Spider's Bite (Elemental Assassin, Book 1) Mass Market Paperback – January 26, 2010

Spider's Bite, the first book in the Elemental Assassin series by Jennifer Estep, is an action-packed and captivating urban fantasy story. The main character, Gin, also known as the Spider, is a feared assassin with the ability to manipulate ice and stone. When she is double-crossed and her handler is killed, she sets out on a quest for revenge. The book received high praise from readers, with many stating that it was one of the best books they had read in a while. They found the story to be engaging and enjoyed the mix of comedy, tears, spice, and romance. The book was described as a page-turner, with readers unable to put it down and wanting to know what happens next. The characters, especially Gin and her adopted brother Finn, were praised for being well-developed and likable. The world-building was also highly regarded, with readers finding the magical world of elemental users, vampires, dwarves, and giants to be fascinating and complex. There were a few criticisms of the book, mainly regarding the predictability of some plot points and the dislike of the main characters. However, readers expressed faith in the series and hope for improvement in future books. Overall, Spider's Bite received positive reception and was recommended as a must-read for fans of urban fantasy.