A review by xo_kimberlyjo
The Wolf at Bay by Charlie Adhara

adventurous emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Great 2nd in series. Good intrigue both from the mystery plot and between the MCs with the “will-they-won’t-they” dynamic, but in an organic way that’s true to character. I relate to Cooper way too much, including his anxieties and unwillingness to say what’s on his mind. 

But dang - my absolute favorite part of this book was the relationship arc between Cooper and his Dad. I went from extreme dislike to pity to kinship with Sheriff Ed Dayton. I hope there’s more of their arc in future books. (And Dean and Sophie are both super fun secondary characters whom I’d love to see more of as well.)