Aura Vietor, is an air elemental, high priestess of her coven, and deputy sheriff of her town, she is also hopelessly in love with her best friend, LuAura Vietor, is an air elemental, high priestess of her coven, and deputy sheriff of her town, she is also hopelessly in love with her best friend, Luka, who frustratingly is ignorant of it. Because of mistakes in her past, she strives to present a good image, which has her sisters interceding to dress her up sexily and take her dancing, in hopes of getting the friends together. She misconstrues his reaction and vows to make him pay for it, by inflicting pranks on him, one being to spell his fur with spots next time he shifts. Her antics catch the attention of the council of shifters, who ask the witch higher ups to intercede. Meddlesome busybodies, a witch with evil plans, and a lapse in the control she has over the dark side of her power, have her questioning what is possible. Can she balance her job as a deputy, being high priestess, and her relationship with Luka that seems finally to be going somewhere? Luka Barend is an alpha lion shifter, member of the shifter council, and has been in love with his best friend since school, but will not admit it. The night Aura’s sisters choose to help her is just the start to Luka beginning to admit to his true feelings, too bad she did not like his reactions. Soon pranks follow, one of many being tiny tornados in his shower. The council sees one and wants retribution, which Luka instantly vetoes; he will take care of it. The next day he visits Aura to apologize, instead they end up up against the wall, kissing passionately, oblivious to their surroundings. A series of events that start with a lightning bolt and an impatient god needing to speak with Aura, lead to Luka finally realizing what he feels for Aura and that she will be his mate. Despite an interfering council, an attack on Aura and her sisters, and her own decision of self-sacrifice in order to do what she thinks will be best. Just as it looks like things will come together for them, along comes Aura’s nemesis who plans on replacing her within the coven. During an important ritual she, along with her sisters, is attacked by him, forcing her to have to unleash the dark side of her immense power in order to save them. Following the attack she debates on whether or not to focus her full attention on her position as high priestess, resigning as a deputy and forgoing her newly budding relationship with Luka. This decision does not sit well with people, not her boss, the sheriff, and definitely not Luka who is recruited to talk some sense into her. Luka knows her so well, he cuts off any excuse she might make and defends against each objection that she has. He also tries to convince her that it is possible for her to balance both of her positions, and the growing relationship between them together. Before her response, her mimesis, who was thought to be imprisoned, appears nearby calling for her death. What will be her decision? Will they even last long enough for her to make one? I rather enjoyed reading this book for a lot of reasons, one being that it contains characters which seem likable, who were a joy to read about, and honestly it just made me happy to read it. This book is light-hearted, with a bit of sexy, along with a well-adjusted side of humor. I love the banter that flies between Aura and Luka, the banter between Luka and his brothers, and well to be honest, all of the snark happening in this book. Ms. Nicholls took the well-used trope of friends to lovers and blessed it with her own type of wit, excitement, and sexiness making it unique, fresh, and free from any contrived drama you can find in other books using the same trope. it is a cute, funny, easy read that is guaranteed to give you a mood boost if you need a quick laugh and love paranormal romance. This is a great start to a new series; I would definitely read the next book with no problem. Llaph Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More
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Aura Vietor, is an air elemental, high priestess of her coven, and deputy sheriff of her town, she is also hopelessly in love with her best friend, Luka, who frustratingly is ignorant of it. Because of mistakes in her past, she strives to present a good image, which has her sisters interceding to dress her up sexily and take her dancing, in hopes of getting the friends together. She misconstrues his reaction and vows to make him pay for it, by inflicting pranks on him, one being to spell his fur with spots next time he shifts. Her antics catch the attention of the council of shifters, who ask the witch higher ups to intercede. Meddlesome busybodies, a witch with evil plans, and a lapse in the control she has over the dark side of her power, have her questioning what is possible. Can she balance her job as a deputy, being high priestess, and her relationship with Luka that seems finally to be going somewhere? Luka Barend is an alpha lion shifter, member of the shifter council, and has been in love with his best friend since school, but will not admit it. The night Aura’s sisters choose to help her is just the start to Luka beginning to admit to his true feelings, too bad she did not like his reactions. Soon pranks follow, one of many being tiny tornados in his shower. The council sees one and wants retribution, which Luka instantly vetoes; he will take care of it. The next day he visits Aura to apologize, instead they end up up against the wall, kissing passionately, oblivious to their surroundings. A series of events that start with a lightning bolt and an impatient god needing to speak with Aura, lead to Luka finally realizing what he feels for Aura and that she will be his mate. Despite an interfering council, an attack on Aura and her sisters, and her own decision of self-sacrifice in order to do what she thinks will be best. Just as it looks like things will come together for them, along comes Aura’s nemesis who plans on replacing her within the coven. During an important ritual she, along with her sisters, is attacked by him, forcing her to have to unleash the dark side of her immense power in order to save them. Following the attack she debates on whether or not to focus her full attention on her position as high priestess, resigning as a deputy and forgoing her newly budding relationship with Luka. This decision does not sit well with people, not her boss, the sheriff, and definitely not Luka who is recruited to talk some sense into her. Luka knows her so well, he cuts off any excuse she might make and defends against each objection that she has. He also tries to convince her that it is possible for her to balance both of her positions, and the growing relationship between them together. Before her response, her mimesis, who was thought to be imprisoned, appears nearby calling for her death. What will be her decision? Will they even last long enough for her to make one? I rather enjoyed reading this book for a lot of reasons, one being that it contains characters which seem likable, who were a joy to read about, and honestly it just made me happy to read it. This book is light-hearted, with a bit of sexy, along with a well-adjusted side of humor. I love the banter that flies between Aura and Luka, the banter between Luka and his brothers, and well to be honest, all of the snark happening in this book. Ms. Nicholls took the well-used trope of friends to lovers and blessed it with her own type of wit, excitement, and sexiness making it unique, fresh, and free from any contrived drama you can find in other books using the same trope. it is a cute, funny, easy read that is guaranteed to give you a mood boost if you need a quick laugh and love paranormal romance. This is a great start to a new series; I would definitely read the next book with no problem. Llaph Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More
`I liked this book a lot more than the last one. I would like to think I got a better hold on all of the threads that go on in these books. I know I e`I liked this book a lot more than the last one. I would like to think I got a better hold on all of the threads that go on in these books. I know I enjoyed them more this time around. One thing I liked was the were-centric sort of storyline that went on. Yes, there were the Athanate bits—but since she wasn’t in Denver for the bulk of it it didn’t seem to be center stage—at least to me. I’m curious to see how things will be with the New Mexico alphas in the future—Cameron is—well I want to see what is up with that guy for sure. I liked the intrigue going on, the warrior nuns, the Carpathian angle, and finally a resolution to the “halfie� problem that had been brewing since it was first introduced. Amber didn’t have her normal crew, but Tullah and her dragon did a lot to make up for it. One thing I like is Amber’s plotting—it’s inspiring. I look forward to the next book to see what all happens now since she basically kicked the ant hill with her actions at the end of this book.
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`I liked this book a lot more than the last one. I would like to think I got a better hold on all of the threads that go on in these books. I know I enjoyed them more this time around. One thing I liked was the were-centric sort of storyline that went on. Yes, there were the Athanate bits—but since she wasn’t in Denver for the bulk of it it didn’t seem to be center stage—at least to me. I’m curious to see how things will be with the New Mexico alphas in the future—Cameron is—well I want to see what is up with that guy for sure. I liked the intrigue going on, the warrior nuns, the Carpathian angle, and finally a resolution to the “halfie� problem that had been brewing since it was first introduced. Amber didn’t have her normal crew, but Tullah and her dragon did a lot to make up for it. One thing I like is Amber’s plotting—it’s inspiring. I look forward to the next book to see what all happens now since she basically kicked the ant hill with her actions at the end of this book....more
I love these little stories between the novel and novellas. I was happy to finally read more about the twins. I’ve always wanted to learn more about tI love these little stories between the novel and novellas. I was happy to finally read more about the twins. I’ve always wanted to learn more about their backgrounds. I really wanted to read the short about Juro and Lucia, but her site is just such a pita for me to go through. Which is why I try to pay attention to her blog—somehow I missed the story and had been eagerly awaiting this second vignette to read it. The day to day stories about the vampire and their mates were wonderful. However � I really disliked the interviews. I thought they’re rather stupid to be honest. I’m not one of those people who are clamoring to read the next instant of a person’s life and just find interviews and gossipy stories invasive. But, that’s just me. I skimmed those and thoroughly enjoyed everything else—even if I had already read them before. Reynolds is one author that I consistently pre-order no matter what. I’m not a huge fan of erotic stories or alpha male stories � but this author is where I make the exception.
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I love these little stories between the novel and novellas. I was happy to finally read more about the twins. I’ve always wanted to learn more about their backgrounds. I really wanted to read the short about Juro and Lucia, but her site is just such a pita for me to go through. Which is why I try to pay attention to her blog—somehow I missed the story and had been eagerly awaiting this second vignette to read it. The day to day stories about the vampire and their mates were wonderful. However � I really disliked the interviews. I thought they’re rather stupid to be honest. I’m not one of those people who are clamoring to read the next instant of a person’s life and just find interviews and gossipy stories invasive. But, that’s just me. I skimmed those and thoroughly enjoyed everything else—even if I had already read them before. Reynolds is one author that I consistently pre-order no matter what. I’m not a huge fan of erotic stories or alpha male stories � but this author is where I make the exception....more
I wish I had written a review right after I read this book—I would have had a lot more specific stuff to go on about. This book was � awesome. I knew tI wish I had written a review right after I read this book—I would have had a lot more specific stuff to go on about. This book was � awesome. I knew that there was going to be a lot going on in this book thanks to events at the end of the last book, but wow did Henwick weave them all together nicely. I thought the fact that there were so many packs in LA was rather intriguing when compared to the packs in the more eastern parts of the US. I really liked the all-female pack of bikers. I liked how they were the more sensible of the weres, lol. The politics � were just I don’t know what to say. It built up over the series and it culminated in � well it is something you should really read for yourself. I know I can’t explain them that well. Some of the decisions were really surprising and shocking and I look forward to seeing what comes of them. The revelations about Amber’s high school � I had an inkling and was totally not expecting that turn of events. I was also not expecting what it led to. Despite the dark subject matter it was done tastefully and informatively. I’m probably using the wrong words, but I’m having trouble coming up with words to say period. It is something most people don’t think about. Since most people don’t think about something unless it deals with them or is shoved in their face. When she read off the title for the second tape I just went “omgomgomg that makes a lot of sense now� in my head. I binge read the entire series and I’m sad I have to wait for the next one—not even a teaser blurb yet.
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I wish I had written a review right after I read this book—I would have had a lot more specific stuff to go on about. This book was � awesome. I knew that there was going to be a lot going on in this book thanks to events at the end of the last book, but wow did Henwick weave them all together nicely. I thought the fact that there were so many packs in LA was rather intriguing when compared to the packs in the more eastern parts of the US. I really liked the all-female pack of bikers. I liked how they were the more sensible of the weres, lol. The politics � were just I don’t know what to say. It built up over the series and it culminated in � well it is something you should really read for yourself. I know I can’t explain them that well. Some of the decisions were really surprising and shocking and I look forward to seeing what comes of them. The revelations about Amber’s high school � I had an inkling and was totally not expecting that turn of events. I was also not expecting what it led to. Despite the dark subject matter it was done tastefully and informatively. I’m probably using the wrong words, but I’m having trouble coming up with words to say period. It is something most people don’t think about. Since most people don’t think about something unless it deals with them or is shoved in their face. When she read off the title for the second tape I just went “omgomgomg that makes a lot of sense now� in my head. I binge read the entire series and I’m sad I have to wait for the next one—not even a teaser blurb yet....more
I am a big fan of this series and this book is a great installment. Andy is an awesome character with strengths in the form of her being a shifter, faI am a big fan of this series and this book is a great installment. Andy is an awesome character with strengths in the form of her being a shifter, familiarity with the supernatural joined with her weaknesses that take form in her insecurities and issues with emotions. Together they are mixed with her wicked sense of humor and smarts to get to the bottom of stuff. The plot was multi-layered, had an intriguing mystery, vivid and lively characters, and tons of action starring supernatural beings. You could read this as a standalone, but you would miss stuff and I would strongly urge you to read the prior books, they are totally worth it! Llaph Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More
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I am a big fan of this series and this book is a great installment. Andy is an awesome character with strengths in the form of her being a shifter, familiarity with the supernatural joined with her weaknesses that take form in her insecurities and issues with emotions. Together they are mixed with her wicked sense of humor and smarts to get to the bottom of stuff. The plot was multi-layered, had an intriguing mystery, vivid and lively characters, and tons of action starring supernatural beings. You could read this as a standalone, but you would miss stuff and I would strongly urge you to read the prior books, they are totally worth it! Llaph Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance & More
I really liked the introduction to this new world. It certainly had some surprises I was not expecting. One thing I liked was the heroine was unique inI really liked the introduction to this new world. It certainly had some surprises I was not expecting. One thing I liked was the heroine was unique in her make up. I don't recall reading about many half djinn. I really liked how her magic was set up/used and her restrictions to using it. I like Meding's imagination for beings/lore that is already there. She adds a nice twist to keep it fresh. I'm looking forward to reading the next one.
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I really liked the introduction to this new world. It certainly had some surprises I was not expecting. One thing I liked was the heroine was unique in her make up. I don't recall reading about many half djinn. I really liked how her magic was set up/used and her restrictions to using it. I like Meding's imagination for beings/lore that is already there. She adds a nice twist to keep it fresh. I'm looking forward to reading the next one....more
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