Review of The Brother’s Curse

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Christine M. Germain created a world of demons and witches in The Brother’s Curse. This paranormal romance has everything I want from the genre; action, gore, and spice.

Chrystal, the main character, returns to her hometown from college after her parents are brutally murdered. She must take care of her sister and the house she grew up in. This is a heavy burden for a young adult, but luckily she is welcomed back by a loving support system of childhood friends and a godfather in law enforcement.

Her town’s history of violence, brought on by demons, doesn’t prevent Chrystal from falling right into step with her friends. She is instantly swept into all the drama and fun that comes with being a college student. But this is not a happy story, and she soon finds her friends are dying off. As the murders add up, Chrystal wonders if the body count has anything to do with her.

But where is the spice? Sprinkled throughout. This book is a two to three on the four chili spice scale. Chrystal has an exciting love life. As part of a love square, she finds herself in varying stages of flirting and heartbreak.

Terrance, an old flame, pops up and flirts at the most inconvenient times. John, the man she loves, makes some mistakes as the book begins, earning him the title of ex-boyfriend. With those two in the doghouse, Chrystal flirts with the new guy. Jason helps Chrystal get over John with his good looks, leather jacket, and motorcycle. If only she knew his true identity. Little does she know that the man she has fallen in lust with is one of the creatures causing the chaos.

I’m just going to say it: He’s a demon.

Don’t worry; it’s not a spoiler. Just look at the book cover.

Will her ignorance get her killed? Or will it be what saves her in the end? As she navigates her romantic adventure, Chrystal must find out why her friends and family are disappearing before she unwillingly joins them.

Germain is a prolific author, so there is no dipping your toes into her world. Once you start her series, you may find you can’t stop yourself from picking up the next book.