Glad it was only 4 hours

Let me preface this review with saying, I do not listen to romance normally. However, some books in the romance package caught my eye. I figured I would give it a chance, and sign up for the trial. I love stories about witches, demons, ghosts etc. I was also anticipating listening to something a little more "sexy" than I ever have before.

Lackluster is the one true adjective I would use to describe the overall book. I did not enjoy any of the characters, Remy was way too egotistical, Lucifer, the stereotypical macho male & Ysabel, the insufferable "tough girl"
The "sex scenes" were also 'meh'. There wasn't enough build up between the two for it to be satisfying to listen to. I've listened/read better sex scenes in thriller books.

Glad the book was free - everything about it was mediocre. I am not sure how it's received so many 5 star reviews.

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good narration, bad book

I picked this up expecting a funny, fluffy, sexy romp. What I got instead was an entire book of the heroine forcefully saying she wasn't interested and a 'hero' who never backed off, groping her when unconscious and such. The book is just CONSTANT innuendo and icky rape-culture insistence that regardless of what a woman says, if a man persists he'll get the girl. It even uses several of the stock phrases, like, "her voice said no, but her tone said yes."

If I'm honest, there was probably a time (years ago) when I could have read this and only noticed the funny bits (and there are some) and think, "it's so hot he wants her so bad." But growing up and learning to think even minimally critically about what I read blitzed it. This is frankly just gross. Which is a shame. I've read Langlais in the past and not hated it. Now I have to wonder if those books were better or I was just oblivious to their badness.

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Awesome Story and Performance! Lots of Laughs!

Who Knew Going To Hell Could Be So Funny!

Wow! This was such a treat! When I first started listening, I wasn't sure what to expect, but was surprised, and highly entertained by all the snarky, sassy, and witty dialogue between the two main characters. Eve Langlais did an amazing job creating a plot about hell, demons, and Lucifer, and turning it into fun story that was truly unique, hilarious, and sexy. The characters were outlandish, and had me laughing hard! I'm definitely continuing this series!

Mindy Kennedy narration was spot-on. She really delivered all the snarky, sassy, and sarcastic dialogue flawlessly. I liked how she portrayed the characters and the different emotions. Her performance ROCKED! Kudos!

After being betrayed and burned at the stake, Ysabel makes a deal with Lucifer to get revenge for those who played a part in her death. While she maybe spending her eternity in hell, she can at least take comfort in knowing those who played a part in her demise are down there as well. Part of her deal with Lucifer is to spend 500 years in his service, and her time almost up; however, Lucifer has some really bad new for Ysabel. In order for her "contract" to be fulfilled, she must retrieve the souls who have escaped and return them back to hell. Because these souls are the ones who betrayed Ysabel, she will suffer her curse until they are return. Lucifer's knows she's going to need help locating these escaped souls, and he assigns Remy, a true womanizer, to assist her (but he secretly he has an alternative motive for paring these two). Needless to say, these two do not hit it off when they first meet. Remy and Ysabel were HILARIOUS, I loved listening to their snarky banter, and how they tried to resist their feelings for each other.

I really enjoyed this story, and while it was short it had it all! Humor, steamy sex, flirty banter, action and a plot! Recommend for any PNR fan!

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Everyone Must Read: Delightful and Funny

I stumbled unto a new author (for me) Ms. Langlais. Her writing style is exactly what I crave--hilarious, well-written plots and characters. Granted, this particular series is different only in location but love does happen anywhere and everywhere...so why not in hell? The main character is full of self-doubts and has major trust issues. However, you cannot help but fall in love with the dirty-talking demon who is tasked to assist her. Their banter is fresh and laugh-out-loud funny. Even the 'Prince of Darkness' is rather likable in this delightful series. And two thumbs up for Mindy Kennedy--the narration is great too. I highly recommend and so worth a credit.

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Fun, laugh out loud

This series Is beginning as fun and laugh out loud. In life, Isabel was a witch who was burned alive. She made a deal with the devil to get revenge on those who killed her. Her contract is signed in blood. The ones who killed her escape from he!! and Lucifer calls in Remy to help her find them. Until they are captured an returned to he!!, Isabel will relive her painful death each day they are free. Isabel is a pistol with her quick tongue. She tried to fight her feelings for Remy since she had not been with a man in 500 years after being betrayed by the first and last one she thought loved her. This book was really good. Mindy Kennedy did an excellent job with the narration.

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Had a little bit of everything

I was completely surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. It was funny, well written fast paced. The author did an incredible job of world building and managed to add depth to all the characters. I cared about the outcome because somehow for a short story we were given enough about them to make it matter.
I love a well written underworld story - this one was a funny, light read that kept me entertained.

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Audible breath intake

If the narrator’s audible intake of breath bothers you, then this recording will drive you nuts. As much fun as the story was, it’s much too distracting and annoying. I won’t be listening further.

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laugh out loud!

enjoyable book. love it when a book can make me laugh or even chuckle!

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Lucifer is such a match maker

What made the experience of listening to A Demon and His Witch the most enjoyable?

Loving the fun side of Lucifer. Ysabel who was burned as a witch and Remy a demon from hell who works for Lucifer must find some souls that have escaped and must be returned or poor Ysabel will burn again every night with it extending 1 minute each night until they are all returned to hell. This was such and interesting way to feature Lucifer as a hilarious evil match maker.

What other book might you compare A Demon and His Witch to and why?

This is a book all on it own Can not wait to listen to the rest of this series.

What about Mindy Kennedy’s performance did you like?

Mindy did an awesome job of the voices and tone for this book.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Laugh out loud A LOT! listened at work and everyone kept trying to interrupt me to see what I was listening too,

Any additional comments?

Eve's books are so entertaining and such fun to either read or listen too, She has such a vivid imagination.

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Mouthy and maniacal

Why did I wait so long to get in on this p😜rny popcorn goodness? Oh, yeah, because these are expensive novellas. Bought on sale, this was fun and feisty. Ysabel reminded me a lot of Wynona Earp from the TV series named after her; prickly and vulnerable at the same time, hiding behind snark and bark.

I loved the hate-flirting. I loved the supporting characters, like Remy’s crazy demon mom and Lucifer, the devil who Macarenas. Sadly, this series isn’t yet bundled, so I’ll need to wait for each novella to go on sale, and then it’s hello kitty, mroww! 😉