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Urban Wolves #2
Lamar
Laurie, principe vampiro proprietario di una pasticceria, cerca di essere paziente con l’irascibile compagno umano che il destino gli ha riservato. Da quando ha incontrato l’agente dell’FBI, sa di doversi comportare cautamente con lui, in caso contrario R.W. continuerà a evitarlo. Quando Steven Chang e il suo compagno Jared si rivolgono al vampiro, dopo che il branco Chang ha acquistato un edificio, quest’ultimo coglie al volo l’opportunità di espandere i suoi affari nel mondo umano. Certamente non si aspetta di scoprire che il destino ha in serbo per lui un secondo compagno, uno ancora più ombroso di R.W.. Mentre Laurie medita su come introdurre Lamar nel suo mondo e far accettare l’unione a entrambi i suoi compagni, sorgono delle complicazioni in quello umano.
Rafe e l’Husky mutaforma Desmond, membri del branco Chang, sanno che c’è qualcosa di strano riguardo al furgone che hanno visto inseguire un cucciolo davanti al Palazzo Chang. Quello che non sanno è che un pericolo è in agguato, e riguarda sia loro che gli altri soprannaturali abitanti a New York City. Ciò significa che il Regno delle Fate, Il Principato Oscuro di Laurie e il branco Chang dovranno unirsi per combatterlo.
Avvertenze contenuto: contiene scene di sesso esplicito, ménage à trois e linguaggio volgare.
Attenzione: questo è il secondo capitolo di una serie e non è autoconclusivo.
Rafe e l’Husky mutaforma Desmond, membri del branco Chang, sanno che c’è qualcosa di strano riguardo al furgone che hanno visto inseguire un cucciolo davanti al Palazzo Chang. Quello che non sanno è che un pericolo è in agguato, e riguarda sia loro che gli altri soprannaturali abitanti a New York City. Ciò significa che il Regno delle Fate, Il Principato Oscuro di Laurie e il branco Chang dovranno unirsi per combatterlo.
Avvertenze contenuto: contiene scene di sesso esplicito, ménage à trois e linguaggio volgare.
Attenzione: questo è il secondo capitolo di una serie e non è autoconclusivo.
120 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 5, 2017
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Leona Windwalker
34 books99 followersLeona is a longtime staunch supporter of human rights and environmental causes. Her favourite genre to read is M/M fiction and she particularly enjoys science fiction, fantasy, and action/suspense subgenres—especially if they have a nice seasoning of romance. She has far too many books on her Kindle, has overloaded her phone with even more and, when not reading, writing, being driven to distraction by her children, or being overlorded by her three cats, can be found trying to locate the portal that the sock monster uses to steal socks from her dryer.
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September 21, 2017
Buona traduzione e buon editing.
March 13, 2017
I enjoyed the first book, Jared. The world the author has created is interesting and has some neat twists that made a refreshing paranormal world. However, this book felt rushed.
Lamar (Book 2) picks up where Jared (Book 1) ended. I would highly recommend reading Jared first. While there are no cliffhangers, there is a continuing storyline and most of the characters were introduced in Jared.
R.W., a FBI agent, is still getting used to the fact that his long-time work partner, James, is no longer with the FBI. He's also avoiding Laurie, the vampire prince who claims they are mates. Meanwhile, a new business venture for Laurie leads him to a second mate, Lamar. Lamar is fairly new in town and knows nothing about the paranormal world. Laurie tries to tread softly, but Lamar stumbles literally into the paranormal world and gets the shock of his life. I wasn't a fan of R.W. in the first book, but he redeemed himself in this one. Laurie was great. For some reason, I never warmed up to Lamar as much as I should have. In theory, he should be the character the reader has the most sympathy for, but I just didn't feel it. Where in the first book, we see Jared and Steve's relationship progress at a wonderful pace, this relationship seemed forced. There was a lot in their lives, past and present, for R.W. and Lamar to overcome and it seemed glossed over or dealt with quickly.
We also get to see Rafe and Desmond realize that they are mates. James and Silas also have a few scenes, but I felt like I was missing something. I am hoping that we will find out what is going on with them in the next book.
I hate saying this, because I really want to focus on the story alone, but the editing in this book didn't seem as good as the first book.
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book*
Lamar (Book 2) picks up where Jared (Book 1) ended. I would highly recommend reading Jared first. While there are no cliffhangers, there is a continuing storyline and most of the characters were introduced in Jared.
R.W., a FBI agent, is still getting used to the fact that his long-time work partner, James, is no longer with the FBI. He's also avoiding Laurie, the vampire prince who claims they are mates. Meanwhile, a new business venture for Laurie leads him to a second mate, Lamar. Lamar is fairly new in town and knows nothing about the paranormal world. Laurie tries to tread softly, but Lamar stumbles literally into the paranormal world and gets the shock of his life. I wasn't a fan of R.W. in the first book, but he redeemed himself in this one. Laurie was great. For some reason, I never warmed up to Lamar as much as I should have. In theory, he should be the character the reader has the most sympathy for, but I just didn't feel it. Where in the first book, we see Jared and Steve's relationship progress at a wonderful pace, this relationship seemed forced. There was a lot in their lives, past and present, for R.W. and Lamar to overcome and it seemed glossed over or dealt with quickly.
We also get to see Rafe and Desmond realize that they are mates. James and Silas also have a few scenes, but I felt like I was missing something. I am hoping that we will find out what is going on with them in the next book.
I hate saying this, because I really want to focus on the story alone, but the editing in this book didn't seem as good as the first book.
*I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book*
April 21, 2017
I absolutely loved book one in this series because, in part, the author has created a very unique world, different from many paranormal shifter stories, so I was excited to return to it. The fact that I liked Laurie from the moment I met him, and I knew R.W. was going to be a challenge, plus throwing in a third mate? Oh, I couldn't wait for the fireworks to begin.
Laurie is prince of the Dark Principality which is located across the veil. When Steve and Jared show him the building they purchased that has the retro 1950s diner on the bottom floor and the rest of the floors are apartments, he can't resist buying it and having his coven, who work at either the bakery or the diner, in a position to live together under one roof. I could only imagine Laurie's surprise when Lamar comes in to apply as a short order cook, and Laurie realizes this is his other mate.
"As rare as it was, Laurie definitely had two mates. One who was refusing to talk to him and busy trying to find another romantic interest, and one who had no idea that he'd just applied for a job at a vampire-run diner."
Once R.W. comes around, so to speak, except for trying to figure out how to tell his religious parents, he and Laurie go back to the diner where Laurie tells R.W. about Lamar. Turns out those two have already met. That's not even the best thing though. The best is when Lamar, when looking for napkins to refill the dispensers, stumbles through something he really shouldn't have. The conversation that follows is a definite highlight for me. *grins*
"Lamar stood up abruptly. “This is too damned weird for me, honey. I know y'all is telling me true, but this here is some seriously fucked up bullshit. Seriously hot, but weird and fucked up. I'm gonna have to take awhile to settle this here info in my brain.”
It was fun watching these three guys figure their mating out. I liked the side story with the humans, shifters, and animals, and I'll be interested to see its conclusion in the next installment. I wasn't as impressed with the writing in this novella. This is just my reaction, but having multiple side stories involving other couples was distracting to me. Also, in my opinion only, some of the things the author chose to focus on took away from the central story of Laurie, R.W., and Lamar, their relationship and mating. Again, this is only my opinion, and other people may not be bothered by it.
If you enjoy a different type of world with many paranormal species, three men trying to figure out what they’re doing, a bit of a mystery, and being introduced to several other pairings, then this might just work for you. It is fun and I liked Lamar, Laurie, and R.W.
NOTE: This book was provided by the author for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews
Laurie is prince of the Dark Principality which is located across the veil. When Steve and Jared show him the building they purchased that has the retro 1950s diner on the bottom floor and the rest of the floors are apartments, he can't resist buying it and having his coven, who work at either the bakery or the diner, in a position to live together under one roof. I could only imagine Laurie's surprise when Lamar comes in to apply as a short order cook, and Laurie realizes this is his other mate.
"As rare as it was, Laurie definitely had two mates. One who was refusing to talk to him and busy trying to find another romantic interest, and one who had no idea that he'd just applied for a job at a vampire-run diner."
Once R.W. comes around, so to speak, except for trying to figure out how to tell his religious parents, he and Laurie go back to the diner where Laurie tells R.W. about Lamar. Turns out those two have already met. That's not even the best thing though. The best is when Lamar, when looking for napkins to refill the dispensers, stumbles through something he really shouldn't have. The conversation that follows is a definite highlight for me. *grins*
"Lamar stood up abruptly. “This is too damned weird for me, honey. I know y'all is telling me true, but this here is some seriously fucked up bullshit. Seriously hot, but weird and fucked up. I'm gonna have to take awhile to settle this here info in my brain.”
It was fun watching these three guys figure their mating out. I liked the side story with the humans, shifters, and animals, and I'll be interested to see its conclusion in the next installment. I wasn't as impressed with the writing in this novella. This is just my reaction, but having multiple side stories involving other couples was distracting to me. Also, in my opinion only, some of the things the author chose to focus on took away from the central story of Laurie, R.W., and Lamar, their relationship and mating. Again, this is only my opinion, and other people may not be bothered by it.
If you enjoy a different type of world with many paranormal species, three men trying to figure out what they’re doing, a bit of a mystery, and being introduced to several other pairings, then this might just work for you. It is fun and I liked Lamar, Laurie, and R.W.
NOTE: This book was provided by the author for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews
September 22, 2017
3.75 stelle.
Una storia carina che ci ha permesso di rincontrare Laurie, R.W., Desmond e gli altri. Troppe descrizioni di ambienti e poco spazio alla storia dei tre Predestinati.
Faccio i miei complimenti al traduttore e a coloro che si sono occupati dell'editing. Ho letto il libro in lingua originale e non credo che sia stata una passeggiata.
Una storia carina che ci ha permesso di rincontrare Laurie, R.W., Desmond e gli altri. Troppe descrizioni di ambienti e poco spazio alla storia dei tre Predestinati.
Faccio i miei complimenti al traduttore e a coloro che si sono occupati dell'editing. Ho letto il libro in lingua originale e non credo che sia stata una passeggiata.
March 18, 2017
I have just read the re-edited version of this novel, second in the series. The flow is much better and the individual characters are expanded more. RW and Lamar have their own past problems which bring them into the story and hesitantly into a relationship with Laurie, the Vampire Prince. The current revision brings you a bit closer to these characters and the blossoming of their mating. The heat level has been ramped up especially with the secondary characters as they enter into their own Fated Mate relationships. The common thread of a possible hunter among them is very apparent from the beginning to the cliffhanger which will lead us into the next. For those who have read this when it first came out you may want to re-read to give it justice. Overall I loved the story especially when I had the opportunity to become a part of it. I look forward to reading the next. ❤️
March 26, 2017
While I enjoyed this book and love the world the author created it felt a little rushed and incomplete. Seeing that D.W. and Laurie spent time together and got to know each other some in book 1 "Jared" I didn't feel as much as a connection with Lamar. The story wasn't as fleshed out as "Jared" and it ended abruptly. After reading "Jared" I thought each book would be able to be read as a stand alone. Now after reading "Lamar" it reads more like a serial. I will be completing the series because like I said I enjoy the characters and love the world building, 2.7 stars. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
January 16, 2025
This was a mess. Just like this review.
tldr; Don't read this the story isn't complete and not enough detail is written. You have to assume a lot.
1. I'm not sure how to describe it but this book was vague almost transparent. It felt like all the details were gone and everything was glossed over.
ie.
2. It is too busy. there are multiple plot lines that all need their own story not given a few paragraphs in this book. Nothing feels earned because nothing is detailed enough.
Lauriem RW and Lamar:
Desmond and Rafe:
3. The book seems unfinished. This seems like the author just gave up and finished the book. Most books I've read have a completed story then go on part 2. This seems like they just stopped in the middle of the book. Lauriem RW and Lamar do finally mate and get a HFN but that is it. The story just stops.
angst 1/5/5
heat 1.5/5
story 2/5
POV: multiple
tldr; Don't read this the story isn't complete and not enough detail is written. You have to assume a lot.
1. I'm not sure how to describe it but this book was vague almost transparent. It felt like all the details were gone and everything was glossed over.
ie.
2. It is too busy. there are multiple plot lines that all need their own story not given a few paragraphs in this book. Nothing feels earned because nothing is detailed enough.
Lauriem RW and Lamar:
Desmond and Rafe:
3. The book seems unfinished. This seems like the author just gave up and finished the book. Most books I've read have a completed story then go on part 2. This seems like they just stopped in the middle of the book. Lauriem RW and Lamar do finally mate and get a HFN but that is it. The story just stops.
angst 1/5/5
heat 1.5/5
story 2/5
POV: multiple
September 22, 2017
✔ Letto! Ho aspettato tantissimo questo seguito. Perché ho veramente amato il primo libro e mi piace scoprire cosa porta di nuovo ogni scrittori che vuole raccontare del suo mondo incantato, abitato da tutti gli essere soprannaturali. Cane 🐶 e gatto 🐱 inclusi più noi noiosi babani 😍 e Leona è riuscita a non fare sembrare noioso un tema già visto e revisto.
C'era una marea di informazioni in questo libro, che decisamente ci ha aperto nuove strade sulle quale la scrittrice vuole percorrere. Sono indecisa che forse sia stata un po' troppe o meno. Mi sarebbe piaciuto se si fosse concentrata di più su R.W., Lamar e il principe Laurie. Argomenti per un libro intero su loro tre c'era e così, secondo me, non hanno avuto il dovuto merito, dato che erano anche in tre. Ragazzi stiamo parlando del Principe dei Vampiri! I due compagni del principe con un bel bagaglio da portare alla loro unione e problemi che dovevano essere superati come la depressione di Lamar e i suoi traumi o il problema di R.W. con la sua religiosa famiglia che secondo le circostanze si stavano comportando molto bene (almeno Mamma Mitchell e papà), poi il tutto finisce troppo frettolosamente senza dare a loro la possibilità di uscire dallo stato di shock per aver appena scoperto che il figlio non solo era bisessuale, ma che addirittura aveva due fidanzati 😣😮 aiuto!
E poi solo una scena con loro tre che finalmente riescono a stringere il legame, è non eh... mi ha delusa, mi è quasi venuta le lacrime perché eravamo alle ultime pagine😰😢 e poi? Sappiamo che il Principe ha infinite possibilità con i suoi compagni, avranno bambini? saranno trasformati? Muoio....😳😶 e Mamma Mitchell e papà? Una ricchezza di argomenti. .. inesplorati.
Coppia consolidata quella di Jared e il suo Alpha, più belli e complici che mai e il loro piccolo Gaven.
Poi c'è Rafe e Desmond che si accorgono di essere compagni, James e Sirus, che devono ancora stringere il legame, due coppie che meritano libri solo per loro come ha fatto con il primo libro. Il trio meraviglia merita un 0.5 solo per loro.
Per non abbassare la media perché amo la serie e per la traduzione fantastica di S. Phoenix.... considererò questo libro come un libro di mezzo, un incrocio che punta a diverse direzione... e quel cucciolo di husky che fine ha fatto?
Per me è ❤ ❤ ❤ e 💋
C'era una marea di informazioni in questo libro, che decisamente ci ha aperto nuove strade sulle quale la scrittrice vuole percorrere. Sono indecisa che forse sia stata un po' troppe o meno. Mi sarebbe piaciuto se si fosse concentrata di più su R.W., Lamar e il principe Laurie. Argomenti per un libro intero su loro tre c'era e così, secondo me, non hanno avuto il dovuto merito, dato che erano anche in tre. Ragazzi stiamo parlando del Principe dei Vampiri! I due compagni del principe con un bel bagaglio da portare alla loro unione e problemi che dovevano essere superati come la depressione di Lamar e i suoi traumi o il problema di R.W. con la sua religiosa famiglia che secondo le circostanze si stavano comportando molto bene (almeno Mamma Mitchell e papà), poi il tutto finisce troppo frettolosamente senza dare a loro la possibilità di uscire dallo stato di shock per aver appena scoperto che il figlio non solo era bisessuale, ma che addirittura aveva due fidanzati 😣😮 aiuto!
E poi solo una scena con loro tre che finalmente riescono a stringere il legame, è non eh... mi ha delusa, mi è quasi venuta le lacrime perché eravamo alle ultime pagine😰😢 e poi? Sappiamo che il Principe ha infinite possibilità con i suoi compagni, avranno bambini? saranno trasformati? Muoio....😳😶 e Mamma Mitchell e papà? Una ricchezza di argomenti. .. inesplorati.
Coppia consolidata quella di Jared e il suo Alpha, più belli e complici che mai e il loro piccolo Gaven.
Poi c'è Rafe e Desmond che si accorgono di essere compagni, James e Sirus, che devono ancora stringere il legame, due coppie che meritano libri solo per loro come ha fatto con il primo libro. Il trio meraviglia merita un 0.5 solo per loro.
Per non abbassare la media perché amo la serie e per la traduzione fantastica di S. Phoenix.... considererò questo libro come un libro di mezzo, un incrocio che punta a diverse direzione... e quel cucciolo di husky che fine ha fatto?
Per me è ❤ ❤ ❤ e 💋
December 4, 2019
This is the second book in The Urban Wolves series
These book get better and better with each new couple of three some in some cases plus we have a unknown factor in the mix . Who are these mysterious people who are kidnapping the supernatural beings and how are they gonna get Silas back since his magic has been restricted and he can't save himself . Looking forward to more of this story .
These book get better and better with each new couple of three some in some cases plus we have a unknown factor in the mix . Who are these mysterious people who are kidnapping the supernatural beings and how are they gonna get Silas back since his magic has been restricted and he can't save himself . Looking forward to more of this story .
March 20, 2017
I freakin loved this book... The first was amazing.. and I didn't really know what the second was going to be about because we are introduced to several life mates in the first book and I cannot wait for each of them to get their stories.. This one was about a trio.. which was an amazingly fun read. I loved their banter.. i loved their love.. i loved their issues and their love.. and how they fight to become who they need to be as individuals and also as a trio. I loved them and I cannot wait for the next in this series. I am so glad i got to review it
October 1, 2017
sono libri come questo che mi fanno desiderare le mezze stelle ma purtroppo non ci sono e ho deciso per 3 anche se il libro è buono e la serie è interessante
December 30, 2020
Unfinished
This ended on a cliffhanger. At the end of the book you are promised the sequel coming in June 2017. It is now December 2020, where is it? I originally gave this 5 stars,after waiting so long for the next book I believe that I have to drop it to 3 . great characters but unfinished
This ended on a cliffhanger. At the end of the book you are promised the sequel coming in June 2017. It is now December 2020, where is it? I originally gave this 5 stars,after waiting so long for the next book I believe that I have to drop it to 3 . great characters but unfinished
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