Title: Wicked Werewolf Night
Author: Lisa Renee Jones
First published December 13, 2011
52 pages, ebook
ISBN: 9781465994868
Rating: 3.76
Overview
Aylia Richardson is a witch with a mission – to uncover the secrets of the powerful and mysterious leader of The Werewolf Society’s Royal Guard, Nico Moore. But when their paths cross, the attraction between them is undeniable.
Nico knows that Aylia holds the key to a gift that could destroy his entire race, but he can’t bring himself to harm the only woman he’s ever considered his mate. As they navigate their dangerous desires, they must also confront the dangerous forces that threaten to tear them apart.
This thrilling novel is a continuation of the beloved ‘Vampire Warden’ series, and will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
About the Author
Lisa Renee Jones, a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, has gained critical acclaim for her INSIDE OUT series. The series creates a beautiful, intricate, and sensual world that brims with suspense and intrigue.
The character of Sara is strong, sexy, flawed, and complex, making her a modern woman with whom everyone can relate.
Apart from the INSIDE OUT series, Lisa has published many other successful titles. Her TALL, DARK AND DEADLY series and THE SECRET LIFE OF AMY BENSEN series have spent several months on the bestseller lists of both the New York Times and USA Today.
Currently, Lisa is working on a new series called Dirty Money, which promises to be dark and edgy and is published by St. Martin’s Press.
Before becoming a published author, Lisa owned a multi-state staffing agency that was recognized numerous times by The Austin Business Journal and praised by Dallas Women’s Magazine. In 1998, Entrepreneur Magazine listed Lisa as the #7 growing women-owned business.
Lisa loves to hear from her readers and is active on Twitter and Facebook daily. You can reach her at the provided email address.
Editoral Review
Book Review: Wicked Werewolf Night by Lisa Renee Jones
Lisa Renee Jones is a New York Times bestselling author of romance and suspense novels. In 2011, she published Wicked Werewolf Night, a paranormal romance novel that explores the forbidden romance between a werewolf and a human.
Set in the small town of Wolf Creek, the novel follows the story of Abby, a human who is drawn to the mysterious and dangerous werewolf, Kane. Despite the disapproval of the werewolf pack and the danger that comes with being with a werewolf, Abby cannot resist Kane’s charm and passion.
As their relationship deepens, they must navigate the challenges of their different worlds and the threat of a rival pack.
Jones does an excellent job of building a rich and immersive world of werewolves and humans, with vivid descriptions of the town and its inhabitants. The characters are well-developed, with complex motivations and backstories that add depth to the story.
Abby is a strong and independent heroine who defies societal expectations and fights for what she wants, while Kane is a brooding and enigmatic hero who struggles to balance his duty to his pack with his love for Abby.
The pacing of the novel is steady, with enough action and suspense to keep the reader engaged, but also enough romance and intimacy to satisfy fans of the genre. The love scenes are steamy and sensual, but tastefully written.
One of the strengths of the novel is its exploration of themes of prejudice, identity, and acceptance. The werewolves in the novel are seen as outsiders and are discriminated against by humans, which mirrors real-world issues of racism and discrimination.
Jones does a commendable job of weaving these themes into the story without being preachy or heavy-handed.
However, the novel is not without its flaws. The plot is fairly predictable, with few surprises or twists.
The secondary characters are somewhat underdeveloped and lack the depth of the main characters. Additionally, some readers may find the werewolf mythology to be overly simplistic or clichéd.
Overall, Wicked Werewolf Night is a well-written and engaging paranormal romance novel that will appeal to fans of the genre. While it may not break new ground in terms of plot or mythology, it is a satisfying and enjoyable read.
I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a steamy and romantic escape into a world of werewolves and forbidden love.
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars.
