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4.1 AVERAGE
4.1 AVERAGE
I had a hard time finishing this book; I think I burned myself out reading too many of the books in this series too quickly. Also, I think I'm not as enamored with the werewolves as some people seem to be. I could definitely do with fewer chase and fight descriptions. Still, I liked the introduction of some new, nice werewolf characters. Also, it was great to go back to a writing style focused on one character's perspective since I wasn't really a huge fan of the multiple, third-person perspectives in the last book.
Rating reviewed 1/20/2023.
Rating reviewed 1/20/2023.
Serious TW for this: sexual assault/rape. quite disturbing.
Although the ending was strangely anticlimatic, i found it to be a very tense, dramatic book. The threat of rape made is slightly less fun to read, but I enjoyed Clayton and Elana working together. Her books can get a little character dense, but this one stayed simple, with the other characters only appearing as support.
Although the ending was strangely anticlimatic, i found it to be a very tense, dramatic book. The threat of rape made is slightly less fun to read, but I enjoyed Clayton and Elana working together. Her books can get a little character dense, but this one stayed simple, with the other characters only appearing as support.
Reread; still a favourite of the series and a perfect way to bring Elena full circle.
I loved this book. I love reading about Elena and Clay. I hate how they end up in Alaska after they follow a trail of horrible murders. I was glad when they got to see some old friends and pack members. I hate how one of them is chosen to be Alpha. I love the other ones devotion to them and how they are so willing to support each other through everything. I loved seeing their twins. I was glad when everything worked out. I know I keep saying that previous books are my favorite, but so far this one is my favorite. Only 3 more books. 10 stars!!!
Not my favourite of the series, its good to see Elena work through her inner demons though.
How I love this series! I have read and enjoyed several of the books, not in any kind of order, and my favorites are always the ones featuring Elena and Clay. Now their family has grown with the birth of the twins a few years ago and their responsibilities have increased within the pack as well. The book this time around is set in Alaska as they chase after mutts who are completely out of control and killing humans.
Elena's backstory is told in more detail too. It may have been brought up in earlier books but it was all new to me. It explains a lot and I admire her even more. She's a tough cookie.
Definite recommend.
Elena's backstory is told in more detail too. It may have been brought up in earlier books but it was all new to me. It explains a lot and I admire her even more. She's a tough cookie.
Definite recommend.
Pretty good. I think I'll go back and try number one now. :)
3.5 STARS
"For Elena Michaels, being the world's only female werewolf has its advantages, such as having her pick of the Otherworld's most desirable males. And she couldn't have picked a more dangerously sexy and undyingly loyal mate than Clayton Danvers. But now their bond will be put to the ultimate test. A werewolf more wolf than human and more unnatural than supernatural - a creature whose origins spring from ancient legend - is hunting human prey, and Elena and Clayton must track the predator deep into Alaska's frozen wilderness.
But the personal stakes are even higher. Either Clayton or Elena has been chosen to become the new Pack leader, and every wolf knows that there can be only one Alpha. The couple have always been equals in everything. Now, when their survival depends more than ever on perfect teamwork, will instinct allow one of them to lead and the other to follow?" (From Amazon)
I enjoyed this novel and Elena - and even Clay is starting to grow on me. This was a classic Elena-to-save-the-day book.
"For Elena Michaels, being the world's only female werewolf has its advantages, such as having her pick of the Otherworld's most desirable males. And she couldn't have picked a more dangerously sexy and undyingly loyal mate than Clayton Danvers. But now their bond will be put to the ultimate test. A werewolf more wolf than human and more unnatural than supernatural - a creature whose origins spring from ancient legend - is hunting human prey, and Elena and Clayton must track the predator deep into Alaska's frozen wilderness.
But the personal stakes are even higher. Either Clayton or Elena has been chosen to become the new Pack leader, and every wolf knows that there can be only one Alpha. The couple have always been equals in everything. Now, when their survival depends more than ever on perfect teamwork, will instinct allow one of them to lead and the other to follow?" (From Amazon)
I enjoyed this novel and Elena - and even Clay is starting to grow on me. This was a classic Elena-to-save-the-day book.
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
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:
Yes
Frostbitten
3 Stars
***Warning: Spoilers Ahead***
Elena Michaels and her husband, Clay Danvers, travel to Alaska in pursuit of a young werewolf. Soon they run afoul of a gang of rogue Mutts with their own agenda. If that weren't bad enough, there is something ancient, unnatural and disturbing loose in the dark forests of the Alaskan wilderness.
Despite several engaging characters and compelling plotlines in the first few books, Kelley Armstrong's Women of the Otherworld has been hit or miss for me, and the last couple of books have been DNFs mainly due to their focus on bland and uninteresting secondary or even completely new characters. Unfortunately, Elena and Clay's return in Frostbitten dashed my expectations for a return to the series initial appeal as there are several problems with the story.
To begin with, the intriguing premise of an ancient supernatural being haunting the Alaskan wilderness devolves into a ridiculous Goldilocks and the Three Bears meets The Hendersons scenario. The tension and suspense inherent to the threat posed by the mysterious creatures vanish completely when their true identity is revealed.
Second, the rape trope is an infuriating and unnecessary plot device. Its inclusion contributes nothing to either Elena's characterization or the rogue Mutt narrative. This might be harsh, but using this trope is an overused and lazy method for adding drama and angst to the conflict, which would be better served by not undermining the heroine's strengths and skills with this cliché.
Third, the last few chapters are a repetitive mess of catch and release situations as Elena is repeatedly captured, escapes and is recaptured - seriously?! Did the author need to fulfill a page requirement?
Finally, the blurb hints at a conflict between Elena and Clay with regard to the future Alpha position in the pack. However, this never materializes in the book itself as the issue is resolved quickly with a simple conversation. So why include it at all?
Overall, this is a disappointing addition to the series and I can only hope that the last three installments focusing on Savannah and her powers will be better.
3 Stars
***Warning: Spoilers Ahead***
Elena Michaels and her husband, Clay Danvers, travel to Alaska in pursuit of a young werewolf. Soon they run afoul of a gang of rogue Mutts with their own agenda. If that weren't bad enough, there is something ancient, unnatural and disturbing loose in the dark forests of the Alaskan wilderness.
Despite several engaging characters and compelling plotlines in the first few books, Kelley Armstrong's Women of the Otherworld has been hit or miss for me, and the last couple of books have been DNFs mainly due to their focus on bland and uninteresting secondary or even completely new characters. Unfortunately, Elena and Clay's return in Frostbitten dashed my expectations for a return to the series initial appeal as there are several problems with the story.
To begin with, the intriguing premise of an ancient supernatural being haunting the Alaskan wilderness devolves into a ridiculous Goldilocks and the Three Bears meets The Hendersons scenario. The tension and suspense inherent to the threat posed by the mysterious creatures vanish completely when their true identity is revealed.
Second, the rape trope is an infuriating and unnecessary plot device. Its inclusion contributes nothing to either Elena's characterization or the rogue Mutt narrative. This might be harsh, but using this trope is an overused and lazy method for adding drama and angst to the conflict, which would be better served by not undermining the heroine's strengths and skills with this cliché.
Third, the last few chapters are a repetitive mess of catch and release situations as Elena is repeatedly captured, escapes and is recaptured - seriously?! Did the author need to fulfill a page requirement?
Finally, the blurb hints at a conflict between Elena and Clay with regard to the future Alpha position in the pack. However, this never materializes in the book itself as the issue is resolved quickly with a simple conversation. So why include it at all?
Overall, this is a disappointing addition to the series and I can only hope that the last three installments focusing on Savannah and her powers will be better.