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jay_reads's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
5.0
The Base series by H.M. Wolfe & Evera Ellis resembles a serial drama in its approach. Each installment expands on the last with a plethora of cast returning and the plot thickening with a passionate focus on a core relationship. Memories of the Dark centers on the trio (or is it a foursome) of Xavier, Duhaan and Fergus/Everly, their sordid pasts and road to happiness.
The final heinous act Fergus’ “husband” inflicts on him out of sheer greed is horrendous, but who knows, without it he may have never met Xavier and Duhaan. It seems like such a cruel way to find happiness yet, that is exactly the outcome as Xavier and Duhaan nurse Fergus/Everly back to health.
I found this ménage fascinating with the two sides to Fergus (Fergus/Everly) as a result of his dissociative identity disorder; the combination of a sensitive and romantic aspect when Fergus is concerned and a dominant and submissive aspect when Everly comes out to play. This partnership is forged from the hell of his past but brings dawn to a bright future, giving hope that love conquers hate.
The overall premise of The Base series continues to resonate throughout with its sole focus on the never-ending fight for abused and mistreated youth. The combined efforts of The Base and Dragons House prove to be a formidable combination at thwarting the unscrupulous individuals perpetrating unforgivable acts on the innocent. Sadly, with every take down, there is another unspeakable soul around the corner to pick up and carry on with the unforgivable acts that necessitate a vigilante eye form these saviors.
Memories of the Dark is an intense conglomeration of sorrow, hope, pain, love, healing, tragedy and brutal, but satisfying, revenge. The action and suspense radiate from beginning to end. More secrets are revealed, traitors exposed, and unlikely heroes emerge. You could read each of the stories in The Base series several times and pick up some nuance you missed in the previous reading and that is why this collection is best read in order.
The final heinous act Fergus’ “husband” inflicts on him out of sheer greed is horrendous, but who knows, without it he may have never met Xavier and Duhaan. It seems like such a cruel way to find happiness yet, that is exactly the outcome as Xavier and Duhaan nurse Fergus/Everly back to health.
I found this ménage fascinating with the two sides to Fergus (Fergus/Everly) as a result of his dissociative identity disorder; the combination of a sensitive and romantic aspect when Fergus is concerned and a dominant and submissive aspect when Everly comes out to play. This partnership is forged from the hell of his past but brings dawn to a bright future, giving hope that love conquers hate.
The overall premise of The Base series continues to resonate throughout with its sole focus on the never-ending fight for abused and mistreated youth. The combined efforts of The Base and Dragons House prove to be a formidable combination at thwarting the unscrupulous individuals perpetrating unforgivable acts on the innocent. Sadly, with every take down, there is another unspeakable soul around the corner to pick up and carry on with the unforgivable acts that necessitate a vigilante eye form these saviors.
Memories of the Dark is an intense conglomeration of sorrow, hope, pain, love, healing, tragedy and brutal, but satisfying, revenge. The action and suspense radiate from beginning to end. More secrets are revealed, traitors exposed, and unlikely heroes emerge. You could read each of the stories in The Base series several times and pick up some nuance you missed in the previous reading and that is why this collection is best read in order.
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