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3.94 AVERAGE
3.94 AVERAGE
Mercy Thompson is one of the favorite heroines in the Vaginal Fantasy group, Moon Called was the number one book on the Suggested Reads for the Vaginal Fantasy Book Club listopia for EVER. I expected greatness.
Halfway through the book, I had one of the strangest thoughts I've ever had reading a book: "What the hell is Mercy's personality?" I think this was around the point that she was driving back to her house to stay safe while the strong werewolf men did all the dirty work. Yes, I know that was the smart thing to do and it moved the story forward, but what kick ass urban fantasy heroine let's the guys do all the work?!
The world building left much to be desired. There wasn't anything unique in her werewolves and vampires, which I found disappointing. On the other hand, the idea of the Fae in this universe intrigued me but it wasn't expanded on enough to catch my attention. I wish she would have made werewolf-like and vampire-like Fae creatures and completely ditched the mold.
It kept me entertained, so I can't complain, but it's not a series I'm planning to revisit.
Halfway through the book, I had one of the strangest thoughts I've ever had reading a book: "What the hell is Mercy's personality?" I think this was around the point that she was driving back to her house to stay safe while the strong werewolf men did all the dirty work. Yes, I know that was the smart thing to do and it moved the story forward, but what kick ass urban fantasy heroine let's the guys do all the work?!
The world building left much to be desired. There wasn't anything unique in her werewolves and vampires, which I found disappointing. On the other hand, the idea of the Fae in this universe intrigued me but it wasn't expanded on enough to catch my attention. I wish she would have made werewolf-like and vampire-like Fae creatures and completely ditched the mold.
It kept me entertained, so I can't complain, but it's not a series I'm planning to revisit.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
If you have a hankering for mid-00s urban fantasy (I do), can't go wrong with this.
I’m such a sucker for urban fantasy especially when it comes to werewolves and thoroughly enjoyed the set up of this world. My main complaint is the pacing. Some scenes seemed to be skimmed over too quickly or were bogged down by too much exposition or over explaining. And I will admit that there were moments where the over controlling men were a bit annoying but having Mercy put them in their place was satisfying. Otherwise it was a rather enjoyable book with many likable characters (I really hope we see more of the vampire Stefan with his Mystery Machine van in the later books).
fast-paced
horrible cover that doesn't accurately represent the character. it was in first person and I still liked it!
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
05/15: As an audiobook this time. It took me a couple of chapters to warm up to Lorelai King's reading, but I got pulled into it and now I'm sad the library doesn't have any more.
08/12: A fun reread -- although I don't think I noticed the first time around how insanely complicated the Bad Guy's plan was.
08/12: A fun reread -- although I don't think I noticed the first time around how insanely complicated the Bad Guy's plan was.
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated