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Wolf Lake #1
Legend
Orphaned as a child, Samantha grew up into a strong but lonely woman working on her doctorate thesis by researching the history of myths and legends. But when she uncovers an actual werewolf pack, the world of myth becomes her new reality.
173 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 28, 2012
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Jennifer Kohout
16 books77 followersA former lawyer, Washington native Jennifer Kohout is the bestselling, award-winning author of paranormal & historical romances designed to entice readers to explore the darker side of romance. Her novels Master Of Tides and Queen Of Souls have been nominated for the RITA award.
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September 16, 2014
hmm.. Where to start... I liked the story it was different. I did think the relationship between Sam and Nafarious seemed forced. I think it would have been better had he known immediately she was his mate, I thought werewolves had an instant mate sense. This did not occur, hence the feeling it was forced.
I would have liked a bit more substance to the story the plot seemed a little weak.
There was dialogue but I would have liked a bit more. There was some good sex scenes written in.
I did like the secondary characters very much, particularly Roland and Maddie.
Sam's change into becoming a werewolf was a bit odd and kinda dull.
With that being said I did like the concept of the story, I did not hate it nor did I love it. I am glad it was not a long book. I am hoping the next story in the series has more excitement, and plot to it. It was free on amazon and a 1.99 on audible so for that price it was worth the listen/read.
As for the narrator, she was a bit monotonous and sounded a robot as she read. She wasn't the worst narrator but definitely not the worst. I think she could do better with the male voices and her reading voice a little less robotic feel.
I would have liked a bit more substance to the story the plot seemed a little weak.
There was dialogue but I would have liked a bit more. There was some good sex scenes written in.
I did like the secondary characters very much, particularly Roland and Maddie.
Sam's change into becoming a werewolf was a bit odd and kinda dull.
With that being said I did like the concept of the story, I did not hate it nor did I love it. I am glad it was not a long book. I am hoping the next story in the series has more excitement, and plot to it. It was free on amazon and a 1.99 on audible so for that price it was worth the listen/read.
As for the narrator, she was a bit monotonous and sounded a robot as she read. She wasn't the worst narrator but definitely not the worst. I think she could do better with the male voices and her reading voice a little less robotic feel.
June 16, 2020
Good story
I liked this story, it moved at a good pace with good solid characters. Especially Sam, the strong female character who showed she's all that and more
I liked this story, it moved at a good pace with good solid characters. Especially Sam, the strong female character who showed she's all that and more
October 12, 2018
Got this book for Free on Amazon so that should tell you enough about what to expect from this book...
But I wanted a quick read last night and i'm trying to only read gothic/supernatural stuff this month since it's October so this seemed like a perfect fit.
It was okay, not great not horrible. I've definitely read worse books.
It's your typical isolated human with no family / brooding alpha male who always ends up being super good looking and attracted to the protagonist trope
but it had some fun elements to it.
There was one point I was very uncomfortable with which I wish there had been some tag/trigger warning for. No one reads my reviews anyways so I'm not going to get into it. But if you're that lucky someone that just so happens to stop on my review and wants to know what it is then feel free to message.
Besides that, I wouldn't read again. And I'm not going to read the sequels because they're not free and I'm cheap when it comes to crappy books.
But I wanted a quick read last night and i'm trying to only read gothic/supernatural stuff this month since it's October so this seemed like a perfect fit.
It was okay, not great not horrible. I've definitely read worse books.
It's your typical isolated human with no family / brooding alpha male who always ends up being super good looking and attracted to the protagonist trope
but it had some fun elements to it.
There was one point I was very uncomfortable with which I wish there had been some tag/trigger warning for. No one reads my reviews anyways so I'm not going to get into it. But if you're that lucky someone that just so happens to stop on my review and wants to know what it is then feel free to message.
Besides that, I wouldn't read again. And I'm not going to read the sequels because they're not free and I'm cheap when it comes to crappy books.
March 21, 2019
Trite
I knew this book was a mistake from the first chapter. Gritted it out through the first third, but life is too short for badly written books.
I knew this book was a mistake from the first chapter. Gritted it out through the first third, but life is too short for badly written books.
June 27, 2017
This is not your run-of-the-mill shifter story. In this book, shifters do NOT want anything to do with humans and protect their pack lands fiercely. Samantha researches myths and legends in an effort to prove or disprove them. When she finds an old hand drawn map showing Wolf Lake, she is excited to prove that it is just a myth also. But, that is not the way it turned out. I did like her sense of fairness and protective nature. Between pack politics, truce negotiations with a rival pack and Sam's headstrong attitude, Nefarious, the alpha, has his hands full. Can they overcome their differences and follow their feelings or will politics and the pack blow it all apart?
November 7, 2017
This book takes a woman on a journey to locate Wolf Lake, a supposedly mythical place. She is working on her literature thesis, going against her advisors advice, choosing how legends and myths came to be in literature. Sam finds more than the mythical lake, she finds that werewolves are real. She is one human that manages to live after finding the pack that make the lake their home. Very well written, the ending of book one will be the start of book 2, so plenty of cliffhangers.
October 19, 2017
This life changing adventure with Sam had me from the first page. The characters are believable and some likable, the storyline flows well. You will feel as though you stepped into her life as you read this book.
This was my first book I’ve read from this author & I completely loved it. I highly recommend this author and this book to anyone who loves paranormal.
This was my first book I’ve read from this author & I completely loved it. I highly recommend this author and this book to anyone who loves paranormal.
March 12, 2019
Sam
Always an outsider, Sam always looked for something that would give her roots. Stumbling upon a secret place full of unique people may be the best and worst thing to happen...assuming she survives. Good story. Could use some editing and a serious spell check.
Always an outsider, Sam always looked for something that would give her roots. Stumbling upon a secret place full of unique people may be the best and worst thing to happen...assuming she survives. Good story. Could use some editing and a serious spell check.
May 26, 2017
Holy hotness!
July 31, 2018
Enjoyable
Well written story that makes the reader able to place themselves in the complex patterns of pack life. Would like t o complete the legend
Well written story that makes the reader able to place themselves in the complex patterns of pack life. Would like t o complete the legend
November 15, 2018
Loved the book. To find out that some myths and legends can be true was amazing. Will be reading more from the author.
February 17, 2016
Book Review- Legend by Jennifer Kohout
In this Wolf Lake novella Samantha finds an old journal from a flea market. It contains exactly what she is looking for, a map to Wolf Lake. She is determined to check things out to add to her thesis. Her advisor doesn’t seem too supportive with the direction she is taking her research. She doesn’t let it change her mind. She is determined to find Wolf Lake.
She surprises herself when she actually finds the mystical Lake. She walks around looking to see if she can see anything that explains why she found the lake mentioned in stories about werewolves. She hasn’t found anything that really reveals information where the stories started.
Unfortunately she starts feeling like she is being watched. When a large wolf shows up in her camp she is shocked. She is surrounded and herded to where their pack lives. She is shocked at what she sees. She is suddenly thrust into a new magical world she never would have believed exists. She ends up caught in the middle of two rival packs and having nowhere to go.
I liked this book. Sam has no clue what she is walking into. Doesn’t believe a word of what the stories she has been researching say. Her shock and fear are almost tangible. I can just imagine how she looks when the wolf first comes into her camp.
The author pulls you in when she arrives at the lake and how she is being watched. Its definitely got a creepy vibe. The story takes a predicted turn of events but the story is good nonetheless. I like how Sam wins over Nafaris and the pack. She is a unique character. She doesn’t relate well to people yet she takes Maddie under her wing. Sam is very complex and lonely. Her fears of not fitting in anywhere are front and center.
The ending set the stage for the next installment. It was a great way for the author to the leave the reader wanting more. I want to see what happens next. The only thing that I didn’t really care for was the mentioned attraction and kiss between Sam and Maddie. That could have been left out in my opinion. I give this book a 3.5 out of 5.
In this Wolf Lake novella Samantha finds an old journal from a flea market. It contains exactly what she is looking for, a map to Wolf Lake. She is determined to check things out to add to her thesis. Her advisor doesn’t seem too supportive with the direction she is taking her research. She doesn’t let it change her mind. She is determined to find Wolf Lake.
She surprises herself when she actually finds the mystical Lake. She walks around looking to see if she can see anything that explains why she found the lake mentioned in stories about werewolves. She hasn’t found anything that really reveals information where the stories started.
Unfortunately she starts feeling like she is being watched. When a large wolf shows up in her camp she is shocked. She is surrounded and herded to where their pack lives. She is shocked at what she sees. She is suddenly thrust into a new magical world she never would have believed exists. She ends up caught in the middle of two rival packs and having nowhere to go.
I liked this book. Sam has no clue what she is walking into. Doesn’t believe a word of what the stories she has been researching say. Her shock and fear are almost tangible. I can just imagine how she looks when the wolf first comes into her camp.
The author pulls you in when she arrives at the lake and how she is being watched. Its definitely got a creepy vibe. The story takes a predicted turn of events but the story is good nonetheless. I like how Sam wins over Nafaris and the pack. She is a unique character. She doesn’t relate well to people yet she takes Maddie under her wing. Sam is very complex and lonely. Her fears of not fitting in anywhere are front and center.
The ending set the stage for the next installment. It was a great way for the author to the leave the reader wanting more. I want to see what happens next. The only thing that I didn’t really care for was the mentioned attraction and kiss between Sam and Maddie. That could have been left out in my opinion. I give this book a 3.5 out of 5.
May 16, 2013
Samantha is a doctorate student working on quite an interesting thesis paper about myths and legends and where they came from. She has become fascinated by the story surrounding Wolf Lake - and decides to go for a visit. What she doesn't count on is finding out that all the myths and legends are true when she runs into a pack of werewolves. Their leader Nefarious seems extremely intrigued by Sam, but his beta, Roland, thinks she needs to be disposed of.
This is very much a "back to basics" werewolf story. They live in the wild away from civilization for a reason, and they enjoy doing it as well. The tensions between Nefarious as alpha and Roland as a very strong beta were perfectly written. Sam was full of spunk and fight - willing to do whatever it took to have everything turn out her way. It was a great introduction to a new werewolf series, and I was very excited to dive right into book two.
This is very much a "back to basics" werewolf story. They live in the wild away from civilization for a reason, and they enjoy doing it as well. The tensions between Nefarious as alpha and Roland as a very strong beta were perfectly written. Sam was full of spunk and fight - willing to do whatever it took to have everything turn out her way. It was a great introduction to a new werewolf series, and I was very excited to dive right into book two.
December 1, 2012
I was quickly drawn into this novella with its strong characters, fast pacing, and intense action scenes (particularly the sex scenes). The mythological backdrop is not unlike Twilight, but Wolf Lake is far more grown-up with unapologetic sex scenes and none of the teenage angst (thankfully)!
The female lead is determined and loyal if a bit foolhardy. My kind of woman and one I relate to. Although some of the plot follows a standard romantic arc, there are a few surprises and lots of juicy hints for future books. I look forward to the next one!
This was the perfect vacation read and I can even imagine it being made into a film.
The female lead is determined and loyal if a bit foolhardy. My kind of woman and one I relate to. Although some of the plot follows a standard romantic arc, there are a few surprises and lots of juicy hints for future books. I look forward to the next one!
This was the perfect vacation read and I can even imagine it being made into a film.
May 28, 2013
Living up here in Alaska, I can imagine places that would be isolated enough to possibly hide a band or two of werewolves, but I cannot wrap my head around that happening anywhere down in the states. The weres in this story lived in caves, but had furniture and laptops. Then there was the whole, I am your prisoner, so I guess we will just go a head and have some sex to liven up the story. Oh wait, I think I have the hots for a girl werewolf too. I know there are no such things as werewolves, but I like suspending my believe for a good story. Unfortunately, I lost the believably thing, so it was kind of hard to wrap my head around the rest of the story.
October 20, 2014
I got this book for free on amazon. It is the first book in the Wolf Lake series. Sam is determined to find a pack of werewolves for her doctorate dissertation. She found a journal at a flea market with a map and sets off for the lake. She finds it and trouble too. Nafarius is the alpha of the pack. He orders Roland to bring her to their lair. Sam's notebooks are destroyed by Nafarius. He is worried that the pack will be outed. Sam is drawn to Nafarius and they begin a sexual affair. But his wolf wants her as his mate. She is human and the pack does not want her there. What is going to happen?
This book was ok. A little predictable.
This book was ok. A little predictable.
January 17, 2016
Wow this story was certainly not what I expected with a whole different side and perspective and the characters are all so different. Sam has had a hard upbringing in foster care then always the loner she doesn't pity herself she just gets on with life. She is doing her thesis on myths and legends and finds a map on Wolf Lake, she takes herself off to find it if it's there but what she encounters throws all her beliefs and emotions right out of the window. I won't do spoilers but will say you will love Sam and the Wolf pack who take her and force her to stay there while they decide whether she is a threat or not. I can't wait to find out more..........
April 28, 2013
This is such a detailed and intricate story. It almost seems possible in a way. I love how it started with the literature backdrop, and a determination to disprove the legends of werewolves. I thought it was incredibly clever, written brilliantly and such a good, varied take on a paranormal story. It was well rounded, with simmering emotions, lots of heat and a fully explained hierarchy with bonds and friendships. Lots of surprises along the way too. Very good, really worth a read if you like this genre! x
May 7, 2014
I picked this up while it was free and enjoyed it. I could feel the WA state nature from the beginning and felt the author captured that aspect quite well. I will say I was a little confused for quite a while who was going to end up the leading man, but that eventually got sorted out. Overall I enjoyed the book, could have used a bit more history and fleshing out of their world and myth. Might look into the second book, but I'm not going to be in such a big rush. While the characters were enjoyable at the moment, I would be more interested in how they react with the outside world.
May 17, 2013
Great read if you're a werewolf purist. I'm talking about liking 'em rough and tumble and living in the sticks. None of that fancy weres living in a penthouse in the city. lol. They're also VERY pack oriented. I wouldn't be surprised if the author did a bit of research on wolf pack structure. Samantha and Nefarious' relationship gets heavy pretty quickly, but it didn't seemed forced.
Great shifter read if you love a human falling for a were storyline.
Great shifter read if you love a human falling for a were storyline.
June 13, 2014
Jennifer Logout is now one of my favorite wolf series writers!
Jennifer Logout is now one of my favorite wolf series writers!
As a lover of all things wolf, ( I figure it's due to my Native American heritage) I'm drawn to the writings in the paranormal genre about werewolves. In the Edward versus Jacob debate, I always sided with Jacob, even knowing the storyline was against it. This series has got me hooked and looking forward to the next book!
Jennifer Logout is now one of my favorite wolf series writers!
As a lover of all things wolf, ( I figure it's due to my Native American heritage) I'm drawn to the writings in the paranormal genre about werewolves. In the Edward versus Jacob debate, I always sided with Jacob, even knowing the storyline was against it. This series has got me hooked and looking forward to the next book!
April 27, 2013
I liked the book as the alpha hero and human heroine fell in love and had to work out how they could be together. This book was written as though they were a monogamous couple but as soon as they can be together, out of nowhere, the heroine has lust for her friend, a woman she was protective of, and they have a make out scene together. It was incongruous in this book and ruined it for me.
October 25, 2014
Lovely read. Needs a bit of editing though.
It was a compelling story. Definitely not the normal werewolf story. I loved the characters Jennifer was able to create. I wish there had been a final edit done because there was a few words that needed to be taken out or changed which interrupted the flow of words.
It was a compelling story. Definitely not the normal werewolf story. I loved the characters Jennifer was able to create. I wish there had been a final edit done because there was a few words that needed to be taken out or changed which interrupted the flow of words.
February 3, 2015
To the Odd One Out
Great characters and story. I love how awkward the main character is. She's strong willed, independent, yet she's vulnerable. Street smart and headstrong Sam sets out to disprove her academia and myths. Her support is little to none, which is nothing new. She's placed in a difficult situation and is able to use her wit and intellect to see her through.
Great characters and story. I love how awkward the main character is. She's strong willed, independent, yet she's vulnerable. Street smart and headstrong Sam sets out to disprove her academia and myths. Her support is little to none, which is nothing new. She's placed in a difficult situation and is able to use her wit and intellect to see her through.
July 23, 2015
4.5 rating (wish they had half stars)
An adventure in hunting down legends has lead one girl in bit of a fix. Not believing and seeing something out of the ordinary is one thing but having someone tax her patience causes her temper to flair and her protective nature to come through. really good read can't wait to read book two, especially with this cliff hanger! highly recommended
An adventure in hunting down legends has lead one girl in bit of a fix. Not believing and seeing something out of the ordinary is one thing but having someone tax her patience causes her temper to flair and her protective nature to come through. really good read can't wait to read book two, especially with this cliff hanger! highly recommended
May 22, 2013
This book has some really good story and character development for a novella (it says 173 pages, but it seemed shorter). The plot seemed to move ahead a little too fast, which is a shame, as the book had the potential for a strong full length story - I enjoyed the read, but it wasn't remarkable.
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December 27, 2012Free on amazon
February 8, 2013
I liked this book. It was quirky and funny and intriguing. But it is a light fast read and has a lot of sex in it!
April 4, 2013
I enjoyed this book. I really loved that the main charactor got to join the pack. :)
April 14, 2013
Short story but good so far
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