Moon Dances

Sundown #4

by K.C. Kendricks

Shapeshifters walk among us, guarding us from their ancient nemesis. They seek to prevent the enemy’s return to earth to enslave both Chal and human alike. Secrets of the Chal past come to light when Lieutenant Fallon Roxbury’s suppressed memories of his early years resurface. The shapeshifters have always had a plan to defeat their enemy, one with Fallon’s alien lover Sundown at its core. It’s a reminder that looks can be deceiving, and the shapeshifter Fallon shares his life with isn’t human.

Protecting the Chal is a full-time job, a task which would be easier if they weren’t so secretive - and scheming. When his police force partner suggests a vacation, Fallon jumps at the chance to take Sundown someplace private. A resort near where he grew up seems like the perfect place for a get-away. Ten days filled with togetherness, sleep and sun is just what they both need. How could he know so much more than fun lurks in the woods?

Genres: Paranormal, M M Romance

116 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 9, 2013

Reviews

[Dee · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75 stars rounded up

This entry was shorter and felt more like a transition book - we had the first three in the Sundown series https://www.goodreads.com/series/5861... establishing Fallon and Sundown together alongside Sundown's alien background. This book seemed to be establishing that yes, Sundown is alien but they are in a committed relationship that will not conflict with the future interests of the Chal as a people. There's no crime storyline to solve, there's a minor mystery about Fallon's background and there's no Juny. However at the very end we're left with a tantalising hint that for future books we might be able to expect Fallon and Sundown as a more comprehensive crime fighting duo - at least that was my take and why I took this as a sort of segue book; the series will be progressing but with maybe a different emphasis.

I've really enjoyed this series and this leaves me hopeful that there will be plenty more to come.

[Shelley · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75 stars

[Morgan Skye · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the last in the Sundown Series (that we know of!). Sundown and Fallon go on a vacation (believe it or not!). They head out to Fallon’s grandfather’s old homestead for some much needed R&R but… of course it can’t be a “normal” vacation.

First, Sundown wants to learn to drive – that in itself is a little bone chilling! Second, unease sits on Sundown’s shoulders from the minute they arrive – there is something familiar about the place and he doesn’t know why it should feel that way when he’s never been there.

When the feeling gets too strong to ignore, Fallon and Sundown take a walk around the lake and Sundown realizes he is sharing the memories of the ancient Chal he harbors within him – only it’s not just his memories – it’s the actual essence of the being himself!

Needless to say there are some repercussions that need to be dealt with, questions and answers to be shared as to what that means and what the future holds. (Without giving everything away, we do find out what the long term plans are for Sundown and Fallon and that their history extends beyond what we thought was their first meeting.)

With a somewhat melancholy ending, Fallon and Sundown are finally left alone to enjoy the rest of their vacation. Upon returning, Fallon and Juny meet up again and delve in to the beginnings of another cold case, so we are left knowing that their work will continue on as before.

**

I was a little disappointed with this book, especially as a final installment in the series. It was great to learn some more about the beginnings of Sundown and learn about his role and his relationship with Fallon.

But --- it left me feeling kinda sad, definitely melancholy. I don’t doubt the two really love each other and will end up together as long as possible, but I really (really, really, really) wanted them to have some sort of solution that would give Fallon a chance at being alive as long as Sundown. Even some little suggestion or hint that it might be possible would have gone a long way.

Instead, Fallon is pretty blasé about it – telling Sundown he wants him to find someone else after he’s gone because he doesn’t want Sundown to be alone.

Ugh!

My little ol’ romantic heart wanted them to figure out another way! Don’t make me so attached to them then strip them away there at the end! (No, nobody dies, but we aren’t given much hope either…)

So – though I appreciated the writing and the new information, I have to say this was the worst of the series and I can’t recommend it as highly as the other three parts.

I give it a 3.5 of 5 hearts

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's been a while since I read something from this series. K.C. Kendricks series Sundown definitely has an Urban Fantasy flavour to it and I have to admit I've enjoyed it so far. This latest instalment offered a bit more humour, more background on both Sundown and Fallon. Background which was a little surprising and at the same time left me seriously hoping there was more to this series because while questions were answered more were added.

What really disappointed me was the brevity of this book at less than 75 pages, I was really just starting to get into the story and it was over. Still what there was, was very enjoyable and I sincerely hope I don't have to wait to much longer for there to be more.

Overall this was definitely a 3.5 star read rounded down for GR.

[Julesmarie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This felt very much like an episode in a longer series. The story moved along some, but still left many questions unanswered. The relationship between Fallon and Sundown also progressed in some ways, but in some ways seems bittersweet at the end.

I continue to be fascinated by this world and these characters and will happily read any further books written in this series. Especially at this point, please say there's at least one more!

Favorite Quotes:
He sighed softly. Almost sadly, "You tire of me."
"Untrue."
"Then why do you not listen to the words I speak?"

He folded his arms over his chest. "I did not allow you sufficient rest last night. You suffer from this thing Sergeant Mack calls grumpy."

[Macky · Rating 3 out of 5]

⭐️3.5⭐️