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Hailed by Christine Feehan as “a major new talent,” New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh now brings together two fierce changelings in her most explosive story yet.
Though DarkRiver sentinel Mercy is feeling the pressure to mate, she savagely resists when Riley Kincaid, a lieutenant from the SnowDancer pack, tries to possess her. The problem is not simply that he pushes her buttons; the problem is that he’s a wolf, she’s a cat, and they’re both used to being on top.
But when a brilliant changeling researcher is kidnapped from DarkRiver territory, Mercy and Riley must work together to track the young man—before his shadowy captors decide he’s no longer useful. Along the way, the two dominants may find that submitting to one another uncovers not just a deadly conspiracy, but a passion so raw that it’ll leave them both branded by fire…
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24 primary books64 released booksPsy-Changeling is a 64-book series with 25 released primary works first released in 2006 with contributions by Nalini Singh.
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I liked this one too. It moved the plot along regarding the break down of the Psy.
Branded by Fire is amazing in the sense that it has a lot of character development, main plot involving the Human Alliance, and also new twists—both for characters from previous and next books. Mainly Lucas / Sascha and Hawke / Sienna.
Riley and Mercy have interesting dynamics. Unlike the previous couples, their relationship gets physical really early into the book—in the first chapter. Unfortunately, their game of chase isn't exactly my cup of tea. Their hesitation, especially Mercy's, is understandable, but I didn't really like how their tug-of-war goes on and on until near the end.
Still a good read though.
I really liked what they did with the relationship dynamic in this one! It was couched in the typical ‘dominance/submission' thing that Singh does with changeling packs and, while that was a bit of an eye-roll, it's more of an obvious metaphor for the vulnerability of opening yourself up to someone you want to love and spend your life with. Mercy and Riley are both very independent people who are used to taking care of their selves and everyone important to them; it was a difficult step to allow each other to be the one caring for them.
I just really like the relationship between them. It was much more playful and cute than any other relationship in the series so far and that's contrasted really well with how dedicated and loyal they are to their packs.
Also SO excited for Sascha and Lucas and all the scenes we got with them in this book. They're definitely one of my favorite couples.
The wider plot is definitely getting crazier, with the Psy Council especially. I feel like we're getting to the breaking point soon and I can't wait!
C.A.P.E Rating:Characters - 5/5
Atmosphere - 5/5
Plot - 5/5
Enjoyment - 4/5
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