This would be my 2nd time reading this book. But also the first time I've listened to the audio book. The first time I read this book, I know I enjoyed it immensely as it has action, mystery, interesting characters, and hilarious moments that make me smile and laugh. This time around, despite enjoying it very much while feeling the same emotions about this book when I read it the first time, I sort of have mixed feelings about it and I'm not sure why. Maybe there is something I feel like is missing. Or it could be I just wasn't in the mood to read this book again.
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I honestly do like the characters. Finn, Marcus, Karsyn, and the other characters are all really interesting. I am curious though, of just how old Marcus is and why he seems to be different compared to other vampires. (I'm going to avoid being specific on this subject as I think this plays sort of a vital role in the story or at least might be a major spoiler) There is the thing he confirmed about himself to Finn, but that doesn't exactly make sense on why Finn is noticing these things about Marcus that is so different or is a whole lot better than his past experiences. Marcus did confirm that DeGray, Karsyn, and Brooks are all older compared to other vampires, but Finn can tell that Marcus is older than all three of them (Marcus also pretty much confirms that as well). I am also interested in learning more about Marcus's past, as from what he had said, it doesn't seem like he has any children of his own. He also mentioned he had once been trapped in a cage at one point in his life. Why did he never have children of his own? Was it because of what happened with the woman he had mentioned to Finn? How did he even end up getting that severely hurt in the first place? Why would someone trap him in a cage? I just feel like there is so much more to learn about Marcus as a character, such as why he has kept his distance from other people/vampires for so long and why his brother apparently tried to kill him. I will say that listening to the audio book for the first time made me realize that Marcus's favorite thing to say is: 1. No. 2. I'm sorry. And 3. I'll protect you. As he says those things or similar things constantly, despite how cute or amusing it can be. Finn's favorite things to say seem to be: 1. Oh so sexy (lol). 2. Thank you. And 3. I'm fine.
I did find the whole "getting back at his fellow co-workers" scene to be hilarious. For some reason, I honestly thought I recalled that he started laughing in an evil like manner during that scene when they all started kneeling before him or when he attacked Wren, but I must have made that up in my head.
I am really curious though on who exactly is stalking Finn. It had to be an ancient vampire, but I don't really understand his fixation on Finn or why he basically tortured Finn in the past. I also don't get why he was with his mother during the car accident when she should have probably still been in jail and didn't have any custody over him. Was his mother somehow involved with his stalker? When did the stalking start happening? I also feel like the stalker vampire is somehow behind or involved with the group who is behind the drugs, as it couldn't be just a coincidence that he appeared in the same club as Marcus and Finn were investigating. I kind of thought maybe it could be Marcus's brother, but Marcus would know by his scent, voice, and so forth if it was. Also, his brother and Marcus are probably very similar in age, and this stalker vampire has to be older than Marcus from how powerful his aura was. So it has to be someone we've not met yet. It is creepy though how he always seems to know where Finn is. Maybe the blood he gave Finn acts as sort of a beacon or tracker? I am also curious about Orin as well. What does he do for a living? Does Finn's sister work in their father's company? Is he the oldest vampire in the city or is Marcus older or of similar age to Orin? Why hasn't he done anything or confronted the stalker? Is the stalker that strong that both Marcus and Orin are afraid of him? I think one of the issues I am having with this book is the writing. Nothing against the author as I enjoy reading her books, but the base outline of the characters is a bit redundant. Short, smart mouthed/sassy main character1, who likes to make jokes/innuendos, and loves animals. Tall, physically fit main character2/love interest, gradually softens to main character1 and falls in love despite being relatively mean to each other with their teasing. Also, having an older mentor who sometimes acts as a fatherly figure towards main character 1 or 2. And there is always a cute pet, such as a dog. I've read quite a few of this author's books and these are things that are used constantly in her books that are all very similar but seems to work for her. This is the first time I've had this issue, but I kind of wish she could change things up a bit and go outside the box she has built.
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well developed characters and a solid mystery
This story had been recommended to me by an independent reader group I joined and oh my GOSH am I glad it was. The most noticeable thing when you start the story is how the author doesn’t pop off with an info dump. The characters aren’t explained, they’re introduced. And they are introduced RIGHT. You get to know them more as you read, almost as if you are actually in the story and getting to know them personally. I loved the fact that the main character’s disability got proper representation and that the focus wasn’t on that solely, but still addressed it. The characters and the story felt so real and the mystery aspect was incredibly well done. There are pieces that the reader can put together but it still takes you on a journey with unexpected twists the whole way! I’d say the only thing keeping me from falling head over heels for it is just a personal preference/dissatisfaction with how the relationship took a fast turn at one point in the story. Especially for Marcus’s end, it felt somewhat unexpected like there was no buildup for him, or it at least didn’t get covered enough before he came around to accepting Finn’s feelings. But WOW are they a 🔥🔥🔥 couple. A power couple if you will. I have never seen a character with a personality quite like Finn and his sass alone could have kept me entertained as if it were it’s own plot. Seriously, Finn by far has to be one of my favorite characters of all time. Almost IMMEDIATELY I was captured by his sarcasm and playfulness. 😂👏🏻 I can’t stress it enough when I say that I love all the characters in this story. They were all so well put together and interesting. A BANGER! A MUST FOR MM FANS! Like myself haha.
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