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Hunt
Deep within the frozen tundra, darkness is stirring. Nanuq, master of all polar bears, seeks a terrifying power that would grant him control over all who inhabit the North—both animal and man. Slowly, he builds his forces. Slowly, he moves his pawns.
Salvation lies with young Apaay. After being separated from her family, she finds herself deep in enemy territory, navigating a world of violence and cunning. But her quest for truth is only the beginning. The path laid before her will test her loyalties, beliefs, and even her own identity. For if Apaay is to live in a free world, she must embrace a destiny greater than anything she has ever known.
In this breathtaking third installment of the North series, Apaay discovers just how far she’ll go to protect those she loves, and to claim her place in a changing world.
Salvation lies with young Apaay. After being separated from her family, she finds herself deep in enemy territory, navigating a world of violence and cunning. But her quest for truth is only the beginning. The path laid before her will test her loyalties, beliefs, and even her own identity. For if Apaay is to live in a free world, she must embrace a destiny greater than anything she has ever known.
In this breathtaking third installment of the North series, Apaay discovers just how far she’ll go to protect those she loves, and to claim her place in a changing world.
448 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 12, 2021
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Alexandria Warwick
17 books890 followersAlexandria Warwick is the author of the Four Winds series and the North series. A classically trained violinist, she spends much of her time performing in orchestras. She lives in Florida.
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July 6, 2021
It's always such a huge pleasure to read Alexandria Warwick's writing. Every sentence is perfection, and this book in particular had so many meaningful and poetic quotes. This series is one of the most underrated series of all time, and I sincerely hope it becomes more and more popular. Everyone needs Alexandria's writing in their life.
Alexandria has done it again. Her books just keep getting better and better. Hunt is my favorite of the series yet. I can't say too much without spoiling, but we learn so much about Apaay and Ila in this book. They grow so much through their journeys. And the plot just keeps getting thicker with the war and unexpected discoveries. The action is balanced nicely with the character development too. Honestly, this whole book is just perfection. Except the ending was so hard to read. I need the next book. Now. Now. Now. Now.
Writing Aesthetic/Style: 5
Plot/Movement: 5
Character Development: 5
Overall: 5
Thank you, Alexandria Warwick, for the ARC!
Alexandria has done it again. Her books just keep getting better and better. Hunt is my favorite of the series yet. I can't say too much without spoiling, but we learn so much about Apaay and Ila in this book. They grow so much through their journeys. And the plot just keeps getting thicker with the war and unexpected discoveries. The action is balanced nicely with the character development too. Honestly, this whole book is just perfection. Except the ending was so hard to read. I need the next book. Now. Now. Now. Now.
Writing Aesthetic/Style: 5
Plot/Movement: 5
Character Development: 5
Overall: 5
Thank you, Alexandria Warwick, for the ARC!
August 19, 2021
I think this is my favorite of the three North series books! Apaay really, finally, came into who she is supposed to be, who she wants to be, and who she needs to be for her people. Numiak- just going to add him to my book boyfriend list. If you like morally grey characters, he's the bad boy for you! This is one of my favorite enemies to lovers. It's got a true enemies to lovers. Y'all there is a one bed at an inn scene AND a pretend to be into me scene! I just about squealed.
Plus the wicked cool shape shifting and all the plans that came together, just so good! Still hate Yuki. I think her bad guy origin story is cool but maaan she is bad bad. Hate her so much. And love Ila still! She is so much stronger than she thinks!
Love the writing and love the Inuit mythology retelling!
Plus the wicked cool shape shifting and all the plans that came together, just so good! Still hate Yuki. I think her bad guy origin story is cool but maaan she is bad bad. Hate her so much. And love Ila still! She is so much stronger than she thinks!
Love the writing and love the Inuit mythology retelling!
July 29, 2021
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Can we just take a second before diving into this review to appreciate this book's beautiful cover? All of the books in this series have been beautiful, but this one has definitely become my favorite.
Hunt is the third book in Alexandria Warwick's North series, and with its addition the series continues to just get better and better. The thing that has continual drawn me Warwick's novels is her writing, which is constantly imbued with meaning, depth, and a smooth, flowing prose style. The first book I read from her, The Demon Race, captured me because of the dark tones and poetic quality of the storytelling, and it is so apparent with each installment now in the North series that her writing is only getting more fine-tuned and intricate.
With Hunt, everything that was already intense just seemed to get more intense. This is probably going to be one of my more vague reviews simply because there's not too much I can say specifically in regards to character or plot without giving away too much about the previous books.
There are three main POV that we follow: Appay, Ila, and Kenai. Apaay and Ila continue to be two incredibly compelling characters to follow. They are both very distinct characters with personalities that have vast differences, but also similarities in their inner strength and determination. Apaay has grown in immense and momentous ways over these three books, and her growth has consistently made sense and felt perfectly timely. I really appreciate how much we get to go inside her head to really get a sense for what she struggles with and how she handles the many obstacles that show up in her path. The dynamic between Apaay and Numiak is so captivating and one that I can't seem to turn away from. It's complicated and messy, but it's also one of those character relationships that carries so much weight and intrigue that it's hard not to become invested in it. It's been a very slow build to watch the two become closer, but it has been entirely worth it.
Ila has faced some major revelations in recent plot events, so there is a lot for her to sort of continue unpacking and moving through in this book. She is forced into some difficult situations, but seems to really focus on her resourcefulness in this book to never give up or accept things that shouldn't be. Kenai is one of my favorite characters to read from (which might not mean much since I consider all POVs favorites of mine) because his character development and growth is fascinating to follow. His mind is always running and leads him to second guess many of the things he thought he knew or was previously okay with.
The world-building and setting of the North series continues to be one of my favorite things. I love cold climate settings, and the Inuit setting that it is inspired by is one that I have always enjoyed learning about. The Inuit mythology elements included in the North series are also fascinating and constantly inspire me to learn more about them. Warwick incorporates all of these elements into her world-building in a respectful and compelling manner, and everything works together to develop a truly fascinating world.
Warwick does an excellent job of pacing and plotting events in a logical manner, with plenty of faster- and slower-paced moments to lend a nice balance throughout and to hold my attention easily. Although this is not necessarily always the most fast-paced of novels, it never really drags or feels overwritten, but instead feels like it moves a great pace, with plenty of unexpected things happening just to make sure readers don't ever get too comfortable. The ending was a bit brutal and I continue to find myself shocked by the many twists and plot directions this book takes, but all in a good way that I love about this series and Warwick's writing.
Overall, it's five stars from me for Hunt! I can't wait to see what happens next in this series .
*I received a copy of Hunt courtesy of the author in exchange for an honest review.*
Can we just take a second before diving into this review to appreciate this book's beautiful cover? All of the books in this series have been beautiful, but this one has definitely become my favorite.
Hunt is the third book in Alexandria Warwick's North series, and with its addition the series continues to just get better and better. The thing that has continual drawn me Warwick's novels is her writing, which is constantly imbued with meaning, depth, and a smooth, flowing prose style. The first book I read from her, The Demon Race, captured me because of the dark tones and poetic quality of the storytelling, and it is so apparent with each installment now in the North series that her writing is only getting more fine-tuned and intricate.
With Hunt, everything that was already intense just seemed to get more intense. This is probably going to be one of my more vague reviews simply because there's not too much I can say specifically in regards to character or plot without giving away too much about the previous books.
There are three main POV that we follow: Appay, Ila, and Kenai. Apaay and Ila continue to be two incredibly compelling characters to follow. They are both very distinct characters with personalities that have vast differences, but also similarities in their inner strength and determination. Apaay has grown in immense and momentous ways over these three books, and her growth has consistently made sense and felt perfectly timely. I really appreciate how much we get to go inside her head to really get a sense for what she struggles with and how she handles the many obstacles that show up in her path. The dynamic between Apaay and Numiak is so captivating and one that I can't seem to turn away from. It's complicated and messy, but it's also one of those character relationships that carries so much weight and intrigue that it's hard not to become invested in it. It's been a very slow build to watch the two become closer, but it has been entirely worth it.
Ila has faced some major revelations in recent plot events, so there is a lot for her to sort of continue unpacking and moving through in this book. She is forced into some difficult situations, but seems to really focus on her resourcefulness in this book to never give up or accept things that shouldn't be. Kenai is one of my favorite characters to read from (which might not mean much since I consider all POVs favorites of mine) because his character development and growth is fascinating to follow. His mind is always running and leads him to second guess many of the things he thought he knew or was previously okay with.
The world-building and setting of the North series continues to be one of my favorite things. I love cold climate settings, and the Inuit setting that it is inspired by is one that I have always enjoyed learning about. The Inuit mythology elements included in the North series are also fascinating and constantly inspire me to learn more about them. Warwick incorporates all of these elements into her world-building in a respectful and compelling manner, and everything works together to develop a truly fascinating world.
Warwick does an excellent job of pacing and plotting events in a logical manner, with plenty of faster- and slower-paced moments to lend a nice balance throughout and to hold my attention easily. Although this is not necessarily always the most fast-paced of novels, it never really drags or feels overwritten, but instead feels like it moves a great pace, with plenty of unexpected things happening just to make sure readers don't ever get too comfortable. The ending was a bit brutal and I continue to find myself shocked by the many twists and plot directions this book takes, but all in a good way that I love about this series and Warwick's writing.
Overall, it's five stars from me for Hunt! I can't wait to see what happens next in this series .
*I received a copy of Hunt courtesy of the author in exchange for an honest review.*
July 8, 2021
I cannot tell you how much I love this series. Hunt took everything great about the first two books and made them bigger, bolder and a little smuttier. After finding out the truth of her heritage, and being betrayed by someone she trusted, Ila is alone but not afraid. When Tulimaq takes her to the work site where Wolf Unua are used as slaves, Ila realises that she can escape, but first she needs to accept who she truly is. After saving Numiak from Kenai and Yuki, Apaay now has to get him to Nigun where the sacred waters can heal his poisoned wounds. Although, nothing is ever as simple as it seems. There is something dangerously wrong with the Caribou Unua and Apaay must figure out what if she is to save the infuriating Face Stealer. War is brewing in the North, sides have been chosen, though there are still some secrets that, if brought to light, could change the war completely.
Hunt is told from three POV’s, Apaay, Ila and Kenai, and the character growth, especially for Ila and Apaay is off the charts. Apaay is still struggling with her feelings for Numiak, she hasn’t forgiven him for his past actions, but more and more she starts to feel something other than anger when around him, something she isn’t willing to admit. Though she is still recovering from her time in Yuki’s prison she has decided to fight, she will not let Nanuk and Yuki win this war and endanger the life of her family and friends. But there is a secret still being kept from Apaay, one that has the power to end the war.
Ila is still shocked over learning that she is not only Wolf Unua, but in fact the heir to the throne. Taken prisoner by Tulimaq, someone she classed as a friend, she knows that if he takes her to his father Nanuk, death will surely await her, but Ila is not one to back away from a fight. When their journey takes them to a work camp filled with Wolf Unua Ila knows this is her chance to escape, she just has to be willing to accept her heritage first.
Kenai is still under Yuki’s thrall, he would do anything for her, even betray his own kind, but the more time her spends with her the more he realises that he has little worth in the future both Yuki and Nanuk envision. Knowing he needs to prove his worth, he hatches a plan, but the more time he spends away form Yuki the more of his past starts returning to him, and the more he wonders if he made the right decision all those years ago. As well a the three POV’s, Warwick gives us a fantastic cast of side characters, most of which we have already met from previous books Numiak, Kaan, Ro, but we also get some new additions who add extra depth to the story.
Warwicks foreshadowing is amazing, the more I read the more little hints from previous books start to make sense and when we get to the big reveal at the end I literally screamed ‘I KNEW IT’ at my kindle. There were plenty of plot twists that took me by surprise, and the ending of the book broke me! I won’t say anything but prepare yourself for some emotional torture because this author sure knows how to punish her characters and readers. Her writing style makes for a fast paced read, I finished this in one sitting, and the mixture between travelling, action and storytelling scenes made sure the story flowed without any lags.
The romance really picks up in Hunt. In Night we saw the relationship between Apaay and Numiak start to change and the sexual tension and flirty scenes in this book were off the chart. I knew it was heading that way, but she sure made it a fun journey full of misunderstanding and mutual distrust. If you’re a fan of slow burn (and I mean Sloooooow) enemies to lovers with a bit of idiots in love thrown in for good measure then I highly recommend this series. The progression of the relationship is really natural and never feels forced and with Hunt were treated to a few scenes on the smuttier side.
One of my favourite things about this series is the world building. Warwick uses Inuit mythology as well as other tales and brings to life a frozen tundra world filled with mythical beings called Unua. Unua can shape shift into animals, Seal, Wolf, Polar Bear, Owl and Caribou and these form the factions of the ‘North.’ With each book we learn a little more about the different Unua and with Hunt we get introduced to the elusive Caribou Unua for the first time. I never get tired of learning about the different people’s living in Apaay’s world and Warwick gives us just enough information to ensure we have all the knowledge we need without overloading us.
The North series is one that keeps getting better and better with each book. Perfect for readers who enjoy mythology and romance with their fantasy and don’t mind authors who torture their characters… I’ve already emailed Alexandria to scream about the ending and to make sure I’m on the list for an early copy of book 4 because I NEED to find out what happens!
Hunt is told from three POV’s, Apaay, Ila and Kenai, and the character growth, especially for Ila and Apaay is off the charts. Apaay is still struggling with her feelings for Numiak, she hasn’t forgiven him for his past actions, but more and more she starts to feel something other than anger when around him, something she isn’t willing to admit. Though she is still recovering from her time in Yuki’s prison she has decided to fight, she will not let Nanuk and Yuki win this war and endanger the life of her family and friends. But there is a secret still being kept from Apaay, one that has the power to end the war.
Ila is still shocked over learning that she is not only Wolf Unua, but in fact the heir to the throne. Taken prisoner by Tulimaq, someone she classed as a friend, she knows that if he takes her to his father Nanuk, death will surely await her, but Ila is not one to back away from a fight. When their journey takes them to a work camp filled with Wolf Unua Ila knows this is her chance to escape, she just has to be willing to accept her heritage first.
Kenai is still under Yuki’s thrall, he would do anything for her, even betray his own kind, but the more time her spends with her the more he realises that he has little worth in the future both Yuki and Nanuk envision. Knowing he needs to prove his worth, he hatches a plan, but the more time he spends away form Yuki the more of his past starts returning to him, and the more he wonders if he made the right decision all those years ago. As well a the three POV’s, Warwick gives us a fantastic cast of side characters, most of which we have already met from previous books Numiak, Kaan, Ro, but we also get some new additions who add extra depth to the story.
Warwicks foreshadowing is amazing, the more I read the more little hints from previous books start to make sense and when we get to the big reveal at the end I literally screamed ‘I KNEW IT’ at my kindle. There were plenty of plot twists that took me by surprise, and the ending of the book broke me! I won’t say anything but prepare yourself for some emotional torture because this author sure knows how to punish her characters and readers. Her writing style makes for a fast paced read, I finished this in one sitting, and the mixture between travelling, action and storytelling scenes made sure the story flowed without any lags.
The romance really picks up in Hunt. In Night we saw the relationship between Apaay and Numiak start to change and the sexual tension and flirty scenes in this book were off the chart. I knew it was heading that way, but she sure made it a fun journey full of misunderstanding and mutual distrust. If you’re a fan of slow burn (and I mean Sloooooow) enemies to lovers with a bit of idiots in love thrown in for good measure then I highly recommend this series. The progression of the relationship is really natural and never feels forced and with Hunt were treated to a few scenes on the smuttier side.
One of my favourite things about this series is the world building. Warwick uses Inuit mythology as well as other tales and brings to life a frozen tundra world filled with mythical beings called Unua. Unua can shape shift into animals, Seal, Wolf, Polar Bear, Owl and Caribou and these form the factions of the ‘North.’ With each book we learn a little more about the different Unua and with Hunt we get introduced to the elusive Caribou Unua for the first time. I never get tired of learning about the different people’s living in Apaay’s world and Warwick gives us just enough information to ensure we have all the knowledge we need without overloading us.
The North series is one that keeps getting better and better with each book. Perfect for readers who enjoy mythology and romance with their fantasy and don’t mind authors who torture their characters… I’ve already emailed Alexandria to scream about the ending and to make sure I’m on the list for an early copy of book 4 because I NEED to find out what happens!
February 2, 2023
This was the book, book 2 should’ve been more like for Apaay.
Loved, loved the slow-burn romance. It was so charming and lovely and heartfelt.
Writing, world building and pacing spot on.
Ila, poor dear, has had a hard time of it but she’s such a good character and I eagerly await her journey.
I don’t like that Kenai had a pov as I’ve no interest in him but it’s understandable. I detest him after the ending though!
Numaik is a gem and such a fun character. You don’t know what you’re gonna get when he’s there. I love the banter between him and Apaay, the interactions and charming moments, and eagerly await their chapters.
Apaay is loads better and likable. It’s as if the author read the comments and shifted her into a worthy protagonist. She’s still reckless and she has her dumb moments and though the ending is again brought about forcefully somewhat but then by now, we know the author does like to torture her leads.
The twists and plot rigmaroles keep on coming — one took me by complete surprise. There always a secret thanks to Numaik.
The ending is wow, brutal but I’ve an idea that it’s not that dire. But what’s more brutal is I’m still thinking of the this book and certain lovely slow burn chapters and interactions despite starting 2 other books which I’m seriously finding lacking, and there’s no word yet of book 4 — why? I need more Numaik and wanna see Ila’s journey!
Loved, loved the slow-burn romance. It was so charming and lovely and heartfelt.
Writing, world building and pacing spot on.
Ila, poor dear, has had a hard time of it but she’s such a good character and I eagerly await her journey.
I don’t like that Kenai had a pov as I’ve no interest in him but it’s understandable. I detest him after the ending though!
Numaik is a gem and such a fun character. You don’t know what you’re gonna get when he’s there. I love the banter between him and Apaay, the interactions and charming moments, and eagerly await their chapters.
Apaay is loads better and likable. It’s as if the author read the comments and shifted her into a worthy protagonist. She’s still reckless and she has her dumb moments and though the ending is again brought about forcefully somewhat but then by now, we know the author does like to torture her leads.
The twists and plot rigmaroles keep on coming — one took me by complete surprise. There always a secret thanks to Numaik.
The ending is wow, brutal but I’ve an idea that it’s not that dire. But what’s more brutal is I’m still thinking of the this book and certain lovely slow burn chapters and interactions despite starting 2 other books which I’m seriously finding lacking, and there’s no word yet of book 4 — why? I need more Numaik and wanna see Ila’s journey!
June 8, 2021
Wow, so Alexandria Warwick has significantly upped the ante since the beginning of this series, which started out in “Below” with Apaay just trying to steal her sister’s face back from the Face Stealer and falling into the chaos of shapeshifters, cruel gods, and madmen. Then in second book “Night”, Apaay is just trying to recover from the torture she endured and learn more about this world she has been thrown into. Now in this third book, “Hunt”, Apaay has become stronger, smarter, and more savvy. The North has entered into a full-blown war and Apaay and Numiak (the Face Stealer) are trying to gather allies from the remnants of the last war to fight against Nanuq and the Polar Bear Empire.
Meanwhile, Ila has been kidnapped by Tulimaq after finding out that . Their relationship is rife with tension and torture – very much a cat-mouse relationship - but in the fallout Ila finds the strength to become a leader among the last of her people. Whereas, Tulimaq needs to think about the bigger picture. Does he really think he’ll be accepted by his abusive, power-hungry father? I’m getting some serious Zuko vibes from him, for all you Avatar the Last Airbender fans.
On the other side of the North, Kenai has returned with Yuki, but is still being manipulated and making poor choices. He’s working for Nanuq, but only because of Yuki. His storyline is sad and frustrating. I find it hard to connect with him because he is constantly being blinded by his denial. I can’t believe what happened in the last chapter because for hot-second I thought he had changed to be “the man he might have been”, but clearly that didn’t happen. He might get some massive redemption arc in the last book, but honestly, I think he should just be put out of his misery.
Things you should know:
• 3 Main Points of View: Apaay, Ila, and Kenai – the POVs switch fairly often and can get a little confusing because the reader is placed directly in the middle of whatever Apaay, Ila, and Kenai are doing, and you have to remember what they were trying to do from their previous chapter and where they are currently located. But the chapters are action-packed and intriguing.
• Time moves strangely in the North – in some ways its lyrical in the way it floats between characters and time, but in other ways it can be confusing.
• Lots of secrets, clues, hints, and loose ends – every single character has a secret or false identity, and its crazy trying to piece it all together.
• Lots of death. Blood, torture, mass murder galore. Honestly, I’m surprised there’s still living creatures in the North.
• Sexual tension! Finally, some steam between Numiak and Apaay! I would say I hope for more, but that may take a miracle…
• HUGE CLIFFHANGER!!!
Overall, it was a really good book and I am looking forward to the conclusion of this series and how all the pieces come together. Thank you, Alexandria Warwick, for providing me with an ARC and the opportunity to voluntarily review this book early.
Meanwhile, Ila has been kidnapped by Tulimaq after finding out that . Their relationship is rife with tension and torture – very much a cat-mouse relationship - but in the fallout Ila finds the strength to become a leader among the last of her people. Whereas, Tulimaq needs to think about the bigger picture. Does he really think he’ll be accepted by his abusive, power-hungry father? I’m getting some serious Zuko vibes from him, for all you Avatar the Last Airbender fans.
On the other side of the North, Kenai has returned with Yuki, but is still being manipulated and making poor choices. He’s working for Nanuq, but only because of Yuki. His storyline is sad and frustrating. I find it hard to connect with him because he is constantly being blinded by his denial. I can’t believe what happened in the last chapter because for hot-second I thought he had changed to be “the man he might have been”, but clearly that didn’t happen. He might get some massive redemption arc in the last book, but honestly, I think he should just be put out of his misery.
Things you should know:
• 3 Main Points of View: Apaay, Ila, and Kenai – the POVs switch fairly often and can get a little confusing because the reader is placed directly in the middle of whatever Apaay, Ila, and Kenai are doing, and you have to remember what they were trying to do from their previous chapter and where they are currently located. But the chapters are action-packed and intriguing.
• Time moves strangely in the North – in some ways its lyrical in the way it floats between characters and time, but in other ways it can be confusing.
• Lots of secrets, clues, hints, and loose ends – every single character has a secret or false identity, and its crazy trying to piece it all together.
• Lots of death. Blood, torture, mass murder galore. Honestly, I’m surprised there’s still living creatures in the North.
• Sexual tension! Finally, some steam between Numiak and Apaay! I would say I hope for more, but that may take a miracle…
• HUGE CLIFFHANGER!!!
Overall, it was a really good book and I am looking forward to the conclusion of this series and how all the pieces come together. Thank you, Alexandria Warwick, for providing me with an ARC and the opportunity to voluntarily review this book early.
October 4, 2021
Star Rating: 5 stars
Note: This is the 3rd book in the North series by Alexandria Warwick so this will not be an in-depth review.
Over the course of September, I had a lot of new releases come out as well as a few books that I had to read quickly because they were due back at the library. As a result, I wasn’t able to get to all of that books that I wanted to and had to roll a couple of them over to October. One of those books that I had to roll over was Hunt by Alexandria Warwick, the 3rd book in the North series. This book continues the story of Apaay and her compatriots as they struggle to carve out a future of safety and freedom in a world controlled by a ruthless dictator.
If you have made it to or are considering reading book 3 of this series, then you probably know by now that it is very dark and gritty. However, in my opinion, this tone totally fits the story that Warwick is trying to tell. If you are going to be telling a story about war and persecution, then you have to be dark so that your readers can understand the impact and scope of what you are talking about. However, I wanted to make sure to mention it because I know dark themes can be triggering for people and I feel like you should know that this book has them before committing to the series.
One of the things that I have been praising since I read book one was the world-building, and the thing that I want to focus when it comes to this book would have to be the multi-layered conflict that she has been able to craft. Although she has been building it across all the novels of this series, I have to admit that I only started to appreciate the complexity of it in this installment. If you like conflicts that are constantly adapting, changing, and evolving but still remaining the same at their core, then this is the series/book for you.
Another thing that Warwick does extremely well is character, and just like she ups the intensity with her conflict, she did the same thing with her character in this, particularly when it comes to explaining the real effect of being a hero. She chronicles the fact that a lot of people don’t even want to be heroes in the beginning and that the responsibility of being one can have extreme effects on the way thy look and interact with the world.
All in all, this is a great continuation for this series and one of the best books that I have read all year. I can’t wait to read the next one and will continue anything that Warwick puts out. 5 stars!!!!!
Note: This is the 3rd book in the North series by Alexandria Warwick so this will not be an in-depth review.
Over the course of September, I had a lot of new releases come out as well as a few books that I had to read quickly because they were due back at the library. As a result, I wasn’t able to get to all of that books that I wanted to and had to roll a couple of them over to October. One of those books that I had to roll over was Hunt by Alexandria Warwick, the 3rd book in the North series. This book continues the story of Apaay and her compatriots as they struggle to carve out a future of safety and freedom in a world controlled by a ruthless dictator.
If you have made it to or are considering reading book 3 of this series, then you probably know by now that it is very dark and gritty. However, in my opinion, this tone totally fits the story that Warwick is trying to tell. If you are going to be telling a story about war and persecution, then you have to be dark so that your readers can understand the impact and scope of what you are talking about. However, I wanted to make sure to mention it because I know dark themes can be triggering for people and I feel like you should know that this book has them before committing to the series.
One of the things that I have been praising since I read book one was the world-building, and the thing that I want to focus when it comes to this book would have to be the multi-layered conflict that she has been able to craft. Although she has been building it across all the novels of this series, I have to admit that I only started to appreciate the complexity of it in this installment. If you like conflicts that are constantly adapting, changing, and evolving but still remaining the same at their core, then this is the series/book for you.
Another thing that Warwick does extremely well is character, and just like she ups the intensity with her conflict, she did the same thing with her character in this, particularly when it comes to explaining the real effect of being a hero. She chronicles the fact that a lot of people don’t even want to be heroes in the beginning and that the responsibility of being one can have extreme effects on the way thy look and interact with the world.
All in all, this is a great continuation for this series and one of the best books that I have read all year. I can’t wait to read the next one and will continue anything that Warwick puts out. 5 stars!!!!!
July 5, 2021
I received an ARC from the author in exchange for an honest review.
*Some spoilers ahead*
We are in the third book of this series, and each book becomes better and harder to put down. Book 1 was about Apaay's tenacity; as the main character, you cannot help but admire her determination to survive against the odds despite the trauma that requires the strength to move forward. Book 2 was visceral and raw with hurting and healing. Healing is not supposed to be easy–which we see with Apaay becoming more withdrawn and lashing out at Ila.
Book 3 really highlighted how far Apaay and Ila have grown as characters, and you cannot help but admire them as they ignite and inspire those around them. Book 2 really elevated Ila as a character for me, and I saw the foundation she was building reflected in Hunt as she takes a stand as a leader of her people. Also, despite the many odds Ila has been stacked against her, she was always kind and understand, which I find admirable.
As opposed to Apaay, Apaay lost a lot through this series, and her lashing out, and self-destructive behavior was understandable–honestly, if she weren't a little bitchy after she went through, the story would not be credible. But in Hunt, Apaay is learning how to trust, and we see her growth, especially with her relationship with the Face Stealer. The tension between the two characters–there was always a hum in the background, but wow, the tension was hot and in your face, and I loved it. I loved seeing Apaay being a young woman and having simple worries like feeling awkward and unsure around her crush. After all, she's been through (and still going through), it felt like a win that Apaay can still act like a young woman.
Also, Book 3 explores other elements of the world, and we get a glimpse of other clans and a better understanding of the challenges stacked against the characters.
I definitely recommend it for those who like stories with dark fantasy elements and strong and unwavering female leads.
*Some spoilers ahead*
We are in the third book of this series, and each book becomes better and harder to put down. Book 1 was about Apaay's tenacity; as the main character, you cannot help but admire her determination to survive against the odds despite the trauma that requires the strength to move forward. Book 2 was visceral and raw with hurting and healing. Healing is not supposed to be easy–which we see with Apaay becoming more withdrawn and lashing out at Ila.
Book 3 really highlighted how far Apaay and Ila have grown as characters, and you cannot help but admire them as they ignite and inspire those around them. Book 2 really elevated Ila as a character for me, and I saw the foundation she was building reflected in Hunt as she takes a stand as a leader of her people. Also, despite the many odds Ila has been stacked against her, she was always kind and understand, which I find admirable.
As opposed to Apaay, Apaay lost a lot through this series, and her lashing out, and self-destructive behavior was understandable–honestly, if she weren't a little bitchy after she went through, the story would not be credible. But in Hunt, Apaay is learning how to trust, and we see her growth, especially with her relationship with the Face Stealer. The tension between the two characters–there was always a hum in the background, but wow, the tension was hot and in your face, and I loved it. I loved seeing Apaay being a young woman and having simple worries like feeling awkward and unsure around her crush. After all, she's been through (and still going through), it felt like a win that Apaay can still act like a young woman.
Also, Book 3 explores other elements of the world, and we get a glimpse of other clans and a better understanding of the challenges stacked against the characters.
I definitely recommend it for those who like stories with dark fantasy elements and strong and unwavering female leads.
July 5, 2021
Did I intend to open this book and then proceed to read the entire thing in one sitting? No, BUT THEN I DID!
Hunt was another fantastic installment in the highly underrated North series. It’s incredibly easy to be sucked into the detailed worldbuilding and the fast-paced plot. The characters have gone on such amazing journeys so far and this book expanded the world even more! Plus, the romance reached a whole new level— SLOOOOOOOW BURN ENEMIES TO LOVERS, never misses!!! I loved seeing how Apaay grappled with the many major revelations which burdened her new responsibilities and powers and I’m looking forward to seeing how she moves forward. It’s exciting to continue peeling back the layers behind the Face Stealer’s past, even though I wanted to slap him for a majority of this because he just CANT STOP KEEPING SECRETS!! Numiak, WHY. And Ila really flourished in her new role and identity and I can’t wait to see her grow further. The ending was shockingly meannnn but it definitely sets up the next book to be a wild ride!
If you haven’t taken a chance on this series yet, it’s available for free on Kindle Unlimited and I really recommend it! It’s full of enemies to lovers goodness, shapeshifters, charming demons, slow burn romances, incredible friendships and an entertaining plot—check it out ASAP!
Hunt was another fantastic installment in the highly underrated North series. It’s incredibly easy to be sucked into the detailed worldbuilding and the fast-paced plot. The characters have gone on such amazing journeys so far and this book expanded the world even more! Plus, the romance reached a whole new level— SLOOOOOOOW BURN ENEMIES TO LOVERS, never misses!!! I loved seeing how Apaay grappled with the many major revelations which burdened her new responsibilities and powers and I’m looking forward to seeing how she moves forward. It’s exciting to continue peeling back the layers behind the Face Stealer’s past, even though I wanted to slap him for a majority of this because he just CANT STOP KEEPING SECRETS!! Numiak, WHY. And Ila really flourished in her new role and identity and I can’t wait to see her grow further. The ending was shockingly meannnn but it definitely sets up the next book to be a wild ride!
If you haven’t taken a chance on this series yet, it’s available for free on Kindle Unlimited and I really recommend it! It’s full of enemies to lovers goodness, shapeshifters, charming demons, slow burn romances, incredible friendships and an entertaining plot—check it out ASAP!
October 20, 2023
"I think I would die just to spite you."
✿ E ho pure aspettato due anni solo perchè pensavo mancasse un libro solo e volevo ridurre l'attesa e invece vaffanculo. Perchè io voglio sperare che la Warwick non si aspetti veramente che io mi legga due libri (2) senza Numiak. Me lo ammazzi così, dopo che finalmente ha scopato, ucciso da quella merdina di suo fratello che non si merita un cazzo e fa il piagnino e non contenta mi lasci con il cliffhanger?
L'autrice sa scrivere benissimo i personaggi grigi. Continuo a scriverlo. Sia Numiak che Tulimaq sono scritti così bene che i tuoi sentimenti per loro oscillano continuamente tra l'odio viscerale e l'awww. Bastone e carota.
✿ E ho pure aspettato due anni solo perchè pensavo mancasse un libro solo e volevo ridurre l'attesa e invece vaffanculo. Perchè io voglio sperare che la Warwick non si aspetti veramente che io mi legga due libri (2) senza Numiak. Me lo ammazzi così, dopo che finalmente ha scopato, ucciso da quella merdina di suo fratello che non si merita un cazzo e fa il piagnino e non contenta mi lasci con il cliffhanger?
L'autrice sa scrivere benissimo i personaggi grigi. Continuo a scriverlo. Sia Numiak che Tulimaq sono scritti così bene che i tuoi sentimenti per loro oscillano continuamente tra l'odio viscerale e l'awww. Bastone e carota.
August 17, 2021
Initial Thoughts
I was so excited to get an ARC of this book from the author. This was one of my most anticipated books of the year and it kills me that I have to wait another year for book 4!
Some Things I Liked
The romance. I was so here for the romance plot in this book. I love that as the characters aged, the romance matured a bit as well.
Plot twists. This series is filled with them and I love them all. The author gives you just enough of a hint to foreshadow the twist without giving it away. It’s a delicate art to be able to balance a surprise that doesn’t feel out of left field with a twist that isn’t a dead giveaway.
That ending 😱. I need book 4 ASAP.
Series Value
Obviously, I’m going to keep reading. I honestly don’t know how one can start this series and not keep reading.
Final Thoughts
There’s nothing not to love about this series and specifically this installment. There’s tons of representation, it’s dark and real in the best ways, the characters are superbly morally grey and I am desperate for more. GO 👏 READ 👏 THIS 👏 SERIES 👏
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I was so excited to get an ARC of this book from the author. This was one of my most anticipated books of the year and it kills me that I have to wait another year for book 4!
Some Things I Liked
The romance. I was so here for the romance plot in this book. I love that as the characters aged, the romance matured a bit as well.
Plot twists. This series is filled with them and I love them all. The author gives you just enough of a hint to foreshadow the twist without giving it away. It’s a delicate art to be able to balance a surprise that doesn’t feel out of left field with a twist that isn’t a dead giveaway.
That ending 😱. I need book 4 ASAP.
Series Value
Obviously, I’m going to keep reading. I honestly don’t know how one can start this series and not keep reading.
Final Thoughts
There’s nothing not to love about this series and specifically this installment. There’s tons of representation, it’s dark and real in the best ways, the characters are superbly morally grey and I am desperate for more. GO 👏 READ 👏 THIS 👏 SERIES 👏
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August 2, 2021
This is absolutely my favourite book of the series so far. I won’t give away any spoilers, but I love Apaay more and more with every turn of the page. Alexandria Warwick’s writing is so poetic and there are so many lines I paused over and went “oooh” at. This is a series I already rave to people about, and with this third book coming out soon, I’m definitely going to continue raving about it.
Thank you, Alexandria Warwick, for the arc and the chance to help support your work!!
Thank you, Alexandria Warwick, for the arc and the chance to help support your work!!
August 15, 2021
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Earlier this week, @alexandriawarwick released #Hunt, the latest installment of the North series. With each passing book, readers get closer to precipice to peace and war. The winds of the north and the cost of blood runs deep with the story. The narrative and storytelling prowess @alexandriawarwick creates an immersive experience that will have readers trekking through the pages with Apaay.
Earlier this week, @alexandriawarwick released #Hunt, the latest installment of the North series. With each passing book, readers get closer to precipice to peace and war. The winds of the north and the cost of blood runs deep with the story. The narrative and storytelling prowess @alexandriawarwick creates an immersive experience that will have readers trekking through the pages with Apaay.
August 13, 2024
Dude, what! This cannot be the end. Warwick, don't leave me hangin like that!
Hunt was a *vast* improvement from the series' second installment. It felt true to the original narrative, was engrossing & significantly less frustrating than Book #2. Props to Warwick for throwing in a little spice this time as well. It was a long time coming.
Is this going to become an entire series?
Must have resolution <3
Hunt was a *vast* improvement from the series' second installment. It felt true to the original narrative, was engrossing & significantly less frustrating than Book #2. Props to Warwick for throwing in a little spice this time as well. It was a long time coming.
Is this going to become an entire series?
Must have resolution <3
Read
April 26, 2021Well now that a date has been set, I guess it is time to reread the first two books - again.
Someone please make August come faster!
Someone please make August come faster!
August 24, 2021
DNF %50
July 24, 2025
BRUH. genuinely what the fuck
August 27, 2021
3.25 stars
Hmm so many feelings.
Btw kinda sick of Face Stealer's lies. Sigh.
Hmm so many feelings.
Btw kinda sick of Face Stealer's lies. Sigh.
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