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Thrill of the Hunt #3
Skullduggery
Okay. I’ll admit I’ve got problems. But surrender is word wholly absent from my vocabulary.
My grasp on magic is shaky at best and my dependence on spider’s silk is a battle I’m still fighting. But while my heritage and my health might be problematic, I’m certainly not going to roll over and give up.
Not me. Not ever.
With Hugo Pemberville and his skilled band of Prime treasure hunters by my side, I'm drawn into a quest for a mythical golden skull. This artefact might just be the breakthrough needed to shed light on the enduring mystery of Lady Rose's disappearance - but the search for it will force me down a twisty path filled with unexpected revelations.
The echoes of the past have never felt quite so close to home.
Skullduggery is the third book in the urban fantasy series Thrill of the Hunt. Expect dangerous magic, heart-rending romance and thrilling, unexpected adventure.
My grasp on magic is shaky at best and my dependence on spider’s silk is a battle I’m still fighting. But while my heritage and my health might be problematic, I’m certainly not going to roll over and give up.
Not me. Not ever.
With Hugo Pemberville and his skilled band of Prime treasure hunters by my side, I'm drawn into a quest for a mythical golden skull. This artefact might just be the breakthrough needed to shed light on the enduring mystery of Lady Rose's disappearance - but the search for it will force me down a twisty path filled with unexpected revelations.
The echoes of the past have never felt quite so close to home.
Skullduggery is the third book in the urban fantasy series Thrill of the Hunt. Expect dangerous magic, heart-rending romance and thrilling, unexpected adventure.
296 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 17, 2024
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June 17, 2024
Skulduggery by Helen Harper is the third book in her Thrill of the Hunt series and it was absolutely perfect! The action careened through the book, the romance was swoon worthy, the humour was weaved delicately throughout. And the best thing, there was a wee bit of time travel which I always adore. 💗
It had everything I love in an urban fantasy book and a few things I didn't know I needed. This series truly is phenomenal and I urge you all to read it immediately. It is in Kindle Unlimited and it is also available in audio.
It had everything I love in an urban fantasy book and a few things I didn't know I needed. This series truly is phenomenal and I urge you all to read it immediately. It is in Kindle Unlimited and it is also available in audio.
June 20, 2024
Whew! After the first two books in this series, I was concerned I may have found books I actually DON’T like from one of my favorite people and authors. BUT, this installment saved the day, WOOHOOH!!!
The things that have niggled at me before are being worked out and SO many threads come together in this story to deepen and increase our love and understanding of both Daisy and her world. We find out who her biological parents really are, we see what it takes and how to overcome her addiction, and her relationship with Hugo takes off for real! *sigh* I just knew Ms. Harper wouldn’t let us down if we just persevered!
Now, I cannot wait to dive in to the next and final book the minute it publishes!
The things that have niggled at me before are being worked out and SO many threads come together in this story to deepen and increase our love and understanding of both Daisy and her world. We find out who her biological parents really are, we see what it takes and how to overcome her addiction, and her relationship with Hugo takes off for real! *sigh* I just knew Ms. Harper wouldn’t let us down if we just persevered!
Now, I cannot wait to dive in to the next and final book the minute it publishes!
June 26, 2024
3.5 stars
There were things that I was happy about:
- Daisy finally able to control her magic (you need to read HOW she could do it though)
- Daisy learning more about her birth situation ()
- Daisy and Hugo acknowledged their feelings towards one another
- The answer behind the disappearance of Lady Rose
... BUT, I wasn't satisfied with the whole
Still an enjoyable addition to the series though. Look forward to the final one in September
There were things that I was happy about:
- Daisy finally able to control her magic (you need to read HOW she could do it though)
- Daisy learning more about her birth situation ()
- Daisy and Hugo acknowledged their feelings towards one another
- The answer behind the disappearance of Lady Rose
... BUT, I wasn't satisfied with the whole
Still an enjoyable addition to the series though. Look forward to the final one in September
June 28, 2024
What a time traveling adventure
June 27, 2024
*Source* Kindle Unlimited
*Genre* Urban Fantasy
*Rating* 3.5-4
*Thoughts*
Skullduggery by Helen Harper is the third installment in the authors Thrill of the Hunt series. Key Characters: Daisy Carter, and Hugo Pemberville. Daisy Carter is a low-elf living in Edinburgh, Scotland. She is addicted to spider silk because it helps control her magic. She has two brownies (Hester & Otis) who she rescued from a curse. She has recently come under the guidance of Hugo Pemberville who is a treasure hunter.
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*Genre* Urban Fantasy
*Rating* 3.5-4
*Thoughts*
Skullduggery by Helen Harper is the third installment in the authors Thrill of the Hunt series. Key Characters: Daisy Carter, and Hugo Pemberville. Daisy Carter is a low-elf living in Edinburgh, Scotland. She is addicted to spider silk because it helps control her magic. She has two brownies (Hester & Otis) who she rescued from a curse. She has recently come under the guidance of Hugo Pemberville who is a treasure hunter.
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June 22, 2024
This third book in this series was my favourite one so far. Daisy is trying hard to train herself physically, magically and to wean herself slowly off her spider's silk dependency. Working with Hugo Pemberville and his team of Prime is hard going, but it will all be worth it in the end!
When she is offered a job, hunting for a long lost magical skull, Daisy enlists the help of Hugo and his Primes and off they go gallivanting around the hills, along with Daisy's two brownie friends, Otis and Hester. These two are the most hilarious sidekicks I have come across!
Daisy is successful in her hunt, but that success is short-lived when she is surprised by a visitor and accidentally triggers the magic in the skull. She ends up some when else and boy does she have a hard time dealing with everything that happens next. However, this trip through time answers so many of Daisy's questions and makes her understand more about her own history and life! I loved finding out about all this and hope that now Daisy knows her own history, she can start to deal with it all in a happier way!
This book was a great read and the love definitely fully blossomed this time! I always knew it would, but I did squeal when Daisy and Hugo finally revealed their feelings for each other! If you are looking for a great urban fantasy with a touch of romance thrown in for good measure along with lots of humour and witty banter, then this series is definitely for you!
I received an ARC copy of this book, but this review is my own, honest one! Thank you Helen for another fantastic read. I can't wait to read the next one!
When she is offered a job, hunting for a long lost magical skull, Daisy enlists the help of Hugo and his Primes and off they go gallivanting around the hills, along with Daisy's two brownie friends, Otis and Hester. These two are the most hilarious sidekicks I have come across!
Daisy is successful in her hunt, but that success is short-lived when she is surprised by a visitor and accidentally triggers the magic in the skull. She ends up some when else and boy does she have a hard time dealing with everything that happens next. However, this trip through time answers so many of Daisy's questions and makes her understand more about her own history and life! I loved finding out about all this and hope that now Daisy knows her own history, she can start to deal with it all in a happier way!
This book was a great read and the love definitely fully blossomed this time! I always knew it would, but I did squeal when Daisy and Hugo finally revealed their feelings for each other! If you are looking for a great urban fantasy with a touch of romance thrown in for good measure along with lots of humour and witty banter, then this series is definitely for you!
I received an ARC copy of this book, but this review is my own, honest one! Thank you Helen for another fantastic read. I can't wait to read the next one!
August 8, 2024
Another fun treasure hunt with Daisy and the gang.
'Skullduggery' is full of revelations. Some of them I had already guessed, some I did not, but it was a fun adventure.
The next book should be the last one in the series. I am curious how it will all end up.
'Skullduggery' is full of revelations. Some of them I had already guessed, some I did not, but it was a fun adventure.
The next book should be the last one in the series. I am curious how it will all end up.
September 30, 2024
Fun and exciting installment in the series!
September 22, 2024
more like 3.8 stars but i rounded up because of warm fuzzy feels.
the first half started a bit slow for me, and i was a bit disappointed that we kind of glossed over daisy living at hugo's castle. i was actually looking forward to reading about how he would devote care and training to her (basically i wanted the details) and to see daisy really struggle to fight against her addiction, but it was neatly summarized into a couple paragraphs about her just tiring herself through training. and then there was the time traveling plot which i wasn't really thrilled about BUT it led to really poignant and touching moments that i came to appreciate.
it seems ridiculous that things that happen in the past don't really affect the future, but overlooking that, i thought it was so sweet that daisy gets to meet her parents (well she's happy to meet one of them) and to find out the truth. honestly, the big surprises aren't really that BIG and can easily be predicted but it still hit me and so i appreciated it.
i love that in the end, it's the parents who are trying to do their best for their kids (and it was funny that current day hugo and daisy were older than their parents when they go back in time) and it's nice to see certain things come full circle (daisy with the note that hugo pens, daisy and hugo dropping off baby daisy at the hospital her adoptive parents will pick her up at, etc.) and i really appreciated the family nature of this book. it almost read as a finale except we still have daisy's father to deal with.
i know he's being set up as a villain but a part of me hopes that like he's not suuuuper evil and is (in his own twisted way) trying to show parental love idk. but the slow burn is finally taking off and it was definitely a slow burn but i like their underlying friendship.
the first half started a bit slow for me, and i was a bit disappointed that we kind of glossed over daisy living at hugo's castle. i was actually looking forward to reading about how he would devote care and training to her (basically i wanted the details) and to see daisy really struggle to fight against her addiction, but it was neatly summarized into a couple paragraphs about her just tiring herself through training. and then there was the time traveling plot which i wasn't really thrilled about BUT it led to really poignant and touching moments that i came to appreciate.
it seems ridiculous that things that happen in the past don't really affect the future, but overlooking that, i thought it was so sweet that daisy gets to meet her parents (well she's happy to meet one of them) and to find out the truth. honestly, the big surprises aren't really that BIG and can easily be predicted but it still hit me and so i appreciated it.
i love that in the end, it's the parents who are trying to do their best for their kids (and it was funny that current day hugo and daisy were older than their parents when they go back in time) and it's nice to see certain things come full circle (daisy with the note that hugo pens, daisy and hugo dropping off baby daisy at the hospital her adoptive parents will pick her up at, etc.) and i really appreciated the family nature of this book. it almost read as a finale except we still have daisy's father to deal with.
i know he's being set up as a villain but a part of me hopes that like he's not suuuuper evil and is (in his own twisted way) trying to show parental love idk. but the slow burn is finally taking off and it was definitely a slow burn but i like their underlying friendship.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 21, 2024
Good
Daisy Carter is trying to kick her spider silk habit, so a new treasure hunt seems like a really good way of distracting herself from her troubles.
It’s a good opportunity though, and she thinks that it might be a way to help out her friend Hugo.
In the blink of an eye, everything changes, and Daisy finds herself in far more trouble than she expected. With vampires, fiends, and far more trouble than she could have expected, she discovers herself on a road which will answer both hers, and Hugo’s questions.
So many questions are answered over the course of this book, and it’s actually not all a surprise (though I am sure some of it will be) to the discerning reader, but there are enough twists and turns to keep you guessing anyway.
I did enjoy, quite a bit, the linking threads of fate that wove through the story, I always like seeing things match up so beautifully!
This is a fun, and quite fast paced third book in this series. Daisy, Hugo, and her two brownie companions, are fun characters to read about, and the overarching story as a whole, is engrossing. The world it’s all set in, is unique and yet also traditional, and I’m quite looking forward to reading the next book (though I hope the world may continue to be written about beyond that one!).
An enjoyable series for contemporary fantasy fans, and those who enjoy fantasy with a smattering of folklore woven into it. Well worth the read.
Daisy Carter is trying to kick her spider silk habit, so a new treasure hunt seems like a really good way of distracting herself from her troubles.
It’s a good opportunity though, and she thinks that it might be a way to help out her friend Hugo.
In the blink of an eye, everything changes, and Daisy finds herself in far more trouble than she expected. With vampires, fiends, and far more trouble than she could have expected, she discovers herself on a road which will answer both hers, and Hugo’s questions.
So many questions are answered over the course of this book, and it’s actually not all a surprise (though I am sure some of it will be) to the discerning reader, but there are enough twists and turns to keep you guessing anyway.
I did enjoy, quite a bit, the linking threads of fate that wove through the story, I always like seeing things match up so beautifully!
This is a fun, and quite fast paced third book in this series. Daisy, Hugo, and her two brownie companions, are fun characters to read about, and the overarching story as a whole, is engrossing. The world it’s all set in, is unique and yet also traditional, and I’m quite looking forward to reading the next book (though I hope the world may continue to be written about beyond that one!).
An enjoyable series for contemporary fantasy fans, and those who enjoy fantasy with a smattering of folklore woven into it. Well worth the read.
September 21, 2024
Hmmmm….
There was very little down time in this third book, it was very action packed and lots of information told in a pretty clever way. I think the thing that keeps me from liking this more is the time travel aspect. While I thought it was pretty great how Ms Harper gave hints of the time travel aspect, I truly am not buying that their meddling in the past didn’t change anything in the present even though it seems like the future depended on them meddling. My brain hurts trying to rationalize it, so I’ll just accept that it was well done and a very interesting story.
I’m a little confused about Gordon’s involvement, was it his dad who broke Lady Rose’s ward in 1994? Did Gordon know the truth in 2024 and just had to bide his time and keep his mouth shut? Again, time travel seems problematic as a trope, but it was fun. I’m eager to see how this all resolves in the next book and hope I can wait for the audiobook because I enjoy Ruth Urquhart as the narrator.
Please, Ms Harper, will you please discontinue using the filler words? “Yeah, yeah” is in most of your series, and this one has “cumbumbling bullocks” which was distracting for me.
There was very little down time in this third book, it was very action packed and lots of information told in a pretty clever way. I think the thing that keeps me from liking this more is the time travel aspect. While I thought it was pretty great how Ms Harper gave hints of the time travel aspect, I truly am not buying that their meddling in the past didn’t change anything in the present even though it seems like the future depended on them meddling. My brain hurts trying to rationalize it, so I’ll just accept that it was well done and a very interesting story.
I’m a little confused about Gordon’s involvement, was it his dad who broke Lady Rose’s ward in 1994? Did Gordon know the truth in 2024 and just had to bide his time and keep his mouth shut? Again, time travel seems problematic as a trope, but it was fun. I’m eager to see how this all resolves in the next book and hope I can wait for the audiobook because I enjoy Ruth Urquhart as the narrator.
Please, Ms Harper, will you please discontinue using the filler words? “Yeah, yeah” is in most of your series, and this one has “cumbumbling bullocks” which was distracting for me.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 14, 2024
This is a thrilling five-star read. This is number three in the Thrill of the hunt series, and they all build an amazing picture, and make you care so deeply for Daisy that your heart breaks for her. I had a feeling that one of the reveals was what I was thinking, but honestly it still blew me away, there are so many twists and moments that will leave you with your heart in your mouth and wondering what next!! There are so many complex and thrilling characters that there are too many to name, but Hugo must get a special mention as he really has come out of his little toddler self into a man you would be proud to call your own. That being said Hester, Otis and Dutchess will always stay with me, long after the series ends, as they are just characters that you can’t ignore. This storyline deals with drug abuse, and how its not always just straight addiction, it was so nice to see another side portrayed, as usually we just get how it’s the addicts fault, how they are the guilty party, and that’s not life, life is so much more complex.
June 27, 2024
Title: Skullduggery (Thrill of the hunt book three)
Author: Helen Harper
Rating: 4/5
Pages: 296
Also available on Kindle unlimited.
A fabulous little palate cleanser before I make a star on my book club book.
The back story was predictable, so I was in smug mode when I got it right. However, it was cleverly written.
I liked the time loop that Daisy was destined to go in time. The vampire fights were brilliant, and I felt frustrated for Daisy when she was conned by the police.
Another great cosy read by Helen Harper. It's not one of my favourite series but it's still a big ole cwtch in a book.
Enemies to lovers. Magic. Treasure. Creatures. Time travel. What more can you need!
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*Note from me: I never want to dim people's shine. It's brave for the author to put themselves out there in the public eye. Books/stories are personal preferences. What might be my cup of tea may not be yours. And vice Versa! Keep on creating!
Author: Helen Harper
Rating: 4/5
Pages: 296
Also available on Kindle unlimited.
A fabulous little palate cleanser before I make a star on my book club book.
The back story was predictable, so I was in smug mode when I got it right. However, it was cleverly written.
I liked the time loop that Daisy was destined to go in time. The vampire fights were brilliant, and I felt frustrated for Daisy when she was conned by the police.
Another great cosy read by Helen Harper. It's not one of my favourite series but it's still a big ole cwtch in a book.
Enemies to lovers. Magic. Treasure. Creatures. Time travel. What more can you need!
Have you read this book or series?
Will you give it a go?
What's your favourite urban fantasy book at the moment?
*Note from me: I never want to dim people's shine. It's brave for the author to put themselves out there in the public eye. Books/stories are personal preferences. What might be my cup of tea may not be yours. And vice Versa! Keep on creating!
June 25, 2024
Daisy is a low elf with unusual powers, which she has turned to drugs to control, for the safety of herself and others. In a moment of desperation, she became a treasure hunter, and acquired two brownie companions during a race to beat celebrity hunter Hugo Pemberville in finding a lost and powerful artifact. Now, she works closely with Hugo and his team on commissioned hunts, but has ended up discovering secrets, as well as treasure.
In this third instalment, Daisy is commissioned to find an ancient artifact, which, it is hoped, will solve a thirty-year-old mysterious disappearance.
These books are so much fun to read, even though they deal with difficult themes. There is so much compassion here, such a celebration of individuality, and a healthy amount of snark and swearing to lighten it all up. The pace is rollicking, the characters are loveable and / or intriguing as needed, the writing is perfection. Go read it, you'll enjoy it!
In this third instalment, Daisy is commissioned to find an ancient artifact, which, it is hoped, will solve a thirty-year-old mysterious disappearance.
These books are so much fun to read, even though they deal with difficult themes. There is so much compassion here, such a celebration of individuality, and a healthy amount of snark and swearing to lighten it all up. The pace is rollicking, the characters are loveable and / or intriguing as needed, the writing is perfection. Go read it, you'll enjoy it!
June 30, 2024
The third installment in this particular series by Helen Harper and it certainly kept the thrill of the hunt going - even taking us for a wee bit of time travel. I do really like Daisy and I'm glad a cast of familiar characters was back particularly the brownies - I'm rather fond of them - this allows you to feel like you are really part of Daisy's world. There was some revelations in this book that the previous books had foreshadowed and definitely some good solid treasure hunting. I think I did find a few moments towards the end a little too 'neatly tied in a bow - look it's all getting fixed how you would like it' but that didn't detract at all from the overall quality of the story. I would more lean towards 4 and half stars and will absolutely be reading book number four when it is released as this is the one that will wrap up the series. This one is a must read - you will love it just for the change of eras.
June 30, 2024
Book three in the series and can I just say that, "I called it!" I predicted who Daisy's birth mother was back in book one and I was right! Huzzah! But that's not the point...
Book three is all about finding a golden skull, solving the mystery of Lady Rose, unpicking Daisy's heritage, and Daisy getting help (from a super unlikely source) on how to finally get control of her magic without the use of drugs!
The book was interesting, it advanced Daisy's character development and her relationship with Hugo, answered a lot of questions and set up what is sure to be an epic finale for book four!
I love the pace of this series, the humour, the found family and the heart of the characters. Definitely recommend for UF fans!
Book three is all about finding a golden skull, solving the mystery of Lady Rose, unpicking Daisy's heritage, and Daisy getting help (from a super unlikely source) on how to finally get control of her magic without the use of drugs!
The book was interesting, it advanced Daisy's character development and her relationship with Hugo, answered a lot of questions and set up what is sure to be an epic finale for book four!
I love the pace of this series, the humour, the found family and the heart of the characters. Definitely recommend for UF fans!
June 18, 2024
Often times, it's in book three where I start to bore of the same characters in a series. I have a short attention span, especially I'd subject matter is tough. I've never had that happen with a Helen Harper book, and that flawless record is continuing for this series! She has a way of addressing even serious themes in her books while keeping them from getting heavy and hard to read. I still love the characters and look forward to their journeys and where if will take them. This, like much if Helen's writing is light and fun and keeps me interested until the end. Looking forward to the next chapter in the series!
June 19, 2024
Every series she writes is spectacular
I don’t know how Helen Harper does it. Each series is better than the last and each book in the series is fantastic. Daisy is back and the treasure this time is her story itself. We find out more about Daisy and her roots as well as the mystery of Lady Rose. Her relationship with Hugo is growing deeper and she is falling for him fast. The treasure team is on a mission and the only thing that stands in their way are some pesky supernaturals. Last weekend saw, there was a huge spoiler and more of that story is told as well. I cannot wait for the final book.
I don’t know how Helen Harper does it. Each series is better than the last and each book in the series is fantastic. Daisy is back and the treasure this time is her story itself. We find out more about Daisy and her roots as well as the mystery of Lady Rose. Her relationship with Hugo is growing deeper and she is falling for him fast. The treasure team is on a mission and the only thing that stands in their way are some pesky supernaturals. Last weekend saw, there was a huge spoiler and more of that story is told as well. I cannot wait for the final book.
June 18, 2024
Ha, I knew it! Okay, some of it but this is once again another fabulous book with a lot of action, full of humour and suspense, cuteness and some slooooooooooow burning love.
Imaginative and simply wonderful, this book carries our badass heroine, her tiny sidekicks and her partner back through time on the quest to solve a mystery or two.
I loved every single page of this amazing book and am already counting down the days till the fourth and final book comes out. I've read and really loved several of the author's series but this one is my absolute favourite so far!
Imaginative and simply wonderful, this book carries our badass heroine, her tiny sidekicks and her partner back through time on the quest to solve a mystery or two.
I loved every single page of this amazing book and am already counting down the days till the fourth and final book comes out. I've read and really loved several of the author's series but this one is my absolute favourite so far!
June 19, 2024
A really good one
I have loved most of Harper’s work and liked what I didn’t love. The plots are tight and purposeful and even though some of the tropes are to be expected, I have still enjoyed the journey through. While the author obviously indicates that a final book is coming, the series could wrap here and the reader would still be satisfied. It’s not one of those books with a serious cliffhanger which I really appreciate. I think every book should be able to stand on its own without the rest of the series. Kudos to Harper. This is a good one.
I have loved most of Harper’s work and liked what I didn’t love. The plots are tight and purposeful and even though some of the tropes are to be expected, I have still enjoyed the journey through. While the author obviously indicates that a final book is coming, the series could wrap here and the reader would still be satisfied. It’s not one of those books with a serious cliffhanger which I really appreciate. I think every book should be able to stand on its own without the rest of the series. Kudos to Harper. This is a good one.
June 27, 2024
Thoroughly predictable
I need to preface this by saying that I appreciate the work that was done; it’s not easy to write a book, and I don’t know if anything that I could create would be better. This installment was much less exciting or enjoyable than the previous two. and the “big reveal “ was a cliched, overdone trope that was accurately predicted within the first 5 chapters. I am fairly certain that my toddler could have predicted what the plot twists and outcome would be. This book didn’t live up to my expectations.
I need to preface this by saying that I appreciate the work that was done; it’s not easy to write a book, and I don’t know if anything that I could create would be better. This installment was much less exciting or enjoyable than the previous two. and the “big reveal “ was a cliched, overdone trope that was accurately predicted within the first 5 chapters. I am fairly certain that my toddler could have predicted what the plot twists and outcome would be. This book didn’t live up to my expectations.
June 9, 2024
I enjoyed this as much as the first two books. The overall story arc moves along, the characters keep developing, and I truly enjoy imagining them all tootling around Edinburgh.
The reveal I suspect we all knew was coming happens, but not how I expected so that was good - I did have a couple of niggles with unanswered questions but not enough to tear me out of the story.
I am really looking forward to the final book!
The reveal I suspect we all knew was coming happens, but not how I expected so that was good - I did have a couple of niggles with unanswered questions but not enough to tear me out of the story.
I am really looking forward to the final book!
June 17, 2024
Such a fantastic story. This author has a way of writing stories that are so magical, in more ways than one, and you feel like you are actually there with the characters. The writing is spot-on, the characters are detailed and complex, and the story line is always decently paced and intricate in it's detail. I loved going on this journey with the characters and I look forward to many more adventure! Well done to the author!
June 19, 2024
This one was a bit of a slower read for me but I did enjoy the continued challenges Daisy and Hugo face as they treasure hunt--into quite a muddle over Daisy's past. I found the emotions deeper than Harper normally offers later on in the book and enjoyed that insight into the characters, who are usually more one-dimensional and surface-level. I think this book gives a lot of closure while leaving the main conflict open for book 4. A very light-hearted romp of an urban fantasy.
June 20, 2024
3.5 stars a confirmation of suspicions
It’s not like it wasn’t blindingly obvious who her mother is. But this was a nice tie up of all the loose ends, a plausible method of magic control is suggested. All that’s left for the fourth book is kicking the habit, maybe one last show down with dad, and a HEA. I didn’t rate this higher because it just wasn’t as enjoyable as the first two.
It’s not like it wasn’t blindingly obvious who her mother is. But this was a nice tie up of all the loose ends, a plausible method of magic control is suggested. All that’s left for the fourth book is kicking the habit, maybe one last show down with dad, and a HEA. I didn’t rate this higher because it just wasn’t as enjoyable as the first two.
June 20, 2024
I am so glad I discovered Helen Harper's books. Skullduggery provides as much of a rollicking frolicking good time as any of her other books. Full of adventure, humour and heart, her stories capture and keep my attention all throughout. Two thumbs up for the 3rd book in The thrill of the hunt series. I am already looking forward to book 4!
Also: narrator Ruth Urquhart does a fabulous job bringing story and characters to life.
Also: narrator Ruth Urquhart does a fabulous job bringing story and characters to life.
June 20, 2024
5 star addition to the series
Never have her actions mattered so much as to what Daisy should do next.
So it’s master your magic, find the treasure, unravel the mystery of Lady Rose, not get killed and admit your feelings to Hugo.
It’s all in a weeks work.
Part three of this series answers some questions but draws you in for what might be next . Happy to visit the world of Daisy, Hester, Otis alongside Hugo and his primes whenever they are on the hunt.
Never have her actions mattered so much as to what Daisy should do next.
So it’s master your magic, find the treasure, unravel the mystery of Lady Rose, not get killed and admit your feelings to Hugo.
It’s all in a weeks work.
Part three of this series answers some questions but draws you in for what might be next . Happy to visit the world of Daisy, Hester, Otis alongside Hugo and his primes whenever they are on the hunt.
July 9, 2024
Couldn't put it down!
I love a good story that doesn't always go where you think it's going. This is fast paced and keeps you wanting to see what's going to happen next. Love the Brownies, I can't help but hear the voices of Wanda and Cosmo on Fairly Odd Parents as I'm reading their lines. Daisy and Hugo are wonderful together in a fun loving yet snarkey way. Looking forward to book 4.
I love a good story that doesn't always go where you think it's going. This is fast paced and keeps you wanting to see what's going to happen next. Love the Brownies, I can't help but hear the voices of Wanda and Cosmo on Fairly Odd Parents as I'm reading their lines. Daisy and Hugo are wonderful together in a fun loving yet snarkey way. Looking forward to book 4.
September 29, 2024
I have read many of Helen Harper's book series and haven't been disappointed yet. I can't wait to read the next book. However, the number of times she mentions people licking their lips in all the series is bananas. If you took a shot for every time the characters lick their lips, you would be so drunk you wouldn't be able to finish reading the books. That is my only critique.
If you haven't read the firebrand series, I highly recommend it. Although there is a lot of lip licking in that, too.
If you haven't read the firebrand series, I highly recommend it. Although there is a lot of lip licking in that, too.
June 7, 2024
Daisy is drawn into the mystery of Lady Rose’s disappearance. Skullduggery is just more brilliance. It’s funny, it’s tense, it’s fast-moving and basically, just very, very good.
There’s a bit of time-travel in this one - back into the near distant past of 1994 which really added an interesting new layer to the story. Loved it!
There’s a bit of time-travel in this one - back into the near distant past of 1994 which really added an interesting new layer to the story. Loved it!
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