What do you think?
Rate this book
Reflections #7
Forsaken
The power he needs to protect his friends and family is just outside of Alec Graves' reach. The dominant shape shifter pack in North America is circling like vultures and there are other, more savage opponents approaching in the distance.
Given the danger he's in, Alec doesn't have time for a broken heart, but Adri's departure has left him barely able to function. The pressures inside his pack are building to lethal levels and for the first time in his life, he's not sure he can walk the path that honor demands of him.
Walking out on Alec was the hardest thing Adri had ever done, but she didn't bargain for the long-term impacts that would be involved. She hasn't been able to get past her feelings for him yet and it's starting to impact nearly every aspect of her life.
Even more concerning, she now knows what the darkness really hides. Dangers that she thought she'd left behind in Sanctuary are stalking her again, but this time Alec's pack isn't in a position to protect her.
Publisher's Note: Readers new to the Reflections series should begin with Broken or Torn, both of which are also by Dean Murray.
Given the danger he's in, Alec doesn't have time for a broken heart, but Adri's departure has left him barely able to function. The pressures inside his pack are building to lethal levels and for the first time in his life, he's not sure he can walk the path that honor demands of him.
Walking out on Alec was the hardest thing Adri had ever done, but she didn't bargain for the long-term impacts that would be involved. She hasn't been able to get past her feelings for him yet and it's starting to impact nearly every aspect of her life.
Even more concerning, she now knows what the darkness really hides. Dangers that she thought she'd left behind in Sanctuary are stalking her again, but this time Alec's pack isn't in a position to protect her.
Publisher's Note: Readers new to the Reflections series should begin with Broken or Torn, both of which are also by Dean Murray.
250 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 10, 2012
16 people are currently reading
344 people want to read
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 16 of 16 reviews
October 15, 2019
I bought this as a seven book series.
The first book was amazing and kept me guessing.
The second book introduced more of the pack life through Alec's perspective.
That was amazing!
The short stories was average.
Then there was the that had no relevance to the rest of the series until the end. Still a great book but I was so confused.
And now this book. I've been reading other great books that I haven't been reading this book at all. Unfortunately I've just lost interest.
I hate writing negative stuff like this down but this is how I feel. Maybe one day I'll read it again, because I was enjoying it a lot at the start.
The first book was amazing and kept me guessing.
The second book introduced more of the pack life through Alec's perspective.
That was amazing!
The short stories was average.
Then there was the that had no relevance to the rest of the series until the end. Still a great book but I was so confused.
And now this book. I've been reading other great books that I haven't been reading this book at all. Unfortunately I've just lost interest.
I hate writing negative stuff like this down but this is how I feel. Maybe one day I'll read it again, because I was enjoying it a lot at the start.
March 6, 2017
Okay, okay can I just say? I absolutely love this series. The characters, the writing, the incredible atmosphere and the action that comes along with the whole package.
This is a MUST read series. All the books are really close to my heart. I love Adri & Alec so much that words aren't even enough to explain how badly I wanted them to get together again. I was holding my breath throughout the entire book waiting for THAT moment and when it did happen, oh my oh my, it was incredible.
Dean Murray's writing is beautiful and flawless. There are no awkward phrases or cringy sentences. Everything was smooth and perfect.
The twist and turns, the pack, everything was a solid yes for me.
My only complaint is that I wish the ending had more of Alec & Adri! I wanted more of them. I wanted to know what happens next.
Also, I hated that shifter girl (Tasha) who barged in the middle of the book. Girl, back off!! Alec is not yours, he is Adri's!!
Please, I recommend you get this book and the whole series. It's worth your time after you get hooked on!
This is a MUST read series. All the books are really close to my heart. I love Adri & Alec so much that words aren't even enough to explain how badly I wanted them to get together again. I was holding my breath throughout the entire book waiting for THAT moment and when it did happen, oh my oh my, it was incredible.
Dean Murray's writing is beautiful and flawless. There are no awkward phrases or cringy sentences. Everything was smooth and perfect.
The twist and turns, the pack, everything was a solid yes for me.
My only complaint is that I wish the ending had more of Alec & Adri! I wanted more of them. I wanted to know what happens next.
Also, I hated that shifter girl (Tasha) who barged in the middle of the book. Girl, back off!! Alec is not yours, he is Adri's!!
Please, I recommend you get this book and the whole series. It's worth your time after you get hooked on!
June 28, 2018
Draining
I keep telling myself not to buy the next book. I know there are 12 books. I hope they end there. I need to start saving money for when my 10 year old truck starts falling apart.
I keep telling myself not to buy the next book. I know there are 12 books. I hope they end there. I need to start saving money for when my 10 year old truck starts falling apart.
March 12, 2014
By jove, he's only gone and done it. Dean Murray has managed to get me shouting out at the book... again! I was unable to put this down and actually had to go and see the synopsis for the review of the next book to ensure that Alec and Adri had some sort of future together. That's how worried he got me with the scenes with Tasha in them.
So, backtracking then, this book is still following Alec and Adri as they try to comes to terms with the decisions and choices they have made. Alec's pack is still small and unhealthy but rapidly becoming more unhealthy due to some mysterious illness that is affecting both shapeshifter and human alike. Adri has moved to New York where her mum is making a name for herself which means that Adri is still pretty much left on her own.
We meet new and old characters in this and learn that strength isn't always physical. What some might see as a weakness can actually be the greatest strength you can possess. It's not what it is, it's how you deal with it.
This series continues to grip and deliver on the promise of a fantastic story. Once I start one of these books, I usually tend to stop eating, drinking and sleeping until I've finished it. I really can't recommend these books highly enough to every reader out there.
http://archaeolibrarianologist.blogsp...
So, backtracking then, this book is still following Alec and Adri as they try to comes to terms with the decisions and choices they have made. Alec's pack is still small and unhealthy but rapidly becoming more unhealthy due to some mysterious illness that is affecting both shapeshifter and human alike. Adri has moved to New York where her mum is making a name for herself which means that Adri is still pretty much left on her own.
We meet new and old characters in this and learn that strength isn't always physical. What some might see as a weakness can actually be the greatest strength you can possess. It's not what it is, it's how you deal with it.
This series continues to grip and deliver on the promise of a fantastic story. Once I start one of these books, I usually tend to stop eating, drinking and sleeping until I've finished it. I really can't recommend these books highly enough to every reader out there.
http://archaeolibrarianologist.blogsp...
March 22, 2017
(To be updated)
I have to write this down.
I've fallen in love with The Reflection series from the very start I stumbled into Alec and Adri's world, but I this whole journey is far much more than what I expected.
No book has ever make me feel so deep before---like a pair of hands were holding my heart and were squeezing it with all their strength.
A book gives information or tells a story.
A good book leaves impressions.
A great book moves your heart, or even change your world.
Forsaken involved a few scenes that made me couldn't stop screaming in my own head, (that includes Tasha, of course) although I know in the end everything will turn out alright, but the book got hold of all my feelings. I LOVE IT AND I HATE IT (the book).
Amazing writing and enchanting plot lines.
Don't miss this.
----------------------
Overall: 5/5
Plot: 5/5 (amazing twists)
Characters: 5/5
Engrossing: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Tempo: 5/5
I have to write this down.
I've fallen in love with The Reflection series from the very start I stumbled into Alec and Adri's world, but I this whole journey is far much more than what I expected.
No book has ever make me feel so deep before---like a pair of hands were holding my heart and were squeezing it with all their strength.
A book gives information or tells a story.
A good book leaves impressions.
A great book moves your heart, or even change your world.
Forsaken involved a few scenes that made me couldn't stop screaming in my own head, (that includes Tasha, of course) although I know in the end everything will turn out alright, but the book got hold of all my feelings. I LOVE IT AND I HATE IT (the book).
Amazing writing and enchanting plot lines.
Don't miss this.
----------------------
Overall: 5/5
Plot: 5/5 (amazing twists)
Characters: 5/5
Engrossing: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Tempo: 5/5
Read
July 16, 2016I loved this book more than the previous ones by far. There is more than one point of view throughout the book. My favorite part in the book is at the very end when Alec and Adri find eachother once again even though there was many hardships in there way. Everyones loyalties are tested during the book, even loyalties from other packs across the country. The Vampires and Werewolves come into play more in this book by causing many obstacles in the way of the pack. Now that Alec is victorious and dominant to more than he could possibly dream of he will put that power in full effect to take remove what is holding him back. Even though Alec and Adri are no longer together at the beginning and middle of this book they are still loyal to one another and care what one another thinks. So sad that the series is almost other but I will find another by Dean Murray, so I can continue to get lost in the world of the supernatural.
February 27, 2013
Dean! You amaze me as time goes by your work has evolved in such a way that I know I will be reading your books as long as you keep releasing them.
This next chapter in Alec and Adri's lives has set up an amazing opportunity to expand and develop their lives in a way that splintered couldn't. Forsaken has showed a much more dangerous adventure for the reader. I do have to agree with you that forsaken is the best of your works so far.
Please keep writing you have a fan for life.
This next chapter in Alec and Adri's lives has set up an amazing opportunity to expand and develop their lives in a way that splintered couldn't. Forsaken has showed a much more dangerous adventure for the reader. I do have to agree with you that forsaken is the best of your works so far.
Please keep writing you have a fan for life.
January 11, 2013
Another home run for Dean. I have fallen in love with the story if Alex and Adri. The challenges that they face and work through receivables depths to their characters. As they learn to live their lives separated from each other, they learn who they are and who they want to be.
Dean has created an action packed adventure that left me not wanting to work or sleep until I finished the book.
Dean has created an action packed adventure that left me not wanting to work or sleep until I finished the book.
January 15, 2014
Life in NY is better for Andri and her mom. Back in Utah things are rough, no one is allowed to mention her. Alec is propositioned my an AZ pack, he must marry the pack leaders daughter. He strings her along but just can't do it b/c he loves Andri. They find their way to each other and find that she strengthen him and they can do anything if they attempt it togethe
February 27, 2013
I did enjoy this book and liked seeing the point of views from others to, but I just wish it had more Alec and Adri. There was no way near enough of them for me, but I'm looking forward to the next as hopefully there will be loads :) romantic at heart
July 25, 2016
Def has me hooked. the book ended in a way that I could have waited to start the next one and still I could not help myself from downloading the next book. the most frustrating part is when you can see so clearly what the character needs to do and it takes them so long to get there.
February 28, 2022
So many things could come out of the dark and hurt Adri. She never realized that walking away from Alec would be so hard, but fighting her way back seems impossible too. I'm so happy they both find their way back.
Fantastic book!
Roxanne Leblanc
Fantastic book!
Roxanne Leblanc
April 20, 2013
A great epic to the series which just leaves you wanting more.
August 21, 2013
got really into this book. Some spots I was yelling at Alec saying no no no don't you dare. Glad Alec and adri were able to see each other and talk.
January 14, 2015
love the storyline
February 1, 2015
Love the story line....hate that I'm stuck waiting for the next one.....
Displaying 1 - 16 of 16 reviews