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The Hunt
For Maleigh, starting over at a new school after her family moves to Port Bell, Maine, presents more challenges than usual for the typical teenage girl. Deaf and reliant on sign language to communicate, she fears making friends will prove impossible.When she meets Gearden, an attractive but quiet rugby player, Maleigh experiences something at once exhilarating and she can hear his thoughts, and he can hear hers. As she attempts to cope with this strange phenomenon, Maleigh struggles to trust Gearden and her new friend Brianna, both of whom seem to harbor secrets.As Maleigh grows closer to her new friends, she learns that nothing is quite as it seems in Port Bell, and her own life might be at risk. Now she must decide who to trust before it’s too late while uncovering extraordinary truths about her new friends . . . and about herself.
163 pages, Paperback
First published September 25, 2019
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March 31, 2021
A nice spin on a YA shifter Novel. I really did like the heroine I usually have some complaint with YA heroines, but not this time. I will be continuing the series!
January 16, 2020
Lots of potential but...
Concept was good. Had and issue with MC being labeled as deaf though. She could hear some conversations but not others, whether or not the speaker was looking at her or not. She routinely spoke and was clearly understood. The various interpreters inserted themselves into conversations which should never be done. I also had an issue with the writing. In one sentence the MC was convinced her mate was disgusted with her but then it was a loving look. The writer wrote in both 1st and 3rd person in the same sentence. Overall, the premise was good but the execution was poor. I forced myself through the 1st third of the book then basically skipped to the end. I won't be reading the next book.
Concept was good. Had and issue with MC being labeled as deaf though. She could hear some conversations but not others, whether or not the speaker was looking at her or not. She routinely spoke and was clearly understood. The various interpreters inserted themselves into conversations which should never be done. I also had an issue with the writing. In one sentence the MC was convinced her mate was disgusted with her but then it was a loving look. The writer wrote in both 1st and 3rd person in the same sentence. Overall, the premise was good but the execution was poor. I forced myself through the 1st third of the book then basically skipped to the end. I won't be reading the next book.
May 17, 2021
Not my usual genre but my goodreads group was reading it so I went along. First I was struck by the wonderful names and their spellings. Something about Maleigh, Gearden, Brianna and the gang made me happy and I got sucked in as Maliegh learns that things aren't what they seem in Port Bell.
A satisfying take on the "starting over at a new school" trope that leads to discoveries that keep ones finger flicking along the Kindle.
--Anna Eriksson Bendewald
A satisfying take on the "starting over at a new school" trope that leads to discoveries that keep ones finger flicking along the Kindle.
--Anna Eriksson Bendewald
September 11, 2019
The Hunt is a fascinating story of family, Druids, Wolves and other mystical creatures. It’s well paced and intriguing, the author using ambiance brilliantly. What I liked the most, though, was that the main character’s disability, while important, was not the focus of who she was. No spoilers, but she is interesting on a lot of levels. Representation matters and showing “Maeleigh” as a whole person with family drama, the supernatural aspects of what she is and relationship issues made her a well developed, believable character that the author can for sure be proud of.
October 20, 2022
Listen
You can listen in many ways. The point is to hear what you are being told. Even those who are deaf can listen. This is a story about a girl who is deaf and stumbles into the paranormal world. The world of fae, wolf shifters and vampires. Can she survive or will her impaired hearing be her doom?
You can listen in many ways. The point is to hear what you are being told. Even those who are deaf can listen. This is a story about a girl who is deaf and stumbles into the paranormal world. The world of fae, wolf shifters and vampires. Can she survive or will her impaired hearing be her doom?
October 17, 2020
Pretty good
This was a pretty good first book to a series, It had a few twists and turns especially at the end. I cant wait to see what happens next.
This was a pretty good first book to a series, It had a few twists and turns especially at the end. I cant wait to see what happens next.
June 8, 2020
Good
Not your typical perfect heroine of a shifter story. Maeleigh is deaf but doesn't let it slow her down. She's in a new town and learning about herself and a mysterious new world hidden in plain sight
Not your typical perfect heroine of a shifter story. Maeleigh is deaf but doesn't let it slow her down. She's in a new town and learning about herself and a mysterious new world hidden in plain sight
April 21, 2020
Good start
Enjoyable story. However, it needs some editing, especially towards the end. I enjoyed that the main character had some different attributes.
Enjoyable story. However, it needs some editing, especially towards the end. I enjoyed that the main character had some different attributes.
October 5, 2022
love it
A unique take on the supernatural. Well written and the storyline was great. Would absolutely recommend and would love to read more like this!
A unique take on the supernatural. Well written and the storyline was great. Would absolutely recommend and would love to read more like this!
November 29, 2021
Wattpad nostalgia for Alpha mates made me grab this one and yep, I wasn't a sucker for The Hunt.
There was literally nothing happening during the first half of the book so by the time something remotely interesting came up, I was done. It was all sort of...mundane, I think?
Both MCs seem very awkward with each other but then they have this moment where she goes all gooey only to go back to being all awkward again.
The interpreters seemed like an unnecessary addition who popped up at random times like filler sentences. The FL seemed more than capable to understand others and have herself understood.
My 16 year old self would probably have enjoyed this a whole lot more than the present me ┐(´ー｀)┌
There was literally nothing happening during the first half of the book so by the time something remotely interesting came up, I was done. It was all sort of...mundane, I think?
Both MCs seem very awkward with each other but then they have this moment where she goes all gooey only to go back to being all awkward again.
The interpreters seemed like an unnecessary addition who popped up at random times like filler sentences. The FL seemed more than capable to understand others and have herself understood.
My 16 year old self would probably have enjoyed this a whole lot more than the present me ┐(´ー｀)┌
July 29, 2020
Good
Read about Meas struggle to thrive in a world she cannot hear. In her life she moves and comes face to face with her mate a werewolf. Follow as she traverses the world after learning what she is.
Read about Meas struggle to thrive in a world she cannot hear. In her life she moves and comes face to face with her mate a werewolf. Follow as she traverses the world after learning what she is.
September 3, 2020
There are so many factors that could have made this YA novel GREAT, from the major plot point that the heroine is deaf, to the mixing of races and a mysterious past. Instead, it is a rather mundane offering, that while still a decent read, doesn't quite rise to the level the ingredients allow for.
I enjoyed it, surely, but I was left a touch disgruntled and disappointed with the flow, the over use of the word 'contempt' and the general lack of pacing. That's not to say this isn't worth reading, because it is, I just feel that it could be better than it is - but maybe Book 2 will pick up that slack and present the type of story this foundation should inspire.
Perspective
First Person, Multiple POV
Ending Type
Cliffhanger
Rating
YA/NA
Romantic Dynamic
M/F
Character Age Range
17+
My Final Verdict on The Hunt
An interesting story with an average presentation, thought the tale may get more entertaining as the series moves on.
I enjoyed it, surely, but I was left a touch disgruntled and disappointed with the flow, the over use of the word 'contempt' and the general lack of pacing. That's not to say this isn't worth reading, because it is, I just feel that it could be better than it is - but maybe Book 2 will pick up that slack and present the type of story this foundation should inspire.
Perspective
First Person, Multiple POV
Ending Type
Cliffhanger
Rating
YA/NA
Romantic Dynamic
M/F
Character Age Range
17+
My Final Verdict on The Hunt
An interesting story with an average presentation, thought the tale may get more entertaining as the series moves on.
April 25, 2020
Sweet
YA at it's best. I don't really go for this type of book. I was impressed by the character development of more than just the hero and heroine. Good scene settings without too much description to distract from the main purpose of the action taking place. I was a bit disappointed that Maeleighs powers were never defined, just a blip towards the end. Did her mom and dad ever make up? More questions to be answered maybe in the next book. Not sure if I'm really into the series, but the story is a good one.
YA at it's best. I don't really go for this type of book. I was impressed by the character development of more than just the hero and heroine. Good scene settings without too much description to distract from the main purpose of the action taking place. I was a bit disappointed that Maeleighs powers were never defined, just a blip towards the end. Did her mom and dad ever make up? More questions to be answered maybe in the next book. Not sure if I'm really into the series, but the story is a good one.
March 28, 2023
This was definitely a different take on a werewolf story that I wasn't expecting. At first, you don't realize it but slowly all the puzzle pieces start sliding into place until you find out that they are wolves.
Maeleigh is your typical high school student that just wants to do good in school and make it through. Having moved from California to Maine, she's the new kid in school and being deaf means she might not make as many friends as she had in Cali. But thankfully on day one she fit in just fine with a group of students and all her worries eased away....or so she thought. Brianna and Geardon instantly saw Maeleigh and accepted her for who she was. With her by their side she will be protected and safe. Geardon couldn't explain it at first, but he felt a pull towards her and then he realized she was his mate. But Maeleigh isn't just a human, she's a druid. A half human & half fae almost. Someone with powers but still human and unfortunately Maeleigh didn't know she was one till all the pain associated with coming into your powers hit her all at once. Thankfully Geardon new what was happening and he took care of her and explained what was going on and showed her she wasn't alone. He even showed her that he and Brianna were wolves and they could shift.
The Hunt may start off a little slower than most novels, but if you push through you will see an amazing story behind it. Maeleigh is definitely a fighter and a strong FMC! She doesn't back down and after everything that has happened and all that she's learned, she embraces it!
Maeleigh is your typical high school student that just wants to do good in school and make it through. Having moved from California to Maine, she's the new kid in school and being deaf means she might not make as many friends as she had in Cali. But thankfully on day one she fit in just fine with a group of students and all her worries eased away....or so she thought. Brianna and Geardon instantly saw Maeleigh and accepted her for who she was. With her by their side she will be protected and safe. Geardon couldn't explain it at first, but he felt a pull towards her and then he realized she was his mate. But Maeleigh isn't just a human, she's a druid. A half human & half fae almost. Someone with powers but still human and unfortunately Maeleigh didn't know she was one till all the pain associated with coming into your powers hit her all at once. Thankfully Geardon new what was happening and he took care of her and explained what was going on and showed her she wasn't alone. He even showed her that he and Brianna were wolves and they could shift.
The Hunt may start off a little slower than most novels, but if you push through you will see an amazing story behind it. Maeleigh is definitely a fighter and a strong FMC! She doesn't back down and after everything that has happened and all that she's learned, she embraces it!
April 17, 2020
This book was interesting especially with all the different folklore but it felt like I was reading a rough draft, it just wasn’t completely put together. some parts had too much detail and other parts were vague and the whole thing somehow felt drawn out yet rushed like everything is kept a secret for no real reason other than to make the book longer. Also no real connection between any of the characters, it was like reading a conversation between strangers
March 24, 2021
The Hunt is the first book in a young adult paranormal romance series that includes druids and other supernatural creatures.
I listened to the audiobook which I enjoyed and am looking forward to the next book in this series.
I received a free copy of the audiobook but it in no way influenced my review.
I listened to the audiobook which I enjoyed and am looking forward to the next book in this series.
I received a free copy of the audiobook but it in no way influenced my review.
March 13, 2020
Different but good
I'm pleasantly surprised at how different this book is from other shifter books I've read. There are of course similarities but the difference make the story I think.
I'm pleasantly surprised at how different this book is from other shifter books I've read. There are of course similarities but the difference make the story I think.
June 10, 2020
100% recommend
I plowed through this book in a matter of hours with how well it kept me pulled in not wanting to wait to see what happens next.
I plowed through this book in a matter of hours with how well it kept me pulled in not wanting to wait to see what happens next.
July 10, 2020
Not Bad but Obvious
The beginning few chapters was a bit stilted in some places with a few point of view errors (switching from first pov to third in the same sentence) and the misspeling Hermione. Probably could have done without Derrick's pov esepcially since it didnt occur very much and made it very obvious where the story was going. The stilted feeling came from including Derrick and Brianna's povs which could have been left out to add to the mystery (derrick's) or relegated to Gearson or Maeleigh (brianna's). All in all not a bad storyline and Im glad I decided to finish it once I got past the beginning.
The beginning few chapters was a bit stilted in some places with a few point of view errors (switching from first pov to third in the same sentence) and the misspeling Hermione. Probably could have done without Derrick's pov esepcially since it didnt occur very much and made it very obvious where the story was going. The stilted feeling came from including Derrick and Brianna's povs which could have been left out to add to the mystery (derrick's) or relegated to Gearson or Maeleigh (brianna's). All in all not a bad storyline and Im glad I decided to finish it once I got past the beginning.
June 18, 2020
Great read/story. Needed some editing here and there, but not that much. It didn't take from the story at all. Nice build up and story line. Excited for the next read! On to the next! #HappyReading ♥
May 2, 2020
I love it
This book was amazing . I love twist and turn. It was great when thing would happen so different than what you expected.
This book was amazing . I love twist and turn. It was great when thing would happen so different than what you expected.
February 24, 2020
Fun read! Looking forward to the next one, which is beside me right now :)
I am not a fan of cliff hanger endings and this book does a good job of wrapping up the conflict and letting you know more is to come.
I am not a fan of cliff hanger endings and this book does a good job of wrapping up the conflict and letting you know more is to come.
February 25, 2020
Hunt
She a deaf high schooler who finds out she's special when she's claimed by the wolf pack in the area. Cliffhanger
She a deaf high schooler who finds out she's special when she's claimed by the wolf pack in the area. Cliffhanger
April 28, 2020
Cute story. I liked the story line but felt like this was not much of a romance. It was more for a young audience. The story got really good towards the end and I am looking forward to see what happens in book 2.
January 1, 2021
3.7
There were some typos. I did appreciate how the author added some actual deaf norms to the character unlike some books I read where they disregard what it means to be deaf.
There were some typos. I did appreciate how the author added some actual deaf norms to the character unlike some books I read where they disregard what it means to be deaf.
January 22, 2021
It was great. I really enjoyed it and cannot wait to start the next book
February 12, 2022
Unusual main character being deaf, a Druid and wolf !
Great story.... Definitely want to read more about the characters within this story and how each individual is affected by the Druids, wolves and vampires!
Great story.... Definitely want to read more about the characters within this story and how each individual is affected by the Druids, wolves and vampires!
August 14, 2020
I love this werewolf story. Unless I’m late with books this is the first one I have read from the teenage wolf’s POV and not the adults. Every time I read one it’s more adults and their problems within the pack and threats to the pack while just mentions the kids they have. This book focuses on the teenage wolf and their viewpoint of the problems within the pack and the threats to it while they deal with being a wolf and being a teenager. Maeleigh is a deaf teenager that just started a new high school after moving to a new town. She meets Gearden who is the son of the pack alpha and next in line for alpha. Even though Maeleigh is deaf she can hear Gearden in her head because unknowingly to her she’s his mate. I love this book. We have Druids, Wolves, and Vampires thus far with more to come with 2 remaining books in the series. Cant’ wait to see what happens next.
January 16, 2020
This book was a total surprise to me. I had the author reach out to me and ask that I give it a look. It was available on Kindle Unlimited, and I figured I would give it a look since I use KU pretty regularly.
The description mentioned a Deaf Woman, Wolves, and Magic… I was intrigued. But I didn't know how far I would get into it. Then I was stuck in the doctor's office for a long wait the other day and I gave it a go….
And I kept going, and I devoured it in about 3 days. I was in the middle of a few other books, but this one kept pulling me back in. I really cared about the Pack very quickly and I wanted to learn more.
Okay, I'm getting ahead of myself. Here's the set yo.
We meet Maeleigh, who has been home schooled up to this point. She was born deaf, and she is a bit nervous about starting a new school and trying to connect with new people.
Then she meets Gearden, and she can hear his voice in her head. What makes this happen? What does it mean about her, and him, for that matter. There is a pull towards him that can't be denied and it just might mean that her life is changing forever.
SO, this book was a blast from the past in a lot of ways. It reminded me of a lot of books from my middle school days. A little bit Twilight, a little bit Shiver. But there is just something MORE to it. It doesn't have the same level on angst going on and that made it smooth reading and I wasn't rolling my eyes or suffering from second-hand embarrassment every five seconds.
When the idea of Mates was introduced I was very excited. I actually love that troupe, and I really like how it was explored, even though I know there will be more to it in the next book, I was invested right away.
This book also introduced me to the idea of Druids and it seems that the Druids and Wolves are pretty interconnected, I look forward to knowing more about that.
Anyway, this review is a bit all over but I am still reeling from everything I experienced and the cliffhanger. I have very charitable feelings towards this story and I can't wait to know the characters better. I loved Brianna and Robin. Liam and his wife. We get a lot of perspectives thrown in and I locked not being locked into only Maeleigh's POV.
The romance is a slow burn, even though we find out about mates pretty early on, they are taking things pretty slowly and in a very sweet way. This was very exciting and full of twists and turns.
I will give this 4.25 Stars for a very healthy start and if the rest of the series is pulled off well, I will feel even stronger about it.
The description mentioned a Deaf Woman, Wolves, and Magic… I was intrigued. But I didn't know how far I would get into it. Then I was stuck in the doctor's office for a long wait the other day and I gave it a go….
And I kept going, and I devoured it in about 3 days. I was in the middle of a few other books, but this one kept pulling me back in. I really cared about the Pack very quickly and I wanted to learn more.
Okay, I'm getting ahead of myself. Here's the set yo.
We meet Maeleigh, who has been home schooled up to this point. She was born deaf, and she is a bit nervous about starting a new school and trying to connect with new people.
Then she meets Gearden, and she can hear his voice in her head. What makes this happen? What does it mean about her, and him, for that matter. There is a pull towards him that can't be denied and it just might mean that her life is changing forever.
SO, this book was a blast from the past in a lot of ways. It reminded me of a lot of books from my middle school days. A little bit Twilight, a little bit Shiver. But there is just something MORE to it. It doesn't have the same level on angst going on and that made it smooth reading and I wasn't rolling my eyes or suffering from second-hand embarrassment every five seconds.
When the idea of Mates was introduced I was very excited. I actually love that troupe, and I really like how it was explored, even though I know there will be more to it in the next book, I was invested right away.
This book also introduced me to the idea of Druids and it seems that the Druids and Wolves are pretty interconnected, I look forward to knowing more about that.
Anyway, this review is a bit all over but I am still reeling from everything I experienced and the cliffhanger. I have very charitable feelings towards this story and I can't wait to know the characters better. I loved Brianna and Robin. Liam and his wife. We get a lot of perspectives thrown in and I locked not being locked into only Maeleigh's POV.
The romance is a slow burn, even though we find out about mates pretty early on, they are taking things pretty slowly and in a very sweet way. This was very exciting and full of twists and turns.
I will give this 4.25 Stars for a very healthy start and if the rest of the series is pulled off well, I will feel even stronger about it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 8, 2022
I enjoyed reading this book and I am planning on continuing the series. However, after finishing the first book, I was left somewhat disappointed by a few things. One of those things was whenever I felt like the story was starting to pick up and get moving, and that I as the reader and Maeleigh the main character were beginning to learn and get a deeper understanding of this world we'd get pushed back. Alot of the information learned was given in tiny clips and we'd be left with more questions that would go unanswered. Fine it's a series and I know that the author has to hold back. Fine cool. I might not like it and be left wanting more but hey books are a journey, so I'll keep on trotting down this road to see where it leads. The second thing that got on my nerves the most was when information would be dropped repeatedly, and everyone would act surprised or shocked about it the second time acting as though they didn't already know. That happened twice when Maeleigh found out something about another character in the book and acted like she didn't already know it when in fact we had already discovered it. There was another instance when this happened that excluded the main character so when it was revealed a second time to her, I understood why she was surprised but the characters who were present the first the information was dropped shouldn't have been.
The third thing might have been an accident or typo or something along those lines, but the lead male character was called by the wrong name twice. Not sure what that was about but easily overlooked since both times were spaced far enough apart, though I was left scratching my head wondering who Grayson was when his name is Gearden.
Again, not sure what the reason behind that mistake was but since it was only twice it didn't bother me much. Even with all that being said I did still enjoy it I just wished that we were given more of an introduction in this world and was given time to know more about it and these characters.
I enjoyed Brianna and Gearden's relationship, I think they were the most established relationship in this book so far, since the author did a really good job showing us how close they are as best friends. I also think she did a really good job giving us a feel of how the pack functions and look forward to seeing more of it in the next book. I can't recall if there was any language so I won't comment on it since I can't remember if it did or not. I will say it couldn't have been more than a small word or two since I am not a fan of language and hate it when authors use it excessively. The romance was strictly PG nothing really happened beyond a few kisses here and there but all in all it was a good portrayal of first love while also adding a dash of complicated to it.
As I said earlier, I will continue reading the series and look forward to hopefully learning more about this world and the characters who exist in it.
The third thing might have been an accident or typo or something along those lines, but the lead male character was called by the wrong name twice. Not sure what that was about but easily overlooked since both times were spaced far enough apart, though I was left scratching my head wondering who Grayson was when his name is Gearden.
Again, not sure what the reason behind that mistake was but since it was only twice it didn't bother me much. Even with all that being said I did still enjoy it I just wished that we were given more of an introduction in this world and was given time to know more about it and these characters.
I enjoyed Brianna and Gearden's relationship, I think they were the most established relationship in this book so far, since the author did a really good job showing us how close they are as best friends. I also think she did a really good job giving us a feel of how the pack functions and look forward to seeing more of it in the next book. I can't recall if there was any language so I won't comment on it since I can't remember if it did or not. I will say it couldn't have been more than a small word or two since I am not a fan of language and hate it when authors use it excessively. The romance was strictly PG nothing really happened beyond a few kisses here and there but all in all it was a good portrayal of first love while also adding a dash of complicated to it.
As I said earlier, I will continue reading the series and look forward to hopefully learning more about this world and the characters who exist in it.
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