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A Tale of the Sazi #4
Howling Moon
He's a wolf… She's a jaguar…
Raphael is a former agent of the shape shifter secret police, forced into retirement after a very public scandal. Now he's assigned to help the victim of a hideous crime -- a woman who has been attacked by a serial killer, and accidentally turned into a were-jaguar.
Worse yet, Catherine turns out to be Raphael's fated mate. But the serial killer is still on her trail, and perhaps even worse, Raphael's pack wants her dead.
Caught between destiny and duty…
Raphael must make his choice -- and, in doing so, perhaps lose his pack -- in this tale of obsession, revenge, lust, pack politics, and true love.
Raphael is a former agent of the shape shifter secret police, forced into retirement after a very public scandal. Now he's assigned to help the victim of a hideous crime -- a woman who has been attacked by a serial killer, and accidentally turned into a were-jaguar.
Worse yet, Catherine turns out to be Raphael's fated mate. But the serial killer is still on her trail, and perhaps even worse, Raphael's pack wants her dead.
Caught between destiny and duty…
Raphael must make his choice -- and, in doing so, perhaps lose his pack -- in this tale of obsession, revenge, lust, pack politics, and true love.
384 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 15, 2007
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About the author
C.T. Adams
34 books305 followersAlso known as Cat Adams, a dual-partnership writing team with Cathy Clamp.
She spent seventeen years in the Denver metro area and now resides in Texas with a large dog and pet cats. Office work provided a living while she pursued the goal of becoming a novelist. Forming the partnership with Cathy Clamp was the catalyst that led to publication and the two have enjoyed a long and fruitful collaboration, with two series published within the Tor Paranormal Romance line: The Sazi, and the Kate Reilly/Thrall books. In addition they have authored stand-alone novels and participated in several anthologies. Working both as a team with Cathy and individually, Cie plans to be involved in writing novels for years to come.
She spent seventeen years in the Denver metro area and now resides in Texas with a large dog and pet cats. Office work provided a living while she pursued the goal of becoming a novelist. Forming the partnership with Cathy Clamp was the catalyst that led to publication and the two have enjoyed a long and fruitful collaboration, with two series published within the Tor Paranormal Romance line: The Sazi, and the Kate Reilly/Thrall books. In addition they have authored stand-alone novels and participated in several anthologies. Working both as a team with Cathy and individually, Cie plans to be involved in writing novels for years to come.
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September 22, 2008
Not as exciting as the previous Sazi book I read, Moon's Fury. I think one of the downfalls of having 2 authors collaborate on a story like this is that it can make the prose very jumpy. There were several parts I had to go back to reread because the style changed in the middle and I lost my train of thought.
The other problem I had with this book was that it seemed like it might have gotten rushed to publishing because there seemed to be a few plot holes and the grammar and spelling mistakes were frequent enough to be distracting.
As to the story, the main characters were awfully bland. The serial killer they were trying to stop was marginally more intriguing. But I could think of several solutions to the main "problem" of the story, particularly for a society which was so self-involved and willing to kill each other. Moon's Fury was definitely better.
The other problem I had with this book was that it seemed like it might have gotten rushed to publishing because there seemed to be a few plot holes and the grammar and spelling mistakes were frequent enough to be distracting.
As to the story, the main characters were awfully bland. The serial killer they were trying to stop was marginally more intriguing. But I could think of several solutions to the main "problem" of the story, particularly for a society which was so self-involved and willing to kill each other. Moon's Fury was definitely better.
March 7, 2010
The book is both good and not so much. I think that some of the problems are that it´s written by two authors. Sometimes the language changes between chapters and even I (who is not primary an English speaker) found spelling errors so I think the editor should have read it one more time before it went on market.
But apart from that I really like the series about the Sazi. I like the thought trough world building. That e g when you are a wolf you run in packs and have obligations to the pack and it´s hierarchy. In other weres you can see the animal characteristica, bears are big and very strong, cats need their freedom e t c. It´s a bit square and predicable in the way it´s applied to the human side but I buy it. No problem.
But apart from that I really like the series about the Sazi. I like the thought trough world building. That e g when you are a wolf you run in packs and have obligations to the pack and it´s hierarchy. In other weres you can see the animal characteristica, bears are big and very strong, cats need their freedom e t c. It´s a bit square and predicable in the way it´s applied to the human side but I buy it. No problem.
July 15, 2017
Hated this book. Raphael is a slut and his sexual addiction to cats is the cause of much death and suffering in the Sazi world. Catherine is a spoiled elitist blonde. I agreed with the pack. I wanted her GONE. It was worth reading once for the other characters, but it will never be on my reread list.
May 21, 2007
The first half was kind of interesting, although the plot made no sense. I kept reading, but it made less and less sense as I went. Felt like an unfinished book that was tossed out to make a quick buck.
May 20, 2017
My least favorite of this series, with a creepy telepathic serial killer focused on the heroine and so many betrayals that it became ridiculous. The mate bond became ugly and confusing in this book with one sided matings and mating with multiple people causing jealousy, insanity, and murder.
While I was happy that the MCs were loyal to each other, this story was miserable.
Adult content, typos
While I was happy that the MCs were loyal to each other, this story was miserable.
Adult content, typos
November 17, 2018
I just freaking love this series. So very different from most shifter romances. It also has the coolest way of explaining emotional scents. Cat and Raphael were lovely. Though I find the one sided matings interesting. Not sure if I love it or hate it. Been too many years since I've read this.
September 30, 2019
I love all he sazi books. They can each be read alone but they are better if you read them in order. It helps you understand the overall story arch.
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December 23, 2020
Sorry to say this is not my "cup of tea' type book. I am sure lots of folks will enjoy it but not me. That being said I will take Harry Potter any day.
July 24, 2021
I actually really enjoyed this one. There was very little romance in it which I'm more than ok with, and the story was intriguing.
October 20, 2023
Book 4 of 8 in the Sazi Series, featuring Raphael & Catherine. Again, intrigue and HOT romance run rampant. Another great book! Keep going!
May 29, 2024
Awesome
January 1, 2015
Howling Moon is book 4 of the Sazi series about shapeshifters living hidden in plain sight amongst humans in the everyday world. I read the first book of the series, then picked up this one, thinking it was the 2nd book, realizing later it was the 4th book in the series, however, each book follows different characters within the world of the Sazi so it was easy enough to follow.
This story follows a woman who was attacked by a jaguar (a serial killer shapeshifter) and is destined to become a jaguar herself. This causes the Sazi to step in to help her adjust to the changes that will occur. She is being trained by a wolf who she is sexually attracted to, and the feeling is mutual. Meanwhile, the rest of the wolf pack wants no part of a "cat" being in their pack territory. Plus, they have to deal with the continued threat of the serial killer jaguar coming back to finish the job.
Howling Moon was a well-written and exciting read that held my interest immensely. The only flaw I found was that the editing seemed lax and there were a lot of mistakes in the editing process. But it didn't distract from the book too much.
I'll definitely keep reading this series.
This story follows a woman who was attacked by a jaguar (a serial killer shapeshifter) and is destined to become a jaguar herself. This causes the Sazi to step in to help her adjust to the changes that will occur. She is being trained by a wolf who she is sexually attracted to, and the feeling is mutual. Meanwhile, the rest of the wolf pack wants no part of a "cat" being in their pack territory. Plus, they have to deal with the continued threat of the serial killer jaguar coming back to finish the job.
Howling Moon was a well-written and exciting read that held my interest immensely. The only flaw I found was that the editing seemed lax and there were a lot of mistakes in the editing process. But it didn't distract from the book too much.
I'll definitely keep reading this series.
January 28, 2016
I was disappointed. This installment was confusing how it took place before and during one of the earlier books. AND I had just read all the previous books! But regardless of that, there was so much jumping around. Even that's not really an apt description, it was like the authors had ADD. Subjects didn't flow together, like the two authors sometimes weren't even communicating about the characters and their frame of mind. What are editors for if not to help iron out stuff like this. It was an enjoyable story and I can't be the only person who thought it could use some refinement.
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September 1, 2012Okay I liked it but if felt seperate from the events though some of it is, as per the note to the reader page, made sense in the time line. I felt though that alot of the things said werent thuroghly described and I kept wondering what this meant, or how something was possiblebecause it want desribed in the previous books. I could follow most of the plot and it had really good parts like the ending.
May 26, 2014
Raphael is tasked with helping Cat through her transition so that she survives after she's attacked by the serial killer Sazi Jack. She not only has to adjust to her 'changes' but has to fight off the prejudices and grudges of the wolf pack because she is not wolf.
Raphael is wolf shifter, Cat is jaguar, also appearances of snake, bear, owl and other raptor shifters
Raphael is wolf shifter, Cat is jaguar, also appearances of snake, bear, owl and other raptor shifters
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March 24, 2015
This book had a bit more intrigue than previous books. While not as good as the first in the series it was better than the last one. Unfortunately there were some gaps in the story. At times I had to flip back a page thinking that I had missed something. Several things went unexplained. I will not give any spoilers, but it was a problem.
3.5 stars.
3.5 stars.
March 27, 2008
Another Sazi novel, this one mostly focuses on wolf packs and how they interact with non-shifter family members. It also reveals some pack politics and how packs are controlled or protected. Great story and great characters!
January 25, 2014
I enjoyed Catherine and Raphael and their story. It was a nice shape shifter book, then end was a little sad but happy. I liked the action and how Raphael fell for her and new he shouldn't and then all his feelings erupted into something more!
April 4, 2014
I like these authors. The writing style makes sense to me and I am willing to go along for the ride. The story was necessary to clear up several elements in the storyline for the series and I was satisfied with the progress.
June 22, 2025
good kinda hard to follow at times, not flow ready, but still loved the characters. characters violet wildthorn (aunt), ned thornton and wife, daughter catherine turner (h Raphael ramired) exwife star daughter raven, lucas santigo and tatina, robert m bute wife asui kho and son
August 16, 2021
for some reason, can't find my PB copy; so I bought for NOOK!
September 4, 2010
I loved it! So far I have loved every one of the Sazi tales. This one was really fantastic. I just could not put it down. I can't wait to read more of the Sazi tales!
September 29, 2010
Not a winner. I stuck it out, thinking it had to get better. The writing just feels very cold and detached from the characters.
April 1, 2011
Awful!
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July 28, 2011same, more of.
October 13, 2012
I really liked this book, the series is not bad for shape-shifters. The characters are not limited to just their own species, that's a nice twist.
August 13, 2018
Loved it.
January 27, 2020
Great book overall. Full of bullies and assholes for the main characters to contend with, and they do it beautifully.
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