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The Wolfkin Saga #2
Wolf of the Northern Star
Ghost, once known as the cub Luca, is finally home. Back among his kind and learning what it means to be both a man and a shaman, Ghost battles the expectations of his people, his family, and the pressures of a society that is both foreign and familiar. His power is greater than any seen before, dwarfing that of even the legendary Shaman Gray Shadow—and his union with Kane places him in the center of a controversy that rattles wolfkin society around the world.
Kane, greater alpha and Heir to Black Pine Clan, has finally defeated the traitor and murderer that destroyed the heart of Black Pine years before. Freed at last from guilt and pain, Kane has a new enemy to face: his own people. Placed on trial for violation of Law and blasphemy, Kane will have to fight to the death to preserve his bond with Ghost and keep his mate and people safe.
The soulbond between Ghost and Kane is forged by the creator and Goddess of the wolfkin. Usually, a sacred and treasured union that honors the pair and their clans, this soulbond is seen not as a gift, but a threat to eons of tradition and Clan Law.
The union of a Shaman and Alpha is anathema—but how to reconcile that belief when it is the wolfkin Goddess who forged it? Can Ghost and Kane save themselves, preserve their bond, and find a new future when the laws of the ancient past threaten to tear them apart?
**This book is part of a series and is not standalone. Prior books should be read to understand content. 104,000 words. Brief flashbacks of sexual assault and abuse. Mature content and violence.***
Gay Paranormal Shifter Romance
Kane, greater alpha and Heir to Black Pine Clan, has finally defeated the traitor and murderer that destroyed the heart of Black Pine years before. Freed at last from guilt and pain, Kane has a new enemy to face: his own people. Placed on trial for violation of Law and blasphemy, Kane will have to fight to the death to preserve his bond with Ghost and keep his mate and people safe.
The soulbond between Ghost and Kane is forged by the creator and Goddess of the wolfkin. Usually, a sacred and treasured union that honors the pair and their clans, this soulbond is seen not as a gift, but a threat to eons of tradition and Clan Law.
The union of a Shaman and Alpha is anathema—but how to reconcile that belief when it is the wolfkin Goddess who forged it? Can Ghost and Kane save themselves, preserve their bond, and find a new future when the laws of the ancient past threaten to tear them apart?
**This book is part of a series and is not standalone. Prior books should be read to understand content. 104,000 words. Brief flashbacks of sexual assault and abuse. Mature content and violence.***
Gay Paranormal Shifter Romance
430 pages, ebook
First published June 15, 2017
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S.J. Himes
20 books1,457 followersSoon to be retired former pen name of author Sheena Jolie. See that profile for more up to date info.
I will be moving all my titles over the course of 2022 to my new author name, Sheena Jolie.
If you have questions for me, and want an answer sooner rather than later, find me on Facebook or Twitter as Sheena Jolie.
Website under construction.
I also write as Revella Hawthorne. I write mainly gay romance and erotica, but I am branching out into polyamorous groupings and LGBT+ characters.
Saving Silas is my only contemporary. Everything else is paranormal, urban fantasy, or scifi/alternate universe.
I'm a nomad--I move a lot. My health is sporadic, so when I'm feeling well enough is when I'm writing. Which is good, as otherwise, I think my suffering translates to boring stories. ;)
I've learned the hard way that I can't do release dates until a book is 100% DONE. No projected dates anymore. For up to date and accurate information, find me on Facebook and Twitter. I RARELY come to GR. It'll be months before I'm back again.
Any books I have reviewed are my own opinions and done so without malice. I won't review a book anymore if I can't give it 3 stars or higher. Most of my reviews are based upon how a book makes me FEEL. Entirely subjective and personal. Exceptions are in cases of plagiarism and intellectual property theft or a massively horrible formatting job or erroneous content (ie the title and blurb don't match the interior.)
I will be moving all my titles over the course of 2022 to my new author name, Sheena Jolie.
If you have questions for me, and want an answer sooner rather than later, find me on Facebook or Twitter as Sheena Jolie.
Website under construction.
I also write as Revella Hawthorne. I write mainly gay romance and erotica, but I am branching out into polyamorous groupings and LGBT+ characters.
Saving Silas is my only contemporary. Everything else is paranormal, urban fantasy, or scifi/alternate universe.
I'm a nomad--I move a lot. My health is sporadic, so when I'm feeling well enough is when I'm writing. Which is good, as otherwise, I think my suffering translates to boring stories. ;)
I've learned the hard way that I can't do release dates until a book is 100% DONE. No projected dates anymore. For up to date and accurate information, find me on Facebook and Twitter. I RARELY come to GR. It'll be months before I'm back again.
Any books I have reviewed are my own opinions and done so without malice. I won't review a book anymore if I can't give it 3 stars or higher. Most of my reviews are based upon how a book makes me FEEL. Entirely subjective and personal. Exceptions are in cases of plagiarism and intellectual property theft or a massively horrible formatting job or erroneous content (ie the title and blurb don't match the interior.)
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August 2, 2021
Fifth re-read: 02.08.2021
Sigh.... this is just so beautifully written. I love S.J. Himes' books. I still wish we'd get a list of the power rank. I don't know why I want it, but I need it. Also, I want to know more about Roan. But I also want more of Ghost and Kane. And Caius and Gray. Like, you know, now? Pretty please.
Forth re-read: 26.11.2020
I'm still left with the same questions as before. Though I have asked the author about who the most powerful character is and that was that Andromeda is the "strongest", but they all have different abilities, and those abilities are all at different strengths. Also, if the author ever decide to make more than three books in the series, would you think Roan of Sorrowfields and Gabriel Suarez could be a future couple? Again, is Ghost more powerful than Gray Shadow? Another thing... That said, I skimmed the information part this time around as I am struggling lately with tiredness and concentration, but I absolutely adore this story.
Third re-read: 20.11.2019
I have a couple of questions I hope we get answers to before this series ends. I'll put them in a spoilers tag because some of them are spoilery....
Lol I hadn't realized I had all these questions running through my head. I hope I get them answered, I truly do. That being said - or questioned - I truly enjoy this saga. I'm so impatient re-reading these books that I skim parts just to get to my favorite ones...
Second re-read: 15.07.2019
I adore this series, I really do. It's beautifully written, with an amazing plot line and terrific characters. The love in this series so oh so perfect. Ghost and Kane are one of my biggest couple ships, a long side Caius and Gray Shadow. I really want a book for those two as well. I'm not all that interested in Burke's story though. That being said, I hope, truly hope, that we'll get more Ghost and Kane. Sadly though, I believe the author is done with them :/ The only thing that actually drags this one down a bit is the necessary but unwanted POVs of the enemy.
Re-read: 08.04.2018
I had to re-read this one as well. I can't get enough of Kane, Ghost, Caius and Gray Shadow. I ship them so damn hard. Perfect couples who I love and adore. I love the animalistic side of the story, I love the friendship - and of course the relationships - and I still wish and pray that we get some short novels of sorts to see how certain characters are holding up. I hear Burke's book is next, though I'm not sure if I'm actually interested in reading his story :O Who knows, if there's a lot of my favorite couples K&G and C&GS then maybe. The book made my cry. Again. Thought I should mention that.
Other characters: (MIGHT CONTAIN SPOILERS, SO I HID THEM)
First read review:
I knew it!! Man I am BEYOND happy right now!!! You must read this series to understand, because I won't spoil ;) The book centers around youngest grandson of the two most powerful wolves in the Northern Clans, Luca ‘Ghost’ (19) and Heir to the wolfkin clan Black Pine, Kane (44). They are soulbonded, though not many is happy about this and actually doesn't believe it's true. So a trial it becomes. Not only that, but Kane is charged with the use of the Voice against another alpha. And of course, there's the missing wolf who has been captured and experimented on. What more can go wrong?
Overall, though this book was a bit predictable, I was way too happy with what happened to even care. There was also the fact that it was almost boring, but that can be overlooked by the excitement of wanting to know what will happen. You get so... excited that you almost start skimming, only to have to go back and read it over again :P BUT I didn't like how quick the ending felt... We do get more, right? Of our adorable soulbonded couple and, ehem, two other characters who are also soulbonded.... Gad I wanna spoil. I'm evil, after all... ;) But, yeah, we better get more!
Quick basic facts:
Genre: - (Adult) Paranormal Romance (M/M)
Series: - Series, Book Two.
Love triangle? -
Cheating? -
HEA? -
Favorite character? - Luca ‘Ghost’.
Would I read more by this author/or of series? - Yes.
Would I recommend this book/series? - Yes.
Will I read this again in the future? - Yes.
Rating - 3.5 stars.
Sigh.... this is just so beautifully written. I love S.J. Himes' books. I still wish we'd get a list of the power rank. I don't know why I want it, but I need it. Also, I want to know more about Roan. But I also want more of Ghost and Kane. And Caius and Gray. Like, you know, now? Pretty please.
Forth re-read: 26.11.2020
I'm still left with the same questions as before. Though I have asked the author about who the most powerful character is and that was that Andromeda is the "strongest", but they all have different abilities, and those abilities are all at different strengths. Also, if the author ever decide to make more than three books in the series, would you think Roan of Sorrowfields and Gabriel Suarez could be a future couple? Again, is Ghost more powerful than Gray Shadow? Another thing... That said, I skimmed the information part this time around as I am struggling lately with tiredness and concentration, but I absolutely adore this story.
Third re-read: 20.11.2019
I have a couple of questions I hope we get answers to before this series ends. I'll put them in a spoilers tag because some of them are spoilery....
Lol I hadn't realized I had all these questions running through my head. I hope I get them answered, I truly do. That being said - or questioned - I truly enjoy this saga. I'm so impatient re-reading these books that I skim parts just to get to my favorite ones...
Second re-read: 15.07.2019
I adore this series, I really do. It's beautifully written, with an amazing plot line and terrific characters. The love in this series so oh so perfect. Ghost and Kane are one of my biggest couple ships, a long side Caius and Gray Shadow. I really want a book for those two as well. I'm not all that interested in Burke's story though. That being said, I hope, truly hope, that we'll get more Ghost and Kane. Sadly though, I believe the author is done with them :/ The only thing that actually drags this one down a bit is the necessary but unwanted POVs of the enemy.
⋰⋱⋰⋱⋰⋱*Everyone should read this series*⋰⋱⋰⋱⋰⋱
Re-read: 08.04.2018
I had to re-read this one as well. I can't get enough of Kane, Ghost, Caius and Gray Shadow. I ship them so damn hard. Perfect couples who I love and adore. I love the animalistic side of the story, I love the friendship - and of course the relationships - and I still wish and pray that we get some short novels of sorts to see how certain characters are holding up. I hear Burke's book is next, though I'm not sure if I'm actually interested in reading his story :O Who knows, if there's a lot of my favorite couples K&G and C&GS then maybe. The book made my cry. Again. Thought I should mention that.
Just thinking about Marla and Gray Shadow in the same thought was enough to make his heart pound painfully, his eyes shutting as he clenched his fists and fought back the tears. His daughter was dead. And Gray Shadow…. his heart was long dead, too, no matter how strongly it beat in his chest.
He blinked back tears, refusing to give into the pain, but what he saw when he looked again at the cabin was enough to stagger him.
Other characters: (MIGHT CONTAIN SPOILERS, SO I HID THEM)
It felt like fate. That if Gray Shadow and Caius could not find their way to each other, their bloodlines eventually did.
⋰⋱⋰⋱⋰⋱*EVERYTHING IS AS IT SHOULD BE*⋰⋱⋰⋱⋰⋱
First read review:
I knew it!! Man I am BEYOND happy right now!!! You must read this series to understand, because I won't spoil ;) The book centers around youngest grandson of the two most powerful wolves in the Northern Clans, Luca ‘Ghost’ (19) and Heir to the wolfkin clan Black Pine, Kane (44). They are soulbonded, though not many is happy about this and actually doesn't believe it's true. So a trial it becomes. Not only that, but Kane is charged with the use of the Voice against another alpha. And of course, there's the missing wolf who has been captured and experimented on. What more can go wrong?
“Sacrifice, duty, redemption. It all comes down to one thing in the very end. Love. It can heal wounds, soothe scars, repair broken lives, and even right a wrong choice made for the right reasons in the depths of history. If you succeed, a wolf’s willing sacrifice from long ago will be rewarded, and the clans will have new hope to guide them forward.”
Overall, though this book was a bit predictable, I was way too happy with what happened to even care. There was also the fact that it was almost boring, but that can be overlooked by the excitement of wanting to know what will happen. You get so... excited that you almost start skimming, only to have to go back and read it over again :P BUT I didn't like how quick the ending felt... We do get more, right? Of our adorable soulbonded couple and, ehem, two other characters who are also soulbonded.... Gad I wanna spoil. I'm evil, after all... ;) But, yeah, we better get more!
Two halves became one. A sundered soul found its way home.
Quick basic facts:
Genre: - (Adult) Paranormal Romance (M/M)
Series: - Series, Book Two.
Love triangle? -
Cheating? -
HEA? -
Favorite character? - Luca ‘Ghost’.
Would I read more by this author/or of series? - Yes.
Would I recommend this book/series? - Yes.
Will I read this again in the future? - Yes.
Rating - 3.5 stars.
May 24, 2018
Reread: 25th May 2018
Reading this series again just confirmed that these books are still standing as my all time favorite paranormal series. The world so rich and the character so vivid and alive! 🌟 These books are the epitome of an author’s creativity coming life at best. 👏 If you like magic, courageous and noble Alpha shifters, kind and passionate and magical shamans, and treachery, backstabbing, politics and intricate storylines, what are you waiting for my friend? Just read this now! 😍
Original review
Wow .. this was incredible. The whole read has been such a very thrilling rollercoaster ride for me. This is an epic love story of the a beautiful magical world! 💙
Lots of unanswered things that intrigued us from book one were solved here. We now learnt who’s the traitor and who caused death of Ghost’s family members all those years ago. 😭 The bond between Kane and Ghost are stronger than EVER. After being alone for many centuries with a broken heart, grandpa Caius finally also got his own HEA. We have a promise of very enticing sequel coming soon. And soon *hopefully* 🙏 I’m very curious to see how Kane will play the role as the leader of Black Pine clan and how our soft-hearted, kind and yet headstrong and brave Ghost will assist his lover in fighting a battle that would end the atrocities of mankind against wolfkin. 😁
Kane and Ghost makes me laugh, makes my heart warm and melted with their true, soulbonded love. 😌 Caius and Shadow's true love also makes me sob with happy tears and makes me truly excited for their future. 😊 I'm so happy that Burke also found his soulmate after all since he's the former lover of Kane and I couldn’t help but feeling a bit sorry for him in the beginning. And it’s a bonus point that he will finally become blood-related to Ghost and Kane. 😉 So are Sophia and Gerald, wow .. I really did not see that one coming. 😁 Although I'm sad that they had to leave Black Pine, I’m proud and happy that they found an anchor that will hold them together. 😌 It was really exciting and enthralling to see how this epic saga will unfold.
I feel like a kid on a sugar rush with lots of heartfelt HEAs after reading this delicious book. I freaking loooooove it! ❤️
The only thing I want more is I wish there was hot and dirty smut between Julian and Simon when they became new partners (not necessarily non-con like in book one between Roman and Simon). I mean I hate the "Simon" character but I didn't hate the spicy and very lusty smut in book one. 😂 I wish I could have read more intimate scenes between Kane and Ghost.
Who doesn’t love sex with a bit ofmagic sprinkled? 😂
Despite from that, I really can't find anything to nag. This book is just absolutely fantastic! This series truly is spectacular. And the storyline is extraordinary, the world building is sensational and the character building is impeccable.
Read it now if you haven't. 😉
5 Love like soul, never dies stars
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Reading this series again just confirmed that these books are still standing as my all time favorite paranormal series. The world so rich and the character so vivid and alive! 🌟 These books are the epitome of an author’s creativity coming life at best. 👏 If you like magic, courageous and noble Alpha shifters, kind and passionate and magical shamans, and treachery, backstabbing, politics and intricate storylines, what are you waiting for my friend? Just read this now! 😍
Original review
Wow .. this was incredible. The whole read has been such a very thrilling rollercoaster ride for me. This is an epic love story of the a beautiful magical world! 💙
Lots of unanswered things that intrigued us from book one were solved here. We now learnt who’s the traitor and who caused death of Ghost’s family members all those years ago. 😭 The bond between Kane and Ghost are stronger than EVER. After being alone for many centuries with a broken heart, grandpa Caius finally also got his own HEA. We have a promise of very enticing sequel coming soon. And soon *hopefully* 🙏 I’m very curious to see how Kane will play the role as the leader of Black Pine clan and how our soft-hearted, kind and yet headstrong and brave Ghost will assist his lover in fighting a battle that would end the atrocities of mankind against wolfkin. 😁
Kane and Ghost makes me laugh, makes my heart warm and melted with their true, soulbonded love. 😌 Caius and Shadow's true love also makes me sob with happy tears and makes me truly excited for their future. 😊 I'm so happy that Burke also found his soulmate after all since he's the former lover of Kane and I couldn’t help but feeling a bit sorry for him in the beginning. And it’s a bonus point that he will finally become blood-related to Ghost and Kane. 😉 So are Sophia and Gerald, wow .. I really did not see that one coming. 😁 Although I'm sad that they had to leave Black Pine, I’m proud and happy that they found an anchor that will hold them together. 😌 It was really exciting and enthralling to see how this epic saga will unfold.
I feel like a kid on a sugar rush with lots of heartfelt HEAs after reading this delicious book. I freaking loooooove it! ❤️
The only thing I want more is I wish there was hot and dirty smut between Julian and Simon when they became new partners (not necessarily non-con like in book one between Roman and Simon). I mean I hate the "Simon" character but I didn't hate the spicy and very lusty smut in book one. 😂 I wish I could have read more intimate scenes between Kane and Ghost.
Who doesn’t love sex with a bit ofmagic sprinkled? 😂
Despite from that, I really can't find anything to nag. This book is just absolutely fantastic! This series truly is spectacular. And the storyline is extraordinary, the world building is sensational and the character building is impeccable.
Read it now if you haven't. 😉
5 Love like soul, never dies stars
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
July 18, 2025
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Reread December 2022
I'm still hoping SJ Himes will finish this series. It's everything I love in a mate story.
Reread December 2020
Still love this. I do wish the author would finish the series. There's two other couples who need books...
Reread November 2018
Have I mentioned that I love this series? Have I mentioned that this is at the top of my mate story list? Have I mentioned that I love Kane and Ghost? Have I mentioned that I need more like right now? Well, if I haven't mentioned all those things before, I have now. I'm sure I will continue to reread this series for years.
Reread May 2018
I would give this 50000 Stars if I could. It was even better the second time. I smiled and I cried. The reunion got me again. I love Kane and Ghost so much as a couple. I cannot wait for more. There’s more couples and a triad I’m dying for. I cannot recommend this series enough!
Originally read November 2017
Wow...and I thought book 1 was good. It was nothing compared to this one. If I could give it a hundred stars I would. I read as fast as I could. I was on the edge of my seat biting my nails wondering what was going to happen. Would Kane be exonerated? Would Kane and Ghost's bond be broken? Would Simon be found? Would the missing wolves be found alive? Would the bad guys escape justice? On and on I was kept guessing and wondering. New bonds are formed, old ones solidified and lovers reunited. It was freaking AMAZING!
I love Ghost and Kane's bond. They are what I love in shifter mate books. Kane is a great alpha and Ghost is his soft side, taking them back to the basics. They are truly Goddess blessed. ❤️
I'm not ashamed to say I balled like a baby near the end. There's a reunion that just melted my heart into a puddle of goo. New characters are introduced that I'm dying to read about. This is a fabulous shifter series and I am looking forward to more. Himes needs to write faster because I'm already jonesing for the next one.
Thanks again to my GR peeps for introducing me to this series and author 😉
Reread December 2022
I'm still hoping SJ Himes will finish this series. It's everything I love in a mate story.
Reread December 2020
Still love this. I do wish the author would finish the series. There's two other couples who need books...
Reread November 2018
Have I mentioned that I love this series? Have I mentioned that this is at the top of my mate story list? Have I mentioned that I love Kane and Ghost? Have I mentioned that I need more like right now? Well, if I haven't mentioned all those things before, I have now. I'm sure I will continue to reread this series for years.
Reread May 2018
I would give this 50000 Stars if I could. It was even better the second time. I smiled and I cried. The reunion got me again. I love Kane and Ghost so much as a couple. I cannot wait for more. There’s more couples and a triad I’m dying for. I cannot recommend this series enough!
Originally read November 2017
Wow...and I thought book 1 was good. It was nothing compared to this one. If I could give it a hundred stars I would. I read as fast as I could. I was on the edge of my seat biting my nails wondering what was going to happen. Would Kane be exonerated? Would Kane and Ghost's bond be broken? Would Simon be found? Would the missing wolves be found alive? Would the bad guys escape justice? On and on I was kept guessing and wondering. New bonds are formed, old ones solidified and lovers reunited. It was freaking AMAZING!
I love Ghost and Kane's bond. They are what I love in shifter mate books. Kane is a great alpha and Ghost is his soft side, taking them back to the basics. They are truly Goddess blessed. ❤️
I'm not ashamed to say I balled like a baby near the end. There's a reunion that just melted my heart into a puddle of goo. New characters are introduced that I'm dying to read about. This is a fabulous shifter series and I am looking forward to more. Himes needs to write faster because I'm already jonesing for the next one.
Thanks again to my GR peeps for introducing me to this series and author 😉
August 24, 2019
Re-read 22nd - 24th August 2019
Absolutely brilliant I just can’t get enough of this series and this author.
Original review
I’m completely hooked.
Again I’m late to the party but you can be sure I’m going to be on time for the next one.
This continues on from Wolves of Black Pine (yes that must be read first) and it’s another brilliant read and I’m absolutely thrilled that I’ve finally found a well written well thought out werewolf series.
Honestly I feel like I’ve been looking forever and it’s not often I say this but I can’t find a single fault with this series at all, it’s brilliant and it’s on KU.
Friends familiar with my reviews know how rare it is for me to give 5* but for anyone else reading this. I’ve read 280 fiction books so far this year (Don’t worry I didn’t go and count them, I’m not that sad my reading challenge keeps a total I just subtracted the recipe books) and from the 280 only 14 have received 5* and that includes the previous book Wolves of Black Pine.
I’m loving this series and while I wait for the next book I’m going to work my way through the other books by this author.
Absolutely brilliant I just can’t get enough of this series and this author.
Original review
I’m completely hooked.
Again I’m late to the party but you can be sure I’m going to be on time for the next one.
This continues on from Wolves of Black Pine (yes that must be read first) and it’s another brilliant read and I’m absolutely thrilled that I’ve finally found a well written well thought out werewolf series.
Honestly I feel like I’ve been looking forever and it’s not often I say this but I can’t find a single fault with this series at all, it’s brilliant and it’s on KU.
Friends familiar with my reviews know how rare it is for me to give 5* but for anyone else reading this. I’ve read 280 fiction books so far this year (Don’t worry I didn’t go and count them, I’m not that sad my reading challenge keeps a total I just subtracted the recipe books) and from the 280 only 14 have received 5* and that includes the previous book Wolves of Black Pine.
I’m loving this series and while I wait for the next book I’m going to work my way through the other books by this author.
July 23, 2017
OMG!! The best!! I hope this series has a very long life. I can't wait for the next installment!
Whether this author is writing as Revella Hawthorne or as S.J. Himes, she has me completely captivated. I am now a huge fan!
Whether this author is writing as Revella Hawthorne or as S.J. Himes, she has me completely captivated. I am now a huge fan!
November 6, 2019
Wow.... Just wow! I'm looking forward to book 3. Thank FSM this one did not end with a cliffy. Looking forward to Burke's story!!
March 18, 2023
I can't say enough about how awesome this series is. I loved the author's different take on mate bonds. There is quite a bit of action too. I really do think they should've ended Remus sooner. They seemed a little too concerned by human backlash when their people were being killed. I got to understand and like Caius much more in this book. Andromeda kicks so much ass. I love her so much. I cried so much at the beautiful and perfect ending. I can't wait to read more by this author!!
April 30, 2022
O momento mais lindo desse livro foi o reencontro de Caius e Gray shadow, só esse momento já valeu mais do que 5 estrelas para esse livro 💝🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Os dois se amavam e não poderam viver seu amor, fiquei muito triste com essa revelação ( ao qual eu já desconfiava), mas incrivelmente tiveram uma nova chance e foi lindooooo. Eu me tremi toda, achei o segundo livro muito impactante, momentos tensos e emocionantes!
Mostrando mais uma vez que o ser humano e sua ambição é um dos maiores problemas desse mundo. Simon e Ramon fizeram coisas grotescas, mas através dessa merda toda, a grande mãe tinha planos para fazer seus lobos felizes. Duas criações nascidas dessa ambição, foi feito para o mal, mas a grande mãe tornou isso para o bem ( foi genial).
Todos os personagens destaques tiveram seu momento nesse livro. Sobre Gerald e seus companheiros, eu não curto trisal, não gosto de trio, mas Gerald é um lobo que precisava de amor e encontrou isso nos braços de dois lobos que dariam isso a ele, então entendi esse trio.
O momento da reconciliação de pai e filho foi muito bonita, Gerald e Caius precisavam se entender e ter uma segunda chance como pai e filho 😭
Adorei muito que Bruke encontrou sua alma gêmea, no meio daquele caos nasceu outro casal ❤
Não tenho do que reclamar desse livro 2, foi ótimo. Queria muito um terceiro livro e mais momentos de Caius e Gray, Bruke e Wren, Kane e Ghost😍
Os dois se amavam e não poderam viver seu amor, fiquei muito triste com essa revelação ( ao qual eu já desconfiava), mas incrivelmente tiveram uma nova chance e foi lindooooo. Eu me tremi toda, achei o segundo livro muito impactante, momentos tensos e emocionantes!
Mostrando mais uma vez que o ser humano e sua ambição é um dos maiores problemas desse mundo. Simon e Ramon fizeram coisas grotescas, mas através dessa merda toda, a grande mãe tinha planos para fazer seus lobos felizes. Duas criações nascidas dessa ambição, foi feito para o mal, mas a grande mãe tornou isso para o bem ( foi genial).
Todos os personagens destaques tiveram seu momento nesse livro. Sobre Gerald e seus companheiros, eu não curto trisal, não gosto de trio, mas Gerald é um lobo que precisava de amor e encontrou isso nos braços de dois lobos que dariam isso a ele, então entendi esse trio.
O momento da reconciliação de pai e filho foi muito bonita, Gerald e Caius precisavam se entender e ter uma segunda chance como pai e filho 😭
Adorei muito que Bruke encontrou sua alma gêmea, no meio daquele caos nasceu outro casal ❤
Não tenho do que reclamar desse livro 2, foi ótimo. Queria muito um terceiro livro e mais momentos de Caius e Gray, Bruke e Wren, Kane e Ghost😍
October 12, 2017
There are no words...
Oh, how am I going get beyond this book? This marvelous, marvelous book still has me in its grip. I can't stop thinking about it. I loved it even more than the first book! I am in awe. Just freaking fantastic. I am dumbfounded. I have no words to even begin to describe how much I loved this.
If you haven't read this series yet, I urge you to pick it up now. Gah!
Oh, how am I going get beyond this book? This marvelous, marvelous book still has me in its grip. I can't stop thinking about it. I loved it even more than the first book! I am in awe. Just freaking fantastic. I am dumbfounded. I have no words to even begin to describe how much I loved this.
If you haven't read this series yet, I urge you to pick it up now. Gah!
March 17, 2018
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟+🌟
This series is blowing me away. Totally! When I started Wolves of Black Pine I had no idea just how addictive this series was going to be or how superbly the author tells a story. And that's exactly what Himes does - tells a story so damn well I'm enthralled.
Wolf of the Northern Star picks up where Wolves of Black Pine ends, and what a pick up! Straight into the action. Kane and Ghost are where they need to be; their relationship is rock solid and I love that the author didn't meddle with that, they are so good together - a perfect fit. We get a lot more of them as a couple and that made me hug my Kindle .... they are so cute together. I'm so glad that some of the other characters played such strong roles in this book, I loved seeing things play out for them.
This series is turning into one of the best paranormal series I have ever read, and I've read a fair few. I seriously cannot WAIT for the next one, I'm totally and utterly captivated by the Wolfkin Saga. Added bonus - it's KU.
All the stars in the sky for this one!
This series is blowing me away. Totally! When I started Wolves of Black Pine I had no idea just how addictive this series was going to be or how superbly the author tells a story. And that's exactly what Himes does - tells a story so damn well I'm enthralled.
Wolf of the Northern Star picks up where Wolves of Black Pine ends, and what a pick up! Straight into the action. Kane and Ghost are where they need to be; their relationship is rock solid and I love that the author didn't meddle with that, they are so good together - a perfect fit. We get a lot more of them as a couple and that made me hug my Kindle .... they are so cute together. I'm so glad that some of the other characters played such strong roles in this book, I loved seeing things play out for them.
This series is turning into one of the best paranormal series I have ever read, and I've read a fair few. I seriously cannot WAIT for the next one, I'm totally and utterly captivated by the Wolfkin Saga. Added bonus - it's KU.
All the stars in the sky for this one!
September 6, 2022
The book lost its appeal for me especially after the end of the chapter where Royrick seduces the lesser alpha Gerald with just his greater alpha-ness *snort*, lol that was the chapter I didn't like the most... like the whole thing was just freaking weird and out of place.
It was essentially a weird forced threesome love story? I don't mind throuples in books but this was just... huh??? it felt unequal among the three but even besides that it was ridiculous. spoilers ahead.
I seriously don't know how Royprick went from simply trying to apologizing to groping Gerald and Gerald panting and then both wanting to fuck right in front of Sophia. But wtv, I'll let that pass but no way in fuck was that remotely believable even for a fantasy book! It mostly made me cringe because I just saw how Gerald was immediately into Royrick and vice-versa while seemingly forgetting Sophia was in the room. Like did Gerald not think maybe Sophia wouldn't be comfortable seeing her potential mate become enamoured by Royrick right in front of her because so far she had rejected Royrick. Sure she was on board but Gerald didn't know that, did he. It seemed he only needed Royrick and not Sophia. Like at all. Just before all that it was literally: "Royrick gave Gerald a thorough once-over, making Sophia bristle and Gerald pale. “Roy, leave him alone... and: Leave Gerry alone,” she ordered, uncaring she was bossing around a clan leader...“He’s part of my pack, my family, and he’s mine.” “Yours? Does Kane know you’ve claimed Caius’ castoff?” Royrick frowned."
And then all of a sudden this bullshit happens:
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Sophia called Gerald a lesser alpha in her head all the time and she had the nerve to lecture Caius when she and so many others have been belittling him the whole time. gimme a break.
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I'm sorry but I don't believe a man can/should even go from loving someone so deeply to falling in love with someone else right in front of who they claim they love. At this point it felt like Royrick was merely fond of her and him and Gerald could merely fuck off without her with no regrets. I think it's total bullshit but more on that later. When Royrick took her hand in his, I was like "finally you're touching her as well and not only the guy who's practically a stranger that u met fives minutes ago."
Sophia says this at the beginning of this chapter which is titled "Three Hearts":
Why did Caius treat him like shit in the first place? Hmm? Oh yeah because Gerald was utter cow dung and he was everything a vile criminal is; someone who belongs in prison for years of sexual harassment and other awful shit. This lame attempt at proclaiming his redemption because he cares for Ghost and acts somewhat decent now (as in he no longer preys on people like the fucking creep he is) is so damn stupid and almost insulting. I don't give a shit if someone, anyone, whether it be Sophia or Kane or Royprick, is seeing Gerald in a different light now, it doesn't change or lessen the awful shit he did. I don't care if Sophia loves him, she's biased af anyway. As is Royprick who's clearly thinking with his pr*ck since the moment he touched Gerald.
Sophia also says something to Caius as well that pissed me off:
Sophia, darlin, Gerald tried to fuck you and touch you without permission and Caius knew how Gerald treated other women so the fact that Caius treated him like shit his whole life for that and other shit doesn't actually bother me, it actually makes me glad that caius didnt take his shit and that Gerald was shown how repulsive his actions and words were. I don't believe the utter bullshit Sophia and others are spewing in defence of Gerald for even a second. Why shame Caius for doing something you did as well? You also treated him as less until Ghost came along. For fuck's sake, just because you want to hop on his dick now doesnt mean it's going to change or lessen all the hurt Gerald has caused. You're not better than Caius. You're somehow worse to me. And you and Kane and everyone else thinks of Gerald as a lesser alpha in their own heads, lol if he heard your thoughts, he'd be hurt by you too, darlin'.
The hypocrisy of Gerald, Sophia and Royrick in this entire chapter is disgusting and so, so stupid. When Gerald, Royrik and Sophia make their case to be mated off, all three treated Caius like trash, mostly Sophia and Royrick who both disrespected Caius. I know Caius wasn't a great father but why is Gerald being treated like a damsel in distress, like a little princess when he spent YEARS sexually harassing other beta women INCLUDING Sophia in the first book.
...okay...? Gerald, I don't think Caius ever wanted a sexual predator as a son... lol do y'all see what I mean? so much of the blame is being misplaced and there's so many excuses for him. disappointed in the author for this shit writing. Caius apologized to Gerald for being a bad father or wtv and thats fine but I honestly just felt bad for Caius here, not at all for Gerald, like Caius hon, you don't need to reach a "merciful" part in his creepy blackened heart. Gerald should have apologized for being a disturbing person and better yet, apologized for sexually harassing so many women over so many years. Childhood trauma or negligence from a parent DOES NOT excuse someone sexually harassing women. I hated it when Royrick and Sophia reprimanded Caius for all of his shortcomings, it was just bullshit and such a copout on part of the author. Like Gerald, buddy, why do you think you were regarded as less, as useless so many times?? Because your behavior was downright disgusting and appalling so the fact that you can't "forget" the fact that Caius pretty much had correct reactions to your shittiness means fuck all. I'm actually really glad he left the story at that point.
Also, Gerald's storyline was just plain odd. First, Royrick who claims to love Sophia for years and years basically falls in love with someone else in a matter of seconds and vice-versa. Royrick appears to be more physically attracted to Gerald than Sophia. I don't think I'm far off as he can't seem to stop touching Gerald. But these things don't matter I guess.
I strongly believe Gerald should have made greater efforts to apologize and atone for his disgusting previous behaviour. I don't care if Sophia, Kane and Royprick see him in a new light just because he was a decent person once or twice because the fact remains that Gerald's past actions are still horrible and he can't just say "I became this way because I wanted to be what you wanted" to Caius. Makes no sense and it's just a dumb copout; he's putting blame on his dad rather than himself or more than on himself and that really doesn't sit right with me. Pretty sure Caius didn't want a sexual predator for a son. Sure Caius was not much of a father to Gerald and his brother but this DOES NOT EXCUSE Gerald's actions as the author is trying to do.
And the scene where Caius wants to talk to Gerald alone and before that happens, you get this from Kane's POV:
So... Royrick gives Caius a "long, weighted stare" and then makes out with Gerald "defiantly" in front of Sophia, Kane and Caius cuz he's "staking his claim" for all to see but that's just weird, what the fuck does he think will happen? that Caius will try to mate his own son or steal him away? That scene was just uncomfortable and the fact that Gerald just melts into it makes it weirder.
Honestly, the whole throuple story came outta nowhere lol it was too sudden, felt forced and really tried hard to absolve Gerald of his creepiness. And honestly, I thought Gerald only liked Royrick romantically, not Sophia... like at all. And I'm pretty sure I only read Royrick embracing Gerald more like a lover, like yeah they hugged Sophia but the embrace between Royrick and Gerald felt more romantic and that made me cringe for Sophia and I remember Royrick kissing, groping and making out with Gerald only, never once did he do so with Sophia whom Royrick supposedly came back for and "never stopped loving". Give me a break, author, am I really supposed to believe Royrick falls for another man he barely knows in a matter of seconds when the supposed love of his life is already in the room??? Make it make sense!!
And why is Gerald constantly crying or bursting into tears all of a sudden?!?! There's too many inconsistencies and I honestly feel robbed of my time for reading this unbelievably dumb side story.
It was essentially a weird forced threesome love story? I don't mind throuples in books but this was just... huh??? it felt unequal among the three but even besides that it was ridiculous. spoilers ahead.
I seriously don't know how Royprick went from simply trying to apologizing to groping Gerald and Gerald panting and then both wanting to fuck right in front of Sophia. But wtv, I'll let that pass but no way in fuck was that remotely believable even for a fantasy book! It mostly made me cringe because I just saw how Gerald was immediately into Royrick and vice-versa while seemingly forgetting Sophia was in the room. Like did Gerald not think maybe Sophia wouldn't be comfortable seeing her potential mate become enamoured by Royrick right in front of her because so far she had rejected Royrick. Sure she was on board but Gerald didn't know that, did he. It seemed he only needed Royrick and not Sophia. Like at all. Just before all that it was literally: "Royrick gave Gerald a thorough once-over, making Sophia bristle and Gerald pale. “Roy, leave him alone... and: Leave Gerry alone,” she ordered, uncaring she was bossing around a clan leader...“He’s part of my pack, my family, and he’s mine.” “Yours? Does Kane know you’ve claimed Caius’ castoff?” Royrick frowned."
And then all of a sudden this bullshit happens:
"A verbal apology was sufficient—he didn’t need to touch Gerald, especially since Gerald belonged to Kane and Black Pine, not Royrick’s clan. Royrick cupped the back of Gerald’s neck in his big hand, and Gerald whimpered softly, tipping his head to the side, exposing his neck to the stronger wolf. He settled at the touch of the clan leader, eyes fluttering shut. They breathed, at first at odds and then together. Time fell away and every breath, every heartbeat felt more pronounced. More real. Sophia breathed, filling her nose with the twisting scents coming from the two alphas.
Hurt and…heat. Vulnerability laced with pain and aching need."
"...neither of the two men were paying attention to her. Royrick was rubbing a thumb along the underside of Gerald’s chin, the lesser alpha’s eyes shut, mouth parted as he panted softly. He seemed to be in a trance... Gerald was lost, neatly pulled under Royrick’s sway...soothed by the attention."
“He needs,” Royrick whispered. “He feels everything too deeply. He’s vulnerable.”"
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"She looked up at Royrick, who was staring at Gerald in soft wonderment...Gerald appealed to him, and from the way Gerald was reacting to Royrick, the appeal was mutual."
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"He tugged gently, and Gerald went willingly, all but melting into Royrick’s slightly bigger frame, tucking his face into Royrick’s neck. Royrick slipped his arm around Gerald’s waist and held him tightly. “I wanted to see you [Sophia] again...Then I get here, and your heart belongs to someone else. I thought it was Burke at first, but it’s this sweet pup, isn’t it?”
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"Sophia exhaled, thinking hard, taking in how Gerald clung to Royrick’s body."
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"Gerald sighed happily, snuggling deeper, all but plastered to Royrick’s front.
...soft grumbles and happy shivers came from the lesser alpha.
...It was nice to see Gerald so relaxed and calm."
Sophia called Gerald a lesser alpha in her head all the time and she had the nerve to lecture Caius when she and so many others have been belittling him the whole time. gimme a break.
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“I want,” Gerald sighed out. He sleepily blinked his eyes open, and his dark eyes were full of desire and contentment."
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"Kane stood beside his clan leader, facing an unrepentant Royrick, who grinned from ear to ear. Gerald all but hid behind the bigger alpha, eyes dropped to the floor, one hand tucked into Royrick’s like a child."
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"Gerald shivered, creeping behind Royrick."
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"Gerald melted into Royrick’s arms and Kane was pleased by how well they seemed to fit."
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"Royrick vowed, taking Sophia’s hand in his and squeezing Gerald’s with the other."
I'm sorry but I don't believe a man can/should even go from loving someone so deeply to falling in love with someone else right in front of who they claim they love. At this point it felt like Royrick was merely fond of her and him and Gerald could merely fuck off without her with no regrets. I think it's total bullshit but more on that later. When Royrick took her hand in his, I was like "finally you're touching her as well and not only the guy who's practically a stranger that u met fives minutes ago."
Sophia says this at the beginning of this chapter which is titled "Three Hearts":
"No one speaks to you or about you like you’re nothing. I watched your father treat you like shit for your whole life and you took it. You’ve only just now started to act like a decent person and I’ll not see you backslide!"
Why did Caius treat him like shit in the first place? Hmm? Oh yeah because Gerald was utter cow dung and he was everything a vile criminal is; someone who belongs in prison for years of sexual harassment and other awful shit. This lame attempt at proclaiming his redemption because he cares for Ghost and acts somewhat decent now (as in he no longer preys on people like the fucking creep he is) is so damn stupid and almost insulting. I don't give a shit if someone, anyone, whether it be Sophia or Kane or Royprick, is seeing Gerald in a different light now, it doesn't change or lessen the awful shit he did. I don't care if Sophia loves him, she's biased af anyway. As is Royprick who's clearly thinking with his pr*ck since the moment he touched Gerald.
Sophia also says something to Caius as well that pissed me off:
“Gerald is worth loving,” Sophia declared, lifting her chin. “All he has ever needed was for someone to love him, someone worthy of his devotion. He has no desire nor the temperament to lead, and trying to live up to unrealistic expectations soured his personality and left him wounded to the soul. I will treasure him, and Royrick will, too. We know what he needs, and how to care for him. We are both strong enough to welcome more than one wolf into our hearts.”
"Caius’ expression went blank, eyes dark...The reprimand was there in her words and tone—clear as anything, Sophia just called Caius out on his poor treatment of Gerald for the last two hundred years."
Sophia, darlin, Gerald tried to fuck you and touch you without permission and Caius knew how Gerald treated other women so the fact that Caius treated him like shit his whole life for that and other shit doesn't actually bother me, it actually makes me glad that caius didnt take his shit and that Gerald was shown how repulsive his actions and words were. I don't believe the utter bullshit Sophia and others are spewing in defence of Gerald for even a second. Why shame Caius for doing something you did as well? You also treated him as less until Ghost came along. For fuck's sake, just because you want to hop on his dick now doesnt mean it's going to change or lessen all the hurt Gerald has caused. You're not better than Caius. You're somehow worse to me. And you and Kane and everyone else thinks of Gerald as a lesser alpha in their own heads, lol if he heard your thoughts, he'd be hurt by you too, darlin'.
The hypocrisy of Gerald, Sophia and Royrick in this entire chapter is disgusting and so, so stupid. When Gerald, Royrik and Sophia make their case to be mated off, all three treated Caius like trash, mostly Sophia and Royrick who both disrespected Caius. I know Caius wasn't a great father but why is Gerald being treated like a damsel in distress, like a little princess when he spent YEARS sexually harassing other beta women INCLUDING Sophia in the first book.
“I am so sorry.” Caius repeated it, over and over, quietly, hoping that it would reach some merciful part of his son’s heart."Caius hon, no.
“I forgive you, Father,” Gerald had whispered, voice heavy with the weight of his tears. “I can’t forget. I won’t forget being regarded as less, as useless. But I can forgive you. I must. I don’t want to be like this anymore. I hate who I became while I tried so hard to be what I thought you wanted.”
...okay...? Gerald, I don't think Caius ever wanted a sexual predator as a son... lol do y'all see what I mean? so much of the blame is being misplaced and there's so many excuses for him. disappointed in the author for this shit writing. Caius apologized to Gerald for being a bad father or wtv and thats fine but I honestly just felt bad for Caius here, not at all for Gerald, like Caius hon, you don't need to reach a "merciful" part in his creepy blackened heart. Gerald should have apologized for being a disturbing person and better yet, apologized for sexually harassing so many women over so many years. Childhood trauma or negligence from a parent DOES NOT excuse someone sexually harassing women. I hated it when Royrick and Sophia reprimanded Caius for all of his shortcomings, it was just bullshit and such a copout on part of the author. Like Gerald, buddy, why do you think you were regarded as less, as useless so many times?? Because your behavior was downright disgusting and appalling so the fact that you can't "forget" the fact that Caius pretty much had correct reactions to your shittiness means fuck all. I'm actually really glad he left the story at that point.
Also, Gerald's storyline was just plain odd. First, Royrick who claims to love Sophia for years and years basically falls in love with someone else in a matter of seconds and vice-versa. Royrick appears to be more physically attracted to Gerald than Sophia. I don't think I'm far off as he can't seem to stop touching Gerald. But these things don't matter I guess.
I strongly believe Gerald should have made greater efforts to apologize and atone for his disgusting previous behaviour. I don't care if Sophia, Kane and Royprick see him in a new light just because he was a decent person once or twice because the fact remains that Gerald's past actions are still horrible and he can't just say "I became this way because I wanted to be what you wanted" to Caius. Makes no sense and it's just a dumb copout; he's putting blame on his dad rather than himself or more than on himself and that really doesn't sit right with me. Pretty sure Caius didn't want a sexual predator for a son. Sure Caius was not much of a father to Gerald and his brother but this DOES NOT EXCUSE Gerald's actions as the author is trying to do.
And the scene where Caius wants to talk to Gerald alone and before that happens, you get this from Kane's POV:
"Royrick gave Caius a long, weighted stare, then almost defiantly, tipped Gerald’s chin back with a finger and kissed him. Gerald jumped, but settled quickly, opening his mouth and letting Royrick have his way. They looked great together, honestly... Royrick took his time, staking his claim for all to see."
"...Royrick released Gerald with satisfied grin. Gerald was flushed and his lips wet, blinking slowly."
So... Royrick gives Caius a "long, weighted stare" and then makes out with Gerald "defiantly" in front of Sophia, Kane and Caius cuz he's "staking his claim" for all to see but that's just weird, what the fuck does he think will happen? that Caius will try to mate his own son or steal him away? That scene was just uncomfortable and the fact that Gerald just melts into it makes it weirder.
Honestly, the whole throuple story came outta nowhere lol it was too sudden, felt forced and really tried hard to absolve Gerald of his creepiness. And honestly, I thought Gerald only liked Royrick romantically, not Sophia... like at all. And I'm pretty sure I only read Royrick embracing Gerald more like a lover, like yeah they hugged Sophia but the embrace between Royrick and Gerald felt more romantic and that made me cringe for Sophia and I remember Royrick kissing, groping and making out with Gerald only, never once did he do so with Sophia whom Royrick supposedly came back for and "never stopped loving". Give me a break, author, am I really supposed to believe Royrick falls for another man he barely knows in a matter of seconds when the supposed love of his life is already in the room??? Make it make sense!!
And why is Gerald constantly crying or bursting into tears all of a sudden?!?! There's too many inconsistencies and I honestly feel robbed of my time for reading this unbelievably dumb side story.
November 19, 2018
4,5 stars rounded up
After finishing Wolves of Black Pine I needed to know what happens next with Kane and Ghost/Luca. It wasn't exactly a cliffhanger but it was close. I was super afraid for them and I had so many scenarios in my head. Well maybe that's why I got a little disappointed with how their trial for violation of Law and blasphemy went. I mean, a big part of the book revolves around this trial, and we do get to see how the traitors are punished, BUT it didn't keep me on the edge of my seat. Or to be more specific I'd say it was a lot of noise for nothing actually.
What I really loved would be the great surprise the author had for us in the end! I couldn't be happier! My favorite chapter: "Love, like the soul, never dies"
Wren was a nice surprise too. Burke deserved to find his soulbond too. And Caius, well I was conflicted about him. He mistreated his children and Kane so I held some grudges, but his heart never recovered after losing Gray Shadow.
Well I loved how everything fell into place in the end. The last 20% made me rate it with 5 stars. We get a lot of action, suspense AND many surprises!
After finishing Wolves of Black Pine I needed to know what happens next with Kane and Ghost/Luca. It wasn't exactly a cliffhanger but it was close. I was super afraid for them and I had so many scenarios in my head. Well maybe that's why I got a little disappointed with how their trial for violation of Law and blasphemy went. I mean, a big part of the book revolves around this trial, and we do get to see how the traitors are punished, BUT it didn't keep me on the edge of my seat. Or to be more specific I'd say it was a lot of noise for nothing actually.
What I really loved would be the great surprise the author had for us in the end! I couldn't be happier! My favorite chapter: "Love, like the soul, never dies"
Wren was a nice surprise too. Burke deserved to find his soulbond too. And Caius, well I was conflicted about him. He mistreated his children and Kane so I held some grudges, but his heart never recovered after losing Gray Shadow.
Well I loved how everything fell into place in the end. The last 20% made me rate it with 5 stars. We get a lot of action, suspense AND many surprises!
July 24, 2017
I am so happy with the way this ended.
I may be a tad bit confused as well but that does not diminish my happy!
This was the perfect wrap up to the ongoing story line from book 1 with the perfect hook at the end to just make me need more!
I can’t wait for more of all the new revelations! There are so many new stories to tell and I am dying for them!
I loved that this book read as two adventures, both equally exciting.
Such a great series and I really can’t wait for more.
I may be a tad bit confused as well but that does not diminish my happy!
This was the perfect wrap up to the ongoing story line from book 1 with the perfect hook at the end to just make me need more!
I can’t wait for more of all the new revelations! There are so many new stories to tell and I am dying for them!
I loved that this book read as two adventures, both equally exciting.
Such a great series and I really can’t wait for more.
May 11, 2020
Book 2 in the series picks up right where we left book 1.
Ghost and Kane have to go through the anguish of a Tribunal before the issues with the real villains can be sorted.
Again, there’s a lot to like:
- Ghost and Kane in the earlier parts of the book are just delightful.
- I really love some of the secondary characters:
Andromeda, her wisdom and no-nonsense approach in her leadership.
Burke, and his calm and strength, and his solid friendship for Kane.
Sophia, her grit and emancipation in a world where being male and an alpha tops
everything.
Gabe, the young alpha with a huge talent who’s such a great friend to Ghost.
Cat and Glen, who have taken the new world they’ve encountered in their stride.
- There are a couple of very unexpected plot twists.
But ...
- For me, there are probably just a tad too many POVs in this book. Just on the top of my head we get Kane, Ghost, Cain, Sophie, Burke, Andromeda, Cat, Simon, Wren, Gabe and Gerald, but I think there may be more.
- There are so many secondary smaller plot lines (involving all those characters mentioned above) on top of the action at the end, Ghost and Kane seem to get a bit side-lined in the last third or so of the book.
- I had hoped to see Ghost learn more about his powers, learn to count (LOL) and Kane to fall into his role as alpha. But as this isn’t the last book in the series, these things will probably be covered eventually.
- Basically, I wanted more of Kane and Ghost, full stop.
- There is a prologue which explains who the Wolf of the Northern Star is. However, I’m not sure what relevance that has on what comes after. That’s probably on me and missing out some vital information at some point, but it keeps bugging me.
The author is certainly spinning a huge, incredibly detailed tale with an ever expanding cast. And I will be part of it, whenever the next book is released, in the hope to see more of Ghost and Kane fulfilling their destiny.
Ghost and Kane have to go through the anguish of a Tribunal before the issues with the real villains can be sorted.
Again, there’s a lot to like:
- Ghost and Kane in the earlier parts of the book are just delightful.
- I really love some of the secondary characters:
Andromeda, her wisdom and no-nonsense approach in her leadership.
Burke, and his calm and strength, and his solid friendship for Kane.
Sophia, her grit and emancipation in a world where being male and an alpha tops
everything.
Gabe, the young alpha with a huge talent who’s such a great friend to Ghost.
Cat and Glen, who have taken the new world they’ve encountered in their stride.
- There are a couple of very unexpected plot twists.
But ...
- For me, there are probably just a tad too many POVs in this book. Just on the top of my head we get Kane, Ghost, Cain, Sophie, Burke, Andromeda, Cat, Simon, Wren, Gabe and Gerald, but I think there may be more.
- There are so many secondary smaller plot lines (involving all those characters mentioned above) on top of the action at the end, Ghost and Kane seem to get a bit side-lined in the last third or so of the book.
- I had hoped to see Ghost learn more about his powers, learn to count (LOL) and Kane to fall into his role as alpha. But as this isn’t the last book in the series, these things will probably be covered eventually.
- Basically, I wanted more of Kane and Ghost, full stop.
- There is a prologue which explains who the Wolf of the Northern Star is. However, I’m not sure what relevance that has on what comes after. That’s probably on me and missing out some vital information at some point, but it keeps bugging me.
The author is certainly spinning a huge, incredibly detailed tale with an ever expanding cast. And I will be part of it, whenever the next book is released, in the hope to see more of Ghost and Kane fulfilling their destiny.
August 22, 2019
4.5 stars. The beginning made me think I wasn't going to enjoy this as much as the first, because I was so damn outraged on behalf of Kane and Ghost. But this ended up giving me everything I wanted, even if the path there was definitely not smooth. SJ Himes makes her characters work for their happy but she doesn't torture them, which I really appreciate.
I so loved the world created here. This author always creates a setting that feels real and present and characters that you know and care about. The plot was exciting and kept me turning pages *and staying up way past my bedtime*, because I had to know what was going to happen next! I couldn't read fast enough.
I loved how Ghost and Kane were so protective of each other, it wasn't alpha Kane doing all of the defending. Ghost was formidable in his own right. And I was very happy with the way that the story played out, for all of the pack.
I hope there are many more Black Pine stories to come, because I am here for all of them!
I so loved the world created here. This author always creates a setting that feels real and present and characters that you know and care about. The plot was exciting and kept me turning pages *and staying up way past my bedtime*, because I had to know what was going to happen next! I couldn't read fast enough.
I loved how Ghost and Kane were so protective of each other, it wasn't alpha Kane doing all of the defending. Ghost was formidable in his own right. And I was very happy with the way that the story played out, for all of the pack.
I hope there are many more Black Pine stories to come, because I am here for all of them!
November 29, 2022
**** Werewolf lovers, this series is for you !****
Book one is fantastic, and book two is even more exciting. Now that we know the characters and their struggles, we are more in tuned, and the events flow seamlessly. I also liked all of the clan names.
We see Instinct. Magic. Strength. Loyalty.
Strong Alphas, brave women, unbreakable pack mates, and the ever present evil ones, keep our attention.
Not everyone likes Alpha Kane and Shaman Ghost's soulbonded mating,
even if it is approved by the Goddess. Their pack is steadfast and our special mates are extremely happy and passionate.
Everybody is very busy in this episode. The Tribunal convenes and declares a punishment for Kane. Evil lurks, and the horrible tormentors have an addition that surprised me. They are finally found, and justice met.
We discover surprises with the wolfkins rescued that are magical and miraculous.
But we are also shocked and amazed, leaving us readers wanting more, more, more.
The writing is magnificent, exciting, and action packed. We are stunned at the shocking evilness that is uncovered.
Constant forward movement, and thrilling events.
Highly recommended. ENJOY !
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Book one is fantastic, and book two is even more exciting. Now that we know the characters and their struggles, we are more in tuned, and the events flow seamlessly. I also liked all of the clan names.
We see Instinct. Magic. Strength. Loyalty.
Strong Alphas, brave women, unbreakable pack mates, and the ever present evil ones, keep our attention.
Not everyone likes Alpha Kane and Shaman Ghost's soulbonded mating,
even if it is approved by the Goddess. Their pack is steadfast and our special mates are extremely happy and passionate.
Everybody is very busy in this episode. The Tribunal convenes and declares a punishment for Kane. Evil lurks, and the horrible tormentors have an addition that surprised me. They are finally found, and justice met.
We discover surprises with the wolfkins rescued that are magical and miraculous.
But we are also shocked and amazed, leaving us readers wanting more, more, more.
The writing is magnificent, exciting, and action packed. We are stunned at the shocking evilness that is uncovered.
Constant forward movement, and thrilling events.
Highly recommended. ENJOY !
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June 16, 2017
Stunning return for the Wolfkin Saga
This book manages to tie up all loose ends - and add in a few surprises - without ever feeling like it's specifically doing so.
The story continues with wolfkin still missing, Ghost and Kane still facing threats over their soulbond and Simon Remus still trying to genetically engineer his own hybrid super soldiers.
Without revealing any plot points, there were two stand out moments for me in this story and both times Sheena handled them with a deft hand, smoothing over both a really sad moment, and then later a beautifully happy one, with consummate skill.
This book broke my heart at one point when more of the Black Pine Pack's past is revealed but then it was put together again with a bit of brilliance that never read like it was there "just because" but because it fit into the narrative.
Andromeda is awesome, not much more to say about that and I'm hoping there will be more about her revealed in the next book which I am desperate to read now.
I know there was a long wait for this one because of various reasons, but the book Sheena has produced is worth every bit of that time.
Also shout out for the book covers, absolutely stunning work.
This book manages to tie up all loose ends - and add in a few surprises - without ever feeling like it's specifically doing so.
The story continues with wolfkin still missing, Ghost and Kane still facing threats over their soulbond and Simon Remus still trying to genetically engineer his own hybrid super soldiers.
Without revealing any plot points, there were two stand out moments for me in this story and both times Sheena handled them with a deft hand, smoothing over both a really sad moment, and then later a beautifully happy one, with consummate skill.
This book broke my heart at one point when more of the Black Pine Pack's past is revealed but then it was put together again with a bit of brilliance that never read like it was there "just because" but because it fit into the narrative.
Andromeda is awesome, not much more to say about that and I'm hoping there will be more about her revealed in the next book which I am desperate to read now.
I know there was a long wait for this one because of various reasons, but the book Sheena has produced is worth every bit of that time.
Also shout out for the book covers, absolutely stunning work.
September 7, 2019
Finally finished this, woot woot!
RTC....
~*~
4.5 stars!
Overall I loved this. I loved getting the conclusion to Ghost and Kane's love story. I loved seeing the story threads from the last book be closed (and some new ones opened up for book three :D).
This is mainly the first half of the book being the "trial" over Ghost's and Kane's soulbond and as well as Roman and Claire's. Ghost and Kane are kept apart somewhat, but it's oh so sweet when they are returned to each other.
The second half is the trying to stop Simon Remus and all his labs and all the horrible experiments they're doing.
My only small complaint is that I wanted just a tad more romantic Ghost and Kane moments. It felt like by the end they were pushed aside a tad for a new couple or two...which I didn't hate in this instance, but I also still missed them together. I get that they were solid and happy, but I just wanted a little more of those small little happy moments to enjoy between these two, because this book was still their book, ya know? The only reason for the .5 off of a star.
But other than the romance this had a great plot, great characters, was well written, and kept my interesting. The only reason this took so long is my RL schedule. If I hadn't had to do things and wasn't so tired when I was finished with them, I would have finished this within days, I know it.
So yes, I highly recommend this! Two big thumbs up from me! :D
RTC....
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4.5 stars!
Overall I loved this. I loved getting the conclusion to Ghost and Kane's love story. I loved seeing the story threads from the last book be closed (and some new ones opened up for book three :D).
This is mainly the first half of the book being the "trial" over Ghost's and Kane's soulbond and as well as Roman and Claire's. Ghost and Kane are kept apart somewhat, but it's oh so sweet when they are returned to each other.
The second half is the trying to stop Simon Remus and all his labs and all the horrible experiments they're doing.
My only small complaint is that I wanted just a tad more romantic Ghost and Kane moments. It felt like by the end they were pushed aside a tad for a new couple or two...which I didn't hate in this instance, but I also still missed them together. I get that they were solid and happy, but I just wanted a little more of those small little happy moments to enjoy between these two, because this book was still their book, ya know? The only reason for the .5 off of a star.
But other than the romance this had a great plot, great characters, was well written, and kept my interesting. The only reason this took so long is my RL schedule. If I hadn't had to do things and wasn't so tired when I was finished with them, I would have finished this within days, I know it.
So yes, I highly recommend this! Two big thumbs up from me! :D
February 24, 2018
4.5 Stars
I liked the first one, but holy hell this one was amazing. So many tears. Such a good ending. I can't even write up a decently coherent review right now because my face hasn't stopped leaking.
After the epilogue there was a note that the "Wolfkin Saga will continue." I can't even imagine what the next one would entail but I don't even care because I'm gonna read it anyway.
I liked the first one, but holy hell this one was amazing. So many tears. Such a good ending. I can't even write up a decently coherent review right now because my face hasn't stopped leaking.
After the epilogue there was a note that the "Wolfkin Saga will continue." I can't even imagine what the next one would entail but I don't even care because I'm gonna read it anyway.
February 28, 2024
Book safety, content warnings, and tropes down below.
“Ghost likes hugging. I like that he likes hugging. I just wish he would contain his hugs to me,” Kane grumbled. “Why does he have to hug every male wolfkin he knows?”
I’m so thankful I read this saga. I’ve been in a big reading slump lately where I’m still reading every day, but it feels like a chore. These two books are the first ones I’ve really had fun reading in what feels like forever. This book deals with basically everything that was left open after book 1 (except for one thing), mainly dealing with the traitors/bad guys and Kane and Ghost defending their soulbond. I also absolutely adored seeing Ghost and Burke become good friends. So darn cute.
I enjoyed the first book more, but this was still a very good second book. Kane and Ghost are as sweet as ever, and I loved to see them become more secure in their bond. Another cool aspect was seeing more of how Ghost struggled with human things and the human world. Wearing clothes is still an issue (and leads to funny moments), he drives in a car for the first time as a human since he came back and almost pukes on everyone, he can’t read, etc. Silly human things like eating slowly and with cutlery, waiting for things, human laws and so on, seems like unnecessary things to Ghost. If you know this meme, that’s Ghost to a T in literally any situation:
He was still not used to having conversations and talking to others, no matter the species, and his habit of getting up and leaving when he was bored was rude, or so said Cat and Glen.
Gerald’s redemption story continues to be beautiful. His story was the parts of this book that made the most emotional. It was like someone punched me right in the solar plexus when he finally had it out with his dad.
“I forgive you, Father,” Gerald had whispered, voice heavy with the weight of his tears. “I can’t forget. I won’t forget being regarded as less, as useless. But I can forgive you. I must. I don’t want to be like this anymore. I hate who I became while I tried so hard to be what I thought you wanted.”
There’s still a couple things left unfinished for the overarching plot, so I’m really hoping there will be a third book, and that it will be about Burke and his HEA. He sure deserves it.
Couldn’t recommend this series more.
⬇️ Blanket spoiler warning ⬇️
⚠️ Tropes & tags ⚠️
Found family
Established couple
Werewolves
Wolf shifters
Soulmates
Alpha/shaman pairing
Age gap
⚠️ Content warning ⚠️
Explicit sexual content
Graphic violence
On-page killing
Whipping of a side character (on page)
Death of a small animal
MC falsely accused of a crime
Captivity
Gun violence
⚠️Book safety ⚠️
Cheating: No
Other person drama: No
Breakup: No
POV: 3rd person, multi POV
Genre: Urban fantasy romance, M/M
Strict roles or versatile: Strict roles
Main characters’ age: 19 and 44 (not a crazy age gap for wolfkin).
Pages: 355
Glen got up from the couch at the first knock on the cabin door […]. He finished chewing his breakfast, glad he swallowed before surprise made him choke. He certainly wasn’t expecting a naked Ghost to walk past him with a smile and a cheerful wave. Glen gaped, then found his wits. “Hey, buddy.” “Hi, Glen.” Ghost scampered to the couch and jumped on the cushions, dropping to his knees and flopping over. Glen closed the door, charmed by the odd yet sweet behavior of the young creature he helped raise. […] “I know you’re not used to being human yet after all these years, buddy, but maybe you can practice. I’m not used to seeing a naked man lounging about where I plunk down my own ass.” “I hate clothes,” the kid grumbled, his plump lower lip coming out in a pout. “I can tell. It’s weird for me though. I raised you, so that’s like you’re my kid. I don’t need to see my grown kid’s junk flapping about.”
“Guilt eats at us. It weighs us down and lies to us, too. We think there is nothing on the other side of grief. How can there be anything on the other side of such pain? Combine guilt and grief, you’re trapped in a never-ending cycle of pain. Guilt creates more grief, and grief fuels our guilt. No matter how long we live, we are still mortals, and we suffer for our mistakes. […]”
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“Ghost likes hugging. I like that he likes hugging. I just wish he would contain his hugs to me,” Kane grumbled. “Why does he have to hug every male wolfkin he knows?”
I’m so thankful I read this saga. I’ve been in a big reading slump lately where I’m still reading every day, but it feels like a chore. These two books are the first ones I’ve really had fun reading in what feels like forever. This book deals with basically everything that was left open after book 1 (except for one thing), mainly dealing with the traitors/bad guys and Kane and Ghost defending their soulbond. I also absolutely adored seeing Ghost and Burke become good friends. So darn cute.
I enjoyed the first book more, but this was still a very good second book. Kane and Ghost are as sweet as ever, and I loved to see them become more secure in their bond. Another cool aspect was seeing more of how Ghost struggled with human things and the human world. Wearing clothes is still an issue (and leads to funny moments), he drives in a car for the first time as a human since he came back and almost pukes on everyone, he can’t read, etc. Silly human things like eating slowly and with cutlery, waiting for things, human laws and so on, seems like unnecessary things to Ghost. If you know this meme, that’s Ghost to a T in literally any situation:
He was still not used to having conversations and talking to others, no matter the species, and his habit of getting up and leaving when he was bored was rude, or so said Cat and Glen.
Gerald’s redemption story continues to be beautiful. His story was the parts of this book that made the most emotional. It was like someone punched me right in the solar plexus when he finally had it out with his dad.
“I forgive you, Father,” Gerald had whispered, voice heavy with the weight of his tears. “I can’t forget. I won’t forget being regarded as less, as useless. But I can forgive you. I must. I don’t want to be like this anymore. I hate who I became while I tried so hard to be what I thought you wanted.”
There’s still a couple things left unfinished for the overarching plot, so I’m really hoping there will be a third book, and that it will be about Burke and his HEA. He sure deserves it.
Couldn’t recommend this series more.
⬇️ Blanket spoiler warning ⬇️
⚠️ Tropes & tags ⚠️
Found family
Established couple
Werewolves
Wolf shifters
Soulmates
Alpha/shaman pairing
Age gap
⚠️ Content warning ⚠️
Explicit sexual content
Graphic violence
On-page killing
Whipping of a side character (on page)
Death of a small animal
MC falsely accused of a crime
Captivity
Gun violence
⚠️Book safety ⚠️
Cheating: No
Other person drama: No
Breakup: No
POV: 3rd person, multi POV
Genre: Urban fantasy romance, M/M
Strict roles or versatile: Strict roles
Main characters’ age: 19 and 44 (not a crazy age gap for wolfkin).
Pages: 355
Glen got up from the couch at the first knock on the cabin door […]. He finished chewing his breakfast, glad he swallowed before surprise made him choke. He certainly wasn’t expecting a naked Ghost to walk past him with a smile and a cheerful wave. Glen gaped, then found his wits. “Hey, buddy.” “Hi, Glen.” Ghost scampered to the couch and jumped on the cushions, dropping to his knees and flopping over. Glen closed the door, charmed by the odd yet sweet behavior of the young creature he helped raise. […] “I know you’re not used to being human yet after all these years, buddy, but maybe you can practice. I’m not used to seeing a naked man lounging about where I plunk down my own ass.” “I hate clothes,” the kid grumbled, his plump lower lip coming out in a pout. “I can tell. It’s weird for me though. I raised you, so that’s like you’re my kid. I don’t need to see my grown kid’s junk flapping about.”
“Guilt eats at us. It weighs us down and lies to us, too. We think there is nothing on the other side of grief. How can there be anything on the other side of such pain? Combine guilt and grief, you’re trapped in a never-ending cycle of pain. Guilt creates more grief, and grief fuels our guilt. No matter how long we live, we are still mortals, and we suffer for our mistakes. […]”
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October 28, 2017
At this point I’m absolutely speechless with how phenomenal this series was!!😲 if I could I’d give this book a perfect 10 🖐🤚 You can’t even fathom just how perfect this book ended! This will go down as one of my all time favourites!
June 11, 2017
I never thought the sequel to The Wolves of Black Pine could live up to my expectations, with how much I loved book one, but SJ Himes knocked it out of the park! She picked right up where she left off and within the first chapter I was totally immersed in her world just like I was the first time around. My god how I love Ghost and Kane. These two do crazy things to my heart. The Wolf of the Northern Star continues to give us the rich Wolfkin history that I just can't get enough of. The characters are so rich with depth to all of them. Making me want so much more. It's always been a personal barometer for me to judge my love of a book by the depth of panic I feel as I get closer and closer to the end, seeing each percentage on my Kindle tick by and not wanting it to end! I'll tell u my panic started setting in at the 80% mark. I still had so much story left, things unsettled and such but my dread for finishing her brilliant words was starting to build. That's a great book in my eyes. The action is non stop, the twists and turns kept me guessing, there were several "OMG I did not see that coming" moments and I wouldn't change a word!! I love this authors world building and absolutely recommend this series and this book wholeheartedly. I can't wait for the third book!! Bravo SJ Himes Bravo!!!
September 8, 2021
This is my favorite pnr, shifter series. It’s brilliantly written. The world is painted so carefully, the relationships are tender and deeply moving. All my questions from book one were answered in this one!
I love Ghost’s continuing relationship with his human pack, especially Glen.
I love Ghost’s continuing relationship with his human pack, especially Glen.
Ghost curled up in his lap like he used to as a pup, though it was different now, as Ghost was not a wolf anymore. Glen heaved out a groan in complaint, but let Ghost hide under his chin and snuggle. He hugged the boy to his chest, and they both relaxed, adjusting easily enough to the new dynamic.I wished there had been more with Ghost and Kane, and less on pack dynamics in this one. Nevertheless, I still loved this story.
October 30, 2017
EXCELLENT all around!!!!
November 7, 2017
I am so happy right now.
Review to come.
Review to come.
May 15, 2019
✮5 Stars✮
💗
June 8, 2018
3.75 stars
An interesting mixture of old-style MF romance (which I hate) and kickass apex predators (which I love). I thought the "spiritual" aspect of the story was overdone, but the pack dynamics were well conceived and realized. The first half of the book was a bit mind-numbing, much in the way politics or courtroom drama are to me. Not enough action, in Ghost's head too much, a tendency toward too much tell and not enough show. But about half way through the book, the dam broke and the rescue plan was finally planned and executed. The ending was a bit over the top...but I cried like damn baby. So, yeah, I'll probably read the next one.
Note to author/publisher/editor: Take some time to ensure the appropriate missing words make it into the final draft. It makes me cranky and pulls me out of the story every time some article or preposition is missing.
An interesting mixture of old-style MF romance (which I hate) and kickass apex predators (which I love). I thought the "spiritual" aspect of the story was overdone, but the pack dynamics were well conceived and realized. The first half of the book was a bit mind-numbing, much in the way politics or courtroom drama are to me. Not enough action, in Ghost's head too much, a tendency toward too much tell and not enough show. But about half way through the book, the dam broke and the rescue plan was finally planned and executed. The ending was a bit over the top...but I cried like damn baby. So, yeah, I'll probably read the next one.
Note to author/publisher/editor: Take some time to ensure the appropriate missing words make it into the final draft. It makes me cranky and pulls me out of the story every time some article or preposition is missing.
September 30, 2022
nooo😭 so not a fan of the ending. i mean, i get that Caius was crippled by grief and all but bringing back characters from death? c'mon now, that doesn't even work in action thrillers let alone in urban fantasy💀. and to make it worse it wasn't even a main character.
and suddenly everybody seems to be finding their mates💀. first, that was way too rushed and second, they're secondary characters why are their happily ever afters being given this much importance😭. also, i thought soulbondeds were very rare? three in the same pack in the same year doesn't count as rare in my book sorry.
investigating crimes is usually time sensitive isn't it? but they didn't even bother interrogating the docter until all their personal problems were resolved which, i would usually agree with but most of them were just sitting around waiting for a verdict anyway.
obviously the first book was way better.
and suddenly everybody seems to be finding their mates💀. first, that was way too rushed and second, they're secondary characters why are their happily ever afters being given this much importance😭. also, i thought soulbondeds were very rare? three in the same pack in the same year doesn't count as rare in my book sorry.
investigating crimes is usually time sensitive isn't it? but they didn't even bother interrogating the docter until all their personal problems were resolved which, i would usually agree with but most of them were just sitting around waiting for a verdict anyway.
obviously the first book was way better.
September 6, 2022
I'm so confused. This is what happened at the start of the storyline of Sophia, Gerald and Roy:
So how in the effin eff did that interaction go from THAT to this in mere SECONDS:
Gerald was basically in heat over Roy. I felt weird witnessing that especially since it was SOPHIA who defended Gerry and spoke up for him to Roy and literally made a big speech and yet, he shows deep affection to and only for Roy. Ouch and talk about awkward. Roy also seems more enchanted with Gerald than with Sophia whom he says he's loved since their time together which is long fucking time and she's the one who got away, someone he's never stopped loving. So for him to just fall in love with someone new and show this intense physical attraction towards Gerald in a matter of seconds made me think his love for Sophia is not that strong.
UHH so much for feminism? SMH. Sophia had proved time and time again that she could everything an alpha could and the only differences were the label of Beta she possessed and that she didn't have the Voice which is basically controlling someone's mind (which Gerald does not need from Roy to "heal" or whatever the author is trying to imply). I thought the author was doing well with Sophia's character but this one statement effectively ruined this. The reasoning is total bullshit and everyone knows it. TYPICAL. and BORING. I'm also bored writing this review so Imma wrap it up. Basically, the book in itself was not terrible but it wasn't wow wow, I was able to finish it. However, this specific storyline between Roy, Gerald and Sophia.
BTW something felt really off...
"I release you, Sophia..." then -> "Royrick grinned."
“I release you, Gerald McLennan..." then -> "Royrick’s smile was near blinding."
Why did Roy merely "grin" when Kane released Sophia but had a "near blinding smile" when he released Gerald...?
I'm probably being nit-picky with that word choice but still... Seems sketchy (but there are a lot of more word choices, tipping scales, that are even sketchier, this one is the first, and thankfully, most relevant to this review that I could think of lol).
Don't think I will read more from this author, the books just aren't interesting enough and often steer in odd directions.
I solemnly swear to never recommend this book.
One more thing, I agree that Caius wasn't the best father but it felt really unfair, stupid and hypocritical that everyone blamed him for his "poor treatment of Gerald for the last two hundred years" when the fact remains that Sophia, Kane and basically everyone and their mama treated Gerald just as badly or poorly or however you want to put it and it was actually all for a good reason. Gerald SUCKS, big time. He's shitty. That's the gospel truth. Or at least he was shitty. Still doesn't erase his ugly past and what his actions were or caused. And to blame the sins of a son all on his father is just... disgusting and wrong as hell.
ANYWAYS, bye now :)
"Gerald gave her a small smile as he eyed Royrick warily. Royrick gave Gerald a thorough once-over, making Sophia bristle and Gerald pale. “Roy, leave him alone. Gerry, you want a sandwich?”
"Gerald tore his eyes away from the frowning clan leader, and walked over to stand beside her..."
"Sophia slapped the sandwich together and handed it to Gerald on a plate. Gerald flushed, taking it from her while watching Royrick from the corner of his eye. “I’ll just go,” Gerald said quietly, his courage failing him when confronted by Royrick’s displeasure. “Thank you for the sandwich.”
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"Gerald flushed, taking it from her while watching Royrick from the corner of his eye. “I’ll just go,” Gerald said quietly, his courage failing him when confronted by Royrick’s displeasure."
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“...Does Kane know you’ve claimed Caius’ castoff?” Royrick frowned.
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"...Sophia growled. She could damn near feel the misery that rolled off Gerald at Royrick’s callous words. "
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“Sophia, it’s okay,” Gerald interrupted, voice hollow and dulled..."
So how in the effin eff did that interaction go from THAT to this in mere SECONDS:
"Royrick cupped the back of Gerald’s neck in his big hand, and Gerald whimpered softly, tipping his head to the side, exposing his neck to the stronger wolf. He settled at the touch of the clan leader, eyes fluttering shut."
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""...Sophia breathed, filling her nose with the twisting scents coming from the two alphas.
Hurt and…heat. Vulnerability laced with pain and aching need."
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"...neither of the two men were paying attention to her."
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"Royrick was rubbing a thumb along the underside of Gerald’s chin, the lesser alpha’s eyes shut, mouth parted as he panted softly. He seemed to be in a trance..."
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"Gerald was lost, neatly pulled under Royrick’s sway and the wounded air he carried about him seemed less sharp, soothed by the attention."
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"...staring at Gerald in soft wonderment... Gerald appealed to him, and from the way Gerald was reacting to Royrick, the appeal was mutual."
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"He tugged gently, and Gerald went willingly, all but melting into Royrick’s slightly bigger frame, tucking his face into Royrick’s neck. Royrick slipped his arm around Gerald’s waist and held him tightly."
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"Gerald sighed happily, snuggling deeper, all but plastered to Royrick’s front."
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“I want,” Gerald sighed out. He sleepily blinked his eyes open, and his dark eyes were full of desire and contentment."
Gerald was basically in heat over Roy. I felt weird witnessing that especially since it was SOPHIA who defended Gerry and spoke up for him to Roy and literally made a big speech and yet, he shows deep affection to and only for Roy. Ouch and talk about awkward. Roy also seems more enchanted with Gerald than with Sophia whom he says he's loved since their time together which is long fucking time and she's the one who got away, someone he's never stopped loving. So for him to just fall in love with someone new and show this intense physical attraction towards Gerald in a matter of seconds made me think his love for Sophia is not that strong.
"Sophia exhaled, thinking hard, taking in how Gerald clung to Royrick’s body. He needed a greater alpha to support him. Sophia was strong, she was dominant—but she was a beta. She could give Gerald some of what he needed, but she would always fall short in other ways."
UHH so much for feminism? SMH. Sophia had proved time and time again that she could everything an alpha could and the only differences were the label of Beta she possessed and that she didn't have the Voice which is basically controlling someone's mind (which Gerald does not need from Roy to "heal" or whatever the author is trying to imply). I thought the author was doing well with Sophia's character but this one statement effectively ruined this. The reasoning is total bullshit and everyone knows it. TYPICAL. and BORING. I'm also bored writing this review so Imma wrap it up. Basically, the book in itself was not terrible but it wasn't wow wow, I was able to finish it. However, this specific storyline between Roy, Gerald and Sophia.
BTW something felt really off...
"I release you, Sophia..." then -> "Royrick grinned."
“I release you, Gerald McLennan..." then -> "Royrick’s smile was near blinding."
Why did Roy merely "grin" when Kane released Sophia but had a "near blinding smile" when he released Gerald...?
I'm probably being nit-picky with that word choice but still... Seems sketchy (but there are a lot of more word choices, tipping scales, that are even sketchier, this one is the first, and thankfully, most relevant to this review that I could think of lol).
Don't think I will read more from this author, the books just aren't interesting enough and often steer in odd directions.
I solemnly swear to never recommend this book.
One more thing, I agree that Caius wasn't the best father but it felt really unfair, stupid and hypocritical that everyone blamed him for his "poor treatment of Gerald for the last two hundred years" when the fact remains that Sophia, Kane and basically everyone and their mama treated Gerald just as badly or poorly or however you want to put it and it was actually all for a good reason. Gerald SUCKS, big time. He's shitty. That's the gospel truth. Or at least he was shitty. Still doesn't erase his ugly past and what his actions were or caused. And to blame the sins of a son all on his father is just... disgusting and wrong as hell.
ANYWAYS, bye now :)
September 6, 2022
I thought this book was quite dense in more ways than one. It was cool seeing that Burke found love at the end but it was written many times how rare soul bounds are and alluva sudden there’s 3 of them. -_- Also considering how old everyone else is to Kane especially Caius he seems almost like kid age and he takes over as alpha? Seriously? I thought Caius made a better alpha but I don’t care enough about the story to go more into why. The smut got boring as hell in this one. Kane and Ghost didn’t matter much in the story, they’re crucial characters but I was glad we weren’t bombarbed with any relationship crap. Though there was one relationship that just took the cake for being the most absurd.
I was so peeved that Royrick got all chummy with Gerald that little bitch ass punk ass wannabe, creep. I’m even more pissed that Himes would think any woman would be ok with watching her newfound love fall for another in a matter of seconds right in front of her. I don’t care if roybitch was an alpha and somehow for no sensical reason gerald needed a alpha dick to guide him in life and Sophia wasn’t enough for his sorry ass. That whole scene where they’re all 3 in front of Caius and Kane is so cringe. the love menage was forced. Even for a paranormal shifter book, it was ridiculous. Gerald got actually horny just because roybitch touched his neck and rubbed his chin. That whole sequence of event turns me off like no other.
At least try to make it a good story? plus it’s kind of odd that at least Sophia wouldn't want to stay for the final battle after everything that’s happened so far. They just leave? They know things aren’t over or settled. But I’m sure Gerald was excited to leave as fast as possible so he could get Royss alpha c*ck in him. He probably already had before leaving lmao. Because that is essentially what happened, right? Gerald clearly had more feelings and more attraction towards Roybitch and I might even say the same for Roybitch. Why are some BL authors afraid to write normal love behaviour between a man and a woman when they’re together, ya don’t need to add a third man and when you do, you have that man and the first man steal the show. I didn’t like Sophia much but the broad got snuffed in the glory and love of Roybitch and Gerald. Thats dem facts ya cant deny.
Don't insult women like that, they matter too in MM books lol especially when there is an established couple already, don’t frigging use women as plot devices to get two men together and then only focus on them for god’s sakes, all while the woman is mostly on the side or in background, they really dont need to be put in the background just so you can highlight a male-male love story when the male-female couple were actually a good match alone. Gerald literally goes from being afraid and embarrassed because of Roybitch’s to being a horny clingy cringey toad for him. Roybitch as well, he clearly didn’t like Gerald and saw him as a threat but because he’s touching him a little and sensing vulnerability and that Gerald feels a lot or some stupid convenient plot shit, that means he’s gonna take him as a alpha mate and lover when he's never once seen with him in the story before?
Even if you really wanted a threeway love story then why not make that love equally spread? Especially the attraction equally spread? All we see is Gerald clinging to Roy and Roy being possessive as hell and cringy over Gerald when he should also be ecstatic that he got Sophia back.
This was probably one of the worst 3-way love stories I’ve ever read and and is definitely the worst werewolf love story I’ve ever read. I think I only read one other review mentioning something about this "romantic", "threequal" (NOT) relationship, but seriously hope people see what's actually going on here.
This was not a great sequel. some parts ok but others... you know what I mean if you read the whole review ;)
Sorry for any typos ;D
so yup, dont recommend.
I was so peeved that Royrick got all chummy with Gerald that little bitch ass punk ass wannabe, creep. I’m even more pissed that Himes would think any woman would be ok with watching her newfound love fall for another in a matter of seconds right in front of her. I don’t care if roybitch was an alpha and somehow for no sensical reason gerald needed a alpha dick to guide him in life and Sophia wasn’t enough for his sorry ass. That whole scene where they’re all 3 in front of Caius and Kane is so cringe. the love menage was forced. Even for a paranormal shifter book, it was ridiculous. Gerald got actually horny just because roybitch touched his neck and rubbed his chin. That whole sequence of event turns me off like no other.
At least try to make it a good story? plus it’s kind of odd that at least Sophia wouldn't want to stay for the final battle after everything that’s happened so far. They just leave? They know things aren’t over or settled. But I’m sure Gerald was excited to leave as fast as possible so he could get Royss alpha c*ck in him. He probably already had before leaving lmao. Because that is essentially what happened, right? Gerald clearly had more feelings and more attraction towards Roybitch and I might even say the same for Roybitch. Why are some BL authors afraid to write normal love behaviour between a man and a woman when they’re together, ya don’t need to add a third man and when you do, you have that man and the first man steal the show. I didn’t like Sophia much but the broad got snuffed in the glory and love of Roybitch and Gerald. Thats dem facts ya cant deny.
Don't insult women like that, they matter too in MM books lol especially when there is an established couple already, don’t frigging use women as plot devices to get two men together and then only focus on them for god’s sakes, all while the woman is mostly on the side or in background, they really dont need to be put in the background just so you can highlight a male-male love story when the male-female couple were actually a good match alone. Gerald literally goes from being afraid and embarrassed because of Roybitch’s to being a horny clingy cringey toad for him. Roybitch as well, he clearly didn’t like Gerald and saw him as a threat but because he’s touching him a little and sensing vulnerability and that Gerald feels a lot or some stupid convenient plot shit, that means he’s gonna take him as a alpha mate and lover when he's never once seen with him in the story before?
Even if you really wanted a threeway love story then why not make that love equally spread? Especially the attraction equally spread? All we see is Gerald clinging to Roy and Roy being possessive as hell and cringy over Gerald when he should also be ecstatic that he got Sophia back.
This was probably one of the worst 3-way love stories I’ve ever read and and is definitely the worst werewolf love story I’ve ever read. I think I only read one other review mentioning something about this "romantic", "threequal" (NOT) relationship, but seriously hope people see what's actually going on here.
This was not a great sequel. some parts ok but others... you know what I mean if you read the whole review ;)
Sorry for any typos ;D
so yup, dont recommend.
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