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A review by _mkarys
Wolf Marked by Veronica Douglas
5.0
Actual Rating: 4.5
Edit: I can't stop thinking about this book. 4 stars feels like too little so I rounded the rating up.
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I have become obsessed.
Wolf Marked has all the elements that I enjoy in a book. Magic, supernatural elements, an intense love interest and an incredible protagonist. And let’s not forget mystery! I love mystery. I definitely do watch it more than I read it, but whenever I find it in a book I’m extremely happy, especially if the plot is engaging and the author keeps the wheels in my mind spinning with theories and doubts, as was the case for this book.
The story follows Savannah, small-town waitress who finds herself in a difficult situation when two strangers chase her down. Turns out, they’re werewolves and they want her dead. The only way Savannah can get to the bottom of this with her life intact is with the help of the hot Chicago alpha, Jaxson. Sparks fly and there’s an undeniable attraction, but Savannah discovers she’s related to the LaSalle, a family of sorcerers who happen to be mortal enemies of Jaxson’s pack, turning this book into one of the angstiest enemies-to-lovers thirst traps I’ve ever read.
As you can probably tell, the slow-burn romance was one of my favorite elements of this book. Surprised? If you know me, you’re not. I have always proclaimed my love for romance plots and subplots loudly. The chemistry between Savannah and Jaxson was undeniable, tangible, real—and I’m not just speaking of their sexual attraction. Their banter was on point, and added with the story’s mystery element, it reminded me of couples from some crime dramas that I used to love watching once upon a time, like Castle and Beckett from Castle or Booth and Brennan from Bones. What makes them even better is the enemies-to-lovers twist for which I am weak in the knees. I’m sure their story is going to get even better with the next books. I cannot wait! Should you read this book for the romance alone? Yes, but there’s more.
As I mentioned, there’s a mystery aspect to the story. People are disappearing, and someone wants Savannah dead. How is everything connected? Who can Savannah and Jaxson trust? The author—actually authors, which makes this book even more special, as I am also a co-author under the C.M. Karys penname—do a good job of planting clues and instilling doubt. I was invested in the story not just for the couple, but because I wanted to get to the bottom of this mystery. There was a plot-twist that I suspected, but overall the book surprised me a lot.
I recommend this to people who love reading paranormal romance books, with a dash of mystery and a couple with great chemistry. And werewolves! I know there’s a lot of you thirsty readers who want werewolves. Now I demand book 2. *throws imaginary glass like Thor*
Thank you to the author for sending me a copy. Opinions are my own.
Edit: I can't stop thinking about this book. 4 stars feels like too little so I rounded the rating up.
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I have become obsessed.
Wolf Marked has all the elements that I enjoy in a book. Magic, supernatural elements, an intense love interest and an incredible protagonist. And let’s not forget mystery! I love mystery. I definitely do watch it more than I read it, but whenever I find it in a book I’m extremely happy, especially if the plot is engaging and the author keeps the wheels in my mind spinning with theories and doubts, as was the case for this book.
The story follows Savannah, small-town waitress who finds herself in a difficult situation when two strangers chase her down. Turns out, they’re werewolves and they want her dead. The only way Savannah can get to the bottom of this with her life intact is with the help of the hot Chicago alpha, Jaxson. Sparks fly and there’s an undeniable attraction, but Savannah discovers she’s related to the LaSalle, a family of sorcerers who happen to be mortal enemies of Jaxson’s pack, turning this book into one of the angstiest enemies-to-lovers thirst traps I’ve ever read.
As you can probably tell, the slow-burn romance was one of my favorite elements of this book. Surprised? If you know me, you’re not. I have always proclaimed my love for romance plots and subplots loudly. The chemistry between Savannah and Jaxson was undeniable, tangible, real—and I’m not just speaking of their sexual attraction. Their banter was on point, and added with the story’s mystery element, it reminded me of couples from some crime dramas that I used to love watching once upon a time, like Castle and Beckett from Castle or Booth and Brennan from Bones. What makes them even better is the enemies-to-lovers twist for which I am weak in the knees. I’m sure their story is going to get even better with the next books. I cannot wait! Should you read this book for the romance alone? Yes, but there’s more.
As I mentioned, there’s a mystery aspect to the story. People are disappearing, and someone wants Savannah dead. How is everything connected? Who can Savannah and Jaxson trust? The author—actually authors, which makes this book even more special, as I am also a co-author under the C.M. Karys penname—do a good job of planting clues and instilling doubt. I was invested in the story not just for the couple, but because I wanted to get to the bottom of this mystery. There was a plot-twist that I suspected, but overall the book surprised me a lot.
I recommend this to people who love reading paranormal romance books, with a dash of mystery and a couple with great chemistry. And werewolves! I know there’s a lot of you thirsty readers who want werewolves. Now I demand book 2. *throws imaginary glass like Thor*
Thank you to the author for sending me a copy. Opinions are my own.