The Turn

The Hollows Begins with Death

By: Kim Harrison

Narrated by: Marguerite Gavin

#1 New York Times bestselling author Kim Harrison returns to her beloved Hollows series with The Turn—the official prequel to the series that will introduce you to a whole new side of Rachel Morgan’s world, featuring Harrison’s signature “spellbinding blend of sharp wit and vivid imagination” (Kelley Armstrong, New York Times bestselling author).

Can science save us when all else fails?

Trisk and her hated rival, Kal, have the same goal: save their species from extinction.

But death comes in the guise of hope when a genetically modified tomato created to feed the world combines with the government’s new tactical virus, giving it an unexpected host and a mode of transport. Plague rises, giving the paranormal species the choice to stay hidden and allow humanity to die, or to show themselves in a bid to save the human race.

Under accusations of scientific misconduct, Trisk and Kal flee across a plague-torn United States to convince leaders of the major paranormal species to save their supposedly weaker kin. Not everyone thinks humanity should be saved, though, and Trisk must fight the prejudices of two societies to prove not only that humanity does have something to offer but also that long-accepted beliefs against women, dark magic, and humanity itself can turn to understanding; that when people are at their worst, the best show their true strength; and that love can hold the world together as a new balance is found.

I miss The hollows crazy mysteries

This was a good prequel. A little something to wet the appetite those still missing the hollows. Also good if somebody wants to read this before starting the hollow series. Sure it will provide a couple spoilers but still, it enjoyable. This performer is definitely one of my favorites. She really is able to switch the tone of her voice and give each character their own presence. The story is a bit slow going especially if you either haven't read the hollows or finished it when it ended the previous years. Trying to remember all the bits and pieces in each book that tie into this prequel was difficult. But there are a few websites out there that tie it all together for you and what books can be tied to watch parts. If you just want to refresh your memory.

Ready for next book!!!!!

Great book wonderful narrator!! Love the series❤❤❤. Would recommend The Hollows by Ms Harrison to readers who love a sassy leading lady and her friends!!

Excellent Background sketchy science

I very much enjoyed the background storys of some of my favorite characters. The science isn't accurate and that bothered me. Trenton Lee Kalamack alters genetic code and hours later all tomatoes - even those canned and shelved 1 or 2 years ago become lethal. That just doesn't make sense to me. should have tweaked the code and gradual accumulation of the virus. the way it's treated is as if it were a computer virus which could in fact spread just that quickly, even infecting old computers. but the physical virus has no way to spread like it did.

Great story

I have missed this series, I love that it explains so much of the back story that started the whole series.

loved it

great story line. loved the way she developed familiar characters! best prequel I have read in a long time