Between Jobs (City Between, #1)

by W R Gingell

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Between Jobs was a cool mix. A murder-mystery involving supernaturals and the worlds of Humans, the Between and the Behind. It offered a unique world and twist on paranormals while mixing in elements of humor.

Set in Hobart, Tasmania. I loved the Australian setting. The world building unfolded as Pet learned. On the plus side it kept the pace fast and light despite the dark grisly murders and freakishness of the Behind. There is more to be discovered and Gingell succeeded in making me want more.

I loved the characters. Each has a distinct personality and I enjoyed watching the dynamics that developed as they interacted. Even the Hobart police detective who seems immune to glamour added to the tale. It is clear there is something different about Pet. Zero is the leader of the psychos and we learn some interesting tidbits about him. JinYeoung only speaks Korean but his interaction with Pet is hilarious. Athelas cracks me up. He kind of sits back and finds humor in the interactions of the others, only stepping in when necessary.

Zehra Jane Naqvi narrates and did a splendid job capturing the voices of these characters, particularly our heroine Pet.

The story wrapped up fairly well concerning the books plot, but left lots of threads and questions. I am looking forward to listening to the next novel. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer