Favorite Quote: “I’m not saying you don’t have the God-given right to be neurotic, but must you exploit that privilege?”

Riley Porter, a raven shifter, has found a home for herself and more importantly for her kids with the Phoenix Wolf Pack. Though she knows not everyone is thrilled with her being there, she never expected to wake up in bed after an impromptu party and copious amounts of tequila with her most vocal dissenter…the very sexy Tao Lukas.

Tao doesn’t like change and nor many people. As the head enforcer for the Phoenix Pack, his job is to sniff out danger before it happens and his nose is saying Riley isn’t being completely honest about why she left her pack. But the sexual tension that has been building between them has become impossible to ignore and after Tao gets a taste of Riley, he admits his feelings for her are deeper than just a one time fling.

Riley agrees to give their attraction a chance and see where it leads, even inviting Tao to come with her to her uncles’ anniversary party. When Riley’s uncle is shot, her secrets begin to come to light, putting her and the pack in danger. As Tao works to discover who wants to harm Riley and the pack, he realizes that he will do whatever it takes to keep his family and his mate safe.

Though this is the 6th book in a well-established series, the storyline is inclusive enough to stand on its own. Enemies to lovers relationships are always fun to watch unfold and this couple certain provides plenty of entertainment-vocally and sexually. I’m glad Wright decided to go with Riley’s story next. I’ve been waiting to know more about her since first meeting her during Savage Urges. Riley is a raven shifter who left her flock for reasons and ends up in the Phoenix Pack by way of Makenna Wray. Strong, intelligent, loyal, and delightfully snarky, Riley fits in perfectly with this pack with her playful ways and deadly skills. Her two kids-Dexter and Savannah-are quite funny with their little quirks and habits.

Though I wasn’t too keen on Tao at first, he’s been rather quiet in the background, I soon realized he was a perfect match for Riley. A grumpy dominant through and through, he has a way of cutting through the artifice and telling you exactly how it feels. A bit rude and crude at times, he does what he wants when he wants with one hundred percent focus and precision. Riley infuriates him, annoys him, confounds him, and tempts him like no other. He gives her plenty of room to grow but refuses to allow her to shut him out like she does the others.

I love that Wright’s PNRs are so modern, sexy, and fun. There aren’t any of the strict and obviously misogynistic rules in here regarding females, different species fraternization, or mating that you find in some of the other shifter stories. The males and females are equals in every way and while the males may devolve into some alpha melodramatic moments when they find the one they want to be with, there are lines they know they can’t cross and still live to talk about it. The females in here aren’t pushovers and don’t put up with anyone’s crap.

“Hit me,” Tao repeated, sensing just how on edge she was. “You’re gonna snap if you don’t get it all out of you. Don’t worry; I can take a punch from an itty-bitty thing like-motherfucker!”

Two intriguing storylines intertwine with the romance, using Riley’s past and an external source to expand the character base and strengthen what is already in play arc wise. I was a little shocked at how easily Riley and Tao fall into a relationship after we are told of Tao’s antagonism towards Riley. Riley has some misgivings when they wake up in bed together but Tao basically just tells her to deal and she does. The fiery chemistry between them does help to create a more believable venture. Their attraction for one another is seen and felt in every scene they appear in; encouraged by some seriously steamy and bold love scenes. I love a couple who has fun in and out of bed and this couple definitely does. I’m hiding my quote under the NSFW tag because it’s really explicit. :)

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I did have some issues. The two plotlines were weak and not as developed as some seen in previous installments. There were just too many questions left unanswered and it was hard to get involved with either one as most of the investigations were done off screen. I wish we had been given a bit more information and about the Raven shifters. Wright stayed rather vague about them as a whole. There were also some sexual aspects that were not sexy. Scooping out cream is not a sexy phrase or act. If you can scoop anything out of your vagina, you need medical treatment. Also, anal sex without lube is not sexy. Telling someone they’ll enjoy it and not to worry, is not sexy or consent. I need to hear/read the words. Lastly, I’m tired of Greta. Her time spent as the series antagonist has gone from mildly amusing to irritating. I’m not a fan of letting elders verbally abuse the people around them.

The ending comes at us hard and fast as the pack is attacked on multiple fronts and Tao and Riley have to fight to the death to protect the pack and each other. All in all, Wright continues to entertain with this series and despite my issues, I’ll still recommend these as enjoyable fast reads with sexy and snarky heroes and heroines who kick ass and always willing to cross the line for those they love.

RATING: C

This book had everything I love – a spunky female lead, smutty goodness, and an engaging mystery.

Riley is the quirky raven shifter who brought two lovable misfit children to the Phoenix Pack. She and Tao have been dancing around each other since she got there. What might have looked like animosity has quickly grown into a burning desire. These two are *fabulous* together, especially because nothing is ever predictable.

Tao has done his best to sneak up on the raven shifter, but eventually a drunken night and a phone call from Riley’s past puts him in a position to push his luck. Who knew that a trip to Riley’s old home would involve an attempt on their life and the lives of those around them? I guess it should have been expected from this unpredictable duo.

Caught between trying to find a killer and coming to grips with her past, Riley also manages to let Tao in. I can’t say enough good things about this pair! They are now officially my favorite in the series. I wish there was more story from them – I could read a whole other book just for the witty banter.

I'm a fan of Suzanne Wright and I'm a fan of this series. So okay there wasn't anything new or ground breaking about this book in the series. We have an alpha male (although Tao isn't quite as Alpha as some of the other leads) and a snarky female with great one liners. Tao and Riley are very different but they worked well together and I really enjoyed the time they spent with the raven pack. I thought the villain was fairly obvious and the motive a little weak but I read these books for the funny moments, the pack relationships and some hot sex scenes which is all provided in this book. The formula for this series just works for me and I enjoy it! I know what I'm going to get when I pick up a Phoenix Pack book and this didn't let me down. I'm really looking forward to Trick's book :0

ARC courtesy of NetGalley in exchange for an honest review
I've been waiting forever to read Tao and Riley's book and it did not disappoint.
I'm a huge Suzanne Wright fan and Phoenix Pack series got me hooked from the very beginning.
The writing is beautiful and easy...the story is a amazing.
Riley has been staying with the Phoenix Pack since the last book and Tao was not very accepting of her being there at the beginning. While the journey is not easy , both Riley and Tao prove that if you really want something , you will get it even if you have to fight for it to the death.
The book is full with love, romance and suspense, steam and also a little bit of mystery.

Can't wait for the next book!

Tao and Riley's Story: 4.5 Stars!

Suzanne Wright sure has a way with making opposites attract work in the best of ways. Tao and Riley both have very strong personalities. You wouldn't think they could work as a couple but they were the perfect compliment to each other.

I'm a big fan of this author because she brings me the dominant males I like to read about in my books but she's also very good at writing strong female role models. One's who not only handle the alpha male with finesse, but gives as good as they get. No doormat heroines with this author.

In previous books, you would not have thought to put this couple together. They seemed to not like each other, yet the transition from hate to lust to love was done smoothly and effortlessly.

I love when a couple can argue sensibly and not react in stupid ways. The way these two worked together made the story a fun read and so many great side characters to add to the overall enjoyment of the story. I can't wait for more! ARC provided by NetGalley.

3.5 Stars

Riley Porter has been welcomed into the Phoenix pack after seeking sanctuary for her and her two young charges there. While things started out a little rocky with the packs Head Enforcer, Tao Lukas, they have finally started to get along together... in bed...

When Riley decides to return to her former flock for a visit and the past she left behind starts to turn into a new danger. But she, Tao and the rest of her honorary pack are ready to take on the unknown threat...

I loved Riley's personality, she is hilarious and doesn't let Tao get away with much. Tao is very honest about not wanting to mate, but when he and Riley finally connect, he isn't stubborn about the bond they start to share.

This was a good read. As book number six in the Phoenix Pack series, Tao and Riley's story was focused on a new threat from the previous books and we were introduced to some new characters. I loved seeing our old favorites from the previous books and all of the returning characters with their crazy personality quirks.

I received a complimentary copy of this book for my honest and unbiased review.

4.5 stars- herein lies a great escape

It's been years since I first began the Mercury Pack series and still it remains my favorite shifter series. Yes, there's a formula to each book, but it has yet to bore me. With each book, Miss Wright manages to switch up enough details that it's just comfortable enough, while still being entertaining and delivering some excitement.

I've liked Tao's character for a while so I was excited when the author announced he was up next. What I didn't expect (until the fourth book, that is), is that he'd be paired with a raven shifter. I liked that aspect quite a lot, getting details into a different shifter animal, their habits, and the way the flock works was interesting. Riley's character was a great match for Tao. I never have to fear a weak, doormat of a heroine with this author, but Riley was extra snipey, which proved to be perfect for Tao. Their back and forth made for great dialogue, funny moments, and some great angry sex. And yes, once again, we've got some fantastically hot scenes that never crosses into that gratuitous sex area. I thought the push and pull between them was just enough, and I thoroughly enjoyed this couple.

More than the couple, I thought the conflicts driving the plot throughout Fierce Obsessions were very strong. Going into any shifter book, things will always have a suspend-your-disbelief quality to them, but I find Miss Wright routinely walks that divide and it's never so ridiculous that I'm rolling my eyes. This book in particular had a few unknowns that kept me guessing as things progressed, and I was a little surprised when the final climax occurred. The action scenes were written well and the pace reflected the intensity, keeping me completely engaged in the battles.

It's rare for a series to keep delivering something that catches and keeps my interest six books in, but the Phoenix Pack series does just that. I love that this series has reliable elements: sarcastic humor, fun group interactions, strong characters, revisits with former couples and fave characters, steamy scenes, action, and intriguing conflicts. I also love that there is enough switched up book to book to keep me coming back for more. I always read these books fast because they make for a great escape, and Fierce Obsessions was no exception. Even better, if you've never picked up a book by this author, you can choose any title and know it can easily read as a standalone and won't leave a reader confused over references to the past. If you're a fan of shifter books or looking to try one out, this is always my go to recommendation.

this seriesSuzanne's writing NEVER fails to pull me in immediately and not let go even after the book is finished.  Her characters are genuine, honest to goodness characters that you can't help but fall in love with.  I couldn't tell you between the Phoenix and Mercury Pack series which book would be my favorite because they are all amazing.

Tao has always been a wild card for me.  We met him in the very being when Taryn first came to the pack and when things went down between him, Trey, and Taryn he kind of disappeared into the shadows.  He intrigued me then and that hasn't wained throughout all the books it took to get us from then to now.  He is a complex and demanding character.  Though he is very taciturn it's beautiful to see how he lights up when he's with Riley and how in turn that lights her up too.

I wasn't sure how I'd feel about Riley because she was a Raven shifter.  All the shifters before have been cats and wolves, larger predators, with aggressive tendencies and what I assumed would make for a more pronounced character.  Boy was I wrong!  Riley was this amazing mix of playful and cunning.  Aloof but, always in the know.  She never let anything past her and was fiercely of those she considered hers.  She was an absolute joy to read about.

I love this book, I love series, I love all her wolf series, and I absolutely love this author.  I've read all of her books and she has never once let me down.  I'm on the edge of my seat as I wait to see what and who she'll give us next.

Another good installment in the series! I was happy to see Tao get his HEA. Good story with plenty of action and romance.

Great continuation to the series. Tao doesn't want a mate, but realizes he can't deny Riley. She isn't too ken on the idea either. They have to face danger when they go back to Riley's flock as well as danger from another group.

I don’t know when this happened but Suzanne Wright has definitely become one of my favourite authors. Ms Wright definitely falls on my auto-buy list and she should be on yours too!
Fierce Obsessions is the sixth book in The Phoenix Pack series and not only do I adore this series but I really adored Fierce Obsessions. It was exactly what I wanted and what I thought it would be. Filling in Riley’s blanks and giving us their HEA and lots of hot sex and more time with Savannah and Dexter.

Tao and Riley up until this point haven’t really gotten along. Tao didn’t trust Riley and therefore didn’t want her in the pack. The way Fierce Obsessions opens really shocked me but made me giggle too. It wasn’t how I expected the story to open at all but it worked.

The overall storyline worked really well for me because there was more than one thing going on and while some authors may have struggled to keep the pace of more than one plotline going, it’s something Ms Wright really exceeds at. If you’ve read previous books in the series then you know what I mean.

I enjoyed guessing who the villain was and how it would work and I it didn’t quite go as I expected which made me enjoy it more because you don’t really want an awesome story that falls flat because you can guess who the villain is straight away and what they are going to do and there is more than one villain in Fierce Obsessions which helped keep me off balance in guessing what would happen which I enjoyed immensely.

I’ve relly liked Tao, from the first book and I liked him even more in Fierce Obsessions. He was still very alpha and dominant but he wasn’t as much as an asshole to Riley has he had been and it was nice to be let in on his feelings and see how he learnt more about her and how to ‘woo’ her in his way. Riley is a classic Ms Wright Character, although she’s less snarky than some of Ms Wright’s other characters, Riley still fit in well with the other female pack members. I always really enjoy the female characters Ms Wright writes and Riley was no exception. She’s tough, spunky, sly, cunning and a fighter. It was also really fun to see another pack that wasn’t wolves as Riley is a raven and while I didn’t particularly like her old pack it was still interesting to see how they differed from the wolves.

Overall, while this book is the sixth in the series and because not only do I enjoy this series but enjoy the author and therefore have to say read the series you don’t technically need to read the series to read this book. But I bet if you read this book, there is no way you wouldn’t then go back and read the other books in the series and the spin-off series too!

To be honest, I highly recommend anything written by Suzanne Wright, her writing and storytelling has only gotten better as the years go on and I find them extremely enjoyable and think you will too.

As a huge Suzanne Wright fan I tend to read every book of hers that I come across. So when I seen and grabbed Fierce Obsessions from Netgalley I did a little happy dance. When I seen it was Tao's book I did a happy squeal. Like always Suzanne Wright delivered a great read that made me laugh out loud and kept me happy for hours. I have been wanting Tao's book for a while now. I have loved him, Ryan, and Dom since book 1. Now I just need Dom's book and all will be right in my world. I wouldn't mind Trick's book too. I can't wait to see if Trick ends up mated to a male or female.
Tao was Tao. I already loved him. As a reader of this series I have had many books to get to know Tao and fall in love with him. He was just as great in this book as he was in the others. Strong, outspoken, fiercely protective, loyal, and sexy as hell. Riley was great too. She was funny, laid back, had a sassy mouth, was a kick ass fighter, at times a little closed off, but protective of those she loved. Riley and Tao together had me laughing so hard. They picked on and fought with each other like foreplay. I thought it was hilarious that Riley would steal Tao's things and make up random statistics. They had a great relationship build up and a strong connection. The passion was of course great because Suzanne Wright knows how to write some smokin' hot smexy time.
I really loved getting to catch up with all the past couples and the kids. Trey and Taryn are of course my all time favorite couple of the series still, but they are just so epic. I enjoyed Riley's uncles. I kinda wanted them to join the Phoenix pack too. I really loved the kids Dex and Savannah. They just have such cute personalities. There was plenty of ass kicking action in this book to keep it from getting boring. I really loved that Riley was kicking ass with the best of them. I especially loved how when some one pissed her off she would just grab em by the throat. The throat grab upped her bad ass points in my book. Overall a great addition to this series. I can't wait for the next book. Here's hoping it's Dom.

Another fantastic addition to the series featuring strong, sassy females and the alpha males that fall for them. This book had it all, romance, mystery, mayhem and a whole host of familiar characters. I adore this series and can't wait for the next instalment.

I was fascinated with Riley when she was introduced in Savage Urges. A raven and a wolf - who woulda thunk? And it totally worked because Riley is kickass tough with such a soft center that she keeps well hidden. She takes no prisoners, is protective, loyal, strong, resilient and gives her all for those she loves. Tao is a alpha hardass, with a huge dollop of alpha hotness - just like I like them - ALL alpha. And this is why SW's writing totally works for me.

I did worry that Riley was going to go TSTL on me, thankfully that didn't happen. There was a little bit of pushing away, but Tao being the hardass was just totally oblivious to this and charged full steam ahead to get his girl.

I loved spending time with the Phoenix pack, catching up with old friends and snorting at the banter that SW excels at.

I've got to tell you... I thought I would get tired of this series because every book has a similar story but truth is Suzanne Wright has a way of writing such intriguing characters and beautifully written stories that have action, love and comedy all together and don't let us get bored. Each book I find myself more captivated.
Fierce Obsessions is about Tao, the Head Enforcer of the Phoenix Pack, and Riley, a raven shift that has taken sanctuary in the pack. I won't go into details about the story so not to ruin anything but I'll say that for me,this book comes close to the beauty that is Dark Instincts, Marcus and Roni's book, which is undoubtedly my favorite of the series.
Although I LOVED the book, I'm even more excited about Trick's and especially Dom's books. There's something about that sweet perv that just has me see curious.
I absolutely loved the book and would recommend to anyone who liked alpha males and equally alpha females that don't makes their life easy but that truly love each other. Even if you aren't a big fan of paranormal or shapeshifter books, I wasn't either but Suzanne Wright converted me, she is a automatic buy for me. I look forward seeing more of this and the Mercury Pack series!

I love this series! I always look forward to jumping back into it and this one was no exception.

By this point if your this far into the series you know what your getting with it. While it does have the same story layout there is a reason why I keep going back. I love the characters and the whole world building so even though each characters story has the same kind of layout each one furthers the story along. I really like these books its good romance, funny characters and really good world building. I would definitely recommend this book and series!

I can't wait to read Dominic's book he's one I'm looking forward too the most! so will for sure keep my eye out for that one!

Tao is the leader of the Phoenix Pack that trades in Riley, a line raven shifter. Initially, he is quite suspicious of her but as time passes, he wants to make her his. The two have a lot of steamy tension to keep you intrigued. I like how well developed the story was.

In Fierce Obsessions, We have Riley and Tao's Story. Tao is the head enforcer of the Phoenix Pack, and is pretty overprotective of the pack especially when new arrivals come into it. Riley, is a raven shifter and is one of the newest additions to the pack. At first Tao doesn't hide his mistrust of her at all. Riley hasn't had a an easy time of it. She was forced to become a loner, without a pack but became a protector of two orphaned shifters and will do anything to keep them safe and happy, and that includes dealing with the grumpy head enforcer Tao. But then his feelings for her change, and now Tao will have to prove himself to her.

What a book this turned out to be and I loved every moment with these two and was thrilled to have the chance to review this. There is something so real about this series, I have fallen hard for this series. Its not only the romances that I fall for, but seeing the pack dynamics and the great world building that we see as this author develops this series and the connecting series The Mercury Pack. Tao is one of my favorite characters of the series, but I will admit that he can be mean and rude at times and this story we see this grumpy wolf have to work hard to get his girl and with two protective children in tow, it is not going to be easy for him, but he definitely rises up to the challenge. From the beginning of the story, we see Tao and Riley drawn into danger and the secrets of Riley's past. And boy does this book get intense with the mystery and the action and seeing the plot develop into a wild ride of sexy lovin, drama, silly laughs and a love story that will melt your heart. Definitely a keeper in my book. Fantastic job Wright!! You keep rocking this series.

FIERCE OBSESSIONS is the sixth book in The Phoenix Pack Series and we have Tao's book here. To be honest I didn't think I was going to like Tao's book all that much, because, let's be honest, some of the time Tao is an ass. And plus we just met Riley is the previous book, and didn't know too much about her, but surprisingly this book was very entertaining.

Tao probably won't ever be one of my favorite shifters, but I still enjoyed the book. I mainly enjoyed learning more about Riley. And I love her as a heroine. We basically have the same formula every book. Overbearing Alpha male, sexy times, Humor, Bitches mouthing off to the heroine. I love it all! FIERCE OBSESSIONS was way way better than the previous book. Looking forward to the next Suzanne Wright book!

I love this author and the series . Not sure that this book would be the best place to start as not much back story is given for any of the secondary characters but as I already knew them there was no confusion for me as to where people sat in the packs. Highly recommend you start with the first books but this one is another in the series with a strong female not overwhelmed by the alpha male in the story