Black Arts

Black Arts (2014) Faith Hunter

And now I’m all caught up on Jane Yellowrock–at least until the new book comes out in October.

The book opens with Jane under attack–from Evan Trueblood, who believes that Jane is hiding his wife, Molly.

Jane and Evan came to an uneasy truce in an earlier book, but Molly has not returned any of Jane’s calls and messages.

There are a several important scenes, including Jane sparring with Leo, and the resolution of Jane’s relationship with Rick. (I was pleased with how things turned out; I have never been a fan of Rocky Bo.) And Jane finally opens up to Aggie One Feather, which is something that has been a long time coming, although I’m not sure that Jane could have told Aggie the truth when they first met, without Aggie knowing her better.

One of the things I particularly like is that the situation with Molly spanned several books. Evangelina’s death (and Molly’s dealing with her own part in it), were not things that could have been easily brushed off and gotten past. Molly and Jane both needed times to come to terms with Evangelina’s death, and it would not have been true to either Molly or Jane for there to have been a quick and easy forgiveness. I appreciate that their resolution felt true to their characters.

I also appreciate Jane’s mixed emotions regarding her house guests. She is by nature solitary, and as much as she loves her family of choice, it is hard for her to lose her solitude.

And another great cover (even if I again quibble with Jane’s clothes). We again have the model who looks like Jane, is in a position of power, and even if her arms are bare, is dressed for action.

I think I love ROC for these covers.
Rating: 8.5/10

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