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Wolves Ever After #2
Red Wolf Hunting
This Red is no babe in the woods. He’s a wolf on a mission and no huntress will stand in his way.In the wrong hands, the Golden Shield could devastate his pack and wolf-shifter Rory will use any means necessary to find the ancient magic relic. Even consult with a fortuneteller who's gift relies more on sleight-of-hand than any kind of clairvoyance.But it's her niece Aileen, the captivating local hunter, who offers to guide him to the treasure he seeks.And it's Aileen who betrays him for it.The Golden Shield belonged to Aileen's family, once. Until it was stolen by a greedy nobleman. Now, Rory's unexpected appearance offers the perfect opportunity to reclaim the legacy that's rightfully hers.When her betrayal leads Rory into a trap, however, Aileen can't leave him behind.But will rescuing him leave both their families at the mercy of a big, bad enemy?If you're looking for a clean fairy tale fantasy romance featuring wolf-shifters, strong women, adventure, magic and happily-ever-after, don't miss the entire Wolves Ever After series of re-imagined fairy tales.
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 21, 2020
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Amberlyn Holland
31 books63 followersAmberlyn grew up reading her older sister’s SFF collection and her mother’s category romances so it’s only natural her storytelling leans toward fantasy and paranormal romance.
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August 4, 2023
Content:
Language: Mild. There were one or two mild swear words.
Violence: Mild. A lot of magical peril, some non-bloody injuries.
Sexual: Mild. Clean romance, kissing, hugs but nothing steamy.
This is the second book in the werewolf series, featuring Rory the redhead (coincidence on the name? I think not) and Aileen, a huntress. It's a loose retelling of Little Red Riding Hood with gender reversal.
Once again, Rory and Aileen are inexplicably attracted to each other immediately upon seeing each other. The romance is instantaneous, with a not at all interesting tension device of teaming up to get the same object for which they want for different reasons. Betrayal is inevitable type plot that I found shaky at best. The set up for it wasn't believable, there were plenty of ways they could both get what they wanted without having the forced existential crisis of "oh no, but I love him/her, but I need to protect my family so I guess I'll have to choose" thing. I thought of three separate (very obvious) solutions to it while reading. It was boring.
And Rory's main character trait was red hair and family loyalty. I honestly didn't get that he had any sort of unique personality at all besides being generally likable and the everyman type. Aileen was the same. We were told that she's this great huntress, she sacrificed her dreams for her family, and yet I had little view into who she actually was personality-wise.
Guess that means they suit each other after all?
It was a lackluster read. Even more so than the first book.
Language: Mild. There were one or two mild swear words.
Violence: Mild. A lot of magical peril, some non-bloody injuries.
Sexual: Mild. Clean romance, kissing, hugs but nothing steamy.
This is the second book in the werewolf series, featuring Rory the redhead (coincidence on the name? I think not) and Aileen, a huntress. It's a loose retelling of Little Red Riding Hood with gender reversal.
Once again, Rory and Aileen are inexplicably attracted to each other immediately upon seeing each other. The romance is instantaneous, with a not at all interesting tension device of teaming up to get the same object for which they want for different reasons. Betrayal is inevitable type plot that I found shaky at best. The set up for it wasn't believable, there were plenty of ways they could both get what they wanted without having the forced existential crisis of "oh no, but I love him/her, but I need to protect my family so I guess I'll have to choose" thing. I thought of three separate (very obvious) solutions to it while reading. It was boring.
And Rory's main character trait was red hair and family loyalty. I honestly didn't get that he had any sort of unique personality at all besides being generally likable and the everyman type. Aileen was the same. We were told that she's this great huntress, she sacrificed her dreams for her family, and yet I had little view into who she actually was personality-wise.
Guess that means they suit each other after all?
It was a lackluster read. Even more so than the first book.
March 23, 2023
Not as good
As the first
Relied too much on this other series' story to fill in background.
Missing words. Typos. Really bad grammar. Wrong words chosen and used.
"Picked up his forked and" forked what? Nothing. She meant his fork.
Very choppy writing. And reading. Led to me putting the book down at 34% & 63%, but by that point, I was more than halfway through. Then again 75% and 88%, but I was nearly. At the end. (Yes, that's how the author wrote.)
The "romance" is definitely forced. It would have been better if the book were longer to develop the relationship or if the author didn't harp on the distrust and betrayal between the two main characters.
Also - the "betrayal"? Seriously? These two strangers were "thrust together" and suddenly expected to trust each other? Why didn't the author harp on the "betrayal" of Rory's secret? In fact, why did Rory reveal himself the way he did?
There were far too many plot holes, several glossed over or completely ignored. There's a "surprise character" in one scene/chapter, and I'm sure he's going to make a come back in future books/a future book, but they completely ignored this random who knew far too much because it was safer for them to return home? So not only do they ignore him, they then proceed to completely forget him or the danger he represents.
1 star. But I'll leave it at 2 because I did read to the end.
As the first
Relied too much on this other series' story to fill in background.
Missing words. Typos. Really bad grammar. Wrong words chosen and used.
"Picked up his forked and" forked what? Nothing. She meant his fork.
Very choppy writing. And reading. Led to me putting the book down at 34% & 63%, but by that point, I was more than halfway through. Then again 75% and 88%, but I was nearly. At the end. (Yes, that's how the author wrote.)
The "romance" is definitely forced. It would have been better if the book were longer to develop the relationship or if the author didn't harp on the distrust and betrayal between the two main characters.
Also - the "betrayal"? Seriously? These two strangers were "thrust together" and suddenly expected to trust each other? Why didn't the author harp on the "betrayal" of Rory's secret? In fact, why did Rory reveal himself the way he did?
There were far too many plot holes, several glossed over or completely ignored. There's a "surprise character" in one scene/chapter, and I'm sure he's going to make a come back in future books/a future book, but they completely ignored this random who knew far too much because it was safer for them to return home? So not only do they ignore him, they then proceed to completely forget him or the danger he represents.
1 star. But I'll leave it at 2 because I did read to the end.
March 28, 2020
This Red is no babe in the woods. He's a wolf on a mission and no huntress will stand in his way.
In the wrong hands, the Golden Shield could devastate his pack. Wolf-shifter Rory will use any means necessary to find the ancient magic relic. Even consult with a fortuneteller who's gift relies more on sleight-of-hand than any kind of clairvoyance.
But it's her niece Aileen, the captivating local hunter, who offers to guide him to the treasure he seeks.
And it's Aileen who betrays him for it.
The Golden Shield belonged to Aileen's family, once. Before it was stolen by a greedy nobleman. Now, Rory's unexpected appearance offered the perfect opportunity to reclaim the legacy that was rightfully hers.
When her deceit leads Rory into a trap, however, Aileen can't leave him behind.
But will rescuing him leave both their families at the mercy of a big bad enemy hellbent on harnessing the power of the Shield?
This is a brilliant read.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable.
Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story.
Can't wait to read more of these.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
In the wrong hands, the Golden Shield could devastate his pack. Wolf-shifter Rory will use any means necessary to find the ancient magic relic. Even consult with a fortuneteller who's gift relies more on sleight-of-hand than any kind of clairvoyance.
But it's her niece Aileen, the captivating local hunter, who offers to guide him to the treasure he seeks.
And it's Aileen who betrays him for it.
The Golden Shield belonged to Aileen's family, once. Before it was stolen by a greedy nobleman. Now, Rory's unexpected appearance offered the perfect opportunity to reclaim the legacy that was rightfully hers.
When her deceit leads Rory into a trap, however, Aileen can't leave him behind.
But will rescuing him leave both their families at the mercy of a big bad enemy hellbent on harnessing the power of the Shield?
This is a brilliant read.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believeable.
Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story.
Can't wait to read more of these.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
July 12, 2023
RED WOLF HUNTING is the second book in the Wolves Ever After series. You don't need to have read book one, although the characters are mentioned in passing.
Aileen is prepared to partner with Rory in search of the Golden Shield. Rory wants to destroy it as it could control him and the rest of his wolf-kin. Aileen wants to protect it and hide it from sight, as it is a family relic. Together, they need to retrieve it from those who stole it.
Aileen and Rory didn't quite grab me as much as Sterling and Myra did in Book One, but I still enjoyed their story. What I've found with Amberlyn Holland books is that the story revolves around the main characters getting to know each other - usually through trying times - and leading up to their relationship together, not the relationship itself.
It is Aileen's sister and Rory's partner next up so who knows where their story will take us?
An enjoyable addition to the series and recommended by me.
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* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
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Jul 12, 2023
Aileen is prepared to partner with Rory in search of the Golden Shield. Rory wants to destroy it as it could control him and the rest of his wolf-kin. Aileen wants to protect it and hide it from sight, as it is a family relic. Together, they need to retrieve it from those who stole it.
Aileen and Rory didn't quite grab me as much as Sterling and Myra did in Book One, but I still enjoyed their story. What I've found with Amberlyn Holland books is that the story revolves around the main characters getting to know each other - usually through trying times - and leading up to their relationship together, not the relationship itself.
It is Aileen's sister and Rory's partner next up so who knows where their story will take us?
An enjoyable addition to the series and recommended by me.
** same worded review will appear elsewhere **
* A copy of this book was provided to me with no requirements for a review. I voluntarily read this book; the comments here are my honest opinion. *
Merissa
Archaeolibrarian - I Dig Good Books!
Jul 12, 2023
March 18, 2020
Ancient relics. A prophecy. Jaguar shifters and wolf shifters. Rory and his pack mate are on a quest to find a magical artifact and destroy it so it doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. He is looking for a seer he met years ago who might be able to point him in the right direction. When he finds her, she doesn’t have the magical ball anymore but he recognizes her. She tells him she can’t help him but she realizes he is after the same thing she and her two nieces are, their family legacy that was stolen from them. One niece is in the camp of the enemy looking for a way to get it back, but her other niece Aileen decides to act like she will help Rory, but instead turn him in the wrong direction so he can’t endanger her sister. But they have a common enemy and until they decide to be truthful and work together the enemy will win. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review
May 22, 2023
“ If you're looking for a clean fairy tale fantasy romance featuring wolf-shifters, strong women, adventure, magic and happily-ever-after, don't miss the entire Wolves Ever After series of re-imagined fairy tales.“
So this is book two which I was more then happy to dive into after reading book one and this time we follow Aileen a wolf hunter and Rory a wolf shifter as they look together to find the Golden shield, both with different intentions! It’s action packed, exciting and thrilling as their journey is tense and their chemistry undeniable and the story unfolds. Magical, suspenseful and full of twists and turns, it’s a fantastic addition to a fantastic series and I can’t wait to read book three.
So this is book two which I was more then happy to dive into after reading book one and this time we follow Aileen a wolf hunter and Rory a wolf shifter as they look together to find the Golden shield, both with different intentions! It’s action packed, exciting and thrilling as their journey is tense and their chemistry undeniable and the story unfolds. Magical, suspenseful and full of twists and turns, it’s a fantastic addition to a fantastic series and I can’t wait to read book three.
June 25, 2023
Received as an ARC, I am leaving my honest review. The series continues as Rory, one of the wolf shifters, embarks on a journey to find a missing family heirloom and return it to his family before it falls into evil hands. It is while he looks for clues, that he is led to a spiritualist, one that he visited long ago. Little does he know, that visit will turn into a race to find what he is seeking, and may have him finding himself lost in the woman who will accompany him. Beware of traps, danger around every corner, and the pull of success biting his heels. The ending will leave you warm-hearted and wanting to know what happens next. Be prepared for a long night of reading as this story pulls you in and keeps your attention til the last page
March 21, 2020
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Red Wolf Hunting is very action packed, romance and paranormal fantasy. Aileen meets Rory and learns that he is looking for something. She decided to help him since she is looking for the same thing. Will they find what they are working for? Will they be able to work together to get it or will they betray each other? Will Aileen and Rory be able to fight there attraction?
It will seem that the story will continue with Caitlyn and Doane. Maybe we will see more of Aileen and Rory.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Red Wolf Hunting is very action packed, romance and paranormal fantasy. Aileen meets Rory and learns that he is looking for something. She decided to help him since she is looking for the same thing. Will they find what they are working for? Will they be able to work together to get it or will they betray each other? Will Aileen and Rory be able to fight there attraction?
It will seem that the story will continue with Caitlyn and Doane. Maybe we will see more of Aileen and Rory.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 21, 2020
An Intense Tale!
“Red Wolf Hunting” is an action-packed paranormal tale of the quest of Rory, a wolf shifter and Aileen, a seer, to find a magical artifact. One wants to destroy it and the other wants to keep it. During this journey trust and honesty will be tested, and a common enemy will need to be defeated. Join Rory and Aileen on their perilous journey. Recommended
I received a free copy of this book. This review was posted voluntarily
“Red Wolf Hunting” is an action-packed paranormal tale of the quest of Rory, a wolf shifter and Aileen, a seer, to find a magical artifact. One wants to destroy it and the other wants to keep it. During this journey trust and honesty will be tested, and a common enemy will need to be defeated. Join Rory and Aileen on their perilous journey. Recommended
I received a free copy of this book. This review was posted voluntarily
March 21, 2020
This is a well written paranormal story with strong characters in Rory,a wolf shifter and Aileen,a seer. The author does a great job building the story and pulls you in with all the action and adventure in finding the magical artifact. I enjoyed watching their journey towards love. It's an interesting story and I enjoyed reading.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
March 22, 2020
Rory is a wolf shifter on a mission to find a magical artifact to destroy it. He enlists the help of Aileen, a seer with her own motives to find the relic. Will they be able find it ahead of those that would use its power to destroy them? This is an exciting tale with suspense and adventure! I definitely recommend this book!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 25, 2020
The story, at times, becomes pedantic. The third encounter with Isadora came at me with a sense of dread. Aileen and Rory provide a serious amount of tension. The ending was marginally satisfying and definitely a foreshadowing of the next book.
Action-packed. Entertaining. Tragic. Twisted. Unpredictable. Wonderful characters.
I received a copy of this book as a gift. This is my honest review.
Action-packed. Entertaining. Tragic. Twisted. Unpredictable. Wonderful characters.
I received a copy of this book as a gift. This is my honest review.
March 26, 2020
A paranormal fantasy full of action, suspense and romance. Wonderfully written story with great characters and storyline. Aileen is a hunter and wants to find a magical artifact that belongs to her family. She offers to help Rory, a wolf shifter to find the same artifact she seeks. A journey that will keep you turning pages. It was very entertaining.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 21, 2020
The second book in the Wolves Ever After series a well written story that kept me turning pages. This is Wolf-shifter Rory and Aileen, the captivating local hunter's story. There is suspense, drama, danger, twists, turns, villains, and romance. I want to read the next book, which is Doane and Caitlyn story. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 22, 2020
This was a great book. It just pulls you in and you want to keep reading until the end. Then I wanted to start the next book, but I have to wait until the author finishes it. Don't forget to read the first one in the series, or this won't make as much sense. It's also best to read the Dragons Ever After series before this series.
(I received a free, advanced copy from the author.)
(I received a free, advanced copy from the author.)
April 7, 2020
Both Aileen and Rory are on the hunt for a magic artifact. Aileen agrees to hunt for it alongside Rory but they both have different intentions of what is to be done with it once it’s found.
This book does end in a bit of a cliffhanger and leave you wanting to read the next book in the series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This book does end in a bit of a cliffhanger and leave you wanting to read the next book in the series.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 22, 2020
This is book 2 of the Wolves Ever After series. I loved this book. I love the characters and the storyline. This series has had me hooked from the start. I would recommend reading.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 31, 2021
A shifter story
This is a very nice clean shifter story about prote ting family. The characters are very nice and the descriptions are so vivid it is easy to visualize yourself right 5here in the midst of it all. The author tells a very good story.
This is a very nice clean shifter story about prote ting family. The characters are very nice and the descriptions are so vivid it is easy to visualize yourself right 5here in the midst of it all. The author tells a very good story.
March 9, 2025
Good read
Roy and Aileen were both after the same relic but for vastly different reasons. Trusting one another seemed impossible yet alone neither could succeed. Can't wait until the next book to find out what happens next.
Roy and Aileen were both after the same relic but for vastly different reasons. Trusting one another seemed impossible yet alone neither could succeed. Can't wait until the next book to find out what happens next.
January 28, 2026
Excellent Clean Fantasy
This story has an excellent blend of action & adventure, and a lighter touch of romance. It’s also free of graphic violence, sex, and crude language. If you love stories about epic quests, shifters, and hope, then do check this out.
This story has an excellent blend of action & adventure, and a lighter touch of romance. It’s also free of graphic violence, sex, and crude language. If you love stories about epic quests, shifters, and hope, then do check this out.
March 22, 2020
This is a stunning book! I love the way the characters are portrayed.
March 25, 2020
I loved this book couldn't put it down!😍 The characters a fantastic the story is phenomenal! I'm off to devour book 3! FABULOUS job!!
December 29, 2021
Interesting read. But I thought the emotions were way overboard. And also the internal dialogues were endless.
January 3, 2023
Decent read.
March 30, 2024
Definitely one of the more interesting and captivating shifter type series I've read! I'll have to continue checking them out and go back and read the first!
February 25, 2025
Lovable characters and story telling
Best clean werewolf fantasy I've found so far. Amberlyn has a mastery of wiring unique and fun characters. Highly recommend.
Best clean werewolf fantasy I've found so far. Amberlyn has a mastery of wiring unique and fun characters. Highly recommend.
April 13, 2025
Red wolf hunting
I could not stop reading it. I saw action, suspense, romance, fantasy sci-fi. Romance. It has it all and then some
I could not stop reading it. I saw action, suspense, romance, fantasy sci-fi. Romance. It has it all and then some
July 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
October 10, 2025
I loved this book EVEN MORE than the first one!
Which is crazy, because I really didn’t think anything would top a Snow Queen retelling, especially not a Little Red Riding Hood retelling. (No hate to the fairytale—it’s just not one of my faves.)
Rory and Aileen’s chemistry was BEAUTIFUL!! Significantly less insta-love-y than The Snow Wolf was, but still fast-paced and swoony!
There were times where I feel Rory fell into the “hot-tempered redhead” cliche a little too easily, but other than that, I absolutely adored it! And I think I’m starting to get a better construct of the world. (There were still some things that I’m SURE are related to the Dragon Ever After series that I didn’t have the full context for, but other than that, I found the background information much easier to follow…perhaps because I’d already read The Snow Wolf.)
This book wasn’t without its flaws—mainly, info-dumping and typos—but the story itself was beautiful and enjoyable! I personally found the ending to be somewhat unexpected. Not necessarily in a bad way, but in a neutral way. I didn’t realise there would be a loose end or two in order to make way for book three, but it was still satisfactory enough that this doesn’t knock it down a peg.
Overall, if you love enemies-to-lovers, deceit and trickery, huntsman type FMCs and sweet but hot-tempered MMC’s, then you’ll probably enjoy this story! Assuming you’re willing to show grace to the more technical flaws.
Which is crazy, because I really didn’t think anything would top a Snow Queen retelling, especially not a Little Red Riding Hood retelling. (No hate to the fairytale—it’s just not one of my faves.)
Rory and Aileen’s chemistry was BEAUTIFUL!! Significantly less insta-love-y than The Snow Wolf was, but still fast-paced and swoony!
There were times where I feel Rory fell into the “hot-tempered redhead” cliche a little too easily, but other than that, I absolutely adored it! And I think I’m starting to get a better construct of the world. (There were still some things that I’m SURE are related to the Dragon Ever After series that I didn’t have the full context for, but other than that, I found the background information much easier to follow…perhaps because I’d already read The Snow Wolf.)
This book wasn’t without its flaws—mainly, info-dumping and typos—but the story itself was beautiful and enjoyable! I personally found the ending to be somewhat unexpected. Not necessarily in a bad way, but in a neutral way. I didn’t realise there would be a loose end or two in order to make way for book three, but it was still satisfactory enough that this doesn’t knock it down a peg.
Overall, if you love enemies-to-lovers, deceit and trickery, huntsman type FMCs and sweet but hot-tempered MMC’s, then you’ll probably enjoy this story! Assuming you’re willing to show grace to the more technical flaws.
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