This was a good ending for the Lone Wolf series, but I’m sad it’s over. While this is a part of a series, it can be read as a read alone. The book is fast paced and had me reading it as fast as I could to see what was going to happen next. Thank you NetGalley and Entangled Publishing for the eARC.

This is book 3 in a series but can be read as a stand alone. I really enjoyed the progression of Onyx and Dagen’s relationship. The pacing was good and it was hard to put down. I look forward to reading more from N.J. Walters

Very interesting start! Hooked me in right away. Loved the characters and how their relationship develops over time. While technically it is the third book, I had no problem understanding as it is a standalone. I definitely need to read the others in this series.

While I was given an e-ARC of this book via Entangled Publishing, all thoughts and opinions are my own.

This is the third and final book in this series - it features the Black Wolf , Dagen , an Immortal wolf , a
protector of wolf packs against rogues .......... a wolf being hunted for his blood
Dagen has been the 'fixer' for the White and Grey wolves , hiding in plain sight so to speak ,
but he can no longer keep up the pretence . His fated mate is Onyx , a woman with magic honed under
terrible circumstances , a woman he is determined keep at arms length despite the attraction between them .
An attraction they finally succumb to , sparks flying before finally agreeing to work together .
Can onyx's secret keep them together or will the betrayal destroy their relationship.

The story was a little disjointed in places with lots of anger/frustration and mind blowing sex but
once Onyx saw someone who she had long thought dead the story picks up at pace
The finale shows that only by being willing to sacrifice their own egos to the greater good
will evil be defeated ......... a great ending to an entertaining series

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own

First, I’d like to thank Entangled Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC.

I would also like to note that I would actually rate this 3 1/2 stars, but the system won’t allow it. So, just keep in mind, 3 1/2!

This book is the third in the series, but can absolutely be read as a standalone book. My favorite part of this story was the lore of the Lone Wolf. It was incredibly unique and I haven’t read anything similar to it. N.J. Walters incorporated the lore into the story seamlessly and it was really well done.

The start of this book begins with a bang (or, an almost bang, I should say!), and really grabs the reader’s attention. The multiple perspectives keeps the reader learning along with the other characters, and is written well. I will say some of the pacing was a little disjointed for me, for the first half of the book, at least. However, towards the second half of the book, Walters really finds their stride. The final conflict of the book is actually really well paced, especially with the lead up to it. It happens quickly and efficiently, but not too fast that the reader feels cheated.

I *did* figure out one of the big twists, which was fun for me. I felt as though there were breadcrumbs laid for it, and it was a great *GASP* moment.

NJ does it again... I love the writing and the characters and as always she is an awesome storyteller that drags you in and keeps you there, This book is no different and I cannot shout out enough that everyone needs to read this and other books from NJ. Just wow I want more

I am so terribly sad to see this series come to a conclusion but it is a very satisfying one. I’d recommend starting at book 1 if you are peeking ahead. They all build on one another, giving us a great world.

Onyx knows she is one of the fated mates (or traps?) for the one wolf named Dagen because she has been raised in the big bad’s lair. She never knew a normal life, but has taken her time on the run to hone her skills, maybe even enough to take part in the final battle. She’s also been fighting the pull to Dagen as they dance around one another in the search for ways to break this spell/curse/destiny. It was fun to see characters that we have met separately engage directly with one another. As the “fixer” for the other wolves, we also got to see behind that curtain in this book, too.

Dagen isn’t without his own hangups, having hidden but stayed connected to his fellow lone wolves in a way that helps them all for this final showdown. He obviously doesn’t trust easily, so when Onyx’s secrets come out, it tilts his world in a way he can’t manage through. Lucky for them, the draw they feel overrides most misgivings. It’s always great when a series manages to move the pieces around in the previous books to have a great, satisfying conclusion, and this series does just that. As someone who reads a lot of paranormal romance, this had new elements and kept me guessing about who or how many would get out alive. Oh, and there is a healthy amount of sizzle, which never hurts.

If you love werewolves, danger, magic, intrigue, romance and faith all rolled into one then TEMPTING THE BLACK WOLF will fill all those loves and give you an amazing adventure.

Reviewed by Annetta Sweetko for Fresh Fiction

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Excellent conclusion to this trio of stories! Loved how the author brought all the missing details together. Onyx and Dagen seem more aware than the previous couples about what is coming for them. Because they have time to prepare, they are able to end the evil and save the wolves and humans from a very different future.

I loved seeing the other two wolves help out. Lone wolves seem to work best when they can bring all their skills to bear. we get the whole prophecy and all the background history on the lone wolves. Ultimately, the goodness and love wins the day.

Great series again by this author

I have been anticipating and dreading this book. Because it is the last one of the Lone Wolves series. And I don’t want it to end! But I did want to find out about the Black Wolf and his destined woman. And it turns out that Dagen (the Black Wolf) is also the Broker from the previous parts. Of course, I already kind of suspected this, but reading it is a totally different story. And Onyx, the woman fabricated to lure the Black Wolf to his doom, is an actual mage! So, she is a badass all by herself.

As usual NJ Walters has outdone herself with an epic ending to the series. Absolutely loved it! Five out of five stars from me and a special thank you to Netgalley for providing the arc.

Spicy Romance. Twists. Mystery. Heart pounding moments. This book was just so good. I loved it. The author really did an amazing job at pulling everything together and keeping me glued to the pages of this book.
Highly recommend this read. Definitely would read again.

I had a fun time reading this book. It was a first reading this author and can't wait to read more from this author.

This book delivers a powerful story to the Lone Wolf Legacy series. Dagen, the strongest of the three immortal lone wolves, is drawn into a reluctant alliance with Onyx, a formidable mage and his destined mate. The story masterfully blends danger, magic, and steamy enemies-to-lovers tension, creating a compelling read. The characters are well-developed, and the story's pacing keeps you hooked. Although it stands alone, reading the series in order enriches the experience. Overall, it's a thrilling, satisfying wrap-up to an engaging series.

A great book. I mean who doesn’t love a shifter dark Romance book? Beautifully written, keeps you hooked and engaged from the first page

While this book wasn't bad, I really was expecting a lot more from the conclusion to this series. Especially because Onyx was already completely familiar with everything going on, so we wouldn't have to get another girl to explain everything to. Instead, about 80% of the book is Dagen and Onyx fighting the draw they have to each other while at the same time giving in to the physical demand to be close to the other. It legitimately isn't until after that 80% that they even make a move against Solange to put an end to this fight.

At first I thought this was going to be a better read because it was almost as if Dagen and Onyx were in a dance with each other. Both knowing what they are to the other, both after the same thing, but both refusing to let the other gain the upper hand. That didn't last long. They decide no more running and no more chasing, it's time for the two of them to meet up and work together to end everything once and for all. Unfortunately, when that happened the story really became pretty bland. Sure, we learn a surprise about Onyx, but that wasn't a shocker at all. What kind of was, though, was just how little Dagen knew about everything involving why there were three lone wolves. I had thought, him of all people, would have been more knowledgeable than he was. Too bad the majority of this story was lots of back and forth between mind blowing sex and frustrated/anger fueled fighting that drives a wedge between them each time. It got tiresome for me. Dagen especially. When someone that Onyx has thought long dead suddenly appears before her again, the story finally moves on to the final fight. This was supposed to be a big epic ending, right? Wouldn't that be what you expect? But NO. Gawd, I haven't been so let down with a final showdown in while. And this ranks up with some of the worst I've read. It was just so "easy", so short, and so very anti-climatic. Like I said, a total let down. And why even bother having the other lone wolves show up at that point.

Of this series, the first book was definitely my favorite. Kind of went downhill from there. But I usually enjoy this author's works, so I'll keep reading her books when given the chance.

Okay, officially obsessed with this author! 🤩 That book was SO good, I literally couldn't put it down. Anyone else totally sucked in from page one?

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this book.

Just a total joy to read. Read it in less than a day. A very quick and enjoyable read.

Recommend.

Tempting the Black Wolf is the conclusion to this author’s Lone Wolf Legacy series. I devoured the first two books and couldn’t wait to dive back into this intriguing world. Once upon a time, I wouldn’t have called myself a paranormal/fantasy romance fan. Then, several of my go-to authors began writing in the genre, pulling me along somewhat reluctantly. But calling yourself a superfan gives you great power, and we all know that comes with great responsibility, so I did the responsible thing, began reading PNR, and something crazy happened: I figured out I actually LOVED it! Not long after, I found N. J. Walters’ Forgotten Brotherhood series, and she quickly joined the ranks of my go-to PNR authors. This brings us to this series, and after reading about first the white wolf and then the gray one, there was no way I was missing the black wolf’s story. And it was so worth the wait! As the underlying mystery continues through to the end of the series, I highly recommend reading the first two before reading this one.

I think I was more excited about Dagen’s story than the other two combined. I was more than intrigued by the little breadcrumbs about Dagen and Onyx, and I was completely unprepared for one of the twists in this tale. There is plenty of action, suspense, and, of course, shifter romance throughout to keep you turning the pages. As the underlying mystery continues through to the end of the series, I highly recommend reading these in order. Strap in, PNR fans! It’s a fabulous ride!

NICUnurse’s Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

✦ I just finished Tempting the Black Wolf from N.J. Walters’ Lone Wolf Legacy series—my first (but definitely not my last) wolf shifter book! It features Onyx, a fierce mage, and Dagen, a lone wolf, locked in a true enemies-to-lovers dynamic where they can’t deny their pull toward each other. The blend of magic and shifters in an urban setting made it such a fun and immersive read.

✦ While it’s the third book in the Lone Wolf Legacy series, you can totally enjoy it as a standalone. If you’re in the mood for a quick, passionate read, I highly recommend picking this one up!

🖤 fated mates
🖤 enemies to lovers
🖤 forbidden love

This book was good but it felt a little rushed, however I still liked reading it. What I didn’t enjoy was the mistrust between onyx & Dagen.

I think this was a good conclusion and finale of the Lone Wolf series.