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Great read, 1st time reading this author and loved it. When Shane runs into the witch that cursed him and his brothers, the only objective he has is getting her to undo the curse. But that isn’t going to be easy, especially when he finds hisself naked and handcuffed to a bed with magical cuffs. This book had suspense and even made me laugh in places, but who wouldn’t laugh at a vampire who wakes up in a skimpy bathing suit.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own
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This book was enjoyable just as the others in the series were. I love getting to see different stories within the same world unfold. There is always something new to be told and exposed, and this series certainly does that.
Thank you NetGalley for an arc of this book.
This is book 3 in The Crown's Wolves and while it could be read as a standalone, I would absolutely read the previous books before reading this one. All of these characters are introduced in the previous books and there is a bigger story ARC at play within the books. If he doesn't break the curse tying him and his brothers to the Crown of England as paranormal terrorist hunters, they'll be forced to execute him. An accidental demon possession erodes Shane Lanzo's sanity. Sometimes he's in control. Sometimes not. His only hope is the witch who cast the curse, which is a problem. The last two times he approached her, the feisty enchantress somehow tamed the demon inside him, but rendered him useless against his desire for her. Madeline Edney sucks at being a witch. Her casting the curse on the lycan brothers was a fluke, and it destroyed her life. She's been hunted by the Crown ever since to make sure she doesn't try to undo the curse. She never expected Shane to find her so easily. He's a temptation that promises zinger chemistry, her absolute weakness. One taste was gratifying. Two was foolish. Three has become an addiction. Lifting the curse requires she forfeit her life, but if the hunters kill her, it leaves Shane at the mercy of the Crown. Either way she dies. Shane has a choice: freedom for his family, risking Madeline in the process or a chance at happiness with the witch who fated his brothers as prisoners for eternity.
I had been impatiently waiting for Shane's story since it was teased he was still alive, and this story in no way disappointed!! Shane left his brother's in order to keep them safe, or at least that is what he thinks. Shane (and his brother's) have been through so much while in forced service. But they have never forgotten their love for their family, nor why they had done the things they did to begin with. I loved the banter between Shane and his "demon". The chemistry between him and Madeline was great and I loved how everything plays out between them. I loved when his brother's are brought back to him, along with his Mom. Throw in Madeline's Aunt and the way she acts with everything? I absolutely loved this story and didn't want it to end! I love this series, so I am hopeful for spin-off's and more books in it!
This is the kind of book I like to describe as "comfort trash." A cliché storyline with a HEA that you can breeze through when you just need a good distraction from life. My problem with this was the characterization seemed a bit wishy washy and inconsistent. The drama was good, the action was well-detailed, but sometimes the behavior of a character in one moment would change so quickly the next that it gave me whiplash. However, the lore was really cool, the series has good continuity, and Baku made everything worth it for me.
This was such a wonderful continuation of the series. I loved the way the story flowed and the chemistry was just next level. Fantastic
Yet another fantastic book from Zoe Forward. Total Eclipse of the Moon is the 3rd installment of the Crown Wolves Series and its a zinger. The steam between Shane and Madeline is very hot in this action packed novel.
"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about dancing in the rain." - Madeline
Tropes -
>A Witch Hunt
>We're Supposed To Be Enemies but want to be Lovers
>Dancing with your Demons
>When your family already hates your girlfriend
>Death
Finally! We get to meet Shane. If you haven't read the other Crown Wolf books, I suggest you do and then read this one because Shane was worth waiting for. The chemistry between Shane and Madeline was just divine. He truly saw her. Madeline also understood how to communicate with Baku, the demon cohabitating with Shane (read the book). Madeline is a very unique Witch with a story you will want to read. Suffice to say she cat the original curse that tied the Shane and his brothers to the English Monarchy. Only she can undue it. But at what cost.
Roman, Ky, Flynn, Evie, are back along with Efram, Dom and our favorite vampire, Antonio. Madeline 's aunt Cora plays a large part in this. We also see some Archangels. The interaction of the characters with Shane and Madeline is sometimes messy and sometimes really fascinating. I particularly liked how Evie, Shane's mother, treated Madeline. I also liked the relationship between Cora and Madeline.
This book was extremely fast paced with action happening all the time. This is something I really love in a book. I read it over the course of about 4 and a half hours.
I give this book 5 stars and a 3 on the Scoville Spice Scale.
Again, another hit for Zoe Forward!
A Read Not To Be Missed!
Ooh! One Sexy, Sultry, Intense Steamy Read, Fantastic!
An action packed page-turning read that I couldn’t put down. It had it all, wonderful characters their personalities shine throughout the storyline.
This author’s stories will keep you gripped to each page, there is so much going on, the tenderness and chemistry which shines through with Shane and Madeline will make you swoon with some witty moments that will make you smile.
If you love to read paranormal, shifter reads this is highly recommended. You won’t be disappointed and I really cannot wait for the next in the series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The chemistry between the main characters was impeccable and the spice was steamy 🥵 The banter throughout the book had me laughing out loud and smiling constantly. I truly hope there will be more to this series soon,
Total Eclipse of the Moon by Zoe Forward is such an amazing read. The book got me hooked up from chapter 1. The book got a little hot and spicy from the sexual tension, a little of angst, the darkness of grief from the lost ones, a rollercoaster ride of emotional scenes and a promise of beautiful happy ending.
This book are well written story with an interesting storyline. I fell in love with the strong female character who wasn't only portrayed as a witch but many more. The hardship that's been through by the female characters make me feel she is such a wonderful character.
For a fantasy lover, this book packed with lycans, witches, vampire, demon and my most favorite part are dragons. Everything that I love to read about are in this book. This is more than I can ever asked.
This book got everything I'll ever wanted, the sweetness in romance, the hot steamy scenes and packed with thrilling action. I'll definitely be reading more from Zoe Forward and I'm looking forward to read the next story.