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Shadows in the Dark
Witch and werewolf were living in harmony but then he had to ruin it all by hitting something nasty like nosferatu.
Now vampires have the Irish couple in their sights and Ciaran Connolly’s old enemies will have to become his greatest allies if he’s to survive. The night has once again become a scary place; will anyone really win in the battle of the monsters?
The second novel in the thrilling Diary of the Wolf series, where monsters walk the streets of cosmopolitan Dublin City and hunters stalk the hills.
“The darkness I felt before was just a shade compared to the black hole I fell in to. I finally found a lead and I threw it away, I stupidly threw it away. The vampire had spoken of plans and schemes, why the hell didn't I keep him alive, why did I have to kill him?”
Now vampires have the Irish couple in their sights and Ciaran Connolly’s old enemies will have to become his greatest allies if he’s to survive. The night has once again become a scary place; will anyone really win in the battle of the monsters?
The second novel in the thrilling Diary of the Wolf series, where monsters walk the streets of cosmopolitan Dublin City and hunters stalk the hills.
“The darkness I felt before was just a shade compared to the black hole I fell in to. I finally found a lead and I threw it away, I stupidly threw it away. The vampire had spoken of plans and schemes, why the hell didn't I keep him alive, why did I have to kill him?”
222 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 28, 2016
About the author
Frank E. Whelan
3 books35 followersFrank was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. A lifelong devourer of words and hummer of jaunty tunes, he's always the person to go to when you need a pen. He'll be the one scribbling in the notebook.
A journalist by training and formerly by trade, he's also had a hand in game design, attempting to be an indie rock star and plotting to overthrow the Empire.
Frank is a firm believer that a mug of tea and a chocolate digestive can solve most of the world's woes, or at least get people sitting down and talking about them.
A journalist by training and formerly by trade, he's also had a hand in game design, attempting to be an indie rock star and plotting to overthrow the Empire.
Frank is a firm believer that a mug of tea and a chocolate digestive can solve most of the world's woes, or at least get people sitting down and talking about them.
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February 20, 2017
From the back cover I knew this was the book where Whelan would introduce vampires into his world of werewolves and witches. I had mixed feelings about this, knowing it could drag the series further towards the status quo or, if dealt with in the right manner, would really add to the mix. Thankfully Whelan has managed to approach vampires with the same fresh eyes as he applied to werewolves.
Here we have vampires indoctrinated to have the same fashion sense, to sneer at all non-vamps and to march around with a sense of over-inflated importance. It's like the cool clique in highschool, which makes it all the more rewarding when Ciaran Connolly starts carving them up. But, we soon realise the vampire life is multi-layered and the twists and turns in the shadows end up biting Ciaran in the ass.
Overall I found this to be a serious improvement over the first book in the series. There's far more time spent on character development and although the action scenes are still top notch, they're spread further out, giving more chances for the reader to catch her breath.
Looking forward to the next book in the series!
Here we have vampires indoctrinated to have the same fashion sense, to sneer at all non-vamps and to march around with a sense of over-inflated importance. It's like the cool clique in highschool, which makes it all the more rewarding when Ciaran Connolly starts carving them up. But, we soon realise the vampire life is multi-layered and the twists and turns in the shadows end up biting Ciaran in the ass.
Overall I found this to be a serious improvement over the first book in the series. There's far more time spent on character development and although the action scenes are still top notch, they're spread further out, giving more chances for the reader to catch her breath.
Looking forward to the next book in the series!
March 6, 2017
I have just 'devoured' this book in a single sitting like a hungry werewolf!
I said after the first book it wood be a series to watch - and the author has not disappointed. Some great twists and turns of plot, well scripted action sequences, and the continued development of our hero's character.
Read it, but read the previous book first to get the best from the on going story.
Greatread not Goodread.
I said after the first book it wood be a series to watch - and the author has not disappointed. Some great twists and turns of plot, well scripted action sequences, and the continued development of our hero's character.
Read it, but read the previous book first to get the best from the on going story.
Greatread not Goodread.
March 3, 2017
Loved this book, ate it up in a couple of days! Twists and turns, curve balls, action, fight scenes, romance and sex galore, this second follow up book has it all and the writer is definitely going from strength to strength in my view. Loved the Irish location references and conversation, felt like I was in the pubs and clubs with Ciaran and his mates. Few shockers which upset and excited me all at the same time. Sad now it's finished but reckon there is so much more in store to come from our hero Ciaran! Would be great to see a few more bad asses added to the little duo going forward to battle the fearsome foes all out to get our Celtic werewolf! Looking forward to the next installment! Go ya boy ya!
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September 16, 2017Great flow and very enjoyable to read. Once you pick it up, you won't put it down until you finish it. Massive improvement on the first installment with regards to character development. I am starting to feel more and more connected to the characters as the plot thickens. Interesting twist at the end, I'm curious to see what happens next and if the author decides to introduce some new bad guys.
March 15, 2017
This was a pleasure to read, I found the plot fast paced and very enjoyable. A great addition to a great series.
April 3, 2017
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Before you start Shadows in the Dark you need to sit down and get comfortable because you will not be moving for a while! From the moment you read the first sentence you become absorbed in to Ciaran's world and find it impossible to put down. This is the second book in the Diary of the Wolf series and while I think you would benefit from reading the first book, I don't think it would take long to catch up with what's happening.
At no point did the tempo of Shadows in the Dark let up. It's a whirlwind of a book that doesn't let your feet touch the ground until you've finished. Ciaran's second instalment covers such a range of emotions and a range of events that never lets your get bored.
It is safe to stay that Whelan's story writing has improved by leaps and bounds from the first book. You can relate to the characters and that makes you feel more involved in the story. I do think it could've been made even better by expanding on some of the more sensitive/emotional moments a bit more, but like I said, leaps and bounds from the first book! It doesn't quite seem that Ciaran's story has finished here so I hope that we get to see Whelan's writing progress further along with Ciaran's life.
Before you start Shadows in the Dark you need to sit down and get comfortable because you will not be moving for a while! From the moment you read the first sentence you become absorbed in to Ciaran's world and find it impossible to put down. This is the second book in the Diary of the Wolf series and while I think you would benefit from reading the first book, I don't think it would take long to catch up with what's happening.
At no point did the tempo of Shadows in the Dark let up. It's a whirlwind of a book that doesn't let your feet touch the ground until you've finished. Ciaran's second instalment covers such a range of emotions and a range of events that never lets your get bored.
It is safe to stay that Whelan's story writing has improved by leaps and bounds from the first book. You can relate to the characters and that makes you feel more involved in the story. I do think it could've been made even better by expanding on some of the more sensitive/emotional moments a bit more, but like I said, leaps and bounds from the first book! It doesn't quite seem that Ciaran's story has finished here so I hope that we get to see Whelan's writing progress further along with Ciaran's life.
April 17, 2017
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I'm thoroughly enjoying this book well written and keeps you routing for ciaran and his hunter friends.
There is a nice twist in the storyline which you will not expect .
The vampires are back in Ireland no one knows why and after ciaran but what is their game read and learn enjoy
I'm thoroughly enjoying this book well written and keeps you routing for ciaran and his hunter friends.
There is a nice twist in the storyline which you will not expect .
The vampires are back in Ireland no one knows why and after ciaran but what is their game read and learn enjoy
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