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4.11 AVERAGE
4.11 AVERAGE
Loveable characters:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
I have not had good luck with this author and/or this series. The writing style does not seem to appeal to me at all -- it just doesn't work for me. It is hard to pin down exactly what I don't like about these books since on paper they are everything I usually really like. But I think its a combination of lack of chemistry (most MCs are exceptionally attractive and that is relied upon heavily and results in only lukewarm chemistry) and the humor that is often more silly and annoying than funny. I really did not believe that Austen was a deadly killer/spy as that trait appears abruptly before it quickly disappears. Zach was just way too nice and perfect ... perfect family ... just perfect. Their relationship was odd and difficult to understand. I also feel like I have read aspects of this story before ... it reminded me quite a bit of Rhys Ford's Sinners series. Also, there are quite a lot of characters (from previous books) that I could not place or remember ...
Despite really loving the concept and the premise of this particular book -- unfortunately, this book and this series did not deliver as I hoped. This unfortunately was just an okay read for me ...
Despite really loving the concept and the premise of this particular book -- unfortunately, this book and this series did not deliver as I hoped. This unfortunately was just an okay read for me ...
4.5 Stars ~ I have loved snarky, foul-mouthed Austen from the first moment he appeared in a THIRDS novel, so since I consider myself a genuine THIRDS nerd, I have been desperately anticipating his story. Austen needs love just as much as all the other guys did and I couldn’t wait to see him find it. Of course, the fact that it was Dex and Sloane’s matchmaking that put Zach in Austen’s path didn’t hurt my desire to see it play out as I love those two men.
“If Austen didn’t put an end to this once and for all, he could end up falling for Zach, and when Zach saw, really saw, how messed-up he was, he’d run. And it would break Austen. He’d spent too long protecting what remained of his heart to take such a risk, especially when he knew what the outcome would be.”
Austen didn’t just close himself off to ever caring about anyone again after his parents threw him away when he was eight – no, instead he wrapped his heart in barbed wire and keeps everyone at far more than arm’s length. There are two people he truly cares for – Sloane Brodie and Oswald (Zach) Zachary. When Zach is injured while saving the life of a little girl whose father was targeted for assassination, Austen is at the hospital when two trained killers come to finish Zach off. Austen takes it upon himself to protect Zach and discover why he’s being targeted. But Austen doesn’t factor in the large, very large, bear Therian family Zach belongs to and that’s how Austen ends up in the mountains at the Zachary Lodge with the entire Zachary clan.
Please find my full review at Rainbow Book Reviews
“If Austen didn’t put an end to this once and for all, he could end up falling for Zach, and when Zach saw, really saw, how messed-up he was, he’d run. And it would break Austen. He’d spent too long protecting what remained of his heart to take such a risk, especially when he knew what the outcome would be.”
Austen didn’t just close himself off to ever caring about anyone again after his parents threw him away when he was eight – no, instead he wrapped his heart in barbed wire and keeps everyone at far more than arm’s length. There are two people he truly cares for – Sloane Brodie and Oswald (Zach) Zachary. When Zach is injured while saving the life of a little girl whose father was targeted for assassination, Austen is at the hospital when two trained killers come to finish Zach off. Austen takes it upon himself to protect Zach and discover why he’s being targeted. But Austen doesn’t factor in the large, very large, bear Therian family Zach belongs to and that’s how Austen ends up in the mountains at the Zachary Lodge with the entire Zachary clan.
Please find my full review at Rainbow Book Reviews
Chirps and growls
I love Zach’s mom. She and the entire Zachary clan are fantastic, full of love and just what Austen needs. I think we could all learn a lot from them. Also this book was beary funny, and I would love to play in the snow with all and all of these characters.
“Don’t let fear rob you of something wonderful.” I knew Austen was special but he’s a favorite of mine and will forever live in my heart. He’s complex and layered, and it was both fun and humbling seeing them all unwrapped. Zach is amazing. He’s gentle, understanding, kind, really sexy and knows just how to smooth Austen’s prickles. I easily fell in love with them. An amazing book full of amazing characters that will take hold of your heart.
I love Zach’s mom. She and the entire Zachary clan are fantastic, full of love and just what Austen needs. I think we could all learn a lot from them. Also this book was beary funny, and I would love to play in the snow with all and all of these characters.
“Don’t let fear rob you of something wonderful.” I knew Austen was special but he’s a favorite of mine and will forever live in my heart. He’s complex and layered, and it was both fun and humbling seeing them all unwrapped. Zach is amazing. He’s gentle, understanding, kind, really sexy and knows just how to smooth Austen’s prickles. I easily fell in love with them. An amazing book full of amazing characters that will take hold of your heart.
We finally get to see more of Austin and Zach and it was so worth the wait! I adore Zach's family and crack up at how Austin tries to figure them out. There are so many wonderful moments in this book and you will find yourself cheering, loving, and crying at parts but it is simply another magnificent book by one of my favorite authors.
Though, I really want to know the recipe to the hot cocoa and cannot wait for Brayden's story!
Though, I really want to know the recipe to the hot cocoa and cannot wait for Brayden's story!
I loved it. Austin and Zach (and Zach's family) are incredible. I adore the THIRDS universe.
12/6/2018 I listened to the audiobook and loved the narrator.