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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
Meh. The stalker story was reasonably well handled, and both leads were likable, but too much of the plot depended on them keeping secrets from each other. Ms Painter had been able to avoid that so far in the series, and I hope that this entry is an outlier.
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Also, I am not a fan of the mental health issue introduced here, or how it was handled.Spoiler
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
Another cute one. Great characters. Kind of wanted more with roxy’s supernatural development. Wouldn’t mind a novella about her.
Roxy St. James just got out of a supremely sucky marriage. She is delighted to move to Nocturne Falls where it is Halloween 365 days a year. And moving next door to a hunky cop and his cute (but bum) younger brother. That can only help her get past her writer's block and keep writing her best-selling shifter-romance series.
Officer Alex Cruz is worried. Roxy St. James doesn't seem to be a tap water drinker. As one of the paranormal people who live in the area, that's a problem because the bespelled water is the reason that more humans don't discover that most of the "characters" in town are real. It is also not very helpful that he seems to be attracted to the woman (plus, she speeds!) But when mysterious packages start appearing on her doorstep, he'll do anything to protect her.
Officer Alex Cruz is worried. Roxy St. James doesn't seem to be a tap water drinker. As one of the paranormal people who live in the area, that's a problem because the bespelled water is the reason that more humans don't discover that most of the "characters" in town are real. It is also not very helpful that he seems to be attracted to the woman (plus, she speeds!) But when mysterious packages start appearing on her doorstep, he'll do anything to protect her.
Another wonderful book in a brilliant series, i have read them all and they still leave me craving more. It is a beautiful story of strength love and overcoming your own past and fears to be able to build a new life with friends. A great addition to a superb series.
We get a break from the usual formula with this romance—or at least, the climatic fight scene doesn't feel particularly climatic. But I genuinely enjoyed this one for the first half. The poor life decisions and total lack of consequences in the second half just kept my eyes rolling.
Also, I think I might be a little hooked on Nocturne Falls at this point.
Also, I think I might be a little hooked on Nocturne Falls at this point.
An entertaining addition to a solid series!
I think this was my favorite in the series... Though I might have said that before and possibly will say that again after reading the next book.
First and foremost I loved reading about hotty mchotness Mr. Cruz. I was actually hoping that Painter would write a book about him, when we first met him in the previous books of the series. So kudos for the fact that he got an entire book (insert happy dance)
AND I was not disappointed!
He is just like I was hoping and more!!
But if you haven't read any of the books in the series? My advice is to actually go and read the other books first, even if this could work as a stand alone. In fact, with each of the previous books I would have told you just go ahead and read them as pleases you. The Shifter Romances The Writer however works best when you actually have read the previous Nocturne Fall book, in my opinion.
It has all the great things the series offered. Wonderful world building, sweet romance, humour, great dialogue and good character building.
TSRTW is definitely character driven. And unlike many of it's predecessors quite a few previous MCs feature in it. I absolutely loved that part. I loved how Painter managed to make it feel like I am visiting old friends. I adore how the girls all interact with each other, and how some characters seem quite different yet the same when seen from a different POV. (as example Birdie)
I adore Alex- not just for the fact that he makes uniforms look good- but I liked his sensitive and protective sides.
I loved the chemistry between him and Roxy and I love their banter.
Roxy is a strong heroine, that I could relate to and I cared for very quickly. She is intelligent, strong even if she is overcoming a difficult past and really sensible. It sounds odd to put it out there, but there are so many books these days where the heroine is somehow ditzy or where she behaves uber-melodramatic. It's actually refreshing to have a heroine that not only doesn't do either but also is making good choices and is reasonable! I could see myself being friends with Roxy.
Oh I need to mention that I've been wondering how much of this has autobiographical aspects in it.
I kept wondering if that is how Painter does things.
My only little reservation is the soul mate bit. I don't believe in that. So when that came up...I just cringed- but then again, we all know that is just how I feel about it. Don't let it put you off. It's seriously minor.
The mystery was pleasant, kept me guessing and entertained- oh and in case you wondering: I did get it right, saw the clues immediately and knew what probably would be coming down the line.
Another favorite part was the humour. Again, I clearly like Painters humour, but The Shifter Romances The Writer made me actually giggle at times.
So very entertaining, fun and easy read. Just the right thing for a summery day read.
I think this was my favorite in the series... Though I might have said that before and possibly will say that again after reading the next book.
First and foremost I loved reading about hotty mchotness Mr. Cruz. I was actually hoping that Painter would write a book about him, when we first met him in the previous books of the series. So kudos for the fact that he got an entire book (insert happy dance)
AND I was not disappointed!
He is just like I was hoping and more!!
But if you haven't read any of the books in the series? My advice is to actually go and read the other books first, even if this could work as a stand alone. In fact, with each of the previous books I would have told you just go ahead and read them as pleases you. The Shifter Romances The Writer however works best when you actually have read the previous Nocturne Fall book, in my opinion.
It has all the great things the series offered. Wonderful world building, sweet romance, humour, great dialogue and good character building.
TSRTW is definitely character driven. And unlike many of it's predecessors quite a few previous MCs feature in it. I absolutely loved that part. I loved how Painter managed to make it feel like I am visiting old friends. I adore how the girls all interact with each other, and how some characters seem quite different yet the same when seen from a different POV. (as example Birdie)
I adore Alex- not just for the fact that he makes uniforms look good- but I liked his sensitive and protective sides.
I loved the chemistry between him and Roxy and I love their banter.
Roxy is a strong heroine, that I could relate to and I cared for very quickly. She is intelligent, strong even if she is overcoming a difficult past and really sensible. It sounds odd to put it out there, but there are so many books these days where the heroine is somehow ditzy or where she behaves uber-melodramatic. It's actually refreshing to have a heroine that not only doesn't do either but also is making good choices and is reasonable! I could see myself being friends with Roxy.
Oh I need to mention that I've been wondering how much of this has autobiographical aspects in it.
I kept wondering if that is how Painter does things.
My only little reservation is the soul mate bit. I don't believe in that. So when that came up...I just cringed- but then again, we all know that is just how I feel about it. Don't let it put you off. It's seriously minor.
The mystery was pleasant, kept me guessing and entertained- oh and in case you wondering: I did get it right, saw the clues immediately and knew what probably would be coming down the line.
Another favorite part was the humour. Again, I clearly like Painters humour, but The Shifter Romances The Writer made me actually giggle at times.
So very entertaining, fun and easy read. Just the right thing for a summery day read.
Listened to this through Audible Escape. I'll give this a 3.5. We met Roxy in the short The Vampire's Valentine Surprise, and I was wondering if that was the author's way of inserting herself into this universe. I wonder how much is autobiographical. Either way, it's a pretty fun story.
Full Review posted at Book Lovin' Mamas
Overall, the sixth book was another great addition to this amazing series Kristen Painter has written. Oh, and the cover for the sixth book is my favorite so far of the series.
I give this 4 stars and highly recommend it to paranormal romance readers out there. You do not have to read these books in sequence since each book follows a different couple, but if you are like me, you’ll want to read in order. I do not like reading out of order. Plus I feel like I’ll miss out on the other characters that already had their story.
Overall, the sixth book was another great addition to this amazing series Kristen Painter has written. Oh, and the cover for the sixth book is my favorite so far of the series.
I give this 4 stars and highly recommend it to paranormal romance readers out there. You do not have to read these books in sequence since each book follows a different couple, but if you are like me, you’ll want to read in order. I do not like reading out of order. Plus I feel like I’ll miss out on the other characters that already had their story.
I found this clean romance to be a lot of fun. While I had a bit of an issue with the lead characters being soulmates after a week, I enjoyed it enough to download the rest of the series. Read my full review here: https://booknsublove.wordpress.com/2017/04/06/book-review-the-shifter-romances-the-writer-nocturne-falls-book-6-by-kristen-painter/