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Oracle by Macy Blake
4.0
4 Stars
Here we have the end to the Chosen Champions Series and I got see Ben one of favourites from the very first book get his HEA. Was it the best of the series, no, but it was still highly enjoyable for me.
I found d this one a lot slower than the previous books as there was a lot less action. With Koios being injured for the majority of the book it couldn't have the same pace. I liked that Ben used his knowledge to help Koios find options to try and help with the weight of his wings.
I not sure I understand everything that happened to Koios and why it happened and how it tied in to his heritage, I admit I did get a bit confused here. but I did love seeing old favourites from the different series and I actually enjoyed the character that was introduced. I also enjoyed the way the manticore storyline was resolved and the implications from that.
Overall it was a good read and I do hope that the other series continues
Here we have the end to the Chosen Champions Series and I got see Ben one of favourites from the very first book get his HEA. Was it the best of the series, no, but it was still highly enjoyable for me.
I found d this one a lot slower than the previous books as there was a lot less action. With Koios being injured for the majority of the book it couldn't have the same pace. I liked that Ben used his knowledge to help Koios find options to try and help with the weight of his wings.
I not sure I understand everything that happened to Koios and why it happened and how it tied in to his heritage, I admit I did get a bit confused here. but I did love seeing old favourites from the different series and I actually enjoyed the character that was introduced. I also enjoyed the way the manticore storyline was resolved and the implications from that.
Overall it was a good read and I do hope that the other series continues
Unseen Past by Kaje Harper, Kaje Harper
3.0
3 Stars
Not my favourite of the series.
I liked the forced proximity storyline, its one of my favourites the snowed in troupe.
I just didn't buy the connection between Sawyer and James. I felt like the only reason they were together was because they were the only two gay wolves they each knew.
I felt sorry for James as he didn't even know he was gay and Sawyer kind of forced that coming out moment on him as he pushed him to admit he was gay. I liked Jame's family and how everyone worked together to protect him. They could see the issue even if he couldn't. James also came across as a whiny brat who seemed really young.
Sawyer was ok but a bit of a pushover, especially where James was concerned. I feel like he just wanted a pack and anyone would have done a that point. He tied himself to James for life and I didn't see that James had learnt it at that stage. He was still a bit flakey.
It was interesting to see the way Rick was the puppet master, and seeing it from a different perspective, yes he helped them out but so he could have people in positions that would help him in the long run, but they didn't always like it.
Not my favourite of the series.
I liked the forced proximity storyline, its one of my favourites the snowed in troupe.
I just didn't buy the connection between Sawyer and James. I felt like the only reason they were together was because they were the only two gay wolves they each knew.
I felt sorry for James as he didn't even know he was gay and Sawyer kind of forced that coming out moment on him as he pushed him to admit he was gay. I liked Jame's family and how everyone worked together to protect him. They could see the issue even if he couldn't. James also came across as a whiny brat who seemed really young.
Sawyer was ok but a bit of a pushover, especially where James was concerned. I feel like he just wanted a pack and anyone would have done a that point. He tied himself to James for life and I didn't see that James had learnt it at that stage. He was still a bit flakey.
It was interesting to see the way Rick was the puppet master, and seeing it from a different perspective, yes he helped them out but so he could have people in positions that would help him in the long run, but they didn't always like it.
Forgive Me Father by Garrett Leigh
4.5
4.5 Stars
This series just keeps getting better and better. Garrett Leigh is a master at spinning a detailed story that gives you an insight to these hard men and the bonds that form, binding them all together. Mateo and Emery's story is a powerful addition to this series. The emotional bond between these two is fabulous to read.
Both men have their secrets and both secrets have the ability to derail the bond they have formed. Mateo's ends up being the one that breaks the camels back and sends the club into another war but at the same time shows how the brotherhood all stick together and fight for each other. They all voted and everyone was given a chance to voice their opinion but in the end the brotherhood was what held steady and I really enjoyed watching them all work together to take on another foe.
The story is engaging and hooked me right in. I found it interesting with all the side players and trying to work out how it would all work out in the end.
Looking forward to Rubi's book as he really grew on me in this one and I can't wait to see him get his HEA.
*** Arc provided by GRR. This is my honest review ***
This series just keeps getting better and better. Garrett Leigh is a master at spinning a detailed story that gives you an insight to these hard men and the bonds that form, binding them all together. Mateo and Emery's story is a powerful addition to this series. The emotional bond between these two is fabulous to read.
Both men have their secrets and both secrets have the ability to derail the bond they have formed. Mateo's ends up being the one that breaks the camels back and sends the club into another war but at the same time shows how the brotherhood all stick together and fight for each other. They all voted and everyone was given a chance to voice their opinion but in the end the brotherhood was what held steady and I really enjoyed watching them all work together to take on another foe.
The story is engaging and hooked me right in. I found it interesting with all the side players and trying to work out how it would all work out in the end.
Looking forward to Rubi's book as he really grew on me in this one and I can't wait to see him get his HEA.
*** Arc provided by GRR. This is my honest review ***
Tempest by Kiki Clark
3.75
3.75 stars
Good start to a new series set in the same universe as the Kincaid Pack. It does state that you don't need to read what came before but that would be helpful as some characters and parings are mentioned but not explained, and characters appear from previous books. I have had all the Kincaid but haven't read the prequel to this one and I did feel that I had missed some storyline.
I loved Cash and Ore. The Silver Oak pack is very isolated and only accepts feline shifters, they're also very untrusting of outsiders. With Ore being without his memory it gave them a chance to get to know each other as he got better. I did enjoy this part of the storyline. I did feel that they jumped to sex kind of out of the blue. They were platonic and yes attracted to each other and then boom here we are.
Once Ore got his memory back the story picked up as the pack moved to help another, and we moved away from the guys getting to know each other to the overall story arc. The previous characters were introduced and it was great seeing the ones we did.
I like that the overall story arc will obviously be addressed over the series, and I'm looking forward to continuing on to see where it leads. There are a number of characters I'm very much looking forward to their stories.
Arc provided for review
Good start to a new series set in the same universe as the Kincaid Pack. It does state that you don't need to read what came before but that would be helpful as some characters and parings are mentioned but not explained, and characters appear from previous books. I have had all the Kincaid but haven't read the prequel to this one and I did feel that I had missed some storyline.
I loved Cash and Ore. The Silver Oak pack is very isolated and only accepts feline shifters, they're also very untrusting of outsiders. With Ore being without his memory it gave them a chance to get to know each other as he got better. I did enjoy this part of the storyline. I did feel that they jumped to sex kind of out of the blue. They were platonic and yes attracted to each other and then boom here we are.
Once Ore got his memory back the story picked up as the pack moved to help another, and we moved away from the guys getting to know each other to the overall story arc. The previous characters were introduced and it was great seeing the ones we did.
I like that the overall story arc will obviously be addressed over the series, and I'm looking forward to continuing on to see where it leads. There are a number of characters I'm very much looking forward to their stories.
Arc provided for review
Stumptown Spirits by E.J. Russell
3.5
3.5 Stars
Buddy Read
I wanted to like this one more than I did. I think this is a case of me and this author just not gelling. While I think she is a good writer the stories just don’t work for me at times.
The parts I liked – the paranormal storyline. I really liked the idea of the loop of the scene replaying. I didn’t pick how it would be stopped and thought that was well done. I enjoyed how Riley used his smarts and protected Logan to the best of his ability. I did pick Bert but not who he actually was and how he would be involved in the show down.
I liked Riley but wished he would stick up for himself more. He was smarter than everyone else there and probably better qualified and yet he cowed to them all, even his friend, and when Logan was being a jerk, he didn’t take him to task just made excuses for him. Even after Logan ruined a lifetimes work he just brushed it off.
Logan I didn’t like, He never once talked to Riley just made decisions for him and pushed him away, Even after it didn’t work he kept doing it again and again, try9ng to tell himself he was protecting Riley but not believing in him and his knowledge.
I don’t buy that the two of them as a couple as they don’t communicate at all and Logan just makes decisions and pushes Riley away.
Buddy Read
I wanted to like this one more than I did. I think this is a case of me and this author just not gelling. While I think she is a good writer the stories just don’t work for me at times.
The parts I liked – the paranormal storyline. I really liked the idea of the loop of the scene replaying. I didn’t pick how it would be stopped and thought that was well done. I enjoyed how Riley used his smarts and protected Logan to the best of his ability. I did pick Bert but not who he actually was and how he would be involved in the show down.
I liked Riley but wished he would stick up for himself more. He was smarter than everyone else there and probably better qualified and yet he cowed to them all, even his friend, and when Logan was being a jerk, he didn’t take him to task just made excuses for him. Even after Logan ruined a lifetimes work he just brushed it off.
Logan I didn’t like, He never once talked to Riley just made decisions for him and pushed him away, Even after it didn’t work he kept doing it again and again, try9ng to tell himself he was protecting Riley but not believing in him and his knowledge.
I don’t buy that the two of them as a couple as they don’t communicate at all and Logan just makes decisions and pushes Riley away.
The Soldier and the Bodyguard by RJ Scott
3.75
3.75 Stars
Good series conclusion.
I really liked JC and Adrian. Their friendship had spanned their lifetimes and it was good to see a couple who were also once it was all out in the open, so comfortable with each other. They did have an issue at the start as both were hiding their feelings but I did like that they continued on as strong as ever regardless of the others feelings.
Adrian was in full protector mode, every thing he did was to make sure JC was safe and thriving. He lied to him about his condition when needed but it was done as a way to keep him positive and moving forward.
I liked that JC was a fighter, he knew he was a burden at times but also was working towards being as healthy as he could be.
The mother and father in this one were both terrible human beings, and deserved everything coming their way. I did like that the grandmother was redeemed. She came across as rude and arrogant in the previous book but it also came from a place of wanting the best for JC.
I loved seeing Daniel so protective of his centre and how the guys came to love it too.
Now I want to read the Sanctuary series, luckily I have the first 3 books already
Good series conclusion.
I really liked JC and Adrian. Their friendship had spanned their lifetimes and it was good to see a couple who were also once it was all out in the open, so comfortable with each other. They did have an issue at the start as both were hiding their feelings but I did like that they continued on as strong as ever regardless of the others feelings.
Adrian was in full protector mode, every thing he did was to make sure JC was safe and thriving. He lied to him about his condition when needed but it was done as a way to keep him positive and moving forward.
I liked that JC was a fighter, he knew he was a burden at times but also was working towards being as healthy as he could be.
The mother and father in this one were both terrible human beings, and deserved everything coming their way. I did like that the grandmother was redeemed. She came across as rude and arrogant in the previous book but it also came from a place of wanting the best for JC.
I loved seeing Daniel so protective of his centre and how the guys came to love it too.
Now I want to read the Sanctuary series, luckily I have the first 3 books already
Saint's Song by Garrett Leigh
4.5
4.5 Stars
Audio Review
Fabulous follow up to the previous book. The narrator in this series is so good, I'm really impressed. He brings the characters to life with all their bravo and at times vulnerability.
Each of the guys goes through a period here of not knowing how to handle what is developing between the three of them and Saint and Alexi both have to work out where they fit in the relationship
Cam is the central part keeping them all together but I love how they all work together. Each one has a strong point and a way of reaching the others when needed. I enjoyed that we really got into Saints head in this one.
Onto Embrey & Mateo's story
Audio Review
Fabulous follow up to the previous book. The narrator in this series is so good, I'm really impressed. He brings the characters to life with all their bravo and at times vulnerability.
Each of the guys goes through a period here of not knowing how to handle what is developing between the three of them and Saint and Alexi both have to work out where they fit in the relationship
Cam is the central part keeping them all together but I love how they all work together. Each one has a strong point and a way of reaching the others when needed. I enjoyed that we really got into Saints head in this one.
Onto Embrey & Mateo's story
The Gardener and the Marine by RJ Scott
4.0
4 stars
This is my favourite of the series so far. I loved Harrison and the fact that one he met Toby he wasn't miraculously fixed. Toby's calm acceptance and ability to let him just be, helped him work his memory as he wanted to remember things about him and their time together. The notebook idea is fabulous, as a list maker myself I can see how this would help Harrison keep some semblance of control in his life.
Toby was great, so calm and thoughtful. He saw what each of the veterans needed and found a way to give that to them. I'm not a gardener myself but find the idea of a therapy garden a good one.
Interested to see where JC and Adrian's story goes as we were introduced to them and JC's grandparents in this volume
This is my favourite of the series so far. I loved Harrison and the fact that one he met Toby he wasn't miraculously fixed. Toby's calm acceptance and ability to let him just be, helped him work his memory as he wanted to remember things about him and their time together. The notebook idea is fabulous, as a list maker myself I can see how this would help Harrison keep some semblance of control in his life.
Toby was great, so calm and thoughtful. He saw what each of the veterans needed and found a way to give that to them. I'm not a gardener myself but find the idea of a therapy garden a good one.
Interested to see where JC and Adrian's story goes as we were introduced to them and JC's grandparents in this volume
Devil's Dance by Garrett Leigh
4.5 Stars
Audio Review
Great start to the series
I wasn't sure about the narrator for the first few chapters but once I got into the book I can't think of anyone else who could do it justice. He has a voice for every single character that is distinctive so you know who is talking at all times. My only niggle is that he talks quite fast and for the first time ever I slowed the speed on the audio (I've previously sped it up but never slowed it down)
The book flew through and I was entertained the whole way. The brotherhood portrayed felt real and not a characterised version of what a motor cycle club should be.
Can't wait to continue on with the series on Audio
Audio Review
Great start to the series
I wasn't sure about the narrator for the first few chapters but once I got into the book I can't think of anyone else who could do it justice. He has a voice for every single character that is distinctive so you know who is talking at all times. My only niggle is that he talks quite fast and for the first time ever I slowed the speed on the audio (I've previously sped it up but never slowed it down)
The book flew through and I was entertained the whole way. The brotherhood portrayed felt real and not a characterised version of what a motor cycle club should be.
Can't wait to continue on with the series on Audio
The Sinner and the Saint by RJ Scott
2.5
2.5 stars
This one didn't really work for me. I just didn't buy the moves from we hate each other to hook up to I love you. It needed to be a lot longer and be more fleshed out for it to work.
I don't really feel like I know either character. I think Nick is an alright guy but also a bit of a pushover. He just kind of went with the flow and never stood up for himself. Ben is the more pushy but he was the one whose changes didn't work.
It wasn't a hard read and I did enjoy parts of it, but I just needed more to make it work.
This one didn't really work for me. I just didn't buy the moves from we hate each other to hook up to I love you. It needed to be a lot longer and be more fleshed out for it to work.
I don't really feel like I know either character. I think Nick is an alright guy but also a bit of a pushover. He just kind of went with the flow and never stood up for himself. Ben is the more pushy but he was the one whose changes didn't work.
It wasn't a hard read and I did enjoy parts of it, but I just needed more to make it work.