On the heels of Kitty's return from London, a new werewolf shows up in Denver, one who threatens to split the pack by challenging Kitty's authority at every turn. The timing could not be worse; Kitty needs all the allies she can muster to go against the ancient vampire, Roman, if she's to have any hope of defeating his Long Game. But there's more to this intruder than there seems, and Kitty must uncover the truth, fast. Meanwhile, Cormac pursues an unknown entity wreaking havoc across Denver; and a vampire from the Order of St. Lazaurus tempts Rick with the means to transform his life forever.
This book is #11 in the Kitty series, but I do think you could read this one and not be too lost. Of course, you would miss Kitty's transformation from bottom of the pack to alpha wolf as well as all her adventures while coping with lycanthropy. So, even if you did read out of order, I do suggest you go back and witness her character growth. You would not be disappointed.
In this book we get a bit more of a glimpse of the "long game", the war that is brewing within the paranormal community. It's also a book about odd allies and knowing who to trust and how to handle things so you don't burn bridges when you might need the help in the end. No, the war hasn't come yet, but all indications tell us that it is coming and even if it takes a couple more books, it is on the horizon.
Although this book is leading up to a war, it really is more of a character book for Kitty. It's more about how she balances her wolf, responsibilities to the pack and family as well as work and gathering allies. I can see why the book was dedicated to these things. If it was packed into another book, it would have been too much. Still, there is adventure to keep us interested and invested in Kitty and Ben (who I just love together!).
I give this book 4 stars. It's a book that should not be missed. I also recommend this series for anyone who enjoys UF genre as well as a strong, intelligent female heroine.
I received this ARC from Tor and no compensation for my review was given.
I did read the first Kitty but this...11! Makes me faint
ReplyDeleteYou so need to continue with these!
DeleteI also read book one, but then I just stopped. It's weird, I'm a HUGE urban fantasy fan and this may be the only big UF series I never continued. I mean, I'm still going through the Harry Dresden books, but only because they're on audio, and I've given up on a few, but with Kitty, I never made it past book one. I think I'll have to fix that.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad this focuses on the character too, especially so late in the series.
Great review!
I do think you'd like her character growth throughout the series. That is my fave part!
DeleteI've kind of bounced around in this series -- I really need to start at the beginning, though. I do appreciate that you can pick this book up (#11? Wow!) and not be lost, though. I love when authors do that.
ReplyDeleteYou still miss out on her character, I think, but those not wanting to start at the beginning I do think could with this one. You just get more out of it otherwise.
DeleteSeries! I love them cause goodness once I start a series I get hooked on it real fast and there's no going back. I totally need to read this series. I have a feeling I will really like this one.
ReplyDeleteI do think you would like this one Savy!
DeleteNot as far into the series as you are, I'm glad to learn that Kitty's still developing as a character.
ReplyDeleteOh yea... I do think that is consistent with her character. :)
DeleteWow, this series is on book 11 already? I feel like there are so many series out there where I blink and suddenly 8 books have been published and I'm absurdly far behind! I do like the sound of Kitty though, yay for a female alpha!
ReplyDeleteI know! :) I do think you'd really like the character Jenny. Not just kick arse, but vulnerable too!
DeleteMy mom loves this series LOL I haven't read it yet but I have them all on my kindle because of her :)
ReplyDeleteRead 'em! :D Your mom has good taste. :)
DeleteI've only read the first book but I really need to buy the others.
ReplyDeleteOh I do think you'd love this whole series.
DeleteI need to pick up this book! For some reason it's not been published in the UK so I have to wait for Amazon to import it...*impatient mel*
ReplyDeleteI'll definitely have to give book one a try if the series has you hooked after 11 books! Kitty sounds like my kind of heroine. Great review :-)
ReplyDeleteGosh this sounds really good, but book 11?!? Well if I ever end up in bed for an extended stay..this sounds like something I would enjoy, wonderful review Melissa!
ReplyDeleteOooo...poo on me. I haven't even started this series! But really should, along with so many others. Dang this sounds good. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI sort of skimmed the review because I read the first several books but I'm thinking there's 3 or 4 that I haven't read yet so I'm WAY behind. And I had been keeping up so I know now that it's been a few years since I read them so I forgot lots. But I was really enjoying them so I need to get busy and start on them again!
ReplyDeleteI don't know if this is a series I'll read. There are an awful lot of books for me to catch up on. If I wasn't reading anything else, then piece of cake. But I've got so many other books going. Just don't know about this one. And I'm not a huge were fan either.
ReplyDeleteHeather
Though a huge paranormal war would be interesting!
Glad the series is still going strong, I still have to start reading it though.
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to start this series. I guess I'm REALLY far behind though if it's up to book #11. Someday I'll be able to read EVERYTHING lol
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