If anyone can tell the difference between monsters and humans, it’s Dahlia Nite. For nearly a century, she’s hunted one to protect the other; safeguarding humanity from the creatures that slip through the torn veil between the worlds—creatures like her. But the lines are blurring. As people begin mutating and combusting on the streets, Dahlia realizes a strange affliction has descended upon … Sentinel City. The mysterious ailment strikes all walks of life, from the posh, high-end nightclub district to the homeless community. Its victims, driven to random acts of savagery, are drawing attention too fast to cover up.
Assigned to the case, Dahlia and her human partner, Detective Alex Creed, investigate the deaths. But all they have are questions and bodies, and a public on the verge of panic. Working behind the scenes with her self-appointed sidekick, Casey Evans, Dahlia struggles to discover what, or who, is behind the alarming transformations. As the violence spreads and the mystery unfolds, she wonders: are the victims still human? Were they ever?
Chain Reaction is the second book in the Nite Fire Series.
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this book was better than the first, the story sucks you in and wanting more.
This is the second book in the Nite Fire series, and it is still going way strong. The author has created a very rich world, one in which the characters are multi-faceted, neither good nor bad. Even when it seems the characters can’t get more interesting, something happens and things change. Admittedly, I am not overly fond of the very wordy book, of which this series tends to be, but I am so vested in everything that goes on, I can’t help but revel in every one. I love this world, and I love the hints of things that are yet to be revealed. If you love a very complex, well-written urban fantasy, give this book and series a try! I highly recommend this book!
Nite Fire: Chain Reaction by C. L. Schneider. This is a paranormal story about Dahlia Nite and Detective Alex Creed who are trying to save the Humans from themselves and others. Dahila has been on the run for so long but has finally come to terms with Sentinel City being her home. They are working to try to figure out why people are mutating and dying crazy deaths. Are they human or not? These deaths are effecting all walks of life from rich to poor. Dahlia tries to discover who is behind this and why. She needs to know if these victims are human and if not what were they. This is a fast paced novel just like the rest of the series so you need to be ready to finish when you start.
Nite Fire: Chain Reaction is the second book of CL Schneider’s Nite Fire series. I would highly recommend that you go and read the first one, Nite Fire:Flashpoint, before you jump right into this one. That one really sets up the world that you are going to step in to. And it is a vivid one at that. I really enjoy the way that CL Schneider can bring to life the scene of the story so much so that I feel as if I am right there with the characters experiencing things firsthand. This is what brings me into these books and keeps me coming back, well that and the story is good too… That being said, I normally am not a shifter person. They are hard for me to get into because I just can’t see it as a feasible thing in my mind, even if I make believe. However, just as with the first one, Schneider manages to make the characters so realistic and relatable that you don’t really notice the shifter aspect as much and I was able to buy it.
In Chain Reaction we follow Dahlia as she and her partner work their way through a troubling case. Dead bodies are piling up and so are the questions, with no answers in sight, and the city is in disarray over it reasonably so. What will await her in the shadows as she sets out to figure out what is going on and how to put an end to it? It will be an adventure with many ups and downs to keep you on the edge of your seat waiting to find out what will possibly come next. I can’t wait to get my hands on the next book in the series! Thanks for another great read CL Schneider!
Nite Fire: Chain Reaction is Book 2 in this series by C.L.Schneider and I highly suggest you read Nite Fire: Flash Point (Book 1) first as it does creator the main charecters from book one and starts where it left off.
Just like the first this a a fast paced supernatural read. I really enjoyed getting to know Dahlia more and watching her development throughout the book.
I really like the fast paced nature of the book it certainly kept my undivided attention throughout.
This is a great series and I highly recommend it to supernatural lovers
Nite Fire: Chain Reaction by CL Schneider is the second book in her Nite Fire series and this one just keeps getting better and better. This series is one that needs to be read in order, so I highly recommend getting book one, Flash Point, first and reading that so the storyline makes the most sense. Continuing the story of Dahlia, who we met in book one, we get to see more of her abilities as a shapeshifting assassin. This story opens with her and her partner being assigned a case full of nothing but questions and lots of dead bodies. As the city around them begins to panic, Dahlia must fight to control those around her and find the killer. As she digs for clues will she be able to stop the killer in time? How will Dahlia handle when more secrets come to light than she is prepared for, will she be able to fight like she was training or will this case be too much for her? Schneider has done it again with this book. I am not a huge fan of shape shifter books, but the first one, Flash point, in this series pulled me in, and this book kept be enthralled from beginning to end. I couldn’t read this book fast enough. If you are looking for a great author with a fantastic world building than this is definitely the series and author for you. I can’t wait to see what happens with Dahlia next.
Nite Fire: Chain Reaction by C. L. Schneider
I absolutely loved reading this book!!! The action and adventure is awesome. I didn’t know if I would like this one as much as the first one, but there is no worries there because it is just as good. I highly recommend reading the first book in this series because it will make the reading of this one more enjoyable and easier to follow. The author did an amazing job keeping you on the edge of your seat throughout the entire story. There is an interesting mix of characters that makes this book that much more enjoyable. Dahlia who we meet in the first book is my favorite, she is strong, and compassionate. I enjoyed reading the interactions between Dahlia and her partner Alex. They are on a case trying to find out who or what is behind all of these deaths. This story is full of mystery and twists and turns. I cannot say enough good things about how well this story is written and the enjoyment Ii got out of reading it. I look forward to reading more from this author who has captivated my attention. I highly recommend reading this series, it is truly and adventure!!
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4 Stars
Chain Reaction is the second book in the Nite Fire Series by C. L Schneider. The story is a paranormal, action/adventure. It has so much going for it- there’s supernatural elements, danger, shifters, mystery, suspense, drama… and so much more. I really recommend reading the first book in order to have all the important backstory details, before starting this one.
We meet up with Dahlia Nite again, and as we discovered in the first book, she is a shape-shifting assassin who came to the human realm to hide out after an assignment went awry. She didn’t stay in one place for long, moving from town to town, and has devoted her time and particular ‘talents’ to protecting people who are at risk by eradicating the creatures that ‘go bump in the night’, that threaten the unsuspecting human population.
She had teamed up with Detective Alex Creed and now they have had time to settle into their partnership. They may be very different in their methods, and even come from very different backgrounds, but it’s their differences that make them such a great team. But, in this book we see them investigating a spate of mutations and people who are combusting in the middle of the street. This case will test them, and their relationship/s, as they race to discover what’s happening, and why. Dahlia will need to change the way she approaches an investigation in order to get to the bottom of it all. With fear and panic at an all time high, there is a lot at stake. Will they unravel everything before it’s too late?
This is a fantastic second instalment, it is such an intriguing, unique and imaginative story. Ms. Schneider has once more proved to be a very talented author.
I recommend this book/series to anyone who loves a great paranormal story with supernatural elements, action and adventure. You are sure to love it as much as I do!
Thank you, Ms. Schneider!
Chain Reaction is the second book in C. L. Schneider’s Nite Fire series. I am so happy to continue my acquaintance with the half-dragon shapeshifter/police advisor Dahlia Nite who is protecting humans in Sentinel City! I hope the writer will not keep us waiting that long again for the next instalment in the series!
SO, we got Dahlia’s backstory in the first book so this one is full-blown come-on-a-ride-of-your-life-story that leaves us with a cliffhanger! WHY!? Well, Dahlia and Detective Creed are on the hunt, they are trying to figure out who is leaving dead bodies left and right … the city is in panic … to raise the stakes and make the story more twisted, there is a new drug in the city that causes people to act weird along the strange things that happen to their bodies … Of course it is not a simple drug and Dahlia takes us on an epic journey that leaves us longing for more!
There are a bunch of characters we know from the first book and some new ones and all of them bring the story to life … the reason I love reading books like Nite Fire is that I can picture it all in my head and I am telling you the fireworks of Chain Reaction … they will not leave me soon! If you like paranormal and shapeshifter stories then this one are for you!
Nite Fire Chain Reaction ( Nite Fire #2)
By C L Schneider
Rated 5 stars
This is the second book in the Nite Fire series. It picks up not too far from where book 1 (Nite Fire) left off. It’s been a while since I read book 1 ( about a year ago) but not too far in the story I was back on track. I remembered all the characters and the sorrow, anger and excitement of book one. Dahlias struggle is continuing between good and evil. A new drug has showed up on Earth and it’s killing/changing humans. One of the things i enjoy about this book is there is a lot of action and adventure in here. It keeps me engaged but makes me wonder how the characters survive on so little sleep.
There are many characters that come into play in this book. Here are a few of my fav:
Dahlia Nite is the main character and she is smart sassy and a dragon shifter. She enjoys razzing her colleagues or suspects to get Information or just for the fun of it.
Casey Evans is her workout partner, police officer and sometimes sidekick (he wishes). He cracks me up with all his “sidekick” comments to Dahlia. Or how about when he says”You mean the Aidric? King big-a**-fire breathing dragon Aidric?” In response to seeing him for the first time. Ha ha ha!
Detective Alex Creed is her work partner, grouchy and likes to follow police procedure…and has integrity in spades. Although he seems to have a (dare I say) softer side. I think he likes Dahlia around even though she has a smart mouth which sometimes irritates him.
Coen- I have to mention him because really who doesn’t want a 3 headed dragon around to protect them. Plus he turns into 3 hot looking men when in human form. I liked how each “man” had a different personality. He also works protection on the order from King Aidric
Reece—queens assassin..barely outs up with Dahlis let alone Evans but yet they live to argue another day.
King Aidric—ruthless ruler, mate to Queen Naalish but he is also a contradiction. He has lived a long time and has many secrets. He is very perplexing to me. I want to like him but then I don’t because of something he said or did.
I enjoyed reading this especially once we got near the ending! It became more and more puzzling. All of the characters are interesting and had such cool and different abilities. The story flowed nicely and kept me interested throughout. The title (Chain Reaction) fits the story perfectly! Of course it made more sense after reading it. I would recommend reading book one first as it would enhance your enjoyment of this one.
NITE FIRE: CHAIN REACTION is the 2nd book in this stunning series and it is my opinion that NITE FIRE: FLASH POINT is read first. CHAIN REACTION starts with a lot of important details that you will understand better/faster if you read this series in order.
When I first “cracked open” this story, I had every intention of reading it for just a bit and then going to sleep. Well, that did not happen. I was engrossed in this story and the many details from the very beginning. Dahlia Nite is a strong, independent woman who has a desire to keep her city and the people she “protects” safe. Dahlia has two very important men in her life. One is her partner and one is her best friend. They all interact well and there is a cadence to their relationships that allow the story to flow around them, instead of stopping ON them.
There is a lot going on in this engrossing story. There are layers upon layers of action and a few times I thought I had a really good handle on what was going on, but alas I really had no idea.
I absolutely recommend this series, this book and this author.
There’s a new drug on the street, and it’s causing humans to mutate and combust. As Nite begins to investigate she’ll discover the worst is yet to come. Someone is using her city as a testing ground and could care less how many bodies burn up. As the death pile grows, the city begins to panic. Rumors of monsters fill the streets. This is one cover-up story Nite isn’t sure the dragons can pull off.
I switched to the audiobook this time around and Cassandra King did a fantastic job narrating. Nite is a no nonsense character, and Cassandra added just the right amount of attitude to her voice. But not only did she capture Nite perfectly, but her vocal range and abilities also shined throughout the story as she gave life to each character.
As a half-dragon empathic shifter Nite has quite a few tricks up her sleeve. Not only is she good with her knives, but she can breathe fire and use her empathic abilities to experience a person’s last moments before death. And as Nite uses her ability to see through the eyes of victims, she witnesses grisly tales of pain and suffering.
Chain Reaction is an adrenaline fueled ride. Nite does not hesitate to jump into the middle of things and get her hands dirty. The battle scenes are intense, and the tension builds throughout the story as Nite works to discover who is behind the new drug. And when she finds out her advisory wants to use the humans of her city to make a mark on the world, she’ll strike back with all she has to protect them. Sentinel City is hers, and she will not stand for anyone encroaching on her territory, or her people.
Reading about Nite navigating the human world and using her dragon abilities to solve crimes is pure entertainment from start to finish. By blending the genres of crime thriller and fantasy, C.L. Schneider has created a unique reading experience I can’t get enough of. Looking for an urban fantasy series with a strong female lead? Give the Nite Fire series a try!
This is Book 2 in the Nite Fire Series, and picks up right after the first book. I would consider this series as urban fantasy; it is action packed and has some tense drama.
I listened to the audio book and there were moments in the beginning where I had to play some chapters again as my mind kept wondering. I stuck it out and glad that I did, King did an excellent job with her narration.
Schneider does a great job of maintaining the flow and characters throughout the novels. Schneider writes with a balance of characters emotion and action, as well as great world building and developing plot.
Recommended series!
Our favorite shapeshifting assassin is back and better than ever as she navigates her way through a new mystery. However, she just may be in over her head. Between mutations, combustions, and navigating the threat of panic as a result of the mysterious phenomena, Dahlia has her work cut out for her, and she’s going to need all the help that she can get. How will she fare saving the day as she witnesses the lines between humans and monsters blur? Get the book and open it to find out!
C. L. Schneider treats us to another installment in her fantastic urban fantasy series. I am a big fan of her writing style, and the complexity of her world building and characters. There is also a great balance between emotion and action. I highly recommend Nite Fire: Chain Reaction, Book 2. My only warning is that this series should be read in order because the developments are chronological
I loved it. The first book was good this one is awesome. So many things happened it’s unreal. Surprise after surprise it was intense. I love all the characters. These books aren’t just about Dahlia there are so many interesting characters. Coen, Creed, Casey, Oren, etc. They are all integral parts and I can’t wait to read the next one
Loved it! The first book hooked me in and this one kept me firmly in Sentinel City with Dahilia. She has such a huge job and sometimes gets no help from those who should be helping. She does get help from some humans she has befriended, but sometimes she gets suspicions too. She is trying to protect the ones she loves and that can sometimes be at cross purpose of keeping her worlds secrets. The penalty for others learning of her world is death, and she does not like that. In this story a drug hits the streets that cause people to mutate into horrible, blood thirsty beasts that can go up in flames. She learns where the drug comes from and tries to track it down. Come to find out it comes from an elder dragon who can morph into any person, he attacks Dahilia’s partner Alex and she goes on the run. She has a human sidekick, Casey, who helps and finds out his sister is taken to Dahilia’s world where she is not welcome. The narrator did an awesome job keeping me interested all through the performance. I love when a narrator uses the sarcasm that an author puts into the book. She did it with style and flair. This book is worth the read or listen depending on your preference.
I received a free copy of this audio book from Story Origin for an honest review.
able to pick up this one and feel excited
Overall 5 out of 5 stars
Performance 4 out of 5 stars
Story 5 out of 5 stars
Dahlia Nite had returned. I was not disappointed. You wont be either. In a simple nut shell she’s strong and determined. This time around maybe we can add a little confused. She’s not sure if she’s hunting the right parties because lately humans have been turning out to be monsters like any she has hunted before. She had to find out what was causing this transformation in the humans.
There were a host of characters, vivid images, strong plot line, and determined voices wanting to be heard in the detailed world of Nite Fire and Sentinel City. Dahlia works her way through the violent mystery that had taken hold of her city. Her and her partner, Alex, and trusted friend, Casey works this case from multiple sides. This urban fantasy with a mystery was well written.
Cassandra King brings to life Dahlia and the full cast of other worldly and human characters. She lends voice to a new world that has intrigued me and lured me over to the Nite side.
This book is so captivating & unpredictable, you will have a hard time putting it down. Afraid to miss something, what are these characters going to get into next. I received this book for free and voluntarily reviewed
Just as good second time around! Nite Fire: Chain Reaction is Book 2 in the series by C.L. Schneider. A continuation of the first book, which means that you really need to read the first one, Dahlia goes on a mission that could save an entire city. She has a new human partner named Creed and is a consultant now for the police department helping out with the “non-human” profiling. This time a mutating drug named Chrysalis has shown up into the city and its Dahlia’s job to find the source and stop it before it takes over everyone in the city. While working on the case, she continuously learns human behavior and is having a hard time with all the secrets that are being unleashed. Once again, I have to say that I don’t love Sci-Fi books but this one, I have to say I really do like and cannot wait to read the next book in the series. The author has a way with words and knows how to draw you in and keep you interested. There are so many twists and turns that you don’t expect, which to me makes for a really good and interesting read. If you are into sci-fi, dragons, the paranormal, and kick ass chicks…this is the series for you! If you don’t believe me, the read it yourself! You really will not be disappointed!