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The Alpha Territories #2
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The Vampire King is dead…
So now I’m on the run from his maniacal successor, with a critically wounded vampire prince who needs feeding and the maid who loves him at my side.
And I thought the Harvest Games were bad…
To make matters infinitely worse, I’m pretty much obsessed with the General of the Vampire Army, who—spoiler alert—has been tasked with leading the hunting party sent to kill me and my not-so-merry band of misfits. The only chance we have of getting through this mess alive is to throw ourselves at the mercy of the neighboring werewolves and hope they don’t rip us to shreds. They are the key to defeating the newly crowned “King” Edmund and saving the Vampire Kingdom from a return to the old days. Days filled with unchecked cruelty, torture, and mayhem.
It would take a little cunning and loads of audacity to even attempt to negotiate an alliance between two species that have been warring for centuries.
Luckily, I’ve got both in spades.
So now I’m on the run from his maniacal successor, with a critically wounded vampire prince who needs feeding and the maid who loves him at my side.
And I thought the Harvest Games were bad…
To make matters infinitely worse, I’m pretty much obsessed with the General of the Vampire Army, who—spoiler alert—has been tasked with leading the hunting party sent to kill me and my not-so-merry band of misfits. The only chance we have of getting through this mess alive is to throw ourselves at the mercy of the neighboring werewolves and hope they don’t rip us to shreds. They are the key to defeating the newly crowned “King” Edmund and saving the Vampire Kingdom from a return to the old days. Days filled with unchecked cruelty, torture, and mayhem.
It would take a little cunning and loads of audacity to even attempt to negotiate an alliance between two species that have been warring for centuries.
Luckily, I’ve got both in spades.
320 pages, Paperback
First published February 27, 2023
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About the author
Shannon Mayer
161 books7,257 followersA long time ago, in a galaxy far away, I was born into a family of Star Wars nuts. I have a lot of siblings (somewhere I lost count but I think there was more than could be numbered on one hand) and being one of the young padawans I was subjected to Star Wars marathons, on a regular basis. If you've read any of my books you'll see there is often a reference to said movies as a small homage to my upbringing. May the force be with you and all that jazz.
I started writing when I realized I didn't want to grow up not believing in magic, or not believing in creatures everyone else said didn't exist. That being said, I have never seen a fairy, unicorn or dragon. I had a neighbour who swore they fed the leprechauns in their garden, but I never caught the little buggers no matter how long I lay in wait. (And consequently had to help the neighbours plant new flowers to replace those I killed waiting for the leprechauns to show their faces.)
Along the way, I found my husband who is the rock that keeps me from floating away into my dreams, and we have a little boy who is the centre of our world. Living on a farm keeps us busy (as if the writing wasn't enough) and I have more than my share of stories about wrestling with cows, helping birth calves and ending up in the creek during the process, falling in the mud (we'll call it mud but we all know that on a farm, mud is rarely mud) and chasing escaped livestock in the hopes the four legged convicts don't make it to the highway.
I've taken up archery, and the goal is to move into horseback archery in time (you know, when I can hit the target on a consistent basis) and when no one is looking, I love to bake (this doesn't happen often as it's hard to keep the sweet treats in stock with two boys in the house.)
As to what's coming next for me? More stories (since those never stop inside my head, I might as well share them with all of you!) and more adventures. Pretty much, when the fancy strikes, I'll jump on it. Leap before you look I'm sure that motto was created for me.
Or was that . . . think big and dream bigger, ready, set, pull the trigger . . . yeah. That one is a good one too. But only if you have a gun. And are hunting elephants. Which is not cool because of so many reasons. Let's stick with the first one with an addendum.
Leap before you look and let your dreams carry you on their wings. And that, my friends, is me in a nutshell.
I started writing when I realized I didn't want to grow up not believing in magic, or not believing in creatures everyone else said didn't exist. That being said, I have never seen a fairy, unicorn or dragon. I had a neighbour who swore they fed the leprechauns in their garden, but I never caught the little buggers no matter how long I lay in wait. (And consequently had to help the neighbours plant new flowers to replace those I killed waiting for the leprechauns to show their faces.)
Along the way, I found my husband who is the rock that keeps me from floating away into my dreams, and we have a little boy who is the centre of our world. Living on a farm keeps us busy (as if the writing wasn't enough) and I have more than my share of stories about wrestling with cows, helping birth calves and ending up in the creek during the process, falling in the mud (we'll call it mud but we all know that on a farm, mud is rarely mud) and chasing escaped livestock in the hopes the four legged convicts don't make it to the highway.
I've taken up archery, and the goal is to move into horseback archery in time (you know, when I can hit the target on a consistent basis) and when no one is looking, I love to bake (this doesn't happen often as it's hard to keep the sweet treats in stock with two boys in the house.)
As to what's coming next for me? More stories (since those never stop inside my head, I might as well share them with all of you!) and more adventures. Pretty much, when the fancy strikes, I'll jump on it. Leap before you look I'm sure that motto was created for me.
Or was that . . . think big and dream bigger, ready, set, pull the trigger . . . yeah. That one is a good one too. But only if you have a gun. And are hunting elephants. Which is not cool because of so many reasons. Let's stick with the first one with an addendum.
Leap before you look and let your dreams carry you on their wings. And that, my friends, is me in a nutshell.
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March 21, 2023
This book was still good, and I read it super fast, but there are a few questions that I really need answers for at this point. I wish we knew a bit more about what Sienna's life in the human world was like, who Jordan is to her, what happened in her early life that was so traumatic, etc. Her life keeps being referenced but we have gotten zero explanation (was she a stripper? did her parents die in some accident? Jordan and her lived together place to place?). Also, I was confused whether Jordan is supposed to be her best friend around her age or like a little brother figure because he seemed to act and be treated like a 5-year-old and they kept calling him "the boy," but then Dominic was super jealous when Sienna kissed his cheek?
I still love Dominic, Will, the Duchess, and Lochlin. Bee was kinda a bee (bitch) in this book, and I don't really like her anymore. Green is not a cute color on you, Bee. Diana was an interesting character--I haven't made up my mind about her. I was not surprised at all about the betrayer; that betrayal was obviously coming. I was annoyed throughout their entire plot planning meetings because their plan was obviously not going to work, and as the reader, it was frustrating to read long paragraphs of plotting a stupid plan.
I'm a little annoyed that we are 2 books into this series and still not any closer to finding out what Sienna is or what exactly the extent of her powers are. The Duchess said in the 1st book that she knew what Sienna is, so why don't they just ask her for answers instead of going through this charade with the oracle? Also, are we ever going to learn Sienna's real name? I'm just getting impatient and we need some answers before the author starts opening up more questions.
I will continue this series because I really like the world and the main couple, but I need some answers to things that have been danced around throughout books 1 and 2. I'm worried that the author has forgotten some of the plot points or background that she referenced early on that she has yet to answer/elaborate on.
I still love Dominic, Will, the Duchess, and Lochlin. Bee was kinda a bee (bitch) in this book, and I don't really like her anymore. Green is not a cute color on you, Bee. Diana was an interesting character--I haven't made up my mind about her. I was not surprised at all about the betrayer; that betrayal was obviously coming. I was annoyed throughout their entire plot planning meetings because their plan was obviously not going to work, and as the reader, it was frustrating to read long paragraphs of plotting a stupid plan.
I'm a little annoyed that we are 2 books into this series and still not any closer to finding out what Sienna is or what exactly the extent of her powers are. The Duchess said in the 1st book that she knew what Sienna is, so why don't they just ask her for answers instead of going through this charade with the oracle? Also, are we ever going to learn Sienna's real name? I'm just getting impatient and we need some answers before the author starts opening up more questions.
I will continue this series because I really like the world and the main couple, but I need some answers to things that have been danced around throughout books 1 and 2. I'm worried that the author has forgotten some of the plot points or background that she referenced early on that she has yet to answer/elaborate on.
February 28, 2023
I was even more hooked on book 2 than I was book 1! Absolutely obsessed. It’s a great plot with fast pacing and the perfect amount of spice 😍
Dying for book 3 already!
Dying for book 3 already!
July 27, 2023
Sienna was pushing my buttons through some of this read. Not gonna lie. The constant state of not knowing what she is, is also an issue for me. I mean by book 2 we should have answers. We do not.
That being said….it was a good read with excitement and some heart break. With an ending leaving me wondering how the series will wrap up.
On to book 3
Happy reading,
DD 🥂
That being said….it was a good read with excitement and some heart break. With an ending leaving me wondering how the series will wrap up.
On to book 3
Happy reading,
DD 🥂
March 4, 2023
Ok, so I thought book one was OK. It gave a good background on Sienna, how she got to the vamp lands, what her purpose was, and an intro to her weird powers and connection to The General. We got a good insight into Dominic’s motivations and duty, his reasoning behind steering clear of Sienna, and his love for his country and brother.
Skip to book two. There’s a weird opening “prologue” that vaguely connects to one phrase the Duchess uses in book one, but from there, things go off the rails. Sienna and Dominic really don’t have much interaction in book 1, so there is a bunch of misunderstanding/miscommunication and very little talking between the two characters. As the book progresses, there is this unspoken devotion and love that is supposed to have developed between Sienna and Dominic that is just not believable, seeing as they spend most of the two books apart and never talking to each other.
There is also a bunch of unexplained “knowledge?” about Siennas powers and her purpose, but again, there is little foreshadowing to tie these discoveries to, making things feel disjointed and contrived.
The relationship between Sienna and Jordan (who apparently got kicked in the head by a horse or something equivalent?) and Bee (who is best friends with Sienna after being her maid but then wants nothing to do with her?) are very confusing and hot/cold.
Overall, I think the author didn’t know where to take the book after the first one, and doesn’t have a clear idea of where the story is going.
DNF at 87% after ANOTHER unexplained “plot twist” is thrown in. I don’t plan to read the next book in the series.
Skip to book two. There’s a weird opening “prologue” that vaguely connects to one phrase the Duchess uses in book one, but from there, things go off the rails. Sienna and Dominic really don’t have much interaction in book 1, so there is a bunch of misunderstanding/miscommunication and very little talking between the two characters. As the book progresses, there is this unspoken devotion and love that is supposed to have developed between Sienna and Dominic that is just not believable, seeing as they spend most of the two books apart and never talking to each other.
There is also a bunch of unexplained “knowledge?” about Siennas powers and her purpose, but again, there is little foreshadowing to tie these discoveries to, making things feel disjointed and contrived.
The relationship between Sienna and Jordan (who apparently got kicked in the head by a horse or something equivalent?) and Bee (who is best friends with Sienna after being her maid but then wants nothing to do with her?) are very confusing and hot/cold.
Overall, I think the author didn’t know where to take the book after the first one, and doesn’t have a clear idea of where the story is going.
DNF at 87% after ANOTHER unexplained “plot twist” is thrown in. I don’t plan to read the next book in the series.
February 23, 2023
I know we’re always talking about our book boyfriends, but you ever get hooked on an amazing leading lady? I certainly have a decent list of my favorites and I’m absolutely adding Sienna to it! @ Alpha Territories series sucked me in with the first chapter and I’ve been clamoring for more ever since!
Hunted By Fate is book two and we pick up right where we left off … knee deep in snow and a giant pile of trouble! Sienna is on the run with one wounded vampire in tow, a murderous vampire on her heels, and the vampire who stole her heart stuck with the enemy.
So where does she turn? To the werewolves! And if she doesn’t have enough to juggle, she’s still trying to track down her brother while uncovering some truths about herself. Certainly no shortage of stuff on her plate and in spite of it all, Sienna is fierce, witty, compassionate, smart, and loyal. See, definite top leading lady material!!
But let’s not forget about our favorite vamp, Dominic, aka The General. He’s in an impossible position between family and the woman he’s not supposed to care for. Some of my favorite scenes were of him and Sienna, especially because we finally got some awesome steam in this book!
There was no shortage of intriguing revelations in this book, which adds more to my list of questions. But that ending … let the countdown to book three begin 😏
Hunted By Fate is book two and we pick up right where we left off … knee deep in snow and a giant pile of trouble! Sienna is on the run with one wounded vampire in tow, a murderous vampire on her heels, and the vampire who stole her heart stuck with the enemy.
So where does she turn? To the werewolves! And if she doesn’t have enough to juggle, she’s still trying to track down her brother while uncovering some truths about herself. Certainly no shortage of stuff on her plate and in spite of it all, Sienna is fierce, witty, compassionate, smart, and loyal. See, definite top leading lady material!!
But let’s not forget about our favorite vamp, Dominic, aka The General. He’s in an impossible position between family and the woman he’s not supposed to care for. Some of my favorite scenes were of him and Sienna, especially because we finally got some awesome steam in this book!
There was no shortage of intriguing revelations in this book, which adds more to my list of questions. But that ending … let the countdown to book three begin 😏
December 14, 2025
What a second installment
I'm absolutely loving this series!
So much more to the story has been uncovered in this book.
Secrets are divulged, plans have been made... but just who and what is Sienna!
It's left on a cliffhanger and I'm so eager to jump right into the next installment!
This book isn't a standalone, and continues on nicely from the previous book.
I love that we learnt more about the werewolves in the book. Alliances have been formed and wheels are set in motion... or are they! Not everything is as it seems.
This book has spicy, steamy scenes,the connection between Dominic and Sienna is magnetic!
I can't wait for more! As I need to know whether she will be by his side or are they destined to be apart.
Oh and not forgetting a mention to Will the future Vampire King and Bee. I adore those two. I just wish he could see how much Bee loves him!
If you love romantasy books that feature Vamps and werewolves, full of suspense, secrets, a sizzling chemistry, then give this series a try!
I'm absolutely loving this series!
So much more to the story has been uncovered in this book.
Secrets are divulged, plans have been made... but just who and what is Sienna!
It's left on a cliffhanger and I'm so eager to jump right into the next installment!
This book isn't a standalone, and continues on nicely from the previous book.
I love that we learnt more about the werewolves in the book. Alliances have been formed and wheels are set in motion... or are they! Not everything is as it seems.
This book has spicy, steamy scenes,the connection between Dominic and Sienna is magnetic!
I can't wait for more! As I need to know whether she will be by his side or are they destined to be apart.
Oh and not forgetting a mention to Will the future Vampire King and Bee. I adore those two. I just wish he could see how much Bee loves him!
If you love romantasy books that feature Vamps and werewolves, full of suspense, secrets, a sizzling chemistry, then give this series a try!
September 2, 2023
(3.5) Took me way longer to read this book Icl and I really enjoyed the first 200 pages so this was anywhere between 3/4 stars for me. I did not enjoy this book as much as the first I feel like this book took a more of an informal/watt pad feel at some parts which I didn’t get in the first book. However I did still enjoy this book so I’m unsure whether to give it 4 stars or stick with 3. The reason it look me so long to read was because of the description of what Edmund did to the maid Dominic walked in on kinda didn’t put a good image in my head so I took a break but that’s just a warning for anyone and it was the only thing that made me actually uncomfortable.
Spoilers here
The friendship between Sienna and Bee was a tad annoying but well written if that makes sense? Like I enjoyed reading it I just got frustrated at how jealous Bee got over Sienna and they kept falling out. I love Diana I think she is a queen (get the joke ehehe). I really liked the last line in the book too so I will be reading the next one.
Past the 200 page mark I can’t lie I was cringing. Out of all the pet names he could have gave her he chose Starshine? Nah I couldn’t anytime he said it but that’s probably just a preference. We did get smut scenes but it just felt like stress relief sex and not love after claiming they love each other secretly. Then even the time they said she felt loved afterwards we didn’t get detail 👹👹.
Another thing I didn’t enjoy about the book after the 200 page mark was how when we was talking to Will and had to announce the fact she is his? Miss sir your brother don’t want her calm down please.
Spoilers here
The friendship between Sienna and Bee was a tad annoying but well written if that makes sense? Like I enjoyed reading it I just got frustrated at how jealous Bee got over Sienna and they kept falling out. I love Diana I think she is a queen (get the joke ehehe). I really liked the last line in the book too so I will be reading the next one.
Past the 200 page mark I can’t lie I was cringing. Out of all the pet names he could have gave her he chose Starshine? Nah I couldn’t anytime he said it but that’s probably just a preference. We did get smut scenes but it just felt like stress relief sex and not love after claiming they love each other secretly. Then even the time they said she felt loved afterwards we didn’t get detail 👹👹.
Another thing I didn’t enjoy about the book after the 200 page mark was how when we was talking to Will and had to announce the fact she is his? Miss sir your brother don’t want her calm down please.
August 7, 2023
Lost me at Starshine.
May 3, 2024
Note finale : 3,75⭐️ 3,5🌶️
"Aujourd'hui, en cet instant, il n'est rien que nous puissions faire. Rien d'autre que d'apprécier le fait d'être en vie. Et à l'abri."
J'ai lu le deuxième tome de la saga Les Territoires d'Alpha de Shannon Mayer qui est sorti le 18 avril en français chez les éditions Roncière. (18+)
✨ à lire si tu aimes :
*romantasy adulte spicy avec un langage cru/familier
*enemies to lovers
*intrigues politiques
*touche la je te tu3
*récit à la 1ère personne et double POV
attention aux avertissements de contenus : violence, sang, meurtres, scènes de sexe explicites
lu dans le cadre d'une collaboration commerciale
✨ Pour les personnes n'ayant pas lu le tome 1, voici un résumé sans spoiler :
Dans un monde où les humains sont à la merci des créatures surnaturelles, Sienna prend le risque d'être capturée afin de retrouver un ami qu'elle considère comme son frère, disparu dans le territoire des loups. Cependant, sa quête prend un virage inattendu lorsqu'elle se retrouve acquise par un Général Vampire, entraînée malgré elle dans une compétition cruciale pour conquérir sa liberté et assurer sa survie. Entre enjeux compétitifs, séduction et manigances politiques, Sienna devra déployer toute sa ruse pour survivre et retrouver son ami dans ce monde dangereux..
L'HISTOIRE
La fin du tome 1 annonçait déjà la couleur pour la suite et je suis satisfaite du tournant qu’a pris l’histoire dans ce deuxième tome. Les intrigues politiques étaient omniprésentes, ce qui a renforcé mon envie de poursuivre ma lecture. Les rebondissements étaient intéressants et j’ai trouvé que, dans l’ensemble, les intrigues étaient bien amenées et bien construites. Quelques résolutions étaient un peu simples à mon goût et j’aurais aimé que certaines scènes soient plus détaillées pour être plus surprise par les dénouements.
J’ai beaucoup aimé que l’autrice parle de réchauffement climatique à quelques passages et du danger que cela provoque sur certaines espèces.
L'UNIVERS
L’univers est toujours aussi facile à comprendre et c’est agréable. Malgré tout, quelques questions sont restées en suspens à la fin de ma lecture, et j'espère sincèrement qu'elles trouveront leurs réponses dans la suite de la série !
LES PERSONNAGES
Sienna reste de loin mon personnage favori de la saga (pour le moment). J'apprécie énormément son caractère, sa franchise et sa personnalité bien affirmée. Elle reste concentrée sur ses objectifs et ne recule devant rien pour les atteindre, même si cela lui demande des sacrifices. Ses réactions et ses pensées me font souvent sourire. Le mystère l’entourant reste intrigant.
Dominic est toujours fidèle à lui-même, son côté machiste est dénoncé et est remis en question par Sienna.
En revanche, le personnage de Bee m’a assez déçue et je n’ai pas réussie à m’attacher à elle, la trouvant trop immature et agaçante.
Les nouveaux personnages introduits étaient intrigants et j'ai vraiment hâte d'en apprendre davantage sur eux dans la suite de la saga ! Certains d'entre eux ont ajouté une touche de légèreté au récit et m'ont souvent fait rire. C’était agréable de voir de nouvelles alliances et affinités se formées.
LE STYLE/RYTHME
Je ne me suis pas ennuyée pendant ma lecture grâce au rythme très dynamique. Le style est plutôt cru, avec des expressions familières qui m'ont parfois déconcertée, car on passait souvent du vouvoiement au langage familier qui colle au côté urban fantasy du récit.
LA ROMANCE
La romance est un peu plus présente dans ce tome avec plus de rapprochements, j’ai hâte de voir l’évolution “amoureuse” de leur relation dans le troisième tome !
EN BREF
Dans l'ensemble, c'est un deuxième tome très addictif qui me donne clairement envie de lire la suite et de connaître le fin mot de l'histoire entre Sienna et Dominic (la suite est sur d'autres personnages).
"Aujourd'hui, en cet instant, il n'est rien que nous puissions faire. Rien d'autre que d'apprécier le fait d'être en vie. Et à l'abri."
J'ai lu le deuxième tome de la saga Les Territoires d'Alpha de Shannon Mayer qui est sorti le 18 avril en français chez les éditions Roncière. (18+)
✨ à lire si tu aimes :
*romantasy adulte spicy avec un langage cru/familier
*enemies to lovers
*intrigues politiques
*touche la je te tu3
*récit à la 1ère personne et double POV
attention aux avertissements de contenus : violence, sang, meurtres, scènes de sexe explicites
lu dans le cadre d'une collaboration commerciale
✨ Pour les personnes n'ayant pas lu le tome 1, voici un résumé sans spoiler :
Dans un monde où les humains sont à la merci des créatures surnaturelles, Sienna prend le risque d'être capturée afin de retrouver un ami qu'elle considère comme son frère, disparu dans le territoire des loups. Cependant, sa quête prend un virage inattendu lorsqu'elle se retrouve acquise par un Général Vampire, entraînée malgré elle dans une compétition cruciale pour conquérir sa liberté et assurer sa survie. Entre enjeux compétitifs, séduction et manigances politiques, Sienna devra déployer toute sa ruse pour survivre et retrouver son ami dans ce monde dangereux..
L'HISTOIRE
La fin du tome 1 annonçait déjà la couleur pour la suite et je suis satisfaite du tournant qu’a pris l’histoire dans ce deuxième tome. Les intrigues politiques étaient omniprésentes, ce qui a renforcé mon envie de poursuivre ma lecture. Les rebondissements étaient intéressants et j’ai trouvé que, dans l’ensemble, les intrigues étaient bien amenées et bien construites. Quelques résolutions étaient un peu simples à mon goût et j’aurais aimé que certaines scènes soient plus détaillées pour être plus surprise par les dénouements.
J’ai beaucoup aimé que l’autrice parle de réchauffement climatique à quelques passages et du danger que cela provoque sur certaines espèces.
L'UNIVERS
L’univers est toujours aussi facile à comprendre et c’est agréable. Malgré tout, quelques questions sont restées en suspens à la fin de ma lecture, et j'espère sincèrement qu'elles trouveront leurs réponses dans la suite de la série !
LES PERSONNAGES
Sienna reste de loin mon personnage favori de la saga (pour le moment). J'apprécie énormément son caractère, sa franchise et sa personnalité bien affirmée. Elle reste concentrée sur ses objectifs et ne recule devant rien pour les atteindre, même si cela lui demande des sacrifices. Ses réactions et ses pensées me font souvent sourire. Le mystère l’entourant reste intrigant.
Dominic est toujours fidèle à lui-même, son côté machiste est dénoncé et est remis en question par Sienna.
En revanche, le personnage de Bee m’a assez déçue et je n’ai pas réussie à m’attacher à elle, la trouvant trop immature et agaçante.
Les nouveaux personnages introduits étaient intrigants et j'ai vraiment hâte d'en apprendre davantage sur eux dans la suite de la saga ! Certains d'entre eux ont ajouté une touche de légèreté au récit et m'ont souvent fait rire. C’était agréable de voir de nouvelles alliances et affinités se formées.
LE STYLE/RYTHME
Je ne me suis pas ennuyée pendant ma lecture grâce au rythme très dynamique. Le style est plutôt cru, avec des expressions familières qui m'ont parfois déconcertée, car on passait souvent du vouvoiement au langage familier qui colle au côté urban fantasy du récit.
LA ROMANCE
La romance est un peu plus présente dans ce tome avec plus de rapprochements, j’ai hâte de voir l’évolution “amoureuse” de leur relation dans le troisième tome !
EN BREF
Dans l'ensemble, c'est un deuxième tome très addictif qui me donne clairement envie de lire la suite et de connaître le fin mot de l'histoire entre Sienna et Dominic (la suite est sur d'autres personnages).
July 8, 2023
I loved the first book but the 2nd one left me disappointed. I felt rush. It needed proofreading- there were several errors. There are inconsistencies with the first novel. In the first novel, Sienna found Scarlet going through the General’s room and it doesn’t come up at all in the 2nd book, as if it never happened and Sienna is completely surprised by her betrayal. Also, the 2nd book started calling her brother exclusively her friend, even in her private thoughts. I liked the spicy scenes but when it got to a tender loving scene with them she just says they had tender sex and drifted into each others arms. Not even a real fade to black scene. It was odd and felt like an unfinished chapter. The plot was rushed. I wish the author had taken more time with this one.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 21, 2024
Traquée par le destin ❤️🔥
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Si vous avez lu mon avis sur le premier tome vous savez que 𝐜𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐚 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐞𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐞̀𝐬 𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐞́𝐛𝐮𝐭. C’était un plaisir de retrouver cet univers et tous ces personnages qui sont, chacun à leur manière, encore plus attachants.
J’ai trouvé ce deuxième tome bien différent du premier, alors que le premier était assez « introductif » ici dans ce nouveau Territoire les actions s’enchaînent et le slow burn commence à faire place à une jolie mais frustrante 𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞 𝐝𝐞 𝐥’𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐭.
Les personnages sont fidèles à eux mêmes, Sienna est toujours aussi direct mais son cœur s’est ouvert à d’autres personnes et c’est une chose qui ne la rend pas faible au contraire. Dom quant à lui est droit dans ses bottes, il sait ce qu’il veut même si je l’ai trouvé un peu en retrait à cause des événements. Sa possessivité m’a bien fait glousser mais sa bienveillance est encore plus intense donc on ne peut que craquer pour lui.
L’intrigue est bien menée, nous avons divers détails et rebondissements qui enrichissent le récit donc si vous pensez que vous allez vous ennuyez ça ne sera pas du tout le cas. En plus d’être 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 cette romantasy est un vrai 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫.
J’ai déjà très hâte de lire le troisième tome qui clôturera l’histoire entre Sienna et Dom 🥺 mais la saga continuera avec de nouveaux personnages principaux!
Faites attention aux tw et n’oubliez pas que cette saga est destinée à un public majeur et averti.
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« 𝐣𝐞 𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐬 𝐥𝐮𝐢 𝐝𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐣’𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐪𝐮’𝐢𝐥 𝐧’𝐞́𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐬 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐣𝐞 𝐦’𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞. 𝐐𝐮𝐞 𝐣’𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐬 𝐥’𝐞𝐧𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬. »
Si vous avez lu mon avis sur le premier tome vous savez que 𝐜𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐚 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐞𝐮𝐫 𝐝𝐞̀𝐬 𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐞́𝐛𝐮𝐭. C’était un plaisir de retrouver cet univers et tous ces personnages qui sont, chacun à leur manière, encore plus attachants.
J’ai trouvé ce deuxième tome bien différent du premier, alors que le premier était assez « introductif » ici dans ce nouveau Territoire les actions s’enchaînent et le slow burn commence à faire place à une jolie mais frustrante 𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐞 𝐝𝐞 𝐥’𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐭.
Les personnages sont fidèles à eux mêmes, Sienna est toujours aussi direct mais son cœur s’est ouvert à d’autres personnes et c’est une chose qui ne la rend pas faible au contraire. Dom quant à lui est droit dans ses bottes, il sait ce qu’il veut même si je l’ai trouvé un peu en retrait à cause des événements. Sa possessivité m’a bien fait glousser mais sa bienveillance est encore plus intense donc on ne peut que craquer pour lui.
L’intrigue est bien menée, nous avons divers détails et rebondissements qui enrichissent le récit donc si vous pensez que vous allez vous ennuyez ça ne sera pas du tout le cas. En plus d’être 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 cette romantasy est un vrai 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫.
J’ai déjà très hâte de lire le troisième tome qui clôturera l’histoire entre Sienna et Dom 🥺 mais la saga continuera avec de nouveaux personnages principaux!
Faites attention aux tw et n’oubliez pas que cette saga est destinée à un public majeur et averti.
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April 17, 2023
4 ⭐️
You know, I love when books start off mediocre and just keeps getting better. Therefore I need the final book to be EPIC. the plot is just 👩🏽🍳💋 it took the plot from the first book and just elevated it 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Did I want to punch Bee at some points? Absolutely 👍🏽 and were there some places I wanted more description or to dive into more detail? Absolutely 👍🏽 but this story had me hooked from beginning to end and Im JONESING for the conclusion in book 3
You know, I love when books start off mediocre and just keeps getting better. Therefore I need the final book to be EPIC. the plot is just 👩🏽🍳💋 it took the plot from the first book and just elevated it 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Did I want to punch Bee at some points? Absolutely 👍🏽 and were there some places I wanted more description or to dive into more detail? Absolutely 👍🏽 but this story had me hooked from beginning to end and Im JONESING for the conclusion in book 3
May 24, 2024
J’avais particulièrement aimé le premier tome et je n’ai pas pu m’empêcher de lire la suite. Surtout que la fin du tome 1 se terminait sur un cliffhanger qui donnait clairement envie de savoir ce qui allait arriver à Sienna, Will et Bee.
Pour tout dire, si j’ai apprécié cette suite, je l’ai trouvé moins percutante que le premier tome. J’ai été intriguée par l’histoire de la Duchesse et de ce bébé à moitié humain qu’elle remet au roi Lycan. Je me demandais qui il pouvait bien être. Bon, on le découvre assez vite finalement et c’est un peu décevant, mais… les mystères entourant Sienna se multiplient. Notre héroïne possède des pouvoirs particuliers et personne ne sait ce qu’elle est vraiment.
Sa relation avec Dominic est… ce qu’elle est. J’admets que leur romance ne me fait ni chaud ni froid. Elle est sympa, mais tellement convenue à mes yeux. Je suis bien plus curieuse concernant Will et Bee par exemple.
Quoi qu’il en soit, j’ai trouvé ce deuxième volume pas mal. Il se lit vite, on a notre lot de rebondissements, d’action et de scènes torrides, sans qu’il y en ait trop non plus. Je serai là pour la suite et j’espère qu’on en saura plus sur Sienna.
Traquée par le destin est une bonne lecture de romance imaginaire avec une intrigue prenante malgré un développement que je trouve assez aléatoire.
Pour tout dire, si j’ai apprécié cette suite, je l’ai trouvé moins percutante que le premier tome. J’ai été intriguée par l’histoire de la Duchesse et de ce bébé à moitié humain qu’elle remet au roi Lycan. Je me demandais qui il pouvait bien être. Bon, on le découvre assez vite finalement et c’est un peu décevant, mais… les mystères entourant Sienna se multiplient. Notre héroïne possède des pouvoirs particuliers et personne ne sait ce qu’elle est vraiment.
Sa relation avec Dominic est… ce qu’elle est. J’admets que leur romance ne me fait ni chaud ni froid. Elle est sympa, mais tellement convenue à mes yeux. Je suis bien plus curieuse concernant Will et Bee par exemple.
Quoi qu’il en soit, j’ai trouvé ce deuxième volume pas mal. Il se lit vite, on a notre lot de rebondissements, d’action et de scènes torrides, sans qu’il y en ait trop non plus. Je serai là pour la suite et j’espère qu’on en saura plus sur Sienna.
Traquée par le destin est une bonne lecture de romance imaginaire avec une intrigue prenante malgré un développement que je trouve assez aléatoire.
May 16, 2023
Lots if interesting developments. Love the characters! I can't wait to see where Shannon Mayer takes us in the next book!
May 21, 2023
Another nail-biting entry into this series. I waited until the third book was closer to release so it would be fresher in my mind. I'm so glad I did this. Full of intrigue, suspense, betrayal, and heartbreak, this was a thrilling story and I cannot wait for certain people to get their comeuppance. Recommended!
June 9, 2023
2.5 stars. I wish there was more depth ig ??? Idk it could be so much better
March 7, 2023
Thought it was okay but book one was far better imo. Dominic and Sienna spend very little time actually getting to know each other and their bond isn't really explained, they both just kind of accept that the other is it.
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What didn't sit right with me though was Siennas relationship with Jordan. Her WHOLE reason she came to the territories was him and she says he is her family....he agrees in words only. Jordan doesn't seem that happy she came to see him. It seems like all he really cares about is his "new" family of kidnappers and Sienna is completely irrelevant to him. Like he missed the alarm and slept through the first meeting he could have had with her alone AFTER they both were captured and he didn't see his supposed family member for months??? Jordan for me just doesn't work as Siennas motivation and that's a problem, because he is her only one.
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And then he is killed off, because no one paid attention to him wanting to be a hero and we are supposed to believe Sienna is experiencing next level grief...ya I don't know about this.
Spoilerwarning
What didn't sit right with me though was Siennas relationship with Jordan. Her WHOLE reason she came to the territories was him and she says he is her family....he agrees in words only. Jordan doesn't seem that happy she came to see him. It seems like all he really cares about is his "new" family of kidnappers and Sienna is completely irrelevant to him. Like he missed the alarm and slept through the first meeting he could have had with her alone AFTER they both were captured and he didn't see his supposed family member for months??? Jordan for me just doesn't work as Siennas motivation and that's a problem, because he is her only one.
"BIG Spoiler"
And then he is killed off, because no one paid attention to him wanting to be a hero and we are supposed to believe Sienna is experiencing next level grief...ya I don't know about this.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 2, 2024
This got recommended by a few people on Bookstagram. I have really enjoyed this series so far! I read the first three books rather quickly in tandem. The premise was somewhat unique, and I liked the book was well rounded. The world building, plot, and character development were there. The side characters were quirky and added to the story. The chemistry is there between the two main characters. Overall, a really enjoyable series and I cannot wait to see where it goes next.
March 26, 2023
I technically didn’t finish this. I got 80% through then skimmed another 10% and I just don’t care for where the story is going. If the world building was better maybe I’d care, but I’m not digging this chosen one/fate thing.
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May 24, 2024Lost interest 20%
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February 4, 2025Nemesi - per RFS
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Se doveva morire bruciata,
allora sarebbe morta fra le fiamme di Lycan.
Ciao Fenici, dopo tanta attesa possiamo leggere il secondo volume della serie The alpha Territories, Hunted by Fate.
Vi ricordate come ci eravamo lasciati? Se come me, visto il lasso di tempo non ne avete la più pallida idea, vi ragguaglio. Dopo la morte di Re Starling, Sienna fugge a cavallo all’insaputa di Dominic, aiutata dalla duchessa Evangeline, insieme a lei vi sono il principe Will in fin di vita, colpito dai vermi del sangue, e la sua fidata cameriera Bee.
Il capitolo della serie che stiamo affrontando ora è totalmente stravolto rispetto al precedente, che si concentrava su sfide e giochi alla The Selection nella corte dei vampiri. La fuga di Sienna ci porta a scoprire un nuovo territorio, quello dei licantropi, guidati da una regina severa ma giusta: Diana (il personaggio che mi è piaciuto maggiormente). Sienna e i suoi compagni troveranno asilo e insieme all’aiuto dei lupi, ideeranno un piano per sgominare Edmund, nuovo re e assassino del predecessore.
Ce la faranno i nostri eroi?
Amici, appena finito di leggere, la prima cosa che ho pensato è stata: che cosa ho appena letto?! La penna dell’autrice è senza dubbio da lodare, ma per quanto riguarda il work building ho notevoli dubbi.
L’azione e il romance diminuiscono notevolmente, lasciando invece spazio all’introspezione dei personaggi, che ci fa più o meno empatizzare con loro. Lo spicy poi, agognato fino alla fine nel primo volume, in questo è deprecabile, inserito a forza e senza un vero significato né vero sentimento, seppur scritto bene, non mi è piaciuto.
Se prima avevamo solo il punto di vista di Sienna, al principio e alla fine del romanzo troviamo dei capitoli dalla prospettiva sia di Dominic, che di Bee e anche della Duchessa che a mio parere sono stati i più coinvolgenti.
Cosa ha fatto cadere a picco il mio voto? Fermo togliendo che il libro si legge velocemente, anche se, forse più lentamente rispetto al precedente, ho incontrato parecchi ostacoli nella struttura della trama. Ahimè quella che poteva essere una serie super accattivante, si è rivelata essere un calderone di infiniti argomenti che suscitano perplessità. Non è nemmeno la quantità di temi a creare scompiglio, ma la mancanza di sviluppo con basi solide. Faccio degli esempi: perché il Velo fa alterare il clima? Non se ne è mai parlato nel primo volume eppure in questo è come se si fosse sempre saputo. L’apparizione di gioielli che possono far viaggiare nello spazio gli esseri umani riportandoli a casa. I Vampiri che nascono vampiri e i licantropi invece che possono infettare gli umani sembra alquanto strano soprattutto se il concetto non viene spiegato. Dominic generale potente e indomito viene declassato a prigioniero dei licantropi e sex toy di Sienna. Per la maggior parte del tempo il generale è rinchiuso in cella anche se potrebbe liberarsi e ci resta solo per mantenere una parvenza di pace, una prospettiva ben diversa e distante dalla visione di audace combattente e maschio dominante che avevamo imparato a conoscere.
Will che in teoria dovrebbe essere il futuro re sembra, invece, un soprammobile, senza un vero pensiero proprio, esegue solo la volontà altrui. L’amico di Sienna che sembrava essere il fulcro portante dell’intera serie si perde in un bicchiere d’acqua, addirittura l’autrice lo fa sparire nel giro di qualche capitolo, condividendo si e no un paio di scene con la protagonista e anche in quel caso dimostra un notevole distacco, preferendole la nuova famiglia. Infine Sienna, che al principio è una schiava con l’unico obiettivo di salvare l’amico, si ritrova a dover salvare il mondo con poteri ambigui che non hanno né capo né coda. E dulcis in fundo sbuca anche un Kraken sensibile che viene addomesticato.
Insomma amici sarò cattiva, ma mi piace essere onesta, ho notato tanta, tanta confusione. Suppongo sia un volume di svincolo per mettere le basi del terzo, ma non so se me la sento di continuare la serie soprattutto se passerà un altro anno prima di sapere come va a finire.
.
Se doveva morire bruciata,
allora sarebbe morta fra le fiamme di Lycan.
Ciao Fenici, dopo tanta attesa possiamo leggere il secondo volume della serie The alpha Territories, Hunted by Fate.
Vi ricordate come ci eravamo lasciati? Se come me, visto il lasso di tempo non ne avete la più pallida idea, vi ragguaglio. Dopo la morte di Re Starling, Sienna fugge a cavallo all’insaputa di Dominic, aiutata dalla duchessa Evangeline, insieme a lei vi sono il principe Will in fin di vita, colpito dai vermi del sangue, e la sua fidata cameriera Bee.
Il capitolo della serie che stiamo affrontando ora è totalmente stravolto rispetto al precedente, che si concentrava su sfide e giochi alla The Selection nella corte dei vampiri. La fuga di Sienna ci porta a scoprire un nuovo territorio, quello dei licantropi, guidati da una regina severa ma giusta: Diana (il personaggio che mi è piaciuto maggiormente). Sienna e i suoi compagni troveranno asilo e insieme all’aiuto dei lupi, ideeranno un piano per sgominare Edmund, nuovo re e assassino del predecessore.
Ce la faranno i nostri eroi?
Amici, appena finito di leggere, la prima cosa che ho pensato è stata: che cosa ho appena letto?! La penna dell’autrice è senza dubbio da lodare, ma per quanto riguarda il work building ho notevoli dubbi.
L’azione e il romance diminuiscono notevolmente, lasciando invece spazio all’introspezione dei personaggi, che ci fa più o meno empatizzare con loro. Lo spicy poi, agognato fino alla fine nel primo volume, in questo è deprecabile, inserito a forza e senza un vero significato né vero sentimento, seppur scritto bene, non mi è piaciuto.
Se prima avevamo solo il punto di vista di Sienna, al principio e alla fine del romanzo troviamo dei capitoli dalla prospettiva sia di Dominic, che di Bee e anche della Duchessa che a mio parere sono stati i più coinvolgenti.
Cosa ha fatto cadere a picco il mio voto? Fermo togliendo che il libro si legge velocemente, anche se, forse più lentamente rispetto al precedente, ho incontrato parecchi ostacoli nella struttura della trama. Ahimè quella che poteva essere una serie super accattivante, si è rivelata essere un calderone di infiniti argomenti che suscitano perplessità. Non è nemmeno la quantità di temi a creare scompiglio, ma la mancanza di sviluppo con basi solide. Faccio degli esempi: perché il Velo fa alterare il clima? Non se ne è mai parlato nel primo volume eppure in questo è come se si fosse sempre saputo. L’apparizione di gioielli che possono far viaggiare nello spazio gli esseri umani riportandoli a casa. I Vampiri che nascono vampiri e i licantropi invece che possono infettare gli umani sembra alquanto strano soprattutto se il concetto non viene spiegato. Dominic generale potente e indomito viene declassato a prigioniero dei licantropi e sex toy di Sienna. Per la maggior parte del tempo il generale è rinchiuso in cella anche se potrebbe liberarsi e ci resta solo per mantenere una parvenza di pace, una prospettiva ben diversa e distante dalla visione di audace combattente e maschio dominante che avevamo imparato a conoscere.
Will che in teoria dovrebbe essere il futuro re sembra, invece, un soprammobile, senza un vero pensiero proprio, esegue solo la volontà altrui. L’amico di Sienna che sembrava essere il fulcro portante dell’intera serie si perde in un bicchiere d’acqua, addirittura l’autrice lo fa sparire nel giro di qualche capitolo, condividendo si e no un paio di scene con la protagonista e anche in quel caso dimostra un notevole distacco, preferendole la nuova famiglia. Infine Sienna, che al principio è una schiava con l’unico obiettivo di salvare l’amico, si ritrova a dover salvare il mondo con poteri ambigui che non hanno né capo né coda. E dulcis in fundo sbuca anche un Kraken sensibile che viene addomesticato.
Insomma amici sarò cattiva, ma mi piace essere onesta, ho notato tanta, tanta confusione. Suppongo sia un volume di svincolo per mettere le basi del terzo, ma non so se me la sento di continuare la serie soprattutto se passerà un altro anno prima di sapere come va a finire.
May 3, 2025
Another quick read- but a far better read than book 1. The first book spent too much time on the Harvest Games and Sienna trying to figure everything out…. well, that and the constant frustration Dominic has even thinking of Sienna as his pants seem to be forever tenting without action following.
Thankfully, here in book 2 he gets some (not a lot, but some) so his pants issue is no longer brought up every other page. Geez, that got old fast.
Now that Sienna and her maid Bethany have escaped the vampire castle with a nearly dead Prince Will and are heading to the werewolf territory for sanctuary thing finally pick it up a notch. War plans are made, alliances hesitantly formed, possible betrayal looms and Sienna finds her “little brother” Jordan- her love for this young man being what had her making sure she was captured for the auction pits in the first place.
What is in Sienna’s blood that allows her to heal others rapidly? Is she fully human? Can she trust Dominic not to break her heart now that they have a chance to be together? We already discovered in book 1 she also has a way with animals… are there other abilities in the wings for her to discover?
The plot is focusing still on Sienna’s journey but the upcoming coup is finally on the horizon to remove Edmund the Angry. As such, this part of the story zips by and the author seems freer now that she isn’t world-building so much, to follow the story without forcing the narrative as much.
I wasn’t even sure after finishing book 1 that I wanted to try this one, but the cliffhanger ending had me wanting to at least sneak in a few chapters to see what happens, and then didn’t stop until the end. Now I’m off to book 3 which is supposed to close out this trilogy before book 4 gives us a new couple to follow (I want to say it’s Diana, Queen of the Wolves and Raven, Vampire Lord of Seattle… ) Guess I’ll have that done sometime this evening! See you at the next review.
Thankfully, here in book 2 he gets some (not a lot, but some) so his pants issue is no longer brought up every other page. Geez, that got old fast.
Now that Sienna and her maid Bethany have escaped the vampire castle with a nearly dead Prince Will and are heading to the werewolf territory for sanctuary thing finally pick it up a notch. War plans are made, alliances hesitantly formed, possible betrayal looms and Sienna finds her “little brother” Jordan- her love for this young man being what had her making sure she was captured for the auction pits in the first place.
What is in Sienna’s blood that allows her to heal others rapidly? Is she fully human? Can she trust Dominic not to break her heart now that they have a chance to be together? We already discovered in book 1 she also has a way with animals… are there other abilities in the wings for her to discover?
The plot is focusing still on Sienna’s journey but the upcoming coup is finally on the horizon to remove Edmund the Angry. As such, this part of the story zips by and the author seems freer now that she isn’t world-building so much, to follow the story without forcing the narrative as much.
I wasn’t even sure after finishing book 1 that I wanted to try this one, but the cliffhanger ending had me wanting to at least sneak in a few chapters to see what happens, and then didn’t stop until the end. Now I’m off to book 3 which is supposed to close out this trilogy before book 4 gives us a new couple to follow (I want to say it’s Diana, Queen of the Wolves and Raven, Vampire Lord of Seattle… ) Guess I’ll have that done sometime this evening! See you at the next review.
April 4, 2023
What a fantastic, pulse pounding sequel to Taken By Fate! It was incredible!
***SPOILER FREE REVIEW***
You have a story about vampires, werewolves, and humans and and tensions are high. Sides are being picked and there are threats of war…..and woven amongst it all is a forbidden love story or two or three!
I absolutely love the main characters and adore all of the supporting ones! I also truly loathe a few of them, too!
The world is mysterious, dark, and full of secrets! Its also in the midst of a snowy winter! Such a beautiful, yet harsh setting!
This narrative has so many amazing tropes and elements such as:
-Morally Grey Characters
-Magic
-Vampires, Werewolves, and Fae (but Fae are mostly mentioned and not prominent)
-Prophecies
-Snow
-Woods/Forest
-Found Family
-Multiple POV (Dual POV)
-Betrayal
-Secrets
-Political Intrigue
-Forbidden Love
-Enemies to Lovers
-Animal Companions (horses)
I do want to mention trigger warnings for murder, violence, and assault.
Not only does this have a few tense soldier scenes, and one fairly bigger battle scene, it also has more light hearted moments where you will find yourself smiling because of the humor and witty dialogue. And, of course, there are some extremely steamy/spicy romantic scenes as well!
It is full of twists I didn’t see coming and the ending left me wishing for the next book!
If you enjoy a fast paced, high stakes paranormal romance fantasy, this is definitely one I recommend!
Thank you to Shannon Mayer, Kelly, and Erica for the hardcopy of this sequel in exchange for my honest review.
***SPOILER FREE REVIEW***
You have a story about vampires, werewolves, and humans and and tensions are high. Sides are being picked and there are threats of war…..and woven amongst it all is a forbidden love story or two or three!
I absolutely love the main characters and adore all of the supporting ones! I also truly loathe a few of them, too!
The world is mysterious, dark, and full of secrets! Its also in the midst of a snowy winter! Such a beautiful, yet harsh setting!
This narrative has so many amazing tropes and elements such as:
-Morally Grey Characters
-Magic
-Vampires, Werewolves, and Fae (but Fae are mostly mentioned and not prominent)
-Prophecies
-Snow
-Woods/Forest
-Found Family
-Multiple POV (Dual POV)
-Betrayal
-Secrets
-Political Intrigue
-Forbidden Love
-Enemies to Lovers
-Animal Companions (horses)
I do want to mention trigger warnings for murder, violence, and assault.
Not only does this have a few tense soldier scenes, and one fairly bigger battle scene, it also has more light hearted moments where you will find yourself smiling because of the humor and witty dialogue. And, of course, there are some extremely steamy/spicy romantic scenes as well!
It is full of twists I didn’t see coming and the ending left me wishing for the next book!
If you enjoy a fast paced, high stakes paranormal romance fantasy, this is definitely one I recommend!
Thank you to Shannon Mayer, Kelly, and Erica for the hardcopy of this sequel in exchange for my honest review.
June 15, 2023
I am pretty intrigued by MAP of this series, it is described in a very lively way and is the first thing that catches my eye when I start the book. Then the story starts with a very interesting and mysterious PROLOGUE. After that the ending of chapter one had my mind working on different theories and this is just the start of the OCEAN which I have to cover.
As the story progresses I find Chapter 5 to be cracking fire which deepens the mystery and made me more interested to go further. There is so much happening the entire way throughout the book that it is difficult to put it down even for a minute. The story goes on fast-paced and then sh** is getting real, there were so many moments like Kraken, Dominic’s outburst, and the ORACLE that has me saying “Omg, now what??”.
I liked this book even more than the book one. The chemistry is palpable better Dom & Sienna, their ups and downs, the spice, the hatred everything is bang on. Secrets are revealed, strategies are made, and wars are failed but the determination never lacks. The story hurts at many points but there is ample amount of HOPE to get everything right. I loved the writing, it’s simple and hooking.
I literally very much enjoyed this fantasy read and now I’ll be reading book three straight away as it is available to read. See you in that book.
As the story progresses I find Chapter 5 to be cracking fire which deepens the mystery and made me more interested to go further. There is so much happening the entire way throughout the book that it is difficult to put it down even for a minute. The story goes on fast-paced and then sh** is getting real, there were so many moments like Kraken, Dominic’s outburst, and the ORACLE that has me saying “Omg, now what??”.
I liked this book even more than the book one. The chemistry is palpable better Dom & Sienna, their ups and downs, the spice, the hatred everything is bang on. Secrets are revealed, strategies are made, and wars are failed but the determination never lacks. The story hurts at many points but there is ample amount of HOPE to get everything right. I loved the writing, it’s simple and hooking.
I literally very much enjoyed this fantasy read and now I’ll be reading book three straight away as it is available to read. See you in that book.
February 21, 2023
I find it absolutely amazing that the prologue of this book was a portend to the final chapter!! A genius way to show how this wonderful word circles back around!
In this installment we meet up with Sienna as she leaves the vampire territory for wolf territory at breakneck speeds! Of course this is where things begin to go wrong as well. Bloodworms are spreading quicker than the news of King Sterling’s death, can they be outrun?!
Even once Sienna, Bee, and Will make it to wolf territory it doesn’t mean they are welcome with open arms. Danger follows Sienna everywhere she goes and this territory is no different. The more Sienna’s life is in danger the more her powers seem to spark leaving everyone, including herself, wondering just what she is.
The heartbreak and the betrayal continue for Sienna and for her friends. I love every single one of these characters, but especially Sienna and Bree!
I absolutely cannot wait to read the next installment, I am 100% invested!
In this installment we meet up with Sienna as she leaves the vampire territory for wolf territory at breakneck speeds! Of course this is where things begin to go wrong as well. Bloodworms are spreading quicker than the news of King Sterling’s death, can they be outrun?!
Even once Sienna, Bee, and Will make it to wolf territory it doesn’t mean they are welcome with open arms. Danger follows Sienna everywhere she goes and this territory is no different. The more Sienna’s life is in danger the more her powers seem to spark leaving everyone, including herself, wondering just what she is.
The heartbreak and the betrayal continue for Sienna and for her friends. I love every single one of these characters, but especially Sienna and Bree!
I absolutely cannot wait to read the next installment, I am 100% invested!
March 24, 2023
I've been excited to read the next book in this series; the first was a little mix of historical and vampire romance with some fantasy thrown in and really hooked me on this storyline.
I appreciate the map at the beginning of the book. The prologue starts us in the past with a look at Evangeline and Lycan, the Werewolf King. They have some serious chemistry and a star-crossed lovers' vibe. But they also seem to have a torrid past and a hidden secret.
Dominic, the general of the Vampire territory. This first chapter picks up where we left off with Sienna. Her life has changed drastically until now, and I can't wait to see where this fantasy goes. This book is much more political than the last, with moves, countermoves, planning, and desperate hopes.
Sienna's heritage is still as baffling as before, but new supernatural talents begin to arise. I wonder what paranormal she is and fully what her abilities are. This book almost gives me "Princess Bride" vibes. I know old movie references, but it has the theme of action/adventure, star-crossed lovers, and unrequited love littered thru the storyline. We get future riddles to work out regarding Sienna's ability.
This book takes a turn as things progress; we get a rollercoaster of political and social predicaments. Sienna is different in the last half of this book, becoming more heroic and less weighed down by her feelings and self-imposed responsibilities. Hard truths are delivered, and even with all the plotting, unexpected actions lead this toward something. The book ends with Dominic and Sienna back to being acquaintances rather than lovers. I'm glad the author answered questions about why the Werewolf Queen is essential to the storyline, but this book wasn't as good as the first. Still interested to see what happens next and praying for more info about Sienna and Dominic working out back to lovers, as that was more intriguing than political plotting.
I appreciate the map at the beginning of the book. The prologue starts us in the past with a look at Evangeline and Lycan, the Werewolf King. They have some serious chemistry and a star-crossed lovers' vibe. But they also seem to have a torrid past and a hidden secret.
Dominic, the general of the Vampire territory. This first chapter picks up where we left off with Sienna. Her life has changed drastically until now, and I can't wait to see where this fantasy goes. This book is much more political than the last, with moves, countermoves, planning, and desperate hopes.
Sienna's heritage is still as baffling as before, but new supernatural talents begin to arise. I wonder what paranormal she is and fully what her abilities are. This book almost gives me "Princess Bride" vibes. I know old movie references, but it has the theme of action/adventure, star-crossed lovers, and unrequited love littered thru the storyline. We get future riddles to work out regarding Sienna's ability.
This book takes a turn as things progress; we get a rollercoaster of political and social predicaments. Sienna is different in the last half of this book, becoming more heroic and less weighed down by her feelings and self-imposed responsibilities. Hard truths are delivered, and even with all the plotting, unexpected actions lead this toward something. The book ends with Dominic and Sienna back to being acquaintances rather than lovers. I'm glad the author answered questions about why the Werewolf Queen is essential to the storyline, but this book wasn't as good as the first. Still interested to see what happens next and praying for more info about Sienna and Dominic working out back to lovers, as that was more intriguing than political plotting.
April 18, 2024
3,75⭐
Encore un livre qui se dévore.
Je l'ai autant apprécié que le premier tome. On est vraiment sur une suite direct, le début correspond à la fin du tome 1. Forcément, les intrigues ont évolué et changé puisque beaucoup d'événements ont eu lieu dans le tome 1.
Sienna est toujours une force de caractère! Bien que principalement préoccupée par ses objectifs dans le tome 1, elle est amenée à aider son entourage de diverses façons. J'ai vraiment hâte d'en savoir plus sur sa particularité, j'ai troooop de questions!!
Certaines retrouvailles ne se passent pas comme prévues... d'autres au contraire sont caliente👀
La lecture est vraiment fluide, pas d'incohérences ni sur les prota, ni sur les événements. J'aime toujours autant Dominic... Et j'ai tellement hâte qu'il y ait plus entre les 2.
La fin du 1 était terrible, je vous annonce qu'il en est de même pour la fin du 2. Donc plus qu'à attendre le 3 maintenant😂
Encore un livre qui se dévore.
Je l'ai autant apprécié que le premier tome. On est vraiment sur une suite direct, le début correspond à la fin du tome 1. Forcément, les intrigues ont évolué et changé puisque beaucoup d'événements ont eu lieu dans le tome 1.
Sienna est toujours une force de caractère! Bien que principalement préoccupée par ses objectifs dans le tome 1, elle est amenée à aider son entourage de diverses façons. J'ai vraiment hâte d'en savoir plus sur sa particularité, j'ai troooop de questions!!
Certaines retrouvailles ne se passent pas comme prévues... d'autres au contraire sont caliente👀
La lecture est vraiment fluide, pas d'incohérences ni sur les prota, ni sur les événements. J'aime toujours autant Dominic... Et j'ai tellement hâte qu'il y ait plus entre les 2.
La fin du 1 était terrible, je vous annonce qu'il en est de même pour la fin du 2. Donc plus qu'à attendre le 3 maintenant😂
March 2, 2025
3.5⭐️
Nagyon vártam már, hogy megjelenjen, a sorozat első része minden hibája ellenére tetszett, és a függővég miatt még türelmetlenebb voltam a folytatást miatt.
És bár igaz, hogy ez is könnyed, izgalmas, és cselekmény dús volt, mégsem ragadott annyira magával.
Úgy érzem, hogy sok minden háttérbe szorult, pl. Sienna és Dominic kapcsolata, vagy épp annak hiánya.
Reméltem, hogy ebben a részben már részletesebb, kidolgozottabb cselekményszálat kapunk, de valahogy végig úgy éreztem, hogy csak a felszínt kapargatjuk, és kezdek elveszni.
Van benne potenciális lehetőség, jó karakterek, izgalmas történetvezetés, csak jó is lenne ezt kihasználni.
Sejthettem volna, hogy egy ilyen rövid könyv, nem fog végbemenően részletekbe bocsátkozni, de olyan sok mindent szeretnék még tudni, hogy emiatt picit csalódott vagyok.
Ettől függetlenül várom a folytatást, és nem bánom, hogy elolvastam, roppant olvasmányos és pár óra alatt elolvastam.
Nagyon vártam már, hogy megjelenjen, a sorozat első része minden hibája ellenére tetszett, és a függővég miatt még türelmetlenebb voltam a folytatást miatt.
És bár igaz, hogy ez is könnyed, izgalmas, és cselekmény dús volt, mégsem ragadott annyira magával.
Úgy érzem, hogy sok minden háttérbe szorult, pl. Sienna és Dominic kapcsolata, vagy épp annak hiánya.
Reméltem, hogy ebben a részben már részletesebb, kidolgozottabb cselekményszálat kapunk, de valahogy végig úgy éreztem, hogy csak a felszínt kapargatjuk, és kezdek elveszni.
Van benne potenciális lehetőség, jó karakterek, izgalmas történetvezetés, csak jó is lenne ezt kihasználni.
Sejthettem volna, hogy egy ilyen rövid könyv, nem fog végbemenően részletekbe bocsátkozni, de olyan sok mindent szeretnék még tudni, hogy emiatt picit csalódott vagyok.
Ettől függetlenül várom a folytatást, és nem bánom, hogy elolvastam, roppant olvasmányos és pár óra alatt elolvastam.
August 5, 2025
It was fine. I just can’t stand a heroine who is dead set on returning to a life of squalor and scuttling around like a rat.
You’re conversing with royalty on a level of mutual respect! You want for nothing! You have magical powers the likes of which no one, including an Oracle, has ever seen.
Why on Earth would you want to return to being a stripper in the slums???!!
Get over yourself and get ready for battle.
We’ve got a realm to save, you ungrateful turd.
Her powers are still very abstract, and it’s not in a way where the author is carefully and creatively dropping hints as to what she is.
It seems more like she doesn’t actually know and is just kind of winging it.
The revealed duplicity is incredibly obvious, and everyone’s reactions and actions in general are just so frustratingly divorced from reality.
I guess we need issues in order to have a book, but the problem is when the issue is the book.
You’re conversing with royalty on a level of mutual respect! You want for nothing! You have magical powers the likes of which no one, including an Oracle, has ever seen.
Why on Earth would you want to return to being a stripper in the slums???!!
Get over yourself and get ready for battle.
We’ve got a realm to save, you ungrateful turd.
Her powers are still very abstract, and it’s not in a way where the author is carefully and creatively dropping hints as to what she is.
It seems more like she doesn’t actually know and is just kind of winging it.
The revealed duplicity is incredibly obvious, and everyone’s reactions and actions in general are just so frustratingly divorced from reality.
I guess we need issues in order to have a book, but the problem is when the issue is the book.
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