Demons of the Sun by Cindi Madsen

 

Release Date: 9/4/12

Crescent Moon Press

 

Persephone didn’t ask to be the guardian of Hades Dagger, an artifact Hades forged to turn demons into daywalkers. She didn’t ask for the demon blood running through her veins that allows her to touch the thing, either.And she definitely didn’t ask for Jax, a cocky Warrior, to barge into her life and proclaim himself her bodyguard now that Hades wants his dagger back.

Forced to deal with this reality, along with an increase in demon attacks, and the fact members of the Order of Zeus keep turning up dead, Persephone finds her hands full.

When demons tell Persephone that she’s one of them she’s appalled... And a little intoxicated by the power she feels when they call her their queen. Telling Jax about her demon side might turn him away from her forever...

Something bad is brewing, and if Persephone doesn’t figure out a solution, and soon she’ll be responsible for unleashing Hell on Earth.

 

 

I have a slight obsession with all things Greek Mythology, so I kinda knew going in that I would love this one. I also happen to think the author, Cindi Madsen, is pretty much made of all things awesome and witty, so that gave me a good clue, too. But I never expected to like this story as much as I did, where I was getting angry with my Kindle as the percent left kept getting smaller and smaller.

 

Demons of the Sun has everything I love about this genre: a relatable, strong, snarky heroine with hidden depths and vulnerability; a smooth-talking, hot as heck boy with a major protective vibe and sweet side to boot; a vivid setting--New Orleans--filled with mystery and cool details (okay, that just so happens to be where I grew up, so bonus points); and an array of secondary characters that added richness to the story and brought out different sides to our main girl, Persephone.

 

The action and pacing was spot on and perfect. In an effort to get healthy and reward myself while doing so, I often carve out my reading time by walking on the treadmill. I kid you not, I slowed down my pace so I could stay on the darn thing longer, just so I could keep reading. And when I finished the book on my recent plane ride back from Toronto, I may've been getting into the action scenes a bit much by jerking my body and fist pumping the air. It's all right...I'm used to odd looks in public. But seriously, the action was fun and paired with just the right amount of swoon-worthy romance.

 

Jax is one of my new book boyfriends....and I have to say, um, so is Adrastos.Yes, Jax wins this round for sure and is totally the right person for Persephone, but I can't help loving how Cindi crafted Adrastos. I didn't get nearly enough of these two yummy boys and have my eyes, fingers, and toes crossed that we may get to read more in the future (ahem, cough, cough. ~eyes Ms. Madsen~)

 

If you love paranormal, heroines who kick butt, hot protective book boyfriends that make you swoon, and are a sucker for all things Greek Mythology like me, Demons of the Sun is the perfect book for you.

 

 

 

 

Cindi Madsen sits at her computer every chance she gets, plotting revising, and falling in love with her characters. Sometimes it makes her a crazy person. Without it, she’d be even crazier. She has way too many shoes, but can always find a reason to buy a new pretty pair, especially if they’re sparkly, colorful, or super tall. She loves music, dancing, and wishes summer lasted all year long. She lives in Colorado (where summer is most definitely NOT all year long) with her husband and three children.

 

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