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I had heard such amazing things about Karen Ann Hopkins before and I have always wanted to try one of her books, but I didn't think I should start with the Amish series Temptation because I wasn't sure that would be my thing. As soon as I saw Embers though, I knew I had to get in on that book. The cover grabbed my eye instantly, and the fact that Embers was said to be a dark and gritty paranormal was more than enough to make me super excited about it. And now I can say that I know what everyone was talking about. Not only was Embers a great story, but Karen Ann Hopkins is a phenomenal writer. Her writing really makes a story, and especially the character jump right off the page.

Embers is first and foremost a story about Angels. But I am super happy to report that Karen's angels are her own. This was unlike other angel books that I have tried. The line between good and evil was not always so clear, and it made the story so unique and interesting. Ember herself was a treat. And this is also where Karen Ann Hopkins writing started to really impress me. You can tell so much thought and planning went into the character development for all of the characters. Ember was so fleshed out and real. She could have walked right off the page, which might have freaked me out a bit considering the world she was coming from. Just sayin'. But I would like to meet someone with her power. She has an afinity for fire and the things she can do are wicked cool.

The romance was a little light for my liking, but there was so many other things going on that you don't even really notice that it was on the lighter side until you are done with the book. I was so drawn into this world, I want the next book in my hands right now. (and I also want some more romance in the next one, but with all of the solid foundation work she did here, I think that will happen as the series unfolds.) I know angel books are hit or miss for a lot of people, myself included. I have read some that worked for me and some not so much. But Embers was  a hit! Even if you are not a fan of angels, I would urge you to try Embers. There are tons of twists and turns to keep you guessing, the take on angels is  different and the book really did feel dark and gritty, like it was pitched to be. It was such an interesting mixture. I can't wait to see what comes next in the Wings of War series.

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