Double Trouble (Magical Romantic Comedies #9)

Cyndi

Rating: really liked it
Our heroine has been in trouble all her life. As a matter of fact she didn't just grow up in the system, she grew up in jail. When our hero gets a look at her he decides to help her get out of jail, by whatever means. Meanwhile his sister wants to rule the world. Well, we all need goals in life.
Now if only our hero can figure out why the courts were so determined to keep our heroine in jail. Before she gets killed.
Cute book! I love this paranormal comedy romance series!

Natalie

Rating: really liked it
Not one of my favourites in the series but I expect it will grow on me. The blurb gives nothing away. Starts cheerfully insane and dissolves into surprise and chaos. It is in line with the other stories but it does feel like there is less action, despite there being numerous threats of violence. There is info dumps and it does get a little bit rambling. Still it’s enjoyable and like the others has a background dark theme. Would’ve liked to seen more romance or interaction with Dean, but I can see why.

So, I Read This Book Today

Rating: really liked it
Excellent! Read This Now-you will love it!

Then, read the rest of the series. It really is marvelous. Ms Blain's books are the only ones on my auto buy-and her magical romantic comedies with a body count are my favorites (though her other works are great too - especially Jesse Alexander) but I still adore MC wabc the most!

More than her others in this series, Double Trouble broke my heart. Layla is an incredible character, and after everything that happened in her life, she is still innocent and kind. As you get to know her and her history, you can't help but understand her and her reactions to her life after learning about what her life was-and should have been. R J does a wonderful job making Layla realistic in her reactions - and the underlying world continues as some of my favorite characters pop up to add to the story with their own particular brand of lunacy and love. Knowing this was coming out, I went back and read the whole series - for approximately the 6th or so time. They are my "go to reads" when I need a smile! Can't wait to get the next!

Freya

Rating: really liked it
Bad book. Three scenes of expose- telling not showing.
These books used to have a plot with humor and zany characters.
Now it’s just a special snowflake woman that everybody loves with a weird geneology and unbelievable talents.
I am done with this series and writer.

Tiffany Lekanoff

Rating: really liked it
R.J. Blaine You’ve Done it Again

I’ve always loved R.J. Blaine’s A Romantic Comedy (with a body count) series since I stumbled upon it a year ago or so. And this book is no exception it has to be my third- no fourth favorite of the series besides the Cinderhorn and her Medusa (can’t remember their species name) Prince.

I couldn’t put Double Trouble down until I finished it. And I’m honestly hoping our succubus meets my favorite Cinderhorn. They would be a blast together (pun intended).

Read your copy today!

Cory Cravens

Rating: really liked it
Holy Crap!

This has to be one of the best books I've ever read. It was absolutely enjoyable from beginning to end. It has angels, unicorns, the Devil, and so much more. The main character is flawed in the best ways. The way the story is written is genius. I have never laughed out loud with any other book like I did this one. Truly a joy to read. You will love this book.

William Howe

Rating: really liked it
Frustrating

Such an interesting world; such terrible writing.

It’s really not bad. The problem is it all tends to be one note. The banter flies so fast it can be a struggle to figure out who is speaking at times. But it’s almost passionless. The emotions come in small bursts that are too easily deflected with wittiness.

Then there is the over-explaining of future plans, most of which never come to fruition. Grandiose ADD nonsense babble that eats pages without advancing any plot or character development. It gets detailed about things that don’t matter at all and repetitive to an annoying level.

Worst of all, nothing happened. The whole plot involved one paragraph of action. A lot of threats (and one family quasi-brawl that was effectively a pillow fight) but the antagonists only appear in one scene and were summarily dealt with.

This series continues to deteriorate. Which is sad. The author has written much better.

This was vaguely amusing, but I really can’t recommend it.

Lara

Rating: really liked it
Good, but...

I really love this series. The humor is great, the imaginative world is so original it's enthralling, and the characters are usually so real you can see them in front of you. However, this author has a tendency to ramble when she writes. Sometimes, I never actually see the point she is trying to make and as a result, I sometimes end her books with more questions than answers. Several in the series are this way and several are not.

This book was good, but needed more depth and more story. I felt like I read a novel but received the depth of character and plot I would get from a novella.

So, if you're looking into this series, start with Hoofin' it, which is freaking amazing and recognize that this one is good but not her best.

For those that care: her books are generally extremely clean in the bedroom, but have violence and cursing.

Julie

Rating: really liked it
Another delightful romp with angels, devils, demons, and unicorns

This Magical RomCom was so fun! And the twists, turns, and cameos were great surprises. A convict (damned cupcakes!), two unicorns, and some angels all meet in a NC courtroom. If you enjoyed Whatever for Hire, or Playing With Fire, you’ll want to pick this one up. If you do, you won’t put it down until it’s done.

Cryogenic Fire

Rating: really liked it
Unicorns!! ...

But not as you know them. This is a fun, fast paced tale involving the delightful Layla, sassy world conquering Xena and her brother Dean. Unicorn mayhem ensues as R.J. rewrites unicorn mythology, combines it with highjinxs, puns and snark, chucks in a couple of incubi, a few angels, the odd succubus and a guest cameo from my fave Satin to make a cracking good read.

Definitely recommend.

Josephine Ung

Rating: really liked it
Double trouble with unicorns and demons!

I absolutely enjoyed this book! Layla is a sweetheart kleptomaniac with a weakness for cupcakes. Too honest for her own good and she makes court rooms a circus. It’s a whole lot of fun, learning and add two unicorns hellbent on their own goals, and it is a very enjoyable escape.

Jolie Goehl

Rating: really liked it
Wow, just Wow. If you like the complete craziness of R. J. Blain books you will

If you already love the complete craziness of R. J. Blain books, then you will not be disappointed. From the first sentence you will be dragged back into her world. I went willingly. Spoiler alert! I so want a cupcake right now?

Jasmine

Rating: really liked it
I love this series

As others in the series, I really enjoyed this. It was too quick of a read is my biggest complaint followed by some portions were a little hard to follow with all the characters in scene. I don’t know if better transition or formatting would help the best.

Seriously, absolutely adore this book.

Dee

Rating: really liked it
Awesome!!

What a wonderfully delightful read, full of crazy, giggles, unexpected twists, and general fun times! This is not your usual romantic comedy, instead it is full of unexpected scenarios, and a rollicking hilarious good time, I could not put it down! Thanks for another short night's sleep RJ!

Heidi Hagan

Rating: really liked it
Very amusing hook

This was very fun and had me chuckling out loud right away as well as craving a cupcake. Looking forward to the next book.