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SWAT: Special Wolf Alpha Team #9
Wolf Instinct
He's a wolf shifter.
She hunts monsters.
How can she be The One for him?
SWAT werewolf Zane Kendrick will do whatever it takes to take down the man who attacked his pack. His search takes him to Los Angeles, but when he meets Alyssa, the smart, sexy agent who comes to his aid, he's immediately interested in pursuing more than just the next lead. All his wolf instincts tell him that she's The One.
FBI agent Alyssa Carson has investigated some weird stuff lately, and finding missing people drained of their blood definitely falls into that category. When following a clue leads her to Zane, she agrees to work with him and his team. She's attracted to the gorgeous Brit, but she doesn't have time for anything but finding answers.
When Zane and Alyssa discover the sinister truth, it'll take everything they have to make it out of this mission with their lives―and hearts―intact.
She hunts monsters.
How can she be The One for him?
SWAT werewolf Zane Kendrick will do whatever it takes to take down the man who attacked his pack. His search takes him to Los Angeles, but when he meets Alyssa, the smart, sexy agent who comes to his aid, he's immediately interested in pursuing more than just the next lead. All his wolf instincts tell him that she's The One.
FBI agent Alyssa Carson has investigated some weird stuff lately, and finding missing people drained of their blood definitely falls into that category. When following a clue leads her to Zane, she agrees to work with him and his team. She's attracted to the gorgeous Brit, but she doesn't have time for anything but finding answers.
When Zane and Alyssa discover the sinister truth, it'll take everything they have to make it out of this mission with their lives―and hearts―intact.
272 pages, Paperback
First published June 25, 2019
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Paige Tyler
185 books2,065 followersPaige Tyler is a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author of sexy, romantic suspense and paranormal romance. She and her very own military hero (also known as her husband) live on the beautiful Florida coast with their adorable fur baby (also known as their dog). Paige graduated with a degree in education, but decided to pursue her passion and write books about hunky alpha males and the kick-butt heroines who fall in love with them.
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Wolf Instinct
, Paige Tyler brings romance, action, and adds to the world-building in the ninth book in the SWAT: Special Wolf Alpha Team paranormal romantic suspense series. Set in contemporary times and mainly in Los Angeles, California, this novel features SWAT werewolf Zane Kendrick and FBI agent Alyssa Carson.
Zane and two others in his pack leave Dallas to try to take down the man responsible for an attack at their compound. They have a lead that he has family in Los Angeles and start to follow his nephew. While at a club, Zane meets Alyssa. She’s there trying to find the people responsible for abducting young women. The four of them end up working together when their investigations seem to intersect.
Zane moves quietly, looks out for others, and has a sense of humor. He also is suffering from an injury and is estranged from his biological family. He is a troubled, but very capable protagonist. Alyssa is strong and feisty. She’s also used to working alone, even on unusual cases.
As usual, the story starts with a prologue that shows the trigger for Zane’s change into a werewolf. After that, the book picks up soon after the previous one in the series. The plot had some twists and turns with high stakes and some surprises. The storyline is gripping from beginning to end with several action scenes. The world-building is excellent, and in this novel, there’s some new information about the supernatural world.
This book delivers on escapism through instant attraction, friendship, family, and trust, as well as justice. At the same time, it tackles the serious issues of murder, secrets, power, human trafficking, and much more. There’s at least one steamy scene.
Overall, this is a briskly paced and suspenseful novel that’s full of danger, action, and a sense of urgency. If you enjoy thrilling paranormal romantic suspense novels, then I recommend you check out this series. There is enough background that this novel can be read as a standalone, but the series is best read in order. I always enjoy catching up with old friends from previous novels.
I purchased a copy of this novel. All opinions expressed in this review are my own. Publication date was June 25, 2019.----------------------------------------
My 4.43 rounded to 4 stars review is coming soon.
Zane and two others in his pack leave Dallas to try to take down the man responsible for an attack at their compound. They have a lead that he has family in Los Angeles and start to follow his nephew. While at a club, Zane meets Alyssa. She’s there trying to find the people responsible for abducting young women. The four of them end up working together when their investigations seem to intersect.
Zane moves quietly, looks out for others, and has a sense of humor. He also is suffering from an injury and is estranged from his biological family. He is a troubled, but very capable protagonist. Alyssa is strong and feisty. She’s also used to working alone, even on unusual cases.
As usual, the story starts with a prologue that shows the trigger for Zane’s change into a werewolf. After that, the book picks up soon after the previous one in the series. The plot had some twists and turns with high stakes and some surprises. The storyline is gripping from beginning to end with several action scenes. The world-building is excellent, and in this novel, there’s some new information about the supernatural world.
This book delivers on escapism through instant attraction, friendship, family, and trust, as well as justice. At the same time, it tackles the serious issues of murder, secrets, power, human trafficking, and much more. There’s at least one steamy scene.
Overall, this is a briskly paced and suspenseful novel that’s full of danger, action, and a sense of urgency. If you enjoy thrilling paranormal romantic suspense novels, then I recommend you check out this series. There is enough background that this novel can be read as a standalone, but the series is best read in order. I always enjoy catching up with old friends from previous novels.
I purchased a copy of this novel. All opinions expressed in this review are my own. Publication date was June 25, 2019.----------------------------------------
My 4.43 rounded to 4 stars review is coming soon.
June 23, 2019
Wolf Instinct by Paige Tyler
9th book from the SWAT series. Can be read as a standalone however reading one or two prior to this one will give you a better background, in particular on Zane’s injury.
Up until this book, the premise of werewolves or at least wolf traits were the only paranormal elements. The world is not as simple anymore.
I worried it was trite and done already, but in the end, it was tied up well. Better than I’d hoped with a hint of the next book.
These are always fast and easy to read. This was one of the better couple connections. She freaked a little when confronted with the “monster”, but it was the feeling of love emotions that ruled. This isn’t a spoiler. It’s a romance. The road may be rough but it gets there.
Excerpt:
“Everything happened so fast. Which was crazy, since she’d been through enough training and real-life situations like this. But one second, the remaining Neanderthal had his weapon pointed straight at the big guy and the next, Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous…moved.
There was another growl, a flash of reflected light off some seriously intense eyes, then Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous knocked the man’s gun hand aside. After that, there were about a half dozen quick strikes she recognized as some kind of martial arts style. Part of her noted Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous barely moved his left arm, instead, doing all the damage with his right. It didn’t seem to matter as bones crunched and the gun went flying into the darkness. Maybe he wasn’t a cop.
More like a soldier.
Or a trained killer.
Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous bounced the guy’s head off the side of the car door, then picked him up and tossed him into the same wall his buddy had crash tested. Yup. Brick was still tougher than human. Alyssa winced.
Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous spun around to look at her, his body taking on an aggressive stance. Alyssa instinctively brought her weapon up, only to have him grab it out of her hands before she even saw him move.
She rolled backward on the pavement, going for the backup piece holstered at her right ankle, dragging it out and jacking the slide back in one smooth motion. She brought it up straight and level, green night-sight dots aligning in the center of the man’s chest.
“I’d prefer if you didn’t shoot me,” he said in a deep voice.
Alyssa wasn’t sure what was more distracting, the way the words rumbled out of that muscular chest or the sinful British accent that made her think of some kind of decadent chocolate commercial.
“It would probably hurt,” he added.”
Excerpt from Wolf Instinct by Paige Tyler
I received a copy of this from NetGalley. I also purchased a copy to share.
9th book from the SWAT series. Can be read as a standalone however reading one or two prior to this one will give you a better background, in particular on Zane’s injury.
Up until this book, the premise of werewolves or at least wolf traits were the only paranormal elements. The world is not as simple anymore.
I worried it was trite and done already, but in the end, it was tied up well. Better than I’d hoped with a hint of the next book.
These are always fast and easy to read. This was one of the better couple connections. She freaked a little when confronted with the “monster”, but it was the feeling of love emotions that ruled. This isn’t a spoiler. It’s a romance. The road may be rough but it gets there.
Excerpt:
“Everything happened so fast. Which was crazy, since she’d been through enough training and real-life situations like this. But one second, the remaining Neanderthal had his weapon pointed straight at the big guy and the next, Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous…moved.
There was another growl, a flash of reflected light off some seriously intense eyes, then Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous knocked the man’s gun hand aside. After that, there were about a half dozen quick strikes she recognized as some kind of martial arts style. Part of her noted Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous barely moved his left arm, instead, doing all the damage with his right. It didn’t seem to matter as bones crunched and the gun went flying into the darkness. Maybe he wasn’t a cop.
More like a soldier.
Or a trained killer.
Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous bounced the guy’s head off the side of the car door, then picked him up and tossed him into the same wall his buddy had crash tested. Yup. Brick was still tougher than human. Alyssa winced.
Tall, Dark, and Gorgeous spun around to look at her, his body taking on an aggressive stance. Alyssa instinctively brought her weapon up, only to have him grab it out of her hands before she even saw him move.
She rolled backward on the pavement, going for the backup piece holstered at her right ankle, dragging it out and jacking the slide back in one smooth motion. She brought it up straight and level, green night-sight dots aligning in the center of the man’s chest.
“I’d prefer if you didn’t shoot me,” he said in a deep voice.
Alyssa wasn’t sure what was more distracting, the way the words rumbled out of that muscular chest or the sinful British accent that made her think of some kind of decadent chocolate commercial.
“It would probably hurt,” he added.”
Excerpt from Wolf Instinct by Paige Tyler
I received a copy of this from NetGalley. I also purchased a copy to share.
July 17, 2019
Absolutely loved Zane's story, I never get bored of this fantastic series!
June 7, 2019
Death has breathed down his neck more than once and nearly got him leaving him permanently injured, but Zane will not be left on the sidelines when a deep betrayal nearly destroys his SWAT alpha pack family. Wolf Instinct was anticipated story in this sizzling hot series, but, then again, they all are.
Wolf Instinct is installment nine in the SWAT series, a blend of paranormal romance and romantic suspense where werewolf meets police work. The early books might be easier out of order, but some of these later books build on previous books even though a different SWAT member is in the spotlight.
Zane is former British SAS, but a mission gone sideways left him off the team with a medical retirement, distance from his family, a broken engagement and what he sees as a monster inside him. Gage Dixon his SWAT commander brings him into the alpha pack fold and he has gotten back a bit of what he lost. But, then a policing case in which the werewolf hunters nearly killed him with a wolfbane bullet leaves him with a weak left arm and an attitude that he must prove himself. He goes on the mission to LA to help track one who betrayed and the pack was nearly killed on their home ground. And, that's when the expected danger comes with a whole lot of weird and encountering a human woman who may be his The One. Guess which prospect is the one that scares him?
Alyssa Carson has seen a lot of weird since she joined the secret FBI unit that investigates cases that have strange, inexplicable aspects to them. Her best friend calls her in on a missing persons case. Young girls, from the vulnerable population of street kids, orphans, and runaways are being targeted. One body was found- drained of all its blood. Alyssa is following a tip on a certain nightclub and spots some girls meeting the criteria who are very much being stocked by a rich, creepy guy with a wall of bodyguards when another operative steps in and deals with the threat in a way that no human could. She hunts monsters, but can she ally with one to save the missing girls? His dishy Brit accent and amazing looks along with his willingness to respect her ability and work with her go a long way toward persuading her.
As usual, I love what the author does with her romance pair. She gives them engaging personal back stories and current situations. Most of the conflict is personal rather than between the pair though there is some because he's a werewolf and she must learn this and accept it, but the conflict and angst make sense with the characters and situations. I can't say how refreshing that is to not see stuff blown out of proportion just to stir up things. The author relies on the action conflict paired with what they need to overcome separately which becomes a teamwork thing when they want to help each other. In Wolf Instinct, Alyssa must learn to trust a partner in work and in relationship because she has always stayed fiercely independent and works best alone since she went through a traumatic event in her past. Meanwhile Zane pushes people away because he doesn't think he deserves their love because he has survivor's guilt and sees himself as unworthy.
This pair sizzle with attraction from the beginning and I loved how they were able to stay on the case and explore what is building between them.
This series has gone alone for a while slowly building the werewolf culture and their world that includes their police careers and the secret world of protecting other, more vulnerable, werewolves from the growing threat of the hunters. Someone is backing these hunters with the funds, equipment, and manpower to wipe out the weres. Wolf Instinct takes the current series arc trend and gives it some decided twists in its path. I suspect there had to be this possibility when I gave it some thought, but it was a surprising twist that I found quite the series game changer and broadened the possibility for future books.
In summary, this is a can't miss book in the series and will knock the socks off series fans. Zane and Alyssa are a fab romance pair and the action was as sensational as usual. If you want a solid gold pairing of romantic suspense with paranormal romance involving some sizzling hot alpha werewolf SWAT police team action, grab up this series.
My thanks to Sourcebooks Casablanca for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
COYER Summer Scavenger Hunt Clue 'a book in a series that is a number in 2019' 3 points
Wolf Instinct is installment nine in the SWAT series, a blend of paranormal romance and romantic suspense where werewolf meets police work. The early books might be easier out of order, but some of these later books build on previous books even though a different SWAT member is in the spotlight.
Zane is former British SAS, but a mission gone sideways left him off the team with a medical retirement, distance from his family, a broken engagement and what he sees as a monster inside him. Gage Dixon his SWAT commander brings him into the alpha pack fold and he has gotten back a bit of what he lost. But, then a policing case in which the werewolf hunters nearly killed him with a wolfbane bullet leaves him with a weak left arm and an attitude that he must prove himself. He goes on the mission to LA to help track one who betrayed and the pack was nearly killed on their home ground. And, that's when the expected danger comes with a whole lot of weird and encountering a human woman who may be his The One. Guess which prospect is the one that scares him?
Alyssa Carson has seen a lot of weird since she joined the secret FBI unit that investigates cases that have strange, inexplicable aspects to them. Her best friend calls her in on a missing persons case. Young girls, from the vulnerable population of street kids, orphans, and runaways are being targeted. One body was found- drained of all its blood. Alyssa is following a tip on a certain nightclub and spots some girls meeting the criteria who are very much being stocked by a rich, creepy guy with a wall of bodyguards when another operative steps in and deals with the threat in a way that no human could. She hunts monsters, but can she ally with one to save the missing girls? His dishy Brit accent and amazing looks along with his willingness to respect her ability and work with her go a long way toward persuading her.
As usual, I love what the author does with her romance pair. She gives them engaging personal back stories and current situations. Most of the conflict is personal rather than between the pair though there is some because he's a werewolf and she must learn this and accept it, but the conflict and angst make sense with the characters and situations. I can't say how refreshing that is to not see stuff blown out of proportion just to stir up things. The author relies on the action conflict paired with what they need to overcome separately which becomes a teamwork thing when they want to help each other. In Wolf Instinct, Alyssa must learn to trust a partner in work and in relationship because she has always stayed fiercely independent and works best alone since she went through a traumatic event in her past. Meanwhile Zane pushes people away because he doesn't think he deserves their love because he has survivor's guilt and sees himself as unworthy.
This pair sizzle with attraction from the beginning and I loved how they were able to stay on the case and explore what is building between them.
This series has gone alone for a while slowly building the werewolf culture and their world that includes their police careers and the secret world of protecting other, more vulnerable, werewolves from the growing threat of the hunters. Someone is backing these hunters with the funds, equipment, and manpower to wipe out the weres. Wolf Instinct takes the current series arc trend and gives it some decided twists in its path. I suspect there had to be this possibility when I gave it some thought, but it was a surprising twist that I found quite the series game changer and broadened the possibility for future books.
In summary, this is a can't miss book in the series and will knock the socks off series fans. Zane and Alyssa are a fab romance pair and the action was as sensational as usual. If you want a solid gold pairing of romantic suspense with paranormal romance involving some sizzling hot alpha werewolf SWAT police team action, grab up this series.
My thanks to Sourcebooks Casablanca for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
COYER Summer Scavenger Hunt Clue 'a book in a series that is a number in 2019' 3 points
July 7, 2019
Reviewed by Gemini
Wolf Instinct is the ninth book in Paige Tyler’s SWAT: Special Wolf Alpha Team Series. It is a direct continuation of the series and I think you need to read all of the books to really understand what is going on. Plus, every book seems to add a little more to the Werewolf lore. Considering the amount of books there are in this series, I am impressed that Paige is able to keep things interesting when I would have thought that she would have ran out of new material. As with all of the other books, a member of the Dallas SWAT team meets the one and things go crazy from there.
In Wolf Instinct, SWAT member Zane Kendrick meets FBI agent Alyssa Carson and she is a lot more than Zane is prepared for. Zane and two of his teammates are in hot pursuit of the man who orchestrated the attack on his pack and is also responsible for Zane almost dying from being poisoned. They end up in Los Angeles, California where they not only meet Alyssa but also run into more werewolves as well as a few other surprises that I didn’t expect. For one, Alyssa’s division of the FBI is a lot more informed about creatures that go bump in the night than anyone would have known. Secondly, the pack finally finds out who sent the hunters after them in the first place. Again, this is a continuation from the previous books so if you don’t know what I’m talking about, I can’t help you. This world is very intricate and missing any detail will leave you lost. But that’s what I love about this series. You can really get lost in the drama and the action. It’s a great escape.
A lot that gets revealed in Wolf Instinct that really takes the series in an unexpected but fascinating direction. I can’t get into much true detail because that would ruin everything. I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this book. Zane and Alyssa were really good for each other and their love story was just as good as all of the others in the pack. Everything else that happened was really the icing on the cake. I look forward to the next book in the series.
**Received a book copy from Sourcebook Casablanca and voluntarily reviewed.**
Wolf Instinct is the ninth book in Paige Tyler’s SWAT: Special Wolf Alpha Team Series. It is a direct continuation of the series and I think you need to read all of the books to really understand what is going on. Plus, every book seems to add a little more to the Werewolf lore. Considering the amount of books there are in this series, I am impressed that Paige is able to keep things interesting when I would have thought that she would have ran out of new material. As with all of the other books, a member of the Dallas SWAT team meets the one and things go crazy from there.
In Wolf Instinct, SWAT member Zane Kendrick meets FBI agent Alyssa Carson and she is a lot more than Zane is prepared for. Zane and two of his teammates are in hot pursuit of the man who orchestrated the attack on his pack and is also responsible for Zane almost dying from being poisoned. They end up in Los Angeles, California where they not only meet Alyssa but also run into more werewolves as well as a few other surprises that I didn’t expect. For one, Alyssa’s division of the FBI is a lot more informed about creatures that go bump in the night than anyone would have known. Secondly, the pack finally finds out who sent the hunters after them in the first place. Again, this is a continuation from the previous books so if you don’t know what I’m talking about, I can’t help you. This world is very intricate and missing any detail will leave you lost. But that’s what I love about this series. You can really get lost in the drama and the action. It’s a great escape.
A lot that gets revealed in Wolf Instinct that really takes the series in an unexpected but fascinating direction. I can’t get into much true detail because that would ruin everything. I thoroughly enjoyed everything about this book. Zane and Alyssa were really good for each other and their love story was just as good as all of the others in the pack. Everything else that happened was really the icing on the cake. I look forward to the next book in the series.
**Received a book copy from Sourcebook Casablanca and voluntarily reviewed.**
June 15, 2019
Wolf Instinct is the ninth book in Paige Tyler’s SWAT: Special Wolf Alpha Team Series. This book is a romantic suspense novel with fantastic characters and a great storyline which adds to the SWAT Team World that Tyler has created.
Zane Kendrick is a werewolf SWAT officer who is in Los Angeles looking to take down the man who attacked his pack. While following a lead at a nightclub, he meets the One, his destined mate, when she comes to his aid. FBI Agent Alyssa Carson is investigating several missing person cases when she meets Zane and agrees to work with him and his team. The attraction between them is instant and explosive, but personal and work-related secrets and half truths keep Zane and Alyssa from fully trusting each other. Will they learn to open up and accept their differences in time the solve both their cases and save their lives? Read it and find out!
This is another great addition to Tyler’s SWAT series. The heroes in this series are strong, hunky and intense characters who have a deep moral compass and work to help those in need. The heroines in this series are kick-ass, strong women who are smart and can hold their own against alpha males. The stories are filled with danger, intrigue, intense chemistry and heart-melting romance. All the books in this series contain a happily ever after and can be read as a standalone, however, reading it in order will give you a better appreciation for the characters and the series itself. I can’t wait for the next book in the series, Wolf Rebel, to come out!
This is a voluntary review of an advanced readers copy sent by the publisher via netgalley.
Zane Kendrick is a werewolf SWAT officer who is in Los Angeles looking to take down the man who attacked his pack. While following a lead at a nightclub, he meets the One, his destined mate, when she comes to his aid. FBI Agent Alyssa Carson is investigating several missing person cases when she meets Zane and agrees to work with him and his team. The attraction between them is instant and explosive, but personal and work-related secrets and half truths keep Zane and Alyssa from fully trusting each other. Will they learn to open up and accept their differences in time the solve both their cases and save their lives? Read it and find out!
This is another great addition to Tyler’s SWAT series. The heroes in this series are strong, hunky and intense characters who have a deep moral compass and work to help those in need. The heroines in this series are kick-ass, strong women who are smart and can hold their own against alpha males. The stories are filled with danger, intrigue, intense chemistry and heart-melting romance. All the books in this series contain a happily ever after and can be read as a standalone, however, reading it in order will give you a better appreciation for the characters and the series itself. I can’t wait for the next book in the series, Wolf Rebel, to come out!
This is a voluntary review of an advanced readers copy sent by the publisher via netgalley.
June 22, 2019
Werewolf Zane Kendrick will do whatever it takes to take the man who attacked his SWAT pack and his search has taken to Los Angeles where a smart, sexy agent comes to his aid and all his wolf instincts tell him that she’s The One. Alyssa arson has investigated some weird stuff lately as a FBI agent and finding people drained of blood definitely falls into their category so when she agrees to work with Zane and his team, she doesn’t have time for the attraction between them. When they discover the sinister truth it will take everything they have to make it out this mission with lives –and hearts- intact.
The electrically explosive chemistry between Zane and Alyssa is WOW to the factor of 10 but this relationship has a couple major handicaps which keeps readers on pins and needles. First they have this major mission that takes precedence and some uber important secrets that could implode at any moment, but their attraction will not be denied no matter how much they fight it which has sparks flying in every direction.
This fast paced and energetic plot keeps readers on the edge with lots of thrilling suspense regarding not only the relationship and the secrets but of course the search for the bad guys. Stunning twists and world rocking unveilings adds some truly remarkable, adrenaline pumping excitement to this story. These jaw dropping revelations also grips readers hard and has them curious and eagerly awaiting just where the author is taking our favorite SWAT werewolves! STAT someone bring lots of ice, because this is one sexy and red hot read.
The electrically explosive chemistry between Zane and Alyssa is WOW to the factor of 10 but this relationship has a couple major handicaps which keeps readers on pins and needles. First they have this major mission that takes precedence and some uber important secrets that could implode at any moment, but their attraction will not be denied no matter how much they fight it which has sparks flying in every direction.
This fast paced and energetic plot keeps readers on the edge with lots of thrilling suspense regarding not only the relationship and the secrets but of course the search for the bad guys. Stunning twists and world rocking unveilings adds some truly remarkable, adrenaline pumping excitement to this story. These jaw dropping revelations also grips readers hard and has them curious and eagerly awaiting just where the author is taking our favorite SWAT werewolves! STAT someone bring lots of ice, because this is one sexy and red hot read.
June 14, 2019
Great addition to the series. I liked Zane and Alyssa’s story. Alyssa is a strong female character and Zane is part of the SWAT team- together their chemistry ignites. This book has a storyline t get sucks you right in. Can’t wait for the next one!!
June 29, 2019
Alyssa is a special agent for the FBI, she investigates crimes that seem to be paranormal in nature, when she runs into Zane, a wolf shifter working for the Dallas SWAT team. She knows something is off since Zane is investigating in LA.
Accidently, Zane discovers that werewolves aren’t they only supernaturals in town and at least one of the other supernaturals wants all werewolves dead.
Zane recognizes Alyssa as his soul mate, now he just has to convince her and keep them both from dying.
Enjoyable and entertaining, Wolf Instinct answered a few questions in this series while opening quite of few new plot avenues and possibilities.
I received this ARC copy of WOLF INSTINCT from SOURCEBOOKS Casablanca. This is my honest and voluntary review. WOLF INSTINCT is set for publication June 25, 2019.
My Rating: 4 stars
Written by: Paige Tyler
Series: SWAT (Book 9)
Mass Market Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Publication Date: June 25, 2019
ISBN-10: 1492670561
ISBN-13: 978-1492670568
Genre: Shifter Romantic Suspense
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Accidently, Zane discovers that werewolves aren’t they only supernaturals in town and at least one of the other supernaturals wants all werewolves dead.
Zane recognizes Alyssa as his soul mate, now he just has to convince her and keep them both from dying.
Enjoyable and entertaining, Wolf Instinct answered a few questions in this series while opening quite of few new plot avenues and possibilities.
I received this ARC copy of WOLF INSTINCT from SOURCEBOOKS Casablanca. This is my honest and voluntary review. WOLF INSTINCT is set for publication June 25, 2019.
My Rating: 4 stars
Written by: Paige Tyler
Series: SWAT (Book 9)
Mass Market Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Publication Date: June 25, 2019
ISBN-10: 1492670561
ISBN-13: 978-1492670568
Genre: Shifter Romantic Suspense
Amazon: tps://www.amazon.com/Wolf-Instinct-SWAT-Pai...
Barnes & Nobles: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wolf...
Itunes: https://books.apple.com/au/book/wolf-...
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July 8, 2019✦Spotlight, Review & Giveaway: WOLF INSTINCT (SWAT) by Paige Tyler https://wp.me/p3d0RZ-b9U
Publication Date: June 25, 2019
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Reviewed by: Reading in Pajamas/ Donna
Rated 5 Stars
What fun! This installment in the SWAT series had mystery, danger, action and of course…romance. I was wondering what would befall Zane and was a bit worried that it would be the stereotypical human damsel. I needn’t have worried. Alyssa turned out to be an FBI Agent tasked with working on possible supernatural issues, so she was not completely clueless to the possibility of the paranormal. That doesn’t mean she wasn’t shocked though. I love that she is a strong woman, but never crossing the line into bitch-mode, thus making Zane’s attraction more than just “she’s the one”. Their relationship developed nicely, letting us see Zane’s Alpha side without it going Neanderthal. Ms. Tyler gave them each a depth that made me care about them. As always, I love the SWAT Team’s camaraderie – now including Alyssa’s people. The book has me excited for new expanding possibilities in the series…I only wish I didn’t have to wait.
*Review copy provided NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Publication Date: June 25, 2019
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Reviewed by: Reading in Pajamas/ Donna
Rated 5 Stars
What fun! This installment in the SWAT series had mystery, danger, action and of course…romance. I was wondering what would befall Zane and was a bit worried that it would be the stereotypical human damsel. I needn’t have worried. Alyssa turned out to be an FBI Agent tasked with working on possible supernatural issues, so she was not completely clueless to the possibility of the paranormal. That doesn’t mean she wasn’t shocked though. I love that she is a strong woman, but never crossing the line into bitch-mode, thus making Zane’s attraction more than just “she’s the one”. Their relationship developed nicely, letting us see Zane’s Alpha side without it going Neanderthal. Ms. Tyler gave them each a depth that made me care about them. As always, I love the SWAT Team’s camaraderie – now including Alyssa’s people. The book has me excited for new expanding possibilities in the series…I only wish I didn’t have to wait.
*Review copy provided NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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June 20, 2019
Wow......words escape me on how to describe this storyline and all the action. Loved the story, Paige Tyler knocked this one out of the park...and around the world. I now want the next story even more. If you like action adventure with your love stories than this is a must read. I had the honor of meeting Paige in Reno NV last year....I only bought five of her books at that time....only to realize after reading them that I should have bought all of them.
I loved that this story begins the STAT / SWAT series. I stayed up longer than I should have reading this book...I just couldn't put it down. I cheered for Zane and Aylissa...and hoped that by sifting to full wolf that his arm would heal..... I don't want to give anything away.....but Zane's shoulder/arm heals in the end. Vampires and werewolves are in this story. Werewolves are stronger.!!!!!!!
I loved that this story begins the STAT / SWAT series. I stayed up longer than I should have reading this book...I just couldn't put it down. I cheered for Zane and Aylissa...and hoped that by sifting to full wolf that his arm would heal..... I don't want to give anything away.....but Zane's shoulder/arm heals in the end. Vampires and werewolves are in this story. Werewolves are stronger.!!!!!!!
June 13, 2019
Zane is a wolf shifter and on the Dallas S.W.A.T team. He and two pack mates go to L.A. looking for the man that tried to kill his pack. Alyssa is on a special team in the FBI, she hunts down supernatural creatures. They both are watching the same man and end up fighting his bodyguards. Zane knows Alyssa is The One for him but will she consider him a monster? When Alyssa gets kidnapped, Zane will do anything to get her back.
I know this is short but I didn’t want to give too much away. I loved this story. Zane and Alyssa are perfect for each other. Action. Steamy. Wolves and other creatures. I can always count of Ms. Tyler’s books to take me out of reality. Two people with rough pasts find love.
* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for NetGalley *
I know this is short but I didn’t want to give too much away. I loved this story. Zane and Alyssa are perfect for each other. Action. Steamy. Wolves and other creatures. I can always count of Ms. Tyler’s books to take me out of reality. Two people with rough pasts find love.
* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for NetGalley *
June 17, 2019
Alyssa is an FBI agent assigned to investigate cases of the paranormal nature. While working a case, she meets Zane, a wolf shifter who is a member of a Dallas SWAT team, also investigating. Alyssa works with his team to protect and rescue girls who have been kidnapped. Zane recognizes Alyssa as his soul mate and must convince her and himself that he is not a monster. Zane has a history of rejection and must overcome his own issues to pursue a relationship.
June 19, 2019
I received an advanced reader's copy of Wolf Instinct by Paige Tyler from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This was the first novel that I had read by Paige Tyler so I really had no expectations, but after reading, she is an author I would look for in the future.
Overall, I enjoyed this novel and I found it to be well written. The primary characters' romantic start was explosive from the beginning and just got warmer from there. I enjoyed the well crafted characters and the pacing of the novel. The plot moved along steadily and the intrigue kept me engrossed from start to finish.
All in all, a good read!
This was the first novel that I had read by Paige Tyler so I really had no expectations, but after reading, she is an author I would look for in the future.
Overall, I enjoyed this novel and I found it to be well written. The primary characters' romantic start was explosive from the beginning and just got warmer from there. I enjoyed the well crafted characters and the pacing of the novel. The plot moved along steadily and the intrigue kept me engrossed from start to finish.
All in all, a good read!
June 20, 2019
Finally Zane gets his story. After all he has been through it was wonderful to read him getting a HEA. Alyssa and Zane are well matched. He a werewolf with the Dallas SWAT team, her an FBI agent handling supernatural cases. As per Ms. Tyler's stories there is a lot of action with a lot of emotion thrown into the mix. This was another terrific book in the series. This story also answers some of the questions that had arisen in previous books, and introduces some terrifying new elements. Love this series and can not wait for the next book.
Received as an ARC from Netgalley and Sourcebooks. Thank you.
Received as an ARC from Netgalley and Sourcebooks. Thank you.
June 13, 2019
Thank you Netgalley and SOURCEBOOKS Casablanca for the advanced copy of Wolf Instinct for a review. The story picks up where Wolf rising left off. Zane heads to LA following a lead on the man who tried to kill his entire pack. Once there, he crosses path with Alyssa a kick ass FBI agent who feel like The One! Along the way, Zane discovers werewolves are not the only supernatural beings around, and maybe he isn't the monster he thinks he is. I love this series! This was the perfect holiday read; lots of action, sizzle and romance! Can't wait for the next installment!
June 17, 2019
Wolf Instinct is a terrific addition to this series. This story opens up a world of possibilities for these characters. I loved that Alyssa is convincing Zane that he isn’t the monster the bad guys are. Sometimes I found myself wanting to Gibbs smack him for his self-loathing. How is he going to love someone else if he doesn’t like himself? The author handled it wonderfully. I love this series and look forward to the next installment.
June 23, 2019
I loved the paranormal and suspense mix in this book. This is the first book in the series that I read . It works well as a standalone as anything that is needed to enjoy this story is explained. Zane and Alyssa were very well developed characters. I was a little surprised how well her friend Christine took the existence of supernatural .
I got the ARC from netgalley.
I got the ARC from netgalley.
June 24, 2019
A fabulous addition to the SWAT: Special Wolf Alpha Team, Wolf Instincts is Zane and Alyssa’s story. From the well delivered story to the dynamic characters this is one book and series I will continue to promote and read more of.
June 25, 2019
Very enjoyable and entertaining addition to this series! I really like Zane and Alyssa! Their chemistry is sizzling! Zane, is a sexy British werewolf. I mean, come on how can you not love him? Alyssa is an FBI agent and a strong woman, not a damsel in distress. I also really love how accepting she is of Zane especially after she finds out she is The One. . Such a good story that kept me on the edge of my seat near the end there for sure.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC.
June 23, 2019
I loved this book just as I did all the rest of the series. It kept me hooked from beginning to end. There was lots of suspense trying to figure out what would happen next. And what a surprise twist that I did not see coming. This was a great read and makes me eager for the next book in the series.
June 15, 2019
This far down the series, you’d be hard-pressed to wonder what Paige Tyler has up her sleeve when it comes to expanding (slowly but surely) the SWAT universe. The holding pattern is admittedly still there: each books typically features a SWAT werewolf’s transformation, then his subsequent journey to finding his ‘One’ soulmate, as Tyler continues the pairing of Zane and an FBI agent who seems to have no problem swallowing that there is something supernatural around Zane and his team members.
Honestly, I’m a little indifferent to Zane/Alyssa’s lightning-fast relationship which felt a little lacklustre—having established the theory of ‘The One’ early on in the series by default sort of permits the author to justify some degree of instalove/lust—because the way the pairing is written doesn’t feel all too unique from the other pairs that came in Tyler’s previous books.
I was however, engrossed instead by the direction ‘Wolf Instinct’ took. What I didn’t expect was Tyler’s huge step into the paranormal with more creatures of the night joining the fray as the werewolf SWAT team gets more deeply embroiled in the whole hunter/werewolf fiasco, with some new and intriguing plot strands that do show some potential for future books. The ending left me nonplussed nonetheless, with a hurried and rather abrupt HFN that felt more inconclusive beyond the immediate acknowledgement that Alyssa was easily welcomed by the growing werewolf family in Dallas.
Still, as a standalone, ‘Wolf Instinct’ does work and the gift of Tyler’s writing is that she makes it easy reading for those who feel intimidated jumping straight into the ninth book of a series. There’s some enthralling action and enough of a game-changer reveal, so to speak, towards the three-quarter mark that left me intrigued and curious enough about what Tyler might write about next.
*ARC by the publisher via Netgalley
Honestly, I’m a little indifferent to Zane/Alyssa’s lightning-fast relationship which felt a little lacklustre—having established the theory of ‘The One’ early on in the series by default sort of permits the author to justify some degree of instalove/lust—because the way the pairing is written doesn’t feel all too unique from the other pairs that came in Tyler’s previous books.
I was however, engrossed instead by the direction ‘Wolf Instinct’ took. What I didn’t expect was Tyler’s huge step into the paranormal with more creatures of the night joining the fray as the werewolf SWAT team gets more deeply embroiled in the whole hunter/werewolf fiasco, with some new and intriguing plot strands that do show some potential for future books. The ending left me nonplussed nonetheless, with a hurried and rather abrupt HFN that felt more inconclusive beyond the immediate acknowledgement that Alyssa was easily welcomed by the growing werewolf family in Dallas.
Still, as a standalone, ‘Wolf Instinct’ does work and the gift of Tyler’s writing is that she makes it easy reading for those who feel intimidated jumping straight into the ninth book of a series. There’s some enthralling action and enough of a game-changer reveal, so to speak, towards the three-quarter mark that left me intrigued and curious enough about what Tyler might write about next.
*ARC by the publisher via Netgalley
August 5, 2019
Absolutely Fantastic . I volunteered to read and review an advanced readers copy of Wolf Instinct through Net Gallery . I absolutely loved reading this story . I love wolves and add in sexy , take charge , law inforcement swat I'm happy as can be . This story is full of action and intrigue . Zane Kendrick is swat werewolf he is searching for his former boss who tried to kill him and is swat pack . The man fled to Los Angeles . Alyssa Carson is an FBI agent . She and a team investigates weird cases kinda a like the x-files . They meet at a bar where they both are doing surveillance little did they know their cases are connected . Zane and Alyssa agree to work together little does she know Zane's secret or that she's his mate . This is a real intention getter story . Absolutely wonderful characters . It is intense . An all out on the edge of your seat read . So many twists and turns . I couldn't put it down . I highly recommend taking the time to read this story .
December 9, 2019
Tyler is expanding her werewolf universe and it is awesome! Zane is in L.A. hunting for ex-police chief Curtis and finds so much more when he meets FBI agent Alyssa Carson. I
Very hot, with drama and intrigue.
Very hot, with drama and intrigue.
June 25, 2019
I believe that each SWAT book was meant to be a standalone, and Wolf Instinct was stand by itself alright. However, the story arc had started a couple book ago (if I’m not mistaken). So there were some background story to this story, which explained a bit in it. It would be more enjoyable if you’ve read previous ones, yet it didn’t hinder your understanding.
As other werewolves, Zane went through near death experience that activated his ‘were genes’. Sadly, he went through another debilitating injury as werewolf that made his left arm weak, which explain his ‘prove myself’ attitude. Thankfully, it still acceptable. Alyssa was FBI agent who had been dealing with crimes with unexplainable or strange circumstances around it. So when she’s faced with a real ‘strange’ man, she had more acceptable attitude.
As romance suspense book, I love that the romance and suspense part were balanced. Enough romance in a more one-to-one relationship development, and enough action to keep me at the edge of the seat. And there will be more to come from Paige Tyler on SWAT. Yes!
I was provided a complimentary copy by the author / publisher through NetGalley, but this in no way influenced my thoughts or opinions.
As other werewolves, Zane went through near death experience that activated his ‘were genes’. Sadly, he went through another debilitating injury as werewolf that made his left arm weak, which explain his ‘prove myself’ attitude. Thankfully, it still acceptable. Alyssa was FBI agent who had been dealing with crimes with unexplainable or strange circumstances around it. So when she’s faced with a real ‘strange’ man, she had more acceptable attitude.
As romance suspense book, I love that the romance and suspense part were balanced. Enough romance in a more one-to-one relationship development, and enough action to keep me at the edge of the seat. And there will be more to come from Paige Tyler on SWAT. Yes!
I was provided a complimentary copy by the author / publisher through NetGalley, but this in no way influenced my thoughts or opinions.
June 22, 2019
I haven't read that many Paige Tyler books and in the grene of paranormal romance I will have to admit this is an interesting series. The characters are well thought out they have back stories that create who they are today. The Author gives the readers a different look at how werewolf's are created and how not everyone can be one. The series has the insta love story that works because of the fact it is paranormal romance with action pack shoot outs, fights and strong background.
This can be read as a stand alone novel which makes the book easy summer read. The romance is hot, the battles and fights are perfectly written balancing out the story.
The moment when Zane and the other realize they are not alone in the oddly paranormal world. Alyssa is a great female character with her X-flies background. Readers will start to see how this series will change and develop as FBI/X-Flies office are not apart of their group.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher Sourcebooks Casablanca for the advance copy of Paige Tyler Wolf Instinct.
This can be read as a stand alone novel which makes the book easy summer read. The romance is hot, the battles and fights are perfectly written balancing out the story.
The moment when Zane and the other realize they are not alone in the oddly paranormal world. Alyssa is a great female character with her X-flies background. Readers will start to see how this series will change and develop as FBI/X-Flies office are not apart of their group.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher Sourcebooks Casablanca for the advance copy of Paige Tyler Wolf Instinct.
June 21, 2019
For those of you who follow the series, Zane Kendrick is the British SWAT member who lost most of his bicep to synthetic wolfsbane. He's finally on a mission, to hunt down the former Dallas chief of police who masterminded an attack on the SWAT werewolves. He, Rachel and Diego are in LA. In the course of their investigation they cross paths with Alyssa Carson, an FBI agent who specializes in investigating the supernatural, though Zane doesn't know that. Alyssa suspects that Zane isn't human, but she doesn't know he's a werewolf.
As soon as Zane meets Alyssa, he realizes she's The One for him. There's a bit of insta-love going on with both of them.
Zane and his team join forces to find the former chief of police and some missing girls, because the cases seem to be related. A surprise is in store for Zane, Alyssa, and readers of the series. I won't spoil it here or in my tags. Read the book to find out the story's twist!
As soon as Zane meets Alyssa, he realizes she's The One for him. There's a bit of insta-love going on with both of them.
Zane and his team join forces to find the former chief of police and some missing girls, because the cases seem to be related. A surprise is in store for Zane, Alyssa, and readers of the series. I won't spoil it here or in my tags. Read the book to find out the story's twist!
June 23, 2019
If you into Paranormal romance like I am. And enjoy those alpha males were shifters, then look no further. Paige Tyler next installment in her SWAT series, Wolf Instinct will leave you breathless. We are introduced to Zane Kendrick. If you follow this series, then Zane was the one shot up with those special bullets. Well, this is his story and he is royally pissed and wanting paybacks on the ones that are hunting his pack. Along the way, he meets FBI Alyssa Carson, an agent who is no stranger to the paranormal world.
This couple reminded me of Jennifer and Jonathan Hart, of the famous television series Hart to Hart. With all the exploits and drama that was to be found in that show.
Wolf Instinct, a totally fun and entertaining read. A book that you will find you can’t put down until the very last page. If you're not reading this series, and you're looking for an engrossing and diverting story to end your day. Then I highly recommend you start this series. You won't regret it...
This couple reminded me of Jennifer and Jonathan Hart, of the famous television series Hart to Hart. With all the exploits and drama that was to be found in that show.
Wolf Instinct, a totally fun and entertaining read. A book that you will find you can’t put down until the very last page. If you're not reading this series, and you're looking for an engrossing and diverting story to end your day. Then I highly recommend you start this series. You won't regret it...
June 24, 2019
Happy dance😀. I love both series by Paige Tyler and though. I am not caught up (I have them all) I could not pass up the opportunity to grab the Arc, Wolf Instinct was fresh, did not read as a ongoing plot in different stories. It was like finding a new author covering new ground with just enough pop of older drop ins from the pack to have the warm fuzzy of family. Alyssa was fantastic! Part of an covert FBI that is aware of supernatural, but not werewolves Strong, self aware women and Zane our hunky damaged werewolf. Our heroes become aware of more supernatural then themselves and as they stake out the bad guys Alyssa and Zane connect. Hot erotic love scenes, which if you don't enjoy (like me) skim over, but don't let that deter you. The plot is intriguing, suspenseful, sexy, family with an awesome HEA. Love the hint of things to come. Thank you Paige Tyler, Sourcebooks Casablanca and NetGalley for the Arc. All thoughts and opinions are my own and we're unsolicited
June 26, 2019
This one was just ok for me. I got tired of Zane thinking he was a monster, not really embracing his wolf, have a feeling that was part of why he didn't heal after being hurt so bad in the past. Alyssa was slightly more interesting, a human in the supernatural world, yet she didn't know anything. Funny how her perspective on different crimes she worked on changed when she had full knowledge. I actually found myself most interested in the twins and what was going on with them, their change, how they seemed to be seeking out an alpha, yet didn't realize it and how the alpha was looking for them. I hope we get to see more of them.
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