Tags
Adult Fiction, Fantasy, Humor, Mystery, Science Fiction, Thriller
Thanks to NetGalley and Ace for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Release Date: Available Now
464 Pages
Synopsis: From the New York bestselling author of Moonbreaker comes the epic final Secret Histories adventure, where the Droods will take on the most unexpected of enemies: the inhabitants of the Nightside.
The Droods are all about control, making people do what they’re told for the greater good. The Nightside is all about choice: good and bad and everything in between. The Droods want to make the world behave. The Nightside wants to party. They were never going to get along.
For centuries, ancient Pacts have kept the Droods out of the Nightside, but now the Droods see the Nightside as a threat to the whole world. They march into the long night, in their armour, to put it under their control. All too soon, the two sides are at war. It’s Eddie Drood and Molly Metcalf against John Taylor and Shotgun Suzie. The Drood Sarjeant-at-Arms and their Armourer against Dead Boy and Razor Eddie. More groups join in: the London Knights, the Ghost Finders, the Spawn of Frankenstein, Shadows Fall, and the Soulhunters. Science and magic are running wild, there’s blood running in the gutters, and the bodies are piling up.
Is anyone going to get out of this alive?
I have such mixed feelings about Night Fall. On the one hand (as you can probably tell by my rating), I absolutely LOVED it! On the other hand, this concludes not only the Secret Histories series, but also Simon Green’s Nightside and Ghost Finders series. So if you’re a fan of the author as I am, this is like the literary equivalent of Armageddon!
*Sniff.* Okay. I shall endeavor to pull myself together. As with the other Secret Histories books I’ve reviewed I need to warn interested parties that you need to read these books in order. If you don’t you’ll wind up helplessly confused. Eddie Drood is like a science fiction/fantasy/comic book version of James Bond. His alias is actually “Shaman Bond” and the previous titles are all clever plays on Ian Fleming’s books, ie: The Man With the Golden Torc; Daemons Are Forever; The Spy Who Haunted Me… Well, you get the idea. While Eddie physically appears so ordinary as to melt into a crowd, you do not want to get on his bad side, especially when he’s accompanied by his former archenemy, now lover, the wild witch Molly Metcalf. Together they make a most formidable team which is a good thing as in this epic finale they face off against their Nightside counterparts, John Taylor (former private investigator, now the “Overseer” of the Nightside known as Walker) and his frightening wife, Shotgun Suzie (also known as Suzie Shooter and “Oh Christ, it’s her! Run!”)
Without revealing any spoilers, let me just say that this is a non-stop thrill ride from beginning to end. Well known characters from all three series make welcome appearances and enjoyable new ones are introduced as well. The battles between the Droods and the citizens of the Nightside are bloody and epic, and leave many fan favorites dead. Underlying the story is the theme of how war can so quickly spiral out of control and leave a multitude of casualties of good people on both sides in its wake. By the end of the book loose ends from all three series are neatly tied up, which will leave fans shell-shocked but satisfied.
While I’m upset that two of my favorite series have come to an end, Night Fall is a spectacular finale. In my humble opinion, Simon Green is one of the most brilliant science fiction/fantasy authors out there, and if you’re a fan of these genres but haven’t tried any of his books you’re missing out. I don’t know what’s next for this gifted writer, but I do know I’ll be one of the first in line waiting for it. For now, please excuse me while I grieve.
thebookwormdrinketh said:
This sounds great!!! I’ll have to add them to my list! (unless they’re already in there… Which is entirely possible!!) 😂😂
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
🤜🏻🤛🏻🥂
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thebookwormdrinketh said:
… Yup! Already on my list! Probably because of other books from the series that you’ve reviewed! 😉🍻
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Woot!😁
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Jay said:
You’ve definitely intrigued me but a 12 book commitment….woof
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I know it’s a big commitment Jay, but it’s soooo worth it!
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raistlin0903 said:
Wow…12 books huh? Well…I’m having a series that is nearing it’s 50th installment (no joke), so I guess 12 books is still manageable lol. Seriously though..this does sound like a great series, and it’s always really sad when something that you really love ends. I wish could sent you a big bucket of icecream to help you through it. Wonderful post as always Kim 😊
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Michel. You would LOVE this series and the Nightside!
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shalini said:
Lovely post… 12 book series each 450 pages that’s a 5400 to 6000 pages… Wow
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Shalini! I know the numbers are daunting but Simon Green is BRILLIANT!
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shalini said:
I have to check him out. How is Simone St James I think that is the author’s name. Have you read her books
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I’ve only read her latest, The Broken Girls, but Ireally enjoyed it.
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shalini said:
Simon Green is too expensive for me around 7dollars per book
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Sorry Shalini. Maybe your local library has them?
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shalini said:
We don’t have libraries at all… The tiny local ones don’t have new books. People in power don’t promote them
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
That’s so wrong!🤷🏻♀️😔
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shalini said:
Well country is already grappling with lot more basic things so it is understandable…
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I can certainly understand that.
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deesradreadsandreviews said:
Excellent review! I’m glad you’re enjoying this series!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Deanna! I’m devastated it’s over!😭
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Beware Of The Reader said:
I know the feeling Kim! Thrilled to know the end but sad that “this is it”!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Sigh.😔
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Trang said:
I don’t know if I’m ready for 12 books commitment to be honest 😂😭 The only 12 books commitment I ever had was to mangas LOL Great review all the same Kim 🙆🏻♀️
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Oh but Trang! I just know you would LOVE this series, and the Nightside!
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Trang said:
LOL alright!! If you are brave enough to tackle this series I should follow your example
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Yes! I swear you won’t be sorry!🤗
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Lelia T said:
Everything you said is SO right!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Lelia!☺️
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beetleypete said:
I doubt I would ever read the books, but I think the ‘retro’ covers are so good! 🙂
Like the pulp fiction of my youth.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Carrie said:
Great review Kim! I’m still going to ignore it though when it comes up for a book series with that many in it…… LOL
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Carrie. If you ever have the time (Ha!) I think you’d enjoy this series.😁
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Carrie said:
Haha I’m working on the thousands upon thousands I already wish I had time to read.
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Dani☆Touch My Spine Book Reviews☆ said:
That many stars from you, Book Sister!!!😍😁 I must check out this novel like yesterday! Amazing review and I am so glad you enjoyed this one so much!!!!😻💯
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jowensauthor said:
Sounds interesting! 12 books, though. Tough call. I’ve done it before (Dresden Files, for example – still waiting for the next book! – and the Noble Dead saga). We’ll see. I’ll add him to my list though.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
This and the Nightside series are just for you Jeanne. I guarantee 100% you’d love both of them. If the number of books seem daunting, I’d recommend starting with the Nightside as they’re much shorter.☺️
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Aislynn d'Merricksson said:
I love Green’s humor! Great review! I have this set aside to read. Hopefully soon…
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Aislynn. As you’re a fan, I think you’ll love this finale. ☺️
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Raven @ Dreamy Addictions said:
Great review, Kim! I haven’t read this series but it sounds good. I’m glad you’re enjoyed the finale!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks so much Raven. I think you’d like this.☺️
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Didi Oviatt - Author said:
Wait, what?!?!? how many pluses? wowza… I’ve most definitely put this one on my list!! Looks like I’ll need to bump it up too. Looks excellent, great review Kim!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Didi! I could have kept going with those stars. It was THAT good! While I’m still upset that two of my series are over, what a way to bring them together in a glorious finale!☺️
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Didi Oviatt - Author said:
I’m excited to read them! There’s a lot of books, it’s a little intimidating lol… BUT I’ll do it! … Hopefully sooner than later!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
👍🏻👍🏻
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spicejac said:
Absolutely love Simon Green’s writing and John Taylor and Suzy Shotgun…the combination to see them up against the Droods is too much, I need to go and read this book!!!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
As you’re a fan, you DEFINITELY need to read this ASAP!
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spicejac said:
I know…..I’ve just got to work out what the last book in the series was and catch up …..
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
😁
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lostartofreadingblog said:
Oh man sounds so good but 12 books, I have a hard time with trilogies haha. We will see.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Asia, this is sooooo worth it! And the series is ended now so you have plenty of time.😁
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lostartofreadingblog said:
Very true and I won’t have to wait for others to come out.
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