Baculum

Christina Bauer ups her game with Baculum. Everything about the book is something to rave about. Let's start with the artwork because it is definitely something to talk about...even Harvey. I have talked about this before in relation to the “Angelbound” series and I want to say, “Kudos to the unknown cover artist.” After reading about Harvey, this could be Bauer, but I'm not sure. Anyhoo, I am loving the artwork inside Baculum. I actually want a poster size pic of “Honeymoon” because it is hot and gorgeous. It says everything about Myla and Lincoln. Hmmm...I probably should have started with Bauer has included some very cool artwork inside Baculum (laugh). Oh, and Sentinel...holy sugar, “How you doin'?”
Baculum is also told by Myla and Lincoln's point of view. This has to be said, “Is anyone snarkier than Myla in battle?” She even beats Buffy for one-liners. Myla is freaking awesome. When I grow up I want to be just like her. She is badass, loyal, may at first come across as all “me” but she really has a heart of gold. She can roll with the punches even if she is vomiting. (laugh)
Watching Lincoln struggle to overcome Kell was fascinating. I was just as worried as Walker about our boy. This series has been great because we get Lincoln's side of the story. He feels about Myla the same way I do. Every time she reacts to a situation, he says, “I love you” to Myla and I'm thinking, “awww Myla is so awesome.” He is definitely the straight guy to Myla's comic relief.
Now Bauer says that she basically lets her muse lead her around and doesn't know where her stories are going to come from or how many more Myla and Lincoln have. Now I recognize this and respect it, BUT let's talk about how cool Sentinel is and you know there is an awesome story or two with this warrior fairy. Sentinel should be screaming loudly to the muse, “Write more about me!”
Then there is Rustle who is beyond freaking cute - even the pic is too cute. I love her energy, attitude, and her interactions with Myla. I don't know if there is enough of a story there, but she should visit Myla again because you know she is trouble just flying around and well Myla...you get where I'm going with this (laugh).

Bauer keeps making Myla and Lincoln fresh. Baculum not only showcases it, but revels in it. The whole story is battle scenes, humor, darkness, and at the core of it: about family. Myla and Lincoln are the couple to boast about and beat...if you can. If you have never read an “Angelbound” book, you can still read Baculum and not be lost. This can be read as a standalone. So now is your perfect chance to read a great fantasy with love, bloody battles, and snark...oh and Lincoln too.

I received an ARC of this book and I am writing a review without prejudice and voluntarily.