This book could change EVERYTHING!

I held off on the fifth book for the sole purpose of evading the cliffhanger, yet here I am experiencing exactly what I wanted to avoid—a horrible hangover that’s going to last five months. Ok, so I know it’s bad form to start a review off by talking about the ending, but holy geez how can I not? I mean… the series just completely changed directions because of one revelation! I always feel like Darynda Jones leaves readers with more questions than answers, and that’s the case yet again with SIXTH GRAVE ON THE EDGE. As usual, this installment is packed with so many plot threads that trying to figure out how Lorelei King managed to cover them all in under 10 hours just might make your head explode.

It’s been a while since I’ve mentioned the entertaining quotes this author uses at the beginning of each chapter, so it’s definitely worth repeating. Jones also takes it a step further in this installment with the addition of hashtags which I LOVED! Then there were the countless references to Charley’s coffee addiction that always make me feel like we’re sisters-from-another-mother. All of the spork jokes cracked me up too! The author also delves deeper into the powers of the reaper, and if you thought Davidson was badass before, just wait until you learn what other tricks she has up her sleeve. And then, there’s the mystery surrounding the prophesies, the daughter of light, and the twelve. Yes, we get some answers, but mostly it’s just more questions.

Charley’s got her hands full once again in this installment with a naked dead man riding shotgun in Misery, her on-going child abduction case, Reyes’ looming question, and then there’s The Dealer. Ooh, and of course let’s not forget that Angel’s true past comes to light, there’s news on the Mr. Wong front, and in the midst of all this chaos Charley is also playing matchmaker to Cookie and Ubie. Needless to say, life as the Grim Reaper is never dull! But, leave it to Reyes Farrow to totally eclipse the entire action packed story line with his hot self. I love how far his and Davidson’s relationship has come through the course of this series, and I think the ending of this book will be a step in the right direction for them, even though the world might not agree.

When it comes to audiobooks I consider myself somewhat of a slow listener, but I had no problems finishing SIXTH GRAVE ON THE EDGE in a day thanks to Lorelei King’s exquisite narration. Her pitch is perfectly suited for Jones’ writing style, and her voice couldn’t be any more CHARLEY DAVIDSON if she tried. You can tell that she’s having a blast while in the studio recording these, and that really comes through in her performances. It doesn’t matter whether it’s an action or sex scene; King always gives it her all which is why pre-ordering this audiobook was a no-brainer.

SIXTH GRAVE ON THE EDGE ends with a big surprise that will leave you reeling in the possibilities. I’m telling you, this could change EVERYTHING! #holyshit

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Fantastic As Always!! Funny Too!!!

WOW!!! This addition was so good and so funny!!! I have truly enjoyed this book all the way through... I laughed so hard during this book and almost cried at other parts. It was and emotional ride.

So much character development in this book, and i guess not a single character was spared here... So many things happened, so many changes.

You would never guess how it will end here, but its ending was really good... and I can't wait to get the next book!!! AMAZING!!!!!

Narration is good as always... Really big fan of Lorelei King

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One of My Favorite Series!!! 6 STARS all around!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes Yes Yes! But sadly not many of my friends that are avid readers as I am are very interested in paranormal books. But I have told them this is the series to start.

Who was your favorite character and why?

This is a hard one. I think it's Cookie in most of them, definitely in this one because sh just cracks me up with everything that comes out of her mouth.

What does Lorelei King bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Her delivery is spot on. Her voices are perfect. She's perfect.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed throughout this entire book. I alway do with this series.

Any additional comments?

worth the credit. I listened to this one straight through.

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Probably my last

Is there anything you would change about this book?

I would get rid of the constant sarcasm... Is Charley likeable? The sarcasm, and lame jokes are beyond annoying. And we get it, Reyes is good looking... the redunance of bring this to light is overkill, and the overuse of the word hashtag was like counting cars on a passing train.

What was most disappointing about Darynda Jones’s story?

This could be a wonderful series. The potentional is amazing... BUT... and this is a big but! Most of the characters come to life... But Charley seems to watch life from a stage... disengaged, viewing her life as a huge joke, almost as if the life really belongs to someone else, someone she doesn't particularly care for. Then she procedes to detail Charley's life with the attitude of a bad stand up comic.

Have you listened to any of Lorelei King’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Lorelei King is the only saving grace in this listen.

Did Sixth Grave on the Edge inspire you to do anything?

Yes... write this review.

Any additional comments?

I have read the other books in this series. I guess this one was the straw.

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I really wanted to like this one. . .

I've been on the fence about this series since the beginning and the thing that keeps me coming back is Lorelei King. She's a wonderful narrator and I cannot say enough good things about her. There are a lot of cliffhangers in this book. There is nothing wrong with well written cliffhangers, but the sub plot with her father didn't feel like a cliffhanger as much as it felt like something that was going to go somewhere and then ended up getting edited out. I'm guessing there will be more about him in the next book? Charley's inner monologues also drive me nuts. They drive me nuts because in some of them she sounds smart and on the ball, while in others she sounds like an absolute idiot. I'm on the fence about the next one. I'm just not sure.

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You SO have to read this book!!!

Would you listen to Sixth Grave on the Edge again? Why?

Yes. I have listened to the whole series more than once. It is so entertaining and the characters are so fun! Charlie Davidson is my hero. Think I'm in love with Reyes with Swopes as the runner up. Angel is a typical teen, Artamis is fun, Cookie works so well with Charlie, and the list goes on!

What other book might you compare Sixth Grave on the Edge to and why?

I can't....never read anything like this series. This is a contemporary, fantasy, romance, mystery, comedy and more.

What about Lorelei King’s performance did you like?

I FEEL BAD FOR PEOPLE WHO READ THE BOOK VERSION BECAUSE LORELEI KING BRINGS EVERYTHING TO LIFE! Seriously, Charlie's character would not be as endearing and fun if you don't have the full inflection of her quirky thoughts and sarcasm.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

"I'm in love with the son of the devil and don't have any regrets...he'll do the right thing...eventually. Being with him may destroy the universe, or give satan a free pass to this world, but I totally got this."

Any additional comments?

If you have not read this series, you need to-from 1st Grave on the Right all the way through to this one. The books are fun and VERY entertaining, upbeat and sarcastic, but the subject matter makes for a great mystery aspect. The main character is a strong female who is such a good person, but she is embroiled in the most dangerous people/creatures. I can't say enough about this series. TOTALLY WORTH IT !!

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It just keeps getting better.

Once again Darynda Jones and Lorelei King are a power house duo. The story continues on from the 5th book bringing back the favorites but introducing new characters. I hope this series never ends. I always love the way Charlie Davidson blends her personal story with her investigations. I always look forward to the beginning to each chapter to hear the latest bumper sticker or T-shirt. I would totally wear theses t-shirts. DJ is my all time favorite writer. Her stories never get old or played out. Her style of story line of the life of a grim reaper is original and the humor is just top notch. Cant wait for the next book. For now I think I am going to start the series over and enjoy it again…..and place an order for some t-shirts on her web site.

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3 1/2 stars rounded up.

This series is good but certain elements are getting old. I would like Charlie's snark to mature just a bit. The constant off topic tangent banter is getting old. Especially as the story line gets more complicated and dark. At first it was an entertaining break, now it's just pulling me away from the plot. And please, for goodness sake, can she stop naming everything. Having her boobs named Danger and Will Robinson was cute at first, but having their reaction to her having sex is just disturbing.

I actually like the plot and most of the writing. Lorelei King does an OK job. As always, her voices are limited to you still have flashes of her characters from other books breaking thru.

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Good but could be better without so many sub-plots

Would you consider the audio edition of Sixth Grave on the Edge to be better than the print version?

Not necessarily, no. That's a subjective question.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Sixth Grave on the Edge?

Reyes calling Charley out on many of her flaws that drive me nuts.

Have you listened to any of Lorelei King’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes. This series is better than Briggs' Mercy Thompson books. Not as many male characters.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Charley helping out Amber and Quentin.

Any additional comments?

Okay, don't get me wrong, I love this series. I think my biggest bone of contention with Charley is that she takes too much on at once and doesn't think things through. Gratefully, Reyes tells her as much in this book.

Actually, maybe Charley's having too much on her plate in one book isn't her fault but that of her author. She often puts too many side-plots in. For example, in this book you have 8 different things going on. I can't really call them sub-plots because a couple of them are solved quickly but still!

Metaphorically, this book was a big, gnarled knot of yarn that you have to carefully untangle until things get ironed out. While Jones does a good job of not leaving loose ends (unless you count cliff hangers) I just wish that she would hold back a few of the longer sub-plots for future books.

The other thing? While I love Charley's sense of humor and sarcasm? Sometimes, it was a bit too .. I don't know, contrived? Almost like Jones is trying a little too hard to keep the humor rolling?

I know these bones of contention make it sound like I don't like the book but these points stuck out like a sore thumb at me. I'm curious as to whether or not anyone else had the same issues.

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OMG!

What made the experience of listening to Sixth Grave on the Edge the most enjoyable?

It kept my attention from the first word to the last.

What did you like best about this story?

The capers Charley always is involved in.

Have you listened to any of Lorelei King’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Many.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The funeral of the the three year old child.

Any additional comments?

Can hardly wait for the next installment.

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