lindsayreads3747's review
5.0
This novella was such a delight to read. I initially was a bit uncertain I would enjoy the premise. I love vampires. I love paranormal romance. I am certainly intrigued by shapeshifting but put all of that together?! It was surprisingly refreshing! I often like my heros to be more dominant and confident. Often, when heros are given a troubled past, I find some writers can't put the two together well. Larissa managed this feat and it was so thoroughly enjoyable. The dynamic between Lobo and Tehya sizzles!
I never felt the story was too slow or lacked backstory. It also managed to not feel rushed. I was quite impressed especially as this was the first book in the series I have read. Given it's #2.5, I was worried I would be a bit lost. I definitely was not! I felt it could be a stand-alone novella on it's own or read out of order. I was left with a definite curiosity for the rest of the series. I most definitely will be looking into the other books in this series. I really recommend this novella if you are tentative about this series. It's a quick way to wet your appetite and assess your interest.
This was my first Larissa Ione book and I will definitely come back for more! The chemistry between the two leads was irresistible and steamy!!!
I received an advanced reader copy (ARC) from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
I never felt the story was too slow or lacked backstory. It also managed to not feel rushed. I was quite impressed especially as this was the first book in the series I have read. Given it's #2.5, I was worried I would be a bit lost. I definitely was not! I felt it could be a stand-alone novella on it's own or read out of order. I was left with a definite curiosity for the rest of the series. I most definitely will be looking into the other books in this series. I really recommend this novella if you are tentative about this series. It's a quick way to wet your appetite and assess your interest.
This was my first Larissa Ione book and I will definitely come back for more! The chemistry between the two leads was irresistible and steamy!!!
I received an advanced reader copy (ARC) from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
cupcakegirly's review against another edition
I've been looking for a PNR I could sink my teeth into and while this was my first Larissa Ione book, it won't be my last. I liked the characters and the concept of a vampire shifting into a wolf and getting stuck, as well as the creative use of Native American folklore.
I want to read the first book now and I'm curious to see whose story is told next.
I want to read the first book now and I'm curious to see whose story is told next.
kristen1994's review against another edition
1.0
Thought this was a new story in the series. It was just a republication from another anthrology 'blood red kiss'
estellegsr's review against another edition
4.0
Un tome intéressant, j'ai beaucoup aimé le personnage de Lobo.
La romance, bien que rapide, est cherchée et prenante. Le tout est ainsi bien fourni, malgré la petite taille du bouquin.
Si vous aimez la série, n'hésitez pas !
La romance, bien que rapide, est cherchée et prenante. Le tout est ainsi bien fourni, malgré la petite taille du bouquin.
Si vous aimez la série, n'hésitez pas !
bananatricky's review against another edition
3.0
I liked parts of this novella but frankly I think I like the 'clan' bits of this series best.
Lobo has been exiled from the Moonbound Clan of vampires and threatened with death, a vampire who can also shift into any creature (or human) of a similar size, from a coyote to a grizzly bear, he was accused of shape-shifting into another vampire in order to seduce the vampire's mate.
Lobo would have given up on life, without a clan he was vulnerable to humans who would want to make him a slave, if it hadn't been for the female wolf which he found badly injured over a decade ago. The two have become inseparable companions in the forest where they live until one day Tehya, the wolf, is badly injured by poachers and is likely to die. Lobo realises that the only way of saving his best friend's life is to carry her to the lair of the Moonbound Clan which has the nearest doctor, even if the way he gains entry could ultimately cost him his life.
What Lobo doesn't know is that Tehya is actually a vampire who accidentally shifted into a wolf and has no idea how to shift back. She has subconsciously been projecting her vampire self into Lobo's dreams, he assumes that Tehya must be the wolf familiar of a vampire, perhaps one enslaved by the humans.
I found the beginning with the lone vampire living in the woods with only his faithful wolf companion to be a bit slow, I felt I had read the same kind of set up in way too many PNR stories. I really enjoyed the bit where Lobo and Tehya interact with the Moonbound Clan, the politics, the changing alliances, the changes that Hunter has wrought in the clan since he became the leader. Loved it. Then there was the obligatory vampire sex which seemed to go on and on and on, in a novella the ratio of sex to plot needs careful consideration and I felt there was too much (only a personal view).
I liked the plot resolution and the hint of a cliffhanger (can't say more, cos spoilers), looking forward to the next in the series.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
Lobo has been exiled from the Moonbound Clan of vampires and threatened with death, a vampire who can also shift into any creature (or human) of a similar size, from a coyote to a grizzly bear, he was accused of shape-shifting into another vampire in order to seduce the vampire's mate.
Lobo would have given up on life, without a clan he was vulnerable to humans who would want to make him a slave, if it hadn't been for the female wolf which he found badly injured over a decade ago. The two have become inseparable companions in the forest where they live until one day Tehya, the wolf, is badly injured by poachers and is likely to die. Lobo realises that the only way of saving his best friend's life is to carry her to the lair of the Moonbound Clan which has the nearest doctor, even if the way he gains entry could ultimately cost him his life.
What Lobo doesn't know is that Tehya is actually a vampire who accidentally shifted into a wolf and has no idea how to shift back. She has subconsciously been projecting her vampire self into Lobo's dreams, he assumes that Tehya must be the wolf familiar of a vampire, perhaps one enslaved by the humans.
I found the beginning with the lone vampire living in the woods with only his faithful wolf companion to be a bit slow, I felt I had read the same kind of set up in way too many PNR stories. I really enjoyed the bit where Lobo and Tehya interact with the Moonbound Clan, the politics, the changing alliances, the changes that Hunter has wrought in the clan since he became the leader. Loved it. Then there was the obligatory vampire sex which seemed to go on and on and on, in a novella the ratio of sex to plot needs careful consideration and I felt there was too much (only a personal view).
I liked the plot resolution and the hint of a cliffhanger (can't say more, cos spoilers), looking forward to the next in the series.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
laurla's review against another edition
published in the anthology book 'blood red kiss'
nadenetotallyaddictedtoreading's review against another edition
4.0
Forsaken by Larissa Ione is a short but interesting read/listen. This is book 2.5 in the Moonbound Clan series. I have had this on my kindle for some time now, but recently got the chance to read it.
This installment introduces Lobo and Teyah. Lobo is a 120-year-old vampire who is also a skin walker. He can shift into any living form, be it human or animal. A former member of the Moonbound Clan, banned for shifting into the form of another clan member. Since then he has been wandering the woods and living a lonely existence. That all changed when he rescued a wolf, that was injured and on the brink of starvation. She became his constant companion for 12 years.
What he did not know is that Teyah was no ordinary wolf.
I found Lobo to be an intriguing character. His protective nature led him to take a great risk to save Teyah’s life. A risk that would pay off in the end.
Teyah proved a fascinating character. Loyal and fiercely protective of Lobo. She showed courage in the face of danger.
Despite, this being a short read, the story packed a punch. There was sufficient romance, action and heat to keep me glued to the pages.
The fluidity of the story made it easy to follow. I loved the world building, which made me realised how much I missed this series. I curious to know if there are plans to continue the series. The good thing about this, there is no need to read the previous books prior to reading this installment.
Narration
Amy Landon narrated the story. This is my first time listening to her work and I enjoyed every moment. She did a good job with the narration. Her pace and tone fit the story well.
Conclusion/Recommendation
Overall, a good read with interesting characters
This installment introduces Lobo and Teyah. Lobo is a 120-year-old vampire who is also a skin walker. He can shift into any living form, be it human or animal. A former member of the Moonbound Clan, banned for shifting into the form of another clan member. Since then he has been wandering the woods and living a lonely existence. That all changed when he rescued a wolf, that was injured and on the brink of starvation. She became his constant companion for 12 years.
What he did not know is that Teyah was no ordinary wolf.
I found Lobo to be an intriguing character. His protective nature led him to take a great risk to save Teyah’s life. A risk that would pay off in the end.
Teyah proved a fascinating character. Loyal and fiercely protective of Lobo. She showed courage in the face of danger.
Despite, this being a short read, the story packed a punch. There was sufficient romance, action and heat to keep me glued to the pages.
The fluidity of the story made it easy to follow. I loved the world building, which made me realised how much I missed this series. I curious to know if there are plans to continue the series. The good thing about this, there is no need to read the previous books prior to reading this installment.
Narration
Amy Landon narrated the story. This is my first time listening to her work and I enjoyed every moment. She did a good job with the narration. Her pace and tone fit the story well.
Conclusion/Recommendation
Overall, a good read with interesting characters
noellelovesbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
dedicatedreader's review against another edition
2.0
I read till the very end. I struggled with parts of it but I finished. I feel like a champion indeed.
It was an okay read.
It was an okay read.