A review by laughlinesandliterature
The Keeping by Nicky Charles

4.0

I’m so thrilled that Ryne got his own book! I enjoyed Melody and her clumsy but adorable ways. The plot was predictable, but as I said with the first novel, that’s just how I like my romance. I knew Ryne was a nice guy but misunderstood from the first novel, but in this it really shows how easy it would be to misunderstand him. In this book, Ryne is a total ass, I still thought he was funny and sweet, but the way he treated Mel drove me crazy. I knew there was a kind and sensitive guy hiding in there, but it was all hidden by posturing and trying to keep his pack safe. I could understand why Ryne needed to keep his distance, but he was terrible at it, and it only hurt Melody. I know his wolf wanted him to be connected, but I just think that Ryne should’ve handled the situation better. The side characters always make this series better for me, and I adored the hilarious Lucy, gigantic Armand, sweet Ruth, and nosy Beth. They just put the perfect bow on this present. I’m also glad to see that there will be a continuation with the series, I’m concerned about Cassandra, and I’m hopeful that Bryan will be able to find her. I’m definitely looking forward to the next one!