Another solid effort, even if this one didn't have the clear central plotline that the previous three had. Robertson may be beginning to suffer Charlaine Harris syndrome: too many subplots and characters to manage at once.

Looking forward to the next book. Hopefully she'll expound on the love triangle! ( )

another cliff hanger ( )

The Good: While helping Johnny search for his past, Seph is forced to face her own - and it's fantastic. The magic in this book is phenomenal. I'm really beginning to appreciate the depth Robertson goes into to make it accessible to readers without making it seem too basic. The resolution of this book is perfect, leaving enough up in the air to make me desperate to read the next book while still being satisfying.

The Bad: Nothing bad here. Another perfect book. ( )

Persephone is dealing with the aftermath from the battle with the Fairies. She's dealing with her injured boyfriend Johnny, a party to plan and to top it off a bunch of magical creatures are camped out in her backyard. Talk about some crazy stress, when will they girl get a break.

I enjoyed this story. The cover art really popped. I loved the greens and blues. In the last book Persephone was dealing with the fairies and now she is dealing with the aftermath of the battle. To say poor Persephone has her hands full is an understatement. Arcane Circle was good story, an excellent addition. Action packed story, I definitely enjoyed this one more, compared to the last book. I think Urban Fantasy fans will eat this one up! ( )

I was a little disappointed with the last Persephone Alcmedi novel. It was okay but it didn't standout and I grew weary of the Seph, Menessos, and Johnny triangle. I was horrified that this might turn into another Anita, Richard, and Jean-Claude menage. Thankfully, while the possibility still exists, Seph stays firmly beside Johnny in "Arcane Circle". This story was always entertaining and I loved seeing more of Johnny and Beverly. There is a plot development where Persephone's mother shows up for the first time after abandoning her as a child. Her story goes deeper than I could've dreamed and I thought all the twists involving this plot were unique and well thought out. Menessos is present throughout this book but he is secondary to Johnny's storyline. There is a very interesting scene involving a party where Menessos welcomes his new new group of initiates into his rule.

I have to say that my absolutely favorite addition to this series is the wonderful mythological creatures that now live in Seph's yard. Unicorns, griffins, phoenix, and dragons. Wow! I enjoyed scenes featuring any and all of these creatures and their care. I also love Mountain, who has come to live on the property as the animal's caretaker.

We have some resolution with Johnny and his power trapped tattoos. I have to say sometimes too many spells and rituals can start to bore me, but I think they were very well written and clever in this book. There is also some drama with the witches' coven and fallout from the events in the previous book in addition to the home drama. Beverly is finally getting her birthday party but the guest's moms are not happy about Seph's bad influence and they don't want her in attendance. I love books were actions have consequences and this book has that in plenty. I really, really like Johnny and Seph. I think they are strong lead characters and I am eager to see where the author goes from here. I do worry about some of the twists the story could take and I hope the author can keep this series entertaining and avoid the downfalls of some similar series. Right now, I will definitely be there to find out. ( )