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a_reader_obsessed's review
3.0
3.5 Stars
I’m finding the short stories in this collection quite endearing and very original!
Aaron is an unlucky in love raccoon shifter. It doesn’t help that his kind is very rare and not necessarily an easy animal to contain. He’s feeling a lot down about his lack of love prospects, but his hopes are lifted when he connects with handsome stranger Phillip. Sparks fly and things progress quickly, and Aaron frets over keeping his dual nature a secret. Silly guy. Just wait until he discovers Phillip has one of his own!
Very sweet with also a very nice dollop of sexy. This made me smile!
I’m finding the short stories in this collection quite endearing and very original!
Aaron is an unlucky in love raccoon shifter. It doesn’t help that his kind is very rare and not necessarily an easy animal to contain. He’s feeling a lot down about his lack of love prospects, but his hopes are lifted when he connects with handsome stranger Phillip. Sparks fly and things progress quickly, and Aaron frets over keeping his dual nature a secret. Silly guy. Just wait until he discovers Phillip has one of his own!
Very sweet with also a very nice dollop of sexy. This made me smile!
tinkcourtney's review
4.0
Aw, this was adorable. I wish it had been a little bit longer, because I was intrigued by the world and the characters. I don't want to spoil an important plot line, but the two main characters were awesomely perfect for each other, and the story made me giggle several times. I'll definitely read more from this author.
ellelainey's review
5.0
This is one seriously adorable story. Who ever thought that Racoons could have a love story?
Not only was the writing spot on - I've been a fan of Lowry's writing for a while now and was not disappointed - but there was some novel-worthy detail here. Just because it's a short story, some authors skim the important details of the how, the why, the background, but Lowry does an amazing job of giving us the same level of detail, characterisation and plot in just 28 pages that some authors can't give in 200+.
Told in 3rd person, this story captivates right from the start, with loveable shifter Aaron lamenting over the lack of acknowledgement for lower-species shifters - aka anything not dangerous to humans. While the "predatory shifters" (werewolves, bearpeople) get laws and safety and protections, shifters like Aaron are left to fend for themselves with cages, locks, bolts and other safety precautions placed throughout their homes. The fact that Aaron's racoon is clever enough to bypass them allows for some cringe-worthy hilarity.
It's a really original take on the shifter genre, with some awesome attention to world building - from the medical and personal views, to the entire 'emergency procedure' stickers in their homes. And although the romance was a little quick, it really worked for me under the whole instant-attraction vibe and shifter possibilities.
Overall, a super cute story that really cheered me up.
Not only was the writing spot on - I've been a fan of Lowry's writing for a while now and was not disappointed - but there was some novel-worthy detail here. Just because it's a short story, some authors skim the important details of the how, the why, the background, but Lowry does an amazing job of giving us the same level of detail, characterisation and plot in just 28 pages that some authors can't give in 200+.
Told in 3rd person, this story captivates right from the start, with loveable shifter Aaron lamenting over the lack of acknowledgement for lower-species shifters - aka anything not dangerous to humans. While the "predatory shifters" (werewolves, bearpeople) get laws and safety and protections, shifters like Aaron are left to fend for themselves with cages, locks, bolts and other safety precautions placed throughout their homes. The fact that Aaron's racoon is clever enough to bypass them allows for some cringe-worthy hilarity.
It's a really original take on the shifter genre, with some awesome attention to world building - from the medical and personal views, to the entire 'emergency procedure' stickers in their homes. And although the romance was a little quick, it really worked for me under the whole instant-attraction vibe and shifter possibilities.
Overall, a super cute story that really cheered me up.
crtsjffrsn's review
3.0
Aaron Loreto is a shifter, but he's not one that's well-known or often appreciated. In a world where shifters are known to humans, raccoon shifters aren't exactly considered highbrow. And Aaron's other self has proven to be too much for past boyfriends.
When Aaron meets Philip MacRory, he's drawn to the man immediately. There's something about Philip that makes Aaron think he can let his guard down. But past experience still makes him wary of divulging his secret.
But as they spend more time together, Aaron learns he may not be the only one with a secret...
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Is it okay to call a story adorable and fun? Because that's exactly what I have to say about this story. It's a unique shifter story--how often does one see a raccoon shifter?--and the characters are great. This is definitely one of my personal favorites of this year's Daily Dose series from Dreamspinner Press. I definitely suggest giving it a read.
When Aaron meets Philip MacRory, he's drawn to the man immediately. There's something about Philip that makes Aaron think he can let his guard down. But past experience still makes him wary of divulging his secret.
But as they spend more time together, Aaron learns he may not be the only one with a secret...
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Is it okay to call a story adorable and fun? Because that's exactly what I have to say about this story. It's a unique shifter story--how often does one see a raccoon shifter?--and the characters are great. This is definitely one of my personal favorites of this year's Daily Dose series from Dreamspinner Press. I definitely suggest giving it a read.
rissa53's review
3.0
I really like reading shifter stories with different animals! The unusual ones like the two in this story! <3
(Not really unusual, I guess. I mean the ones usually not used, lol. You know what I mean!)
(Not really unusual, I guess. I mean the ones usually not used, lol. You know what I mean!)
fantasyliving's review
4.0
Read as part of the Boy Meets Boy Review Shifter Sunday Funday for Dreamspinner 2016 Daily Dose: A Walk on the Wild Side Anthology
4.5 Hearts
This was the cutest story EVAH!!! OMG so adorable.
Aaron is a raccoon shifter in a world full of predatory shifters, so he keeps it to himself. He meets Philip in a coffee house while working on some edits, and they hit it off immediately. Only he can’t seem to come up with a good way to tell Philip he turns into a raccoon. After a night of passion, Aaron learns that Philip has been keeping secrets too.
This story just gave me big warm fuzzies. It was well rounded for a short, and even for the quick timeline, I was happy for these two fellas. I believe in their connection.
Philip’s secret makes this more perfect, and I have the perfect image for this but I . Can’t. Use. It because that would be a spoiler, and that’s not fair to everyone else. Believe me, you will be tickled when you read it.
I liked the world building. Although brief, it was thorough and well rounded. I would love to know more about this world where shifters and humans co-exist in semi-harmony.
Aaron was a great character. He was stable and confident. He didn’t have any traumatic baggage, making this a great, light read.
Fans of unusual shifters will love this. It is just so freaking cute.
A copy was provided in exchange for an honest review
4.5 Hearts
This was the cutest story EVAH!!! OMG so adorable.
Aaron is a raccoon shifter in a world full of predatory shifters, so he keeps it to himself. He meets Philip in a coffee house while working on some edits, and they hit it off immediately. Only he can’t seem to come up with a good way to tell Philip he turns into a raccoon. After a night of passion, Aaron learns that Philip has been keeping secrets too.
This story just gave me big warm fuzzies. It was well rounded for a short, and even for the quick timeline, I was happy for these two fellas. I believe in their connection.
Philip’s secret makes this more perfect, and I have the perfect image for this but I . Can’t. Use. It because that would be a spoiler, and that’s not fair to everyone else. Believe me, you will be tickled when you read it.
I liked the world building. Although brief, it was thorough and well rounded. I would love to know more about this world where shifters and humans co-exist in semi-harmony.
Aaron was a great character. He was stable and confident. He didn’t have any traumatic baggage, making this a great, light read.
Fans of unusual shifters will love this. It is just so freaking cute.
A copy was provided in exchange for an honest review
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