Book #1 of the Monster M*A*S*H Series
by Angie Fox
Publisher: St. Martin’s (Aug. 28, 2012)
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Format: eARC (320 pages)
Source: Review Request by Publisher
Purchase: Amazon / Barnes & Noble / Book Depository
Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3 stars)
IN THE WAR BETWEEN THE GODS…
No one patches up the incoming wounded like Dr. Petra Robichaud. Recruited by the gods for her uncanny medical skills, she’s the best M*A*S*H surgeon in the army. Along with a nosy guard sphinx, vegetarian werewolf, and otherparanormal paramedics, she bandages soldiers who are built like Greek gods (literally). But when one sexy immortal ends up on her operating table—half dead and totally to-die-for—Petra’s afraid she’ll lose her patient and her heart…
NOTHING IS MORE DANGEROUS THAN LOVE
Commander Galen of Delphi is one gorgeous but stubborn demi-god. When his spirit tries to slip out of his fatally wounded body, Dr. Petra has to slip it back in—unwittingly revealing her ability to see ghosts. Now that Galen knows her secret, he’s convinced she’s part of an ancient prophecy. If the oracles are right, Petra could lead Galen’s army to peace. And if he seduces her on the way to hell and back? Heaven knows—all’s fair in love and war… ~Add on Goodreads
At a Glance
I wasn’t blown away by Immortally Yours, but I found the concept refreshing and the characters entertaining. It was a good read overall.
The Good
Here’s The Story…
Petra is a doctor in a world of paranormal beings. Forced to leave her life on earth because of her half-fairy blood, she’s now a surgeon for the soldiers of the war of Gods. She wants nothing to do with the tedious war, but she has no choice. Her desolate existence brightens when a soldier/demi-god comes across her table. Seeing that the demi-god (Galen) is about to die, Petra keeps his soul tethered to his body with her unique ability to interact with ghosts. With Galen now alive and kicking, Petra fears that he will reveal her secret ability, an ability that can mean her torturous death. Because her gift may just be the answer to ending the war. Can Galen convince Petra of her destiny? Will Petra let someone into her heart even though it means lowering her defenses?
A War of Gods…
Immortally Yours is a fast and fun read. The premise is very interesting. I am a sucker for Greek Mythology. A war between old and new Gods has been waged and the good little soldiers and doctors, no matter if they are half-human or pure paranormal, all have to do their part…forever. These are life sentences for non-immortals since the war shows no signs of slowing down. Luckily, or unluckily, good ol’ Dr. Petra Robichaud is destined to stop this silly war, or is she?
Petra and Galen…
Petra has strength and determination when it comes to her job, but when it comes to her powers and future, she is a delicate flower. She tried to push the war-stopping prophecy once before and nothing but bad came out of it. Now, she truly believes she is not the one destined to end the fighting. Galen thinks differently. He has seen her at her most vulnerable and her most powerful. He sees the truth, even if he doesn’t have proof. He has faith that Petra will do the right thing because he believes in her even when she doesn’t believe in herself. I was awed by how much faith Galen puts into their destiny. It was a nice change for the girl to be the pessimist and the guy to be all love and peace (of sorts). Don’t get me wrong, Galen is still dangerous, strong, and lethal in many ways, but he also has this soft side I found super cute. Petra’s reluctance and self-pitying attitude was a little annoying, but I think she grew as a character in the end, so it didn’t bother me too much. Gotta have the drama somewhere, right?
Extra Spice…
The side characters had a wealth of personality. Each one had their own obvious story that I wish I knew more about. Petra’s roommates actually made it more fun reading this book. The whole book has this somewhat light-hearted, funny feel to it, even when things got serious. The world-building was superb as well. This is like no other book I have ever read. The odd creatures gave it the extra spice it needed to keep things interesting.
The Bad
It took me a little while to get into the story for some reason. I am not sure why, it just didn’t grab me right away.
I feel like the story skipped some development stages. Like the relationship building is almost nonexistence. Petra and Galen don’t really spend too much time together before they love each other and their familiarity with each other was just odd. And character motivations are very vague.
This one is a little hard to explain, but I felt like parts of conversations were skipped. I had to reread some convos to see if I missed something because someone’s response didn’t make sense based on what was just said.
The whole story was a little hokey, and the ending was very convenient.
The Snuggly
We definitely get sex. It took some time to get full-blown sex scene, but when it finally happened, I was pink in the cheeks. Hehe. The romance was really hot, no doubt about that.
Overall
This was the first book I have read by Angie Fox. I might not have fallen in love with Immortally Yours, but I enjoyed reading it. I think the unique premise and world-building is definitely a plus and deserves praise. I would recommend this book to those who are looking for a different kind of paranormal romance.
Monster M*A*S*H Series:
Book #1: Immortally Yours
Book #2: Immortally Embraced (Feb. 2013)
Sherina the Monster.
Oh my! I have the feeling that your books would be a hit, they are great! 🙂
Thanks for the giveaway. ♥
Heather
I really enjoy your books. Please keep writing.
Elisa
Oh, this book sounds so different from what I have been reading lately. Exciting! Thanks for the lovely giveaway chance too. 🙂
Jennifer L. Bielman
It really is different from other PNR.
drkngl
That summary sounds wonderful. Makes one more anxious to read the book! Does this book delves into the gods or is it just demigods?
Jennifer L. Bielman
As the author mentioned below, we get a whole bunch of dif gods and demi-gods.
Vanessa N.
This one sounds great. I love that there is a vegetarian werewolf. Do you have a set number of books for this series?
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Angie Fox
Glad to do the giveaway. I’m really excited about this new series.
Angie Fox
Hi Drkngl, the series hero is a demi-god, but there are gods as well. The gods are more prominent in book 2 (Immortally Embraced) but you do meet a few gods in Immortally Yours. They’re a lot of fun to write.
Angie Fox
Hi Vanessa, Rodger the vegetarian werewolf is a good guy. We need more like him.
There are a set number of books for this series. It is a trilogy. Immortally Embraced is out in February and then Immortally Ever After comes out in August 2013.
Brandileigh2003 (Blkosiners Book Blog)
Petra and all the side characters sounds great.
Vegetarian werewolF? LOL.
Nice.
GLad you enjoyed,
Brandi from Blkosiner’s Book Blog
Jennifer L. Bielman
Yeah, gotta love a vegetarian werewolf.
Angie Fox
Or any vegetarian who braves the mess hall at the MASH 3063rd. 😉
Madalina's Books
This book sounds amazing :).
Thanks for the giveaway and for making it international.
Jennifer Bielman
It was all Angie!! 🙂
Shirley (Duncan) Miller
To Read: Goodreads!!
Would love to win a copy!!
Kretch1
Hmm A VEGETARIAN werewolf, it could happen (grin)
Jennifer Bielman
hehe 😀
Nicole T
Great giveaway! Thanks! 🙂
Chris Condy
Thank you so much for the giveaway. I think it is a fabulous one and I love your book.
Karina
Another book about demi-gods but with different storyline. The characters are very interesting. I can’t wait to read this!
Thanks Jennifer for the review and for hosting this giveaway!
Thanks Angie for the giveaway and for making it international! 🙂
Jennifer Bielman
Very interesting characters.
Good luck!
Roxana Z.
I love demi-gods stories. Thank you for the giveaway!