Moon Called
Ratings221
Average rating3.8
I couldn't finish this book. I didn't care about the characters and felt like nothing was happening. I know people rave about this series but I will not be continuing since there was nothing remotely interesting about this book.
Enjoyed this better the second time around much more than the intial read about two years ago. I had forgot most the details. I was really into books with loads of romance at that time, I am happy to say that I didn't miss it this time. Yes, there is some, but not like my usual reads. Tastes are changing.
“Mooncalled” reads like a firecracker that's gone off in the urban fantasy genre section. The book is a mish-mash of clever bits you know and love, but it is presented in a ‘nice' way.
Mercedes, or Mercy for short, is a mechanic who is a skinwalker, which means she can transform into a coyote at will. When an inexperienced werewolf shows up on her doorstep, she must find out who's pack he belongs to. This path sees her become embroiled with her past once more and stirs up quite a fizz among werewolves and other creatures that go bump in the night.
Mercy is incredibly smart, cunning, and giving. These traits are pretty unique to the genre, and I was surprised at how much the author focuses on the character and the history of werewolves in general.
Overall, it's entertaining, and you can tell the author is having a great time writing it. For every bit of action and circumstance, there are equal parts building on the werewolf lore as well as enhancing the small side characters.
I wish there would have been a bit more to the location descriptions, but there was just enough variety to set the mood. The novel length was just right, and it all seems like a grand setup for future books in the series that I, for one, will be checking out in the future.
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❖ 4 out of 5 ❖
A decent start to a series. Very matured and awesomely well written MC. And loved the voice of Lorelei King, what a wonderful narration.
I'll start with the story. It was fast paced and interesting. The characters were also interesting. Normally I would want to go on in the series, and I probably will. But having just finished all the Kate Daniels books the story elements seem like it's built the same, with the big battle coming at the end.
Realized I don't really remember the three books I've read so far in this series, so decided to reread them before carrying on.
It's been years since I read this book. With a new entry in the series on the shelf, I felt that it was an excellent time to start re-reading the series. This book starts the series out with a howl and introduces a great protagonist.
Originally posted at rebeccasreadingcorner.blog.
~Check out all my reviews over on The Bent Bookworm!~ “I have a degree in history, which is one of the reasons I'm an auto mechanic.”Somehow, I am only now getting into the very popular and long-running Mercy Thompson series. It's been recommended to me for years, but I put it off...and now I am in the fortunate position of having 11 books to binge if I so choose...my library has all of the main books, but I think I'll have to hunt down the many, many side short stories.Can we just take a moment and lament this unfortunate cover? eyeroll I really, really hate cover art of this style. I literally refuse to buy physical copies of books with covers that use solely sex appeal to sell. Thankfully, there is an alternative cover version of these, which I did buy after deciding this was a series I could enjoy over the long term.“Honey,” he drawled, pulling on his Southern roots. “When a wolf watches a lamb, he's not thinking of the lamb's mommy.”I grinned. I couldn't help it. The idea of Bran as a lamb's mommy was too funny. “I'm not much of a lamb,” I said.Things I Liked- There is just so much wit infused through the entire book. I chuckled so many times and belly-laughed a few times as well. Mercy has such a dry sense of humor, I loved it.- The age-old werewolves vs. vampires thing is present, which makes it easy for anyone remotely familiar with that mythology to jump into this story.- Politics, brawls, and feelings – there's a mess of all three, and I feel like there is SO MUCH backstory for all the main characters yet to be explored.Things I Didn't Like- I was not entirely convinced of the attraction between Mercy and Bran. It felt a little forced. Also, I'm kind of terrified it's going to turn into something a la Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum and her never-ending-on-again-off-again relationship.- The guys don't seem to entirely respect Mercy. They're forced by circumstances to let her participate, but they keep trying to baby her. ARGH!If You Liked...- Jim Butcher's Dresden Files, you'll probably like this series. Very similar in setting, but with a female main character and different tone.Blog Twitter Bloglovin Instagram
Es lamentable porque hubo cosas que sí me gustaron, actitudes entre los lobos que me enamoraron, pero la historia es tan confusa y aburrida que me tuve que obligar a leerlo y acabé saltándome MUCHAS escenas porque eran tan sosas para mí.
En verdad quise que me gustará esto, pero no fue así. No creo que vaya a continuar la saga o algún otro libro de la autora, aunque puede que me lancé con Alfa y Omega solo por intentar otra vez. Sino, definitivamente esta autora no será para mí.
Joder, ¿por qué es tan difícil encontrar un libro con hombres lobo que no sea tan complicado?
This isn't quite as lush and fun as The Dresden Files and it's not as sexy as Anita Blake. But the characters are more likable and the magic more focused than the Iron Druid.
I was looking for a fun, easy fantasy story and this definitely scratched the itch.
Things I like about this series of books, which maintain the same level of quality:
- The protagonist has two extremely hot werewolves in love with her. Yet it is not a romance. Forget anything like Twilight.
- These werewolves are among the top 5 most powerful of they're kind. Yet it is not an action or even heavy fantasy book.
- Mercy is witty and relatable. She has some supernatural powers, but she is very weak. She uses her intelligence (not the focus though, not that kind of book) and her personality to solve problems.
- When trouble arises, she doesn't hold on to details to herself. THIS IS A HUGE DEAL! I hate plots that revolve around characters withholding vital parts of the problem. If everybody would just speak up their mind, things would get done.
For instance, every now and them she blurts out a synthesis of the plot so far to some other character, like her cop friend or her powerful werewolf neighbor. If things goes wrong, she won't be accused of something she did not do, because she is truthful and upfront about everything. Also her friends know just when/how much they should be worried about her in any given situation.
Found out who the murderer is? Don't keep it to yourself because you're not sure, don't want to worry others or anything like that.
Ohhh. I liked that. It was hard getting into a new universe with new rules and new canon, but I did. :)
Re-read 2024 GraphicAudio edition
Okay, this audio wasn't bad honestly. Some of the voice choices were really surprising, but I liked Mercy's soooo it worked out. Mostly what I'm surprised about is that this is only the 3rd time I've read this. Seriously... wow.
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Re-read 2021
Still a great book, but if I was reading this for the first time I'd probably only give it 4 stars. This book seems like it is setting up the series and showing us most of the supernatural people out there. It is done really well, but this book compared to the rest of the series? I see why people don't enjoy it as much ^_^ Still really really enjoy it and I can't wait to continue on with this re-read!!
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I can't remember when I first read this book but, it was back in 2012.
I love this book just as much now as I did then and I can't wait to start the next book. Since I'm actually not feeling too well I might just give into this impulse and start the next one.
There are times when reading a book you know is damn good is easier and more fun to do.
Mercy is absolutely amazing. I really want to mention that. She is a badass but, she she isn't perfect. She isn't this undefeatable force. She's just this woman who knows how to shoot a gun and use martial arts. She does her best to protect those she loves or feels the need to protect but, sometimes it doesn't work out exactly how she would want.
Because of this, I feel she is relate-able.
These books are a comfort to read and quite easy.
I've mentioned this beore but, I like how the supernatural aspect is pretty different. Werewolves have these rules that not many other books have AND there is Mercy who is a walker. Can't wait to learn once again what she can do!!
Definitely think everyone should give Mercy a try :)
I love the heroine in this book, she has spunk. She's the kind of person I wanted to be like when I grew up... minus the supernatural powers.
This is a fun story and some interesting characters. The plot is a little weak and contrived, but still fun.
I expected to be dazzled, and wasn't. But it is well written, very adventurous, filled with creatures and a decent plot, surpassing Charlaine Harris in many ways.
It was okay. I loved the native mythos and world building. And the main character was pretty cool.
I'm kinda disappointed by the ending. A lot of cool foreshadowing was kinda abandoned for a very confusing ending.
I also wasn't really a fan of the writing style. Things kept getting repeated.
It was a nice short read though. I wouldn't tell people to skip it or anything.
The writing is very similar to the kind of story of an anonymous alcoholist.
I want to rip out my eyes rather than reading.
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-horribly written (please, show! Don't tell)
- good myhtology and nice plot
- no casual sex..yay! This is real Urban Fantasy :)
- I think I'll give the author another chance and will read the sequel.
This was a great book. It's nice to read a story with a kick ass heroin who doesn't have to sleep with the male protagonist. I saw some reviews who disliked this book due to no sex, not every book has to be smut in order to be good. Personally I prefer the books without all the gushy gushy romance. Mercy, the main character, is a skinwalker. It's good to see a supernatural lead character that is out of the norm, spices things up a bit. And Briggs was able to compare walkers and werewolves throughout the story without sounding like a lecture. There were many characters introduced in this book, but by the end you feel like you have a good idea of who everyone is. There's plenty of back story and she leaves you wanting to know more. I'm certainly ready for the next book :)
I definitely had a little nostalgia reading this, but it's not the most profound story. I really like Mercy and enjoyed her attitude toward outdated gender roles, but at times her character felt inconsistent. There were a number of things that went unexplained (probably to get the reader to pick up the next book) that were a crucial part of climax. It would've been nice to get the explanation in this book. Like many books in this sub-genre, I felt the end wrapped up way too quickly. There always seem to be a bunch of sentences in a row that wrap up all the loose ends in a single paragraph. I really appreciated the story of Dr. Wallace and felt is was a very interesting take on the typical “werewolf” story we've all come to expect.
This was an excellent book. I had a hard time putting it down. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
