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The Rowan Harbor Cycle #6
Adder and Willow
Fletcher Lane has a problem. His boyfriend’s parents are coming for a visit, and they want to meet up. He’s ready to commit, so what happens if his prospective in-laws don’t like him? And how is he supposed to keep Rowan Harbor’s unique nature a secret when he might be the worst liar ever born?
To make matters worse, when he finds and helps two strangers stuck on the road, it leads him to a new threat: the man who’s been terrorizing the town has set events into motion that endanger more than just Rowan Harbor. Can Fletcher and his friends stop him before there’s nothing but a smoking crater where the Oregon coastline used to be?
To make matters worse, when he finds and helps two strangers stuck on the road, it leads him to a new threat: the man who’s been terrorizing the town has set events into motion that endanger more than just Rowan Harbor. Can Fletcher and his friends stop him before there’s nothing but a smoking crater where the Oregon coastline used to be?
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First published October 11, 2018
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June 28, 2019
3.5 Steady Stars
Ah, things are gaining momentum and no one is more unsure of such than Fletcher, resident shape shifter, destined to be the main communicator for all living things in Rowan Harbor. He will quickly realize that there’s no room for hesitation, nor any doubts when it comes to his responsibilities or his burgeoning relationship with former hunter Conner, new to all things magic. There’s definitely an increase in the high stakes evil that is coming to town as the majority of events play out over one day - and what a day it is.
As the big bad advances and shows his cards, there was a good amount of tension and mystery and a sense of foreboding. This nicely expanded more on the various citizens of Rowan Harbor, giving them more depth and complexity. This also didn’t fail on the romance as Fletcher and Conner were sweet and sexy as they face the challenge of Conner’s parents visiting.
Again, the featured guys in this series - Devon, Jesse, Fletcher - continue to battle their issues of insecurity and doubt, continue to come into their own, and step up when needed to embody what they were destined to do. The concept is unique and still enjoyable despite the somewhat anticlimactic ending. There’s 3 more stories to go for these guys to reach their maximal potential, and I hope that Burns delivers on all fronts.
Ah, things are gaining momentum and no one is more unsure of such than Fletcher, resident shape shifter, destined to be the main communicator for all living things in Rowan Harbor. He will quickly realize that there’s no room for hesitation, nor any doubts when it comes to his responsibilities or his burgeoning relationship with former hunter Conner, new to all things magic. There’s definitely an increase in the high stakes evil that is coming to town as the majority of events play out over one day - and what a day it is.
As the big bad advances and shows his cards, there was a good amount of tension and mystery and a sense of foreboding. This nicely expanded more on the various citizens of Rowan Harbor, giving them more depth and complexity. This also didn’t fail on the romance as Fletcher and Conner were sweet and sexy as they face the challenge of Conner’s parents visiting.
Again, the featured guys in this series - Devon, Jesse, Fletcher - continue to battle their issues of insecurity and doubt, continue to come into their own, and step up when needed to embody what they were destined to do. The concept is unique and still enjoyable despite the somewhat anticlimactic ending. There’s 3 more stories to go for these guys to reach their maximal potential, and I hope that Burns delivers on all fronts.
May 28, 2019
4 Stars
This is the sixth instalment of The Rowan Harbor Cycle and the second story featuring shifter and sheriff’s deputy Fletcher Lane as the main character. This series continues to build in breadth and intensity, following the same core group of characters as they work tirelessly to protect their town from evil forces. As such, this is not a recommended standalone.
Here, Fletcher is finding himself increasingly overcome with the weight of his new duties as a core liaison between the Rowan Harbor townspeople and the sentient creatures of the surrounding forest. Adding to these new responsibilities, is the stress of having his boyfriend’s (Connor’s) parents visiting to meet Fletcher for the first time, which is truly horrible timing when it seems the town itself is, once again, under imminent attack from outsiders who are doing everything in their warped power to see the town of peaceful supernatural beings destroyed.
It’s a lot to deal with in one morning, but thankfully Fletcher has infinite support from Connor, who is completely wonderful and is everything Fletcher has ever dreamed of having in a life partner. Plus, he has his friends, including Jesse and Devon, who will quit at nothing to see Rowan Harbor safe from the vicious threats that continue to plague them.
This was another very welcomed addition to the bigger series. I daresay that Fletcher and Connor may be my favourite romantic pairing of the series, but, hell, I probably say that every time I jump from Devon and Wade to Jesse and Sean and back again. Basically, I adore all three couples, and I’m continuing to enjoy the growth of the series as well as the romances within.
As always, I highly recommend the whole series for any M/M paranormal/fantasy lovers out there.
This is the sixth instalment of The Rowan Harbor Cycle and the second story featuring shifter and sheriff’s deputy Fletcher Lane as the main character. This series continues to build in breadth and intensity, following the same core group of characters as they work tirelessly to protect their town from evil forces. As such, this is not a recommended standalone.
Here, Fletcher is finding himself increasingly overcome with the weight of his new duties as a core liaison between the Rowan Harbor townspeople and the sentient creatures of the surrounding forest. Adding to these new responsibilities, is the stress of having his boyfriend’s (Connor’s) parents visiting to meet Fletcher for the first time, which is truly horrible timing when it seems the town itself is, once again, under imminent attack from outsiders who are doing everything in their warped power to see the town of peaceful supernatural beings destroyed.
It’s a lot to deal with in one morning, but thankfully Fletcher has infinite support from Connor, who is completely wonderful and is everything Fletcher has ever dreamed of having in a life partner. Plus, he has his friends, including Jesse and Devon, who will quit at nothing to see Rowan Harbor safe from the vicious threats that continue to plague them.
This was another very welcomed addition to the bigger series. I daresay that Fletcher and Connor may be my favourite romantic pairing of the series, but, hell, I probably say that every time I jump from Devon and Wade to Jesse and Sean and back again. Basically, I adore all three couples, and I’m continuing to enjoy the growth of the series as well as the romances within.
As always, I highly recommend the whole series for any M/M paranormal/fantasy lovers out there.
February 10, 2019
So good!
Oh, this one is now my favorite in the series! I love Fletcher and Conner so much! Single POV, Adder and Willow ties off some threads while creating even more. There's plenty of action, some heartbreak, and a lot of changes coming to Rowan Harbor. Strap in, y'all! This isn't going to be easy.
Warning: The Rowan Harbor Cycle series is absolutely addictive!
Note: This is not a standalone, the series should be read in order. The Rowan Harbor Cycle is a series of 9 books - a trilogy of trilogies. The main characters (Devon and Wade, Jesse and Sean, Fletcher and Conner) will have their own book in each trilogy with happy for now endings until the final trilogy where they will finally (hopefully) get their happily ever afters.
This review has been cross-posted at Gay Book Reviews.
Oh, this one is now my favorite in the series! I love Fletcher and Conner so much! Single POV, Adder and Willow ties off some threads while creating even more. There's plenty of action, some heartbreak, and a lot of changes coming to Rowan Harbor. Strap in, y'all! This isn't going to be easy.
Warning: The Rowan Harbor Cycle series is absolutely addictive!
Note: This is not a standalone, the series should be read in order. The Rowan Harbor Cycle is a series of 9 books - a trilogy of trilogies. The main characters (Devon and Wade, Jesse and Sean, Fletcher and Conner) will have their own book in each trilogy with happy for now endings until the final trilogy where they will finally (hopefully) get their happily ever afters.
This review has been cross-posted at Gay Book Reviews.
October 12, 2018
If I had to put in words exactly why I love this series so much, I think I would have to say because - for all the paranormal and urban fantasy aspects of it - at its heart, this is a series about finding yourself.
For Fletcher, it's realising that he can be worried about his life without it becoming an overwhelming fear. It's also about acceptance, acceptance that when Conner says he loves him, he truly does mean it forever.
The supernatural suspense elements are always intricately woven into the rest of the narrative too. Here it feels, possibly rightly so as we hit the final run of the nine book series, that all the pieces are being put into place for the grand finale.
I love every thing about this series, it's quirky, it plays with the tradition paranormal tropes and subverts them and, while there are powerful magical people and creatures, none are used as a Deus Ex Machina.
#ARC kindly received from the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
For Fletcher, it's realising that he can be worried about his life without it becoming an overwhelming fear. It's also about acceptance, acceptance that when Conner says he loves him, he truly does mean it forever.
The supernatural suspense elements are always intricately woven into the rest of the narrative too. Here it feels, possibly rightly so as we hit the final run of the nine book series, that all the pieces are being put into place for the grand finale.
I love every thing about this series, it's quirky, it plays with the tradition paranormal tropes and subverts them and, while there are powerful magical people and creatures, none are used as a Deus Ex Machina.
#ARC kindly received from the author in return for an honest and unbiased review.
October 23, 2018
4.5 stars! (hopefully at some point, GR will catch up and offer 1/2 stars)
This series just keeps getting better, with every new book the author releases.
Adder And Willow is the 6th book in the series, and the third book of the 2nd trilogy, in which we catch up with Fletcher and Conner, whose relationship is still growing.
Now Conner's mother and step-father are coming to visit, and Fletcher is dreading meeting them. Not because he doesn't want to meet his boyfriend's parents, but because he's a terrible liar, and he knows that he's no good at keeping secrets. And the supernatural parts of himself and Rowan Harbor must be kept secret from outsiders.
Fletcher is also having meetings with Oak, the Dryad, who have been working with Fletcher to continue the training his mother couldn't. It is during one of these meetings that Fletcher finds out something he may have already sort of known, but that might put his future with Conner in danger.
And, as if that isn't enough on his plate, he also stumbles across two strangers in a stranded car, a mother and son, who are intrinsically linked to Rowan Harbor.
I just adore this series. The characters are complex and fully fleshed out, and each one is so different. There is never any confusing one character with another, because they all have different personalities. Fletcher may be one of my favorites, because while he's timid to some extent, and not assertive, he has much more steel in his backbone than he realizes.
Conner is still growing into his new powers (you'll have to read the previous book to find out about that), and he's going to be tested here.
What also stands out about the characters is how they're all connected - not only because of their supernatural powers, but also because they feel like family, and they treat each other that way. They stick together, they stick up for each other, and they work together for the common good.
The book is alternately humorous and serious. There is action, there is danger, and there are sweet moments between Fletcher and Conner that really cement their relationship.
This series cannot be read out of order - each subsequent book builds on its predecessor - however, each book does end in a satisfying way. There are no cliffhangers.
The writing style of this author really works for me, and I flew through the pages.
Recommended!
** I received a free copy of this book from Signal Boost Promotions as part of this review tour, in exchange for an honest review. **
This series just keeps getting better, with every new book the author releases.
Adder And Willow is the 6th book in the series, and the third book of the 2nd trilogy, in which we catch up with Fletcher and Conner, whose relationship is still growing.
Now Conner's mother and step-father are coming to visit, and Fletcher is dreading meeting them. Not because he doesn't want to meet his boyfriend's parents, but because he's a terrible liar, and he knows that he's no good at keeping secrets. And the supernatural parts of himself and Rowan Harbor must be kept secret from outsiders.
Fletcher is also having meetings with Oak, the Dryad, who have been working with Fletcher to continue the training his mother couldn't. It is during one of these meetings that Fletcher finds out something he may have already sort of known, but that might put his future with Conner in danger.
And, as if that isn't enough on his plate, he also stumbles across two strangers in a stranded car, a mother and son, who are intrinsically linked to Rowan Harbor.
I just adore this series. The characters are complex and fully fleshed out, and each one is so different. There is never any confusing one character with another, because they all have different personalities. Fletcher may be one of my favorites, because while he's timid to some extent, and not assertive, he has much more steel in his backbone than he realizes.
Conner is still growing into his new powers (you'll have to read the previous book to find out about that), and he's going to be tested here.
What also stands out about the characters is how they're all connected - not only because of their supernatural powers, but also because they feel like family, and they treat each other that way. They stick together, they stick up for each other, and they work together for the common good.
The book is alternately humorous and serious. There is action, there is danger, and there are sweet moments between Fletcher and Conner that really cement their relationship.
This series cannot be read out of order - each subsequent book builds on its predecessor - however, each book does end in a satisfying way. There are no cliffhangers.
The writing style of this author really works for me, and I flew through the pages.
Recommended!
** I received a free copy of this book from Signal Boost Promotions as part of this review tour, in exchange for an honest review. **
October 18, 2018
A Joyfully Jay review.
4.5 stars
This is the sixth book in the Rowan Harbor Cycle series and is the ending of the second “chapter” of Rowan Harbor’s struggle. In the first three books, the evil was more disorganized and required the younger citizens of Rowan Harbor to step up and take their places on the Council. The next three books show us how Devon, Jesse, and Fletcher are maturing, learning to use their powers and becoming the leaders they were meant to be.
Fletcher and Connor are a cute couple, and I enjoy watching the characters grow both together and individually. We see less of the others on the Council, in this book, as much of the story takes place between the attack on Rowan Harbor and the efforts to defend it, and the careful dance between Fletcher, Connor, and Connor’s parents. I think this was a good ending to the second trilogy, giving us a bit of a breather and a happily for now until the next three books and the next villain. I’m curious as to what’s going to happen with Oak, now that Fletcher is able to bond with and perhaps speak for the forest around Rowan Harbor. I can’t wait for the next book in this series!
Read Elizabeth’s review in its entirety here.
4.5 stars
This is the sixth book in the Rowan Harbor Cycle series and is the ending of the second “chapter” of Rowan Harbor’s struggle. In the first three books, the evil was more disorganized and required the younger citizens of Rowan Harbor to step up and take their places on the Council. The next three books show us how Devon, Jesse, and Fletcher are maturing, learning to use their powers and becoming the leaders they were meant to be.
Fletcher and Connor are a cute couple, and I enjoy watching the characters grow both together and individually. We see less of the others on the Council, in this book, as much of the story takes place between the attack on Rowan Harbor and the efforts to defend it, and the careful dance between Fletcher, Connor, and Connor’s parents. I think this was a good ending to the second trilogy, giving us a bit of a breather and a happily for now until the next three books and the next villain. I’m curious as to what’s going to happen with Oak, now that Fletcher is able to bond with and perhaps speak for the forest around Rowan Harbor. I can’t wait for the next book in this series!
Read Elizabeth’s review in its entirety here.
October 25, 2018
3.75 stars rounded up
Fletcher is adorable as ever!! I loved how he worried about meeting Conner's parents *grin*.
This is the 'last' book of the second trilogy of The Rowan Harbor Cycle (we have 3 more books!). We discover who has been giving warnings to the residents (. We have another casualty of the Rowan resident ().
And we have darling Fletcher stepping up his game ().
All in all, another good read :)
Fletcher is adorable as ever!! I loved how he worried about meeting Conner's parents *grin*.
This is the 'last' book of the second trilogy of The Rowan Harbor Cycle (we have 3 more books!). We discover who has been giving warnings to the residents (. We have another casualty of the Rowan resident ().
And we have darling Fletcher stepping up his game ().
All in all, another good read :)
October 16, 2018
Closing out the second trilogy in this nine-book cycle, Adder and Willow brings the story back around to focus on Fletcher Lane and Conner Mason.
With everything that has gone wrong lately in Rowan Harbor, you’d think that Fletcher would have enough to worry about. And he does. There is some crazy man out in the world trying to wipe Rowan Harbor off the map, Fletcher barely has a grip on his shifting abilities, and Oak has been hinting that if his powers continue to grow he might be tied to the town for the rest of his life. And that is not even factoring in Conner’s parents–who don’t know about the magical world, and hence the real reason their son decided to drop his old life in San Francisco and move to a strange small town in Oregon–who are set to arrive in only a matter of hours for the weekend.
So, of course, disaster strikes. Again. And this times it could do much more damage than anything the town has faced before.
Through all the ups and downs of this series, I have come to really care for these characters of Rowan Harbor. Each book has only added to the story and expanded the characters. I love picking up each new book unsure what the story will hold, but certain it will drag my yet further in love with everyone.
While I don’t think this one will go down as my favorite, I still greatly enjoyed it. Fletcher is always a pleasure to read about, and his flustered nature when he is around Conner’s parents is just too adorable. We didn’t get nearly as much time with Conner as I would have preferred, but he still put in a good performance when on page. Him and Fletcher are such a good match.
However, I’m not sure why, but the danger in this book never really felt as intense as it should have. Which is probably why I didn’t connect as much as I could have to the story. The stakes were high, but there was something missing. I’m not sure what, though. Maybe a more personal threat? It wasn’t like Fletcher and Conner were safe…but maybe it was one-step too removed for me. I don’t know, it could just be I was too distracted while reading.
That’s not to say I didn’t enjoy this. It was still a very good story, and I’m still very interested in where this series will go in the final trilogy. The characters and the town only grow more interesting with each new book, so I’m anticipating a truly enjoyable experience as things come to a final head.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
With everything that has gone wrong lately in Rowan Harbor, you’d think that Fletcher would have enough to worry about. And he does. There is some crazy man out in the world trying to wipe Rowan Harbor off the map, Fletcher barely has a grip on his shifting abilities, and Oak has been hinting that if his powers continue to grow he might be tied to the town for the rest of his life. And that is not even factoring in Conner’s parents–who don’t know about the magical world, and hence the real reason their son decided to drop his old life in San Francisco and move to a strange small town in Oregon–who are set to arrive in only a matter of hours for the weekend.
So, of course, disaster strikes. Again. And this times it could do much more damage than anything the town has faced before.
Through all the ups and downs of this series, I have come to really care for these characters of Rowan Harbor. Each book has only added to the story and expanded the characters. I love picking up each new book unsure what the story will hold, but certain it will drag my yet further in love with everyone.
While I don’t think this one will go down as my favorite, I still greatly enjoyed it. Fletcher is always a pleasure to read about, and his flustered nature when he is around Conner’s parents is just too adorable. We didn’t get nearly as much time with Conner as I would have preferred, but he still put in a good performance when on page. Him and Fletcher are such a good match.
However, I’m not sure why, but the danger in this book never really felt as intense as it should have. Which is probably why I didn’t connect as much as I could have to the story. The stakes were high, but there was something missing. I’m not sure what, though. Maybe a more personal threat? It wasn’t like Fletcher and Conner were safe…but maybe it was one-step too removed for me. I don’t know, it could just be I was too distracted while reading.
That’s not to say I didn’t enjoy this. It was still a very good story, and I’m still very interested in where this series will go in the final trilogy. The characters and the town only grow more interesting with each new book, so I’m anticipating a truly enjoyable experience as things come to a final head.
This book was provided free in exchange for a fair and honest review for Love Bytes. Go there to check out other reviews, author interviews, and all those awesome giveaways. Click below.
August 24, 2019
Nothing exciting in this one
I feel like this story is chugging along very slowly. Not sure what I feel about it at this point. There are also a few plot holes which argh...kinda grates on my nerves a little. So this instalment was just meh for me, to be honest 😑
I feel like this story is chugging along very slowly. Not sure what I feel about it at this point. There are also a few plot holes which argh...kinda grates on my nerves a little. So this instalment was just meh for me, to be honest 😑
October 23, 2019
I'm really enjoying this series and this town but I don't connect with Fletcher and Connor as well as I do some of the other characters. Trouble once again finds the town but for some reason the danger level didn't seem to be as high as some of the earlier books. I'm not sure why. I did like the new characters that showed up in town and once again there was plenty of action in the book. Honestly for me I think it's just the lack of connection I have with Fletcher and Connor. Still I enjoyed this book and I'm definitely looking forward to the next one.
August 9, 2024
Sexta parte de la saga Rowan Harbor así como la segunda parte de la trilogía de Fletcher y Connor.
No ha estado mal, los personajes son tiernos y cuenta como mini historias. Sin embargo, no me acaba de convencer este formato de historia.
No ha estado mal, los personajes son tiernos y cuenta como mini historias. Sin embargo, no me acaba de convencer este formato de historia.
October 17, 2018
3.5
Was it because it was about my favorite couple of this series or because it was quite a straight forward story without much distraction or sub plots that it felt kinda short? Still undecided if I should rate it 3.5 rounded up to 4 or down to 3 because yes, I enjoyed it and it's not so bad if the focus is solely on Fletcher and Connor and their growing into their abilities but it felt as soon as the threat to Rowan Harbor started it was nearly already solved.
And I have to admit the cover of this book is the one I like the less of this series.
Was it because it was about my favorite couple of this series or because it was quite a straight forward story without much distraction or sub plots that it felt kinda short? Still undecided if I should rate it 3.5 rounded up to 4 or down to 3 because yes, I enjoyed it and it's not so bad if the focus is solely on Fletcher and Connor and their growing into their abilities but it felt as soon as the threat to Rowan Harbor started it was nearly already solved.
And I have to admit the cover of this book is the one I like the less of this series.
October 16, 2018
I love this series and Fletcher is my favorite character!
Things start to escalate in this one. And among all those things Fletcher has to meet Conner's parents while everything gets out of control.
A nice surprise, more people arriving in the town, the guys start accepting things and trying to save the people and the town. The battle is far from over.
Highly recommend this series. They are easy and interesting to read! :)
Things start to escalate in this one. And among all those things Fletcher has to meet Conner's parents while everything gets out of control.
A nice surprise, more people arriving in the town, the guys start accepting things and trying to save the people and the town. The battle is far from over.
Highly recommend this series. They are easy and interesting to read! :)
February 13, 2022
The thing that I enjoyed about this book is that Fletcher, who really deserves a HEA in every aspect of his life gets it! He finally fits into his role in Rowan Harbor and learns how he and Connor will work. Will trouble come - yes. Will he be better prepared to address it - definitely. The town takes care of their own. I absolutely LOVED this series.
October 8, 2018
If you're unsure, Adder is a snake. I had to look it up because as with all these titles they mean something (and i am not big on snake culture :p)
Don't worry, this book isn't really about snakes per se, no one changes into one (if that freaks you out) lol.
This story is about Fletcher Lane,(Shapeshifter) and Conner Mason (new found witch). Fletcher is freaking out because Conner's parents are coming to town. The morning of Fletcher is restless so he shifts and goes for a run. In the forest something odd happens and he finds some unexpected guests. Then Conner's parents show up and pretty much all hell breaks lose.
Fletcher is also learning new things from Oak and the town is starting to rely on Fletcher a little more.
This book is also sad, and while I am sad about it, I'm also happy they've gained some new characters and Fletcher a new roommate,and no, it's not Conner.
I wonder if the new guests are meant for Salli. I guess we'll find out. And you may wonder what kind of pet name Chouchou is, it's French and literally means pet. And I think you'll love him (her?), Sorry,I don't think it said. Anyways, this is a great addition to the series. I believe there's 3 left and I'm excited we're drawing near, but also sad because I love this little town.
4.5*
Don't worry, this book isn't really about snakes per se, no one changes into one (if that freaks you out) lol.
This story is about Fletcher Lane,(Shapeshifter) and Conner Mason (new found witch). Fletcher is freaking out because Conner's parents are coming to town. The morning of Fletcher is restless so he shifts and goes for a run. In the forest something odd happens and he finds some unexpected guests. Then Conner's parents show up and pretty much all hell breaks lose.
Fletcher is also learning new things from Oak and the town is starting to rely on Fletcher a little more.
This book is also sad, and while I am sad about it, I'm also happy they've gained some new characters and Fletcher a new roommate,and no, it's not Conner.
I wonder if the new guests are meant for Salli. I guess we'll find out. And you may wonder what kind of pet name Chouchou is, it's French and literally means pet. And I think you'll love him (her?), Sorry,I don't think it said. Anyways, this is a great addition to the series. I believe there's 3 left and I'm excited we're drawing near, but also sad because I love this little town.
4.5*
June 12, 2019
Honestly, I don't even know why I'm reading this series. It's not that it's bad (it's not), it's just that it's so completely and utterly neutral to me. I literally forgot I was reading this book, and this isn't the first time in this series that this happened. So why do I keep reading it? I don't know. Yet, I do. I don't know what's motivating me, but something clearly is.
What do I even say? It was fine. There were too many characters (mainly secondary character who I wasn't even sure who they were), but because of the nature of the series, the series MCs are pretty high in number as well. There were parts that I thought were interesting (mainly the youngest new resident to Rowan Harbor) but I admit to skimming at times.
I think that by this point I can say that I'll probably finish the series (unless something happens that really pisses me off), but at the end, I probably won't know why I did.
What do I even say? It was fine. There were too many characters (mainly secondary character who I wasn't even sure who they were), but because of the nature of the series, the series MCs are pretty high in number as well. There were parts that I thought were interesting (mainly the youngest new resident to Rowan Harbor) but I admit to skimming at times.
I think that by this point I can say that I'll probably finish the series (unless something happens that really pisses me off), but at the end, I probably won't know why I did.
June 17, 2025
Love this series and this group of characters. It's fun that each book focuses on a different one of the three main couples. This time we're back to Fletcher and Conner. Fletcher is understandably nervous as Conner's parents are coming to town to visit and meet him. He's never done the meet the parents thing and well people aren't exactly his comfort zone in the first place. But while he's out running in his fox form he comes across a stranded car and its occupants are the next force of change coming to Rowan Harbor.
I liked this story a lot. Fletcher's insecurities were sweet and yet he's determined to do better for Conner and for the people of Rowan Harbor. I enjoyed his meeting Conner's parents and their reactions to him and the situation, because of course their visit can't go smoothly. The next attack from their enemy has everyone trapped in town and the pressure building.
Conner and Fletcher were so easy to like as they work together so well. They're a good balance for each other. Conner is more confident than Fletcher is and reads Fletcher well. Fletcher can't really lie and it allows them to really talk about things before too much angst or trouble can build up.
Loving this series and ready for the next arc. :)
I liked this story a lot. Fletcher's insecurities were sweet and yet he's determined to do better for Conner and for the people of Rowan Harbor. I enjoyed his meeting Conner's parents and their reactions to him and the situation, because of course their visit can't go smoothly. The next attack from their enemy has everyone trapped in town and the pressure building.
Conner and Fletcher were so easy to like as they work together so well. They're a good balance for each other. Conner is more confident than Fletcher is and reads Fletcher well. Fletcher can't really lie and it allows them to really talk about things before too much angst or trouble can build up.
Loving this series and ready for the next arc. :)
September 15, 2019
Fletcher is growing up so much
So is Connor. They all are really and it's a good thing because what's been after them is coming for them now and it's time to fight. But the fight led to so horrifying results and things are now changing. And someone important is leaving. It's devastating but they know things change every day and they have to roll with it.
This series is so damn amazing. If you haven't read it yet, you need to. Like now
So is Connor. They all are really and it's a good thing because what's been after them is coming for them now and it's time to fight. But the fight led to so horrifying results and things are now changing. And someone important is leaving. It's devastating but they know things change every day and they have to roll with it.
This series is so damn amazing. If you haven't read it yet, you need to. Like now
June 7, 2021
4.5 stars
October 19, 2018
Love this series. And these guys are still my favourite couple.
Can't wait for book 7.
Can't wait for book 7.
September 10, 2021
The Rowan Harbor Cycle is one of my favorite series. This book is a good addition to the storyline. I love main character Fletcher. He still struggles to accept his worth as a friend and a member of the community. The tone of the books have been getting darker as the series heads towards the final trilogy. The younger generation of council members and their friends are definitely stepping up and taking on the town's challenges and have suffered losses because of it. I look forward to seeing where Fletcher's place in the community ends up being. I am a little sad to be ready to start the final trilogy of the series.
January 9, 2020
This one centers around Fletcher and his boyfriend Connor who end up being crucial to stopping a madman destroy Rowan Harbor and quite possibly the better part of the west coast.
January 8, 2019
3.75*
March 3, 2021
I think this one followed in the same vein as the previous book. I liked it, but it didn't have the same drive as the earlier books. Is it because we already know the couples so that part of the story is not taking up as much page time? Is it because we know the more serious threat won't be coming for them until the later books? I'm not sure.
Books 4-6 are the middle trilogy (or bridge books) in the 9 book (3 trilogy) series, with each anchor partner helping their council partner through a personal trial as they get ready for whatever big bad is coming for the town. I love that concept. I loved book 4, and the 4.5 novella too. Book 6 had a 'lie or tell the truth' moment and I was so glad to see that the author chose to return to form on that front. But the convenience factor was still in place. I still haven't wrapped my brain around how the bad guy in this book and the bad guy in the last book knew each other. Maybe it's just a case of extremists finding their kind, but who they were to people in Rowan Harbor felt too convenient. I liked the kid and his mother, but what they knew and what they shared were two different things. Some is explained by the uncertainty of the child's gift, but some felt like convenient timing. And not that I wanted a bad reaction, but Conner's parents about face at the end felt convenient.
I loved the runes and forest and Oak parts of the story. I loved Fletcher's connection to all things in Rowan Harbor. I think the danger of the wards was extremely clever, as was what they had to do protect the town. I wish we could have seen a little more of that. I think it would have added some urgency to the story.
Overall, I love the series and everything we know up to this point. Now that we are entering the last trilogy, I have no idea what to expect. Aside from the obvious promise of trouble coming, everyone seems happy, and I don't know of any major plot points left hanging. It's almost like we are starting new. I'm excited.
Books 4-6 are the middle trilogy (or bridge books) in the 9 book (3 trilogy) series, with each anchor partner helping their council partner through a personal trial as they get ready for whatever big bad is coming for the town. I love that concept. I loved book 4, and the 4.5 novella too. Book 6 had a 'lie or tell the truth' moment and I was so glad to see that the author chose to return to form on that front. But the convenience factor was still in place. I still haven't wrapped my brain around how the bad guy in this book and the bad guy in the last book knew each other. Maybe it's just a case of extremists finding their kind, but who they were to people in Rowan Harbor felt too convenient. I liked the kid and his mother, but what they knew and what they shared were two different things. Some is explained by the uncertainty of the child's gift, but some felt like convenient timing. And not that I wanted a bad reaction, but Conner's parents about face at the end felt convenient.
I loved the runes and forest and Oak parts of the story. I loved Fletcher's connection to all things in Rowan Harbor. I think the danger of the wards was extremely clever, as was what they had to do protect the town. I wish we could have seen a little more of that. I think it would have added some urgency to the story.
Overall, I love the series and everything we know up to this point. Now that we are entering the last trilogy, I have no idea what to expect. Aside from the obvious promise of trouble coming, everyone seems happy, and I don't know of any major plot points left hanging. It's almost like we are starting new. I'm excited.
October 17, 2018
4 out of 5 stars
Description ~
Fletcher Lane has a problem. His boyfriend’s parents are coming for a visit, and they want to meet up. He’s ready to commit, so what happens if his prospective in-laws don’t like him? And how is he supposed to keep Rowan Harbor’s unique nature a secret when he might be the worst liar ever born?
To make matters worse, when he finds and helps two strangers stuck on the road, it leads him to a new threat: the man who’s been terrorizing the town has set events into motion that endanger more than just Rowan Harbor. Can Fletcher and his friends stop him before there’s nothing but a smoking crater where the Oregon coastline used to be?
My Review ~
Adder and Willow is the 6th book in the Rowan Harbor Cycle series. This is a true series where each book must be read in order for the most reading enjoyment.
There's no secret from my previous reviews, that I absolutely love this ongoing series by Sam Burns. Each book is continuing the story of these three tightly interwoven couples along with their small magical town. Adder and Willow is the second book to focus on Fletcher and Connor's relationship and their part in the bigger storyline. While I'd love to share bits of the story, it would really give way too much away of the plot. This book, actually this whole series, is one that needs to be read to give the reader the true impact of the story.
What I can say about this book though, is that it's just as well written as the previous five books, and it moves the story further along to the finale in the future books. It also advances the relationship between Fletcher and Connor, along with showing Fletcher growing more confident in himself. There's quite a bit of action, along with the magic that is the heart of the residents and the town itself. The story in Adder and Willow will keep you on the edge of your seat till the very last page.
This series is a great mix between urban fantasy and romance, and I can't wait for the final 3 books to continue the journey that Sam Burns has created for us. I highly recommend this entire series for anyone that loves urban fantasy stories, and well crafted paranormal romances.
Description ~
Fletcher Lane has a problem. His boyfriend’s parents are coming for a visit, and they want to meet up. He’s ready to commit, so what happens if his prospective in-laws don’t like him? And how is he supposed to keep Rowan Harbor’s unique nature a secret when he might be the worst liar ever born?
To make matters worse, when he finds and helps two strangers stuck on the road, it leads him to a new threat: the man who’s been terrorizing the town has set events into motion that endanger more than just Rowan Harbor. Can Fletcher and his friends stop him before there’s nothing but a smoking crater where the Oregon coastline used to be?
My Review ~
Adder and Willow is the 6th book in the Rowan Harbor Cycle series. This is a true series where each book must be read in order for the most reading enjoyment.
There's no secret from my previous reviews, that I absolutely love this ongoing series by Sam Burns. Each book is continuing the story of these three tightly interwoven couples along with their small magical town. Adder and Willow is the second book to focus on Fletcher and Connor's relationship and their part in the bigger storyline. While I'd love to share bits of the story, it would really give way too much away of the plot. This book, actually this whole series, is one that needs to be read to give the reader the true impact of the story.
What I can say about this book though, is that it's just as well written as the previous five books, and it moves the story further along to the finale in the future books. It also advances the relationship between Fletcher and Connor, along with showing Fletcher growing more confident in himself. There's quite a bit of action, along with the magic that is the heart of the residents and the town itself. The story in Adder and Willow will keep you on the edge of your seat till the very last page.
This series is a great mix between urban fantasy and romance, and I can't wait for the final 3 books to continue the journey that Sam Burns has created for us. I highly recommend this entire series for anyone that loves urban fantasy stories, and well crafted paranormal romances.
October 19, 2018
5 Stars!
This series just gets better and better with each new installment and I think Adder and Willow was my favorite so far.
It wasn't only the connection between Fletcher and Connor, which was amazing, btw, it was how detailed the writing is, weaving a fantastic paranormal/urban fantasy plot with interconnected storylines that has been growing in these 6 first books and that I am looking forward to seeing how it will play out in the last 3.
There are a lot of recurring characters aside from the three main couples, of which we've been learning about throughout the series, and yet, I've never felt lost, that's something I truly appreciate.
I loved seeing Fletcher finally find his real place in the town and even if I don't want to give anything away, please know that this book was captivating and fun and action-packed! You definitely don't want to miss out on this series.
*** Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure, a review wasn't a requirement. ***
This series just gets better and better with each new installment and I think Adder and Willow was my favorite so far.
It wasn't only the connection between Fletcher and Connor, which was amazing, btw, it was how detailed the writing is, weaving a fantastic paranormal/urban fantasy plot with interconnected storylines that has been growing in these 6 first books and that I am looking forward to seeing how it will play out in the last 3.
There are a lot of recurring characters aside from the three main couples, of which we've been learning about throughout the series, and yet, I've never felt lost, that's something I truly appreciate.
I loved seeing Fletcher finally find his real place in the town and even if I don't want to give anything away, please know that this book was captivating and fun and action-packed! You definitely don't want to miss out on this series.
*** Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie for my reading pleasure, a review wasn't a requirement. ***
July 6, 2021
First off, I would like to say that all the Fletcher-Oak interactions are absolute gold (I love Oak, I love Fletcher, really this should be obvious). Fletcher has grown since the last time we visited him. Now he's anticipating a visit from Cameron's parents when the town wards start acting up.
Cameron and Fletcher are adorably domestic and (still) very cute together. Cam has found his own niche in Rowan Harbor, and the two are settled in a steady relationship. As with Jesse and Sean's pairing, I felt like a skipped a couple of chapters, but I'm starting to think that the I-love-you developments for the couples (except Wade and Devon) happen off-screen. Given that there are gaps of months (in the storyline) between installments, this makes sense. (I still don't like it, but fair enough.)
The plot was well-balanced in this one too. Character development, romance, suspense - all of it came together cohesively. I can't wait to read more of Fletcher's story.
Cameron and Fletcher are adorably domestic and (still) very cute together. Cam has found his own niche in Rowan Harbor, and the two are settled in a steady relationship. As with Jesse and Sean's pairing, I felt like a skipped a couple of chapters, but I'm starting to think that the I-love-you developments for the couples (except Wade and Devon) happen off-screen. Given that there are gaps of months (in the storyline) between installments, this makes sense. (I still don't like it, but fair enough.)
The plot was well-balanced in this one too. Character development, romance, suspense - all of it came together cohesively. I can't wait to read more of Fletcher's story.
October 9, 2018
Fletcher is still not comfortable with his abilities. Oak is teaching him, opening up Fletcher to the possibilities of his gift. Falling in love with Connor was scary but meeting Connor’s parents is terrifying.
He rescues a boy and his mother, bringing more trouble to Rowan Harbor, but also the answer to some important questions.
The town must work together as the next crisis overtakes Rowan Harbor. As the town loses an important member Fletcher learns just how necessary his untried powers are.
Another good addition to the series. These characters are more defined in every story. I enjoy how each person has their own role to play but how interwoven they all are to the safety of the town. They really need to be read in order to get the full impact of the story.
Review Copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads.
He rescues a boy and his mother, bringing more trouble to Rowan Harbor, but also the answer to some important questions.
The town must work together as the next crisis overtakes Rowan Harbor. As the town loses an important member Fletcher learns just how necessary his untried powers are.
Another good addition to the series. These characters are more defined in every story. I enjoy how each person has their own role to play but how interwoven they all are to the safety of the town. They really need to be read in order to get the full impact of the story.
Review Copy requested and reviewed on behalf of OMGReads.
November 15, 2018
*~~*ARC kindly provided by the author to me in exchange for an honest review *~~*
This series is without doubt only enjoyable if you know the other books in the series, otherwise you’re lost. Those who were there from the start might be as engrossed as I am and the more we get to know the more thrilling it gets.
In this particular book of the series the focus lies on Flatcher and the second trilogy of three in total comes to an conclusion. I really loved how in this book a domestic, daily thing is combined with the freaky events around Rowan Harbor.
The book isn’t always a light one but it’s also not only serious. I really loved how well known the characters are, the side characters are really warming your heart too but on the other hand, although the reader followed the journey now for a few books, it’s still a mystery what happening in Rowan Harbor, the character still have secrets they hide or are forced to face new challenges.
I’m really looking forward what author Sam Burns has in her sleeve for us and I hardly doubt it will be a smooth journey for our nice crew.
This book gets 5 out of 5 stars. 🙂
Review originally posted on my blog with added content Mikku-chan / A world full of words
This series is without doubt only enjoyable if you know the other books in the series, otherwise you’re lost. Those who were there from the start might be as engrossed as I am and the more we get to know the more thrilling it gets.
In this particular book of the series the focus lies on Flatcher and the second trilogy of three in total comes to an conclusion. I really loved how in this book a domestic, daily thing is combined with the freaky events around Rowan Harbor.
The book isn’t always a light one but it’s also not only serious. I really loved how well known the characters are, the side characters are really warming your heart too but on the other hand, although the reader followed the journey now for a few books, it’s still a mystery what happening in Rowan Harbor, the character still have secrets they hide or are forced to face new challenges.
I’m really looking forward what author Sam Burns has in her sleeve for us and I hardly doubt it will be a smooth journey for our nice crew.
This book gets 5 out of 5 stars. 🙂
Review originally posted on my blog with added content Mikku-chan / A world full of words
July 21, 2019
Fletcher is again in the fore front of this story. Oak has special plans for him if only he accepts. In the meantime, Conner's parents are in town for a visit and Fletcher is more than stressed out. Worried that he won't pass muster with the parent's. Finding a young boy and his mom on an isolated forest road, Noah, a siren and a seer tells the future and Fletcher must keep it quiet, but doesn't know why. Danger is brought to town once more by Burt, who is Noah's father with a wish to kill the whole town. One of the founding witches die and disrupts the whole town's infrastructure and one of the founding fathers of the town leaves. A most interesting book as well as series. Would recommend this book and series for a good read.
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