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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
I really really love this series it's definitely my favourite shifter series every book adds another element and keeps me wanting more !!!!
This didn't feel like the Tao I got to know in the first book Feral Sins. There felt like a couple of inconsistencies in character.
However, I still thoroughly enjoyed it.
However, I still thoroughly enjoyed it.
Okay as you know I love SW and even though my reviews have been short that changes nothing. My reviews actually are short because I only review after I've already read at least two three of the books. The only reason this one didn't get five was because some parts of the story Riley annoyed me. Also, I learned the ménage scene in book was apparently written out (even though it was hot that makes more sense). I'm assuming most people have read the books without it because Tao says he never touched Taryn and yet all the guys did. Also, I'm loving that we're getting more types shifters.
Plot: ♡♡♡♡♡
Hero: ♡♡♡♡♡
Heroine: ♡♡♡♡
Steam: ♡♡♡♡
Cover: ♡♡♡♡
Writing: ♡♡♡♡♡
HEA: Yes
Plot: ♡♡♡♡♡
Hero: ♡♡♡♡♡
Heroine: ♡♡♡♡
Steam: ♡♡♡♡
Cover: ♡♡♡♡
Writing: ♡♡♡♡♡
HEA:
3.75 stars. I loved the enemies to lovers trope with tao and riley
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
dark
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Suicide, Murder
Moderate: Cancer, Child abuse, Terminal illness
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I am affronted that Americans even changed the name Maugrim from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe? And to Fenris Ulf, no less.
The timeline of this book is ridiculously short. We skip over many interesting parts (when Riley first arrives at the pack and their initial interactions) and jump straight into them starting a fling. Feelings surface just as quickly and the "problem" is that both are afraid of taking the next step. Tao gets immediately possessive and overbearing, doing many things that cross Riley's boundaries. They also don't talk about how their relationship is changing, instead, the mating bond fixes it all very easily or the writing makes it clear that the other character actually wants it despite implying otherwise; like Tao magically knowing when Riley is in "her zone" and what to do. I think the worst offender was an argument between them (view spoiler) that was terribly phrased and came off incredibly patronizing.
While Riley first came into the picture working at the shelter, specifically with two children, this is mostly disregarded. Half the time is spent away from them and interactions are few, fleeting, and of little substance. It is mentioned that she loves Savannah and Dexter or that Kye has grown in Tao but not actually woven into the story naturally.
I had also hoped we would explore the differences between packs and flocks and how shifter communities work differently.
The side plot was also absolutely ridiculous. Both Ramon (a drug dealer, again) and Riley's flock are so contrived. Then, part of the Phoenix come to visit to "help" and what is the result? "We talked to everyone once and don't know who's the culprit." I'm sorry, what? Is that what you think an investigation is? And let's not talk about the final battle (view spoiler).
The author still switches point of view from one paragraph to another for no reason other than to spell out feelings and the meaning behind actions like we're idiots. There are also some... off comments about Riley's gay uncles (not being effeminate) and Tao's bisexuality.
The timeline of this book is ridiculously short. We skip over many interesting parts (when Riley first arrives at the pack and their initial interactions) and jump straight into them starting a fling. Feelings surface just as quickly and the "problem" is that both are afraid of taking the next step. Tao gets immediately possessive and overbearing, doing many things that cross Riley's boundaries. They also don't talk about how their relationship is changing, instead, the mating bond fixes it all very easily or the writing makes it clear that the other character actually wants it despite implying otherwise; like Tao magically knowing when Riley is in "her zone" and what to do. I think the worst offender was an argument between them (view spoiler) that was terribly phrased and came off incredibly patronizing.
While Riley first came into the picture working at the shelter, specifically with two children, this is mostly disregarded. Half the time is spent away from them and interactions are few, fleeting, and of little substance. It is mentioned that she loves Savannah and Dexter or that Kye has grown in Tao but not actually woven into the story naturally.
I had also hoped we would explore the differences between packs and flocks and how shifter communities work differently.
The side plot was also absolutely ridiculous. Both Ramon (a drug dealer, again) and Riley's flock are so contrived. Then, part of the Phoenix come to visit to "help" and what is the result? "We talked to everyone once and don't know who's the culprit." I'm sorry, what? Is that what you think an investigation is? And let's not talk about the final battle (view spoiler).
The author still switches point of view from one paragraph to another for no reason other than to spell out feelings and the meaning behind actions like we're idiots. There are also some... off comments about Riley's gay uncles (not being effeminate) and Tao's bisexuality.