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Pack of Lies
Werewolf brothers Matthew and Isaac have lived in the peaceful village of Eyam all their lives. The villagers know what happens every full moon and are happy to keep their secret. But their privacy comes at a cost--neither brother has taken a lover in almost four hundred years.
Then at the full moon, a sheep is slaughtered on Eyam Moor by what could only be an animal. A large, vicious animal. Even the brothers' staunchest supporters begin to have their doubts. Meanwhile Isaac is smitten by a handsome newcomer to the village, while a vivacious visitor is happy to offer Matthew her all.
As they indulge their lust, they must clear their names and convince their neighbors that they aren't also letting their baser instincts out to play.
Inside This book contains sizzling scenes of both M/M and M/F sex.
A Romantica® paranormal erotic romance from Ellora's Cave
Then at the full moon, a sheep is slaughtered on Eyam Moor by what could only be an animal. A large, vicious animal. Even the brothers' staunchest supporters begin to have their doubts. Meanwhile Isaac is smitten by a handsome newcomer to the village, while a vivacious visitor is happy to offer Matthew her all.
As they indulge their lust, they must clear their names and convince their neighbors that they aren't also letting their baser instincts out to play.
Inside This book contains sizzling scenes of both M/M and M/F sex.
A Romantica® paranormal erotic romance from Ellora's Cave
267 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 6, 2014
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Lucy Felthouse
254 books801 followersLucy Felthouse is the award-winning author of erotic romance novels Stately Pleasures (named in the top 5 of Cliterati.co.uk’s 100 Modern Erotic Classics That You’ve Never Heard Of), Eyes Wide Open (winner of the Love Romances Café’s Best Ménage Book 2015 award), The Persecution of the Wolves, Hiding in Plain Sight, Curve Appeal, and The Heiress’s Harem and The Dreadnoughts series. Including novels, short stories and novellas, she has over 175 publications to her name. Find out more about her and her writing at http://lucyfelthouse.co.uk/linktree
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August 10, 2014
4.5 stars for a paranormal mystery.
Matthew and Issac Adams are 400 year old werewolves. They live in Eyam, a tiny town in Derbyshire, where they have spent their entire lives. Hundreds of years ago the residents of Eyam had experienced Plague, and Matthew and Issac had helped to protect the town, and its inhabitants, during the outbreak by nursing the sick, and burying the dead. To this day they protect the current residents and their livestock from harm. They change into wolves once-monthly, on the full moon, but remain trapped in caves underground in order to protect themselves and the villagers from harm.
Being that Eyam is a remote village filled mainly with generations of families who had survived the Plague there are many resident who know Matthew and Issac are werewolves. Both men live in harmony with the villagers; Matthew works at the local pub, and Issac is a doctor. Neither man will engage in a long-term relationship knowing that they have a secret to keep, and their longevity is troublesome in that they do not wish to watch their partner age and die while they do not. Matthew is heterosexual and Issac is gay, though he is not "out".
At the point of the beginning, Matthew and Issac are emerging from their cave night, and learn that someone has slaughtered a sheep. This is a big problem, in that it was made to look as if a vicious animal had torn the sheep apart, and eyes begin to turn towards Matthew and Issac. They have allies on their sides, but they know that they are under scrutiny, and attempt to determine who had committed the crime, with little success. The next month's full moon some villagers attempt to follow the brothers into the caves and witness their change. It is a foolish and dangerous enterprise, and still there is a gutted sheep and no proof it wasn't Matthew and Issac.
During the next month, supporters plan out how to 1. verify Matthew and Issac's innocence and 2. capture the culprit. This is imperative because both men know if the slaughters continue to recur soon the town will turn against them, and they will be "outed" to the world at large. The wait and the plan is too nerve-wracking for the brothers, and they argue with themselves a bit until they FINALLY begin to blow off steam in some very sexy ways.
Matthew finds a vacationer who appeals greatly, while Issac admits his interest in a newcomer to town--Nathaniel. There are some deliciously sensual interludes, of the Het and Homo variety, that bridge the mystery. When we finally learn who the sheep gutter is (well, I picked up on the WHO right away) it's unfortunate that the WHY was unsatisfying. And, when I say unsatisfying, I mean I didn't want it to be for the reasons explained (I had also thought there might be a bit more of a paranormal turn in the motive, but no...) because, dammit, I wanted both Adams brothers to have a happy ending, and it WASN'T for one of them.
Well, that is, it wasn't a happy ending THEN. Because, as it turned out, both men end up finding their best partner not too long after.
It was a fun tale with some steamy scenes and emotional connections. Both Matthew and Issac take turns telling this story and there was a lot of well-considered characterization that surpassed the whole Alpha wolf dynamic of most shifter novels. The loneliness the men experience, of watching generation after generation pass, making friends they will later bury, was palpable. I was so glad to watch them really connect with lovers beyond the one night stand. The book is chock full of Eyam history, and I loved the colloquial speech.
Matthew and Issac Adams are 400 year old werewolves. They live in Eyam, a tiny town in Derbyshire, where they have spent their entire lives. Hundreds of years ago the residents of Eyam had experienced Plague, and Matthew and Issac had helped to protect the town, and its inhabitants, during the outbreak by nursing the sick, and burying the dead. To this day they protect the current residents and their livestock from harm. They change into wolves once-monthly, on the full moon, but remain trapped in caves underground in order to protect themselves and the villagers from harm.
Being that Eyam is a remote village filled mainly with generations of families who had survived the Plague there are many resident who know Matthew and Issac are werewolves. Both men live in harmony with the villagers; Matthew works at the local pub, and Issac is a doctor. Neither man will engage in a long-term relationship knowing that they have a secret to keep, and their longevity is troublesome in that they do not wish to watch their partner age and die while they do not. Matthew is heterosexual and Issac is gay, though he is not "out".
At the point of the beginning, Matthew and Issac are emerging from their cave night, and learn that someone has slaughtered a sheep. This is a big problem, in that it was made to look as if a vicious animal had torn the sheep apart, and eyes begin to turn towards Matthew and Issac. They have allies on their sides, but they know that they are under scrutiny, and attempt to determine who had committed the crime, with little success. The next month's full moon some villagers attempt to follow the brothers into the caves and witness their change. It is a foolish and dangerous enterprise, and still there is a gutted sheep and no proof it wasn't Matthew and Issac.
During the next month, supporters plan out how to 1. verify Matthew and Issac's innocence and 2. capture the culprit. This is imperative because both men know if the slaughters continue to recur soon the town will turn against them, and they will be "outed" to the world at large. The wait and the plan is too nerve-wracking for the brothers, and they argue with themselves a bit until they FINALLY begin to blow off steam in some very sexy ways.
Matthew finds a vacationer who appeals greatly, while Issac admits his interest in a newcomer to town--Nathaniel. There are some deliciously sensual interludes, of the Het and Homo variety, that bridge the mystery. When we finally learn who the sheep gutter is (well, I picked up on the WHO right away) it's unfortunate that the WHY was unsatisfying. And, when I say unsatisfying, I mean I didn't want it to be for the reasons explained (I had also thought there might be a bit more of a paranormal turn in the motive, but no...) because, dammit, I wanted both Adams brothers to have a happy ending, and it WASN'T for one of them.
Well, that is, it wasn't a happy ending THEN. Because, as it turned out, both men end up finding their best partner not too long after.
It was a fun tale with some steamy scenes and emotional connections. Both Matthew and Issac take turns telling this story and there was a lot of well-considered characterization that surpassed the whole Alpha wolf dynamic of most shifter novels. The loneliness the men experience, of watching generation after generation pass, making friends they will later bury, was palpable. I was so glad to watch them really connect with lovers beyond the one night stand. The book is chock full of Eyam history, and I loved the colloquial speech.
August 6, 2014
Pack of Lies by Lucy Felthouse
This is not the usual kind of book Lucy writes about but after reading this I hope she writes a lot more of them! I love a good supernatural story. The Adams brothers, Matthew and Isaac, have lived in the village of Eyam for centuries. Most of the village is in the know about them being werewolves. They watched everyone grow up and die through out the years and because of this they never truly settled down. Why would you put yourself through this when you know they are just going to die? Anyways, every month they have to change during the full moon so they always head to the caves. Something happened one month during the full moon that has some of the people questioning if they committed a terrible act. Of course there are loyal believers in their innocents but there are always doubters. The bad thing is that it actually happens two full moons in a row. The town actually pulls together to find out who commits this act and you will not believe it when you read it! I really feel sorry for Matthew and Isaac. They deserve someone special in their life. Why would you want to live so long with out love?
This was a good story by Lucy with a good story line. I hope to read more stories like this from her. I received this book as a gift from the author.
This is not the usual kind of book Lucy writes about but after reading this I hope she writes a lot more of them! I love a good supernatural story. The Adams brothers, Matthew and Isaac, have lived in the village of Eyam for centuries. Most of the village is in the know about them being werewolves. They watched everyone grow up and die through out the years and because of this they never truly settled down. Why would you put yourself through this when you know they are just going to die? Anyways, every month they have to change during the full moon so they always head to the caves. Something happened one month during the full moon that has some of the people questioning if they committed a terrible act. Of course there are loyal believers in their innocents but there are always doubters. The bad thing is that it actually happens two full moons in a row. The town actually pulls together to find out who commits this act and you will not believe it when you read it! I really feel sorry for Matthew and Isaac. They deserve someone special in their life. Why would you want to live so long with out love?
This was a good story by Lucy with a good story line. I hope to read more stories like this from her. I received this book as a gift from the author.
August 8, 2014
I had no idea what to expect from this book as I am not a huge fan of Paranormal stories. What I did get from it was a great supernatural 'who dunnit'! I had worked out the 'who' but not the 'why'.
Lucy has a wonderful writing style that is so descriptive that had me almost thinking I was walking the streets of Eyam or sitting in the pub with the locals.
Werewolves give me creeps, can't watch films with them in, but thankfully Lucy has Michael and Isaac in their human form more than their furry form.
Highly enjoyable!!
Lucy has a wonderful writing style that is so descriptive that had me almost thinking I was walking the streets of Eyam or sitting in the pub with the locals.
Werewolves give me creeps, can't watch films with them in, but thankfully Lucy has Michael and Isaac in their human form more than their furry form.
Highly enjoyable!!
August 9, 2014
I had been looking forward to this novel by Lucy Felthouse coming out and I was not disappointed. It has a unique storyline, great characters and the setting is vividly described. I liked the twist, adored the men and loved the plot - highly recommended for readers who enjoy a detailed and clever story with their steamy M/M loving!
August 21, 2014
I found this to be a most unique story and one that will defy being pigeonholed. It is a paranormal because our two main characters, Matthew and Isaac Adams, are “werewolves.” It is a romance because each have “affairs.” Oh yes, one of the brothers is gay so there is some m/m action. It is a mystery with some suspense although the only thing “murdered” is some sheep. It is a historical because events that happened in the 1660s has a big part in this story. Incidentally, the historical events referred to in this fictional story were based on factual events. See what I mean? It is a paranormal, mystery, suspense, historical, m/m, m/f, romance based on fact. Whew!
Matthew and Isaac are interesting guys. They have lived in the village of Eyem all their lives, somewhere around 400 years. That is a long time to live in one place and never really grow old and turn furry once a month. But the villagers are okay with this. Matthew and Isaac are one of them and they all take care of each other. It is an interesting and unique dynamic. None of this “mobs with pitchforks” for this village. Here they live and let live. Kind of nice.
Until sheep begin to be “murdered” on the night of the full moon. Then doubts surface among a few. Things become tense. Matthew and Isaac’s peaceful co-existence is threatened. This is where all the mystery and suspense comes into the story. Where the mystery is concerned, for me it wasn’t much of a mystery. I quickly figured out “who done it.” My question was “why?” It kept me turning the page to find out. Although the “why” didn’t totally surprise me either, the emotions and feelings surrounding it were a bit of a surprise. It was a “gasp” moment and left me a bit breathless.
It was fascinating how an historical fact in a real village was turned into this wonderful work of fiction. There is an addendum at the end of the story that details this history and I found that as interesting as I did the rest of the book. It also let me see how the bits of fact were woven throughout the story.
Overall I enjoyed this book. It had a few rough spots. A bit slow in places or it jumped from one event to another with no bridge, leaving the story with a bit of a jerky feel. Though these things were noted as I read, I didn’t find them terribly significant. I still wanted to find out “why.” The characters were real, even the “werewolves.” They had real lives with real everyday issues – going to work, paying the bills, interaction with people, that morning cup of coffee – things we can all relate to. I could feel like a part of this story. I adore the British mystery to begin with for these very reasons, and this one didn’t disappoint.
The ending didn’t leave us with the classic happy ever after, but more of an “everyone is going to be okay” type of ending. There were no declarations of undying love, but hope that there might be. It was still a very satisfying ending. I liked it.
Matthew and Isaac are interesting guys. They have lived in the village of Eyem all their lives, somewhere around 400 years. That is a long time to live in one place and never really grow old and turn furry once a month. But the villagers are okay with this. Matthew and Isaac are one of them and they all take care of each other. It is an interesting and unique dynamic. None of this “mobs with pitchforks” for this village. Here they live and let live. Kind of nice.
Until sheep begin to be “murdered” on the night of the full moon. Then doubts surface among a few. Things become tense. Matthew and Isaac’s peaceful co-existence is threatened. This is where all the mystery and suspense comes into the story. Where the mystery is concerned, for me it wasn’t much of a mystery. I quickly figured out “who done it.” My question was “why?” It kept me turning the page to find out. Although the “why” didn’t totally surprise me either, the emotions and feelings surrounding it were a bit of a surprise. It was a “gasp” moment and left me a bit breathless.
It was fascinating how an historical fact in a real village was turned into this wonderful work of fiction. There is an addendum at the end of the story that details this history and I found that as interesting as I did the rest of the book. It also let me see how the bits of fact were woven throughout the story.
Overall I enjoyed this book. It had a few rough spots. A bit slow in places or it jumped from one event to another with no bridge, leaving the story with a bit of a jerky feel. Though these things were noted as I read, I didn’t find them terribly significant. I still wanted to find out “why.” The characters were real, even the “werewolves.” They had real lives with real everyday issues – going to work, paying the bills, interaction with people, that morning cup of coffee – things we can all relate to. I could feel like a part of this story. I adore the British mystery to begin with for these very reasons, and this one didn’t disappoint.
The ending didn’t leave us with the classic happy ever after, but more of an “everyone is going to be okay” type of ending. There were no declarations of undying love, but hope that there might be. It was still a very satisfying ending. I liked it.
August 18, 2014
Pack of Lies is not your typical shifter novel. Brothers Matthew and Issac are werewolves who have lived in the village of Eyam since their birth four hundred years ago. They have lived amongst the villagers with a select few knowing their secret. Each full moon, the brothers retreat into the caves where they cannot get out until their wolves fade away and their bodies become human again.
One such moon, a sheep turns up dead on the moor. There is a lot of speculation as to what happened, but the brothers decide it had to have been an animal that killed the sheep. According to the vicar, the neighbors are restless. Another full moon and another dead sheep later, the boys fear their neighbors will come with torch and pitchfork.
Issac meets the handsome stranger Nathaniel and falls for him love at first sight. Matthew falls in with a weekender. And among their kinky foray, they have to figure out who is killing the sheep and why.
Minus: The writing style is not my cup of tea. I prefer books that envelop me in the writing and let me fall into the story with description and emotion and dialogue. This book more explains the actions, letting you sit in as a third viewer. The author gives each individual action the characters make instead of letting the reader infer actions. The plot meandered. I felt no sense of urgency save for one scene when villagers follow the boys into their cave. I didn't see any hints to who the killer was until close to the end of the book. I think the story could have been much stronger with slightly different pacing.
Plus: I loved the non-traditional shifter role. Neither of the boys were the overbearing alpha male role. I had a very good feel for Issac and Matthew's personalities. I liked the relationship between the boys and the vicar. Mrs Smithers was adorable. And I liked that one of the boys wasn't straight. The way the author worked the history of the town into the backstory was interesting.
One such moon, a sheep turns up dead on the moor. There is a lot of speculation as to what happened, but the brothers decide it had to have been an animal that killed the sheep. According to the vicar, the neighbors are restless. Another full moon and another dead sheep later, the boys fear their neighbors will come with torch and pitchfork.
Issac meets the handsome stranger Nathaniel and falls for him love at first sight. Matthew falls in with a weekender. And among their kinky foray, they have to figure out who is killing the sheep and why.
Minus: The writing style is not my cup of tea. I prefer books that envelop me in the writing and let me fall into the story with description and emotion and dialogue. This book more explains the actions, letting you sit in as a third viewer. The author gives each individual action the characters make instead of letting the reader infer actions. The plot meandered. I felt no sense of urgency save for one scene when villagers follow the boys into their cave. I didn't see any hints to who the killer was until close to the end of the book. I think the story could have been much stronger with slightly different pacing.
Plus: I loved the non-traditional shifter role. Neither of the boys were the overbearing alpha male role. I had a very good feel for Issac and Matthew's personalities. I liked the relationship between the boys and the vicar. Mrs Smithers was adorable. And I liked that one of the boys wasn't straight. The way the author worked the history of the town into the backstory was interesting.
January 17, 2015
Matthew and Isaac are brothers who are also werewolves. They have lived in the same village for hundreds of years and the villagers know their secret. Neither of them has had a long term relationship due to the pain of watching the people they care about age and die before them. One full moon a sheep turns up mutilated and the town begins to suspect the brothers are to blame. While trying to prove their innocence they both also embark on new relationships that they didn't intend to get involved in.
This book was just alright for me. There wasn't anything wrong with the writing but it was really slow. I did not find myself engaged with the brothers and I didn't really care what happened to either of them. They mystery didn't make a lot of sense to me. I didn't see how these villagers and their ancestors held this secret all these years and then all of a sudden stopped trusting Matthew and Isaac. They had explanations but it just didn't seem believable.
I liked that this was a different take on the traditional werewolf/shifter that you usually see in paranormal romance books and I thought the fact that the author wrote both a m/f romance and a m/m romance in the same book was pretty unique. It was creative and I appreciated the effort. This was my first time reading this author and while this book was a miss for me there were enough positives that I will try something by her again at another time.
This book was just alright for me. There wasn't anything wrong with the writing but it was really slow. I did not find myself engaged with the brothers and I didn't really care what happened to either of them. They mystery didn't make a lot of sense to me. I didn't see how these villagers and their ancestors held this secret all these years and then all of a sudden stopped trusting Matthew and Isaac. They had explanations but it just didn't seem believable.
I liked that this was a different take on the traditional werewolf/shifter that you usually see in paranormal romance books and I thought the fact that the author wrote both a m/f romance and a m/m romance in the same book was pretty unique. It was creative and I appreciated the effort. This was my first time reading this author and while this book was a miss for me there were enough positives that I will try something by her again at another time.
August 16, 2014
Book: Pack of Lies
Author: Lucy Felthouse
Publication Date: 8/8/2014
Reviewed by: Tammy Payne- Book Nook Nuts
My Rating: 4 Stars
REVIEW
In this book we have 2 brothers who are a bit over 400 years old. They are werewolves and they live in a small village. The people in the village are well aware what these brothers are. Something happens and a sheep is brutally slaughtered by an animal of large size. Some of the townsfolk seem to think it’s the brothers. Now they have to prove they are not the killers.
Matthew and Isaac have a pact about not getting involved but they do find release when needed.
Isaac is off to a convention and meets up with another male doctor for a little fun for 2 days. While Matthew is still trying to figure out who is killing.
Matthew has always had lust for an older woman well she wasn’t older when he first fell inlove with her but she is now. He is approached often and flirted with by a few other ladies but has yet to follow through with anything with them.
Finally about halfway through the book things get smoking hot for both brothers.
This story was well written.
The book has m/m scenes and m/f scenes.
I was giving a complimentary copy of this book for my honest review
Author: Lucy Felthouse
Publication Date: 8/8/2014
Reviewed by: Tammy Payne- Book Nook Nuts
My Rating: 4 Stars
REVIEW
In this book we have 2 brothers who are a bit over 400 years old. They are werewolves and they live in a small village. The people in the village are well aware what these brothers are. Something happens and a sheep is brutally slaughtered by an animal of large size. Some of the townsfolk seem to think it’s the brothers. Now they have to prove they are not the killers.
Matthew and Isaac have a pact about not getting involved but they do find release when needed.
Isaac is off to a convention and meets up with another male doctor for a little fun for 2 days. While Matthew is still trying to figure out who is killing.
Matthew has always had lust for an older woman well she wasn’t older when he first fell inlove with her but she is now. He is approached often and flirted with by a few other ladies but has yet to follow through with anything with them.
Finally about halfway through the book things get smoking hot for both brothers.
This story was well written.
The book has m/m scenes and m/f scenes.
I was giving a complimentary copy of this book for my honest review
August 28, 2014
What an intriguing story about two werewolf brothers who have lived for 400 years and have been a welcome part of the Eyam village life for so long. But when sheeps start getting killed during the full moon, tension rises and Matthew and Isaac know they have to solve it before they become the scapegoats.
History places a big part in this story and I don't just mean the characters' histories but also factual history. And of course when you've lived for 400 years then the probability of trouble finding you increases exponentially.
I enjoyed this story, although I won't class it as a romance. There is some romance (or should I say hot action) but the story is overshadowed by the mystery and suspense relating to paranormal activities. Also there isn't a 'happy ever after' ending although the ending is happy.
One of the things I enjoy about this author's writing is her ability to bring the everyday actions of the characters to life. We witness the characters going about their daily activities as if in some soap opera or TV drama. If you didn't understand British village life before, you certainly would after reading this.
My verdict: This is a solid read. Yes, it's not a traditional romance but there's enough mystery and sizzle to keep you turning the pages.
History places a big part in this story and I don't just mean the characters' histories but also factual history. And of course when you've lived for 400 years then the probability of trouble finding you increases exponentially.
I enjoyed this story, although I won't class it as a romance. There is some romance (or should I say hot action) but the story is overshadowed by the mystery and suspense relating to paranormal activities. Also there isn't a 'happy ever after' ending although the ending is happy.
One of the things I enjoy about this author's writing is her ability to bring the everyday actions of the characters to life. We witness the characters going about their daily activities as if in some soap opera or TV drama. If you didn't understand British village life before, you certainly would after reading this.
My verdict: This is a solid read. Yes, it's not a traditional romance but there's enough mystery and sizzle to keep you turning the pages.
August 12, 2014
When someone tries to frame two brothers with a 400-year old town secret, how do they cope? Will they find out who their real friends are? Will they find love while trying to find out who's trying to run them out of their own town? This is not just a book about romance, but includes mystery, a town "in the know", one brother trying to "come out", and the ups and downs of brothers trying to live together. Follow this wonderful and amazing journey and fall in love with not just the main characters, but the whole town as well.
August 12, 2014
Highly recommend!
Mathew and Issac Adams are 400 year old werewolve brothers that have lived in the village of Eyam their wholelives.Most of the villagers know there secret and leave them alone because they protect the town and live peaceful lives.One day after the full moon there lives are turned upside down when a slaughtered sheep is discovered.Now they have to find out who is trying to frame them and why before they have to leave their he and town they love and start over.There is also some really hot m/m and m/f sex scenes.I really enjoyed reading this book.
Mathew and Issac Adams are 400 year old werewolve brothers that have lived in the village of Eyam their wholelives.Most of the villagers know there secret and leave them alone because they protect the town and live peaceful lives.One day after the full moon there lives are turned upside down when a slaughtered sheep is discovered.Now they have to find out who is trying to frame them and why before they have to leave their he and town they love and start over.There is also some really hot m/m and m/f sex scenes.I really enjoyed reading this book.
September 9, 2014
I won this book, which is already exciting. And there's werewolves, brothers, and one of them is gay and adorable, so hooray on that, too. The only thing I would critique if I had to, was that I wish there was more "show, don't tell" in the writing. I wanted to be more in the story and less having things described and spelled out. But again, werewolves, in the English (Scottish?) countryside. I do like werewolves.
September 11, 2016
This was a different type of book for me but it certainly didn't disappoint. I found the characters interesting and instantly took to them. I loved how the village was described and came to life in my mind. The storyline had twists and turns and I thoroughly enjoyed trying to work out 'whodunit'. The background history both as the book went along and at the end was a definite bonus for me. Looking forward to my next fix from this great writer.
January 29, 2016
I received this book in exchange for an honest review (LoP or Lovers of Paranormal)
Ok, let me be honest. I struggle to finish this book. I failed to relate or understand the characters to the events happening around them. I skipped most of the pages, even the s*x scenes doesn't excite me to continue reading. But, the info on the village and the description really help me to imagine the village but not the story. Maybe the writer should re-arrange the story.
Ok, let me be honest. I struggle to finish this book. I failed to relate or understand the characters to the events happening around them. I skipped most of the pages, even the s*x scenes doesn't excite me to continue reading. But, the info on the village and the description really help me to imagine the village but not the story. Maybe the writer should re-arrange the story.
August 5, 2014
enjoyed the story of matthew and isaac. I thought the storytelling from lucy was great and made me want to keep reading until i finished the book. also enjoyed that there were 2 separate stories when it came to their love lives. One brother being straight and 1 gay. My heart broke for Isaac at the end but hopefully there is more to his story and he gets his HEA
December 15, 2014
I was given this book in exchange for an honest review for LoP. Issac and Matthew have lived in Eyam their whole life. There were sheep slaughtered and Issac has to find out who murder them. It's a unique mysterious werewolf book. The characters work well together and compliment each other. Overall a great read and recommend this to all.
January 1, 2015
Was given a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review.
Oh so enjoyable and oh so hot. Great Storyline, fantastic characters and an amazing plot which keeps you guessing.
I totally loved this book. Had me gripped and at parts, it felt like my heart was going to beat out my chest. Highly recommended if your not afraid of m\m action
Oh so enjoyable and oh so hot. Great Storyline, fantastic characters and an amazing plot which keeps you guessing.
I totally loved this book. Had me gripped and at parts, it felt like my heart was going to beat out my chest. Highly recommended if your not afraid of m\m action
March 22, 2015
I don't normally go for werewolves or paranormal books. I absolutely loved this book.
It has a unique storyline with strong characters, dialogue and a perfect setting.
This is the perfect story if you like your sex M/M raunchy.
“I received this copy in return for an honest review”
It has a unique storyline with strong characters, dialogue and a perfect setting.
This is the perfect story if you like your sex M/M raunchy.
“I received this copy in return for an honest review”
August 16, 2015
Pack of Lies was a well-written and enjoyable paranormal romance that combined some steamy sex, a bit of romance, a bit more intrigue, a good amount of suspicions run amok, and a complicated relationship between two brothers and the village they’ve lived in for over 400 years. The Adams brothers were born in Eyam and with the help of the ancestors of the town’s oldest families, they have continued to call Eyam their home ever since their secret was discovered. With Isaac serving as one of the village physicians and Matthew acting as a handyman when not bartending, the brothers have maintained a comfortable existence and become an integral part of the community. Until a sheep is found mutilated the morning after a full moon and a few of the townspeople in the know begin to question whether or not the brothers are responsible. They are werewolves, after all.
I enjoyed getting to see how strong the relationship between Matthew and Isaac was. To tell the truth, there was far more of a focus on their relationship than I would have expected from an Ellora’s Cave book but that didn’t make it any less enjoyable. When the sheep is slaughtered, the brothers find out just how loyal their close friends are. And while it was frustrating for them to learn that some villagers were suspicious of them, they understood how things looked. I liked that Felthouse was able to show how a few misguided individuals could cause suspicions to run rampant when there was no foundation for them. Despite having spent 400 years avoiding romantic entanglements with village residents, the stress of the situation sent them both into the arms of someone living in Eyam. Whereas Matthew’s encounters were with a woman on holiday for a month who was as insatiable sexually as he was, Isaac found himself attracted to a new resident of the town and began seeing Nathan despite his better judgment. The sex scenes in both cases were steamy. I did feel that there was a lack of relationship development shown between Isaac and Nathan, especially as we learn from a conversation towards the end of the book that they began seeing one another regularly. Although glad that the culprit behind the sheep slaughtering was apprehended, it wasn’t quite as dramatic of a reveal as I expected. The end of Pack of Lies at least pointed to a hopeful future for the brothers and I would be delighted to read its sequel should the author write one.
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Angela at Crystal's Many Reviewers!
I enjoyed getting to see how strong the relationship between Matthew and Isaac was. To tell the truth, there was far more of a focus on their relationship than I would have expected from an Ellora’s Cave book but that didn’t make it any less enjoyable. When the sheep is slaughtered, the brothers find out just how loyal their close friends are. And while it was frustrating for them to learn that some villagers were suspicious of them, they understood how things looked. I liked that Felthouse was able to show how a few misguided individuals could cause suspicions to run rampant when there was no foundation for them. Despite having spent 400 years avoiding romantic entanglements with village residents, the stress of the situation sent them both into the arms of someone living in Eyam. Whereas Matthew’s encounters were with a woman on holiday for a month who was as insatiable sexually as he was, Isaac found himself attracted to a new resident of the town and began seeing Nathan despite his better judgment. The sex scenes in both cases were steamy. I did feel that there was a lack of relationship development shown between Isaac and Nathan, especially as we learn from a conversation towards the end of the book that they began seeing one another regularly. Although glad that the culprit behind the sheep slaughtering was apprehended, it wasn’t quite as dramatic of a reveal as I expected. The end of Pack of Lies at least pointed to a hopeful future for the brothers and I would be delighted to read its sequel should the author write one.
I received a complimentary copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Reviewed by Angela at Crystal's Many Reviewers!
November 23, 2014
I would honestly give this book a 3.5, I feel it was a decent read.
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review, Lovers of paranormal, LOP.
I don't know what I was expecting when I started this book, therefore I went into it blindly. I found it hard to focus on it because it seemed like a mystery novel, initially, which I was cool with. Then it semi-deviated and there is a lot of time, attention and detail given to the sexual escapades of our main characters, werewolf brothers Matthew and Isaac. Again, not a problem. But I was left with a lot of questions about the crimes being committed and was not given a whole lot in the way of answers (or even hints) until the end of the book. And by end of the book I mean, literally, last 10 pages or so? The brothers did not even find the culprit, the towns people happened upon them.
I will say this, the author did a wonderful job of world building. A lot of time was given into building a town with a history and people who were affected by it. Unfortunately, I feel as if the characters could be more completely shown to us, that might of allowed me to invest in one of them. Matthew and Isaac are wonderful characters, I just never got the oppertunity to really care about 'em; instead I was given a very pleasant snapshot. All in all, a decent read.
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review, Lovers of paranormal, LOP.
I don't know what I was expecting when I started this book, therefore I went into it blindly. I found it hard to focus on it because it seemed like a mystery novel, initially, which I was cool with. Then it semi-deviated and there is a lot of time, attention and detail given to the sexual escapades of our main characters, werewolf brothers Matthew and Isaac. Again, not a problem. But I was left with a lot of questions about the crimes being committed and was not given a whole lot in the way of answers (or even hints) until the end of the book. And by end of the book I mean, literally, last 10 pages or so? The brothers did not even find the culprit, the towns people happened upon them.
I will say this, the author did a wonderful job of world building. A lot of time was given into building a town with a history and people who were affected by it. Unfortunately, I feel as if the characters could be more completely shown to us, that might of allowed me to invest in one of them. Matthew and Isaac are wonderful characters, I just never got the oppertunity to really care about 'em; instead I was given a very pleasant snapshot. All in all, a decent read.
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November 20, 2014
I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review, Lovers of paranormal, LOP.
This book was ok. I struggled getting into it as I felt that there was a lot of information on the history of the town and the brothers and not so much on the current situations. I felt like the characters were never really explored fully. The whole premise seemed to be their dedication to staying in their lifelong home town. The relationships felt forced and awkward. When I finished the book I sat there wondering what the whole plot had been, as there was no real excitement.
This book was ok. I struggled getting into it as I felt that there was a lot of information on the history of the town and the brothers and not so much on the current situations. I felt like the characters were never really explored fully. The whole premise seemed to be their dedication to staying in their lifelong home town. The relationships felt forced and awkward. When I finished the book I sat there wondering what the whole plot had been, as there was no real excitement.
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