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Leopard's Prey
#1 New York Times bestselling author "Christine Feehan knows how to weave a tale of action, suspense and paranormal passion" (Romance Junkies). Now, she’s back -- and the New Orleans nights have never felt so torrid or so dangerous...
From a tough stint in the armed forces to stalking the unknown as a bayou cop, leopard-shifter Remy Boudreux has been served well by his uncanny gifts. And right now, New Orleans could use a homicide detective like Remy.
A serial killer is loose, snatching victims from the French Quarter with pitiless rage and unnatural efficiency. But something else is drawing Remy into the twilight -- a beautiful jazz singer bathed night after night in a flood of blood-red neon.
Sultry, mysterious, and as seductive as her songs, she’s luring Remy deeper into the shadows than he ever imagined. And as their passions swell, his keen instinct for survival will be challenged like never before. By a killer -- and by a woman.
From a tough stint in the armed forces to stalking the unknown as a bayou cop, leopard-shifter Remy Boudreux has been served well by his uncanny gifts. And right now, New Orleans could use a homicide detective like Remy.
A serial killer is loose, snatching victims from the French Quarter with pitiless rage and unnatural efficiency. But something else is drawing Remy into the twilight -- a beautiful jazz singer bathed night after night in a flood of blood-red neon.
Sultry, mysterious, and as seductive as her songs, she’s luring Remy deeper into the shadows than he ever imagined. And as their passions swell, his keen instinct for survival will be challenged like never before. By a killer -- and by a woman.
388 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published May 28, 2013
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About the author
Christine Feehan
153 books52.8k followersChristine Feehan is a #1 New York Times bestselling author multiple times over with her portfolio including over 100 published novels, including five series; Dark Series, GhostWalker Series, Leopard Series, Drake Sisters Series, the Sisters of the Heart Series, Shadow Riders, Torpedo Ink and her Romantic Suspense novels. All of her series have hit the #1 spot on the New York Times bestselling list as well. Her debut novel Dark Prince received 3 of the 9 Paranormal Excellence Awards in Romantic Literature (PEARL) in 1999. Since then she has been published by various publishing houses including Leisure Books, Pocket Books, and currently is writing for Berkley/Jove. She also has earned 7 more PEARL awards since Dark Prince.
Her series include:
The Dark Series - https://www.christinefeehan.com/darkb...
The GhostWalker series- https://www.christinefeehan.com/ghost...
The Leopard Series - https://www.christinefeehan.com/leopa...
The Shadow Series- https://www.christinefeehan.com/shado...
Torpedo Ink series- https://www.christinefeehan.com/torpe...
IN HER WORDS:
I've been a writer all of my life -- it is who I am. I write for myself and always have. The ability to create pictures and emotions with words is such a miracle to me. I read everything; I mean everything! All kinds of books, even encyclopedias. I am fascinated by the written word and I love storytellers. It is a great privilege to be counted one myself. (www.christinefeehan.com)
Her series include:
The Dark Series - https://www.christinefeehan.com/darkb...
The GhostWalker series- https://www.christinefeehan.com/ghost...
The Leopard Series - https://www.christinefeehan.com/leopa...
The Shadow Series- https://www.christinefeehan.com/shado...
Torpedo Ink series- https://www.christinefeehan.com/torpe...
IN HER WORDS:
I've been a writer all of my life -- it is who I am. I write for myself and always have. The ability to create pictures and emotions with words is such a miracle to me. I read everything; I mean everything! All kinds of books, even encyclopedias. I am fascinated by the written word and I love storytellers. It is a great privilege to be counted one myself. (www.christinefeehan.com)
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July 25, 2015
Sexy Cajun Leopard shifters to the Rescue!!
My reading funk is officially over!!
Remy Boudreaux
Remy is the detective investigating a string of very brutal and gruesome serial killings. He's sexy as sin with his piercing green eyes and ropes of muscles. He's very stubborn and bossy and I usually like that type of hero, but not so much with Remy. Maybe because there was a total lack of character development. We know that he is the oldest brother of a group of leopard shifters and that he is bossy and controlling but that's about all I know of Remy.
We get background story on his relationship with Bijou via flashbacks. Flashes of him rescuing an eight year old girl, alone in a hotel room with three adult men, surrounded by drugs. Remy is sixteen years older than Bijou and is a twenty-four year old rookie cop when he rescues her from the clutches of her father's friends. He feels very protective of her but thinks nothing of it at the time.
Bijou, aka Blue
Bijou is a world famous rock star following in the steps of her mega famous rocker dad. She is a multimillionaire, gorgeous, and is about to discover that she is a rare female leopard shifter. I liked Bijou but she was one of those heroines that could do no wrong. When she happens upon a famous sculptor friend of hers out working in the swamp, she's all of a sudden a rock climbing expert.
The romance between Remy and Bijou is insta-love to the max. She has always hero- worshipped him as a child. So when they finally see each other as adults, sparks fly and they can't wait to get naked. Remy instantly claims and marks her as his without bothering to explain to her what that means. He takes her virginity and has sex with her all night, but NEVER talks to her or attempts to explain that they are leopard mates. Hell, Bijou doesn't even know she is a leopard shifter yet because every time they are alone, Remy can only manage to sex her up.
I have come to expect extreme violence when reading Feehan's books. Warning: This book is gruesome! There were a too many villains in this book and it kinda became confusing. Let's see...Bijou had a stalker that was very violent. There were a batch of thugs that were beating/robbing old couples, and beating/raping/killing the local strippers at the club. There was also a serial killer, whose great reveal at the end was unbelievably boring and anti-climactic.
This is a solid 3 star read. There were things that I didn't care for, but I still enjoyed the overall story.
I listened to the book on audio and I have to say that the reader's attempts to speak with a cajun accent were just awful. I really wish publishers would find readers that are more appropriate for the accents of the book.
My Leopard People Reviews:
The Awakening
Burning Wild
Wild Fire
Leopard's Prey
My reading funk is officially over!!
Remy Boudreaux
Remy is the detective investigating a string of very brutal and gruesome serial killings. He's sexy as sin with his piercing green eyes and ropes of muscles. He's very stubborn and bossy and I usually like that type of hero, but not so much with Remy. Maybe because there was a total lack of character development. We know that he is the oldest brother of a group of leopard shifters and that he is bossy and controlling but that's about all I know of Remy.
We get background story on his relationship with Bijou via flashbacks. Flashes of him rescuing an eight year old girl, alone in a hotel room with three adult men, surrounded by drugs. Remy is sixteen years older than Bijou and is a twenty-four year old rookie cop when he rescues her from the clutches of her father's friends. He feels very protective of her but thinks nothing of it at the time.
Bijou, aka Blue
Bijou is a world famous rock star following in the steps of her mega famous rocker dad. She is a multimillionaire, gorgeous, and is about to discover that she is a rare female leopard shifter. I liked Bijou but she was one of those heroines that could do no wrong. When she happens upon a famous sculptor friend of hers out working in the swamp, she's all of a sudden a rock climbing expert.
The romance between Remy and Bijou is insta-love to the max. She has always hero- worshipped him as a child. So when they finally see each other as adults, sparks fly and they can't wait to get naked. Remy instantly claims and marks her as his without bothering to explain to her what that means. He takes her virginity and has sex with her all night, but NEVER talks to her or attempts to explain that they are leopard mates. Hell, Bijou doesn't even know she is a leopard shifter yet because every time they are alone, Remy can only manage to sex her up.
I have come to expect extreme violence when reading Feehan's books. Warning: This book is gruesome! There were a too many villains in this book and it kinda became confusing. Let's see...Bijou had a stalker that was very violent. There were a batch of thugs that were beating/robbing old couples, and beating/raping/killing the local strippers at the club. There was also a serial killer, whose great reveal at the end was unbelievably boring and anti-climactic.
This is a solid 3 star read. There were things that I didn't care for, but I still enjoyed the overall story.
I listened to the book on audio and I have to say that the reader's attempts to speak with a cajun accent were just awful. I really wish publishers would find readers that are more appropriate for the accents of the book.
My Leopard People Reviews:
The Awakening
Burning Wild
Wild Fire
Leopard's Prey
November 19, 2015
This was another okay story, but I don’t think I liked it as much as the previous book in the series. Remy and Bijoe were both okay characters, and the sex scenes between them were pretty explosive, the rest of the story dragged a bit though, even though I didn’t guess who the killer was.
6.5 out of 10
6.5 out of 10
June 19, 2013
Leopard's Prey is Remy Boudreaux's story and he lives up to the anticipation he built when he entered the scene the first time in Savage Nature. It's been a year since I read a Feehan book, so Remy's book is a great way to break my fast. I knew Remy would be 'something else,' the kind of hero only Feehan can write. With Bijou, he gets the story and the heroine that I wished for.
I will freely admit that the GhostWalkers is my favorite series by Feehan, and the others pale in comparison, so I make sure my expectations reflect the fact that all the redoubtable Ms. Feehan's writing gets measured against this series, because of my inestimable love for it. However, I am always very happy to get my hands on another book by her, since I just plain enjoy her writing. She has some interesting stories with characters I fall for and burning hot and emotional love stories. That's what this romance fan loves.
Anyway, Leopard's Prey is steeped in Louisiana bayou atmosphere. The characters are almost all natives of this region, and based on my short visits to this part of the United States, I felt like I was taking another trip down there and enjoying it, taking in the sights and sounds. Additionally, the feel of family is strong in this novel. The Boudreaux clan of brothers and sister, along with the larger Leopard Clan, are tightly bonded to each other, loving and teasing each other, sometimes in mean ways (but it's all in fun). Bijou, who had just about the most dysfunctional childhood ever, needs a family like this, full of people who watch out for each other, even as they give each other a hard time.
Bijou is the daughter of a notorious, yet beloved rock star. This is very important to the story because it affects everything in Bijou's adult life and all her relationships. He failed her beyond measure as a parent, scarring her self-esteem and sense of confidence, despite her incredibly beautiful looks and formidable musical talent of her own. I really liked her character. Despite her awful start in life, she's grown into a wonderful woman with a generous heart and a strong core, despite her insecurities. Remy and Bijou have a long-standing and deep bond from an event a long time ago, when he saves her life as an eight-year-old, but their lives go in different directions. Remy is quite older than Bijou, but in some ways, she has as much to teach him and he does her. Remy needs to learn the language of love that Bijou speaks. He takes it for granted that she night not understand how special she is, when she doesn't have that frame of reference at all. Growing up the way she did, how could she? Remy knows intellectually that Bijou is clueless on their shared leopard heritage. However, he doesn't get that she might interpret the strong sexual attraction they share as merely a function of the Leopards' sexual needs and not any higher bond between them, or that she is special to Remy. So a good chunk of the book is about them exploring their relationship and coming to understand just what it means on both sides to be together (paired to the murder mystery).
Bijou and Remy had great chemistry. The love scenes are quite scorching. Feehan makes a big deal about the leopard's need for rough sex, and it does veer in that direction, but nothing too out there or tasteless, in my mind. I do roll my eyes a bit at the whole 'dominating' aspect of the love scenes, 'cause that's not my thing at all. There is no question that Remy is a sexy beast though! I like how Feehan uses the love scenes to show the different aspects of their relationship: primal, affectionate, deeply emotional and fiercely intimate, and even playful. I also appreciated how Feehan presents the leopard nature. She gets the aspect of this big cat right, and it fits in with this story of human leopard shapeshifters. In some ways, this story reminded me of the film Cat People, but with a much happier ending that I always wished for.
I can only give this in the four stars region because I feel like this story could have been longer. I felt like I missed something when it ended. Maybe I am just very rapacious when it comes to books by this author. She gets me hooked and I hate when the ride is over too soon. The story moves along at an expansive pace, and before I knew it, things were wrapping up. For those who are following the Leopard storyline, this doesn't add a whole lot to the overall Leopard shapeshifter species arc from the beginning. It focuses on the Boudreaux family and the specific group in the Louisiana bayou. Some of the original guys show up in cameos, which was cool. As far as the storyline, it was more of a murder mystery/romantic suspense with paranormal romance, and lacks as much action as some of Feehan's books. I did think the mystery was quite suspenseful and the aspects of the murder was kind of gruesome and disturbing. The killer was not the person I expected at all (Well, I got this sick suspicion later on in the story and was hoping I was wrong). The reasons were very chilling for that person's actions, although there could be no palatable reason for what the murderer was doing.
Although not a five star book, it was higher in the four star range, because I enjoyed reading it immensely, and I tried to savor reading it. I could have done with more book, as I said earlier, so that takes off from my rating. I couldn't subtract too much because of the high enjoyment factor. I have so much fun visiting with Feehan's characters in the various series, and I admit the Leopard series did sneak up on me. I loved Bijou as much if not more than Remy, which is saying something. She's a sweet woman, and you just want her to have her happy ever after. I'm glad that her prince is Remy and she's going to be a part of the Boudreaux clan and will get the family she missed out on. I'm curious to see what Feehan comes up with next in this series.
Overall rating: 4.25/5.0 stars.
I will freely admit that the GhostWalkers is my favorite series by Feehan, and the others pale in comparison, so I make sure my expectations reflect the fact that all the redoubtable Ms. Feehan's writing gets measured against this series, because of my inestimable love for it. However, I am always very happy to get my hands on another book by her, since I just plain enjoy her writing. She has some interesting stories with characters I fall for and burning hot and emotional love stories. That's what this romance fan loves.
Anyway, Leopard's Prey is steeped in Louisiana bayou atmosphere. The characters are almost all natives of this region, and based on my short visits to this part of the United States, I felt like I was taking another trip down there and enjoying it, taking in the sights and sounds. Additionally, the feel of family is strong in this novel. The Boudreaux clan of brothers and sister, along with the larger Leopard Clan, are tightly bonded to each other, loving and teasing each other, sometimes in mean ways (but it's all in fun). Bijou, who had just about the most dysfunctional childhood ever, needs a family like this, full of people who watch out for each other, even as they give each other a hard time.
Bijou is the daughter of a notorious, yet beloved rock star. This is very important to the story because it affects everything in Bijou's adult life and all her relationships. He failed her beyond measure as a parent, scarring her self-esteem and sense of confidence, despite her incredibly beautiful looks and formidable musical talent of her own. I really liked her character. Despite her awful start in life, she's grown into a wonderful woman with a generous heart and a strong core, despite her insecurities. Remy and Bijou have a long-standing and deep bond from an event a long time ago, when he saves her life as an eight-year-old, but their lives go in different directions. Remy is quite older than Bijou, but in some ways, she has as much to teach him and he does her. Remy needs to learn the language of love that Bijou speaks. He takes it for granted that she night not understand how special she is, when she doesn't have that frame of reference at all. Growing up the way she did, how could she? Remy knows intellectually that Bijou is clueless on their shared leopard heritage. However, he doesn't get that she might interpret the strong sexual attraction they share as merely a function of the Leopards' sexual needs and not any higher bond between them, or that she is special to Remy. So a good chunk of the book is about them exploring their relationship and coming to understand just what it means on both sides to be together (paired to the murder mystery).
Bijou and Remy had great chemistry. The love scenes are quite scorching. Feehan makes a big deal about the leopard's need for rough sex, and it does veer in that direction, but nothing too out there or tasteless, in my mind. I do roll my eyes a bit at the whole 'dominating' aspect of the love scenes, 'cause that's not my thing at all. There is no question that Remy is a sexy beast though! I like how Feehan uses the love scenes to show the different aspects of their relationship: primal, affectionate, deeply emotional and fiercely intimate, and even playful. I also appreciated how Feehan presents the leopard nature. She gets the aspect of this big cat right, and it fits in with this story of human leopard shapeshifters. In some ways, this story reminded me of the film Cat People, but with a much happier ending that I always wished for.
I can only give this in the four stars region because I feel like this story could have been longer. I felt like I missed something when it ended. Maybe I am just very rapacious when it comes to books by this author. She gets me hooked and I hate when the ride is over too soon. The story moves along at an expansive pace, and before I knew it, things were wrapping up. For those who are following the Leopard storyline, this doesn't add a whole lot to the overall Leopard shapeshifter species arc from the beginning. It focuses on the Boudreaux family and the specific group in the Louisiana bayou. Some of the original guys show up in cameos, which was cool. As far as the storyline, it was more of a murder mystery/romantic suspense with paranormal romance, and lacks as much action as some of Feehan's books. I did think the mystery was quite suspenseful and the aspects of the murder was kind of gruesome and disturbing. The killer was not the person I expected at all (Well, I got this sick suspicion later on in the story and was hoping I was wrong). The reasons were very chilling for that person's actions, although there could be no palatable reason for what the murderer was doing.
Although not a five star book, it was higher in the four star range, because I enjoyed reading it immensely, and I tried to savor reading it. I could have done with more book, as I said earlier, so that takes off from my rating. I couldn't subtract too much because of the high enjoyment factor. I have so much fun visiting with Feehan's characters in the various series, and I admit the Leopard series did sneak up on me. I loved Bijou as much if not more than Remy, which is saying something. She's a sweet woman, and you just want her to have her happy ever after. I'm glad that her prince is Remy and she's going to be a part of the Boudreaux clan and will get the family she missed out on. I'm curious to see what Feehan comes up with next in this series.
Overall rating: 4.25/5.0 stars.
July 16, 2019
"I'm goin' to kiss you, Blue. So don' do anythin' rash."
She blinked at him. "Why?"
"Because I know a thing or two about makin' a public statement." His hand slipped to her throat, and he lowered his head that scant few millimeters to her mouth.
Time stopped for her. The ground under her feet shifted. He led her right over a cliff where there was no way back. Lights danced at the back of her eyes and her body seemed to melt against his. Her body didn't feel her own anymore. He'd lain claim to her and all he'd done was kiss her.
Christine Feehan has always been a must read author for me. I didn't like Paranormal romance until I read her Dark Series, and I fell in love. Then when she started on this shifter series of Leopards, I was captivated. I would say that Leopard's Prey is going to be added to the top of the list of favorites. From the previous book Savage Nature, we are introduced to the Boudreux family, and we see quite a bit of Remy, when I heard that the next book would be his story, I learned that patience was NOT one of my virtues. Now for those of you who haven't read this series yet, it isn't mandatory to read the previous books, but I would recommend reading Savage Nature before you read this.
Remy, as a homicide detective, has been searching for a serial killer, and he is determined to find him before he kills more. When he returns home from New Orleans, he comes across a woman he hasn't seen in years, but has constantly thought of Bijou or also known as "Blue". A Beautiful and mesmerizing Jazz singer, who is the daughter of one of the most popular rock and roll singers. On the surface most people see Bijou as stuck up and spoiled, but Remy knows that is far from the truth. He knows that she was raised in a home without a mother, and a father who only dragged her around for more fame and glory. But when she returns home, both he and his leopard are drawn to her, and he comes to the realization that she is his mate...his to protect and love. Bijou has had to do things in order to protect herself. She grew up with drugs and sex being a top priority to her father, but Remy showed her how someone can truly care about a person, and she was determined that her life would not be her fathers. Now she wants to sing Jazz and settle down at home. But there is a serial killer on the loose, and has focused on her. Remy is overwhelmed with his feelings for Bijou, but he will have to find the killer before he destroys everything that Remy holds dear.
Remy is a full on ALPHA male, he needs absolute obedience from those under him. When he discovers that Bijou is his mate, all of his leopard instincts go into overdrive, and he can barely control them. I loved that even though Remy likes control, he doesn't go all domineering on Bijou, he respects her and I loved how sweet and tender he is at times, but then other times he is very like a alpha male, but in a way that will make the room sizzle and spark. Remy just had me from page one. Bijou is very independent and strong willed, and the last thing that she wants is some alpha male trying to control her movements. I enjoyed how she stands up to him, and doesn't let him run over her. She does have some vulnerabilities that I found endearing in her, and I could help but love her and her strong spirit.
I absolutely adored Leopard's Prey!! An amazing story that reminds you of why Feehan is the queen of paranormal romance (at least for me she is). This one is probably one of her best work. A stellar story that has the pages filled with sensual romance, intensely packed suspense story, and a setting that is enriched with history and passion. A sexy read that everyone has to have in their library. A story that sparks from beginning to end, and will have you at the edge of your seat! You are in for one hell of a ride folks!! A AMAZING STORY TO MAKE YOU FALL IN LOVE WITH THE MAGIC OF NEW ORLEANS!
She blinked at him. "Why?"
"Because I know a thing or two about makin' a public statement." His hand slipped to her throat, and he lowered his head that scant few millimeters to her mouth.
Time stopped for her. The ground under her feet shifted. He led her right over a cliff where there was no way back. Lights danced at the back of her eyes and her body seemed to melt against his. Her body didn't feel her own anymore. He'd lain claim to her and all he'd done was kiss her.
Christine Feehan has always been a must read author for me. I didn't like Paranormal romance until I read her Dark Series, and I fell in love. Then when she started on this shifter series of Leopards, I was captivated. I would say that Leopard's Prey is going to be added to the top of the list of favorites. From the previous book Savage Nature, we are introduced to the Boudreux family, and we see quite a bit of Remy, when I heard that the next book would be his story, I learned that patience was NOT one of my virtues. Now for those of you who haven't read this series yet, it isn't mandatory to read the previous books, but I would recommend reading Savage Nature before you read this.
Remy, as a homicide detective, has been searching for a serial killer, and he is determined to find him before he kills more. When he returns home from New Orleans, he comes across a woman he hasn't seen in years, but has constantly thought of Bijou or also known as "Blue". A Beautiful and mesmerizing Jazz singer, who is the daughter of one of the most popular rock and roll singers. On the surface most people see Bijou as stuck up and spoiled, but Remy knows that is far from the truth. He knows that she was raised in a home without a mother, and a father who only dragged her around for more fame and glory. But when she returns home, both he and his leopard are drawn to her, and he comes to the realization that she is his mate...his to protect and love. Bijou has had to do things in order to protect herself. She grew up with drugs and sex being a top priority to her father, but Remy showed her how someone can truly care about a person, and she was determined that her life would not be her fathers. Now she wants to sing Jazz and settle down at home. But there is a serial killer on the loose, and has focused on her. Remy is overwhelmed with his feelings for Bijou, but he will have to find the killer before he destroys everything that Remy holds dear.
Remy is a full on ALPHA male, he needs absolute obedience from those under him. When he discovers that Bijou is his mate, all of his leopard instincts go into overdrive, and he can barely control them. I loved that even though Remy likes control, he doesn't go all domineering on Bijou, he respects her and I loved how sweet and tender he is at times, but then other times he is very like a alpha male, but in a way that will make the room sizzle and spark. Remy just had me from page one. Bijou is very independent and strong willed, and the last thing that she wants is some alpha male trying to control her movements. I enjoyed how she stands up to him, and doesn't let him run over her. She does have some vulnerabilities that I found endearing in her, and I could help but love her and her strong spirit.
I absolutely adored Leopard's Prey!! An amazing story that reminds you of why Feehan is the queen of paranormal romance (at least for me she is). This one is probably one of her best work. A stellar story that has the pages filled with sensual romance, intensely packed suspense story, and a setting that is enriched with history and passion. A sexy read that everyone has to have in their library. A story that sparks from beginning to end, and will have you at the edge of your seat! You are in for one hell of a ride folks!! A AMAZING STORY TO MAKE YOU FALL IN LOVE WITH THE MAGIC OF NEW ORLEANS!
February 6, 2015
Soooooo disjointed. The storyline itself had too many annoying aspects. Why would Drake leave Saria after she witnessed a murder? Why would Remy leave Bijou the "morning after?" And why would Bijou flee and suddenly run into one of her supposed only friends (who she oddly enough didn't even know was in town) on the side of the road and then go on the impromptu rappelling adventure?
Cause bam reader, Bijou is also suddenly a skilled rock climber. With rock climbing equipment conveniently in her car. On top of being a famous singer with a famous dad and the looks of a super model...Who also might be a rare female leopard.
Seriously, the random "coincidences" in this story seem so far fetched to me. And don't get me started on the dialogue. You know when the author tries to paint character depth and storyline background through ridiculous dialogue? That. I don't know what happened with Feehan, but it's like she's just going through the motions.
Cause bam reader, Bijou is also suddenly a skilled rock climber. With rock climbing equipment conveniently in her car. On top of being a famous singer with a famous dad and the looks of a super model...Who also might be a rare female leopard.
Seriously, the random "coincidences" in this story seem so far fetched to me. And don't get me started on the dialogue. You know when the author tries to paint character depth and storyline background through ridiculous dialogue? That. I don't know what happened with Feehan, but it's like she's just going through the motions.
April 23, 2017
"Leopard's Prey" is the sixth book in Leopard people series- and a great addition at that.
This book focuses on bayou cop Remy and the rock singer Bayou "Blue", who returns back home to New Orleans.
Remy has known Blue since she was a kid, being 16 year older than her and has always tried to protect and shield her- especially from her rockstar manwhore and negligent dad.
As time passes, they see each other less as Remy moves away to travel and so does Blue for her career.
Years later, when she returns- Remy- whose leopard has never shown interest awakens with a ferocity and realizes that Blue is his mate- as she reaches her cycle and discovers her actual ancestry.
Mixed with very intriguing and fast paced murder mystery- the book keeps you on you on your toes. Mild inconsistencies and confusions happen..But it kinda ties together in the end.
The chemistry between Remy and Bayou is seriously HOT and it has one of the best panty melting-claw filled- sex scenes.
I really love the way the author describes nature- you feel you are right there in the jungle and the swamps with the leopards. Its wonderful.
Also, happy to learn about the developments of characters from the other books in this series.
The mystery reveal was in the end was..unexpected but not really.
Overall, enjoyed this one.
Safe with minor exceptions ??
3.75/5
This book focuses on bayou cop Remy and the rock singer Bayou "Blue", who returns back home to New Orleans.
Remy has known Blue since she was a kid, being 16 year older than her and has always tried to protect and shield her- especially from her rockstar manwhore and negligent dad.
As time passes, they see each other less as Remy moves away to travel and so does Blue for her career.
Years later, when she returns- Remy- whose leopard has never shown interest awakens with a ferocity and realizes that Blue is his mate- as she reaches her cycle and discovers her actual ancestry.
Mixed with very intriguing and fast paced murder mystery- the book keeps you on you on your toes. Mild inconsistencies and confusions happen..But it kinda ties together in the end.
The chemistry between Remy and Bayou is seriously HOT and it has one of the best panty melting-claw filled- sex scenes.
I really love the way the author describes nature- you feel you are right there in the jungle and the swamps with the leopards. Its wonderful.
Also, happy to learn about the developments of characters from the other books in this series.
The mystery reveal was in the end was..unexpected but not really.
Overall, enjoyed this one.
Safe with minor exceptions ??
3.75/5
June 2, 2013
Christine Feehan writes the best possessive, obsessive, jealous, dark, dangerous, sexy, over the top alpha heroes ever! I LOVED Remy!! Bijou, the heroine, wasn't to bad either.
What was bad? The villains.. there were soo many different bad guys... I couldn't keep them straight. Some of the bad guys you never even met, they were just lurking around in the shadows or outskirts!It was so confusing I'm still not sure if or how it all ties together!
What was bad? The villains.. there were soo many different bad guys... I couldn't keep them straight. Some of the bad guys you never even met, they were just lurking around in the shadows or outskirts!It was so confusing I'm still not sure if or how it all ties together!
June 6, 2013
As usual, I really enjoyed a book in this series. I must say, I didn't like this one as much as all the ones in the past, but it's probably not to do with anything other than the story just didn't hook me and I kind of didn't feel as much for the couple in this one. Don't know why. I've absolutely adored the previous books, but I just liked this one. Still will be looking forward to the next one. I hope it's Elijah or Mahieu.
** I came back in to edit this - I think maybe I didn't like this instalment as much because there really wasn't any interaction with other leopards from previous books. Elijah and Joshua were mentioned as being there, but had no real part in the story, and yeah, they didn't even turn into leopards much at all. It almost could have been a story about ordinary people there was so little shifting in it. Yeah, I reckon those two reasons are it. I missed the leopard bits a lot, as it gives the feel of the premise of the book - it was just missing in this one. More shifting....
I also kind of felt a bit like the author wasn't quite with the world she'd previously created, in that she said in the book a number of times that even though the h was a leopard, she may not shift into one if certain events didn't coincide ... that was a new one on me. I thought the women were either shifters or they weren't and it just happened randomly, timewise, sometime in their early 20s. Anyway, it kind of seemed weird to me that the author, this far down the track, book 6, made this change. It kind of felt to me, now that I think about it, that the author wasn't really into this book when she was writing it. The love for the leopard world wasn't there, she just phoned it in. Anyway, that's just how it felt to me. Good story, but told sort of without heart. Disappointing, since I waited so long to get my mits on this, and most likely will have to wait another year for the next one.
I really do love the bijou setting of this and the last one. I so wish I could hear them all speaking - love the Cajun accent. Just after I started this book, I went onto You Tube to look up Rene from Season 1 of True Blood just so I could hear the accent and get a feel for it in the book. There's dedication for you!
I did have one niggle, which was a grammatical thing, and I know it's not strictly wrong, but I'm in the camp that says "off of" is just sooooo annoying. It was in the book a number of times. I actually don't worry about things like errors and mistakes normally, but those particular words together have always bugged me, kind of like when people say youse. If you can just say "off", why would you want to say "off of"? What a rambling, whining review this is. Oh well...
I really like how this author writes her heros, full on alpha, and the heroines are strong women. They generally don't have TSTL moments, and I love the world created for them.
Contrary to how this review sounds, I did really like this book, it just wasn't as good as the others. I will definitely be buying the next ones, I love this series. One of the few paranormal series I really like.
** I came back in to edit this - I think maybe I didn't like this instalment as much because there really wasn't any interaction with other leopards from previous books. Elijah and Joshua were mentioned as being there, but had no real part in the story, and yeah, they didn't even turn into leopards much at all. It almost could have been a story about ordinary people there was so little shifting in it. Yeah, I reckon those two reasons are it. I missed the leopard bits a lot, as it gives the feel of the premise of the book - it was just missing in this one. More shifting....
I also kind of felt a bit like the author wasn't quite with the world she'd previously created, in that she said in the book a number of times that even though the h was a leopard, she may not shift into one if certain events didn't coincide ... that was a new one on me. I thought the women were either shifters or they weren't and it just happened randomly, timewise, sometime in their early 20s. Anyway, it kind of seemed weird to me that the author, this far down the track, book 6, made this change. It kind of felt to me, now that I think about it, that the author wasn't really into this book when she was writing it. The love for the leopard world wasn't there, she just phoned it in. Anyway, that's just how it felt to me. Good story, but told sort of without heart. Disappointing, since I waited so long to get my mits on this, and most likely will have to wait another year for the next one.
I really do love the bijou setting of this and the last one. I so wish I could hear them all speaking - love the Cajun accent. Just after I started this book, I went onto You Tube to look up Rene from Season 1 of True Blood just so I could hear the accent and get a feel for it in the book. There's dedication for you!
I did have one niggle, which was a grammatical thing, and I know it's not strictly wrong, but I'm in the camp that says "off of" is just sooooo annoying. It was in the book a number of times. I actually don't worry about things like errors and mistakes normally, but those particular words together have always bugged me, kind of like when people say youse. If you can just say "off", why would you want to say "off of"? What a rambling, whining review this is. Oh well...
I really like how this author writes her heros, full on alpha, and the heroines are strong women. They generally don't have TSTL moments, and I love the world created for them.
Contrary to how this review sounds, I did really like this book, it just wasn't as good as the others. I will definitely be buying the next ones, I love this series. One of the few paranormal series I really like.
November 1, 2015
Leopard’s Preyis book 6 in the Leopard People series, by
Christine Feehan
. I like Christine’s bayou stories.
Remy Boudreux, the homicide detective from the Savage Nature book, along with his brother Gage, and sister Saria launch this fascinatingly entertaining story in reoccurring murder investigations.
Saria and friend Bijou “Blue” Breaux, a wealthy daughter of a famous deceased rock star, Bodrie, who was a substance abusing philanderer. When Bijou was 8 years old she was being escorted into a hotel room by three males bound to do her wrong in a drugged state. Remy having being alerted to this interceded and prevented abuse.
A number of years later, Remy returns after college, military, and tours of other clans. He is currently in the police homicide team to find that Saria and Bijou have discovered a grizzly ritual murder victim in the swamp. Both Saria and Bijou took multiple photos and returned to Saria’s B&B to develop the pictures in her photo lab.
Remy goes to Saria’s where is greeted by Bijou since Saria was in the lab. His internal leopard immediately initiated insta-lust. He’s only 16 years older, but his cat didn’t care.
Bijou had built a club and has become a very successful famous singer on her own. She has stalkers and has been receiving numerous death threats from Bodrie’s former worshipers.
Steamy stuff in a car Remy is driving home from an art exhibition featuring works from Bijou’s good friend and loony artist, Arnaud Lefevre, was most entertaining. Phew!!!
I was somewhat overwhelmed with the distracting multitude plots, sub-plots, and unique characters. The conclusion was disturbingly unique.
All of that being said, I still like the series and will seek the next for sure.
Remy Boudreux, the homicide detective from the Savage Nature book, along with his brother Gage, and sister Saria launch this fascinatingly entertaining story in reoccurring murder investigations.
Saria and friend Bijou “Blue” Breaux, a wealthy daughter of a famous deceased rock star, Bodrie, who was a substance abusing philanderer. When Bijou was 8 years old she was being escorted into a hotel room by three males bound to do her wrong in a drugged state. Remy having being alerted to this interceded and prevented abuse.
A number of years later, Remy returns after college, military, and tours of other clans. He is currently in the police homicide team to find that Saria and Bijou have discovered a grizzly ritual murder victim in the swamp. Both Saria and Bijou took multiple photos and returned to Saria’s B&B to develop the pictures in her photo lab.
Remy goes to Saria’s where is greeted by Bijou since Saria was in the lab. His internal leopard immediately initiated insta-lust. He’s only 16 years older, but his cat didn’t care.
Bijou had built a club and has become a very successful famous singer on her own. She has stalkers and has been receiving numerous death threats from Bodrie’s former worshipers.
Steamy stuff in a car Remy is driving home from an art exhibition featuring works from Bijou’s good friend and loony artist, Arnaud Lefevre, was most entertaining. Phew!!!
I was somewhat overwhelmed with the distracting multitude plots, sub-plots, and unique characters. The conclusion was disturbingly unique.
All of that being said, I still like the series and will seek the next for sure.
June 3, 2013
Once the action starts it is fast paced and thrilling. However, half of the book is setting up the back story. I thought this could have been accomplished a bit faster.That does not mean it wasn't engaging story.
I absolutely love the hero Remy and the heroine Bijou. Remy is a tough, protective and a take charge homicide detective the kind of man you want covering your back in a dangerous situation. He is insightful. He is one of the few to see behind the mask that Bijou wears to protect herself. However,Remy for all those qualities is clueless in expressing how he fells about Bijou.
Bijou, although young has comes through the fires of her life stronger. She finally has to comes to terms as to who she is and what she wants from life. There are a few surprises on her horizon . She handles them well.
Bijou is the type of woman that will fight for her man and I admire that about her.
The villains definitely got theirs in the end.
I absolutely love the hero Remy and the heroine Bijou. Remy is a tough, protective and a take charge homicide detective the kind of man you want covering your back in a dangerous situation. He is insightful. He is one of the few to see behind the mask that Bijou wears to protect herself. However,Remy for all those qualities is clueless in expressing how he fells about Bijou.
Bijou, although young has comes through the fires of her life stronger. She finally has to comes to terms as to who she is and what she wants from life. There are a few surprises on her horizon . She handles them well.
Bijou is the type of woman that will fight for her man and I admire that about her.
The villains definitely got theirs in the end.
March 21, 2016
Ughhh. I actually checked the genres list before picking this book up, and thankfully romance wasn't first and foremost....well that list means diddly squat. This was awful. I can't even sugar coat it. It wasn't even romance, it was just trashy. I wish the other genres were better represented.
The characters were pretty shallow, but I'm learning to expect that when everyone is so beautiful, ripped, curvy, and perfect. The story was shallow, not to mention predictable, because of the character problem and the so called romance. I don't know why this type of book has to be flimsy. I was so grateful when I finally finished it.
The characters were pretty shallow, but I'm learning to expect that when everyone is so beautiful, ripped, curvy, and perfect. The story was shallow, not to mention predictable, because of the character problem and the so called romance. I don't know why this type of book has to be flimsy. I was so grateful when I finally finished it.
June 2, 2013
To begin my review of Leopard's Prey, written by Christine Feehan; I would first like to take a moment to point out that I am not your typical romance novel reader. It wasn't until about 11 years ago, that I found myself exploring this genre. However, the style of books in which I strictly read before; did often contain a love story. In a sense, the Epic Fantasy genre, has forever shaped my definition of "romance". What I am attempting to convey, is that I may not view romance, in the same manner as other's do in today's literature. Not to be critical towards the enjoyment of those who read romance for the sensual side. In fact, for those of you who love one, two.....or ten *cough* scorching sex scenes between the main couple, this book will make you VERY happy.
Moving on...I will admit, Christine Feehan is one of very few authors I read in the paranormal romance genre. So in essence, perhaps I am not the best judge on what is considered a great PNR novel. Sex, which is a huge part of most books contained in the romance genre--is not what I neccessarily see as intimacy. When infused with emotion, sex can certainly enhance the connection between the main couple...yet for some, I find it can become a major hinderance. For me personally, true romance has always been, and forever will be, defined by the emotion an author builds within me, and the journey of the characters themselves, to reach the destination of love.
Getting to the actual book, Leopard's Prey follows the character of Remy Boudreux . The oldest of five brother's to the heroine of the previous installment; Saria. This was a very highly anticipated release for me, because from the moment Remy burst onto the pages in Savage Nature, I was fascinated with his sheer, primal intensity. The nuance of a hunter very high up on the food chain, made him memorable to me as a reader. So...one can imagine my disappointment, a quarter of the way through his story; upon encountering the same issues I have had with other installments of this particular series.
In summation, the foundation of the relationship between our hero and heroine, seemingly based upon sex--left me feeling disconnected. In fact, Remy is so astute (yeah right) in his perception of the "pull" he feels towards his woman, that he even states this to her. I grasp that we as readers are suppose to recognize that what they have goes beyond sexual chemistry, but I always look for an author to SHOW me, not tell me that it is so. Due to the large amount of intimate content within this book, I found myself questioning their bond right along with the heroine. I have always said you can Take the most action packed novel in the world, and if the characters lack depth; the book goes nowhere in my opinion. The same rules apply for highly sensual storylines. It is all about balance.
Dont get me wrong. I do not mean to imply that there are no high notes. There are some great elements to this story, and a massive amount of potential. Most importantly I feel, being the history between the main couple. This backstory is very well done, and packs an emotional punch. I loved that the hero was the single contributing factor to the salvation of our heroine, Bijou or more specifically "Blue" as Remy calls her. The female lead is the daughter of a famous singer who was adored in life, and could do no wrong in the eyes of his fans. What occured behind closed doors tells a far darker story...
As a child, Bijou was labeled a rich, entitled snob by classmates in school, including our hero's own brother Gage. It was only Remy, a young cop at the time; that knew the hell with which her life entailed. As with all children whom experience a horrible upbringing, there comes a pivital moment in Bijou's adolescence where she could have given in. Following down the same drug laced path of depravity her father had walked. Yet because of Remy, Bijou's world changes in a single moment, and she breaks the viscious cycle with which she was raised. It is a moment where our hero shows her something she has never before understood. Caring. It is at this fork in the road, that Bijou realizes one individual in her dark existence gives a damn about her. This powerful revealation is presented to us in the platform of a blazing memory of Remy's, and is very moving. This scene struck me in the heart when I read it. It created an instantaneous connection for me, and these characters. Their bond was a tangible thing I could feel.
Which brings me back to my earlier statement of how sex, delivered by an author as a platform in which "romance" is built--can be a hinderance for some literary couples. To put it frankly....there was too much of it in Leopard's Prey. Yes, this is a series interwoven with the animilistic urges of shapeshifters who are equal parts beast, and man. True. But this under current was not balanced out properly with the addition of other concepts, in regards to plot. Due to the lack of balance; the emotionally profound connection that was built between the main characters--stalled; and never grew into something memorable for me.
It isn't that I lack the ability to understand Ms. Feehan's take on shapeshifter romance. As I said above, these character's are written with a duality that pushes for visceral urges between the couple. I do grasp the concept. One of my most favorite series presents shapeshifters amongst its characters. My problem with the shifters of THIS series; stems from the fact that they have always held an underlying implication that the female's--once their Leopard emerges--could be drawn sexually to a male who is not their intended "mate". Like I previously stated in the opening of my review--this has been an ongoing struggle with me and this particular series. For me, a mate means there is only one. So the way with which this beastial plot thread is woven into the storyarc of the Leopard series--is off putting at times for me personally. *shrugs*
Despite this, I will say that the ending action was very well done. The "twist" was creatively written--although I did see it coming--and I love that it was the heroine who came to the rescue of her dangerous, lethal Leopard. I also immensely enjoyed seeing Drake Donovan again, and the familial banter between the entire group. Definately worth reading...but Leopard's Prey is not one for the record books in my opinion.
Review also available at www.thereadingcafe.com
Moving on...I will admit, Christine Feehan is one of very few authors I read in the paranormal romance genre. So in essence, perhaps I am not the best judge on what is considered a great PNR novel. Sex, which is a huge part of most books contained in the romance genre--is not what I neccessarily see as intimacy. When infused with emotion, sex can certainly enhance the connection between the main couple...yet for some, I find it can become a major hinderance. For me personally, true romance has always been, and forever will be, defined by the emotion an author builds within me, and the journey of the characters themselves, to reach the destination of love.
Getting to the actual book, Leopard's Prey follows the character of Remy Boudreux . The oldest of five brother's to the heroine of the previous installment; Saria. This was a very highly anticipated release for me, because from the moment Remy burst onto the pages in Savage Nature, I was fascinated with his sheer, primal intensity. The nuance of a hunter very high up on the food chain, made him memorable to me as a reader. So...one can imagine my disappointment, a quarter of the way through his story; upon encountering the same issues I have had with other installments of this particular series.
In summation, the foundation of the relationship between our hero and heroine, seemingly based upon sex--left me feeling disconnected. In fact, Remy is so astute (yeah right) in his perception of the "pull" he feels towards his woman, that he even states this to her. I grasp that we as readers are suppose to recognize that what they have goes beyond sexual chemistry, but I always look for an author to SHOW me, not tell me that it is so. Due to the large amount of intimate content within this book, I found myself questioning their bond right along with the heroine. I have always said you can Take the most action packed novel in the world, and if the characters lack depth; the book goes nowhere in my opinion. The same rules apply for highly sensual storylines. It is all about balance.
Dont get me wrong. I do not mean to imply that there are no high notes. There are some great elements to this story, and a massive amount of potential. Most importantly I feel, being the history between the main couple. This backstory is very well done, and packs an emotional punch. I loved that the hero was the single contributing factor to the salvation of our heroine, Bijou or more specifically "Blue" as Remy calls her. The female lead is the daughter of a famous singer who was adored in life, and could do no wrong in the eyes of his fans. What occured behind closed doors tells a far darker story...
As a child, Bijou was labeled a rich, entitled snob by classmates in school, including our hero's own brother Gage. It was only Remy, a young cop at the time; that knew the hell with which her life entailed. As with all children whom experience a horrible upbringing, there comes a pivital moment in Bijou's adolescence where she could have given in. Following down the same drug laced path of depravity her father had walked. Yet because of Remy, Bijou's world changes in a single moment, and she breaks the viscious cycle with which she was raised. It is a moment where our hero shows her something she has never before understood. Caring. It is at this fork in the road, that Bijou realizes one individual in her dark existence gives a damn about her. This powerful revealation is presented to us in the platform of a blazing memory of Remy's, and is very moving. This scene struck me in the heart when I read it. It created an instantaneous connection for me, and these characters. Their bond was a tangible thing I could feel.
Which brings me back to my earlier statement of how sex, delivered by an author as a platform in which "romance" is built--can be a hinderance for some literary couples. To put it frankly....there was too much of it in Leopard's Prey. Yes, this is a series interwoven with the animilistic urges of shapeshifters who are equal parts beast, and man. True. But this under current was not balanced out properly with the addition of other concepts, in regards to plot. Due to the lack of balance; the emotionally profound connection that was built between the main characters--stalled; and never grew into something memorable for me.
It isn't that I lack the ability to understand Ms. Feehan's take on shapeshifter romance. As I said above, these character's are written with a duality that pushes for visceral urges between the couple. I do grasp the concept. One of my most favorite series presents shapeshifters amongst its characters. My problem with the shifters of THIS series; stems from the fact that they have always held an underlying implication that the female's--once their Leopard emerges--could be drawn sexually to a male who is not their intended "mate". Like I previously stated in the opening of my review--this has been an ongoing struggle with me and this particular series. For me, a mate means there is only one. So the way with which this beastial plot thread is woven into the storyarc of the Leopard series--is off putting at times for me personally. *shrugs*
Despite this, I will say that the ending action was very well done. The "twist" was creatively written--although I did see it coming--and I love that it was the heroine who came to the rescue of her dangerous, lethal Leopard. I also immensely enjoyed seeing Drake Donovan again, and the familial banter between the entire group. Definately worth reading...but Leopard's Prey is not one for the record books in my opinion.
Review also available at www.thereadingcafe.com
April 13, 2019
Great story overall. It felt more like a murder mystery than a romantic suspense, but that was fine by me because the switch-up was a nice change. Ms. Feehan did a suburb job of creating red herrings to throw readers off the scent (pun totally intended.;)
I just couldn’t stand Remy’s character. He was such a class-A jerk (worse words come to mind but I’ll refrain.). Him, plus Bijou’s character was only meh for me and that kept the stars middle of the road. If others like these two more, however, I’m sure this could rate an easy 5.
I just couldn’t stand Remy’s character. He was such a class-A jerk (worse words come to mind but I’ll refrain.). Him, plus Bijou’s character was only meh for me and that kept the stars middle of the road. If others like these two more, however, I’m sure this could rate an easy 5.
December 3, 2022
Bijou is a famous singer that’s been in love with Remy since she was 8 and he protected her from her rock star father. Remy has to come to terms with his feelings for Bijou, while catching a serial killer, someone stalking Bijou, someone beating and robbing the elderly in his community and someone looking to kill Bijou and frame her murder on the serial killer. This book is so, so good.
February 28, 2018
Features the same setting and people as book 5, Savage Nature. I love the setting in the swamps of Louisiana, and I loved how this is a murder mystery. These books are great when they have an actual plot and this one does.
July 4, 2013
The first book I ever read by Christine Feehan was a leopard book, I was on another author's website and we were in chat.. the author said (and yes I am paraphrasing) for sheer smoldering steam, forget the vampires and check out Christine Feehan's Wild Rain. So I did.. and fell in love.
There is just something special about the cat shifters.. they are sensual, sensational and sublime (I know I so have to get off this alliteration kick). But they are special.. something about them calls to me. I figure if I was a shifter I would be a cat.. yeah because I smolder.. *snorts*
In typical Christine Feehan style the Leopard Series has it's hits and misses for me. I loved Rio's book, I simply adored Jake and Drake was special too.. wasn't thrilled with Connor's book and seriously enjoyed Remi's.. of course I have a special attachment to anyone named Remi..
Bijou "Blue" Breaux had spent her childhood lost in vice.. Her father a famous musician was just downright sleazy. Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll was putting it mildly. The only constant he had in her life was Remi Boudreaux. The older brother of her only friend. The fact that he cared saved her very soul. But as a child she knew she needed more and had something to prove so as soon as she grew up she was off to make her own music. To prove to the world that she was just as good as her manwhore, skanky, sleezy father... The man everyone but Bijou adored. But no matter how far she traveled there was just one man who captured her attention..
Remi Boudreaux the oldest in the Boudreaux family had roamed far and wide only to return to the bayou he loved. As a young cop he discovered Bijou at a party adults shouldn't attend. Frustrated and unsure what to do he left her with her father and walked away, knowing it wasn't the right choice but with a corrupt system and everyone in sleaze daddy's pocket what choice did he have? But Bijou was forever linked in Remi's mind.. Little girl lost.. now she is back and she's not so little anymore.
Returning to the Bayou, Bijou has decided to sing the music she loves, to live the life she wants and to see if the man who haunted her dreams really is the man she dreamed of. Bijou is staying with the only friend she ever had and excited to do so, except first day out they discover a dead body. Left in ritualistic fashion.. a serial killer is back in the Bayou and it seems Bijou is smack dab in the middle of it.
Ms Feehan tells a story rich in heritage and history.. a Sensual delight with rich full descriptions of the Bayou.. steeped in mystery. Lush backgrounds abound and set the scene for the mystery surrounding Bijou and Remi.. This book sizzles and Remi and Bijou just smolder.. Taking the reader to the darkest depths of this mysterious, magical part of our country. Fraught in legend it's a perfect setting for a clan of shapeshifting leopards and those that surround them.
I sincerely felt for Bijou it seemed every time she turned around she was finding out that someone betrayed her. Of course the trade off was, she also found out her mother was a leopard and so was she.. yeah Bijou..
The negative in this book is something that I see occasionally in Ms Feehan's writing. She drops hints but doesn't quite follow through.. Why were people targeting Bijou? Was there a reason why her father was how he was? I felt like there was something there but couldn't quite touch it.. I have questions and since they reflect only on Bijou and Remi and NOT the entire leopard species I seriously doubt they will be answered.. And because of this I can not say this was a perfect book.. It was a seriously good book and I enjoyed it immensely but I just wanted a bit more. Still I would recommend it to any Feehan Fan of course but also to anyone who just wants to read a really good story.
Shauni
There is just something special about the cat shifters.. they are sensual, sensational and sublime (I know I so have to get off this alliteration kick). But they are special.. something about them calls to me. I figure if I was a shifter I would be a cat.. yeah because I smolder.. *snorts*
In typical Christine Feehan style the Leopard Series has it's hits and misses for me. I loved Rio's book, I simply adored Jake and Drake was special too.. wasn't thrilled with Connor's book and seriously enjoyed Remi's.. of course I have a special attachment to anyone named Remi..
Bijou "Blue" Breaux had spent her childhood lost in vice.. Her father a famous musician was just downright sleazy. Sex, Drugs and Rock and Roll was putting it mildly. The only constant he had in her life was Remi Boudreaux. The older brother of her only friend. The fact that he cared saved her very soul. But as a child she knew she needed more and had something to prove so as soon as she grew up she was off to make her own music. To prove to the world that she was just as good as her manwhore, skanky, sleezy father... The man everyone but Bijou adored. But no matter how far she traveled there was just one man who captured her attention..
Remi Boudreaux the oldest in the Boudreaux family had roamed far and wide only to return to the bayou he loved. As a young cop he discovered Bijou at a party adults shouldn't attend. Frustrated and unsure what to do he left her with her father and walked away, knowing it wasn't the right choice but with a corrupt system and everyone in sleaze daddy's pocket what choice did he have? But Bijou was forever linked in Remi's mind.. Little girl lost.. now she is back and she's not so little anymore.
Returning to the Bayou, Bijou has decided to sing the music she loves, to live the life she wants and to see if the man who haunted her dreams really is the man she dreamed of. Bijou is staying with the only friend she ever had and excited to do so, except first day out they discover a dead body. Left in ritualistic fashion.. a serial killer is back in the Bayou and it seems Bijou is smack dab in the middle of it.
Ms Feehan tells a story rich in heritage and history.. a Sensual delight with rich full descriptions of the Bayou.. steeped in mystery. Lush backgrounds abound and set the scene for the mystery surrounding Bijou and Remi.. This book sizzles and Remi and Bijou just smolder.. Taking the reader to the darkest depths of this mysterious, magical part of our country. Fraught in legend it's a perfect setting for a clan of shapeshifting leopards and those that surround them.
I sincerely felt for Bijou it seemed every time she turned around she was finding out that someone betrayed her. Of course the trade off was, she also found out her mother was a leopard and so was she.. yeah Bijou..
The negative in this book is something that I see occasionally in Ms Feehan's writing. She drops hints but doesn't quite follow through.. Why were people targeting Bijou? Was there a reason why her father was how he was? I felt like there was something there but couldn't quite touch it.. I have questions and since they reflect only on Bijou and Remi and NOT the entire leopard species I seriously doubt they will be answered.. And because of this I can not say this was a perfect book.. It was a seriously good book and I enjoyed it immensely but I just wanted a bit more. Still I would recommend it to any Feehan Fan of course but also to anyone who just wants to read a really good story.
Shauni
June 9, 2013
Finished this at midnight last. Hoo boy! Fanning self* I want to meet me a Cajun cop! LOL
Seriously, I really enjoyed this book. Honestly, I wasn’t too caught up in the Leopard series at first, but reading this story has me wanting to go back and re-read Drake and Saria’s story, and I can’t wait for the next one. I’m not into the books set in Borneo or other exotic places, but those set in the bayous and swamps of the South, love them!
I do think that Robert should have been taken into the swamps and disposed of. I know, how terrible am I? It just seems that he broke so many rules yet still was allowed to live. I don’t see how he could possibly redeem himself. Hmmm, guess we’ll see! The Queen has surprised us all before LOL
Seriously, I really enjoyed this book. Honestly, I wasn’t too caught up in the Leopard series at first, but reading this story has me wanting to go back and re-read Drake and Saria’s story, and I can’t wait for the next one. I’m not into the books set in Borneo or other exotic places, but those set in the bayous and swamps of the South, love them!
I do think that Robert should have been taken into the swamps and disposed of. I know, how terrible am I? It just seems that he broke so many rules yet still was allowed to live. I don’t see how he could possibly redeem himself. Hmmm, guess we’ll see! The Queen has surprised us all before LOL
July 5, 2013
For me, I'm done with this series. The entire shape-shifter theme is not working for me anymore. Seems like more and more books have similar themes and quite frankly it's boring. I'm sick and tired of the "she's mine" mentality and require more substance to the books in which I read even for entertainment.
Did not care for either the H/h in this book. Both grated on my nerves with their "problems" and I gave up on this about 3/4 in.
Sorry.
Did not care for either the H/h in this book. Both grated on my nerves with their "problems" and I gave up on this about 3/4 in.
Sorry.
January 22, 2021
I loved it! One of the best Feehan books I've read in a long time. The wit was just right and balanced the darkness of the murders. Bjoux was an excellent character although Remy needed the kickings she gave him. I now really want to find the rest of this series and read them in order! It's about on par with the Drake sisters series, which is my favourite by Feehan.
June 29, 2013
All right all you shifter fans, the Leopard series by Christine Feehan never disappoints. I really loved Remy's story. Read my full review at http://devastatingreads.blogspot.ca/2...
November 7, 2016
I'm mixed about this story. I liked and didn't like Remy. Sometimes he was an ass but overall, he was a good guy. This is pretty typical where the girl is an innocent virgin and is now mated to a shifter who is all macho alpha. It is well written and predictable.
May 2, 2016
A really good tight read. Looking foward to the next one.
March 30, 2021
I liked Remy okay I mean he is total Alpha, and there is something bothersome Anyhoo, I'm a sucker for a growly protective cop. I liked Bijou as well, she had an absolute shit upbringing and I'm glad that we got those little glimpses into how her and Remy met and just what that poor kid was going through.
The crimes...pretty gross, like gory gross, so beware. I think maybe I should have started at the beginning of this series. So i may go back and start over at some point.
The crimes...pretty gross, like gory gross, so beware. I think maybe I should have started at the beginning of this series. So i may go back and start over at some point.
March 16, 2018
Stars: 3 / 5
Recommendation: Shape-shifting Leopards, Mobsters and Love - A weird combination right? Well, it's worth reading on those lazy days or to bring you out of any kind of dull mood.
Leopard's People is the sixth book in the Leopard People Series by Christine Feehan published in May of 2013. The plot revolves around Remy Boudreaux - oldest brother of Saria Boudreaux, a homicide detective - and Bijou Breaux - only daughter of a rich rock and roll start who has come back to the Louisiana Bayous for solace and a new way of living.
The entire Leopard People Series focuses on humans who have ability of shape-shifting to leopards. Each plot covers one couple that are destined to be mated in this lifetime just like so many lifetimes in the past. And surrounding this couple the plot expands on this species of leopard shape-shifters, their advantages as being so, their perils and how their lives move along in this 21st century. All of the plots are either set in Borneo Rain Forest - coast of South East Asia - and Louisiana in USA or eventually lead there. These leopards come from very hard and cruel lairs, but they come out on their own, find their mate, infiltrate the mobs and acquire the territories taking over them.
Remy Boudreaux, a shape-shifting leopard and a homicide detective has the biggest case at his hand - tracking down a serial killer who has come back to hunt in the Louisiana Bayous after a break of four years. His paths cross with Bijou Breaux, a famous rock and roll star who has come back to the Bayous to settle and pursue her life in Jazz instead. Remy finds Bijou as irresistible now as he had found her when she was a little child, only difference being he knows now that she is his mate and they have been mated for life time and again. Now with a serial killer lose and threats to Bijou itself how will Remy balance his life between pursuing the criminals and pursuing his mate? As for Bijou, will she accept her legacy from her father or go with the legacy from her mother and create a new one for herself?
This book sort of forms a sequel to the previous book Savage Nature (My review of the book here: https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...) continuing with some of the story points from there to here - more of an extension from that plot to this one. Naturally we get to see so many of the characters reappear. We get to see Saria Boudreaux and Drake Donovan's relationship as a husband and wife and also as Drake as the leader of the lair in New Orleans more. Drake never lets you down and as always comes out as a savage and brutal but fair leader. And surprisingly enough Remy is also of the same nature. So it made me curious to see how Christine would tackle the two alpha males in the same lair, and boy she does tackle them well. However we only see brief glimpses of Elijah Lospostos and Joshua Tregre. My thirst for knowing Elijah's story increases as I move from book to book.
Christine spins not one but three different plots of crimes in this for Remy to work on - serial killer, home invasions and stalker. It's a marvel to read how she culminates all of the three sub-plots in the end. For a while there, I felt like I was being pulled in three different ways but then as the plot proceeded all the pulls proved to be necessary. There is however one chapter that she elaborates on how Bijou's friend pulverizes rocks along the banks of the New Orleans swamps. I didn’t understand why she would have had to go so in-depth until the end. But the end in itself paled for me. For all the highs Christine takes us with the serial killer she tossed me to the reader in a rather very simple way. I couldn’t find a closure for the killer, as in what was his reason for killing. Perhaps if it was more connected with the other sub-plots may be it would have been powerful, at least for me I felt so.
I was hoping that Christine would somehow have Remy and Drake cross paths in past, but that open-ended statement that she leaves in Drake's story, she doesn’t explore in Remy's story. Although she briefly mentions Remy's travels to other lairs. Although this plot shifts a little from the cause that the leopard people fight day in day out, it still shows another avenue that these creatures pursue for the betterment of the humans and leopard people alike - a path that takes through the right side of the law. Will there be a clash with this side of the leopard people with the side of those that are taking over mobs is something we have to wait and see for in Christine's future plots.
Christine Feehan spins another erotic tale filled with perils to the Leopard People in this sixth book, although she sticks to mostly solving human crimes. A good book to pick up if you want to continue the series.
Spoiler Alerts:
1) Plot Reveals:
a. Emma, Jake Bannaconni's mate is pregnant and so is Saria, Drake's mate.
2) Sub Plots:
a. One of Saria’s brothers, Mahieu, and Charisse Mercier – another female leopard – are dating per the plot in Savage Nature. Will Christine elaborate on this in one of her next books, will she have a main plot or sub-plot for Mahieu?
3) Christine also introduces a few non-leopard people as the plots proceed, but a few stand-out making me wonder if she would make them shifters in future plots
a. Susan Hindman, Senator Hindman’s daughter, is introduced in Burning Wild plot (https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...). Christine made her character as brilliant, sharp and fast-learner at a very young age. Will Christine make her a shape-shifter in a future plot is something one has to wait and see but all signs point towards that for me.
4) Christine introduces us to her future heroes of this series who are yet to be mated as of this book:
a. Joshua Tregre – I have read his story in the 10th book Leopard’s Blood. My review of the book here (https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...).
b. Jerico Masters and Evan Mitchelson - security / ranch hands all rolled into one at Jake Bannaconni’s property
c. Shilo – a female Leopard being protected by the leopard people in Borneo Forest.
d. Elijah Lospostos – Rachael’s brother whom we met in Wild Rain (My review of the book here: https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...)
e. Felipe and Leonardo Gomez Santos – brothers from Brazilian rain forests introduced in Wild Fire
f. Jeremiah Wheating – a cub shifter who accidentally joins this group in the Wild Fire plot. Will there be more to him in a future plot is something we have to wait and see from Christine.
g. Mateo – Connor’s young step-brother
h. Dr. Abel Winters and his wife Mary Winters – Leopard Doctors who help the leopard shifters when in need.
i. Remaining Boudreaux brothers – Mahieu, Dash, Gage and Lojos
j. Evangeline Tregre – Joshua’s cousin from his father’s side. We read her story in the 9th book Leopard’s Fury (My review of the book here: https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...).
5) As I read this Leopard People books and as I see more and more of the plots are getting closer to or around New Orleans Bayous, it reminded me of another of Christine Feehan's series that is set in New Orleans. One of the team from her Ghostwalker Series - Elite Air Force Pararescue Team - are also set in New Orleans Bayous. Will Christine have a cross-over plot between both the series? I hope she does. Would be interesting to see how man-made super soldiers fair with the naturally born super humans. (Christine, are you reading this? :)
Recommendation: Shape-shifting Leopards, Mobsters and Love - A weird combination right? Well, it's worth reading on those lazy days or to bring you out of any kind of dull mood.
Leopard's People is the sixth book in the Leopard People Series by Christine Feehan published in May of 2013. The plot revolves around Remy Boudreaux - oldest brother of Saria Boudreaux, a homicide detective - and Bijou Breaux - only daughter of a rich rock and roll start who has come back to the Louisiana Bayous for solace and a new way of living.
The entire Leopard People Series focuses on humans who have ability of shape-shifting to leopards. Each plot covers one couple that are destined to be mated in this lifetime just like so many lifetimes in the past. And surrounding this couple the plot expands on this species of leopard shape-shifters, their advantages as being so, their perils and how their lives move along in this 21st century. All of the plots are either set in Borneo Rain Forest - coast of South East Asia - and Louisiana in USA or eventually lead there. These leopards come from very hard and cruel lairs, but they come out on their own, find their mate, infiltrate the mobs and acquire the territories taking over them.
Remy Boudreaux, a shape-shifting leopard and a homicide detective has the biggest case at his hand - tracking down a serial killer who has come back to hunt in the Louisiana Bayous after a break of four years. His paths cross with Bijou Breaux, a famous rock and roll star who has come back to the Bayous to settle and pursue her life in Jazz instead. Remy finds Bijou as irresistible now as he had found her when she was a little child, only difference being he knows now that she is his mate and they have been mated for life time and again. Now with a serial killer lose and threats to Bijou itself how will Remy balance his life between pursuing the criminals and pursuing his mate? As for Bijou, will she accept her legacy from her father or go with the legacy from her mother and create a new one for herself?
This book sort of forms a sequel to the previous book Savage Nature (My review of the book here: https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...) continuing with some of the story points from there to here - more of an extension from that plot to this one. Naturally we get to see so many of the characters reappear. We get to see Saria Boudreaux and Drake Donovan's relationship as a husband and wife and also as Drake as the leader of the lair in New Orleans more. Drake never lets you down and as always comes out as a savage and brutal but fair leader. And surprisingly enough Remy is also of the same nature. So it made me curious to see how Christine would tackle the two alpha males in the same lair, and boy she does tackle them well. However we only see brief glimpses of Elijah Lospostos and Joshua Tregre. My thirst for knowing Elijah's story increases as I move from book to book.
Christine spins not one but three different plots of crimes in this for Remy to work on - serial killer, home invasions and stalker. It's a marvel to read how she culminates all of the three sub-plots in the end. For a while there, I felt like I was being pulled in three different ways but then as the plot proceeded all the pulls proved to be necessary. There is however one chapter that she elaborates on how Bijou's friend pulverizes rocks along the banks of the New Orleans swamps. I didn’t understand why she would have had to go so in-depth until the end. But the end in itself paled for me. For all the highs Christine takes us with the serial killer she tossed me to the reader in a rather very simple way. I couldn’t find a closure for the killer, as in what was his reason for killing. Perhaps if it was more connected with the other sub-plots may be it would have been powerful, at least for me I felt so.
I was hoping that Christine would somehow have Remy and Drake cross paths in past, but that open-ended statement that she leaves in Drake's story, she doesn’t explore in Remy's story. Although she briefly mentions Remy's travels to other lairs. Although this plot shifts a little from the cause that the leopard people fight day in day out, it still shows another avenue that these creatures pursue for the betterment of the humans and leopard people alike - a path that takes through the right side of the law. Will there be a clash with this side of the leopard people with the side of those that are taking over mobs is something we have to wait and see for in Christine's future plots.
Christine Feehan spins another erotic tale filled with perils to the Leopard People in this sixth book, although she sticks to mostly solving human crimes. A good book to pick up if you want to continue the series.
Spoiler Alerts:
1) Plot Reveals:
a. Emma, Jake Bannaconni's mate is pregnant and so is Saria, Drake's mate.
2) Sub Plots:
a. One of Saria’s brothers, Mahieu, and Charisse Mercier – another female leopard – are dating per the plot in Savage Nature. Will Christine elaborate on this in one of her next books, will she have a main plot or sub-plot for Mahieu?
3) Christine also introduces a few non-leopard people as the plots proceed, but a few stand-out making me wonder if she would make them shifters in future plots
a. Susan Hindman, Senator Hindman’s daughter, is introduced in Burning Wild plot (https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...). Christine made her character as brilliant, sharp and fast-learner at a very young age. Will Christine make her a shape-shifter in a future plot is something one has to wait and see but all signs point towards that for me.
4) Christine introduces us to her future heroes of this series who are yet to be mated as of this book:
a. Joshua Tregre – I have read his story in the 10th book Leopard’s Blood. My review of the book here (https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...).
b. Jerico Masters and Evan Mitchelson - security / ranch hands all rolled into one at Jake Bannaconni’s property
c. Shilo – a female Leopard being protected by the leopard people in Borneo Forest.
d. Elijah Lospostos – Rachael’s brother whom we met in Wild Rain (My review of the book here: https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...)
e. Felipe and Leonardo Gomez Santos – brothers from Brazilian rain forests introduced in Wild Fire
f. Jeremiah Wheating – a cub shifter who accidentally joins this group in the Wild Fire plot. Will there be more to him in a future plot is something we have to wait and see from Christine.
g. Mateo – Connor’s young step-brother
h. Dr. Abel Winters and his wife Mary Winters – Leopard Doctors who help the leopard shifters when in need.
i. Remaining Boudreaux brothers – Mahieu, Dash, Gage and Lojos
j. Evangeline Tregre – Joshua’s cousin from his father’s side. We read her story in the 9th book Leopard’s Fury (My review of the book here: https://inspirethoughts.livejournal.c...).
5) As I read this Leopard People books and as I see more and more of the plots are getting closer to or around New Orleans Bayous, it reminded me of another of Christine Feehan's series that is set in New Orleans. One of the team from her Ghostwalker Series - Elite Air Force Pararescue Team - are also set in New Orleans Bayous. Will Christine have a cross-over plot between both the series? I hope she does. Would be interesting to see how man-made super soldiers fair with the naturally born super humans. (Christine, are you reading this? :)
October 2, 2020
Finished my reread of Leopard's Prey! Love Remy and Bijou. A coming home story...
Think I, truly, enjoyed it better this go around. Reading the books closer together and having the Boudreaux upbringing fresh in my mind and how disfuntional the lair was, how tradition and structure were cast aside, power and greed jeopardized them. The atmosphere was so different especially from that of the rain forest lairs. It made me understand him much more.
Yes, now I love the ragin' cajun more! Remy's upbringing made him more predisposed to his leopard's wildness and he had a more feral response to things. I love how his intelligence and moral character kept control over the Leopard. His position in law enforcement helped with this and sated some of the urge to hunt.
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Bijou grew up suspicious of anyone having feelings for her, and, as we discover, with good reason to doubt them. Her talents, her music career gave her the chance to escape her home, while trying to get the approval she never felt in the Bayou. Now she's home, settling family legalities and having to face her past, wondering about her future.
Were the Dangers around her, the killings, from within the Bayou, New Orleans, or did it follow her home? Remy's determined to solve the murders, keep her safe from every one but him...he knows she belongs with him. Her Leopard belongs with his.
So interesting and heart touching watching these two come to understand that there was emotion, love growing between them, not just feral desire. And that it was as much a part of making them mates as their leopard instincts.
All this happening amongst greedy stalkers and a serial killer or two! Amazingly written murder mystery! Totally surprised me! Loved seeing secondary characters and how Drake and Saria are influencing the Lair. Appreciated how the "Leopards will be leopards" excuse didn't float as an excuse. And members were called to task for not having control. Love the climatic moment and twist on who saves who!
Hope we get to visit the bayou or those sent out into the world, again and read their stories, too. Would love to see the rest of the Boudreau Brothers get their HEA.
Think I, truly, enjoyed it better this go around. Reading the books closer together and having the Boudreaux upbringing fresh in my mind and how disfuntional the lair was, how tradition and structure were cast aside, power and greed jeopardized them. The atmosphere was so different especially from that of the rain forest lairs. It made me understand him much more.
Yes, now I love the ragin' cajun more! Remy's upbringing made him more predisposed to his leopard's wildness and he had a more feral response to things. I love how his intelligence and moral character kept control over the Leopard. His position in law enforcement helped with this and sated some of the urge to hunt.
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Bijou grew up suspicious of anyone having feelings for her, and, as we discover, with good reason to doubt them. Her talents, her music career gave her the chance to escape her home, while trying to get the approval she never felt in the Bayou. Now she's home, settling family legalities and having to face her past, wondering about her future.
Were the Dangers around her, the killings, from within the Bayou, New Orleans, or did it follow her home? Remy's determined to solve the murders, keep her safe from every one but him...he knows she belongs with him. Her Leopard belongs with his.
So interesting and heart touching watching these two come to understand that there was emotion, love growing between them, not just feral desire. And that it was as much a part of making them mates as their leopard instincts.
All this happening amongst greedy stalkers and a serial killer or two! Amazingly written murder mystery! Totally surprised me! Loved seeing secondary characters and how Drake and Saria are influencing the Lair. Appreciated how the "Leopards will be leopards" excuse didn't float as an excuse. And members were called to task for not having control. Love the climatic moment and twist on who saves who!
Hope we get to visit the bayou or those sent out into the world, again and read their stories, too. Would love to see the rest of the Boudreau Brothers get their HEA.
July 25, 2017
I am a bit all over the place with this review. I really liked Remy when he was being a cop and with the other characters in the book except for Bijou, and I liked her (mostly) when she was with other characters but when they were together they lost a lot of the appeal they had separately. I get that sex scenes are hot, but this series does seem to be over the top with them, and I do understand that they are leopards but you would think from time to time they would also have some tender, loving scenes instead of straight rip off the clothes and screw their brains out. That would give a romance to the book that this series lacks. It makes the relationship between the H/H's seem less developed.
I really enjoyed the mystery of trying to figure out the murderer, even if I wasn't happy with who it turned out to be. This book has a large cast of bad guys in it and keeping them lined out can be a bit distracting from time to time.
I was also confused with some of the timing of things. The heroine randomly comes across a friend in the bayou and acts like they were supposed to meet up all along and just happens to have climbing gear even though nothing had ever been mentioned about her being a climber or remotely hinted she might be into that type of activity? Some things just didn't flow well.
Overall, it was a fun read in places and a bit disjointed in others.
I really enjoyed the mystery of trying to figure out the murderer, even if I wasn't happy with who it turned out to be. This book has a large cast of bad guys in it and keeping them lined out can be a bit distracting from time to time.
I was also confused with some of the timing of things. The heroine randomly comes across a friend in the bayou and acts like they were supposed to meet up all along and just happens to have climbing gear even though nothing had ever been mentioned about her being a climber or remotely hinted she might be into that type of activity? Some things just didn't flow well.
Overall, it was a fun read in places and a bit disjointed in others.
January 30, 2016
Oh thank the gods, I am finally done with this book. This story was a complete and utter bomb for me, I cant believe this made it past the editing department.
This was beyond predictable, the amount of effort that was put into just how cold and detached the murderer was was a bit over kill and then some. It was like pulling teeth waiting for Ms. Feehan to finally tie the details together.
My second big complaint was the impractical sex scenes. Um if your jumping someone for the first time, and they are insanely sensitive and insecure in your intentions and you go immediate into the "rough" stuff, more than a few girl's first response wont be 'oh baby' but get the fuck off. Im completely unimpressed by the lack of consideration for what some girls first times can be like and how Ms. Feehan seems to believe that writing how they can all be perfectly fine with rough sex the first time around.
Point number three, as someone with Ling hair, I can say just how fucking impractical it is Bijou has hair that goes down to her butt, and yet, they can have perfect wild sex and not get caught. How she can save Arnaud in muddle water and save him from drowning under a tree but not get caught herself. How she can have a single clip in her hair and not have medusa style hair going on.
Over all this book was drivel and even the overly done sex wasnt even interesting in the end.
This was beyond predictable, the amount of effort that was put into just how cold and detached the murderer was was a bit over kill and then some. It was like pulling teeth waiting for Ms. Feehan to finally tie the details together.
My second big complaint was the impractical sex scenes. Um if your jumping someone for the first time, and they are insanely sensitive and insecure in your intentions and you go immediate into the "rough" stuff, more than a few girl's first response wont be 'oh baby' but get the fuck off. Im completely unimpressed by the lack of consideration for what some girls first times can be like and how Ms. Feehan seems to believe that writing how they can all be perfectly fine with rough sex the first time around.
Point number three, as someone with Ling hair, I can say just how fucking impractical it is Bijou has hair that goes down to her butt, and yet, they can have perfect wild sex and not get caught. How she can save Arnaud in muddle water and save him from drowning under a tree but not get caught herself. How she can have a single clip in her hair and not have medusa style hair going on.
Over all this book was drivel and even the overly done sex wasnt even interesting in the end.
May 26, 2013
While I'm a couple of books behind in Feehan's Carpathian books because they've all started to blend together, this felt fresh in comparison. I do wish I'd re-read Savage Nature prior to reading Leopard's Prey. I didn't realize that they were published two years apart, I was just like 'WERE-LEOPARDS!' *glomp* and that was that. I retained enough memory of the Leopard People series to be okay, but if you have a chance, I'd recommend having Savage Nature fresh in your mind. The previous four aren't really needed to get this one.
This one was tricksy. There's a serial killer plot and a stalker plot. and I sorta knew that, but with a wealth of suspects, The hero is excellent, a definite stand-out, but I would've liked the heroine to be a bit more of an individual. She's not a doormat, but she's definitely reactive, her actions determined by external forces rather than personal choices.
This was good, but this would be a buy only if you like the series; otherwise, library it.
This one was tricksy. There's a serial killer plot and a stalker plot. and I sorta knew that, but with a wealth of suspects, The hero is excellent, a definite stand-out, but I would've liked the heroine to be a bit more of an individual. She's not a doormat, but she's definitely reactive, her actions determined by external forces rather than personal choices.
This was good, but this would be a buy only if you like the series; otherwise, library it.
June 7, 2013
I just didn't feel the romance. Heroine was a famous rock star, who had a famous rock star father who gave her a crappy childhood, her mother died when she was very young, she was very, very beautiful and extremely rich.
Hero was a homicide detective who can turn into a leopard and is investigating a serial killer. Those scenes were gruesome. Really over the top and disgusting. Not what I want to read in a romance novel. (Had it been romantic suspense I would have been prepared for such graphic gore scenes)
And the scene where hero and heroine get together the first time, (she's a virgin) was silly. They break walls, the bed, lamps, and had really rough sex and somehow this doesn't hurt her even though she's a virgin. Then they do it all night for the rest of the night. I just didn't like it.
When I found out who the serial killer was it really made me mad.
This hero, Remy, was recommended to me as being crazy in love. I guess he was but he never said anything tender or romantic just how hot she was and how great a singer she is. Eh.
I did not like Leopard's Prey and do not recommend it.
Hero was a homicide detective who can turn into a leopard and is investigating a serial killer. Those scenes were gruesome. Really over the top and disgusting. Not what I want to read in a romance novel. (Had it been romantic suspense I would have been prepared for such graphic gore scenes)
And the scene where hero and heroine get together the first time, (she's a virgin) was silly. They break walls, the bed, lamps, and had really rough sex and somehow this doesn't hurt her even though she's a virgin. Then they do it all night for the rest of the night. I just didn't like it.
When I found out who the serial killer was it really made me mad.
This hero, Remy, was recommended to me as being crazy in love. I guess he was but he never said anything tender or romantic just how hot she was and how great a singer she is. Eh.
I did not like Leopard's Prey and do not recommend it.
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