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Wintr's Homecoming: Secrets
Jinx Wintr was perfectly willing to be the get away driver should her friend, Nicole, decide to bolt on the eve of her wedding. Instead Jinx found herself running into old acquaintances and discovering an unwelcome surprise.
Dominic Lowell had changed. He no longer lived for the adventure. He yearned for a home. Only now he was hoping to build those things with her. Faced with the remnants of a childhood crush and the fear that history would repeat itself.
Should she continue to exist with a closed heart or should she trust the love of her wolf?
Dominic Lowell had changed. He no longer lived for the adventure. He yearned for a home. Only now he was hoping to build those things with her. Faced with the remnants of a childhood crush and the fear that history would repeat itself.
Should she continue to exist with a closed heart or should she trust the love of her wolf?
- GenresParanormalFantasy
352 pages, Paperback
First published June 3, 2015
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Jen A. Durand
37 books77 followersJen A Durand was born in New York. Her parents were immigrants turned citizens. She was raised in South Carolina by a single mother. One of five children and a current graduate student, she currently lives in NY with her books and wine. She writes as a release. She loves to read and wants to contribute to the literary world by providing a different view point. Plus, she has a lot of school debt. Joking! But not really. If you want to know more please visit www.DurandPublishing.net
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May 6, 2017
In this case do not judge the book by its cover.
Looking to get out of a wedding with your one true mate? Yeah then Jinx is your wheels even if you don't want to she'll bail you out.
There is one tinny tiny issue her high school crush is involved and her friend does actually want to mate with Julian.
What's a lass to do? Jinx is to go with the flow and gets herself some wolf loving.
Our Hero Dominic wolf is in security and has been given a case by the council. Others/Weres are missing and that kept the book upbeat, interesting and a good and solid read.
The author creates a fan paranormal/shifter book which keeps you on the edge of your seat. I enjoyed the writing and the characters but I got to say not all was rainbows and sparkles. Jinx ruined it for me with all her pessimism and anti-mateism. I get it but on top of that her commitment issues made it hard to deal with IMO at least. Jinx has also been avoiding her powers but it is time to change that.
I was confused when a childhood memory of Jinx’s was bought up. I’d thought that I’d missed something so I reread the passage again. We also read what is happening to the missing Others/Weres the transition here needs to flow smoother than it does. But this again is just my personally opinion.
All in all? A book I would recommend even if it isn’t entirely my cuppa of tea. But an author to watch out for.
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Book received by author in exchange for an honest review.
May 5, 2017
I no longer read about werewolves, monsters or vampires. In my defence, I had my share of those supernatural creatures in the Twilight series, but when author Jen A. Durand suggested one of her books to me, I went for it.
And let me tell you this... Dominic and Jinx are everything I never expected.
Jinx, commitment, relationships and love are words that do not come in the same sentence.
When her friend Nicole invited her to her wedding in the mountains, Jinx was determined to put some sense in her friend's head and prevent her from making a big mistake. Getting married in the middle of nowhere to a man Nicole barley knew was calling for disaster and Jinx won't sit and see her friend getting hurt.
But when Jinx arrived at her friend's house, she never thought she'd have to face an old flame and have all the secrets she hid well revealed.
When she was young, Jinx once used her supernatural gift as a Grand Bois and saved the Lowell family's life, Dominic Lowell and his cousin Julian became then like family to her.
Having a crush on Dominic and falling in love with him soon was going to be replaced with heartbreak as he suddenly decided to leave.
Now after almost a decade and with the preparations to her friend's wedding, Jinx had to fight both her memories and feelings for Dominic.
She knew better than to fall for a wolf and get the mark that would change her life, but those piercing blue eyes, those abs and that virility were really worth the risk.
“I think I should send you home.” Jinx leaned forward and placed a hand on his shoulder as she placed a gentle kiss on his neck. The feel of his pulse beneath her lips was like a rush. It beat so fast she could barely believe the effect she was having on him. She pressed her tongue against his skin and dragged a lazy trail
up to his ear before she nipped at its edge. “That would be a waste of what seems to be a very nice erection.”
Wintr's Homecoming: Secrets isn't your normal sweet love story, it's a book full of secrets suspense and heat that would light your curiosity.
“He would not be just a protector...
Or just a lover...
Dominic would be her partner.
The alpha in him should have reared its head and demanded a show of dominance, but instead his wolf lay still. It did not pace, but it waited to pounce. to take what was offered, instead of demanding it all.”
I so much loved the author's creativity and imagination in giving birth to such a complicated but loveable story where wolves aren't about hunting but rather about saving lives and making dreams come ture.
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June 29, 2017
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April 5, 2017
Another first in a series by Jen Durand that I found very appealing.
Jinx is the main character who is loaded with sass and attitude. I'm sure if she were my friend I would love her honesty and loyalty yet there would definitely would want to slap her. She is on her way to her best friends wedding to try and talk her out of it. But she gets a surprise and things get very interesting.
There is a lot of introductions going on in this book yet they are very easy to follow. There are a variety of paranormal characters with different abilities and humans who are out to discover how to obtain them. In addition to a wonderful story line we do get our romance. Werewolves and mate marks are just the icing on the cake...so to speak.
The author provides us with some great things to mull over and gives us an ending that is sure to bring you back for more. This is a great beginning to a series that I have high hopes for. Once again my only complaint is that the book needs to be edited more, but even with that said it does not take away from any of the adventure, suspense and romance that is there for all to enjoy.
Note: I think this should be considered for those over 18.
Jinx is the main character who is loaded with sass and attitude. I'm sure if she were my friend I would love her honesty and loyalty yet there would definitely would want to slap her. She is on her way to her best friends wedding to try and talk her out of it. But she gets a surprise and things get very interesting.
There is a lot of introductions going on in this book yet they are very easy to follow. There are a variety of paranormal characters with different abilities and humans who are out to discover how to obtain them. In addition to a wonderful story line we do get our romance. Werewolves and mate marks are just the icing on the cake...so to speak.
The author provides us with some great things to mull over and gives us an ending that is sure to bring you back for more. This is a great beginning to a series that I have high hopes for. Once again my only complaint is that the book needs to be edited more, but even with that said it does not take away from any of the adventure, suspense and romance that is there for all to enjoy.
Note: I think this should be considered for those over 18.
January 4, 2020
I really loved this story and for me it was a page-turner, impossible to put down until I had finished it book. I like this author’s writing style and love that she is able to write different genres so well. This is the first paranormal story that I have read by her. The plot is wonderful and a little different to most of the other books I’ve read. The characters have great depth to them with believable dialogue. Looking forward to book 2 in the series now.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 15, 2017
Jinx Wintr was determined to convince her friend, Nicole, to give up on getting married and return home. But, when she learns her past; the past she left behind, is now part of her friend's future, how can she possibly turn her back on her friend, especially when she's witnessed the destruction being the mate of a werewolf can be? However, she never imagined herself falling in love with her old crush. Will she turn her back on her mate, Dominic, or will she give him the happy ever after he's desperately hoping for?
I haven't read a lot of Paranormal Romance lately, so this story was a real treat to read. Due to the fascinating main and secondary characters, the history between the hero and heroine, the heroine's fear of relationships and the trouble the characters face because of a sadistic person that wants to discover all they can about the paranormal world. Will the heroine embrace her paranormal side to help the hero, or will she continue to live without acknowledging her abilities?
As for the dialogue, it was intense due to the investigation into the missing weres and other paranormals that turns out to be a lot worse than what Dominic and the others first assumed. Moreover, the heroine's pessimism when it comes to relationships also plays a huge part throughout and had me wondering if Dominic could overcome the heroine's aversion to letting him in. However, in saying that, I could understand why Jinx was so against relationships with weres, because she doesn't want to end up like her mom who struggled and still struggles after the death of her husband. She's the shell of the strong woman her mom used to be. How can Jinx even think about giving Dominic a chance after witnessing what her mom went through?
While Dominic, he's kind and caring towards Jinx's friends and I enjoyed how he won them both over so easily, as they want Jinx to find happiness. Also, he's confident and I liked how determined he was to win Jinx over, because he realizes what a battle he faces when she talks about her mother and father and how the mating between a wolf and his mate is both a curse and a blessing. But what I liked most of all about the hero is that he let didn't limit Jinx when she would be an asset in taking down those responsible for kidnapping weres. She needed to be involved to make her realize that just because her parents relationship took such a horrible turn when her father died, it doesn't mean that the same thing will happen to her and the man she falls in love with, if he happened to be a were.
Overall, this book was a really good start to this series for many reasons. Such as it introduces readers to two wonderful main characters as well as an array of secondary ones; there's really strong chemistry between the hero and heroine that illustrates Jinx may not have gotten over the crush she once had on Dominic; and the ending left me completely satisfied because of how far Jinx went to protect her man. Seriously, she is quite scary when she's at full power. Then there's what happens with Livia right at the end that left me completely intrigued and wondering what Livia would do. I would recommend Wintr's Homecoming by Jen A. Durand, if you enjoy paranormal romance.
March 14, 2017
TITLE OF BOOK: WINTR’S HOMECOMING: SECRETS
AUTHOR OF BOOK: JEN A. DURAND
READ BOOK: MARCH 7, 2017 – MARCH 8, 2017
OH, WHAT A TANGLED WEB WE WEAVE!!!!!
This is my first book to read by Jen A. Durand. Looking past the errors in the book that in no way took away from the story, I was able to find a very good story and characters that you can’t help but like. So, I would definitely recommend this book to anybody 18 and over and who is a lover of the paranormal romance with lots of good loving, romance, mystery, and intrigue.
Jinx Wintr is Grand Bios which means that she can use the elements to see the future and can use it for other things. Her friends do not know what she is or that she is one of the last of her kind and once she come of age she will become immortal and quit aging. So, that is why she is working hard to get her business in order so she can disappear and become off the grid. But at the beginning of the book her biggest problem is that her best friend is marrying a wolf shifter. And she is hoping to convince her not to marry him. She is traveling with her friend Olivia who is pregnant and won’t tell nobody, yet everybody knows but Nicole because she is human. Jinx is won’t let on that she knows because it is Olivia’s story to tell and she doesn’t want to explain how she knows. Nicole is fixing to wed Julian a were wolf shifter and Jinx wants to stop her, but then once she gets back to Carina a small mountainside town in the middle of nowhere she finds that Nicole knows what Julian is and accepts his bond. Wanting to rescue her friend Jinx runs into the one person she never dreamed she would ever see again, and that was her childhood crush Dominic Lowell. She was too young for him when her father saved his and Julian’s life, but now she is older and is starting to see that her crush is still there. Will she let her fear of losing the one she loves like her mother did keep her from her loving?
Dominic Lowell is in Carina for the wedding of his cousin Julian to a human name Nicole, who Julian had m a bar quite by accident. What was to be a one night stand turned out to be he found his mate. Dominic and Julian run a security business but also work for the Council in keeping shifters and other magical beings secret. Now he is home and he is changing. He wants a home and a family. He had no idea that he would come face to face with Jinx Wintr after all these years. Now he wants that with her. But he is worried that history may repeat itself? Will Jinx give into her feelings for Dominic and accept his bond? Or will she run from him? Will Nicole be able to deal with the world she is marrying into once she finds out that there are more than just wolf shifters? How will she react when she finds out that her Jinx is a part of this world?
There is a lot of stories building in this book and you can’t help but get engrossed in the excitement as old friends find out that the friends they have known for years have magical secrets, and that one friend is hiding the fact she is pregnant and the father skipped town. It’s a wacky world and you will love it trust me.
No Spoilers.
AUTHOR OF BOOK: JEN A. DURAND
READ BOOK: MARCH 7, 2017 – MARCH 8, 2017
OH, WHAT A TANGLED WEB WE WEAVE!!!!!
This is my first book to read by Jen A. Durand. Looking past the errors in the book that in no way took away from the story, I was able to find a very good story and characters that you can’t help but like. So, I would definitely recommend this book to anybody 18 and over and who is a lover of the paranormal romance with lots of good loving, romance, mystery, and intrigue.
Jinx Wintr is Grand Bios which means that she can use the elements to see the future and can use it for other things. Her friends do not know what she is or that she is one of the last of her kind and once she come of age she will become immortal and quit aging. So, that is why she is working hard to get her business in order so she can disappear and become off the grid. But at the beginning of the book her biggest problem is that her best friend is marrying a wolf shifter. And she is hoping to convince her not to marry him. She is traveling with her friend Olivia who is pregnant and won’t tell nobody, yet everybody knows but Nicole because she is human. Jinx is won’t let on that she knows because it is Olivia’s story to tell and she doesn’t want to explain how she knows. Nicole is fixing to wed Julian a were wolf shifter and Jinx wants to stop her, but then once she gets back to Carina a small mountainside town in the middle of nowhere she finds that Nicole knows what Julian is and accepts his bond. Wanting to rescue her friend Jinx runs into the one person she never dreamed she would ever see again, and that was her childhood crush Dominic Lowell. She was too young for him when her father saved his and Julian’s life, but now she is older and is starting to see that her crush is still there. Will she let her fear of losing the one she loves like her mother did keep her from her loving?
Dominic Lowell is in Carina for the wedding of his cousin Julian to a human name Nicole, who Julian had m a bar quite by accident. What was to be a one night stand turned out to be he found his mate. Dominic and Julian run a security business but also work for the Council in keeping shifters and other magical beings secret. Now he is home and he is changing. He wants a home and a family. He had no idea that he would come face to face with Jinx Wintr after all these years. Now he wants that with her. But he is worried that history may repeat itself? Will Jinx give into her feelings for Dominic and accept his bond? Or will she run from him? Will Nicole be able to deal with the world she is marrying into once she finds out that there are more than just wolf shifters? How will she react when she finds out that her Jinx is a part of this world?
There is a lot of stories building in this book and you can’t help but get engrossed in the excitement as old friends find out that the friends they have known for years have magical secrets, and that one friend is hiding the fact she is pregnant and the father skipped town. It’s a wacky world and you will love it trust me.
No Spoilers.
December 4, 2019
I'm pleasantly surprised with this book. It was really good. Has a great plot. The reason for four stars: not enough steam and needs a good proofreading.
I read an advanced copy of this book.
I read an advanced copy of this book.
March 6, 2020
Nicole was smitten and planning an intimate yet full of plans wedding. 5 months. Her friend Livia was determined to be supportive.
Jinx, however, was determined to try to bring some common sense to the situation. To encourage Nicole to enjoy the great sex, but get to know the guy better first.
A few things happened. Jinx saw Dominic con the den, then Julian in the kitchen. She realized it really was a mate mark she noticed on Nicole. The duo in the kitchen with them were werewolves and they had known Jinx since she was a child. And the threat to Nicole was very real to Jinx, but not what she had anticipated
How do you explain to close friends who are not supernatural that the big secrets shared by you and others they hold dear could be deadly to them? How long can anyone fight a tru mate bond? Is it worth the effort?
Danger lies close and for more than a few supernaturals, Can they hold things together to avoid slaughters and bad information coming out?
Love , long life bonds, and mass destruction. Not the best and most fun setting for romance- and a heck of a fun series to read!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jinx, however, was determined to try to bring some common sense to the situation. To encourage Nicole to enjoy the great sex, but get to know the guy better first.
A few things happened. Jinx saw Dominic con the den, then Julian in the kitchen. She realized it really was a mate mark she noticed on Nicole. The duo in the kitchen with them were werewolves and they had known Jinx since she was a child. And the threat to Nicole was very real to Jinx, but not what she had anticipated
How do you explain to close friends who are not supernatural that the big secrets shared by you and others they hold dear could be deadly to them? How long can anyone fight a tru mate bond? Is it worth the effort?
Danger lies close and for more than a few supernaturals, Can they hold things together to avoid slaughters and bad information coming out?
Love , long life bonds, and mass destruction. Not the best and most fun setting for romance- and a heck of a fun series to read!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 18, 2019
Wintr's Homecoming
I found it hard to put this book down. I just needed to know what happened next. Jinx is a strong character, whom you will love. Dominic is lucky he likes a challenge. This was a great story and I recommend it , it does leave you on a cliff hanger, but The next book is out! It flowed well and I liked how you got a bit of everyone's point of view. I think that helped with the flow of the story.
I found it hard to put this book down. I just needed to know what happened next. Jinx is a strong character, whom you will love. Dominic is lucky he likes a challenge. This was a great story and I recommend it , it does leave you on a cliff hanger, but The next book is out! It flowed well and I liked how you got a bit of everyone's point of view. I think that helped with the flow of the story.
April 18, 2017
This is my first book by Jen A. Durand and wow!! I'm not usually into the Shifter Romances but this story completely blew me away and had me enraptured from the very beginning and didn't let me go until the very end. Stellar writing and detailed/complex characters along with off the charts sexual chemistries all made for one epic romance!
Jinx has abilities that allow her to manipulate elements to see the future and once she comes of age, she'll stop aging. As she knows her best friend, Nicole's, "secrets", she goes with Nicole to Carina in order to help her stop the wedding...should she need to...but the surprise is on Jinx when she realizes Nicole knows more than she lets on and is more than ok with her fiancee's secret side. What she's not expecting is to run into her past crush...Dominic Lowell.
Dominic isn't expecting Jinx and all that she makes him want and feel. He has a job to do, people to protect and secrets that need to be kept just that...secret. Will Jinx be willing or able to accept his bond?
It's an AMAZING start to the series and I couldn't not put it down once I started reading it. I was completely surprised to enjoy a Shifter Story and if it weren't for the editing errors, I would have given this 5 stars. While the errors don't take away from story, it does distract you a bit when you are so immersed in the story.
A definite must read for those who enjoy Sexy Shifter paranormal romances...especially when they entail not only sexy scenes and topics but heart warming romance as well!
I voluntarily received an ARC for my honest review.
Jinx has abilities that allow her to manipulate elements to see the future and once she comes of age, she'll stop aging. As she knows her best friend, Nicole's, "secrets", she goes with Nicole to Carina in order to help her stop the wedding...should she need to...but the surprise is on Jinx when she realizes Nicole knows more than she lets on and is more than ok with her fiancee's secret side. What she's not expecting is to run into her past crush...Dominic Lowell.
Dominic isn't expecting Jinx and all that she makes him want and feel. He has a job to do, people to protect and secrets that need to be kept just that...secret. Will Jinx be willing or able to accept his bond?
It's an AMAZING start to the series and I couldn't not put it down once I started reading it. I was completely surprised to enjoy a Shifter Story and if it weren't for the editing errors, I would have given this 5 stars. While the errors don't take away from story, it does distract you a bit when you are so immersed in the story.
A definite must read for those who enjoy Sexy Shifter paranormal romances...especially when they entail not only sexy scenes and topics but heart warming romance as well!
I voluntarily received an ARC for my honest review.
May 14, 2017
Got this in exchange for an honest review. I enjoyed this immensely. First off, Jinx is me. A mouthy, opinionated, brat that hates the world and everything in it, but will protect the ones I love. I was drawn to her immediately. She was hilarious and her banter with all the other characters were great. I didn't connect with her other two friends, so Nicole and Livia didn't intrigue me, but I am interested in her story with Sei. Anyways, this book has everything. It started out as a normal romantic comedy where I thought Nicole was the subject of this story, but all that changed when Jinx and Livia had to meet Nicole's fiance. Then the story took a turn with magic, werewolves, vampires and experiments to steal their power and I was just like hold up!!!!! IT'S A PARANORMAL STORY!!! That made me enjoy it even more. We then meet Dominic who knew Jinx from the time she was a little magic baby. Apparently Jinx had been harboring some strong feelings for this sexy werewolf, but she's scared because of what happened to her mom. Well trouble ensued. Some kidnappings happened and brought these two closer for their happily ever after. This is a great read if you enjoy, laughter, hot steamy sex, supernatural elements and a mouthy heroine. I'm thinking I will definitely continue this series. This got 3 stars for me because the copy I had was riddle with grammar and editing errors, which made it sometimes hard for me to follow the story.
May 6, 2017
I received Wintr's Homecoming from the author for an honest review.
When Ms Durand asked me to have a read of one of her books, I jumped at the chance and didn't regret it. It was a fun paranormal story for a more mature reader given the adult content. Loved the characters and the plot.
Jinx, a Grand Bois (draws power from the elements) is on a mission to save her best friend, Nicole from making what she considers a huge mistake- marrying someone she has only just met. Little does Jinx know that this 'someone' is someone connected to her past. In fact, her friend has been 'marked' as a werewolf's mate. Not only,this particular werewolf is none other than the cousin of Dominic, Jinx's childhood crush, wait for it, also a werewolf! It seems they were destined to meet again. Could this lead to romance? Read to find out!!!
In the meantime,poor Dominic has a lot on his plate! On top of Jinx proving to be quite a handful, he has to investigate the mysterious disappearance of other supernatural beings. The book combines an intiguing mystery with lighthearted romance,twists and turns and ends with a cliffhanger. Gripping stuff!
Can't wait for the next installment which will hopefully continue with Jinx's other friend, Livia's story. Not to give too much away, I'll only say that Livia also has a lot to deal with. She's alone and pregnant!
When Ms Durand asked me to have a read of one of her books, I jumped at the chance and didn't regret it. It was a fun paranormal story for a more mature reader given the adult content. Loved the characters and the plot.
Jinx, a Grand Bois (draws power from the elements) is on a mission to save her best friend, Nicole from making what she considers a huge mistake- marrying someone she has only just met. Little does Jinx know that this 'someone' is someone connected to her past. In fact, her friend has been 'marked' as a werewolf's mate. Not only,this particular werewolf is none other than the cousin of Dominic, Jinx's childhood crush, wait for it, also a werewolf! It seems they were destined to meet again. Could this lead to romance? Read to find out!!!
In the meantime,poor Dominic has a lot on his plate! On top of Jinx proving to be quite a handful, he has to investigate the mysterious disappearance of other supernatural beings. The book combines an intiguing mystery with lighthearted romance,twists and turns and ends with a cliffhanger. Gripping stuff!
Can't wait for the next installment which will hopefully continue with Jinx's other friend, Livia's story. Not to give too much away, I'll only say that Livia also has a lot to deal with. She's alone and pregnant!
May 15, 2017
Jinx came kicking and screaming to her friend's wedding. She had reason to reject the idea of an HEA, especially when the couple had only known each other a short while. Yet, here she was, one friend had been deserted by her lover, why should she think this wedding would work? She was even more determined to stop it when her childhood crush showed up as the friend of the groom.
Dominic looked as good as he had all those years ago. That was not what was so startling. She knew he wouldn't show his age. Werewolves didn't. While she wasn't like him, she wasn't human either. Nor was she going to be sucked back into the PNR world.
This is a new author for me and a really enjoyed her PNR world and the new beings, at least new to me. She has some nasty bad guys who think they can do whatever they want to "creatures", a council in charge of protecting the PNR beings, as well as hunky protectors. She has given strong sexy guys and gals who don't make romance easy, but it is hot.
While this may be my first book by the author, it will surely not be my last. A recommend from me.
I voluntarily reviewed this advanced reader copy and I have not been compensated in any way.
Dominic looked as good as he had all those years ago. That was not what was so startling. She knew he wouldn't show his age. Werewolves didn't. While she wasn't like him, she wasn't human either. Nor was she going to be sucked back into the PNR world.
This is a new author for me and a really enjoyed her PNR world and the new beings, at least new to me. She has some nasty bad guys who think they can do whatever they want to "creatures", a council in charge of protecting the PNR beings, as well as hunky protectors. She has given strong sexy guys and gals who don't make romance easy, but it is hot.
While this may be my first book by the author, it will surely not be my last. A recommend from me.
I voluntarily reviewed this advanced reader copy and I have not been compensated in any way.
June 1, 2017
Wintr's Homecoming is my first book by Jen A Durand, but it will not be my last! In this book we follow Jinx Wintr as she goes to attend her best friend, Nicole's, wedding, or to try to talk her out of the wedding. It starts out to be so innocent, but this book quickly turns into something else entirely. I had previously quit reading paranormal type books because of some bad experiences with them, but this one kind of revived the interest I had in the genre. I really love how the characters were all distinctly different, and they were all diverse characters. I really enjoyed Jinx and Dominic's development through the story, both as individuals and a team. I also really enjoyed Livia's development as well, but Nicole fell a little flat for me. Maybe in the next book, she will shine a little more. The beginning of the story was kind of slow in terms of plot, but it picked up, and then it gained more of my interest. There are a lot of characters and Durand manages to give us all the stories for each character and their backgrounds with never having the "info dump" that is in most books with new characters. I loved that. This book left me hanging in the best way, and I cannot wait to read the sequel to see what is going to happen.
September 16, 2017
Wintr's Homecoming: Secrets ( Secrets, Lies, and Betrayals Book 1)
No Spoiler Alerts : I love reading and I am so glad that found a new favorite author Jen A Durand !!! This book caught my attention from the first few sentences until the very end ....
the chemistry between the friends and especially between Jinx and Dominic the two main characters was an amazing plus!!! The twist and turns kept me on my toes and even having the flu and trying my hardest to read when my head was killing me could not stop me from putting my iPad down, my husband was always placing it away in fear that I would break it when I fell asleep,but I would always find it when I awoke and I would start reading it as soon as I could!!!
So glad I am starting to feel a little better, I can start the next book.... !!!
This is a must read book and series!!! You will not be disappointed and if you like paranormal as much as I do and Romance in the mix then it's for you, I think it's more for adults... unless you feel your teenager is adult like and mature....
well gotta go read the next book ..
Loved this book !!!!
No Spoiler Alerts : I love reading and I am so glad that found a new favorite author Jen A Durand !!! This book caught my attention from the first few sentences until the very end ....
the chemistry between the friends and especially between Jinx and Dominic the two main characters was an amazing plus!!! The twist and turns kept me on my toes and even having the flu and trying my hardest to read when my head was killing me could not stop me from putting my iPad down, my husband was always placing it away in fear that I would break it when I fell asleep,but I would always find it when I awoke and I would start reading it as soon as I could!!!
So glad I am starting to feel a little better, I can start the next book.... !!!
This is a must read book and series!!! You will not be disappointed and if you like paranormal as much as I do and Romance in the mix then it's for you, I think it's more for adults... unless you feel your teenager is adult like and mature....
well gotta go read the next book ..
Loved this book !!!!
March 7, 2017
Uniquely Different New Series!
I already owned books #2 - #4 of this new shifter/fantasy series, when I received a copy of this first book from the Author which allowed me to start reading the series without any further delays. I have been very pleased, since it is a wonderful story with a distinctive plot, unlike anything I have read before and therefore even more enjoyable. The storyline is well thought out and written. The characters are well-defined, with very good dialog and the book flows along nicely. It incorporates not only humans and animal shifters, but also various otherworldly creatures. I do need to point out that this book does have some typos/grammatical errors, however they in no way detract from the creativity or imagination of this author’s incredible work. Additionally, if one is an avid reader then one will likely skip right over most of these minor issues anyways. I would highly recommend this book and look forward to reading the rest of this series and any additional works by this author. Enjoy and Good Reading!
I already owned books #2 - #4 of this new shifter/fantasy series, when I received a copy of this first book from the Author which allowed me to start reading the series without any further delays. I have been very pleased, since it is a wonderful story with a distinctive plot, unlike anything I have read before and therefore even more enjoyable. The storyline is well thought out and written. The characters are well-defined, with very good dialog and the book flows along nicely. It incorporates not only humans and animal shifters, but also various otherworldly creatures. I do need to point out that this book does have some typos/grammatical errors, however they in no way detract from the creativity or imagination of this author’s incredible work. Additionally, if one is an avid reader then one will likely skip right over most of these minor issues anyways. I would highly recommend this book and look forward to reading the rest of this series and any additional works by this author. Enjoy and Good Reading!
March 31, 2017
Wintr's Homecoming by Jen A. Durand
Bit out of my comfort zone but like to change things up a bit. Right off the bat I'm reminded of the wolves in Forks, WA from Twilight that we visited a few times. Book starts out with books in the series, a summary of their plot.
Book starts out where Jinx and Livia have arrived to visit and attend the wedding of their best friend Nicole. Jinx is really against the whole thing as Nicole has only just met the man, and a few months later she wants to marry him.
Like that the book explains about some terminology at the very beginning so you are not left in the dark. Lots of characters in this book but easy to keep track of as they are associated with different groups of people.
Love reading about this genre from time and time. Love the telepathic powers and other things new to me and how they work in the book.
Lots of action, travel and understanding about the Weres and Bois. It's a whole new world out there!
Excerpt from the next is included.
I received this book from the author and this is my honest review
Bit out of my comfort zone but like to change things up a bit. Right off the bat I'm reminded of the wolves in Forks, WA from Twilight that we visited a few times. Book starts out with books in the series, a summary of their plot.
Book starts out where Jinx and Livia have arrived to visit and attend the wedding of their best friend Nicole. Jinx is really against the whole thing as Nicole has only just met the man, and a few months later she wants to marry him.
Like that the book explains about some terminology at the very beginning so you are not left in the dark. Lots of characters in this book but easy to keep track of as they are associated with different groups of people.
Love reading about this genre from time and time. Love the telepathic powers and other things new to me and how they work in the book.
Lots of action, travel and understanding about the Weres and Bois. It's a whole new world out there!
Excerpt from the next is included.
I received this book from the author and this is my honest review
May 27, 2017
Jinx Wintr has successfully moved on from her past and made a new life for herself away from the paranormal, or so she thought. When her best friend Nicole calls to announce her out-of-the-blue wedding, Jinx plans to talk some sense into her friend and have her return home to New York. The last thing she expects is to be confronted by her past.
Dominic Lowell hasn't seen Jinx in years and is shocked when she walks back into this life. She has grown into an attractive woman and what started as a childhood crush has developed into something much more serious. While Dominic is ready to settle down with his mate, Jinx is ready to run again. When Dominic's job requires him to travel to N.Y. he knows this is his chance to prove to Jinx that they belong together even with all of her misgivings about being his true mate.
This is the first book that I've read by this author and I found it to be quite enjoyable. The characters are well developed and likable and the pace of the book moves along nicely.
Dominic Lowell hasn't seen Jinx in years and is shocked when she walks back into this life. She has grown into an attractive woman and what started as a childhood crush has developed into something much more serious. While Dominic is ready to settle down with his mate, Jinx is ready to run again. When Dominic's job requires him to travel to N.Y. he knows this is his chance to prove to Jinx that they belong together even with all of her misgivings about being his true mate.
This is the first book that I've read by this author and I found it to be quite enjoyable. The characters are well developed and likable and the pace of the book moves along nicely.
August 6, 2017
**I was given this book by the author for an honest review**
first off the story was really good but the grammer and structuring were so atrocious that it disrupted the flow of the story.. and sometimes made it hard to tell who was speaking. it also felt like there should have been a previous book because of the characters julian and nicole.. I'd be interested to read a novella of their meeting and her reaction to discovering their world...now, Jinx is a character that is very ambitious in her life but because of past tragedy is afraid of happiness.. I think part of her knew Dominic was her mate even when she was young simply because of the strong connection they shared.. as for the alpha wolf I think he handled things very well with reigning in his dominant tendencies for Jinx's sake. sometimes it takes a stronger man to hold back than it does to take charge. on another note..I'm super interested to find out what kind of shifter Sei is and what Livia's baby will be.. and of course her reaction to their world...
first off the story was really good but the grammer and structuring were so atrocious that it disrupted the flow of the story.. and sometimes made it hard to tell who was speaking. it also felt like there should have been a previous book because of the characters julian and nicole.. I'd be interested to read a novella of their meeting and her reaction to discovering their world...now, Jinx is a character that is very ambitious in her life but because of past tragedy is afraid of happiness.. I think part of her knew Dominic was her mate even when she was young simply because of the strong connection they shared.. as for the alpha wolf I think he handled things very well with reigning in his dominant tendencies for Jinx's sake. sometimes it takes a stronger man to hold back than it does to take charge. on another note..I'm super interested to find out what kind of shifter Sei is and what Livia's baby will be.. and of course her reaction to their world...
May 6, 2017
Wintr's Homecoming
I haven't read anything by this author before but I enjoyed reading this book. I gave it a 4 rating because it needs some serious help with editing. If you can get past that the storyline is good. It starts with two friends (Jinx & Livia) visiting their friend from the city who has come to a secluded area to study wolves for her thesis and has managed to get herself mated. Jinx & Livia have come to participate in her wedding. When Jinx meets the bridegroom, Julian she realizes that he and his cousin are ghosts from her past, one she has worked hard to keep hidden. This sets up her reunion with the cousin and ends with her fleeing back to the city. The story really develops at this point and manages to include sex, romance and missing weres (as in paranormal creatures). It ends in a bit of a cliffhanger, which no doubt sets up the next book but at least it isn't a bad one.
I haven't read anything by this author before but I enjoyed reading this book. I gave it a 4 rating because it needs some serious help with editing. If you can get past that the storyline is good. It starts with two friends (Jinx & Livia) visiting their friend from the city who has come to a secluded area to study wolves for her thesis and has managed to get herself mated. Jinx & Livia have come to participate in her wedding. When Jinx meets the bridegroom, Julian she realizes that he and his cousin are ghosts from her past, one she has worked hard to keep hidden. This sets up her reunion with the cousin and ends with her fleeing back to the city. The story really develops at this point and manages to include sex, romance and missing weres (as in paranormal creatures). It ends in a bit of a cliffhanger, which no doubt sets up the next book but at least it isn't a bad one.
May 29, 2017
My first read by Jen A Durand but certainly won't be my last . I loved this combination of paranormal & mystery . Jinx Wintr is heading to her friends wedding with the intention of talking her out of it but when she meets the bridegroom she realises her past has caught up with her in a big way & the secret shes worked so hard to keep will be out in the open to at least one of her closest friends . Julien & Dominic are both wolf shifters & a big part of Jinx's past , they are also part of the reason she left that life . A one night stand with Dominic forces Jinx to face one of her biggest fears & when he moves to New York not only to be closer to Jinx but to help track missing shifters life will never be the same for Jinx again . Loved the characters Jen A Durand has created you get a great sense of who they all are & the fact she ends the book where she does leaves you heading to Amazon to one click the next as quick as you can , the need to know is strong .
May 30, 2017
Title: Wintr’s Homecoming: Secrets
Author: Jen A Durand
Genre: Adult, Paranormal, Romance
Format: Ebook
Pages: 322
Rating: 4
Heat: 5
Thoughts: Warning, there is a cliffhanger! It’s not a huge one, but you will want the next book. This was very enjoyable, Jinx is hilarious (especially when she’s drunk). She doesn’t seem to have a filter of any kind, which is one of my favorite types of character. I also call dibs on Dominic, swoon. And he’s a wolf, so definite bonus there! What’s nice is that this story isn’t really a romance story, yes, there is romance but it doesn’t seem to be the main story. I like stories like this, there’s suspense/mystery with a bit of romance. I look forward to reading the next book!
Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work and chose to write a review.
Author: Jen A Durand
Genre: Adult, Paranormal, Romance
Format: Ebook
Pages: 322
Rating: 4
Heat: 5
Thoughts: Warning, there is a cliffhanger! It’s not a huge one, but you will want the next book. This was very enjoyable, Jinx is hilarious (especially when she’s drunk). She doesn’t seem to have a filter of any kind, which is one of my favorite types of character. I also call dibs on Dominic, swoon. And he’s a wolf, so definite bonus there! What’s nice is that this story isn’t really a romance story, yes, there is romance but it doesn’t seem to be the main story. I like stories like this, there’s suspense/mystery with a bit of romance. I look forward to reading the next book!
Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work and chose to write a review.
March 14, 2017
All Jinx Wintr wanted to do is talk her friend out of making a mistake. Jinx didn't want to go home yet here she was back again. To Jinx, love is trap to keep her distance from forever. Jinx never expected to run into her crush Dominic "Dom" Lowell. Dom can't quite believe that Jinx is back in their hometown. Dom is young and dumb any more he's all man. Jinx is caught between a rock and a hard place when it comes to love. Can Jinx move past her fears? Can Dom show Jinx not to be afraid? Your answers await you in Wintr's Homecoming:Secrets.
This new to me author presented an unique experience in storytelling. The characters and story were raw, real, honest, compelling, complex, bold, rich, charming, and determined. I look forward to more from this author and series.
This new to me author presented an unique experience in storytelling. The characters and story were raw, real, honest, compelling, complex, bold, rich, charming, and determined. I look forward to more from this author and series.
March 27, 2017
What a fun adventure this book sent me on.
This is the first book I have read by Ms. Durand and I was not disappointed. Jinx, the main character was hilarious, the unwanted opinions were refreshing. You would think the book was about love, it was but it included a nice suspenseful back story that helped develop the characters and also tie everyone together with the secrets they kept from one another. There are nice steamy love parts and some excitement as well. I only deducted a star, due to the editor not catching too many simple edits.
But if you want some love, laughs, and excitement this is the book for you. Oh and of course we can't forget the love of the paranormal world. I am off to gladly read the next book in the series.
This is the first book I have read by Ms. Durand and I was not disappointed. Jinx, the main character was hilarious, the unwanted opinions were refreshing. You would think the book was about love, it was but it included a nice suspenseful back story that helped develop the characters and also tie everyone together with the secrets they kept from one another. There are nice steamy love parts and some excitement as well. I only deducted a star, due to the editor not catching too many simple edits.
But if you want some love, laughs, and excitement this is the book for you. Oh and of course we can't forget the love of the paranormal world. I am off to gladly read the next book in the series.
April 2, 2017
This is the first book I read from this author and it definitely not going to be my last. I absolutely enjoyed this book. I found it to be very unique I also like that it wasn't your typical romance story which I totally found refreshing. It has action, suspense, and we can't forget steamy romance everything you need for a great read. Can I just say that Jinx has become one of my favorite heroine of all time while opinionated, feisty, and pessimistic she manage to make my bust out laughing with all her antics. Overall interesting and entertaining read and a great start for a new series. It does end on a cliffhanger but it only makes me more eager to find out what else is in store for this series. I voluntarily read and review this ARC I haven't been compensated in any way.
May 19, 2017
Wintr's Homecoming: Secrets (Secrets, Lies, and Betrayal Book 1) (Kindle Edition)
5 Stars
What a interesting story. Fell in Love with it.
Draws you in and keeps you intrigued.
A unique and addicting story
There is a lot going on and so many different points of view.
Dominic, werewolf and a truly lovable character.
Jinx a Grand Bois, is a complicated and Interesting character.
Livia is the shy good girl character and i just adore her and can't wait to find out more of what's to come with her.
So many different characters that your bound to love one or more.
Mature readers for sexual content.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book by its author.
Reviewer for Nook Books and More Blog.
R/R 5/5/17
5 Stars
What a interesting story. Fell in Love with it.
Draws you in and keeps you intrigued.
A unique and addicting story
There is a lot going on and so many different points of view.
Dominic, werewolf and a truly lovable character.
Jinx a Grand Bois, is a complicated and Interesting character.
Livia is the shy good girl character and i just adore her and can't wait to find out more of what's to come with her.
So many different characters that your bound to love one or more.
Mature readers for sexual content.
I voluntarily read and reviewed this book by its author.
Reviewer for Nook Books and More Blog.
R/R 5/5/17
June 1, 2017
Wintr's Homecoming: Secrets by Jen A. Durand is a good story about a young woman refusing her heritage, due to tragedy. When her best friend finds her fated mate, Jinx Wintr is reunited with some people from her past, and finds her own fated mate. But can a woman who turned her back on her own powers accept a mate, the one person that will complete her?
This story pulled me in very quickly, and held my attention throughout. The world is well-built, and the characters fully fleshed. The only detraction is the typographical and grammatical errors found throughout. I found I could overlook these for the story I was enjoying, but mention them because they bother some readers. I would gladly read more in this storyline, and more by this author.
This story pulled me in very quickly, and held my attention throughout. The world is well-built, and the characters fully fleshed. The only detraction is the typographical and grammatical errors found throughout. I found I could overlook these for the story I was enjoying, but mention them because they bother some readers. I would gladly read more in this storyline, and more by this author.
March 8, 2017
*I voluntarily read this book. All opinions stated are solely my own and no one else's*
This is the first book I've read by this author and she didn't disappoint.
I really enjoyed this book- it wasn't romantic or flowery. Jinx was feisty yet pessimistic but she made me laugh. The plot had lots of twists/ turns and there were moments my heart started racing.
The characters were unique especially, Jinx - watching her in action towards the end was amazing.
There were some grammatical errors and spelling issues but they didn't ruin the flow of the story.
An enjoyable read, can't wait to read the next.
This is the first book I've read by this author and she didn't disappoint.
I really enjoyed this book- it wasn't romantic or flowery. Jinx was feisty yet pessimistic but she made me laugh. The plot had lots of twists/ turns and there were moments my heart started racing.
The characters were unique especially, Jinx - watching her in action towards the end was amazing.
There were some grammatical errors and spelling issues but they didn't ruin the flow of the story.
An enjoyable read, can't wait to read the next.
March 11, 2017
Got free for a ARC read, for a honest review.
I have always loved shifter books of all types. This one had a different feel to it, which was really nice. Thought the book had a nice steady pace through out, making me wonder what was going on. I loved most of the characters in the book. Showing me all views from every angle which was nice as well. Jinx and Dominic chemistry is there but Jinx tries to fight the pull she feels for Dominic. I am pulled into wanting to know more of the story. Livia has me wondering about her story, since it left us at a spot with her. Loved it and can't wait to read more.
Thank you for letting me read your story.
I have always loved shifter books of all types. This one had a different feel to it, which was really nice. Thought the book had a nice steady pace through out, making me wonder what was going on. I loved most of the characters in the book. Showing me all views from every angle which was nice as well. Jinx and Dominic chemistry is there but Jinx tries to fight the pull she feels for Dominic. I am pulled into wanting to know more of the story. Livia has me wondering about her story, since it left us at a spot with her. Loved it and can't wait to read more.
Thank you for letting me read your story.
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