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WolfSong
When Scrout decides murder and rape is a small price to pay for personal power, he sets off a chain reaction that will kill his village and destroy a soldier's life. Amber is sworn to uphold justice on the Crescent. But as grief and rage drive her to the edge of insanity, she may no longer be capable of choosing between justice and personal vengeance - and may the gods help any being that stands in her way. In the meantime she has to deal with a looming threat of civil war, an annoying cross species romance between squad mates, a sulky werewolf, the fae, and the heart breaking possibility that her mate betrayed everything she cared about. She's not having a good month. It's about to get worse. If you plan to join this ride, bring your sword. Sanity is optional.
411 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2011
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J.H. Sked
11 books19 followersThe author of WolfSong, Basement Blues, and Die Laughing (Blue Moon Detectives Series).
I currently live in Glasgow, UK, where I'm surrounded by books and tend to cause electronic/computer malfunctions on a regular basis.
My reading tastes cover almost everything, although I really like fantasy/horror and anything with a paranormal flavor, and the only thing I love more than reading is writing.
I currently live in Glasgow, UK, where I'm surrounded by books and tend to cause electronic/computer malfunctions on a regular basis.
My reading tastes cover almost everything, although I really like fantasy/horror and anything with a paranormal flavor, and the only thing I love more than reading is writing.
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December 19, 2011
Wolfsong by Janet Sked is a touching tale…no, that’s not it. Wolfsong by Janet Sked is a wild ride of adventure…no, that’s not it either. Wait, I’ve got it. Wolfsong by Janet Sked is so much awesomeness packed into one book it cannot be simply described as one thing or another. Think The Wolfman travels to the realm of Dragonlance, meets a whole new race of ferociousness with heart that Harry Potter wishes he could perform magic like and now we are getting close to describing Wolfsong.
I was blown away by this epic tale about a humanoid race called the Hawks trying to live peacefully with humans and still stay true to themselves. They have provided humans with medicine, education, protection and still they are regarded with fear and mistrust.
The Hawks are not the only race in the Crescent, the land of Wolfsong, that humans despise and spurn. The wolf people, or werewolves to be more exact, are regarded with the same disdain as the Hawks and because of this, trouble that could tear the Crescent apart has arisen.
The Hawks of Bright Lance Squad are sent to investigate the annihilation of a small town by a werewolf in the grips of Thaarn. What the Hawks discover is a nightmare whose terror some of their own also fall victim to.
While the Hawks are mourning their fallen comrades and dealing with overwhelming grief, it is discovered that there is still one powerful monster on the loose. They desperately need the aid of the wolf people to catch the cunning berserker before he crosses the vale and is out of their jurisdiction causing who knows how much mayhem.
Unfortunately, in the course of seeking the assistance of the wolf people another dire threat is uncovered. An evil is lurking in the midst of the werewolves that will stop at nothing to further his goals of power and domination.
They do have one thing on their side, though. One of their fallen comrades has come back as a spirit to help untangle the twisted mess that has thrown even the astral plane out of balance. As a result of her intervention the plans of the sinister Shaman have been derailed and the Hawks have gained a new wolfie addition to their squad. On the down side having the villain’s plans torn asunder does little to make him less of a threat.
Now, with a berserk monster on the loose and an evil power obsessed werewolf hot on his trail the Hawks must reform and rediscover who they are and what really matters to them in order to hunt down these two vicious predators. Especially since the ruling council of the Crescent has decided to disband the Hawks altogether in a conspired attempt to drive them from their home forever.
Every time I thought I knew what was going to happen next Janet would artfully throw a new element into the fray that would change everything. All the plot twists and turns melded together to sing a beautiful Wolfsong that will touch your heart, make it race and break it a few times in the process. This book will inspire you to think about what you would do if your world was about to come crashing down around you.
I was blown away by this epic tale about a humanoid race called the Hawks trying to live peacefully with humans and still stay true to themselves. They have provided humans with medicine, education, protection and still they are regarded with fear and mistrust.
The Hawks are not the only race in the Crescent, the land of Wolfsong, that humans despise and spurn. The wolf people, or werewolves to be more exact, are regarded with the same disdain as the Hawks and because of this, trouble that could tear the Crescent apart has arisen.
The Hawks of Bright Lance Squad are sent to investigate the annihilation of a small town by a werewolf in the grips of Thaarn. What the Hawks discover is a nightmare whose terror some of their own also fall victim to.
While the Hawks are mourning their fallen comrades and dealing with overwhelming grief, it is discovered that there is still one powerful monster on the loose. They desperately need the aid of the wolf people to catch the cunning berserker before he crosses the vale and is out of their jurisdiction causing who knows how much mayhem.
Unfortunately, in the course of seeking the assistance of the wolf people another dire threat is uncovered. An evil is lurking in the midst of the werewolves that will stop at nothing to further his goals of power and domination.
They do have one thing on their side, though. One of their fallen comrades has come back as a spirit to help untangle the twisted mess that has thrown even the astral plane out of balance. As a result of her intervention the plans of the sinister Shaman have been derailed and the Hawks have gained a new wolfie addition to their squad. On the down side having the villain’s plans torn asunder does little to make him less of a threat.
Now, with a berserk monster on the loose and an evil power obsessed werewolf hot on his trail the Hawks must reform and rediscover who they are and what really matters to them in order to hunt down these two vicious predators. Especially since the ruling council of the Crescent has decided to disband the Hawks altogether in a conspired attempt to drive them from their home forever.
Every time I thought I knew what was going to happen next Janet would artfully throw a new element into the fray that would change everything. All the plot twists and turns melded together to sing a beautiful Wolfsong that will touch your heart, make it race and break it a few times in the process. This book will inspire you to think about what you would do if your world was about to come crashing down around you.
June 6, 2011
Wolfsong (Tales from the Crescent) takes place on a world populated by a variety of species, dealing mainly with hawks, humans, and werewolves. The reader follows the exploits of one squad of hawks. After suffering a tragedy at the hands of a renegade werewolf, the squad swears to hunt the rogue down with the help of another werewolf.
I have never been a fan of werewolf stories, nor do I actively pursue looking for them, but I won a copy of this ebook on a blogger’s website and decided to give it a try. At times I found myself backtracking a bit as I wasn’t sure if I missed an introduction of a character. There was a time when I wasn’t sure who was who, and what they were supposed to be doing, but you know what? That’s on me, I’m sure. I was a bit distracted. It’s a testament to the world Sked created. I was completely caught up in the story, yearning for the hawks to exact a little retribution, meaning I couldn’t wait for the rogue werewolf to get his comeuppance. I would have loved to learn more about the origins of the Hawks and how they came to become the peacekeepers of the Crescent. I’m really hoping the author will go into more detail in the second book, about the history of the species, as she did some an awesome job of creating a highly detailed world I could easily visualize.
If you like reading about alternate worlds where other creatures exist, you need to give this one a try! Take it from someone that doesn’t like werewolves, you’ll like this story!
Great job, J.H. Sked! I’m looking forward to the next story in this series!
I have never been a fan of werewolf stories, nor do I actively pursue looking for them, but I won a copy of this ebook on a blogger’s website and decided to give it a try. At times I found myself backtracking a bit as I wasn’t sure if I missed an introduction of a character. There was a time when I wasn’t sure who was who, and what they were supposed to be doing, but you know what? That’s on me, I’m sure. I was a bit distracted. It’s a testament to the world Sked created. I was completely caught up in the story, yearning for the hawks to exact a little retribution, meaning I couldn’t wait for the rogue werewolf to get his comeuppance. I would have loved to learn more about the origins of the Hawks and how they came to become the peacekeepers of the Crescent. I’m really hoping the author will go into more detail in the second book, about the history of the species, as she did some an awesome job of creating a highly detailed world I could easily visualize.
If you like reading about alternate worlds where other creatures exist, you need to give this one a try! Take it from someone that doesn’t like werewolves, you’ll like this story!
Great job, J.H. Sked! I’m looking forward to the next story in this series!
May 11, 2011
WolfSong is a tale about an area called the Crescent. The primary three races are the hawk, werewolves, and humans (there are also fey, but in this book they play a smaller role). The story for the most part follows around a squad of hawks as they hunt down a rogue werewolf that led to the deaths of two of their own. There is also a young werewolf man who is with the squad helping to track down the fugitive.
This is actually a pretty decent sized book especially for .99 and it only took me two days to finish. The story is very solid and the characters are, for the most part, very well developed. The only real issue I had was there were a few times that a character was introduced with very little introduction and I will admit to some confusion trying to remember if I should know that name or if it was someone new. I am really hoping that in the next book we get a little more background into the world and the interactions between the races.
I for one will be sure to pick up a copy of the second book as soon as its available to see what new adventures await this band of warriors.
This is actually a pretty decent sized book especially for .99 and it only took me two days to finish. The story is very solid and the characters are, for the most part, very well developed. The only real issue I had was there were a few times that a character was introduced with very little introduction and I will admit to some confusion trying to remember if I should know that name or if it was someone new. I am really hoping that in the next book we get a little more background into the world and the interactions between the races.
I for one will be sure to pick up a copy of the second book as soon as its available to see what new adventures await this band of warriors.
October 12, 2012
The author has started with a classic fantasy framework and developed a fascinating world and populated it with a unique cast of characters.
The plotline was woven skillfully around a group of characters that were well developed and very individual. Action moved the story along smoothly for the most part and while the major issues within this plot were resolved, there is obviously more to be told.
It is a bit slow to get off the ground in some ways, but by the time I was halfway through, it definitely had my attention and was difficult to put down. This is a world and characters I want to know more about. I'm hoping the next book will be available soon.
The plotline was woven skillfully around a group of characters that were well developed and very individual. Action moved the story along smoothly for the most part and while the major issues within this plot were resolved, there is obviously more to be told.
It is a bit slow to get off the ground in some ways, but by the time I was halfway through, it definitely had my attention and was difficult to put down. This is a world and characters I want to know more about. I'm hoping the next book will be available soon.
June 6, 2011
Wolfsong (Tales from the Crescent) takes place on a world populated by a variety of species, dealing mainly with hawks, humans, and werewolves. The reader follows the exploits of one squad of hawks. After suffering a tragedy at the hands of a renegade werewolf, the squad swears to hunt the rogue down with the help of another werewolf.
I have never been a fan of werewolf stories, nor do I actively pursue looking for them, but I won a copy of this ebook on a blogger’s website and decided to give it a try. At times I found myself backtracking a bit as I wasn’t sure if I missed an introduction of a character. There was a time when I wasn’t sure who was who, and what they were supposed to be doing, but you know what? That’s on me, I’m sure. I was a bit distracted. It’s a testament to the world Sked created. I was completely caught up in the story, yearning for the hawks to exact a little retribution, meaning I couldn’t wait for the rogue werewolf to get his comeuppance. I would have loved to learn more about the origins of the Hawks and how they came to become the peacekeepers of the Crescent. I’m really hoping the author will go into more detail in the second book, about the history of the species, as she did some an awesome job of creating a highly detailed world I could easily visualize.
If you like reading about alternate worlds where other creatures exist, you need to give this one a try! Take it from someone that doesn’t like werewolves, you’ll like this story!
Great job, J.H. Sked! I’m looking forward to the next story in this series!
I have never been a fan of werewolf stories, nor do I actively pursue looking for them, but I won a copy of this ebook on a blogger’s website and decided to give it a try. At times I found myself backtracking a bit as I wasn’t sure if I missed an introduction of a character. There was a time when I wasn’t sure who was who, and what they were supposed to be doing, but you know what? That’s on me, I’m sure. I was a bit distracted. It’s a testament to the world Sked created. I was completely caught up in the story, yearning for the hawks to exact a little retribution, meaning I couldn’t wait for the rogue werewolf to get his comeuppance. I would have loved to learn more about the origins of the Hawks and how they came to become the peacekeepers of the Crescent. I’m really hoping the author will go into more detail in the second book, about the history of the species, as she did some an awesome job of creating a highly detailed world I could easily visualize.
If you like reading about alternate worlds where other creatures exist, you need to give this one a try! Take it from someone that doesn’t like werewolves, you’ll like this story!
Great job, J.H. Sked! I’m looking forward to the next story in this series!
January 29, 2014
WolfSong is the first book I've read by Janet Sked and now I'm wondering why. I thoroughly enjoyed this fantasy and will read more of her books. If your a fan of good writing and a great imagination then you will love WolfSong. It has everything a good fantasy needs and will grab you from the first page.
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