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#Giveaway Review THE DIRT ON THE NINTH GRAVE by Darynda Jones @Darynda @StMartinsPress #9thGrave 1.15

January 8, 2016 By Mary 44 Comments

 

Read an Excerpt HERE 

MY THOUGHTS

For everyone thinking that they missed the Charley boat, you get a re-do!

Charley has survived book Eight but at a cost.  She is now Jane Doerr (not quite Jane Doe) and no clue exactly who she is or what she can do.  Cookie and Bob (or Bobert) have taken her in as a waitress in their diner along with a fascinating  (old) cast of characters.  She finds herself attracted to the new fry cook who is hot to the touch, literally.  Now stuck in Sleepy Hallow, she is visited by a series of ghosts with a ghost dog guarding her as well.  She can’t remember her life with Reyes (now the hot cook) nor her purpose in life (or death). As Janey / Charley tries to figure out what happened to the guy

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I can’t say much about the plot without a ton of spoilers for the previous books or the new plot line, but Charley is still Charley even if she now goes by Janey and can’t remember Reyes.  Everyone goes along with her memory loss and lets her figure out how to cope with what has happened to her recently.  I had moments where I want to scream at the cast and say JUST TELL HER WHO SHE IS FOR GOSH SAKES. For all of my frustration over that, I truly loved the direction and sneaky plot twist in this installation.  For me, this was the perfect follow up for Eighth.

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About the Author

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author DARYNDA JONES won a RITA Award for best first novel for First Grave On The Right. As a born storyteller, she grew up spinning tales of dashing damsels and heroes in distress for any unfortunate soul who happened by, annoying man and beast alike. Jones lives in the Land of Enchantment, also known as Albuquerque, New Mexico, with her husband and two beautiful sons, the Mighty, Mighty Jones Boys.

 

LEARN MORE

Learn more at DaryndaJones.com
Follow Darynda on Twitter, Facebook, and Pinterest
Friend Darynda on Goodreads and the super fantastic fan page HERE with prizes and special things.

In case you haven’t read any of the series, I am giving away my paperback!

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  1. lasvegasnan
    Nancy Jones says

    January 8, 2016 at 9:52 pm

    I haven’t read any of Darynda Jones’ books yet, however, I do have the first eight books of this series.

    Reply
  2. Lisa Brown
    Lisa Brown says

    January 9, 2016 at 2:39 am

    No, I have read any books by this author, would like to though 🙂

    Reply
  3. lorrainereads – okay ill say i might have an obsession with books. I usually lean more towards sci?fi but i will read anything if I'm not catching up on my favorite trashy reality tv. Guilty pleasures are never easy to admit. But ill just admit right now I love those drug store romance novels they are always so predictable but i dont care they are a feel good type of book that never really let you down. Thats all i will say for now.
    Lorraine Duran says

    January 9, 2016 at 3:23 am

    I have not read any of Daryndas book but I think I might now they sound pretty amazing and a little creepy. But who doesn’t love creepy?

    Reply
  4. thereadingrebel – Hello my name is Nicole D.I am a hopeless romantic,book addict,crazy cat lady,lover of all things Jane Austen,rebel,and disciple of Jesus Christ.I run a book blog called The Reading Rebel where I review books,talk about books,and sometimes ramble on about random things. I also have a bookstagram under the username thereadingrebel.
    nicole says

    January 9, 2016 at 3:32 am

    No I haven’t but I have heard great things.

    Reply
  5. Nancy says

    January 9, 2016 at 5:49 am

    New author to me, thanks.

    Reply
  6. Kelly says

    January 9, 2016 at 6:28 am

    I absolutely LOVE this series and Darynda Jones! One of my go to favorites.

    Reply
  7. holdenj says

    January 9, 2016 at 6:30 am

    I have only read the one, but keep meaning to catch up with Charley!

    Reply
  8. theresajs
    Theresa says

    January 9, 2016 at 6:40 am

    This is one of my all time favorite series! I can’t wait for this book!!!

    Reply
  9. kamundsen44
    kim amundsen says

    January 9, 2016 at 7:25 am

    Nope new author for me. Love it when I come across one’s have not read more to read.

    Reply
  10. anne says

    January 9, 2016 at 8:12 am

    I have read this author’s unique and wonderful books which are fabulous.

    Reply
  11. Linda Kish
    Linda Kish says

    January 9, 2016 at 9:05 am

    I have not read anything by this author yet.

    Reply
  12. Renee Rousseau says

    January 9, 2016 at 10:38 am

    Author Darynda Jones is new to me. Looking forward to discovering her style.

    Reply
  13. Bonnie Hilligoss says

    January 9, 2016 at 11:49 am

    Unfortunately, I have not read any of Darynda’s books yet. I checked and have one downloaded. I’ve always read about and was interested in this series, but just never got started on it. Now sounds like a good time! Thanks for the giveaway!!

    Reply
  14. Margie says

    January 9, 2016 at 12:04 pm

    I haven’t read this author before, but this sounds like a good one. Thanks for the giveaway.

    Reply
  15. Michelle Willms – I am a professional reader, editor, blogger, and reviewer. I have experience in journalism, editing, grantwriting, PR, and other forms of writing. I have worked as a college professor in a past life, and have also been employed in many other interesting and not so interesting professions. I love writing, my family, animals, reading, writing, cooking, and reading some more. Did I mention reading and writing? If you'd like me to review your work, please send an email to me at michelle_willms@yahoo.com. I ONLY accept print copies for review.
    Michelle Willms says

    January 9, 2016 at 12:26 pm

    I love Darynda Jones. I haven’t read this entire series (I’ve somehow managed to miss a couple books in the very middle), but I’ve read most of it. I love her work. She always keeps me tearing through the pages.

    Reply
  16. April Mollenkopf says

    January 9, 2016 at 1:24 pm

    I love Darymfa Jones!!! Can’t wait for Ninth Grave!!!

    Reply
  17. Dee says

    January 9, 2016 at 3:50 pm

    I have read the entire series by this author.

    Reply
  18. Kim Perry says

    January 9, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    Yes! I love the Charley Davidson series!!

    Reply
  19. lorih824
    Lori H says

    January 9, 2016 at 8:03 pm

    Not yet 🙂

    Reply
  20. Marlene Howard says

    January 9, 2016 at 8:53 pm

    I have read up to book 8 but its on my tbr list. I love this series.

    Reply
  21. bn100 says

    January 10, 2016 at 5:23 pm

    never read this author

    Reply
  22. Angela T says

    January 10, 2016 at 10:11 pm

    No I don’t believe I have read any of the books by this author but I want to!

    Reply
  23. Amber says

    January 11, 2016 at 8:53 am

    I’ve read them all many, many times.

    Reply
  24. BookgirlVlP says

    January 11, 2016 at 9:10 am

    Darynda Jones is a fantastic writer and one after my own heart when it comes to Charley’s sarcasm. The stories lines are filled with humor, suspense, lots of twists and of course, Reyes ; ) Awesome author, awesome books. If you haven’t read any of Charley Davidson series, you are definitely missing out!

    Reply
  25. mIchala says

    January 11, 2016 at 9:22 am

    I love this series

    Reply
  26. Crystal Flannery says

    January 11, 2016 at 9:29 am

    I’ve read 1-5 of this series and LOVE it!

    Reply
  27. Traci Lecheler says

    January 11, 2016 at 9:35 am

    I have read all of Darynda Jones’ books. I keep hearing the song “Tomorrow” from Annie in my head. I cannot wait for this to be loaded onto my nook! (tomorrow-teehee) This is a fantastic series.

    Reply
  28. Sarah says

    January 11, 2016 at 9:36 am

    I’ve read the entire Charley Davidson series and can’t wait to read the new one!

    Reply
  29. Lynda says

    January 11, 2016 at 9:44 am

    I love this series and have been eagerly anticipating this edition of the story.

    Reply
  30. Kalina says

    January 11, 2016 at 9:55 am

    Best author ever!

    Reply
  31. Sonja says

    January 11, 2016 at 9:59 am

    Yes… I love this series, one of my favs!

    Reply
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    Esther Jones says

    January 11, 2016 at 10:21 am

    I’ve got the whole series in audiobook and ebook format, they just get better and better!

    Reply
  33. Mo says

    January 11, 2016 at 10:39 am

    I love this series and really want to read Ninth Grave!

    Reply
  34. Sherry – united states – Hi. I'm Sherry. My interests are books and photography. I'll be using my blog to tell you about books I love and would recommend and to show off some pretty awesome photos.
    sherry fundin says

    January 11, 2016 at 12:02 pm

    I have not read any of her work, but have seen her name bandied around. Would love to start with this one. 🙂

    Reply
  35. thewoodenshoe
    Amber Terry says

    January 11, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    I haven’t read any of this author’s work yet, but her books have been on my wish list for a while!

    Thanks for the chance to win 🙂

    Reply
  36. Karen Durban
    Karen Durban says

    January 11, 2016 at 6:53 pm

    I have read all of Charley’s books up to Eithth Grave. Love Darynda’s books!

    Reply
  37. Janie McGaugh
    Janie McGaugh says

    January 11, 2016 at 7:07 pm

    I’ve read 1-8 of the Charley Davidson books. Love them all!

    Reply
  38. Laura R – USA
    Laura says

    January 11, 2016 at 8:23 pm

    I love Darynda’s writing. I am behind on this series but just yesterday snagged 3 of this series paperbacks in very good condition, Planning on settling in for a long winter’s read.

    Reply
  39. taswmom
    TaswMom says

    January 11, 2016 at 10:09 pm

    No, I haven’t. I wasn’t even sure about wanting to read this book until I read your review. I’m glad you didn’t give spoilers except for one thing that sparked my interest. Thank you.

    Reply
  40. Brenda K Rambarran says

    January 12, 2016 at 7:11 am

    I have been with her from the very beginning and it is a great series of love, laughter, and the supernatural. Charley is a great heroine who gives hope to the dead while trying to figure out the living…which mainly includes her family. But never fear she has smoking hot Reyes, the son of Satan, to help her navigate the ups and downs of being the Grim Reaper. I have met Darynda Jones several times and she is phenomenal; just like Charley.

    Reply
  41. jeclark59
    Jeanne says

    January 12, 2016 at 6:32 pm

    This is a great series. I have read all of them.

    Reply
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    Recipe Fairy says

    January 14, 2016 at 8:08 am

    I haven’t ha the pleasure of reading any of her stuff yet, but it definitely seems interesting!

    Reply
  43. tracee says

    January 14, 2016 at 9:11 am

    I have not read this author before. I think my niece would enjoy her books though!

    Reply
  44. BookLady says

    January 14, 2016 at 8:14 pm

    Yes, I have read Darynda’s books. Love her Charley Davidson series!

    Reply

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