Taken by the Wolf-man

Taken by monsters #1

by Melody Lynch

In a world where women need their husband’s permission for everything, Claire is trapped in a marriage to a cruel man who thrives on her fear.

When he sends her on a late-night drive, knowing she's terrified of the dark, her worst nightmare begins. Stranded with a smoking car that won’t start, she hears howls in the distance.

Desperate to hide, Claire soon realizes the real monsters aren't just outside—they're already closing in.

What will be the price for being taken by the Wolfman?

Genres: Paranormal, African American Romance, Romance

51 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 1, 2024

Reviews

[Poppy || Monster Lover · Rating 3 out of 5]

I think this book had good bones, but needed to me fleshed out. The FMC had a lot of trauma and stuffed down all her emotions. Rivers got her to open up and he opened up in kind. However, the reaction of the FMC to being taken by a shifter when she’d never heard of them was off. Unless I’m missing something and she did know they existed? Idk. That’s an example of what I mean by needing to be fleshed out.

Spice: 2/5

Triggers: domestic violence, sexual violence, emotional abuse, abusive parents and other fam members, choking, murder, violence, car accident flashback (in dream), mentions of parent death

[Katie O’Reilly · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

Omg, so much fun! I LOVED this. I was HERE for the wolf-man and his glorious snout and even more glorious revenge. I love a good novella that leaves me perfectly satisfied.

[Charmy Reads · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this as part of a reading sprint with my book club on Halloween. It was a quick read that moved really fast. Straight off the bat you are already rooting for the FMCs husband to meet with an untimely end. He was definitely top tier jerk.

I don't have an issue with insta-love stories (I actually enjoy them). This is one that I feel missed a step (for me). I want to be able to draw a connection to the "aha" moment when the characters fall for one another. I'm not sure if maybe I missed it but I didn't get that with the MCs of this book.

One thing that was very satisfying was husband taking up gardening. I was very satisfied with that outcome.

It was an ok Halloween sprint read overall.

[Markita_Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

"That night, when Marvin had sent me out into the dark, I thought my fears would consume me. But instead, I found the very thing that saved me." That's all, that's the review. Read

[BlackBookVibes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Novella

This was a quick, cute, and to the point paranormal novella! Sometimes you just need a story to clean your palette, this is it.

[JazzReads · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was interesting and very fast pace. Overall I like the novella and I would mind reading a full novel with these characters.

[Janet R · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pure PNR Fantasy

This is 💯 sweet PNR fantasy , but oh so good!!This📙 is much too short😯 I
really hoped to read more about how they navigated life after Marvin the evil was reduced to pushing up daises...😅oops I meant sunflowers ! Happy Reading🍷

[amirahlynn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I did like this but one thing that confused me about Rivers was his parents. He said he’s the only one that could shift into a human but that makes no sense. How did his mom pack up and leave with him if she was also a wolf? Why would his father accuse her of cheating with a human if she herself couldn’t be human? So she is able to shift then?? That just makes no sense.

Tw: domestic abuse on page, sexual trauma, parental death,

[Courtnee Howell · Rating 3 out of 5]

Glad I gave this author another shot

Claire is just trying to survive an abusive situation. Rivers is used to being alone. One night changes both of their perspectives.

I’ll be honest and say that the cover is what got me. It’s intriguing. The story asks you to suspend your beliefs, but it works because it’s short.

If you like ambiguos time periods, shifters, and randomly finding your true mate. This is for you.

[Yasmeen · Rating 5 out of 5]

a cute and quick

This is actually the first time I read a paranormal romance that took place in the 60s and I found it to be great. I love how Melody Lynch ties in societal issues within her story to give the setting more texture. Like the title says, this was cute and quick, but I will definitely be reading more of her work!

[G.✨ · Rating 5 out of 5]

It started off a little rough (the subject matter, not the actual writing itself) but I ended up really enjoying this story. The writing is very well done. Claire's emotions and pain were written so well. Rivers is everything you want in a good book boyfriend. It was short and sweet.

Trigger Warnings: Domestic Violence/Abuse & Grief.

[Wanda Grier · Rating 3 out of 5]

Shot novella

This book was a short novella that could be read when you have a little time to just read. I really don't know what to say about this book. It was OK to just take the time away while the issues of the day pass by.

[Orville Bertram · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yes!

I truly enjoyed reading this paranormal romance. It was short, simple, and delightful. I was able to enjoy the novel during my lunch break, and it left me feeling genuinely happy and a bit giggly inside.

[Roshelle W · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick, short & to the point!

This quick page turner was just enough to keep my reading streak without a multiple day commitment. Fated mates and insta-love is what I enjoy most in paranormal romance. I enjoyed this novella and will most likely read the next one.

[books2loversss · Rating 2 out of 5]

Kinda pointless

The pacing of this felt off from the start. It’s fine to take things slow in a full-length novel, but there’s no space to spare in 50 pages. Not the worst but not for me

[Natalie O · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short and sweet

I enjoyed it. It's short, but good. But of course I'm not surprised I've read several books by this author and I'm never disappointed.

[Temeriel Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice short read

This was a delightful and heartwarming short story. I was captivated by Claire's strength and determination to embrace life despite the obstacles she had faced.

[Tara · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5/5 Loved it! So much goodness packed into one short romance. Sweet and sexy. I even teared up for the hero and heroine. I really liked both characters. TW: DA

[pw · Rating 5 out of 5]

good read

Take by the wolf - man was a good read .
I read it in one enjoyable sitting. Good read

[charlita allen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short and interesting. Love finds a way.

[LaTanya Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

Meant to be

A very quick and easy read. Couldn't put it down once I started reading it. Love that instant attraction and the happy ending.

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short and sweet

[La’Cara Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good storytelling in such a short book. I really liked this it didn’t lack romance or spice.

[Courtney Coco · Rating 5 out of 5]

This short sweet story, started off sad but got better, Both River and Claire had past traumas but they didn’t let stop them from loving each other.

[Books & Locs · Rating 4 out of 5]

Got me looking for my river 🥰

[derrellee · Rating 5 out of 5]

this was so good

I enjoy a good paranormal story and Melody Lynch is really good at them . The spice is always just right.

[Rhina M. Finley · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Good Love Story!

Love the cover and short love story! Chilling, redemptive, and with a happy ending! I was cheering for the main character!!

[Savannah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fast read. A fast read gonna do what a fast read does. 🤷🏽‍♀️

[Antoinette Whitaker · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love short stories

I love short stories, this book is a a great read is you love short stories. This author is amazing.

[Bookedupwithsayde · Rating 5 out of 5]

aww love this

Such a cute story at first I thought she was half-werewolf but it turned out to be something more 🫶🏽