stars for her-can save her this time.

Praise for High Voltage

"A romance wrapped up in a thrilling sci-fi novel-what more could you want?"-PopSugar

"If you've never read a Karen Marie Moning book before, you're missing out. Her heroines alone are worth the read. . . . Despite being set in a dystopian world filled with magic and fae, the obstacles that these characters go through are very much humanlike. . . . Cannot wait to see where [she] takes this series next."-Under the Covers

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About the Author:

Karen Marie Moning is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fever series, featuring MacKayla Lane, and the award-winning Highlander series. She has a bachelor's degree in society and law from Purdue University.

 
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