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Summary: More than just good romance
Review: I thought this was going to be a cheesy romance novel, but the story really moved me. It's also a story of survival, compassion, and suspense. I thought about it long after I finished and couldn't wait to read the sequel, which was just as good. If you're on the fence, definitely give this a chance, you won't regret it.
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Summary: Donna Boyd does it again!
Review: In this sequal the story from The Passion continues with the 1/2 human 1/2 Loup-Garou offspring. It was supposed to be impossible for warewolves and humans to mate, however, it happened, and you cannot help but share the feelings of the characters in this book. I have never felt so close or involved with novel characters before. This book captures your heart and emotions. I found it brilliant and intelligent. You will not be disappointed! Donna Boyd cannot write her books fast enough.
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Summary: Incomparable
Review: It is a secret society that permeates every corner of the globe: the world of werewolves. As a lonely scientist, Hannah North, soon discovers through the writings of Matise Devencroix, a son to Alexander Devencroix, one of the most influential pack leaders in wolf history. In the remote wilderness of Alaska, a plane crashes leaving one of the six passengers alive: barely. Unbeknownst to Hannah, is Nicholas Devencroix, a young idealistic werewolf (who no longer sees the usefulness of the interaction of werewolves and humans), who has just inheritied the entire pack after the brutal slaying of his parents. As Nicholas helplessly heals and Hannah discovers the book, she begins to read the story of his brother, Matise and his sister Brianna. This is a memoir that Nicholas's father wanted him to read before announcing a radical law of seperation of humans and werewolf. The book is a chronicle of Matise's and Brianna's lives, the history of the pack, as well as the link between man and wolf. Within the pages of the memoirs, lies the future of his pack. Boyd's writing skills are incomparable! I was completely amazed at how she tells her stories. She captures your attention, complete and full. Her writing is like fluid poetry with a very good use of vocabulary and artful sentencing. She has a few stories that stand slightly apart from main theme but they all quietly come together well. She's one of the few writers that actually sticks right with the entire story. She didn't deviate or go off base. Also, the synopsis hints at some "thing" between Nicholas and Hannah. The books primarily focuses on Matise and Brianna and their story, history...etc. NOW...while her writing and style is way above the rest, the plot of the story itself left me a bit removed. Her writing itself actually overpowers you but the story line could have been better. The ending was a bit too rushed and Boyd should have made it longer. Everything happened all at once and within paragraphs and it left the ending kind of hanging. Perhaps a trilogy will be in order... But all in all, I'm going to buy the Passion ASAP. Boyd has definitely hooked me into this new genre of fantasy and of werewolves: the life and times. She intricately and expertly weaves history and it's mysteries into a factual truth in the Promise. While I haven't read the Passion, I didn't feel that I missed too much information in-between and I never got lost.
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Summary: Incomparable
Review: It is a secret society that permeates every corner of the globe: the world of werewolves. As a lonely scientist, Hannah North, soon discovers through the writings of Matise Devencroix, a son to Alexander Devencroix, one of the most influential pack leaders in wolf history. In the remote wilderness of Alaska, a plane crashes leaving one of the six passengers alive: barely. Unbeknownst to Hannah, is Nicholas Devencroix, a young idealistic werewolf (who no longer sees the usefulness of the interaction of werewolves and humans), who has just inheritied the entire pack after the brutal slaying of his parents. As Nicholas helplessly heals and Hannah discovers the book, she begins to read the story of his brother, Matise and his sister Brianna. This is a memoir that Nicholas's father wanted him to read before announcing a radical law of seperation of humans and werewolf. The book is a chronicle of Matise's and Brianna's lives, the history of the pack, as well as the link between man and wolf. Within the pages of the memoirs, lies the future of his pack. Boyd's writing skills are incomparable! I was completely amazed at how she tells her stories. She captures your attention, complete and full. Her writing is like fluid poetry with a very good use of vocabulary and artful sentencing. She has a few stories that stand slightly apart from main theme but they all quietly come together well. She's one of the few writers that actually sticks right with the entire story. She didn't deviate or go off base. Also, the synopsis hints at some "thing" between Nicholas and Hannah. The books primarily focuses on Matise and Brianna and their story, history...etc. NOW...while her writing and style is way above the rest, the plot of the story itself left me a bit removed. Her writing itself actually overpowers you but the story line could have been better. The ending was a bit too rushed and Boyd should have made it longer. Everything happened all at once and within paragraphs and it left the ending kind of hanging. Perhaps a trilogy will be in order... But all in all, I'm going to buy the Passion ASAP. Boyd has definitely hooked me into this new genre of fantasy and of werewolves: the life and times. She intricately and expertly weaves history and it's mysteries into a factual truth in the Promise. While I haven't read the Passion, I didn't feel that I missed too much information in-between and I never got lost.
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Summary: Hmmm
Review: Now this, compared to her other book "The Passion" was a little more hopeful. Still depressing in ways, werewolves need to swallow their damn pride (it's rather irritating that they miss out on wonderful things like Briana and Matise did because of pride.) ...great writting. Donna Boyd is a very talented writer my only slight criticism is she needs to lighten up a bit, but for what this book was meant to be it would be number one in it's category! Me, I'm a sucker for happy endings, and the only reason why I'll be searching for her other books is to just see what happens with the Devoncroix's story.
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Summary: Delightful!
Review: Personally, I liked THE PASSION ten times better, but this was a far cry from bad. I totally love how Donna Boyd doesn't stick to the conventional happy ending; that's part of what makes me like her so much. That, and the fact that she writes SO much better than Anne Rice, to whom she is unfairly compared, and her stories are immensely entertaining and engrossing. BUY IT!
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Summary: A SEQUEL TO HOWL ABOUT,,,
Review: The author, Donna Boyd, is to werewolves what Anne Rice is to vampires. With her lyrical use of language and her deeply sensuous imagery, the author contines the tale that she began in her first book, "The Passion". It is a tale of a subculture of wealthy, urbane, highly intelligent, well educated and charismatic werewolves who live amonst humans unbeknownst to them. They are the movers and shakers of society, the quintessential beautiful people. In this manner, they informally and secretly rule humans, directing our world peacably and enriching it. These shape shifting, sensuous creatures are truly benevolent rulers and are led by a member of the aristocratic Devoncroix clan. When their leader, Alexander Devoncroix, dies, their son, Nicholas, must now lead the pack. He is hellbent, however, on changing that benevolent philosophy. When Nicholas is critically injured in a plane crash in the Alaskan wilderness, he is found in his wolf form, battered, burned, and bloody, by a reclusive scientist, Hannah Braselton North, who has an affinity for wolves and treats his wounds in her small cabin. Having pulled from the wreckage a diary, she hunkers down to read it, while her "patient" recuperates. What she reads is the ostensible memoir of someone named Matise Devoncroix. It is an erotic and sensuos tale tale of star crossed lovers who are members of a race of werewolves who live secretly amonst humans. Drawn into the tale, and at first imagining it to be fiction, she soon realizes that this is no mere tale but a revelation that is somehow connected to her mysterious "patient". Beautifully written and suspenseful, the book, a story within a story, is riveting and will keep the reader turning the pages. It is an excellent sequel to her first book, "The Passion". While not absolutely necessary, it is recommended that one first read "The Passion", as it will undoubtedly enhance the pleasure of reading "The Promise".
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Summary: NEED TO READ!!
Review: The Passion is the first wereworf based book i've read.... it was a great read if you're into fantasy type stuff you'll really enjoy it. The book ended to quickly though, and the ending was one you wouldn't expect... I'm ready for the next book in this series. Also read The Passion i'm looking forward to reading it too!
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Summary: Even better than "The Passion"
Review: These are great times to be a reader of werewolf fiction, with writers such as Alice Borchardt and Susan Krinard doing a werewolf series. But Donna Boyd's got 'em all beaten. Why? Because her portrayal of werewolves is absolutely perfect. A ton of writers have tried to capture the right balance of the human and the lupine, but only Donna Boyd nails it dead on. If there really were werewolves this is what they would be like. You'll find no slobbering fiends bemoaning their "curse" here. These werewolves are proud, beautiful & fiercely erotic. Not only will Donna Boyd take you to the heart of the world of the werewolf -- she'll make you want to be one. If you love werewolf fiction, you must read her books. Then, like me, you'll be howling (excuse the pun) for the next installment.
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Summary: Engaging and Intense
Review: This is the best werewolf novel I have ever read, and I have read several from different authors, different categories.. this is by far the best. I liked this book so much, I already read it twice. To top it off, I had to buy The Passion in hardback version because I couldn't wait for the paperback version... her stories are that engaging and intense! I could not put this book down, nor The Passion, either. Donna Boyd cannot write stories quickly enough for me. She is an intriguing and unique writer who can create incredible characters. She quickly draws you into the story, and before you know it, the story has ended. When you are done reading, you ache for more. Strange, but that's how it was.
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