May 25, 2011 22:49
This is the fifth book in the Mercedes Thompson, shape-shifting mechanic, series and while I didn't enjoy it as much as the others it was still a fun read. In this one Mercy deals with yet more unreasonable fae (including a fairy queen), uncovers a powerful fae artifact, copes with Samuel the werewolf doctor's depression and confronts her alpha werewolf fiance's pack, many of whom are unhappy about their leader consorting with a mere coyote shifter. And, conveniently, her trailer is blown up, which settles the issue of moving in with fiance Adam. Also convenient was Samuel's cure for depression turning up in the form the fae woman who created the artifact everyone is searching for. Who, we suddenly find out, Samuel has been secretly in love with for centuries. The number of conveniently tied up loose ends was the main thing that put me off a little about this entry to the series, but not enough to keep me from recommending it as good bathtub reading.
fantasy