“Whoever or whatever saved you had to be supernatural, and strong at that, to have killed the vamps that attacked you guys. If we’re lucky, maybe they’ll show themselves soon.” - Natalie
In the previous instalment, Ruby, Xavier and Axel were forced to go on the run after Olcan’s nefarious plans for Ruby became clear. An hour into their journey, they were attacked by vampires and if not for the intervention of a dark shadow, Ruby would have had the life drained from her.
When Ruby regains consciousness at Axel’s safe house, the trio realise that they must return to their pack and warn them of the danger ahead. Vampires are believed to have been wiped out decades ago and the fact that they’ve been hiding underground and replenishing their ranks ever since, can only spell doom for werewolves and humans alike.
As they race to save their pack, however, Ruby finds herself not only undergoing physical changes but plagued with terrible visions too...
Luna Conflicted is the third compelling instalment of the Luna Rising series. Told from multiple point of views that include; Luna, Xavier, Axel and Natalie, the book picks up immediately after the events of the previous book. With the resurgence of an old enemy long believed dead, we see our trio on the run from an even more deadlier threat.
Unlike the previous books, romance takes a backseat and we see a more united front between Ruby, Xavier and Axel as the latter two push aside their differences and pack politics in the face a common enemy. Axel in particular really comes through in this instalment and saves their lives on more than one occasion.
I was also happy with Ruby’s development as we see hints of her finally coming into herself. She seems to be undergoing some physical changes since the vampire attack. Most intriguing of all are her visions - especially those of the shadow man. Who is he? Friend or foe?
This was definitely a more tense and compelling read than the previous books. I was engrossed to such an extent that I couldn’t believe it when I reached the last page which once again ended on a huge cliffhanger. The fact that the books are rather short is my only criticism of the series. Recommended.
I received an advanced free audible copy of Luna Rising which was narrated by Meg Price. I was impressed with her clear, concise delivery which made it easy to differentiate between the characters.