The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This was a really good fantasy book! I felt sucked into the storyline and the great dialogue, and I loved the unlikely heroine character. I now want to read more from Courtney Doyle, and would love to see this story continue as well.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Kings, twisted/fated mates, demons, supernatural beings, magic, darkness, and the never ending battle of good versus evil. If you need it, this book has it, and so much more. Cleverly crafted and originated for fantasy lovers a heart with a bit of a dark side. Jade and Bael will draw you into their world and you will not want to leave. The twists and turns and just the story as a whole is worth every minute.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Courtney Davis has such an easy to read writing style that I get completely immersed in her books every time. With her phenomenal character building and interesting twists on fantasy classics like angels, demons, and fae, she has definitely become one of my go-to authors to follow.
Jade literally has her whole life turned upside down as she enters witness protection in order to be safe from her abusive ex who wants her dead. As if having to adapt to a new place, name, and life isn’t enough, she is faced with the dilemma of trying to figure out if she can trust Baal, the high-level demon from Hell who showed up and also wants her dead, or at least he did. The chemistry between these two is off the charts, causing Baal to second guess his agenda of murdering her because of the prophecy tying them together. Are prophecies set in stone or can they be changed? Can you really trust a demon? Can Jade figure out and come to terms with this new world she’s been thrust into? Can a demon like Baal really love someone or will his goals of freeing his sister and reclaiming the throne of Hell overpower his attraction and developing feelings for Jade? This is an exciting, fun, fast-paced fantasy paranormal read that will have you glued to the pages. I was honestly sad to see it end and can only hope for more amazing reads like this.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Awakening. This is the first book I have read by the talented Courtney Davis and oh boy do I still have chills. Told from a dual perspective, Jade, and Baal. A perfect representation of making your own fate in many ways, not following the “order” of things because its prophesied.
Jade is a 30-year-old female that has finally broken free of her abusive, mobster ex by way of turning into a federal witness to his many crimes. Baal is the first King of Hell and is determined to get his throne back and live to see his sister free. Her parents died in a car accident when she was eighteen years old, just as she was beginning her adulthood, but little things she remembers them doing odd habits and almost ritualistic ways begin to make sense after she wakes up to a stranger who vanishes. Baal goes to investigate the old antique shop when his warding’s indicates that someone is present and it’s not a human. Seeing her laying in bed knowing who she is according to the prophecy he knows he should kill her but then an opportunity arises. He has no time to dance around truths or to be gentle with the world-shattering news, telling Jade he knows she is not related to the late Mr. Williams, saying “the Williams family blood stinks of old troll magic. You smell delicious, and pure like freshly fallen snow.” Jade’s parents had a very powerful binding spell placed on her at birth to hide her powers from all including herself. With a rare set of powers unlocked in Jade, Baal is more and more intrigued with her knowing she can be more useful than he ever expected. The only thing that saved her life the moment Baal wanted to kill her was her ignorance, not knowing who or what he was, and not knowing what she is. His blood calling her me makes a promise to her while she is sleeping that she eventually will be his. She feels ignited in many ways; feels alive every time he touches her no matter how innocent the touch is. The only thing driving them is their goals, his having the book translated, and return to his rightful place; her goal is to survive her evil ex and all his associates that won’t hesitate to end her the moment they find her.
Will Jade learn the truth of who she is? Can Baal hold up his part of the deal to protect her from all dangers, human and not? Prophecies are meant to be broken right? The world the author creates is so original, yes, the world itself is reality but all the hidden parts not only in the shadows but in the light. Seamlessly the author weaves reality into fantasy with the plot and every little twist and turn the story takes. I have been terrified of snakes for as long as I can remember but now, I must admit I am crushing on Baal, the best crushes are the fictional ones. I cannot wait to dive into more of her work and discover another world of her creation.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love paranormal and fantasy books, so I had high hopes for this one right off the bat. I’m happy to say that Courtney Davis knocked this out of the park! Everything about The Serpent and the Firefly makes me want to leave reality behind and just stay hidden in their magically crafted world. This story flows so perfectly that it played like a movie in my head. It was easy to tune everything out and lose myself in Jade and Baal’s lives. I feel like fans of urban fantasy and the supernatural will adore this book.
Reviewed by @shannlynn
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed the book and the authors writing style. This is an urban fantasy that has non-stop action with a realistic feel. With the excellent writing and attention to detail the characters and plot really made me feel like I was there in the story. The story is filled with prophecy, magic, shifters, Fae, other supernatural elements, demons, angles, secrets, danger, revenge, drama, chemistry, romance, humor, quirky moments, and sooooo much more. Literally everything you would want in a book to keep you captivated. The MC heroine’s character has their entire life turned upside down and is faced with all new challenges and rules. I would say that some characters are morally grey which are always my favorite. The heroine is attracted to the bad guys and trouble always seems to find her. One of the main struggles she faces is her ex putting a hit out for her, so she must go into witness protection. So many ulterior motives mixed with love and prophecy.
Definitely a fan of Courtney Davis’s writing, and will continue to read her books! Also, will recommend this book to anyone wanting an excellent magical read that transports you out of reality!
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really really enjoyed this book so. It was very hard to put down, once I started reading. Very quick read (for me anyway). As a cat momma here…..Loved the pet cats name LOL 🙊 The characters were wonderfully written. The plot was just awesome! As is the WORLD the author created here. Lover of magic && the paranormal! I’m super glad I gave this book a read!
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoy this paranormal romance; it has a bit of everything – action, magic, paranormal creatures, good vs. Evil, secrets, a dash of romance and more!
My favourite character is Baal, I love that he’s not the typical hero character we root for. His interactions with others are interesting and his ‘flaws’ make him more lovable to me.
There is a lot of action which I love meaning there are no dull moments. However, there were moments when it felt a little too fast-paced and a little rushed. There were also parts which I felt needed further development to add more depth to the characters (to give them more growth) but despite this, the plot is original and creative, and I couldn’t put this book down!
I enjoyed it but think that had the plot progressed more slowly, for example with a second book, the characters would have that development to give them more depth. Overall, this was an original and enjoyable read with a lot of potential.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This book is a fast paced fantasy story that is action packed from start to finish. There is so much going on with this story and the characters are right in the middle of it. I enjoyed the premise of this story. I think the author has created an exciting story that is easy to engage with. The characters fit perfectly with the story and I thought they connection was so well crafted.
This is an author I am newly familiar with and I am definitely enjoying her work so far. Each book I well written and I never fail to enjoy the story. This is a great book and I would certainly recommend it.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Serpent and The Firefly
By: Courtney Davis
Review By: Susan Ratchford
5 Stars
The Serpent and The Firefly is the first work by Courtney Davis that I have ever read and it will definitely not be the last! Her characters are so dynamic and fun to get to know. I really enjoyed Jade and her backstory of why she was put in witness protection. I loved how she and Baal played off each other. I could not put this book down for anything! Davis makes you need to know what happens next by giving all her characters different angles. A wonderful paranormal romance that has everything you could ever want from a bada$$ king of Hell, to demons, shifters, and fae with different realms that are just so unique! A must read for any lover of the supernatural!
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This is a great read! It is entertaining, engrossing and delightful! I absolutely loved the story and the characters. The idea for the story is enticing but the execution of the story is out of the ordinary. The author did an amazing job creating these different planes of existence for the reader to travel to. This is set mainly on earth but with visits to others spaces. Their realms are creatively done. The antique store that Jade moves into was interesting to say the least. I would love to browse upstairs and downstairs for hours. Seeing who or what treasures are around.
The characters are imaginative! I loved Jade! She is smart and snarky. She doesn’t knows everything but is willing to learn. Baal is sneaky and keeps a lot of truth to himself. We meet different shifters, fairies, elves, witches and many others. They all have depth and are wonderfully written.
Overall this is a engaging, entertaining story and I throughly loved! The story is well written and easily kept my interest. The characters are delightful and inviting ( well most of them). I would love more in this realm!
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I am officially a Courtney Davis fan!! This story was captivating, action-packed, and magical the entire way through! The heroine’s entire life is turned upside down & she is faced with an entire new set of rules. Add in a ruthless, sassy demon and it is oil versus fire. Who will win?
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I absolutely adored this story. The author created a unique world of angels, demons, fae, humans, and other magical creatures. We meet Jade and Baal and the electricity between the two of them was electric. The author did a great job of being descriptive and really drawing you into the tale. It was definitely a page turner that I couldn’t put down. All of the characters were well written and the author did a great job of creating well rounded characters. I loved seeing the growth in both Jade and Baal, both together and separately. This was my second story from the author, and I look forward to reading her other works.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Jade has recently been relocated to the smallest of small towns humanly possible. The move was made through no choice of her own and was done to protect her from her ex. After Jade testified against him, she was placed in the Witness Protection Program where she was forced to not just move but to change her name and take on a whole new identity. Part of her new identity involves the “inheritance” of a small gift shop from her late “uncle” that she is expected to run as her own business. The store has a small apartment upstairs which she now gets to call home. Jade is far from happy about the situation but must make the best of it in order to stay safe from her ex and his goons that are after her.
Jade has not even had a chance to get settled when she meets Baala, who was originally there to kill Jade because it is prophesized that she would be the one to kill him. Instead, he was enticed by her beauty and decides to strike a bargain with her. Baala starts to tell her some very unsettling news about herself. Turns out that her parents had some secrets that they never revealed to their daughter prior to their passing years ago. Baala also reveals that he is a serpent shifter and the first king of Hell and that he needs her help to unlock a book that is hidden under the store. The two strike up a bargain in which she helps him unlock the book, but he must protect her from her ex. Jade is suddenly thrust into a whole new world that she did not even know existed.
This book pulled me in from the first pages when Jade’s whole life was uprooted to protect her from her ex. Jade’s ex was into some shady dealings and when she testified against him, she had no choice but to flee or be killed. Immediately, we realize how strong Jade is in order to have stood up to her ex and testify against him. She put her life in danger in order to bring him to justice. Jade expects a boring life, running a boring business, in a boring town. What she got instead was a life that she could never begin to dream could happen to someone like her. The life she had before suddenly dulls in comparison to the new life she is thrown into as suddenly, Jade is thrust into a world of demons, fae, angels, witches, shifters, magic, and the supernatural. A great read full of secrets, action, suspense, danger, drama, intrigue, and suspense.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this paranormal fantasy. It had everything in a story I love. It is action packed, with secrets being reveled,magic, shapeshifters and the never ending battle between good and evil, and a added spark of a romance that shouldn’t work but does.
Jade is on the run. Part of the witness protection programme she believes the only worry she has is avoiding the grasp of her abusive ex and trying not to die of boredom in the new dead town she finds herself in but how wrong she is.
When a stranger arrives in her bedroom she worries her ex has found her, however she couldn’t be more wrong.
Baal is the first king of hell. He needs the help of a fairy to help him find a special key. However there is more to Jade than he realises at first. 1st she doesnt know she a fairy and has magical powers, 2nd according to the prophecy she has the ability to save or destroy him. How is he going to cope especially when he realises that the feelings between him and Jade become more than just attraction.
Jade has always been attracted to a bad boy and Baal is no exception but how will she react when she learns the truth about her existence and the part she is supposed to play in Baal’s life.
Can their budding romance overcome prophecy? Can Jade trust Baal or will his forked tongue make him out to be a lier and the snake that he is?With magical beings,Jade’s murderous ex after her and a fight between 4 different Realms do Baal and Jade stand any chance at all?
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
The Serpent and the Firefly is my first book by this author. We meet Jade, who does not know or understand the power she possesses. Baal, the first king of Hell and a serpent shapeshifter, is there to stop Jade before the prophecy is fulfilled. The characters are interesting and help guide the story through the paranormal world. I like Jade and her interesting backstory. When Baal enters the picture, it adds another dimension to her story. I enjoyed the tension between the two characters and how after meeting Jade, it challenges Baal’s plans. If you enjoy paranormal fantasy stories with a lot of action, I recommend this book. After reading it, I will be searching out more to read by this author.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
The Serpent and the firefly was everything that I want in a fantasy novel. Honestly it would also make a fantastic movie or show.
Jade has always been into the dangerous life. She’s attracted to bad guys and trouble always seems to follow her. She has no family of her own and when her ex puts a hit out on her head she enters witness protection and starts over in a new town. Little did she know it was the start of life changing events for her.
Baal is the ultimate bad guy. Literally a demon. He seeks out Jades help but does he have ulterior motives? The prophecy speaks of a woman that could be his undoing. But will be risk it all for love?
This story was full of suspense, thrills, romance and a bit of action. I smiled and gasped while reading. I really hope there’s a follow up story maybe featuring one of the other associates of Baal? Who knows. But please give this story a chance and start reading!
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Humans, demons, fairies, angels, vampires and much more.
I loved this book. I read through it so quickly. The characters have great dimensions and change as they interact with each other. I was bored with this story ever.
Jade (JD Williams), is a woman that has been used by a crime boss. He is now in jail because of Jade, his reach is far and wide and Jade is in hiding for testifying against him. Jade has lived in the human world all her life and now she is getting her eyes opened. She wakes one morning to find a man standing in her bedroom. Fiery Jade gives him a piece of her mind even though she is scared witless.
Baal, was the king of the underworld until he was ousted by his brother. Can he be trusted? Is he telling the truth? The story will keep you guessing.
I recommend you go on this amazing ride with this story. Leave the real world behind for a while and curl up with this book.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I enjoyed reading this fantasy book. This is an author that I have enjoyed reading and this book is no different. I enjoy her writing style as well as her attention to details that gave the story a realistic feel. I found this book to be well written and hard to put down. This is a story about a prophecy being fulfilled or can the prophecy change in a fight for control. I enjoyed how the characters pulled me into their world. They took me on an adventure of control but who wins you will need to find out by reading this book. They are strong, supportive characters that have great growth and add so much to the story. This is a fast paced, hard to put down story that had me coming back for more. An engaging story that you don’t want to miss. I highly recommend this book.
Review by @bjwagner
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This book was wild af. I’ve been so terrified of snakes my entire life that my brothers used to chase me around with them until i cried (ikr??). After reading this book I kinda … want to be chased around by snakes ? Honestly at 33 years old I’m suddenly s*xually confused, frustrated in the most delicious way, & don’t know what to do with myself. But anyway, back to the book! This is one of the most unique stories I’ve ever read & I loved every minute of it. Incredibly creative, delightfully twisty, morally grey perfection. Lucifer vibes that I adore entirely. If you want to spice up your life with an interesting s*xual awakening & have a fun little adventure, definitely read this book!
Review by @lalilovely
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
5 Stars
The Serpent and the Firefly is another fantastic urban fantasy from Courtney Davis. I just adore her books- she really is an amazing storyteller and produces fresh, original, and creative stories that fire my imagination and leave me wanting to stay in the ‘worlds’ and stories she creates. I have definitely developed an addiction to her work… and I need my next fix STAT 😊
This a captivating urban fantasy/paranormal romance with prophecy, magic, shifters, Fae, supernatural elements, demons, angels, secrets, agendas, danger, drama, high stakes, action, adventure, tension, intrigue, chemistry, suspense, mysteriousness, humour, witty banter, a quest, powerful rings/relics, a key, ex-issues, interesting/quirky characters, witness protection, small town, self-discovery, and opposites attract.
Jade thinks witness protection and hiding from her evil ex is as complicated as her life is going to get. But moving to a small town away from everything thrusts her into a situation she could never have prepared for. She is introduced to a whole ‘new’ world she never even knew existed, and a ancient prophecy that places her front and centre of the action. What happens makes for a completely riveting read…. Trust me, you won’t want to miss a second of this book!
I was so enthralled in the story that I read it all in one sitting, staying up past my bedtime just so I could find out what happens. Colour me #hooked !!
Again, I have to say that I am so thrilled to have discovered Ms. Davis and her wonderful stories. I really can’t wait to see what she has in store for us next- I need it almost as much as my next breath!
Highly recommended!!!
Happy Reading…
Thank you, Courtney Davis!
Reviewed by @angelahayes
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
4 stars
I have always enjoyed Courtney’s stories I like that they are different. The Serpent and the Firefly is an urban fantasy story that has non-stop action. Action packed all the way through. The premise is interesting with a cast of supernatural characters including demons, werewolves, angels, fae, shifters and more.
The Serpent and the Firefly is a fun read and has magic, prophecy, the first king of hell, scheming brothers, a quest where good and evil meet and it wouldn’t be complete without a twist.
Jade finds herself sucked into a world she had no idea existed. Her life is turned upside down when she finds that there are things that lurk in the shadows and go bump in the night. Her whole life has been a lie. Things change when she meets Baal.
Baal is a ruthless demon and a liar and will let nothing stand in his way. Beware his forked tongue. He is on a mission to find a key, free his sister and take back his throne and kill the prophesised one. However things change when he meets Jade.
When all is said and done who will be the victor in the fight over earth and it’s those who live there?
Reviewed by @jennadb
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I really was not sure I’d like this book when I started reading, it seemed to be a normal boring book but then bam it smacks you in the face. It is such an original story with so much detail but not too much to overwhelm you. I loved it. Could not put it down. If it wasn’t for me having to go to work the next day, I would’ve finished it within a few hours. I absolutely loved the saying at the beginning and end as well. The book was perfectly written and I cannot read more by Courtney Davis.
The Serpent and the Firefly by Courtney Davis
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Boy, Jade stepped from one heap of trouble into a paranormal heap of trouble. Baal, a snake shifter, enters her life, as she starts a new life in WiTSEC. Oh, I found the drama and all the critters in the story quite entertaining. It is a pretty basic story yet the author gave us a intriguing look at how Jada came to find out about herself and her powers. Exploding with her light and energy in the field was my favorite part. I found the characters to be enough that they kept me wanting more. The plot had a few glitchy spots but it was enough to keep reading. I would love more about this crazy town full of paranormal craziness hidden among it. The romance helps also.
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The prophecy says she’ll destroy him, but if he doesn’t reveal too much, will she help him rule Hell?
Jade is in witness protection and finds herself in possession of a store full of magical items. Her presence there alerts her existence to Baal, a serpent shifter and the first king of Hell. He arrives to kill her before she can become what has been prophesied and kill him, but he is enchanted by what he finds. She is everything he feared she would be, but she is also enticingly beautiful and pulls at something deep within him. She has no idea what she is, and he decides to try and use her for his own plans.
Jade tentatively trusts Baal as she embraces her new powers and his reasons for seeking the keys to a gate in Hell. She agrees to help him, but along their journey she discovers that four planes of existence have crashed together; the fae realm, the angel realm, the demon realm and the earth realm. They are all fighting for control of earth and its inhabitants.
She is the one prophesied to choose the winner. She is the one prophesied to kill the first king of Hell.
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Courtney Davis is an urban fantasy author residing in North Idaho with her husband and children. By day teaching young children and by night trying to find time to write down all the stories in her head. She’s always had a passion for reading and writing and has found great pleasure in providing others with an escape through the stories she writes.
~ ~ PREORDER ~ ~ The prophecy says she’ll destroy him, but if he doesn’t reveal too much, will she help him rule Hell?
Jade is in witness protection and finds herself in possession of a store full of magical items. Her presence there alerts her existence to Baal, a serpent shifter and the first king of Hell. He arrives to kill her before she can become what has been prophesied and kill him, but he is enchanted by what he finds. She is everything he feared she would be, but she is also enticingly beautiful and pulls at something deep within him. She has no idea what she is, and he decides to try and use her for his own plans.
Jade tentatively trusts Baal as she embraces her new powers and his reasons for seeking the keys to a gate in Hell. She agrees to help him, but along their journey she discovers that four planes of existence have crashed together; the fae realm, the angel realm, the demon realm and the earth realm. They are all fighting for control of earth and its inhabitants.
She is the one prophesied to choose the winner. She is the one prophesied to kill the first king of Hell.