I’ve yet to read a book by this author I didn’t love. This book is no exception. The action is so intense. Scarlett leaves town and Shadow is taken leaving Jesse close to death. Will Scarlett be able to save them both? Get this series and find out.

I loved Shadow Hunt! There's very little to fault in this installment. I devoured every page. Scarlett's world is so magical (sorry - had to) and I don't want to see it end! I want to see more Scarlett Barnard installments! Very engaging, fast paced, and the fantastic world-building Olson is known for. *****FIVE STARS*****

Amazing book. I love how this character grow in each book and the stories never get old. Scarlett is one of my favorite book characters and I can't wait for the next one.

As always Melissa Olson delivers. This was such a fun and surprising read. I loved every minute. I read this while pregnant and definitely felt where she was coming from. I must say tears were shed!

I had a wonderful time reading Shadow Hunt. The story was really good, and the characters were quite likable. The villains were easy to hate, and plenty of twists and turns occur as the story moves forward. There are vampires, witches, werewolves and some other great magical beings. People looking for a good fantasy book will want to check this one out.

Scarlett is a null who lives in LA with her bargest Shadow. When something happens that turns her world upside down, she leaves town in a panic to figure out what to do. This puts Shadow and her partner Jesse in danger. She get through everything that is happening in order to survive.
This was a pretty decent story. My one complaint is it takes a while to explain things that took place in other books that is important information. I did like Scarlett and the journey she went through. I look forward to reading more from this author.
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I always love the books in both of this author’s main series, and this one was no exception. This book was exciting and suspenseful with a cast of interesting characters. The plot was an unexpected throwback to prior books in the series that tied together well.

I did not notice that this was the third in the series and I haven’t read the second yet. If I do, I will post a review.

First I will start off with an apology for not reviewing this in time. You see I have been following the Old World series for some time now and listened to all the previous installments via Audible. So I was extremely excited about getting this new installment for review but couldn't get into the book without the narrator reading the story. She does such a great job and it didn't feel the same. So I waited for the audio book to be available and then I had to wait for my credit. Sorry.

Anyway, Shadow Hunt is the third book in the Disrupted Magic part of the Old World series. After the shocking news at the end of book two, Blood Gamble, I was expecting this book to be too focused on that news. However despite the news being worked through it wasn't something that completely took over the story. Which I was happy to see because sometimes authors can go a little crazy in those situations and it gets boring.

That news aside the story in Shadow Hunt tied up some loose ends. This making me fear that this was the last adventure for Scarlett Bernhard. One nice piece of information that answered some long unanswered questions was finding out more about where Scarlett may have gotten her powers from and more about the history of Nulls. While the information wasn't complete, it was enough to give some satisfaction of knowing that Scarlett had found some more pieces for that puzzle. Maybe even enough to keep her happy.

This book revolved heavily around Shadow, where the Bargast came from, how she was made and the people behind the magic that created her. It was an interesting conclusion that answered a lot of Old World questions and put a probable end to some annoying enemies. However, while this part of the story was interesting the conclusion of the Hunt aspect was somehow satisfactory but a little underwhelming.

There were many more threads tied together in this installment. Will, a series regular, gets a part in the story, Lex also makes a cameo and of course there is some Jesse time. All in all this felt like closure but I hope that while this maybe the last book dedicated to Scarlett's adventures that it is not the last Old World book featuring her in some way or form. Actually I just hope there will be more books set in the Old World because the author has weaved an amazing story that makes sense and still has a lot to reveal. I look forward to more.

shadow hunt by Melissa f Olson.
For years now, Scarlett Bernard has counted on two things: her ability to nullify magic, and Shadow, the bargest who guards Scarlett with her life. But after a sudden revelation turns Scarlett’s world upside down, she panics and leaves town without warning, leaving Shadow with her partner, Jesse. In the chaos that follows, the bargest is stolen—and Jesse nearly dies from a brutal psychic assault.
a slow but good read. had to put it down and leave it for a day then picked it up again and finish it in one read. Scarlett was my favourite character. 3*.

I really enjoyed this book and the characters. I like that they all grew.

A good light ready, a weekend fun read, and I will be on the lookout for the rest of the books in this series!

I absolutely love every book that author Melissa Olsen has written and this did not disappoint. The characters were fantastic and amazing to read about. This was a action packed book with so many surprises. Thank you for allowing me to read this and write about it.

ARC E-book/Fantasy: I love the Scarlett Bernard books and this one was no exception. I want to thank NetGalley for letting me have an advanced copy in lieu of an honest review. This is book 3 in this story ARC of about nine books (if you count Lex) in this verse. I still haven’t read the stories that take place in Chicago.

This book takes place right where the last one left off with the conversation with Molly (no spoilers). Now Scarlett has to find her voice again with a new set of problems. There not too much Molly, but a lot of Jesse. Her pet Shadow is always around and smarter than most people. It wasn’t until I was near the end (well when Scarlett told me) the tie in to the title to the plot. The bad guys are bad, but not over the top like some fiction I’ve been reading.

The ending was surprising and I didn’t realize it was going that far. Nothing felt rushed and the author is great about plotting her outline. It is a story with a beginning, middle, and end and there’s not letdown.

I love this series, and this book too.

Can I just leave it at that? No? Okay fine.

This book went into the history of bargests and Old World History in Europe, and was quite interesting. I find that each book deepens my knowledge and understanding of the world setup, and nothing ever seems unnecessary or extra. It's this whole life that slowly unfolds and draws you deeper with every book.

On the character side, there is so much happening and developing, it's crazy! No spoilers, obviously, which means I can't really say anything except that Jesse gets lots of deserving page time, and there are just so many twists and reveals.

The way the overall Old World series is set up with sets of trilogies means this particular arc is ending, and it's bittersweet. As a trilogy, the flow is good, and the ending is right, but as part of the overreaching series, I'm left craving the next segment.

I was given a copy of this book by Netgalley for an honest review.

Another great novel by Melissa F. Olsen! I love the character of Scarlett Bernard!  Scarlett needs to go back to Las Vegas to get an answer to a problem. While she is away Jesse is watching Shadow. Shadow is then kidnapped and Jesse is put in a deep sleep. Now Scarlett has to find Shadow and get Shadow back any way possible. I love the way that Scarlett and Shadow interact with each other. I love this series! I can't wait to see what is coming next. I recommend this series to everyone. I give Shadow Hunt (Disrupted Magic) 5/5 stars.

I just can't seem to get enough of Scarlett and her friends.

A lot happens in SHADOW HUNT to wrap up the storyline that has been building in the past two books. If you have not read book two, BLOOD GAMBLE, do not continue to read my review as there will be spoilers for that book included.

As we know from the ending of BLOOD GAMBLE, Scarlett brought a little something home with her from Vegas. SHADOW HUNT sends her on the hunt for answers about what the future will hold for her child. I loved watching Scarlett and Lex work together and it was neat seeing their worlds collide.

I think those that have been frustrated with Scarlett and her choice of love interests in the past will be happy with the developments of SHADOW HUNT. Scarlett ends up with who I have always wanted her to be with and they're finally on the same page at the same time.

The pace in SHADOW HUNT follows the same flow that we have always enjoyed from Melissa Olson. I was very happy with how things turned out with Scarlett and hope that we get to see more of her in the future of this world.

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

Shadow Hunt is the third book in the Disrupted Magic series by Melissa F. Olson. I highly suggest reading the series in order, preferably after having read the Scarlet Bernard series that this particular series follows. This installment is currently scheduled for release on February 13 2018.

For years now, Scarlett Bernard has counted on two things: her ability to nullify magic and Shadow, the bargest who guards Scarlett with her life. But after a sudden revelation turns Scarlett’s world upside down, she panics and leaves town without warning, leaving Shadow with her partner, Jesse. In the chaos that follows, the bargest is stolen—and Jesse nearly dies from a brutal psychic assault. It seems that an old enemy has returned for revenge…and the attack on Shadow was only the beginning. As Scarlett races home to find the bargest and rescue her friends, she is dragged deeper into a terrifying legend that has somehow found its way to present-day Los Angeles. Now she will have to recruit every possible ally for a battle that will test her null ability to the limit. Scarlett has been in over her head before, but now she risks losing everything, and she’s never had more to lose.

Shadow Hunt is an action and information packed book. Scarlett is still reeling from her life changing revelation when her entire world is thrown into chaos, again. Shadow is gone, Jesse attacked, and the future hold some scary possibilities. As they unravel the mystery of who, what, and why behind the original attack it leads them down a rabbit hole that no one could have predicted. The stakes are higher than ever, and everyone will be tested to the limit. Even beyond the life threatening moments at hand, Scarlett has to deal with the personal and emotional issues that she has been trying to ignore. All the cards are laid on the table and alliances, friendships, and more become even more important. I love that Scarlett is pushed even further out of her comfort zone, and that the different factions of her city need to come together in order to save themselves. High action, high emotion, big mystery, and plenty of character development make for another great addition to this series. Yes, I know I am being very vague about what is happening in this book, and the series in general- and that is by design. I want everyone to have the same excitement as they unravel the layers of the story that I had.

Shadow Hunt is exactly what I was hoping for, with plenty of character growth and action even after the big reveal in the previous book. Olson continues to prove her skill, and seems to only improve as her world continue. Fans of the series will not be disappointed.

I received a complimentary ARC copy of Shadow Hunt (Disrupted Magic #3) by Melissa F. Olson from NetGalley in order to read and give an honest review.

The last book of the Disrupted Trilogy and the end of Scarlett's second series picks up immediately after the second book, Blood Gamble left off. Weeks after the events in Las Vegas and the death of Jamieson, another Null she finds out she is pregnant with his child. A rare occurrence, Scarlett is dealing with the aftermath of finding out that after years of believing it was impossible she is, in fact, going to have a baby, the baby of two very powerful Nulls.  Scarlett tries to keep the pregnancy under wraps until she learns more about her options and the consequences of having a null child.  Not knowing who to turn to she sneaks out of town to consult with Maven, an ancient Vampire she feels might be able to give her advice.  Leaving her bargest, Shadow, at home and in the care of Jesse she is on her way, not knowing the danger she is leaving them to face.  Jesse opens the door to an innocent looking visitor which launches an evil plot by Shadow’s former owners, the Luparii who come to retrieve what’s theirs and put their plan into motion. The Luparrii’s see Scarlett as a threat and will do everything in their power to see her destroyed. After her secret is outted, Scarlett teams up with werewolves, vamps, witches and humans to stand with against the magical Wild Hunt which that would ultimately end the world as they know it.

I really enjoyed Shadow Hunt. It gives us a character-driven, fast-paced and complex storyline that you’ll want to devour in one sitting.  I think this, in my opinion, was the best of the trilogy and even though it's the end of this trilogy I hope we hear from Scarlet and Jesse in the future.

Shadow Hunt is the third installment in author Melissa F. Olson's Disrupted Magic trilogy. If you've read Blood Gamble, the second installment in this new trilogy, you know that our protagonist, Scarlett Bernard, got stunning news at the end of that story that has put her in a very difficult and dangerous position. Especially if anyone with a grudge against her finds out. But, what's even more disconcerting, is that a former enemy has returned with a major vendetta against the city, Scarlett, Shadow, and the Old World which consists of Vampires, Witches, and Werewolves.

This enemy last appeared 3 years ago in the original Scarlett Bernard trilogy and was sent packing. If you haven't yet read the original Scarlett Bernard trilogy or the first two books in this trilogy, might I suggest you find a way to do so? As a null, Scarlett Bernard possesses a rare ability to counteract the supernatural by instantly neutralizing spells and magical forces. For years Scarlett has used her gift to scrub crime scenes of any magical traces, helping the powerful paranormal communities of Los Angeles stay hidden from human eyes.

Thanks to the fact that Shadow can't leave LA county, Scarlett and Molly decide to travel to Boulder, Colorado without telling anyone they are leaving. Well, except for her sometimes partner former LAPD officer Jesse Cruz who ends up getting more than he bargained. While Scarlett is seeking answers from the worlds oldest vampire, Maven, about the rarity of her situation, Jesse is about to get fully immersed in one of the most dangerous times he's had since meeting
Scarlett and learning about the Old World. Jesse has more than earned my respect since this new trilogy was released.

Because of the rarity of Scarlett's situation, she chooses to call in a favor from Alison "Lex" Luther. I love the fact that Olson does a crossover between Lex's series and Scarlett's. These two may not be the best of friends, but Lex is definitely someone you want to have on your side. I do, however, wish that Lex had been able to make an appearance in the fight against the enemy. She is as dangerous as any character with her being a boundary witch. I also loved reconnecting with Lex's niece Charlie who is also a null and gets her first meeting with Scarlett.

Shadow Hunt is the end of an arc, but not the end of Scarlett's story. Olson claims that she has plans to write more Alison Luther books, and hopefully another trilogy in the future. I will say that this is yet another fast paced story with plenty of action, suspense, and a moment I think all of us who have read both series have been waiting for.

Wow! This might be my new favorite book in this world. Things that I think helped it make the top of that list? Shadow is essentially the main character in this book, we got to visit with some of my other favorite characters, and there were *significantly* less bad decisions. Don't get me wrong, there are still some bad decisions, but they aren't as "slap your head" as some previous ones have been. Is Scarlett finally growing up? Or learning? I hope so. Overall, I think everyone is just... where they should be.

So - we join Scarlett immediately after the revelation at the end of the previous book. If you haven't read any of the other books - what are you doing here?!? Don't start here. I guess I can avoid that shocker of a spoiler, but it pretty much drives all the decisions from the start of the book to the end. This "thing" makes Scarlett abruptly leave town, leaving Jesse to make the one bad decision I talked about. We get to see our favorite familiar faces, learn about some history (there's a bit of that in this book), and then rush back to save the day (as always).

So what other things made me love this book? Scarlett really... steps up. She's less along for the ride and more the leader of the team. She doesn't take any crap from anyone in this book, even if they are at a severe advantage. I *loved* that! Also, the romance was a neat surprise, but not all that much of the story. I mentioned Shadow, right? Shadow is also *amazing*! I can't say enough good things about Shadow. There was also a phenomenal action sequence towards the end of the book that had me smiling from ear to ear. Go team Scarlett (or Team Shadow?)!