The Fangs of Freelance

This originally appeared at The Irresponsible Reader as part of a quick takes post to catch up–emphasizing pithiness, not thoroughness.
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Fred's move to become a freelance accounting consultant for The Agency really just opens the door for more adventures (as well as for more challenging accounting jobs). It frequently looks like he bit off more than he can chew, but with a little help from his friends... Fred's also dealing with the ramifications of starting his own clan in the last book—a move I thought was inspired and I'm enjoying watching that clan solidify.

This is probably the best of the series, really. Hayes makes some bold moves here. Heyborne's narration remains strong and entertaining.

This is really a nice, reliable “cozy” Urban Fantasy series. I'm glad I stumbled upon it.

Let's hear it for accountants, sweater vests, and people who do the right thing just because it's the right thing! This is installment is comprised by a series of “adventures” or, as Fred calls them, accounting jobs that come his way, now that he's been approved to do work for The Agency. Each story is entertaining in itself, but also helps to further Fred's journey to fully embracing his station/nature as a vampire and now a clan leader. Some things remain elusive and there are some bittersweet, but logical, changes, some tantalizing revelations, particularly about Arch, and also dash of romance. What's not to love. [a:Kirby Heyborne 2740918 Kirby Heyborne https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1361505917p2/2740918.jpg] continues to do an amazing job.