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mrose21's review
4.0
Quick Info
Standalone/Cliffhanger?: Standalone
Part of a Series?: Yes
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Meeting the Characters
Piper
Caleb
Xaiver
Niko
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What happens?
Piper is being hunted for her blood she is also being looked for by her mates.
We meet Eiseth and see the demon hunter Jessica. Who help her to survive the battle between the Crocs and the Leopards.
Final thoughts
Interesting standalone. Its very fast paced because the book is short and if I'm honest I'd have liked more, this could have been a little trilogy but its still a good read and I enjoyed the romance between the leopards and her. The side story was very interesting and that kept me interested and ignoring how quick this book felt.
Would I read again?: Yes
Would I read this author again?: Yes
Standalone/Cliffhanger?: Standalone
Part of a Series?: Yes
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Meeting the Characters
Piper
Caleb
Xaiver
Niko
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What happens?
Piper is being hunted for her blood she is also being looked for by her mates.
We meet Eiseth and see the demon hunter Jessica. Who help her to survive the battle between the Crocs and the Leopards.
Final thoughts
Interesting standalone. Its very fast paced because the book is short and if I'm honest I'd have liked more, this could have been a little trilogy but its still a good read and I enjoyed the romance between the leopards and her. The side story was very interesting and that kept me interested and ignoring how quick this book felt.
Would I read again?: Yes
Would I read this author again?: Yes
bookwife's review
2.0
I like insta love if it’s written right... I didn’t like the way this one was written. I really didn’t like the characters.. and I didn’t really like the story. I’m more interested in Jessie James(sp?) Is there a book for her story out?
mrhaveries's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
nemerith's review
4.0
Piper, a young librarian is working late one night and about to close the library when 3 men enter, seemingly looking for her. After throwing some books around she runs into the arms of a security guard, who much to everyone's surprise, teleports her out of there. And so begins her story :-)
A demon reluctant to fulfil his contract, 3 hot leopard shifters that want to claim her as their mate and a clan of croc shifters that want her potent blood to curse all leopards. Throw in some witches, demon hunters and a cat named Cat Solo and you're good to go!
My take on the book:
I won this book! I was so exited! :D First time I won a book.
I had this on my TBR pile of course, but I won, yay :D
Ahem... yes, on with the review... well, I really enjoyed the book!
World-building was great, taking place in our day and time the author describes scenes and environments very well which makes for easy and immersive reading.
Character development was great!!! Yes, they are mates and feel the instant attraction and even some feelings, but the men give Piper all the room and time (well.. as much as they can) to deal with it and come to terms what is happening.
We get a lot of information and insight on Caleb, Niko, Xavier and Piper, all of that without it getting boring or seem like someone is just stating facts. We know their history, their reasoning and their connection.
One thing I wish we had gotten was some insight into why Pipers father was on board so fast, as we know he is a cop who has seen his fair share of things, but still, some more info on that would have been nice.
Adding the mysterious Morgan, the badass Jess and even sweet demon Eisheth, brought everything together. Very well done!
Pacing and flow were great, naturally there was a lot of talking between the characters, but it was well spread out. And no, it wasn't only talking, there was fighting, dancing and yes, sex to get our heart rates up again ;-)
The book in itself was well written, I found no (noticeable) errors and while this is indeed a standalone novel, it introduced us to some characters that are sure to return in the next novels.
All in all, a very enjoyable read and not too short either. This was the first book I read by the author but it will surely not be my last. Very much looking forward to For Fox Sake in a few months and while sci-fi isn't really my genre, her other series (The Draga Court series) is now on my TBR pile as well!
A demon reluctant to fulfil his contract, 3 hot leopard shifters that want to claim her as their mate and a clan of croc shifters that want her potent blood to curse all leopards. Throw in some witches, demon hunters and a cat named Cat Solo and you're good to go!
My take on the book:
I won this book! I was so exited! :D First time I won a book.
I had this on my TBR pile of course, but I won, yay :D
Ahem... yes, on with the review... well, I really enjoyed the book!
World-building was great, taking place in our day and time the author describes scenes and environments very well which makes for easy and immersive reading.
Character development was great!!! Yes, they are mates and feel the instant attraction and even some feelings, but the men give Piper all the room and time (well.. as much as they can) to deal with it and come to terms what is happening.
We get a lot of information and insight on Caleb, Niko, Xavier and Piper, all of that without it getting boring or seem like someone is just stating facts. We know their history, their reasoning and their connection.
One thing I wish we had gotten was some insight into why Pipers father was on board so fast, as we know he is a cop who has seen his fair share of things, but still, some more info on that would have been nice.
Adding the mysterious Morgan, the badass Jess and even sweet demon Eisheth, brought everything together. Very well done!
Pacing and flow were great, naturally there was a lot of talking between the characters, but it was well spread out. And no, it wasn't only talking, there was fighting, dancing and yes, sex to get our heart rates up again ;-)
The book in itself was well written, I found no (noticeable) errors and while this is indeed a standalone novel, it introduced us to some characters that are sure to return in the next novels.
All in all, a very enjoyable read and not too short either. This was the first book I read by the author but it will surely not be my last. Very much looking forward to For Fox Sake in a few months and while sci-fi isn't really my genre, her other series (The Draga Court series) is now on my TBR pile as well!
bugs97's review
5.0
Loved it
This book sucks you in with the first chapter, I was kinda sceptical, I haven’t been into shifter books lately, but this one made me remember what I love about them. Seriously read it... you won’t be disappointed!
This book sucks you in with the first chapter, I was kinda sceptical, I haven’t been into shifter books lately, but this one made me remember what I love about them. Seriously read it... you won’t be disappointed!
crystal_bookworm's review
5.0
Loved it
Absolutely loved this book and the characters. There was great world building. With a good plot with romance, steam, fluff, action and family. Definitely going to get more books by this author.
Absolutely loved this book and the characters. There was great world building. With a good plot with romance, steam, fluff, action and family. Definitely going to get more books by this author.
pixichloe's review
2.0
dnf at 62%
tried to get through all of it but it just couldn’t keep my attention
tried to get through all of it but it just couldn’t keep my attention
lakea's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
chloehill's review against another edition
dark
relaxing
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
booklovingredhead's review
5.0
I wasn't to sure about this book when I first started to read it but than I was hooked on the second chapter. I really enjoyed reading this book and I flew trough it, I just couldn't put it down. I really enjoyed the character Piper, I found I really related to her. We have a lot in common not a lot of friends, we read books instead of socialize. The only thing different is not I don't have three leopard shifters to call a mate, so if anyone knows if any shifters are looking for a mate, tell them to give me call LOL. Not only was Piper super smart, she was also a kickass person. I mean she literally flicked a book in Caleb's face which was super funny by the way. She also knock a croc out with a book. She also can shoot a gun which is cool. I really liked her relationship with her dad, its kind of like my relationship with my mom. I'd rather hang out with her than with other people.
Now, I personally liked each guy equally. I think they each had a quality that I liked. Caleb of course was super alpha. He had that Piper is mine, don't touch, don't look, don't even think about her vibe going on, which I find super attractive. Xavier was just yummy, he was very dominant with Piper and Niko in the bedroom. Xavier is just like mouth watering hotness, with such a caring side, like his words will melt your heart so be warned. Niko, oh Niko like he was the most caring person ever, with a wild side in the bedroom. I really enjoyed him as a character and now want a boyfriend like him. Want I really liked about all three of these guys, well mostly Xavier and Niko is how they touch and get it on with each other. Like YUM. Their scenes are just pure hotness.
The conflict in this book was also great. I think adding in the second demon was a great idea on Emma deans part. The croc's were not going to wait around, so they went to plan B. Anyway everyone is this scene was just kickass. Everyone was fighting and killing the croc and Piper shot a croc and than the croc's start to get an advantage over her guys and bam Piper turns into a leopard and saves the day.
I highly recommend this book. Its full of action in and out of the bedroom and it had lots of funny moments in it as well. I really wish that this was a series because I would love to read more of their story. I also am looking forward to reading more by Emma Dean, I can only hope the rest of her book are as good as this one.
Now, I personally liked each guy equally. I think they each had a quality that I liked. Caleb of course was super alpha. He had that Piper is mine, don't touch, don't look, don't even think about her vibe going on, which I find super attractive. Xavier was just yummy, he was very dominant with Piper and Niko in the bedroom. Xavier is just like mouth watering hotness, with such a caring side, like his words will melt your heart so be warned. Niko, oh Niko like he was the most caring person ever, with a wild side in the bedroom. I really enjoyed him as a character and now want a boyfriend like him. Want I really liked about all three of these guys, well mostly Xavier and Niko is how they touch and get it on with each other. Like YUM. Their scenes are just pure hotness.
The conflict in this book was also great. I think adding in the second demon was a great idea on Emma deans part. The croc's were not going to wait around, so they went to plan B. Anyway everyone is this scene was just kickass. Everyone was fighting and killing the croc and Piper shot a croc and than the croc's start to get an advantage over her guys and bam Piper turns into a leopard and saves the day.
I highly recommend this book. Its full of action in and out of the bedroom and it had lots of funny moments in it as well. I really wish that this was a series because I would love to read more of their story. I also am looking forward to reading more by Emma Dean, I can only hope the rest of her book are as good as this one.