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Terfex.com - Acheron (Dark-Hunter, Book 12)
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Manufacturer: St. Martin's Press
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780312362157
ISBN: 0312362153
Label: St. Martin's Press
Manufacturer: St. Martin's Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 736
Publication Date: 2008-08-05
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Release Date: 2008-08-05
Studio: St. Martin's Press
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Editorial Reviews:
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The most anticipated story in the blockbuster Dark-Hunter series. The never-before-revealed story of the Dark-Hunter leader, Acheron. He was made human in order to escape death, but in death he was reborn a god. . .  Eleven thousand years ago a god was born. Cursed into the body of a human, Acheron spent a lifetime of shame. However, his human death unleashed an unspeakable horror that almost destroyed the earth. Then, brought back against his will, Acheron became the sole defender of mankind. Only it was never that simple. For centuries, he has fought for our survival and hidden a past he’ll do anything to keep concealed. Until a lone woman who refuses to be intimidated by him threatens his very existence. Now his survival, and ours, hinges on hers and old enemies reawaken and unite to kill them both. War has never been more deadly... or more fun.
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Summary: Emotions abound
Comment: I'll add my two cents to the other 370+ reviews...
I think this may have been one of the best books I've ever read. The range of emotions I felt through the book was incredible, which is why I said it was one of the best.
I will say that the first couple hundred pages are can be very hard to read, Ash's life is not an easy one and the abuse is heartbreaking. The author said she didn't pull any punches and she doesn't.
The first 400 or so pages of the book is Ash's past... the last 300 or so is the future.
I'm sure other reviewers go into the story... so I won't do that... I don't think I would've wanted to read this book if I hadn't read some of the others in the series first... if nothing else for background
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Summary: Finally, Acheron!
Comment: I love this series of books! This is not my normal reading material but a friend introduced me and now I'm hooked on Sherrilyn Kenyon. - SPOILERS MAY FOLLOW - I can not tell you how excited I was that Acheron's story was going to be told, but let me tell you it isn't an easy story to read. I felt the first part of the book was very difficult to read due to the history of violence that makes Acheron who he becomes. Although, once you get through the first of the book, the second half flies by. Upon finishing this book I felt somewhat disappointed, not because it wasn't a wonderful book, because it was, but because I stuggled so much reading the torture that was inflicted on a youth in the first of the book that the second half flew by. I know that for the author to express what Acheron survived she had to put a lot of emphasis on his past, if only his present story had been more or longer.
Although, the book that followed Acheron's story helped a lot! It follows through where this one felt it abruptly stopped. I'm addicted to Sherrilyn Kenyon's Dark Hunter Series! Read the whole series in publication order to fully experience her spin on the paranormal!
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Summary: Finally Acheron's story
Comment: I'm a huge Dark-Hunter fan, and had been waiting for Ash's story for a while. The story was enjoyable, though there's the double edged sword of finally seeing Ash's side of things. Yes, it was great to tear into the book and finally read his side, but the air of mystery is gone now and Ash doesn't seem as Larger Than Life as he used to.
As far as the story goes, I thought it was good. Some things that could have made it better were to compress the first half, it was too long and drawn out. After a while the horror of what he was going through shrank away and I was just reading it for the sake of reading it. The book had many typos too.
Over all though, it was an enjoyable read. I felt I learned more about the DH world, got to see some old friends, which I loved. Especially the folks from the earlier books (I haven't read some of the more recent ones as the series seemed to get a bit repetitive.)
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Summary: 728 more reasons to love Ash
Comment: I sat down to read this book with high expectations....and I wasn't disappointed. Acheron has always been my favorite DH character. It was a thrill to finally have answers to the questions that have been burning since the first time I met him in 'Unleash the Night' (yeah, I read them out of order the first time through). Now I know where he came by his wisdom, his compassion and his sincere devotion to those he leads and protects. I also finally get why he put up with Artemis for so long (there has been many a time when I have wanted someone to bitch slap her and put her out of everyones misery).
Yes, the first half of the book was difficult to read because of how horribly abused and degraded Ash was, but it helped to finally understand what made him the God that he is. Yes, there were a couple of times that I was suprised by his level of sappiness, but considering how sappy we ALL are when we fall in love, and considering how difficult it was for him to let himself fall because of his past, the way he acted seemed right to me. Had he been too cool, too nonchalant, it wouldn't have seemed right. Plus, the conversatons between Ash and Tory HAD to feel forced at times. Ash was contemplating giving his heart, his love, and most importantly his trust, to someone who had the means to destroy him if she chose to. Anyone who has ever been betrayed should understand how hard it is to trust again after. And how many of us have suffered on the level that Ash did?
Tory is the perfect mate for Ash. She loves him unconditionally, sees him as he is, and not as he was made to believe he is, and she is devoted to those she loves, and strong when needed. And the scene in Tabitha's sex shop that everyone was so offended by? I thought it was hysterical. It was fun to see Tory sharing that moment with her closest friends, and at the same time, meeting people who were Ash's friends. Haven't any of you ever giggled over sex toys or edible panties? Well, I hope I'm not the only one!! It was funny and even endearing to see Tory that way. I would have been pissed if she had just seen sleeping with Ash as her right or as being no big deal. That she was nervous and giddy was sweet. And that he was made him that much more lovable (as if we needed another reason to love Ash!)
Anyone who is disappointed by this book needs to try reading it again with different expectations, taking into consideration what you know about Ash and what you learn about him as you read. The AG is one of my favorite writers, but i admit that there have been times when I would start a book and question whether it was worth finishing (Dream Hunter comes to mind, although I did finish it and I was glad I did). I thoroughly enjoyed Acheron. This is going to be one of those books I read over and over, finding new little tidbits of information with each reading. Thank you, SK, for another fabulous read!
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Summary: 4.5 stars - 723 pages connecting the dots to Ash's HEA
Comment: At long last the complete story of 'Ash' Acheron. At 723 pages this was three books in one.
Part 1 tells the story of Ash's early life from his sister's point of veiw as diary entries, as she struggles to try an help the poor cursed Ash as a young man. This is heart wrenching, and a bit frustrating as his sister's kindness only leads him to more pain. Part two switches to Ash's point of view and to more torment and his transition from man to God at his death, if you didn't hate Artemis before, be prepared to join the club. And finally in part three Ash gets his own romance in typical Dark-Hunter style (though missing the trial for possession of his soul that all other Dark-Hunter mates have endured.)
Parts of the early portions of the book were very hard to read, Ash goes through so much. And while I do agree, this part could have been condensed a bit, I still found this part of the book very worthwhile. I've been reading the Dark-Hunter series over the past 3 or 4 years and frankly I was having trouble putting together the Ash's story from the pieces scattered throughout the books. I know I probably should have bought the guide, but now I don't have to - Kenyon connected all the dots in Ash's backstory here. If you are an avid re-reader you probably won't appreciate this part nearly as I did much because much of the key incidents were at least hinted at in rest of the books. But if you are like me, you'll be happy to finally get the full picture. Now I understand the relationship with Ash's mother - quite frankly in her shoes I would be looking for some payback too. The only thing that was missing from Ash's story here was Ash's reconciliation with his brother Styx - this was up as a short story on her website in the past, if you are interested you might check to see if it's still there.
As far as the final part of the book, I am happy that Ash finally got his HEA, but I have to admit that I'm in the 'Tory was okay' camp. But then again I love Ash and I don't even know if it would be possible to write the perfect heroine for him. Still, I devoured this book and would recommend 'Acheron' to Dark-Hunter fans - especially now that you can get copies much more reasonably than the $30 cover price.
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