What a Wolf Dreams

Lux Catena #0.5

by Amy Pennza

A Lux Catena Paranormal Romance Series Short Story

Lizette Butler is having a bad day. Worse? It's her birthday. Her twenty-first, to be exact. Even if she had loved ones to celebrate with, she's in no mood for parties or cake. Driving home from the bars with a killer headache, the only thing she wants to do is climb into bed and sleep.

So when her pack Alpha shows up in her living room unannounced and most definitely uninvited, it's one birthday surprise she can live without.

Maxime Simard isn't really one for surprises. He knows Lizette doesn't want him interfering in her life. He did enough of that two years ago, when he made a devastating mistake that left them both reeling.

Still, it's her birthday. And she's still part of his pack. In fact, it's time for her to remember that the distance between them is temporary. Two years ago, he agreed to give her space — to let her attend school and experience a little taste of freedom.

But that agreement? It's got an expiration date.

Genres: Romance, Shapeshifters, Paranormal, Amazon, Werewolves, Paranormal Romance, Contemporary

64 pages, ebook

Published July 18, 2019

About the author

Amy Pennza is a USA Today Bestselling Author of steamy fantasy romance. After becoming a lawyer because everyone insisted writing wasn’t a “real job,” she stubbornly wrote anyway—and is delighted to have proved them wrong. She’s grateful to spend her days crafting dirty, swoony books about magic, swords, and unforgettable characters. She lives in the Great Lakes region with her husband and five children.

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Reviews

[Somia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lizette Butler is having a bad day. It's her 21st birthday. Her twenty-first, to be exact - she's got a splitting headache and to make matters worse her Alpha -Maxime Simard has shown up, unannounced. Maxime knows Lizette doesn't want him interfering in her life., especially given what happened two years ago, but what the distance he promised her was only ever to be temporary and his patience at keeping away is starting to fray.

A freebie on my kindle, I didn't realise until I looked on Goodreads that I've read the book this prequel links to. This does end in a cliff-hanger. Part of me feels this little separate novella wasn't necessary (I skimmed the first few chapters of the book it is linked to - luckily it was a freebie so no issues but it would be ridiculous if it cost something.

Overall I have to say, if I hadn't read book one, and I was going on this little novella I would have gone to get Book 1 via KU.

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[Shayay · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a short intro into this series; it’s a prequel for Lizette and Max’s story, which we get the full story in What a Wolf Desires.

Lizette and Max are wolf shifters; he’s her alpha and a little bit older than her. There’s an attraction between them, but there’s also things standing between them; an incident occurs that isn’t fully clear to Lizette. Lizette thinks Max sent her away for 5 years because he doesn’t like her, but there’s more to it than she’s willing to admit; Lizette does need this separation to mature. This short read gives you a look into why Lizette and Max are at odds. A good lead into their full book! This seems like it’ll be an entertaining, unique wolf shifter romance!

[Ashleigh]

The chemistry between the main characters is out of this freaking world!

I felt that the author had the ability to convey some depth to the personalities of the characters bringing life and likability to every person.
The writing draws you in and keeps you interested until the end.

I received a copy of this book. This review was posted voluntarily.

[Lane · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short read that introduces us to Lizette and Maxime. Lizette thinks she's done with pack life until her alpha, Maxime shows up demanding otherwise. They've got issues that must be sorted and a big elephant in the room that must be addressed. This was intriguing towards the end. There was a lot of power dynamics in the story that may be setting up for other booms in the series.

[Sharon Ryder Roberts · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wish this was a full novel instead of a short with a cliff hanger.. Liked the plot and love interest so far but can not comment more about it...This is just a taste which normally is put at the end of a full novel. If it was a full novel i would no doubt give it 5*.

[Lenna Wright · Rating 4 out of 5]

A lead up to their full story

[Pamela · Rating 5 out of 5]

After sampling the upcoming story through this prequel, I was sold and had to read more of Max and Lizette's story. Great introduction to an amazing tale!!!!!

[Demetra · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice introduction to the series. The best amount of information to tease you and make you read the next book asap!

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an interesting introduction to the series. It definitely leaves you hanging and intrigued for what happens next!

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not the complete story. Looks like it could be interesting but I do get annoyed when there is only half a story.

[Shawn Pinzon · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Wolf's Dreams

What a Wolf Dreams is an interesting, short story. I'm curious to see what happens next with Lizette and Max. Amy Pennza is a new author to me.

[M Robinson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a bad teaser to the series.

[B. Forrester · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story although the author forgetting her character was doing a law degree and then later saying it is a psychology degree irked me.

[julissa.books · Rating 2 out of 5]

FMM wolves

[Kathryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a short introduction to Lizette and Maxime. I like that not only does it give you an insight of their current relationship, but how it got there. I just wish the past and present were differentiated more, as it can become a bit confusing on what is the present and what is a flashback. This is just enough to make you intrigued and want more.

I received a complimentary copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an unbiased, honest review.

[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the 4th book I've read written by Amy Pennza; she has done a great job at writing a good short story; I can’t wait to read more of her books.

The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.

I loved the chemistry between the characters.

I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.

[Scarolet Ellis · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a Wolf Dreams by Amy Pennza is an amazing story that I have fallen in love with. This is an amazing prequel to this series and I am so in love with it. I can not get enough of this author cause I love reading about shifters and paranormal romance. I highly recommend this story to everyone who loves reading about shifters and paranormal romance in thier stories.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Nadia Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was disappointed at how short What a Wolf Dreams by Amy Pennza was but it is an introduction to the Lux Catena Series. I enjoyed reading this book and looking forward to reading What a Wolf Desires to finish the story of Max and Lizette.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Cherie Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A nice introduction to the pack. Having already read What A Wolf Desires it was nice to see more of Max and his mate, Lizette. I look forward to her cousins story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[BusyM3 · Rating 4 out of 5]

An entertaining read. This intro to this series. It is fast paced and it will keep you interested till the end. I look forward to more from this author and series.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jamie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a wonderful snack getting you ready for the main books. The prequel gives just enough to show the overwhelming chemistry the protagonists have.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

A short quick story to read it is the A Lux Catena Series Prequel having read this I now want to read the story it leads up to. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a prequel to "What a Wolf Desires" but it's a nice beginning and look into the pack. It's the beginning of Max and Lizette’s story. It's a very quick and short story. Having read on to find out the rest of Max and Lizette's story.

[Kathy L. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This prequel gives you the perfect taste of the story and leaves you craving more... Cannot wait to get my hands on the first book!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[BookLover1990]

I loved this short story. It felt longer and was well written. It is full of loveable characters and the plot is fantastic.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jennifer Holzapfel · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a teaser introduction to the next in series. It is very short and a quick break time read. It does have sexual situations, so don't let anyone read over your shoulder.

[Sabs ✨️ · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75/5 ⭐️