Jenn Bennett

Archaeologist Lowe Magnusson is packing something everyone wants. The djed amulet, a priceless Egyptian artifact, will fetch Lowe a hefty paycheck from one of San Francisco's wealthiest. But when the handsome Swede runs into his patron's uptight daughter, what he once considered easy money becomes maddeningly complicated. Cursed with deadly spirits as her constant companions, curator Hadley Bacall must keep calm to hold her dangerous specters at bay and prevent them from lashing out at anything-or anyone. Trouble is, Lowe is driving her crazy, but her father needs the artifact he's transporting. While Hadley can feel the amulet's power, she can't fathom the destruction-or the desire-it's about to stir up.

Grim Shadows

It’s the Roaring Twenties in foggy San Francisco. Prohibition is on, inhibitions are low, and dark magic is rolling into town… Archaeologist Lowe Magnusson is packing something everyone wants. The djed amulet, a priceless Egyptian artifact, will fetch Lowe a hefty paycheck from one of San Francisco’s wealthiest. But when the handsome Swede runs into his patron’s uptight daughter, what he once considered easy money becomes maddeningly complicated… Cursed with deadly spirits as her constant companions, curator Hadley Bacall must keep calm to hold her dangerous specters at bay and prevent them from lashing out at anything—or anyone. Trouble is, Lowe is driving her crazy, but her father needs the artifact he’s transporting. While Hadley can feel the amulet’s power, she can’t fathom the destruction—or the desire—it’s about to stir up.

Lover of Romance 

Grim Shadows was such a fun story and it was so great to get back to this series and this author. I just love books set in the roarin' twenties and it's so refreshing as it's really difficult to find books set in this era. I loved the whole setup with an archaeologist with a woman with mystical powers. There is an intense sense of danger, magic, and edgy thrills. I adored the way that we see this story being built and the focus on the romance was just right. I also enjoyed the way that this author developed this book and even though I didn't like the secret from the hero being drawn out as much as it was, it didn't bother me as much as it does in other books and I give all credit to the author on that. There is also a plus of having it being so gothic-like atmospheric, and I enjoyed the various factors that bring this story all together. The romance that develops is really wonderful, and I was on board with it all the way. I enjoyed how they work together to find the lost pieces of an artifact together and what secrets that become revealed in the ending was so fascinating. From beginning to end, this book kept me thrilled and drawn in. Definitely a solid installment and can't wait for the finale in the trilogy.

b.andherbooks

This was really delightful! I recently discovered Jenn Bennett when I heard about her new (and first) YA book, The Anatomical Shape of a Heart. 

Since I couldn't wait for that book, I decided to give this romance series a chance. Set in San Francisco in the Roaring Twenties with a supernatural twist, I was so pleased! Really great dialogue, a fun mystery revolving around a mysterious Egyptian artifact, an Indiana Jones type archaeologist, and a lovely, shy, but awesome lady who has really kick ass undergarments. The research and writing is truly superb, and it just goes to show that you don't need to be ashamed of reading in the mass market aisle. I'll definitely be reading more Jenn Bennett!

Also, the romance is really sweet, but also very, very steamy. I loved that Hadley was afraid of sex not because she was inexperienced (she wasn't, okay, a bit) but because she may unleash some dark evil creatures on the poor chap.

Grim Shadows

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