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courey_loves_books's review against another edition
2.0
This book, in my opinion, was a mess. Very disappointed after the very promising first installment. I couldn't put the first one down and read it all in one night. But The Witch's Dream took me 3 excruciating weeks. I just could not get into it.
willowisp79's review against another edition
2.0
i thought the first book of this series (my familiar stranger) was a great mix of paranormal events with a touch of romance.
This one is massively romance, sex and tension, and not so much of another storyline, sadly.
I do feel a little let down by this one. Or maybe i was expecting more of a harder storyline, but this one covers the pregnancy of Ram and Elora, the huge event that is Kay and Katrina's massive wedding, and the emotional turmoil that Storm is still feeling after being 'passed over' for Ram by Elora.
There is a small storyline about a werewolf that needs to be "dealt with" but, its a bit lack lustre. The werewolf comes along easily, no fighting, and happy for the Order to find him a pack to join. That was it.
Storm features strongly due to him still mourning what he viewed as a loss of a wife in Elora, but then he meets witch Lilath. These two have an instant connection but the first thing Storm blurts out is "im not interested in a relationship". Lilath is a sassy, no nonsense woman, and it takes Storm a long time to realise that what he feels for her, is completely different than what he felt for Elora.....more passion.....
Im a little worried about how the last book will pan out. Ive actually decided to take a break before i read it, and im hoping that when i pick it up, theres a bit more in the book than romance...
(Sorry Ms Danann - i loved the first book and the action that it entailed and would have loved to see it continue)
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This one is massively romance, sex and tension, and not so much of another storyline, sadly.
I do feel a little let down by this one. Or maybe i was expecting more of a harder storyline, but this one covers the pregnancy of Ram and Elora, the huge event that is Kay and Katrina's massive wedding, and the emotional turmoil that Storm is still feeling after being 'passed over' for Ram by Elora.
There is a small storyline about a werewolf that needs to be "dealt with" but, its a bit lack lustre. The werewolf comes along easily, no fighting, and happy for the Order to find him a pack to join. That was it.
Storm features strongly due to him still mourning what he viewed as a loss of a wife in Elora, but then he meets witch Lilath. These two have an instant connection but the first thing Storm blurts out is "im not interested in a relationship". Lilath is a sassy, no nonsense woman, and it takes Storm a long time to realise that what he feels for her, is completely different than what he felt for Elora.....more passion.....
Im a little worried about how the last book will pan out. Ive actually decided to take a break before i read it, and im hoping that when i pick it up, theres a bit more in the book than romance...
(Sorry Ms Danann - i loved the first book and the action that it entailed and would have loved to see it continue)
Read on behalf of CBLS tours for an honest review
rbradley923's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
This read like an extended epilogue and I'm here for it. There were plot threads created that can keep the series going but this story could be seen as a nice HEA for all of Bad Company. Excited to see how it all fall apart on the future so we can get back to more stories with these guys.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Trafficking, Kidnapping, and Pregnancy
jasmyn9's review against another edition
5.0
*If you have not read Book One this may contain spoilers*
Elora's happily ever after continues in Book Two as she prepares for a royal wedding to Ram. All of B Team is invited and Storm is doing his best to be a man about not winning the girl. After they wedding they head to Edinburgh for a few assignments. This is when the story really takes off. When a person very important to B Team is kidnapped Storm is sent on the road with Litha, a very powerful witch and tracker, to hunt them down. Elora and Ram are sent in another direction to find out why there is a werewolf in London (it made me giggle, too).
It may seem like there is a lot going on, but Victoria Danann does a fantastic job of keeping the story flowing and together even when the characters are apart. I think Litha is going to turn into my new favorite. She's fun, powerful, not the type to take crap from anyone, and has a bit of a hereditary card up her sleeve. She knows right away that Storm is her man - now she just need to make sure he realizes it too. Storm is not quite over Elora and definitely isn't look for love at the moment so Litha has her work cut out for her.
There is a lot of excitement in this one and I love that Danann kept all the characters from book one around playing important roles. It makes it so easy to fall into her world the second you pick up the book. I'm not quite sure who we will be watching fall in love in book three...she's left a few options out there to explore. I can't wait to get started.
Elora's happily ever after continues in Book Two as she prepares for a royal wedding to Ram. All of B Team is invited and Storm is doing his best to be a man about not winning the girl. After they wedding they head to Edinburgh for a few assignments. This is when the story really takes off. When a person very important to B Team is kidnapped Storm is sent on the road with Litha, a very powerful witch and tracker, to hunt them down. Elora and Ram are sent in another direction to find out why there is a werewolf in London (it made me giggle, too).
It may seem like there is a lot going on, but Victoria Danann does a fantastic job of keeping the story flowing and together even when the characters are apart. I think Litha is going to turn into my new favorite. She's fun, powerful, not the type to take crap from anyone, and has a bit of a hereditary card up her sleeve. She knows right away that Storm is her man - now she just need to make sure he realizes it too. Storm is not quite over Elora and definitely isn't look for love at the moment so Litha has her work cut out for her.
There is a lot of excitement in this one and I love that Danann kept all the characters from book one around playing important roles. It makes it so easy to fall into her world the second you pick up the book. I'm not quite sure who we will be watching fall in love in book three...she's left a few options out there to explore. I can't wait to get started.
lindca's review
3.0
3.5 stars
The book is more extra-long epilogue to Book 1 than a story distinct in itself. It features the members of Bad Company, introduces a couple new characters who likely will play parts in future books, and generally provides a change in direction for the series. It's fun, but the Storm/Litha storyline gets short shrift amidst the other romantic plotlines.
The book is more extra-long epilogue to Book 1 than a story distinct in itself. It features the members of Bad Company, introduces a couple new characters who likely will play parts in future books, and generally provides a change in direction for the series. It's fun, but the Storm/Litha storyline gets short shrift amidst the other romantic plotlines.
goodenough1016's review against another edition
5.0
The Queen of writing does it again!! Another masterpiece! Love, action, mystery. What more could you ask for??? Seriously, this is the best series of paranormal romance ever! If you haven't started the series you are seriously missing out! Make sure to start with book 1- My Familiar Stranger.
Always a Danann fan :)
Always a Danann fan :)
storiwa's review against another edition
1.0
no idea why i finished this book other than i need something really mindless to read this week while i'm moving.
bookdarling1987's review against another edition
5.0
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This book was a riveting sequel. You must read my Familiar Stranger 1st. Following Ram & Elora this book followed Litha into even more dimensions.
"I don't think you believed me when I said I could be entertaining. I'm going to prove it." It had been a long time since a woman had tried to tell Storm what to do. Undoubtedly this was the first time he had ever been both pleased and amused to obey. After a minute passed he smiled and reached for her. "Well, it's not that looking at you without clothes on isn't entertaining. Because certainly it is, but, strictly speaking, I meant something more along the lines of..." She put her fingers to his lips to shush him and smiled. "Okay. Turn around now." He turned his head and his mouth dropped open of its own accord. Thousands upon thousands of fireflies hovered over the river and danced in the trees on the other side. They swooped, darted, and flitted. It was a spectacle that was magical beyond imagination. Storm laughed out loud, a sound so joyful and so rare it startled him, almost making him jump like a puppy with a grown dog's bark. In that moment, he realized he'd never felt that before - that special happiness that transcends life on earth taking you to a place in spirit called rapture. When he turned to look at Litha, there were fireflies encircling her, lighting her face. So that's what love looks like. When he thought about the fact that he might have missed this, might have missed out on loving Litha... Just a small excerpt from the book. Loved this book!!!!
This book was a riveting sequel. You must read my Familiar Stranger 1st. Following Ram & Elora this book followed Litha into even more dimensions.
"I don't think you believed me when I said I could be entertaining. I'm going to prove it." It had been a long time since a woman had tried to tell Storm what to do. Undoubtedly this was the first time he had ever been both pleased and amused to obey. After a minute passed he smiled and reached for her. "Well, it's not that looking at you without clothes on isn't entertaining. Because certainly it is, but, strictly speaking, I meant something more along the lines of..." She put her fingers to his lips to shush him and smiled. "Okay. Turn around now." He turned his head and his mouth dropped open of its own accord. Thousands upon thousands of fireflies hovered over the river and danced in the trees on the other side. They swooped, darted, and flitted. It was a spectacle that was magical beyond imagination. Storm laughed out loud, a sound so joyful and so rare it startled him, almost making him jump like a puppy with a grown dog's bark. In that moment, he realized he'd never felt that before - that special happiness that transcends life on earth taking you to a place in spirit called rapture. When he turned to look at Litha, there were fireflies encircling her, lighting her face. So that's what love looks like. When he thought about the fact that he might have missed this, might have missed out on loving Litha... Just a small excerpt from the book. Loved this book!!!!