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From the Ashes
Piper Jones can't catch a break.
After a lifetime of animosity and indifference from the supernatural community, she thought she'd finally found a home with the vampire king’s enforcers. Then the dark and mysterious Merc walks into her life, and it takes a disastrous turn for the worse.
Now under attack by enemies both known and unknown, Piper has little choice but to flee her refuge—and start over in a place few vampires ever go. Rural Alaska seemed to fit the bill, except for Knox and his crew of werewolves. The pack shares a connection with Piper that few of them can explain, and none of them can escape. With time running out for answers, Piper must fight the demons of her past to ensure her future—or die trying.
After a lifetime of animosity and indifference from the supernatural community, she thought she'd finally found a home with the vampire king’s enforcers. Then the dark and mysterious Merc walks into her life, and it takes a disastrous turn for the worse.
Now under attack by enemies both known and unknown, Piper has little choice but to flee her refuge—and start over in a place few vampires ever go. Rural Alaska seemed to fit the bill, except for Knox and his crew of werewolves. The pack shares a connection with Piper that few of them can explain, and none of them can escape. With time running out for answers, Piper must fight the demons of her past to ensure her future—or die trying.
344 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 5, 2016
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Amber Lynn Natusch
49 books1,551 followersAMBER LYNN NATUSCH is the author of the bestselling Caged series for adults. She was born and raised in Winnipeg, and is still deeply attached to her Canadian roots. She loves to dance and practice Muay Thai―but spends most of her time running a chiropractic practice with her husband, raising two young children, and attempting to write when she can lock herself in the bathroom for ten minutes of peace. Dare You to Lie is her debut YA novel with Tor Teen.
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April 26, 2016
****May contain mild spoilers****
I wish I had DNF'd this book. I just rolled my eyes half the time. I know I'm the minority here giving it low rating. Everything annoyed me here. And mostly it was the MC. I'll try to do my best here....
Meet Piper , our victim, save me, I'm weak, whiny....what have you MC. I understand abuse, believe me I do. I also understand that when you've grown up your entire life being shoved around and as an outcast you cannot help but feel victimized. And, you should cuz you are a victim. I get that. I just don't get is when you're given a chance to be something or do something about it how do you not make it work to your advantage? Piper is magical, however, she does not know what she is or does not have any active powers. She grew up being hated by the supernatural community (which we're not clear on as to why except she is different). She is saved by the Vampire King therefore, put under his protection and surrounded by the vampire enforcers (who are in a nutshell - badass). So what does she do? NOTHING. I mean nothing except, playing the victim card. I am weak, I am powerless, everyone hates me, I am clueless. Heaven forbid, she learns to fight or protect herself? Or figure out ways to find out more about her magic. Nooooo, that would be too good. She does not even have a job. So I am still confused on what she does ALL.FUCKING.DAY except for whine about her poor life. Which may I remind you, she is being protected by the most badass folks, lives in a freaking mansion, has access to everything and anything she would want. She does enjoy clubbing and dancing as that is what you'd do when there is an enemy after you supposedly. Enter Jase and Dean , our hot vampire enforcers, love her to pieces and protect her. They do care for her (like a sister) and are very protective of her. Why? Cuz she is weak by her own admission. *sigh* it was truly pathetic and I felt no connection to her. She would go for these long jogs knowing that she had these enemies after her. If you cannot bloody protect yourself why the heck do you venture out and get lost? Few times she got very close to being hurt bad. Yet, she kept complaining about being weak, has no powers, whining but, doing nothing about anything.
Enemies, I was still scratching my head by the end of the book as to why the warlock was after Piper. We are told why he had a grudge against her yet, it just felt so flimsy a reason to keep after her the way he did. I don't know maybe, it is a supernatural being thing to go on a killing vendetta on petty things.
Enter Merc , our super duper badass enforcer and brother to Jase and Dean. As the prodigal son returns lets just say things get interesting. Merc returns after a long hiatus (which we don't know where he had been) and joins the gang. He does not speak but has telepathic abilities with some other "gifts" which come at a price. We are unclear on the "gifts" except for 1 that was explained a little bit. However, these gifts also make him a bit unstable and everyone fears him even his own brothers. Oh and he has not spoken willingly for like 80 years now and guess who he first speaks with....our girl Piper. Cuz she is Speshul. I did not feel the connection between Piper and Merc, but apparently there was supposed to be a chemistry. They barely exchanged 5 sentences the whole of 2 weeks that they knew each other, they went and bonded FOR LIFE to each other. Merc asked Piper and she said yes, cuz she was in love and he would take care of her, love her, protect her...yup. All is good in the relationship for couple days till shit hits the fan. Piper is running for her life from Merc and her other enemy. Why? Well, you'll have to read the book if you really want ;). I wish I knew more about Merc. His background, his multiple gifts we kept hearing about. I wish I knew what made him SO special. We got nothing. Except...
Enter Knox, our alpha werewolf all the way in Alaska. Well, he has his own pack and is happy living there till he runs into Piper one day. Yup, he is hot and all that alpha goodness. Oh and he's a walking polygraph machine apparently...no explanation as to why or how? Wants to protect Piper and take care of her the moment he sets his eyes on her. Piper is hiding in Alaska and running away from her past/enemies. She feels this connection to Knox and his pack. And, lo and behold, she's already falling in love with Knox and next thing you know she's sleeping with him (while still being bonded to her ex). This happened in all of 2 weeks running away from the shit storm she left in NYC and her ex. And, Knox and his pack are willing to give up their lives for her cuz CONNECTION yo! And he is all this alpha for her. And, he is all possessive of her, of course.
Towards the end Piper does end up having powers and decides to seek help. Her character just annoyed me. She always played the victim without wanting to actually do something about it. I understand being victim, feeling hollow etc., yet you feel the strength of character underneath. I felt nothing whatsoever with Piper. She was happy taking the backseat and let others fight her battles despite her feeling "bad" about them getting hurt and wanting to run away, again. I can expect stuff like that from a teen book but, an adult book just gets me pissed off. Not to mention, she had no problem falling in love with the guys in like a day (maybe a week) despite her issues with trust. I mean com'on! This book could have been so much more but just felt lacking to me. I feel bad about a negative review but, I just cannot make myself to give it a whole lot of love here. Needless to say, I will not be continuing with the series.
I wish I had DNF'd this book. I just rolled my eyes half the time. I know I'm the minority here giving it low rating. Everything annoyed me here. And mostly it was the MC. I'll try to do my best here....
Meet Piper , our victim, save me, I'm weak, whiny....what have you MC. I understand abuse, believe me I do. I also understand that when you've grown up your entire life being shoved around and as an outcast you cannot help but feel victimized. And, you should cuz you are a victim. I get that. I just don't get is when you're given a chance to be something or do something about it how do you not make it work to your advantage? Piper is magical, however, she does not know what she is or does not have any active powers. She grew up being hated by the supernatural community (which we're not clear on as to why except she is different). She is saved by the Vampire King therefore, put under his protection and surrounded by the vampire enforcers (who are in a nutshell - badass). So what does she do? NOTHING. I mean nothing except, playing the victim card. I am weak, I am powerless, everyone hates me, I am clueless. Heaven forbid, she learns to fight or protect herself? Or figure out ways to find out more about her magic. Nooooo, that would be too good. She does not even have a job. So I am still confused on what she does ALL.FUCKING.DAY except for whine about her poor life. Which may I remind you, she is being protected by the most badass folks, lives in a freaking mansion, has access to everything and anything she would want. She does enjoy clubbing and dancing as that is what you'd do when there is an enemy after you supposedly. Enter Jase and Dean , our hot vampire enforcers, love her to pieces and protect her. They do care for her (like a sister) and are very protective of her. Why? Cuz she is weak by her own admission. *sigh* it was truly pathetic and I felt no connection to her. She would go for these long jogs knowing that she had these enemies after her. If you cannot bloody protect yourself why the heck do you venture out and get lost? Few times she got very close to being hurt bad. Yet, she kept complaining about being weak, has no powers, whining but, doing nothing about anything.
Enemies, I was still scratching my head by the end of the book as to why the warlock was after Piper. We are told why he had a grudge against her yet, it just felt so flimsy a reason to keep after her the way he did. I don't know maybe, it is a supernatural being thing to go on a killing vendetta on petty things.
Enter Merc , our super duper badass enforcer and brother to Jase and Dean. As the prodigal son returns lets just say things get interesting. Merc returns after a long hiatus (which we don't know where he had been) and joins the gang. He does not speak but has telepathic abilities with some other "gifts" which come at a price. We are unclear on the "gifts" except for 1 that was explained a little bit. However, these gifts also make him a bit unstable and everyone fears him even his own brothers. Oh and he has not spoken willingly for like 80 years now and guess who he first speaks with....our girl Piper. Cuz she is Speshul. I did not feel the connection between Piper and Merc, but apparently there was supposed to be a chemistry. They barely exchanged 5 sentences the whole of 2 weeks that they knew each other, they went and bonded FOR LIFE to each other. Merc asked Piper and she said yes, cuz she was in love and he would take care of her, love her, protect her...yup. All is good in the relationship for couple days till shit hits the fan. Piper is running for her life from Merc and her other enemy. Why? Well, you'll have to read the book if you really want ;). I wish I knew more about Merc. His background, his multiple gifts we kept hearing about. I wish I knew what made him SO special. We got nothing. Except...
Enter Knox, our alpha werewolf all the way in Alaska. Well, he has his own pack and is happy living there till he runs into Piper one day. Yup, he is hot and all that alpha goodness. Oh and he's a walking polygraph machine apparently...no explanation as to why or how? Wants to protect Piper and take care of her the moment he sets his eyes on her. Piper is hiding in Alaska and running away from her past/enemies. She feels this connection to Knox and his pack. And, lo and behold, she's already falling in love with Knox and next thing you know she's sleeping with him (while still being bonded to her ex). This happened in all of 2 weeks running away from the shit storm she left in NYC and her ex. And, Knox and his pack are willing to give up their lives for her cuz CONNECTION yo! And he is all this alpha for her. And, he is all possessive of her, of course.
Towards the end Piper does end up having powers and decides to seek help. Her character just annoyed me. She always played the victim without wanting to actually do something about it. I understand being victim, feeling hollow etc., yet you feel the strength of character underneath. I felt nothing whatsoever with Piper. She was happy taking the backseat and let others fight her battles despite her feeling "bad" about them getting hurt and wanting to run away, again. I can expect stuff like that from a teen book but, an adult book just gets me pissed off. Not to mention, she had no problem falling in love with the guys in like a day (maybe a week) despite her issues with trust. I mean com'on! This book could have been so much more but just felt lacking to me. I feel bad about a negative review but, I just cannot make myself to give it a whole lot of love here. Needless to say, I will not be continuing with the series.
June 13, 2016
Oh, orphan Piper, let me count thy ways that I want to kick you in the knee.
If you are looking for a book with the following:
Mr. TDH
Great supporting characters
Insta-Love x2
A MC who you don’t know if you want to stab or slap
Self-loathing
PNR
Shifters
Vamps
And a WHOLE bunch of ”I can’t, I am not strong enough.”
You have found your book.
Honestly, the first 54% of the book I was utterly intrigued. I loved Merc, Dean and Jase.
Here is how the book played out…
Piper was an orphan, she went from super natural click to the next not finding a place. She was offered by the King to stay with the Vamps and under the protection of the enforcers, Jase and Dean. They protected her like she was a little sister. Soon their brother joins the scene, Merc aka Mr. TDH. Piper was told to stay away from him… so what does she do? She bonds to him and fall utterly in love with Merc within days of meeting him. (Insta-Love #1)
After being bonded Piper gets her ass beat so she flees to Alaska. There she meets Knox and BOOM insta-love #2. It was so fast I got whip lash from it.
When insta-love #2 happened, I gave up on the book. I just couldn’t. I hate a MC who spreads her legs for the newest piece of man meat that gives her any attention. Dude it was like a week, give your vagene sometime to heal from the last man that staked out in it.
I finished the book, wasn’t surprised by the ending, and refuse to ponder what the fuck I just read.
If you are looking for a book with the following:
Mr. TDH
Great supporting characters
Insta-Love x2
A MC who you don’t know if you want to stab or slap
Self-loathing
PNR
Shifters
Vamps
And a WHOLE bunch of ”I can’t, I am not strong enough.”
You have found your book.
Honestly, the first 54% of the book I was utterly intrigued. I loved Merc, Dean and Jase.
Here is how the book played out…
Piper was an orphan, she went from super natural click to the next not finding a place. She was offered by the King to stay with the Vamps and under the protection of the enforcers, Jase and Dean. They protected her like she was a little sister. Soon their brother joins the scene, Merc aka Mr. TDH. Piper was told to stay away from him… so what does she do? She bonds to him and fall utterly in love with Merc within days of meeting him. (Insta-Love #1)
After being bonded Piper gets her ass beat so she flees to Alaska. There she meets Knox and BOOM insta-love #2. It was so fast I got whip lash from it.
When insta-love #2 happened, I gave up on the book. I just couldn’t. I hate a MC who spreads her legs for the newest piece of man meat that gives her any attention. Dude it was like a week, give your vagene sometime to heal from the last man that staked out in it.
I finished the book, wasn’t surprised by the ending, and refuse to ponder what the fuck I just read.
October 21, 2018
✴ Read for the Unleash The Mods™ Challenge (UTM™) over at Fallen Into Tijan Books -- Pick: Maraya | Month: June ✴
Dragons' Log #56:
I have never utterly hated a heroine/hero. Until Piper Jones.
Dragons' Log #83:
I am seething.
Dragons' Log #109:
I am still seething. Piper Jones is still alive which causes me to seeth harder.
I will get you Piper.
Dragons' Log #178:
Goddess damn it, why won't you just die already?!
Dragons' Log #213:
My seething has drowned this galaxy. Noone survived.
Except Piper fucking Jones.
Dragons' Log #267:
My seething will most likely destroy another galaxy.
I am sorry #not_really
Yes, I am still seething. My anger hasn't lessened and probably never will until I die. Not even then.
In case you didn't figure it out: this was bad, FUCKING AWFUL.
FUCKING.
AWFUL.
Our heroine is a fucking moron of unparallel & unrivalled proportions. She doesn't think, she doesn't fight. She is basically a log. No, scratch that. Logs are more useful than Piper Jones. The only thing she does is whine, whine, whine and then whine some more.
This book is one stupidity after another and it is all entirely her fault. The only thing I am not faulting her with is "persuing" Merc. Everything else is in there.
Yeah but Maraya there had to be other characters that were good, right?
Wrong. Ok there was one. ONE. And we didn't get to see him all that much. I am talking about Merc. Do not get me start on that name cause I need to have something to like here. Anyway, everyone else is laughable at best, pitiful and caricaturish at worst.
Not wasting my breath or magic spirit finger powers. See some quotes with a few of my notes below.
Don't read it. Do something else.
P.S.: I am still seething. I will get you Piper Jones. I will.
Dragons' Log #56:
I have never utterly hated a heroine/hero. Until Piper Jones.
Dragons' Log #83:
I am seething.
Dragons' Log #109:
I am still seething. Piper Jones is still alive which causes me to seeth harder.
I will get you Piper.
Dragons' Log #178:
Goddess damn it, why won't you just die already?!
Dragons' Log #213:
My seething has drowned this galaxy. Noone survived.
Except Piper fucking Jones.
Dragons' Log #267:
My seething will most likely destroy another galaxy.
I am sorry #not_really
Yes, I am still seething. My anger hasn't lessened and probably never will until I die. Not even then.
In case you didn't figure it out: this was bad, FUCKING AWFUL.
FUCKING.
AWFUL.
Our heroine is a fucking moron of unparallel & unrivalled proportions. She doesn't think, she doesn't fight. She is basically a log. No, scratch that. Logs are more useful than Piper Jones. The only thing she does is whine, whine, whine and then whine some more.
This book is one stupidity after another and it is all entirely her fault. The only thing I am not faulting her with is "persuing" Merc. Everything else is in there.
Yeah but Maraya there had to be other characters that were good, right?
Wrong. Ok there was one. ONE. And we didn't get to see him all that much. I am talking about Merc. Do not get me start on that name cause I need to have something to like here. Anyway, everyone else is laughable at best, pitiful and caricaturish at worst.
Not wasting my breath or magic spirit finger powers. See some quotes with a few of my notes below.
Don't read it. Do something else.
P.S.: I am still seething. I will get you Piper Jones. I will.
June 24, 2018
3 STARS!
What a book. The prologue had me on the edge. Confusing at times but loved the element of mystery. Would have wanted more back story on the characters. Insta love making it hard to pick which hero to go for 🙊. But overall I was engaged in the thrill and excitement to want to read book 2. Excellent start to a series by Amber Lynn Natusch.
What a book. The prologue had me on the edge. Confusing at times but loved the element of mystery. Would have wanted more back story on the characters. Insta love making it hard to pick which hero to go for 🙊. But overall I was engaged in the thrill and excitement to want to read book 2. Excellent start to a series by Amber Lynn Natusch.
June 25, 2016
Great cover! Alas, I did judge it by that. But it turned out to be a new adult love triangle without closure.
The pace was so fast that it felt like a novella but it kept going and going. I kept reading to find out the mystery of the h's power, but the emotional whiplash, confusing time jumps, contradictions, and insta love moved me to read other reviews. And my irritation with the heroine and writing isn't just me.
Once I found out that her forever bond isn't forever, in fact she gets it on with another guy, I gave up. I guess I won't find out just what she is, why supernaturals hate her, or who she ends up with but I'm not tore up about it.
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The pace was so fast that it felt like a novella but it kept going and going. I kept reading to find out the mystery of the h's power, but the emotional whiplash, confusing time jumps, contradictions, and insta love moved me to read other reviews. And my irritation with the heroine and writing isn't just me.
Once I found out that her forever bond isn't forever, in fact she gets it on with another guy, I gave up. I guess I won't find out just what she is, why supernaturals hate her, or who she ends up with but I'm not tore up about it.
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June 1, 2016
Heroine is TSTL. Quite possibly one of the most eye roll inducing books I've ever read. One star for the cover only.
March 24, 2016
Well well, besides the fact that I already stated that this story is amazing and very satisfying, I just want to say "wow". There are alpha males left and right in this story and Merc and Knox are my favorite... If I was Piper I would have my way with both but I know that won't be the case, and at the end of the day she will have to chose one over the other (probably even none)... :O yes, knowing the evil mastermind at hand she will twist the plot even further.
I love urban fantasy but this story had something in it that swallowed me in. It delivered what my heart and mind wanted, even when I didn't know what this was... Fascinating huh? I thought so too. It has romance, heartthrob kind of romance. It was so fun to read and I have to say that I'm hardly amused by anything. Action!! tons of action, the kind that keeps you on your toes. Most important fact is that it doesn't drag. It goes straight to the point and that's one of the things I loved the most about it. I had high hopes for this story, and I've been waiting for it for so long that I was elated when it delivered.
A must read if I will say so. I love the characters but definitely Piper makes this story come together. Piper has powers beyond any knowledge but she doesn't even know it. Could NY provide the source of power that she needs? (That was a big spoiler) she's a magnet of trouble, I feel that she shares that quality with Ruby from "Caged" and Khara from "Unborn" but she's far more powerful than them. I would say that she's a Ruby on steroids. I love when the story has a powerful, strong woman driven by the bad circumstances that have shaped who she is, especially when she's surrounded by strong, handsome, swoon worthy males *wiggling eyebrows*.
I would rate it worth more than 5 stars if I could.
I love urban fantasy but this story had something in it that swallowed me in. It delivered what my heart and mind wanted, even when I didn't know what this was... Fascinating huh? I thought so too. It has romance, heartthrob kind of romance. It was so fun to read and I have to say that I'm hardly amused by anything. Action!! tons of action, the kind that keeps you on your toes. Most important fact is that it doesn't drag. It goes straight to the point and that's one of the things I loved the most about it. I had high hopes for this story, and I've been waiting for it for so long that I was elated when it delivered.
A must read if I will say so. I love the characters but definitely Piper makes this story come together. Piper has powers beyond any knowledge but she doesn't even know it. Could NY provide the source of power that she needs? (That was a big spoiler) she's a magnet of trouble, I feel that she shares that quality with Ruby from "Caged" and Khara from "Unborn" but she's far more powerful than them. I would say that she's a Ruby on steroids. I love when the story has a powerful, strong woman driven by the bad circumstances that have shaped who she is, especially when she's surrounded by strong, handsome, swoon worthy males *wiggling eyebrows*.
I would rate it worth more than 5 stars if I could.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 2, 2016
Reading the synopsis of this book I was hopeful that I had found another good series from this author. Ultimately I was disappointed. The mc of this story is Piper. Orphaned at a young age, no family or friends. She's an outcast in the supernatural world who is eventually taken in by the vampire king. Here she meets Jase and Dean, vampire enforcers who become her surrogate brothers.
This book had potential but I found it lacking on character background (main and supporting). No detail given as to why she was an outcast or why certain supernaturals wanted to cause her harm. Not to mention I prefer a mc a little less whiny.
I give this book 1 star - which is really for the author because I've read some of her other books and am hoping this is just one bad apple in the bunch
This book had potential but I found it lacking on character background (main and supporting). No detail given as to why she was an outcast or why certain supernaturals wanted to cause her harm. Not to mention I prefer a mc a little less whiny.
I give this book 1 star - which is really for the author because I've read some of her other books and am hoping this is just one bad apple in the bunch
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January 12, 201947%
I’m throwing in the towel. I’m trying so hard to like the heroine but I can’t. I can’t sympathize with her and I’ll admit I’m a bit annoyed at how weak she is. Maybe it’s setting up for her growth throughout the series? I don’t know. But I don’t care enough to find out.
I’m throwing in the towel. I’m trying so hard to like the heroine but I can’t. I can’t sympathize with her and I’ll admit I’m a bit annoyed at how weak she is. Maybe it’s setting up for her growth throughout the series? I don’t know. But I don’t care enough to find out.
March 29, 2016
(RabidReads.com)A few years ago I discovered a book titled, Caged, by this author. I fell in love with the characters and the story and read them all until the series was finished last year. I have read this book twice now-once a few months ago, and again yesterday. I thoroughly enjoyed myself both times. And that’s because for a first novel in a series, Amber has exceeded my expectations and has written a book that is just as good as Caged, if not better. That’s something I never thought I would say!
Piper Jones has made her home with the vampire enforcers of New York City. Taken in a couple of years before by the King of the vampires, she had never really had a home until now. When vampire enforcer Merc comes home after a long absence, Piper is inexplicably drawn to him, as he is to her. But Piper has very dangerous enemies and ends up leaving to hide out in Alaska-in the middle of nowhere. It’s not long before she realizes that she didn’t leave the supernatural world in New York, instead she has moved in close to a werewolf pack-one that wants to befriend her. And just so we’re clear, I am not going to mention what supernatural creature(?) that Piper is-or isn’t. That’s just part of the mystery in this story.
The characters in this book were pretty incredible-at least I thought so. Piper has to be one of the strongest characters as far as inner strength that I have read in quite some time. She has been through a lot and continues to persevere even as more is thrown at her. Merc was perfect as a handsome, enigmatic vampire with a tortured past. Knox, the pack leader in Alaska, was my personal favorite of the group. He’s down to earth and caring and seems to be a very sweet man. And he loves his pack and treats them well. It doesn’t hurt that he’s mega good looking! Rounding out the group are Kat, Piper’s best friend and a werewolf from New York City, as well as Dean and Jase, vampire enforcer brothers also from NYC, that have anointed themselves as Piper’s protectors and honorary big brothers. I also should mention a character named Grizz-he doesn’t have a big part, but I absolutely loved him, and look forward to seeing him in future books. He was definitely the comic relief. I will leave it to the reader to discover why.
This story was filled with suspense and life and death moments. Whether it was happening in NYC or Alaska, the action never lagged, nor did the development of the characters or story line. It’s also a romance and probably the most sexual of any books by this author. And yes, I am being intentionally vague about the story line due to spoilers. One more thing, From the Ashes was a pretty perfect title of this book based on the story, and I thought the cover was pretty great as well.
In the end, I came away from the book, both times I read it, wanting more. I would like the second book as early as yesterday! Amber has proven once again to me why I enjoy her work-not that I ever doubted her! I adored this story and highly recommend it to both paranormal romance fans as well as urban fantasy readers-as long as they are adults. Adult, due to sexual situations and violence. I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Piper Jones has made her home with the vampire enforcers of New York City. Taken in a couple of years before by the King of the vampires, she had never really had a home until now. When vampire enforcer Merc comes home after a long absence, Piper is inexplicably drawn to him, as he is to her. But Piper has very dangerous enemies and ends up leaving to hide out in Alaska-in the middle of nowhere. It’s not long before she realizes that she didn’t leave the supernatural world in New York, instead she has moved in close to a werewolf pack-one that wants to befriend her. And just so we’re clear, I am not going to mention what supernatural creature(?) that Piper is-or isn’t. That’s just part of the mystery in this story.
The characters in this book were pretty incredible-at least I thought so. Piper has to be one of the strongest characters as far as inner strength that I have read in quite some time. She has been through a lot and continues to persevere even as more is thrown at her. Merc was perfect as a handsome, enigmatic vampire with a tortured past. Knox, the pack leader in Alaska, was my personal favorite of the group. He’s down to earth and caring and seems to be a very sweet man. And he loves his pack and treats them well. It doesn’t hurt that he’s mega good looking! Rounding out the group are Kat, Piper’s best friend and a werewolf from New York City, as well as Dean and Jase, vampire enforcer brothers also from NYC, that have anointed themselves as Piper’s protectors and honorary big brothers. I also should mention a character named Grizz-he doesn’t have a big part, but I absolutely loved him, and look forward to seeing him in future books. He was definitely the comic relief. I will leave it to the reader to discover why.
This story was filled with suspense and life and death moments. Whether it was happening in NYC or Alaska, the action never lagged, nor did the development of the characters or story line. It’s also a romance and probably the most sexual of any books by this author. And yes, I am being intentionally vague about the story line due to spoilers. One more thing, From the Ashes was a pretty perfect title of this book based on the story, and I thought the cover was pretty great as well.
In the end, I came away from the book, both times I read it, wanting more. I would like the second book as early as yesterday! Amber has proven once again to me why I enjoy her work-not that I ever doubted her! I adored this story and highly recommend it to both paranormal romance fans as well as urban fantasy readers-as long as they are adults. Adult, due to sexual situations and violence. I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.
April 5, 2016
I read this book from start to finish in one sitting. I could not put it down, to the point that I ate dinner while reading (which is something I rarely do, as I have children and we all eat together - tonight they ate in front of the tv)! The tone of this story, and that of the characters, is quite different to others from this author. There was far less sass and swearing, (although still a bit of course), so I expect it will appeal to a wider audience than Caged and Unborn.
The story revolves around Piper. She is a latent magical being of unknown origin, who has been taken in by the King of the vampires. She is forced to run for her life, leaving behind her best friends and enforcers, but inadvertently runs into a werewolf pack.
Piper must learn who she can trust, in order to save herself and her friends from her enemies. At the same time she is trying to learn more about herself and any powers that she may have access to. There is plenty of action, and some romance in there as well (however I use the word "romance" fairly loosely, as it's more heat and chemistry than slow burning romance).
As I implied above, this book held me captive. The characters were well written and I really felt their motivation for their actions and decisions- although that sometimes took a while to establish.
There are vampires, warlocks and werewolves, and while none of these supernaturals are inherently original, the story is about the characters themselves - they just happen to be supernatural - so I didn't mind the unoriginal aspects of their types. Piper, on the other hand, is different! I'm not sure I've ever read a book about a supernatural with her variety of powers (and we don't even know the extent of them yet).
Piper is a very likeable main character. She is tough, but also a bit vulnerable. She doesn't wallow in pity, she just gets on with things, and for this I love her. There are plenty of loveable male characters as well, namely Merc and Knox, as well as the werewolf pack and the vampire enforcers.
I loved that this didn't end with a cliff hanger, but there are still plenty of unanswered questions to lead into the next book. I cannot wait to read that, as this was an awesome start to a new series!
The story revolves around Piper. She is a latent magical being of unknown origin, who has been taken in by the King of the vampires. She is forced to run for her life, leaving behind her best friends and enforcers, but inadvertently runs into a werewolf pack.
Piper must learn who she can trust, in order to save herself and her friends from her enemies. At the same time she is trying to learn more about herself and any powers that she may have access to. There is plenty of action, and some romance in there as well (however I use the word "romance" fairly loosely, as it's more heat and chemistry than slow burning romance).
As I implied above, this book held me captive. The characters were well written and I really felt their motivation for their actions and decisions- although that sometimes took a while to establish.
There are vampires, warlocks and werewolves, and while none of these supernaturals are inherently original, the story is about the characters themselves - they just happen to be supernatural - so I didn't mind the unoriginal aspects of their types. Piper, on the other hand, is different! I'm not sure I've ever read a book about a supernatural with her variety of powers (and we don't even know the extent of them yet).
Piper is a very likeable main character. She is tough, but also a bit vulnerable. She doesn't wallow in pity, she just gets on with things, and for this I love her. There are plenty of loveable male characters as well, namely Merc and Knox, as well as the werewolf pack and the vampire enforcers.
I loved that this didn't end with a cliff hanger, but there are still plenty of unanswered questions to lead into the next book. I cannot wait to read that, as this was an awesome start to a new series!
August 26, 2017
From the Ashes is just like every other book with reviews, ya win some ya lose some. Just from reading the synopsis this book sounds amazing. Now I will admit that I did read this in one sitting from start to finish but that doesn't mean the book was amazing. Every book has ups and downs, but to mean it seemed to even out in this novel...maybe?!?
So you start off with Piper, who is an orphan, and she has to deal with all kinds of supernatural shit. She ends up being taken hostage from the vampire king at one point and meets Jase and Daren (who are vampire enforcers that eventually become her surrogate brothers). Now in some of my previous reviews I have mentioned that I hate (absolutely hate) insta-love stories because they really aren't realistic or achievable. Unfortunately, that's what this story was about and it dealt with forever bonds that weren't actually forever bonds? It just become very confusing and hard to follow.
Aside from being freaking confusing this book moved at a fast pace. Not that it was a good thing because one, like me, can get confused easily with fast paced time jumps that don't really correspond with the chapter material (it could just be me though?!?). I really wanted to like this book, since I said I wanted to read the next one, but now that I've finished this book I'm not entirely 100% sure. The cover looks amazing too so that's what drew me into this book. I'm not saying the entire book is awful, there are a lot of good chapters but overall it just wasn't for me.
Since I already committed to reading the second book, yes I got on kindle unlimited before I even finished the first book, I might as well read it (hopefully it will be way better than the first book).
So you start off with Piper, who is an orphan, and she has to deal with all kinds of supernatural shit. She ends up being taken hostage from the vampire king at one point and meets Jase and Daren (who are vampire enforcers that eventually become her surrogate brothers). Now in some of my previous reviews I have mentioned that I hate (absolutely hate) insta-love stories because they really aren't realistic or achievable. Unfortunately, that's what this story was about and it dealt with forever bonds that weren't actually forever bonds? It just become very confusing and hard to follow.
Aside from being freaking confusing this book moved at a fast pace. Not that it was a good thing because one, like me, can get confused easily with fast paced time jumps that don't really correspond with the chapter material (it could just be me though?!?). I really wanted to like this book, since I said I wanted to read the next one, but now that I've finished this book I'm not entirely 100% sure. The cover looks amazing too so that's what drew me into this book. I'm not saying the entire book is awful, there are a lot of good chapters but overall it just wasn't for me.
Since I already committed to reading the second book, yes I got on kindle unlimited before I even finished the first book, I might as well read it (hopefully it will be way better than the first book).
April 17, 2016
two insta loves. T W O.
weak plot, not well developed, boring heroine, and a lot of personality traits contradictions.
weak plot, not well developed, boring heroine, and a lot of personality traits contradictions.
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June 30, 2020DNF. Urban Fantasy is my favourite genre but the heroine in this story was keep getting on my nerves. I wanted to slap her sooo bad and tell her "stop being such a fucking doormat !!!!!!"
June 5, 2017
Barely made it to the end
The first chapter of this book was great. I settled in and waited to be taken along for the ride.
Unfortunately it was all downhill from there and I barely finished the book. The cheesy dialogue was the first sign of impending doom then came the insta love with suitor number 1 and I knew the struggle was about to become real.
In a nutshell, Piper is a supernatural with undiscovered powers. For some reason a warlock named Kingston has a vendetta against her which is never really explained. In fact, the only explanation is that he hates her weakness. Come on now, seriously, that is not a good enough reason for someone to develop an obsession to destroy and not only that recruit others to do so too. I was so confused. Surely the story couldn't be that flimsy.
Then as predicted the strong silent hunk turned out to be her bonded mate and within ten pages is somehow in love with her despite having had two conversations. Arrghh...! One twist i did not predict though is that he tries to kill her and for that I gave one star.
Then Piper runs off to Alaska and meets suitor number 2 - Alpha wolf. He also falls in love with her after knowing her for all of two seconds. Willing to risk himself and his pack to protect a chick against a guy who wants to kill her for being weak. At this point I was getting pretty annoyed that I had gotten too far into the book to stop and wishing I hadn't started.
Anyway a convoluted series of events continues which eventually ends with a showdown of all parties. Piper demonstrates some hint of her fabulous power and predictably saves the day.
I skipped through the last part of the book and I'm going to have to give book 2 a miss.
The first chapter of this book was great. I settled in and waited to be taken along for the ride.
Unfortunately it was all downhill from there and I barely finished the book. The cheesy dialogue was the first sign of impending doom then came the insta love with suitor number 1 and I knew the struggle was about to become real.
In a nutshell, Piper is a supernatural with undiscovered powers. For some reason a warlock named Kingston has a vendetta against her which is never really explained. In fact, the only explanation is that he hates her weakness. Come on now, seriously, that is not a good enough reason for someone to develop an obsession to destroy and not only that recruit others to do so too. I was so confused. Surely the story couldn't be that flimsy.
Then as predicted the strong silent hunk turned out to be her bonded mate and within ten pages is somehow in love with her despite having had two conversations. Arrghh...! One twist i did not predict though is that he tries to kill her and for that I gave one star.
Then Piper runs off to Alaska and meets suitor number 2 - Alpha wolf. He also falls in love with her after knowing her for all of two seconds. Willing to risk himself and his pack to protect a chick against a guy who wants to kill her for being weak. At this point I was getting pretty annoyed that I had gotten too far into the book to stop and wishing I hadn't started.
Anyway a convoluted series of events continues which eventually ends with a showdown of all parties. Piper demonstrates some hint of her fabulous power and predictably saves the day.
I skipped through the last part of the book and I'm going to have to give book 2 a miss.
March 28, 2016
Where do I start with this book....
Amber Lynn Natuch has done it again with this book.
The first part in the series. This book had it all! An emotional roller coaster.
Piper a Magical woman who has never really belonged anywhere finally gets taken in by the king of vampires. Jase and Dean became brothers to her and Kat becomes her best friend.
She is told by Jase and Dean that their brother Mercenary is coming back home but is warned that she has to stay away from him at all costs. He's a dangerous vampire. Can manipulate everyone's mind at will. What do we do when someone tells us to stay away? Well she was even more curious.
After a few weeks she finds herself bonded to him and also finds herself being beat up by Merc.
She finally gets out of the mansion and runs away as far as she can from him. Right into the arms of a wolf pack with Knox as their leader.
That's when it gets complicated.
This story had me crying, laughing and screaming at the characters. ( Amber has that effect on me).
I already cannot wait for the second book in the series.
Amber Lynn Natuch has done it again with this book.
The first part in the series. This book had it all! An emotional roller coaster.
Piper a Magical woman who has never really belonged anywhere finally gets taken in by the king of vampires. Jase and Dean became brothers to her and Kat becomes her best friend.
She is told by Jase and Dean that their brother Mercenary is coming back home but is warned that she has to stay away from him at all costs. He's a dangerous vampire. Can manipulate everyone's mind at will. What do we do when someone tells us to stay away? Well she was even more curious.
After a few weeks she finds herself bonded to him and also finds herself being beat up by Merc.
She finally gets out of the mansion and runs away as far as she can from him. Right into the arms of a wolf pack with Knox as their leader.
That's when it gets complicated.
This story had me crying, laughing and screaming at the characters. ( Amber has that effect on me).
I already cannot wait for the second book in the series.
March 25, 2016
***** CONTAINS SOME SPOILERS *****
What a wild ride! And I loved every single second of it! Piper's story is so intriguing, from the men in her life, to discovering her powers, it's a roller coaster ride from the start! I love the relationships she has, Jase and Dean, Merc, Knox, Foust, Kat, Jagger, and let us not forget Grizz! Her powers are so fascinating, especially the fact that she's barely begun to tap into them and understand them.
I will say, I am not a huge fan of love triangles but I love how this one is written. The circumstances are tricky, You can truly understand her dilemma.
Amber Lynn Natusch is an evil genius when it comes to plot twists. I've always been a huge fan of her books, and this one foes not disappoint!
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October 26, 2017
Magically Delicious!
Of all the times I have decided to complete a review it had to be tonight. So, let me start by saying that this was soooo good, no GREAT! I was having my player going in between speaking with patients!
Now about the book:
First, I am a sucker for a good cover and the cover was so enticing. Absolutely the best cover I have seen in a while. It speaks volumes to the book it self.
Secondly, the story! So here goes and please do not read any further unless you want to know. The book tells of Piper a woman who has gone thru life being orphaned in some form or fashion. So, running from one (bad) relationship right into the arms of another non-talking man, Merc. You learn early on that he has his own issues that he can't get away from. In comes the magic that changes everything and forces Piper to start reassessing her relationship with Merc. Then it goes ourt!
Great great story! Highly recommended!
Of all the times I have decided to complete a review it had to be tonight. So, let me start by saying that this was soooo good, no GREAT! I was having my player going in between speaking with patients!
Now about the book:
First, I am a sucker for a good cover and the cover was so enticing. Absolutely the best cover I have seen in a while. It speaks volumes to the book it self.
Secondly, the story! So here goes and please do not read any further unless you want to know. The book tells of Piper a woman who has gone thru life being orphaned in some form or fashion. So, running from one (bad) relationship right into the arms of another non-talking man, Merc. You learn early on that he has his own issues that he can't get away from. In comes the magic that changes everything and forces Piper to start reassessing her relationship with Merc. Then it goes ourt!
Great great story! Highly recommended!
May 22, 2024
This book is a hot mess. The FMC is close friends with 2 vampires. When the brother of the 2 vampires arrives she is told to never be alone with the vampire, to avoid him at all costs. She of course doesn't. He and she don't have that much interaction and yet when the king forces him to pick a life mate he picks her and she's like sure. That's not even taking into account that the king forced a vampire over 200 years old to pick a life mate. Why?? Who the f@ck knows. Doesn't matter. Things go to shit.
She then takes off to Alaska. Where she meets someone while she is on the run. This person is instantly ready to lay down his life for her. Hell, uproot everything and everyone in his life for her. I have no idea why. They like met less than a day ago.
She is attacked in Alaska by the same people that were a problem in NYC. Which is an absolute joke. The people who attacked her in NYC are absolute small fry and could/should have easily been taken out. This group of people followed her to rural Alaska. Why would they follow her? Who knows. There is no reason for her to be followed. It makes no f#cking sense. Nothing about this book makes sense.
So many of the things didn't make sense. The pacing was off. There was very little world building or character development.
She then takes off to Alaska. Where she meets someone while she is on the run. This person is instantly ready to lay down his life for her. Hell, uproot everything and everyone in his life for her. I have no idea why. They like met less than a day ago.
She is attacked in Alaska by the same people that were a problem in NYC. Which is an absolute joke. The people who attacked her in NYC are absolute small fry and could/should have easily been taken out. This group of people followed her to rural Alaska. Why would they follow her? Who knows. There is no reason for her to be followed. It makes no f#cking sense. Nothing about this book makes sense.
So many of the things didn't make sense. The pacing was off. There was very little world building or character development.
July 30, 2017
4 Stars
I liked this book and plan on reading the next. Piper has been a victim all her life. No one to depend on or trust. This left her weak and feeling the need to run from all confrontation. Which she attempts in this book. I feel the next book she's going to be a strong force to mess with because she comes into her powers and believes in herself at the end of this book. She's going to have s rough time fighting her feelings for both guys plus learning her to control her powers.
I liked this book and plan on reading the next. Piper has been a victim all her life. No one to depend on or trust. This left her weak and feeling the need to run from all confrontation. Which she attempts in this book. I feel the next book she's going to be a strong force to mess with because she comes into her powers and believes in herself at the end of this book. She's going to have s rough time fighting her feelings for both guys plus learning her to control her powers.
August 16, 2017
I loved this book it was awesome. It took a completely different turn then i thought it would and i loved it for just that fact. There was action, love and new found powers. There was love triangles and new supernatural powers. Highly recommend if you like different types of supernatural stories other than just vampire and werewolves!
August 7, 2017
A very entertaining, action packed, fast paced read paranormal romance. I really enjoyed the supernatural "world" that Amber has created. I can't wait to get more in depth with Piper and all of the other characters and learn their powers a little bit more. BTW...Team Knox!!
March 10, 2018
DNF @ 20%
While the story itself might have been intriguing, it was ruined by being overly descriptive and even somewhat incoherent at times.
While the story itself might have been intriguing, it was ruined by being overly descriptive and even somewhat incoherent at times.
February 14, 2018
Just decent enough to engage me to read next book in series...........
I just felt like I was missing something with this book. I wanted some backstory with the characters. They all had a generic feel to them. Hopefully they will improve as series progresses.
I just felt like I was missing something with this book. I wanted some backstory with the characters. They all had a generic feel to them. Hopefully they will improve as series progresses.
April 10, 2018
Great start to this series, really loved it, and Merc is a fave! Hopefully the rest of the series lives up to it.
September 26, 2017
And she does it again!
So, be jelly, readers. Be very jelly. When Amber Lynn Natusch was writing this book, I was lucky enough to get to read it AS she was writing it. As she finished chapters, she would send it to me. If you ever have the opportunity to beta for an author in this fashion, it’s kind of awesome. It’s like waiting for your weekly fix on fanfiction.net. lol Except I was getting it every day.
From the Ashes kicks off a brand new series from Amber Lynn Natusch. If you’re familiar with the Caged series and expecting another Ruby, you’re not going to find it here. Piper is a brand new character and she’s distinctly different from Ruby. She’s got her own world of trouble to deal with and while it’s nothing like the Caged series, Natusch’s familiar writing and snark are readily recognizable from the first page.
What paranormal romance would be complete without a book boyfriend? Well, fret not, ladies. From the Ashes has a whole CAST of book boyfriends. Each guy has an original personality and as the reader, I fell in love with each of them right off the bat. You’ve got your alpha male types, the lovable types, and the types that you kind of want to slap around a bit right before you force them into a bear hug. You guys are very familiar with my penchant for bad guys and Natusch has a couple to choose from in this adventure. :)
Overall, I love it end-to-end, and I cant wait for the next book in the series. The author has created a new world that somehow feels familiar without also feeling like just another chapter in her existing series. The characters are complex and well written, the dialog is witty, and the action is never-ending. If you like urban fantasy series such as Mercy Thompson or Kate Daniels, then you’d like From the Ashes.
So, be jelly, readers. Be very jelly. When Amber Lynn Natusch was writing this book, I was lucky enough to get to read it AS she was writing it. As she finished chapters, she would send it to me. If you ever have the opportunity to beta for an author in this fashion, it’s kind of awesome. It’s like waiting for your weekly fix on fanfiction.net. lol Except I was getting it every day.
From the Ashes kicks off a brand new series from Amber Lynn Natusch. If you’re familiar with the Caged series and expecting another Ruby, you’re not going to find it here. Piper is a brand new character and she’s distinctly different from Ruby. She’s got her own world of trouble to deal with and while it’s nothing like the Caged series, Natusch’s familiar writing and snark are readily recognizable from the first page.
What paranormal romance would be complete without a book boyfriend? Well, fret not, ladies. From the Ashes has a whole CAST of book boyfriends. Each guy has an original personality and as the reader, I fell in love with each of them right off the bat. You’ve got your alpha male types, the lovable types, and the types that you kind of want to slap around a bit right before you force them into a bear hug. You guys are very familiar with my penchant for bad guys and Natusch has a couple to choose from in this adventure. :)
Overall, I love it end-to-end, and I cant wait for the next book in the series. The author has created a new world that somehow feels familiar without also feeling like just another chapter in her existing series. The characters are complex and well written, the dialog is witty, and the action is never-ending. If you like urban fantasy series such as Mercy Thompson or Kate Daniels, then you’d like From the Ashes.
April 5, 2016
So I was extremely lucky in that I got to read this book as Amber was writing it. And let me tell you, watching her write this book from scratch and going back to reading things as she added in parts and just put this whole book together - I am in awe of this author's talent.
This was the first book I had the privilege of giving my honest feedback to her on and then being able to read it when fully published, I can't tell you how much I love it. And it's not because of I got to watch this book come to fruition but because it's slightly different from the author has brought us before. Amber definitely ups her game with this book!
This book is about Piper and watching her trying to survive while figuring out who and what she is. We get to see upfront everything that happens as this book progresses. I love walking in characters footsteps and seeing everything unfold firsthand.
Piper has to learn to who to trust all the while learning about herself. She is around vampire, warlocks, werewolves and even a grizzly!! Jase and Dean are two brothers who claim to be her protectors. Merc has returned home and the pull between he and Piper is intense. But when she runs off to Alaska and becomes friendly with a pack of werewolves, their leader Knox becomes just as protective of Piper and he is with his pack.
Amber wrote an extremely well-balanced paranormal romance. I love all the intricacies and the plot she has building with Piper and her unknown supernatural powers. Add in the unique and amazing characters and you have one kick-ass story!!
As I said, I love this book. I can't wait to see where Amber takes us next on Piper's journey.
This was the first book I had the privilege of giving my honest feedback to her on and then being able to read it when fully published, I can't tell you how much I love it. And it's not because of I got to watch this book come to fruition but because it's slightly different from the author has brought us before. Amber definitely ups her game with this book!
This book is about Piper and watching her trying to survive while figuring out who and what she is. We get to see upfront everything that happens as this book progresses. I love walking in characters footsteps and seeing everything unfold firsthand.
Piper has to learn to who to trust all the while learning about herself. She is around vampire, warlocks, werewolves and even a grizzly!! Jase and Dean are two brothers who claim to be her protectors. Merc has returned home and the pull between he and Piper is intense. But when she runs off to Alaska and becomes friendly with a pack of werewolves, their leader Knox becomes just as protective of Piper and he is with his pack.
Amber wrote an extremely well-balanced paranormal romance. I love all the intricacies and the plot she has building with Piper and her unknown supernatural powers. Add in the unique and amazing characters and you have one kick-ass story!!
As I said, I love this book. I can't wait to see where Amber takes us next on Piper's journey.
March 28, 2016
ALN did it again! I had been a fan of Amber since a friend introduced the Caged series to me. And I was so excited to be rewarded with the ARC copy of this book, "From the Ashes", in exchange for an honest review. And the verdict? Of course, it's another heart-stopping/roller coaster ride experience. Definitely a page turner and a kind of book you'll stay up the whole night because you just want to know what happen next. I'm very stingy with my five stars but ALN is a genius and each book she writes is just phenomenal.
From NYC to the rural parts of Alaska. And from warlocks, to vampires, werewolves and even a grizzly bear. This book is simply amazing! And Piper is definitely a badass heroine. The thing I love about this is that fact that it keep you guessing what kind of supernatural power she possessed. And how she emerge from being weak to someone you never thought she would be. And of course, not to mention the hot guys like Merc and Knox, also the so-called friends Jase and Dean. I'll be posting more spoilers in my blog. But yes definitely, I highly recommend this book and I know for sure you'll love it.
From NYC to the rural parts of Alaska. And from warlocks, to vampires, werewolves and even a grizzly bear. This book is simply amazing! And Piper is definitely a badass heroine. The thing I love about this is that fact that it keep you guessing what kind of supernatural power she possessed. And how she emerge from being weak to someone you never thought she would be. And of course, not to mention the hot guys like Merc and Knox, also the so-called friends Jase and Dean. I'll be posting more spoilers in my blog. But yes definitely, I highly recommend this book and I know for sure you'll love it.
December 15, 2017
I don't usually do rereads, but there was no avoiding it this time. I wanted to read the second book, but that couldn't be done, seeing as how I did not remember anything from the first one. In fact, if it wasn't for Goodreads, I wouldn't even know that I've read it in the first place. (I know, I have an amazing memory)
Now that I've read it again, I cannot understand how I could ever forget it. The story is very interesting and even unpredictable at times. Also, the characters are rather great, I loved every one of them (though my favorite is Grizz).
I'm very intrigued about how the story is going to progress and by how Piper is going to resolve her love situation. My vote is for #whychoose
Now that I've read it again, I cannot understand how I could ever forget it. The story is very interesting and even unpredictable at times. Also, the characters are rather great, I loved every one of them (though my favorite is Grizz).
I'm very intrigued about how the story is going to progress and by how Piper is going to resolve her love situation. My vote is for #whychoose
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