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Hellsinger #2
Duck Duck Ghost
Sequel to Fish and Ghosts
Book Two
Paranormal investigator Wolf Kincaid knows what his foot tastes like.
Mostly because he stuck it firmly in his mouth when his lover, Tristan Pryce, accidentally drugged him with a batch of psychotropic baklava. Needing to patch things up between them, Wolf drags Tristan to San Luis Obispo, hoping Tristan’s medium ability can help evict a troublesome spirit haunting an old farmhouse.
With Wolf’s sister handling Hoxne Grange’s spectral visitors, Tristan finds himself in the unique position of being able to leave home for the first time in forever, but Wolf’s roughshod treatment is the least of his worries. Tristan’s ad-hoc portal for passing spirits seems to be getting fewer and fewer guests, and despite his concern he’s broken his home, Tristan agrees to help Wolf’s cousin, Sey, kick her poltergeist to the proverbial curb.
San Luis Obispo brings its own bushel of troubles. Tristan’s ghost whispering skill is challenged not only by a terrorizing haunting but also by Wolf’s skeptical older cousin, Cin. Bookended by a pair of aggressive Kincaids, Tristan soon finds himself in a spectral battle that threatens not only his sanity but also his relationship with Wolf, the first man he’s ever loved.
Book Two
Paranormal investigator Wolf Kincaid knows what his foot tastes like.
Mostly because he stuck it firmly in his mouth when his lover, Tristan Pryce, accidentally drugged him with a batch of psychotropic baklava. Needing to patch things up between them, Wolf drags Tristan to San Luis Obispo, hoping Tristan’s medium ability can help evict a troublesome spirit haunting an old farmhouse.
With Wolf’s sister handling Hoxne Grange’s spectral visitors, Tristan finds himself in the unique position of being able to leave home for the first time in forever, but Wolf’s roughshod treatment is the least of his worries. Tristan’s ad-hoc portal for passing spirits seems to be getting fewer and fewer guests, and despite his concern he’s broken his home, Tristan agrees to help Wolf’s cousin, Sey, kick her poltergeist to the proverbial curb.
San Luis Obispo brings its own bushel of troubles. Tristan’s ghost whispering skill is challenged not only by a terrorizing haunting but also by Wolf’s skeptical older cousin, Cin. Bookended by a pair of aggressive Kincaids, Tristan soon finds himself in a spectral battle that threatens not only his sanity but also his relationship with Wolf, the first man he’s ever loved.
214 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 8, 2014
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Rhys Ford
77 books1,884 followersRhys Ford is an award-winning author with several long-running LGBT+ mystery, thriller, paranormal, and urban fantasy series and is a two-time LAMBDA finalist and a multiple Gold and Silver Medalist by the Florida Authors and Publishers President’s Book Awards. She is published by Dreamspinner Press, DSP Publications and Rogue Firebird Press.
She shares the house with Harley, a gray tuxedo with a flower on her face, Badger, a disgruntled former alley cat, and Gojira, a mercurial Tabico as well as a ginger cairn terrorist named Gus. Rhys is also enslaved to the upkeep of a 1979 Pontiac Firebird named Tengu and enjoys murdering make-believe people.
She shares the house with Harley, a gray tuxedo with a flower on her face, Badger, a disgruntled former alley cat, and Gojira, a mercurial Tabico as well as a ginger cairn terrorist named Gus. Rhys is also enslaved to the upkeep of a 1979 Pontiac Firebird named Tengu and enjoys murdering make-believe people.
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September 12, 2014
*3.5 stars*
Holy creepy dolls, batman! This book is going to give me nightmares! Sheesh, that was some F-ed up stuff.
Psst. If that image makes you want to run screaming this might not be the book for you. I tend to be terrified of anything that edges towards horror and this was definitely skirting the line.
I love Rhys Ford. I've been recently obsessed with her Cole McGinnis series (Dirty Kiss), and have been devouring all things Rhys. She writes in such a wonderful way that combines heat, humor, romance, and substance. This book is no different, but something about it kept it from being a home run.
I liked the chemistry between Wolf and Tris, even if it did seem a touch forced. I happen to have a weakness for large Scottish men, so Wolf (RAWR!) really does it for me. Tristan is still a little aloof in my book. However, I think the author's strength is in her characters and their fabulous dialogue with each other.
I sort of don't get what Cin brought to the table. He was supposed to be a knowledgeable ghost hunter but he didn't seem anymore informed than Wolf about the crazy ghost that the guys faced in this book. He sort of just stood around and looked attractive.
And though this book was fun, I felt like nothing much changed between Tris and Wolf. It sort of felt like a filler story, without much advancement of our knowledge of the characters.
That being said, this was still a really fun read and I think paranormal/horror fans will eat this one up.
**Copy provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review**
Holy creepy dolls, batman! This book is going to give me nightmares! Sheesh, that was some F-ed up stuff.
Psst. If that image makes you want to run screaming this might not be the book for you. I tend to be terrified of anything that edges towards horror and this was definitely skirting the line.
I love Rhys Ford. I've been recently obsessed with her Cole McGinnis series (Dirty Kiss), and have been devouring all things Rhys. She writes in such a wonderful way that combines heat, humor, romance, and substance. This book is no different, but something about it kept it from being a home run.
I liked the chemistry between Wolf and Tris, even if it did seem a touch forced. I happen to have a weakness for large Scottish men, so Wolf (RAWR!) really does it for me. Tristan is still a little aloof in my book. However, I think the author's strength is in her characters and their fabulous dialogue with each other.
I sort of don't get what Cin brought to the table. He was supposed to be a knowledgeable ghost hunter but he didn't seem anymore informed than Wolf about the crazy ghost that the guys faced in this book. He sort of just stood around and looked attractive.
And though this book was fun, I felt like nothing much changed between Tris and Wolf. It sort of felt like a filler story, without much advancement of our knowledge of the characters.
That being said, this was still a really fun read and I think paranormal/horror fans will eat this one up.
**Copy provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review**
October 12, 2015
Written May 3, 2015
3.3 Stars - Okay, but not earth-shattering
Book #2
Duck Duck Ghost is the second installment in the 'Hellsinger' series. Contemporary paranormal M/M stories about ghost investigations, sweet tender love and a lot of funny odd characters.
I didn't love the first part but I was inspired enough to continue. Evn this second time with the audiobook edition. 8 hours narrated by the always so amusing and pleasuring husky voice from Tristan James (who also does RF's 'Sinner' series).
Nice romantic and shivering spooky but..
I have read (listened to) amounts of Rhys Ford books by now. Unfortunately, I don't think this series will end up in my favorite shelf (so far). - Still hopes for the next part though.
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Our main characters from Fish and Ghosts (3 stars from me).
• Paranormal ghost investigator Wolfgang 'Wolf' Kincaid, a man who question the existence of ghosts, visited the Hoxne Grange Estate to establish the young estate owner's insanity.
• Tristan Pryce is the second generation of Pryces to serve as a caretaker for the estate. A way station for spirits (ghosts) on their final steps to the afterlife.
That first week didn't end as planned though (of those jealousy non heirs Pryce relatives), instead Wolf ended up very attracted (hooorny) to this sweet and handsome blond young (inexperienced) owner during a adventurous spooky week nobody never ever will forget.
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Odd creepy doll heads in San Luis Obispo...
This time, just a couple of weeks after we last left them, will a new adventure take our MC's to a relative to the Kinkaid family in San Luis Obispo, California. Wolf has hopes that his lover Tristan's medium ability can help evict a troublesome spirit haunting an old farmhouse.
Much fun and a weird ghost adventure.
Wolf has a lot of interesting relatives as his sister Ophelia Sunday, his cousins Sin and Cei, and crazy old Aunt Gildy. (I'm sure we will meet at least the big growling 'Hellsinger' man Cin in future books.) There is much to giggle and be amused by.
We get a creepy enough ghost-plot (with a poor mad girl), I like the main storyline with these lovely gay characters and it lacks nothing in terms of this author's talent for poetic rhyming statements, etc.
...BUT, yes there is a big but, unfortunately I never really become emotional involved as a loving reader (audio listener).
Duck Duck Ghost (perfect title) is without doubt nicely done, the audiobook has a good narration and it is full speed, romantic and moderately hot & steamy... but it just never captures me. I hear, I listen, but nevertheless I'm not. I really wanted to feel more enthusiasm and interest this second try with this series, not just listen a bit half-hearted once again for eight hours.
I'm sorry I'm whining this second time too. However, I'll not give up, this anyway interesting enough that I'm sure I'll pick up the next book-part (if it is written).
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As I wrote in an update: "Rhys Ford is truly a master of expressive language. A bit like cheesy rhyming song-texts sometimes but it makes me laugh. ...And Tristan James reads them so well for me."
I LIKE - Yeah, good enough
3.3 Stars - Okay, but not earth-shattering
Book #2
Duck Duck Ghost is the second installment in the 'Hellsinger' series. Contemporary paranormal M/M stories about ghost investigations, sweet tender love and a lot of funny odd characters.
I didn't love the first part but I was inspired enough to continue. Evn this second time with the audiobook edition. 8 hours narrated by the always so amusing and pleasuring husky voice from Tristan James (who also does RF's 'Sinner' series).
Nice romantic and shivering spooky but..
I have read (listened to) amounts of Rhys Ford books by now. Unfortunately, I don't think this series will end up in my favorite shelf (so far). - Still hopes for the next part though.
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Our main characters from Fish and Ghosts (3 stars from me).
• Paranormal ghost investigator Wolfgang 'Wolf' Kincaid, a man who question the existence of ghosts, visited the Hoxne Grange Estate to establish the young estate owner's insanity.
• Tristan Pryce is the second generation of Pryces to serve as a caretaker for the estate. A way station for spirits (ghosts) on their final steps to the afterlife.
That first week didn't end as planned though (of those jealousy non heirs Pryce relatives), instead Wolf ended up very attracted (hooorny) to this sweet and handsome blond young (inexperienced) owner during a adventurous spooky week nobody never ever will forget.
”There’s something about me that attracts ghosts.”
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Odd creepy doll heads in San Luis Obispo...
This time, just a couple of weeks after we last left them, will a new adventure take our MC's to a relative to the Kinkaid family in San Luis Obispo, California. Wolf has hopes that his lover Tristan's medium ability can help evict a troublesome spirit haunting an old farmhouse.
”You awake enough for the main course?”
“Wolfgang Starfox Kincaid, I’ve been waiting for the main course since before we had breakfast.” Tristan hooked his hand around Wolf’s nape and pulled him in for a kiss.’
Much fun and a weird ghost adventure.
Wolf has a lot of interesting relatives as his sister Ophelia Sunday, his cousins Sin and Cei, and crazy old Aunt Gildy. (I'm sure we will meet at least the big growling 'Hellsinger' man Cin in future books.) There is much to giggle and be amused by.
We get a creepy enough ghost-plot (with a poor mad girl), I like the main storyline with these lovely gay characters and it lacks nothing in terms of this author's talent for poetic rhyming statements, etc.
”I like this shampoo you use. Very citrusy. I can grab some minty one and we can try to muddle ourselves together into a mojito.”
...BUT, yes there is a big but, unfortunately I never really become emotional involved as a loving reader (audio listener).
Duck Duck Ghost (perfect title) is without doubt nicely done, the audiobook has a good narration and it is full speed, romantic and moderately hot & steamy... but it just never captures me. I hear, I listen, but nevertheless I'm not. I really wanted to feel more enthusiasm and interest this second try with this series, not just listen a bit half-hearted once again for eight hours.
I'm sorry I'm whining this second time too. However, I'll not give up, this anyway interesting enough that I'm sure I'll pick up the next book-part (if it is written).
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As I wrote in an update: "Rhys Ford is truly a master of expressive language. A bit like cheesy rhyming song-texts sometimes but it makes me laugh. ...And Tristan James reads them so well for me."
I LIKE - Yeah, good enough
September 15, 2014
Wolf and Tristan are back but they aren’t facing just ghosts this time. No. There are DOLLS. Creepy porcelain dolls with their hard heads and squishy bodies and their soulless dead eyes. CREEPY DOLLS ARE CREEPY. I’ve always found them weird but after reading this book I feel I must cut off all contact with anyone who owns one. It is not natural, it is not right and I will have it no longer.
Just occurred to me my mother has one. Well, there goes that relationship.
The creepy dolls and ghosts make for an entertaining read, as good as any episode of Supernatural, with almost as much salt.
But as fun as the ghoulies are I need the love story. Yes, as stated in the blurb Wolf fucks up royally at the beginning of the book (which I think takes place about week after the end of the first book) and Tristan is understandably pissed off, but never fear, they don’t spend the entire book squabbling and I never doubted that they’d work things out. After all, it’s not that Wolf doubts his love for Tristan – it’s that he’s scared by the intensity of his emotions. Man up, dude. Actually, watching him come to terms with how much he loves Tristan is really sweet.
Tristan was precious. And his—only his....[H]e needed to have a moment while his brain imploded with the knowledge that he truly, dearly loved the man....And he felt that love all the way past his fears and into his spine.Into his dick too, am I right? Oh, sorry, I mean: Aww....
Okay, onto some complainy parts. If I saw Tristan referred to as “the blond” one more time it’s possible I would've screamed over something other than creepy dolls. Just needed to get that out there. Other than that nitpick, Rhys Ford has this habit of ending scenes and conversations just as things get good. It does create suspense, which is great in a book like this, however I would like to read an entire conversation without switching to a new one where one character then describes the outcome of the last conversation. But what bothered me most was the very last page. Ford is setting up book #3, which I’m looking forward to, but I would’ve enjoyed reading the rest of that scene as well. Or just skipping it altogether.
Complaints aside, I really enjoyed Duck Duck Ghost – it’s suspenseful, romantic and funny. A goodtime all around. However, I’ve got some advice for Tristan and Wolf: Dudes. You need to contact Vic from the Psychop series. I’m telling you, when dealing with ghosts shooting white light out your third eye is even better than 84lbs of salt.
P.S. Wolf’s cousin Cin is just crying out for a romance of his own. I mean, he’s cynical about love. If that doesn’t say I need a boyfriend, then I don’t know my romance novels. And I know my romance novels, okay? Yeah.
**Copy provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.**
May 13, 2018
I AIN’T AFRAID OF NO GHOST
Oh! How I’ve missed a Rhys Ford book. Duck Duck Ghost was a roller coaster ride of scares, thrills, and sexy men. This by far has to be scariest and craziest book by Rhys that I’ve read so far and that’s saying something.
We first met Tristan and Wolf back in Fish and Ghost. Where Tristan ran a sort of ghost hotel and skeptic debunker of all things supernatural Wolf Kincaid visited to the hotel to prove that Tristan was all types of bat shit crazy. He went looking for ghosts but found love instead. The second book finds the boys relationship on the rocks and Wolf is out again telling Tris he’s still sort of bat shit crazy even after seeing definitive prove that ghosts are real and sometimes they’re out to kill you.
With Tris being all mad at his lover, and the hotel losing some of its ghostly mojo, a rekindling of love needs to happen. My boys decide to once again to go do a little ghost hunting and they get more than what they bargained for. What sounded like a mild (maybe haunting) turned out to be something that would freak anybody’s freak.
This book brought us an eclectic mix of characters and ghosts and I was just so in love with it all. I love Tristan’s interaction with his ghostly guests and Rhys does such a remarkable job of making them so memorable that I found myself wanting to know their stories -how they fell in love, how they lived and how they died-. They each brought humour and craziness to an already wonderful story.
Duck Duck Ghost, was one action packed scene after another, and lets keep it 100 I was legit spooked in some scenes there. There ain’t nothing scarier than bat shit crazy kids, and this had one hell of a bat shit crazy kid. While I was in love with all those elements I wasn’t a fan of how it all ended. I wanted an epic throw down and the build up felt like it was inevitable but overall I was let down. I felt like it just ended and kept thinking that, this whole ghost thing could have been solved 70pgs are so in. The legit introduction to an actual ghost hunter served no purpose and provided filler or something, like don’t get me wrong I liked him and am intrigued but bud needs to go back to the school of ghostbusters.
Overall, an entertaining read which left me wanting more especially with that ending (shooketh). DDG is authentically Rhys Ford and it will provide a nice creepy read on a bright sunny afternoon and if you dare a very creepy read in the dead of night while in the dark of your bedroom.
Oh! How I’ve missed a Rhys Ford book. Duck Duck Ghost was a roller coaster ride of scares, thrills, and sexy men. This by far has to be scariest and craziest book by Rhys that I’ve read so far and that’s saying something.
We first met Tristan and Wolf back in Fish and Ghost. Where Tristan ran a sort of ghost hotel and skeptic debunker of all things supernatural Wolf Kincaid visited to the hotel to prove that Tristan was all types of bat shit crazy. He went looking for ghosts but found love instead. The second book finds the boys relationship on the rocks and Wolf is out again telling Tris he’s still sort of bat shit crazy even after seeing definitive prove that ghosts are real and sometimes they’re out to kill you.
With Tris being all mad at his lover, and the hotel losing some of its ghostly mojo, a rekindling of love needs to happen. My boys decide to once again to go do a little ghost hunting and they get more than what they bargained for. What sounded like a mild (maybe haunting) turned out to be something that would freak anybody’s freak.
This book brought us an eclectic mix of characters and ghosts and I was just so in love with it all. I love Tristan’s interaction with his ghostly guests and Rhys does such a remarkable job of making them so memorable that I found myself wanting to know their stories -how they fell in love, how they lived and how they died-. They each brought humour and craziness to an already wonderful story.
Duck Duck Ghost, was one action packed scene after another, and lets keep it 100 I was legit spooked in some scenes there. There ain’t nothing scarier than bat shit crazy kids, and this had one hell of a bat shit crazy kid. While I was in love with all those elements I wasn’t a fan of how it all ended. I wanted an epic throw down and the build up felt like it was inevitable but overall I was let down. I felt like it just ended and kept thinking that, this whole ghost thing could have been solved 70pgs are so in. The legit introduction to an actual ghost hunter served no purpose and provided filler or something, like don’t get me wrong I liked him and am intrigued but bud needs to go back to the school of ghostbusters.
Overall, an entertaining read which left me wanting more especially with that ending (shooketh). DDG is authentically Rhys Ford and it will provide a nice creepy read on a bright sunny afternoon and if you dare a very creepy read in the dead of night while in the dark of your bedroom.
March 14, 2016
If I thought the first book in this series was like catnip for me, I don't even now what to say this one was except HOLY HELL THIS BOOK IS FAN-FREAKIN'-TASTIC!!!! Seriously I need the next book...like yesterday!
Sometimes I just love it when an author proves me wrong, I didn't think Rhys Ford could possibly get any better, but I was wrong, I tell you wrong, wrong, wrong! 'Duck, Duck Ghost' was superb! There was more Tristan & Wolf, more ghost and some of them were seriously freaking scary. Add to this that we got to meet Wolf's cousin Cin, I'm pretty sure I'm in love...well lust at the very least. This guy is hot, seriously sexy, badass hot and yes, I want him. Especially if there are any ghost around.
Wolf and Tristan go on a road trip to St. Louis Obispo (SLO) to help his cousin, Sey with a bit of a haunting problem only to discover that along with a seriously, angry, viscious ghost, they have to deal with more of Wolf's crazy relatives and trust me Aunt Gildy is seriously wacked and very entertaining...as in lock up the guns and weapons entertaining. Add to this an exchange student from Ontario...that's Ontario, Canada who seems to have a thing for Tristan, which means that Wolf is probably going to have to kill him but that's ok because if he just waits a little longer he's pretty sure that Cin will give him a hand with hiding the body. Oh yeah, Jack and his red ball went along for the ride too.
This story was awesome in the way that the scary stuff, and there was scary stuff, was balanced with humor. I know I've said it more than a few times I don't like horror. Ghost and zombies and all that just aren't my thing, but honestly it's hard to be hiding under the covers shaking in fear when it's sprinkled with liberal doses of sarcasm and just general dry wit and the shaking is more like ROFLMAO.
I'm not sure when we'll get to see a book 3 on this series but I guarantee you when it's out I'm there because while this wasn't what I would call a cliffhanger by any means. The ending of this book left us with what I would call wonderfully, fascinating opportunities and when opportunity knocks I totally want to answer the door.
Sometimes I just love it when an author proves me wrong, I didn't think Rhys Ford could possibly get any better, but I was wrong, I tell you wrong, wrong, wrong! 'Duck, Duck Ghost' was superb! There was more Tristan & Wolf, more ghost and some of them were seriously freaking scary. Add to this that we got to meet Wolf's cousin Cin, I'm pretty sure I'm in love...well lust at the very least. This guy is hot, seriously sexy, badass hot and yes, I want him. Especially if there are any ghost around.
Wolf and Tristan go on a road trip to St. Louis Obispo (SLO) to help his cousin, Sey with a bit of a haunting problem only to discover that along with a seriously, angry, viscious ghost, they have to deal with more of Wolf's crazy relatives and trust me Aunt Gildy is seriously wacked and very entertaining...as in lock up the guns and weapons entertaining. Add to this an exchange student from Ontario...that's Ontario, Canada who seems to have a thing for Tristan, which means that Wolf is probably going to have to kill him but that's ok because if he just waits a little longer he's pretty sure that Cin will give him a hand with hiding the body. Oh yeah, Jack and his red ball went along for the ride too.
This story was awesome in the way that the scary stuff, and there was scary stuff, was balanced with humor. I know I've said it more than a few times I don't like horror. Ghost and zombies and all that just aren't my thing, but honestly it's hard to be hiding under the covers shaking in fear when it's sprinkled with liberal doses of sarcasm and just general dry wit and the shaking is more like ROFLMAO.
I'm not sure when we'll get to see a book 3 on this series but I guarantee you when it's out I'm there because while this wasn't what I would call a cliffhanger by any means. The ending of this book left us with what I would call wonderfully, fascinating opportunities and when opportunity knocks I totally want to answer the door.
September 22, 2015
So you know how many parents will say down the road that they had an inkling that their sons were gay because they played with dolls? Well a) that's total BS, and b) that definitely didn't apply to me because DOLLS ARE CREEPY AS HELL and I've stayed far away from them.
So ordinarily I wouldn't have been in a rush to read 'Duck Duck Ghost'. But I thought that since I wouldn't actually be reading it, I'd be listening to the audiobook, the creepy factor would be reduced. But I clearly underestimated Tristan James. Who knew that someone with the voice of a sex god could also give a terrifying voice to an undead doll bent on murder and mayhem? Bravo, Tristan James, bravo.
Book 2 in this series picks up a couple of months after the end of Fish and Ghosts, and all is not well in paradise. Wolf's need to always be right and Tristan's inexperience with human interaction have lead to a big fight. But, Wolf is determined to win Tristan back. So he proposes a trip to a cousin's ranch, to investigate a possible haunting. Because nothing says 'romance' like taking your sheltered medium boyfriend to a place full of potentially murderous spirits.
Tristan and Wolf's chemistry is through the roof. These two are hot and heavy for one another, that's been clear from book 1. But they were missing a deeper emotional connection. I thought that Rhys Ford delivered that connection pretty well in this book. The two finally learn to share their thoughts with one another. Getting to know more about Wolf's family and how they treated him, and how Tristan perceives his own relationship with his family, were eye-opening. What I liked best was when the two counselled each other, not letting the other hold himself accountable for things that were out his control.
The new cast of secondary characters were just as entertaining as those from book 1. The humour provided some much-needed comedic relief from those dolls. Have I mentioned how creepy they were? I might have.
Overall, I enjoyed 'Duck Duck Ghost' a lot. The audiobook was very well narrated, the romance was aww-inducing, and the paranormal was the stuff of nightmares. I'm looking forward to what Rhys Ford has in store next!
So ordinarily I wouldn't have been in a rush to read 'Duck Duck Ghost'. But I thought that since I wouldn't actually be reading it, I'd be listening to the audiobook, the creepy factor would be reduced. But I clearly underestimated Tristan James. Who knew that someone with the voice of a sex god could also give a terrifying voice to an undead doll bent on murder and mayhem? Bravo, Tristan James, bravo.
Book 2 in this series picks up a couple of months after the end of Fish and Ghosts, and all is not well in paradise. Wolf's need to always be right and Tristan's inexperience with human interaction have lead to a big fight. But, Wolf is determined to win Tristan back. So he proposes a trip to a cousin's ranch, to investigate a possible haunting. Because nothing says 'romance' like taking your sheltered medium boyfriend to a place full of potentially murderous spirits.
Tristan and Wolf's chemistry is through the roof. These two are hot and heavy for one another, that's been clear from book 1. But they were missing a deeper emotional connection. I thought that Rhys Ford delivered that connection pretty well in this book. The two finally learn to share their thoughts with one another. Getting to know more about Wolf's family and how they treated him, and how Tristan perceives his own relationship with his family, were eye-opening. What I liked best was when the two counselled each other, not letting the other hold himself accountable for things that were out his control.
The new cast of secondary characters were just as entertaining as those from book 1. The humour provided some much-needed comedic relief from those dolls. Have I mentioned how creepy they were? I might have.
Overall, I enjoyed 'Duck Duck Ghost' a lot. The audiobook was very well narrated, the romance was aww-inducing, and the paranormal was the stuff of nightmares. I'm looking forward to what Rhys Ford has in store next!
August 21, 2014
I've got an ARC! I've got an ARC!
NEENER NEENER! :p
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Read it. Loved it. Will review it soon.
September 22, 2014
Another spectral adventure with misfeasance and a wildly entertaining cast of characters. From Sey and Aunt Gildy to Cin, Wolf and Tristan have good company. That is all except for the unwelcome visitor, and it's a doozy, a powerful poltergeist with murderous intentions.
Cin, hot as his name sounds. And skilled, just what they need.
And, I love Jack. I was so happy when he showed up at Sey's place. And Sey's place, well... it's messed up. Something is NOT right. Basically if children's toys didn't creep you out before you read this story then there's a good chance you'll be looking at them twice, now. Of course, I laughed maniacally, but that's because I have a very demented sense of humor--I blame childhood. It's creepy, and dangerous, and I coveted every moment of it's subversion of the innocence of youth.
Creepy goodness with our pair of Energizer fuck bunnies going at it. Wolf and Tristan are adorable and sexy as all that and yes, a second helping suits just fine. Apparently, after a certain age all the Kincaid women are batshit crazy--in a fun and slightly lethal way.
The twist and turn at the end to make it a bit more interesting than just the continued ghostly adventures of Tristan and Wolf. Cue new character entrance, and boy did that just make me way more interested in book #3.
Overall, a spooky story with some hot loving. Nice Halloween treat.
3.5 Stars
Favorite quote:
~~A copy was provided to me for a No Glitter Blown review~~
~~~Reviewed for Hearts On Fire Reviews~~~
Cin, hot as his name sounds. And skilled, just what they need.
And, I love Jack. I was so happy when he showed up at Sey's place. And Sey's place, well... it's messed up. Something is NOT right. Basically if children's toys didn't creep you out before you read this story then there's a good chance you'll be looking at them twice, now. Of course, I laughed maniacally, but that's because I have a very demented sense of humor--I blame childhood. It's creepy, and dangerous, and I coveted every moment of it's subversion of the innocence of youth.
Creepy goodness with our pair of Energizer fuck bunnies going at it. Wolf and Tristan are adorable and sexy as all that and yes, a second helping suits just fine. Apparently, after a certain age all the Kincaid women are batshit crazy--in a fun and slightly lethal way.
The twist and turn at the end to make it a bit more interesting than just the continued ghostly adventures of Tristan and Wolf. Cue new character entrance, and boy did that just make me way more interested in book #3.
Overall, a spooky story with some hot loving. Nice Halloween treat.
3.5 Stars
Favorite quote:
Jesus fucking Christ, it’s like I’m trying to kill him, and he’s just skipping along like it’s a visit to grandma’s house with his picnic basket.
~~A copy was provided to me for a No Glitter Blown review~~
~~~Reviewed for Hearts On Fire Reviews~~~
April 30, 2019
This was amazeballs! Creepy dolls, crazy relatives, gore galore - I loved it! Rhys Ford's descriptions are fantastic - it's captivating and so detailed you can almost touch it! It's time to meet the Kincaid clan. Well, some of them since they are best in small doses. While Wolf is trying to repair the damage to his fledgling relationship with Tristan caused by a case of extreme fear and pigheadedness, both men get tangled in a case of extreme ghost anger and possession.
Wolf and Tristan are so new to the relationship. They fumble, they argue but still they seek each other out - it feels like they are two puzzle pieces that complete the entire picture. I loved how they muddled through, how they worked together, how they stood up for each other. They are good for each other - Wolf's hot temper and Tristan's quiet strength complement each other. We got a glimpse into Wolf's life and what happened to turn him so jaded and bitter. His family is complicated but he finds his home where Tristan is.
I loved the case. Tristan's abilities are on in full force. He is trying to figure out who is causing the mayhem at Wolf's cousin's farm. It's fascinating what the past hides. With the help of the mysterious Cin, Wolf and Tristan save the innocent and banish the troubled spirits. This story is full of humor, sarcasm and overly excited relatives. I had so much fun reading it and highly recommend it!
Wolf and Tristan are so new to the relationship. They fumble, they argue but still they seek each other out - it feels like they are two puzzle pieces that complete the entire picture. I loved how they muddled through, how they worked together, how they stood up for each other. They are good for each other - Wolf's hot temper and Tristan's quiet strength complement each other. We got a glimpse into Wolf's life and what happened to turn him so jaded and bitter. His family is complicated but he finds his home where Tristan is.
I loved the case. Tristan's abilities are on in full force. He is trying to figure out who is causing the mayhem at Wolf's cousin's farm. It's fascinating what the past hides. With the help of the mysterious Cin, Wolf and Tristan save the innocent and banish the troubled spirits. This story is full of humor, sarcasm and overly excited relatives. I had so much fun reading it and highly recommend it!
October 13, 2017
3.5 Stars
Oh God, it had to be scary ass dolls, didn't it?
Suitably creepy - Tristan James does a great job with the tension in the story. Duck Duck Ghost is a comedic horror story - funny, suspenseful, and sexy. He knows just how to milk Rhys Ford's sometimes purple prose to give the best bang for your buck.
I love his distinct character voices, great timing and pacing. Best of all, James gives enough performance to enhance the story without distracting from it.
Personally, I wish the "blond" descriptor hadn't been so overused; it annoyed the living daylights out of me and the ending had me sighing in frustration. I get it - Ford is setting up book #3 but I would've preferred getting the rest of the scene. I hate cliffhanger endings. Now, you may want to argue that it's not a cliffhanger, but it is to me.
So I'll just be here waiting for the next book to come out in 2018 because I have got to know how this all plays out.
Audio copy of Duck Duck Ghost (Hellsinger #2) provided by Dreamspinner Press in exchange of an honest review.
This review has been cross-posted at Gay Book Reviews.
Oh God, it had to be scary ass dolls, didn't it?
Suitably creepy - Tristan James does a great job with the tension in the story. Duck Duck Ghost is a comedic horror story - funny, suspenseful, and sexy. He knows just how to milk Rhys Ford's sometimes purple prose to give the best bang for your buck.
I love his distinct character voices, great timing and pacing. Best of all, James gives enough performance to enhance the story without distracting from it.
Personally, I wish the "blond" descriptor hadn't been so overused; it annoyed the living daylights out of me and the ending had me sighing in frustration. I get it - Ford is setting up book #3 but I would've preferred getting the rest of the scene. I hate cliffhanger endings. Now, you may want to argue that it's not a cliffhanger, but it is to me.
So I'll just be here waiting for the next book to come out in 2018 because I have got to know how this all plays out.
Audio copy of Duck Duck Ghost (Hellsinger #2) provided by Dreamspinner Press in exchange of an honest review.
This review has been cross-posted at Gay Book Reviews.
May 4, 2016
He’d spent over a decade not catching a whiff of the afterlife. Then suddenly his world was filled with boo-wigglies and screaming phantoms eager to suck his life clean from his marrow. But despite the chills, thrills, and soul-threatening danger, Wolf had never felt more alive.
Especially since Tristan was by his side.
*Turns on all the lights in the house…then lights the house on fire*
There are a lot of things that scare me: heights, spiders, falling thru manhole covers…but things that terrify me? There are not a lot of those. So when I picked up a book that was going to be full of ghosts and ghoulies, I wasn’t all that afraid. But then Ford went and threw creepy-ass dolls and ghost children at me. Yeah, I’ll never be wanting to sleep again.
When we come back to Tristan and Wolf, in this second book in the Hellsinger series, things are not all roses and spectral doggies. And not just because Wolf’s latest haunting has some very real teeth on him (or her, I guess. Not exactly sure how you’d go about sexing that particular…um…visitor). No…it seems that Wolf, being Wolf, decided to have his own personal little freak-out (only partly influenced by some rather “special” baklava) and blame Tristan for, well, being Tristan–-with all that ghostly visitors that follow him like blissed-out bears drawn to psychedelic honey).
So Wolf and Tristan are having a tiff, Tristan is still dealing with his annoying family, and Wolf get’s a special request from mother dearest to go help out his cousin, Sey, who seems to be experiencing a problem with objects that will not stay where they are left. It is not a recipe for roses and doggies-–of any kind. Still, Wolf only has so many people in his family that care about him, so he can’t exactly say no. He is rather unsure if dragging Tristan down to San Luis Obispo will help their issues…but it can’t really hurt, can it?
*cue maniacal laughing*
Oh, bunnies…This book freaked the everliving crap out of me (which might be a good thing, because ‘everliving crap’ sounds like a terrible thing to have in you). I don’t do horror stories/movies/TV shows. I just don’t. I have an overactive imagination, and a propensity to see all kinds of creepy shit lurking in my shadowy corners. And two of the things that creep me out the worst? Yeah, ceramic dolls, and ghostly children. And guess what this book is full of?
I must have been very very evil in a previous life.
Now, that being said…I loved this book. Probably even more than I did the first one. The ghoulies are ten times as scary, the sexing is ten times as hot, and Wolf’s crazy family is ten times as crazy (though, to be fair, most of those crazy points come from Wolf’s aunt Gildy-–who needs to put the freaking guns down!!). When I wasn’t physically recoiling in fear from my kindle, I was laughing, and having so much fun reading about Tristan, Wolf, and Wolf’s insane family.
So maybe I wasn’t so bad in that past life, as I thought. Or, you know, chaotic neutral, or something (…my house was invaded by D&D-ers last night, I think my brain is still trying to repair itself).
And even with all the cock-blocking going on (I swear it is like everyone in the universe got together and decided that Wolf and Tristan MUST NOT GET IT ON!), the bedroom scenes between our two guys were so very hot. There is certainly more sex going on than in the first book–-yea!-–but the relationship is also growing between Wolf and Tristan. Which I loved. Granted, it is not always growing ‘up’, but there are bound to be a few stumbling blocks between these two guys. I just loved the push and pull between them. And Wolf getting all jealous was just great.
Very much loved this book, and this series, and really looking forward to the next book. Especially with how this one ended. Can’t wait to see what new problems that is going to throw at the pair. It was also real nice to get out of the Grange, for this book, though I did miss it, a bit. Still, I think it did some good for Tristan, and probably for Wolf as well, so maybe I can live with it. I very much recommend this book-–just make sure that you read the first one before you start up Duck Duck Ghost.
…Now, excuse me while I go salt the remains of my house. Think that should about do it. :P
4.5 stars
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January 25, 2015
4.5 Stars
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We were introduced to Wolf Kincaid and Tristan Pryce in Fish and Ghosts, when Wolf (a paranormal investigator) was hired to debunk the haunting of Hoxne Grange, the massive estate left to Tristan by his uncle. The ones who hired Wolf are greedy relatives who want the mansion for financial gain.
The only problem? Not only did Wolf discover that it is haunted, but he fell in love along the way with the shy Tristan Pryce. Everything was perfect, right? Well, no, because Wolf did something stupid. He accused Tristan of something he didn't do. He shows up with his tail between his legs to beg for forgiveness for being a jerk. Wolf's cousin's place (a creepy doll hospital) is haunted and Wolf was asked to investigate. With Tristan being a powerful medium, Wolf uses this as an excuse to be alone with the man for awhile as they take off on a road trip to visit the family, and hopefully discover what it is that is haunting Sey's place.
The ghost is a creepy little, um, thing, and immediately sets Tristan in its sights.
I'm a huge fan of ghost stories and if they have a love story added, I'm all over it. Duck Duck Ghost is perfect. This is Rhys Ford, so you know the love story and sex are written well.
A great addition to the Hellsingers series.
I loved the ending. I can't wait for the next in the series.
This book was provided by the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Full review can be found at -
We were introduced to Wolf Kincaid and Tristan Pryce in Fish and Ghosts, when Wolf (a paranormal investigator) was hired to debunk the haunting of Hoxne Grange, the massive estate left to Tristan by his uncle. The ones who hired Wolf are greedy relatives who want the mansion for financial gain.
The only problem? Not only did Wolf discover that it is haunted, but he fell in love along the way with the shy Tristan Pryce. Everything was perfect, right? Well, no, because Wolf did something stupid. He accused Tristan of something he didn't do. He shows up with his tail between his legs to beg for forgiveness for being a jerk. Wolf's cousin's place (a creepy doll hospital) is haunted and Wolf was asked to investigate. With Tristan being a powerful medium, Wolf uses this as an excuse to be alone with the man for awhile as they take off on a road trip to visit the family, and hopefully discover what it is that is haunting Sey's place.
The ghost is a creepy little, um, thing, and immediately sets Tristan in its sights.
I'm a huge fan of ghost stories and if they have a love story added, I'm all over it. Duck Duck Ghost is perfect. This is Rhys Ford, so you know the love story and sex are written well.
A great addition to the Hellsingers series.
I loved the ending. I can't wait for the next in the series.
This book was provided by the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.
April 4, 2015
All my worst nightmares and my favorite things wrapped up in one disturbingly attractive audiobook.
January 1, 2016
That was creepy as heck. I enjoyed it all, but I may have to sleep with the lights on for quite a while.
January 15, 2022
'Duck Duck Ghost' is the long anticipated second book in Rhys Ford's 'Hellsinger' series. I fell madly in love with Tristan and Wolf in the first book, and I couldn't wait to get more of them. Not just them, of course, more of Wolf's family, definitely more of Mara, and more of the boo-wigglies that come out to play whenever Tristan is around. I had no idea what I was getting myself into, though. Part of the reason why I adore this author. She keeps me on my toes!
One of the things that I really enjoy when an author writes a continuing series and the main characters remain the same, is when real life is portrayed. What? Yes. Real life. For instance, all was not wine and roses with Wolf and Tristan at the beginning of this book. They'd had an argument after the events at Hoxne Grange and Wolf had left for a job in Florida. Tristan is incredibly stubborn and he doesn't take any guff. Certainly not any that Wolfgang Kincaid dishes out. Plus, it would appear that whatever Wolf put in his report to Tristan's family, got them riled up enough to want to have Tristan declared incompetent. Uh-oh. See? Good stuff. First I got to watch Wolf grovel, spitting and cursing the whole way, and then I got to see them head to Wolf's cousin, Sey's, place as she was experiencing some difficulties of the haunting kind. Things at the Grange have been a little slow since the exorcism, which has Tristan worried that something is broken there. This, of course, makes it easier for Wolf to convince him to go away for a few days.
Sey fixes antique toys for a living, has a small doll hospital, along with some rescued animals she's a sucker for taking in and letting them live out their days, along with being a professor of history. In other words, she's a Kincaid. Sey is awesome. Aunt Gildy is crazy as a june bug. Which she exhibits when she starts shooting at them with a sawed off shotgun believing them to be Feds coming to take her in. *snort* Tristan doesn't have the best of luck with Wolf's family. Particularly after Meegan left the hallucinogenic honey at the Grange the last time. Anyway, Tristan is inside Sey's house for less than an hour when something lets it be known, to all, that it's there and it's pissed. And, yes, before you ask, it's ugly. And, yes, there's a very scary haunting. That's all I'm saying. Just, remember—this is Rhys Ford. Anything is possible.
Not only did I get this fantastic ghost story with plenty of creepy crawlies and flying bits, but, bonus, I also got more insight into Wolf and the rift he has with some of the Kincaids. It appears that because Wolf chose to go a different route, by getting his degrees and working to prove the paranormal exist, many of his relatives viewed that as a betrayal and no longer speak to him. Poor Wolf. In their eyes he's not a real Hellsinger. Huh. Plus I got to see more about Tristan's childhood and what has shaped him into the man he is. How his parents avoided him as a child and all of the horrific ghost sightings he'd seen before coming to the Grange. The Grange is Tristan's safe haven, since none of those ghosts are trying to get into his mind or harm him in any fashion. Seeing Tristan realize that it's time for him to come out from his tower at the Grange and face the world was fantastic.
This is a stupendous addition to the series! There's this scene at the end that actually gave me shivers. But I can't tell you what it is. Sorry. You have to read this for yourself! And, and, Rhys introduced another Kincaid. Cin, Wolf's cousin, and he's totally hot. Wow. Now, I'm on pins and needles waiting for the next installment. Who knows where the author will take me?
One of the things that I really enjoy when an author writes a continuing series and the main characters remain the same, is when real life is portrayed. What? Yes. Real life. For instance, all was not wine and roses with Wolf and Tristan at the beginning of this book. They'd had an argument after the events at Hoxne Grange and Wolf had left for a job in Florida. Tristan is incredibly stubborn and he doesn't take any guff. Certainly not any that Wolfgang Kincaid dishes out. Plus, it would appear that whatever Wolf put in his report to Tristan's family, got them riled up enough to want to have Tristan declared incompetent. Uh-oh. See? Good stuff. First I got to watch Wolf grovel, spitting and cursing the whole way, and then I got to see them head to Wolf's cousin, Sey's, place as she was experiencing some difficulties of the haunting kind. Things at the Grange have been a little slow since the exorcism, which has Tristan worried that something is broken there. This, of course, makes it easier for Wolf to convince him to go away for a few days.
Sey fixes antique toys for a living, has a small doll hospital, along with some rescued animals she's a sucker for taking in and letting them live out their days, along with being a professor of history. In other words, she's a Kincaid. Sey is awesome. Aunt Gildy is crazy as a june bug. Which she exhibits when she starts shooting at them with a sawed off shotgun believing them to be Feds coming to take her in. *snort* Tristan doesn't have the best of luck with Wolf's family. Particularly after Meegan left the hallucinogenic honey at the Grange the last time. Anyway, Tristan is inside Sey's house for less than an hour when something lets it be known, to all, that it's there and it's pissed. And, yes, before you ask, it's ugly. And, yes, there's a very scary haunting. That's all I'm saying. Just, remember—this is Rhys Ford. Anything is possible.
Not only did I get this fantastic ghost story with plenty of creepy crawlies and flying bits, but, bonus, I also got more insight into Wolf and the rift he has with some of the Kincaids. It appears that because Wolf chose to go a different route, by getting his degrees and working to prove the paranormal exist, many of his relatives viewed that as a betrayal and no longer speak to him. Poor Wolf. In their eyes he's not a real Hellsinger. Huh. Plus I got to see more about Tristan's childhood and what has shaped him into the man he is. How his parents avoided him as a child and all of the horrific ghost sightings he'd seen before coming to the Grange. The Grange is Tristan's safe haven, since none of those ghosts are trying to get into his mind or harm him in any fashion. Seeing Tristan realize that it's time for him to come out from his tower at the Grange and face the world was fantastic.
This is a stupendous addition to the series! There's this scene at the end that actually gave me shivers. But I can't tell you what it is. Sorry. You have to read this for yourself! And, and, Rhys introduced another Kincaid. Cin, Wolf's cousin, and he's totally hot. Wow. Now, I'm on pins and needles waiting for the next installment. Who knows where the author will take me?
June 22, 2019
What in the name-of-all-shit-that-is-freaky was this?!
What do you do when you are really enjoying the couple but can't stand their stories?
*pulls blanket tighter*
I...I don't know either.
I’m not so sure about audibles and I’m still wavering with a firm decision on my fondness for the lovely Mrs. Ford’s stories…and here I am again. I couldn’t get Wolf and Tris out of my head. I found myself craving the deep sultry voice of Mr. James and I couldn’t resist giving them another go.
Frankly, I am still trying to conclude how well things went this time.
I deliberately planned my listening time when it was more convenient for my schedule, but soon discovered I was addicted and couldn’t put down my ear-buds.
This was…problematic. I accidentally left it playing (still not sure HOW?!) on my phone and to my utter mortification someone caught the down and dirty of a hot lovemaking scene. Yeahhh, that was unpleasant. Along with that, I fell asleep more times than I care to admit (again), but then I relished in the times when I could *listen* when I was unable to read. I’m sitting firmly on the middle line…stuck between a love/hate relationship with audiobooks.
I must give props to the narrator, this sequel had a couple of challenging voices and he nailed them all. I found it extremely engaging and will certainly seek out more of his work in my future dabbles in the audible world.
Wolf and Tris began with a quick hot flame and sizzled just as quickly. Things kick off with them…separated. Not what I was expecting.
Wolf panics, tucks tail, and runs. Tris is nursing his broken heart surrounded by Wolf’s family. After some much needed groveling, they go for ‘take two’ and venture to Wolf’s aunt’s home to check out a possible haunting. Of course, where ever Tristan goes, spooks follow and it turns out to be a full fledged poltergeist.
Annnnnd, this is where I fell off the Wolf/Tris wagon.
It was scary. I’m talking creepy, freaky, and all sorts of wrong scary. Give me snarling werewolves and blood thirsty vampires any day, but possessed porcelain dolls? Hell no. I slept with the lights on for days after this horrifying tale. *pouts* Which totally blows because I am hooked on Wolf and his sexy blond sixth-sense boyfriend.
I am thoroughly impressed that such a bone-chilling tale was told with such elegant words. The writing IS gorgeous, flowery but nonetheless quite striking. If you aren’t a big sissy like me and like creeptastic PNR, I think this will be a winner for you.
I honestly don’t know what to do if a third book is released. I really really don’t want to want it…but I think I will.
What do you do when you are really enjoying the couple but can't stand their stories?
*pulls blanket tighter*
I...I don't know either.
I’m not so sure about audibles and I’m still wavering with a firm decision on my fondness for the lovely Mrs. Ford’s stories…and here I am again. I couldn’t get Wolf and Tris out of my head. I found myself craving the deep sultry voice of Mr. James and I couldn’t resist giving them another go.
Frankly, I am still trying to conclude how well things went this time.
I deliberately planned my listening time when it was more convenient for my schedule, but soon discovered I was addicted and couldn’t put down my ear-buds.
This was…problematic. I accidentally left it playing (still not sure HOW?!) on my phone and to my utter mortification someone caught the down and dirty of a hot lovemaking scene. Yeahhh, that was unpleasant. Along with that, I fell asleep more times than I care to admit (again), but then I relished in the times when I could *listen* when I was unable to read. I’m sitting firmly on the middle line…stuck between a love/hate relationship with audiobooks.
I must give props to the narrator, this sequel had a couple of challenging voices and he nailed them all. I found it extremely engaging and will certainly seek out more of his work in my future dabbles in the audible world.
Wolf and Tris began with a quick hot flame and sizzled just as quickly. Things kick off with them…separated. Not what I was expecting.
Wolf panics, tucks tail, and runs. Tris is nursing his broken heart surrounded by Wolf’s family. After some much needed groveling, they go for ‘take two’ and venture to Wolf’s aunt’s home to check out a possible haunting. Of course, where ever Tristan goes, spooks follow and it turns out to be a full fledged poltergeist.
Annnnnd, this is where I fell off the Wolf/Tris wagon.
It was scary. I’m talking creepy, freaky, and all sorts of wrong scary. Give me snarling werewolves and blood thirsty vampires any day, but possessed porcelain dolls? Hell no. I slept with the lights on for days after this horrifying tale. *pouts* Which totally blows because I am hooked on Wolf and his sexy blond sixth-sense boyfriend.
I am thoroughly impressed that such a bone-chilling tale was told with such elegant words. The writing IS gorgeous, flowery but nonetheless quite striking. If you aren’t a big sissy like me and like creeptastic PNR, I think this will be a winner for you.
I honestly don’t know what to do if a third book is released. I really really don’t want to want it…but I think I will.
October 6, 2015
Rhys has done it again. Honestly. It baffles and amazes me how some of these authors are able to venture outside the box we tend to put them in and reinvent themselves. I'd just completed listening to all her bi-racial Asian Cole McGinnis private investigator series that are on audio as of now. Excellent by the way! Then her Asian/Brit with a touch O' Irish Sinner's Gin (think hot rock n rollers) series. Outstanding, too! And addictive. All of them. With snark, loving family, whether by blood or life circumstance.. Gotta love that sarcastic wit. And humor. And more tears *damn you, again, dear author*
When we finished with Tristan and Wolf in the first book, I was sure it was an HEA! Well, somehow between there and here, Wolf f*ked up. Big time. Amazing what can happen in a week! So, we intro in to Wolf wrestling creepy crawlies in Florida, and Tristan worrying about losing his lovely bed and breakfast/haunted hotel and getting to where even HE can't see his guests anymore. Not even his beloved Mara...All because of Wolf *and family*.
I admit, when I was first introduced to Tristan and Wolf in the first book of this series, it took me a little bit to warm up to them. Paranormal ghosts and spirits were outside the realm I'd expected from Rhys. But. I should've known. Outstanding. Fun. Gory. Story.*smirk*
Saying that, being a new adventure by this author, I should've known, as I was pulled in quickly. There is no sitting around being bored waiting for the action. I always tell myself I'll put it down after this chapter. Then I find myself engrossed in the next chapter! *sneaky how they do that*
This book in addition to the previous 'Fish and Ghosts' made me decide I'm good with digging back into paranormal after thinking 'I'd been there. Done that. Got the T-shirt' And with the introduction of some crazy family members (and one VERY hot and snarky cousin. Can you say 'Sin'? *sigh* Oops. I mean Cin), a creepy little girl, floating broken doll heads and eyeballs, and salt galore. Well, this story was a very fun trip into the unknown! I'm loving this series, and can't wait for the next one.
Just know, it too has a cliffhanger ending, and I have a feeling you'll be looking forward to reading them all. One of my auto-buy authors. Highly recommended.
When we finished with Tristan and Wolf in the first book, I was sure it was an HEA! Well, somehow between there and here, Wolf f*ked up. Big time. Amazing what can happen in a week! So, we intro in to Wolf wrestling creepy crawlies in Florida, and Tristan worrying about losing his lovely bed and breakfast/haunted hotel and getting to where even HE can't see his guests anymore. Not even his beloved Mara...All because of Wolf *and family*.
I admit, when I was first introduced to Tristan and Wolf in the first book of this series, it took me a little bit to warm up to them. Paranormal ghosts and spirits were outside the realm I'd expected from Rhys. But. I should've known. Outstanding. Fun. Gory. Story.*smirk*
Saying that, being a new adventure by this author, I should've known, as I was pulled in quickly. There is no sitting around being bored waiting for the action. I always tell myself I'll put it down after this chapter. Then I find myself engrossed in the next chapter! *sneaky how they do that*
This book in addition to the previous 'Fish and Ghosts' made me decide I'm good with digging back into paranormal after thinking 'I'd been there. Done that. Got the T-shirt' And with the introduction of some crazy family members (and one VERY hot and snarky cousin. Can you say 'Sin'? *sigh* Oops. I mean Cin), a creepy little girl, floating broken doll heads and eyeballs, and salt galore. Well, this story was a very fun trip into the unknown! I'm loving this series, and can't wait for the next one.
Just know, it too has a cliffhanger ending, and I have a feeling you'll be looking forward to reading them all. One of my auto-buy authors. Highly recommended.
September 26, 2015
Creepy but good!
Review coming soon.
Review coming soon.
September 4, 2014
Duck Duck Ghost is a very memorable title,for a memorable novel. This story is the sequel to Fish and Ghosts, which I enjoyed very much. However, I think I enjoyed this sequel even more because the author doesn’t really have to introduce the characters again in such detail, and so we can go straight into the story and what a beginning…my lips are sealed. Having said that this book is indeed a sequel but it could be read as a stand alone without too much confusion, although the reader would miss out on various in jokes and relationship detail.
As well as the, now well-loved Wolf Kincaid and Tristan Pryce, we meet Cin Wolf’s Hellsinger cousin, Sey another cousin not in the ghost business, and the hysterical totally batty Aunt Gildy who comes from the less honest side of the Kincaid family. Put all these strong characters in a house haunted by a really scary ghost and an army of terrifying dolls, and you get a rollocking good read.
One of the aspects of Rhys Ford’s writing that I most enjoy is her adventurous use of language, where else will you read the phrase ‘were-ungulate’! Her descriptions are varied and vital drawing you into the story, the character’s feelings, sex scenes and the frenetic spooky climaxes in equal measure.
I loved this phrase as the reader can immediately visualise what Rhys is describing and yuk! Having said that the story is a great read, a warning… This author’s skill with vivid description means some of this ghost story should not be read in bed at night when you are in the house alone for a week, as I did!
On top of a great story with sizzling sex scenes, soul searching , ghost hunting and the reaffirming of love and relationship status for our heroes, the ending is a cliffhanger and leaves the way open for the next chapter in the Hellsinger saga. Which promises to be full of personal drama for Wolf and Tristan and I cannot wait.
As well as the, now well-loved Wolf Kincaid and Tristan Pryce, we meet Cin Wolf’s Hellsinger cousin, Sey another cousin not in the ghost business, and the hysterical totally batty Aunt Gildy who comes from the less honest side of the Kincaid family. Put all these strong characters in a house haunted by a really scary ghost and an army of terrifying dolls, and you get a rollocking good read.
One of the aspects of Rhys Ford’s writing that I most enjoy is her adventurous use of language, where else will you read the phrase ‘were-ungulate’! Her descriptions are varied and vital drawing you into the story, the character’s feelings, sex scenes and the frenetic spooky climaxes in equal measure.
From the ectoplasm scattered about the room like the aftermath of an elephant sneeze…
I loved this phrase as the reader can immediately visualise what Rhys is describing and yuk! Having said that the story is a great read, a warning… This author’s skill with vivid description means some of this ghost story should not be read in bed at night when you are in the house alone for a week, as I did!
On top of a great story with sizzling sex scenes, soul searching , ghost hunting and the reaffirming of love and relationship status for our heroes, the ending is a cliffhanger and leaves the way open for the next chapter in the Hellsinger saga. Which promises to be full of personal drama for Wolf and Tristan and I cannot wait.
September 21, 2014
I thought the first book in this series was awesome, but the second book nothing short of amazing. I don't know how Ms. Ford does it, but I am so glad she does!
Tristan and Wolf's fight opens up this story. Tristan is deeply hurt and Wolf has run off. They are brought back together when Wolf's cousin Sey has some powerful, disturbing episodes at her farm. Wolf needs Tristan's help. He grovels and begs forgiveness. Tristan is not in a forgiving mood, but he wants to help.
This time they are up against a very malevolent spirit, who threatens everyone who lives at Sey's farm. This is a deadly ghost, that forces Wolf to ask for Kincaid family help. His cousin Cin answers the call. What follows, is a nail biting, ramped up thrill ride. I now have a deep dislike for porcelain dolls.
The chemistry between Tristan and Wolf is wonderful. The sex is volcanic. The Kincaids are a very interesting clan. Looking forward to learning more about them. I had a great time with this book. I give it an apparition full of stars.
Tristan and Wolf's fight opens up this story. Tristan is deeply hurt and Wolf has run off. They are brought back together when Wolf's cousin Sey has some powerful, disturbing episodes at her farm. Wolf needs Tristan's help. He grovels and begs forgiveness. Tristan is not in a forgiving mood, but he wants to help.
This time they are up against a very malevolent spirit, who threatens everyone who lives at Sey's farm. This is a deadly ghost, that forces Wolf to ask for Kincaid family help. His cousin Cin answers the call. What follows, is a nail biting, ramped up thrill ride. I now have a deep dislike for porcelain dolls.
The chemistry between Tristan and Wolf is wonderful. The sex is volcanic. The Kincaids are a very interesting clan. Looking forward to learning more about them. I had a great time with this book. I give it an apparition full of stars.
February 21, 2015
This is the second story of Dr. Wolf Kincaid and Tristan Pryce .
It kicked ass.
It had scary dolls.
It had Doritos.
And it had Cin, who I have been longing to see show up since he was first mentioned in Fish and Ghosts. And, I see great things in his future!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgfkl...
ETA Reading Fish and Ghosts is a must to truly appreciated this story.
It kicked ass.
It had scary dolls.
It had Doritos.
And it had Cin, who I have been longing to see show up since he was first mentioned in Fish and Ghosts. And, I see great things in his future!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgfkl...
ETA Reading Fish and Ghosts is a must to truly appreciated this story.
June 7, 2017
4.3 Stars
OMg. I am SOOOO glad I listened to this during the day...because I'm already sure the nightmares will keep me up for a few evenings.
Seriously, if the doll heads and clown-painted faces weren't enough to scare the bejeezus out of me, then holy shitballs having Tristan James narrating the ghost voice had me hiding out under my duvet! "Simoooooooooooone" will haunt me from now 'til the end of time.
In spite of all that (or maybe because of, since the fear kept me on the edge of my seat) this was an engaging story. I love Tristan & Wolf together. As crazy and screwed up as they all seem to be, I love Wolf's family in general. Kinda hoping we get a book focusing on Cin at some point.
But I sweartagawd, the sequel better be in the works because for the second time today I'm stuck with a serious cliffhanger and that does not make me a happy girl.
OMg. I am SOOOO glad I listened to this during the day...because I'm already sure the nightmares will keep me up for a few evenings.
Seriously, if the doll heads and clown-painted faces weren't enough to scare the bejeezus out of me, then holy shitballs having Tristan James narrating the ghost voice had me hiding out under my duvet! "Simoooooooooooone" will haunt me from now 'til the end of time.
In spite of all that (or maybe because of, since the fear kept me on the edge of my seat) this was an engaging story. I love Tristan & Wolf together. As crazy and screwed up as they all seem to be, I love Wolf's family in general. Kinda hoping we get a book focusing on Cin at some point.
But I sweartagawd, the sequel better be in the works because for the second time today I'm stuck with a serious cliffhanger and that does not make me a happy girl.
October 1, 2014
3.5 Stars
Whoa, scary. I was going to include a gif here but my search for "scary gif" freaked me out. Forget it! Anyway, I digress.
Rhys Ford is one of my most favorite authors. And she - per ususal - delivered the goods. The dolls and eyeballs creeped me the f*ck out but the story was riveting, well-written, and romantic. I loved revisiting with Wolf and Tristan. I loved that neither of them is perfect and Wolf screwed the proverbial pooch. And, I loved that Wolf groveled (rightfully so) and worked hard to right things with Tris. I admit, the scary doll theme had me a bit spooked ... okay, a lot spooked. I actually waited until daylight to finish the book. (No late nite reading for this wuss!)
Bottom line: Ryhs Ford rocks ... again!
Whoa, scary. I was going to include a gif here but my search for "scary gif" freaked me out. Forget it! Anyway, I digress.
Rhys Ford is one of my most favorite authors. And she - per ususal - delivered the goods. The dolls and eyeballs creeped me the f*ck out but the story was riveting, well-written, and romantic. I loved revisiting with Wolf and Tristan. I loved that neither of them is perfect and Wolf screwed the proverbial pooch. And, I loved that Wolf groveled (rightfully so) and worked hard to right things with Tris. I admit, the scary doll theme had me a bit spooked ... okay, a lot spooked. I actually waited until daylight to finish the book. (No late nite reading for this wuss!)
Bottom line: Ryhs Ford rocks ... again!
August 20, 2016
5 Stars - Can't Wait for Book 3 - Full Review to Come
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Reviewed by Jaime from Alpha Book Club
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Reviewed by Jaime from Alpha Book Club
July 24, 2015
LOVE! GAH! I loved this. Tristan and Wolf were fantastic.
Cin. Yum! Can we have Cin's story, PUH-LEASE!
Then the ending. EEK!!!! OMG! CAN.NOT.WAIT.TIL.THE.NEXT.BOOK!
Cin. Yum! Can we have Cin's story, PUH-LEASE!
Then the ending. EEK!!!! OMG! CAN.NOT.WAIT.TIL.THE.NEXT.BOOK!
March 8, 2017
OK this series is now getting much better after a bit of a silly but slow start with book one.
Duck Duck Ghost was a great supernatural read. I can't wait to see where book three heads after leaving it on a bit of a cliffie
Duck Duck Ghost was a great supernatural read. I can't wait to see where book three heads after leaving it on a bit of a cliffie
July 5, 2014
i was lucky to win a reader's arc of Duck Duck Ghost, and it was awesome. i'm horrible with reviews, but there are scary ghosts, hilarious things said, romance & sex...all worth reading about.
May 19, 2015
Spooky, creepy, shiver-inducing fun! Loved it!
February 18, 2016
3.5 Stars
August 10, 2014
This is an advance reader copy given to me by the author for an honest review. As with all of my review, these are my own opinions.
To say that I love Rhys Ford’s work is an understatement. I won’t say that I am a fan-girl, but when I get a chance to review one of her books, I jump at it. So, this week I had the opportunity to read Duck Duck Ghost.
Basic Plot:
This is book two in the Hellsinger series. Wolf and Tristan are still trying to learn how to be in a relationship. The results of their exorcism in book one has left Tristan uneasy, so it is time for a road trip. They go to help Wolf’s cousin in her haunted house, gaining more than they expected. What they discover at the farm is even more frightening than at Hoxne Grange. Will they get out of this alive enough to starting living together?
Wolf Kincaid:
In book two, we follow Wolf as he investigates his cousin’s haunted house. But what we learn about Wolf is that behind that confident attitude is a man who has always wanted to get his family’s love back and chasing after a dream that he never can quite attain. There is much more behind this thought, but I think that would spoil a large part of his character development.
What we do learn about Wolf is that he has never been in love with anyone, like Tristan:
So we have some serious character development with Wolf, and I find it quite charming how Wolf feels unsteady around Tristan.
Tristan Pryce:
I can relate to Tristan. His family doesn’t understand him and he feels isolated because of his gift. It’s easy to appreciate that because of his issues, it’s just simpler to stay hidden away in the estate. But, we humans are social creatures and living with the dead can only help so much:
So, in a way, I see Tristan as the homeschooled child whose conservative and repressed family background has left him both physically and mentally isolated. His gift makes him even more isolated and he tries to integrate himself back into the “real-world” so that he can be good enough to be with Wolf. Wolf’s “normal” presence allows him the security to stretch his wings.
Strong Points:
Ford’s writing. As I have always written, Ford has this ability to pull us into the book, from the first scene. She gives a vibrant taste of the environment, like a punch to the gut. I am usually hooked from the first paragraph. In Duck Duck Ghost, the first paragraph got me:
Yes, Ford can write a sexy and hot scene. But what I love more about Ford’s writing is that I would be captivated by the story and the characters even without the sex. So often in M/M (or hell, romance at all), the writer will focus not just on the relationship, but the sexual tension. I think that’s why I have problems with serial romance; when they talk about sex all the time in the first book, what do they have left to develop in the rest of the books?
Yet Ford gives us the happy ending in book one, there are still unresolved conflicts between Wolf and Tristan. Also, because we have a serious new mystery to solve in book two, we are driven to discover what the hell happens.
In addition to this, Ford gives us interesting secondary characters like Aunt Gildy, Sey, and Cin. I hope to god we get a book about Cin some day, he is hot, hot, hot!
What could be better?
Really, nothing. Although, I should warn any reader that we are left with a cliffhanger! Darn that wily author that keeps us panting for more!
Conclusions:
This is my favorite series of Ford’s. While I love the others, I almost feel that the cultural focus becomes a crutch that we lean against. In the Hellsinger series, we do have a theme of the paranormal, yet we have a strong mystery that does not revolve around their relationship and we have the development of the relationship. That is one of Ford’s strengths, she build’s series where yes, we get our “HEA” in book one, but everything is not solved. That’s life. While there might be some hot sexual chemistry, we still have to learn to communicate with each other and learn to well, live. This book is about how Wolf and Tristan begin to learn how to refocus their life’s purpose in a more healthy manner and they learn to trust each other. In the meantime, we get some kick-ass horror level BOO intensity that will have you wanting to put the book in the freezer.
This is a great book, and you will not be able to put it down!
Bea
To say that I love Rhys Ford’s work is an understatement. I won’t say that I am a fan-girl, but when I get a chance to review one of her books, I jump at it. So, this week I had the opportunity to read Duck Duck Ghost.
Basic Plot:
This is book two in the Hellsinger series. Wolf and Tristan are still trying to learn how to be in a relationship. The results of their exorcism in book one has left Tristan uneasy, so it is time for a road trip. They go to help Wolf’s cousin in her haunted house, gaining more than they expected. What they discover at the farm is even more frightening than at Hoxne Grange. Will they get out of this alive enough to starting living together?
Wolf Kincaid:
In book two, we follow Wolf as he investigates his cousin’s haunted house. But what we learn about Wolf is that behind that confident attitude is a man who has always wanted to get his family’s love back and chasing after a dream that he never can quite attain. There is much more behind this thought, but I think that would spoil a large part of his character development.
What we do learn about Wolf is that he has never been in love with anyone, like Tristan:
Tristan ended up under Wolf’s skin, and part of the argument — most of the argument, if Wolf was really honest — was that he was scared. He was frightened by how quickly Tristan hooked his soul and pulled in Wolf’s heart. He hadn’t been looking for love when he went to debunk Tristan’s ghost-hosting inn, but that’s what he found — and he didn’t want to every let him go.
So we have some serious character development with Wolf, and I find it quite charming how Wolf feels unsteady around Tristan.
Tristan Pryce:
I can relate to Tristan. His family doesn’t understand him and he feels isolated because of his gift. It’s easy to appreciate that because of his issues, it’s just simpler to stay hidden away in the estate. But, we humans are social creatures and living with the dead can only help so much:
“That’s not the point,” he said sadly. “I’ve been hiding in that tower, and whether I knew it or not, I grew my hair long enough for you to climb up it and visit me there, but Wolf, I don’t want to stay there. I want to be with you. Out here. And it’s time I kind of embraced the weird I’ve been given.”
So, in a way, I see Tristan as the homeschooled child whose conservative and repressed family background has left him both physically and mentally isolated. His gift makes him even more isolated and he tries to integrate himself back into the “real-world” so that he can be good enough to be with Wolf. Wolf’s “normal” presence allows him the security to stretch his wings.
Strong Points:
Ford’s writing. As I have always written, Ford has this ability to pull us into the book, from the first scene. She gives a vibrant taste of the environment, like a punch to the gut. I am usually hooked from the first paragraph. In Duck Duck Ghost, the first paragraph got me:
It was a foul smell. A blackness to it Wolf would never get used to. With the proximity of the Florida swamp and Atlantic, there was a faint hint of stagnancy as well, with an overlay of brackish algae just for good measure. He couldn’t imagine living in its stink every day. Like cigarette smoke, it would flavor everything he touched, breathe, or ate.
Yes, Ford can write a sexy and hot scene. But what I love more about Ford’s writing is that I would be captivated by the story and the characters even without the sex. So often in M/M (or hell, romance at all), the writer will focus not just on the relationship, but the sexual tension. I think that’s why I have problems with serial romance; when they talk about sex all the time in the first book, what do they have left to develop in the rest of the books?
Yet Ford gives us the happy ending in book one, there are still unresolved conflicts between Wolf and Tristan. Also, because we have a serious new mystery to solve in book two, we are driven to discover what the hell happens.
In addition to this, Ford gives us interesting secondary characters like Aunt Gildy, Sey, and Cin. I hope to god we get a book about Cin some day, he is hot, hot, hot!
What could be better?
Really, nothing. Although, I should warn any reader that we are left with a cliffhanger! Darn that wily author that keeps us panting for more!
Conclusions:
This is my favorite series of Ford’s. While I love the others, I almost feel that the cultural focus becomes a crutch that we lean against. In the Hellsinger series, we do have a theme of the paranormal, yet we have a strong mystery that does not revolve around their relationship and we have the development of the relationship. That is one of Ford’s strengths, she build’s series where yes, we get our “HEA” in book one, but everything is not solved. That’s life. While there might be some hot sexual chemistry, we still have to learn to communicate with each other and learn to well, live. This book is about how Wolf and Tristan begin to learn how to refocus their life’s purpose in a more healthy manner and they learn to trust each other. In the meantime, we get some kick-ass horror level BOO intensity that will have you wanting to put the book in the freezer.
This is a great book, and you will not be able to put it down!
Bea
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