
Down into the Pit
Stones of Fire, Book 2
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Sarah Ashwood
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Following a narrow escape from the secret world of warring shapeshifters, Ellie St. James works at building a new life under an assumed identity - until Carter Ballis, head of security for mob boss and shifter leader Sean Costas, reenters her life, bringing the perils of his job with him.
This time, it’s not just Ellie’s life at stake, but Carter’s too, as Sean’s rivals close in on them both. Far outmatched, Ellie refuses to crumble when it comes to protecting those around her. However, when a partial translation of the magical Stones of Fire, coupled with a terrible misunderstanding, thrusts Ellie into the gravest danger she’s faced yet, even the Talos himself may not be able to reach her in time....
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- Courtney
- 05-13-22
omg, loved it!
Eeeek! I loved this second book! I wanted to punch a couple of characters out of frustration for them being so bull headed (uhh..sorry Mr. Sean...poor wor choice...), but this book was awesome. Continuing the story of Ellie, Carter, the Castros family, and the ongoing war between the area's two main factions. The ending though, ack! I NEED the next book, ASAP!!! Downloading now and eager waiting for it to finish so I can hear more....
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- Sabrina Nelson
- 05-13-23
Recommend
Shifters and marriage to a human to protect her. Not the type of book I thought this would be but it is really good. I enjoyed that the author put in awkwardness between the characters and their feelings.I look forward to reading more from this author and books to come.
I received this book for free in exchange for my honest opinion.
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- AmberK5
- 04-13-22
Amazing Must Read!!
I love this take on shifters and the world the author has created. I can't get enough of Ellie and Carters story, I could not put this down and am loving the second book even more than the first one!
The audio narration is well done and enjoyable. That cliffhanger ending is killing me, I can't wait for the next book!!
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- Tata
- 02-16-22
OMG !!! Absolutely one of the Best Series Ever !!!
I am not good at reviews but, I can say this is book 2 of an awesome series. It is well written. Keeps you on edge and wanting more . Full of action and suspense with just enough enemies to lovers romance to satisfy many genres though fantasy would be the main one. I am not a lover of fantasy books, that is until I started this series. It has changed my mind. If you enjoy well written shapeshifter novels then this a must read. This is a voluntary and honest review . Will be retained on my list of all time favorites. My only drawback is it does need to be read in order and unfortunately it does end on a CLIFFHANGER. Which I like you hate, but it’s worth the wait.
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- Laura
- 03-11-22
Great Shapeshifter Story
I enjoyed book 2 of the "Stones Of Fire' series more than book 1. The female protagonist was more mature and less clingy than in the first book. There was more humor in this book than in the first one. I thought there was more buildup as the situation seems to be getting more tense between the shapeshifters. This story does end on a cliffhanger. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series. I recommend this book to others who enjoy this genre. Melissa Kay Benson's narration was good although some of her voices for the different characters are beginning to sound the same. I was given a free copy of the audiobook and I have voluntarily posted this review.
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- North Wind Knight
- 02-12-22
BOOK 2 IS GREAT. I LOVED IT
A REALLY WELL WRITTEN STORYLINE BEING WELL WRITTEN AND EASY TO FOLLOW.
A GREAT FANTASY, ADVENTURE WITH INTRIGUE AND LAUGHS THROUGHOUT . THE ONLY DOWNER IS THAT LIKE BOOK 1ITS A CLIFF HANGER.
NARRATOR IS GREAT AND EASY TO FOLLOW.
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- CuteAsADaisy
- 04-23-22
Better Have Book 3 Ready to Go- Still Clean
Parents- PG13 - high school and up readers
Language- mild
Violence- PG13- some battle gore and shifter fight scenes
Sexual Content- mild discussions but no details and no sex scenes
Ok, so these books do not stand-alone and do need to be read in order, AND when you go to read book two you'd better have book three read to go because this book ends on the mother of all cliffhangers!!! I'm really enjoying this series, it has a great mix of slow burn romance, action and mystery. Already on book three so I will keep this short and get back to it.
Narrator- Does a great job with overall narration and differentiation between characters. I preferred listening to this one at 1.35x speed.
—I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
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- Jason & Christine. McCoy
- 07-20-24
Urban mythology done right!
I love how the author blends mythology in “real world” narrative. The main characters are strong in their beliefs and character, making for sparks at times and yet a real connection continues to grow between them. I can’t emphasize enough how much I love that the author doesn’t just throw the characters together and expect us to accept their relationship.
Ellie is a strong and sweet FMC, with some real sass. Carter is your typical strong and snarky male, but shows a great depth of feelings.
The story is fast paced, great dialogue, and wow… you can’t beat that ending.
Highly recommended!
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- Kindle Customer
- 10-13-22
very good
Loved it !! this story. the narrator is so fantastic it's like your really there!! good overall
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- 🐺 SCARLET PIMPERNEL 🐺
- 01-28-23
THE PIT
THE STORY REMINDS ME OF THE AVENGERS /KM SHEAS MBRC SERIES! IT MAKES YOU LAUGH. AND A WARNING TO SOME PEOPLE, YOU MAY NOT WANT TO BE EATING WHEN LISTENING TO IT! THE STORY IS CLEAN AND FUN. CAN NOT WAIT FOR THE REST OF THE SERIES!
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